10 Best Cooling Sheets of 2024

If you're routinely sweating the bed, it might be time to get a new set of sheets. Amazon sheet sets are well and good when you're on a budget, but investing in the best cooling sheets can actually help improve your sleep quality—one study actually found that shoppers experienced an instant dopamine hit when they slept on brand new, high-quality bedding.

We all know a sleeper (or we are that sleeper) who's a veritable human furnace in bed. How hot you run while sleeping has to do with your internal body temperature, the environment of the room you fall asleep in, whether you sleep with a partner or children, and a grip of other factors. But according to Raj Dasgupta, MD, a sleep medicine specialist, the sheets you choose can combat some of that heat. "When picking out cooling sheets, go for materials like bamboo, Tencel, or cotton percale, which are naturally more breathable and cool," he says.

With that in mind, our test team set out to find the coolest sheets to help you beat the heat. So, whether you live in a warm climate or your landlord welded your radiator setting shut, here are our best cooling sheets picks.

The Luxome Luxury Sheets earned our highest recommendation as the best cooling sheet set. The sateen fabric is lightweight, while the bamboo viscose composition allows for optimal breathability and airflow. Our tester raved about the silky, cool-to-the-touch texture of these sheets, and already plans to buy an extra set to keep in rotation.

Whether you prefer silky sateen, cotton, or bamboo, browse through our favorite sheet sets for hot sleepers.

• Best Cooling Sheets Overall: Luxome Luxury Sheet Set
• Best Cooling Sheets for Tall Mattresses: Brooklyn Bedding Deep Pocket Bamboo Sheets
• Best Lightweight Cooling Sheets: Quince Bamboo Sheet Set
• Best Cotton Cooling Sheets: Saatva Organic Sateen Sheets
• Best Organic Cooling Sheets: Ettitude Signature Sateen Sheet Set
• Best Percale Cooling Sheets: Brooklinen Classic Percale Core Sheets
• Best Breathable Cooling Sheets: Tempur-Pedic Cool Luxury Sheet Set
• Best Bamboo Cooling Sheets: Puffy Signature Bamboo Sheets
• Best Luxury Cooling Sheets: Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheets
• Best Budget Cooling Sheets: Layla Bamboo Sheets

Luxome Luxury Sheet Set

$170

Luxome

Pros & Cons

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Pros

• Lightweight, breezy sheets
• Made from 100% viscose from bamboo
• Available in 11 colors and seven sizes

Cons

• Not pre-shrunk, so expect some shrinking after drying
• Difficult to remove stains

The Luxome Luxury Sheet Set is designed to be airy and cooling, thanks to moisture-wicking fabrics and a featherlight sateen weave. They're silky-smooth but still durable for all-year softness.

The Luxome Luxury Sheet Set is our first-place contender for the coolest bed sheets. Made from 100% bamboo viscose materials, the sheets have a sleek texture and airiness to them that’s breathable and lightweight, so you won’t feel weighed down by your bedding. We also appreciated the sheet set’s eco-friendly manufacturing, as Luxome's bamboo is sustainably cultivated and certified Standard 100 by Oeko-Tex. The bamboo fabric is also moisture-wicking, so if you do start sweating, the sheets will dry quickly and it won't affect their performance.

Our tester, who keeps the thermostat at a crisp 67 degrees, says the Luxome sheets are “luxury all the way” and kept him cool throughout the night without a hitch. He also attests to the sheets' durability, noting that they held up well in both delicate and normal wash cycles. Just note that the sheets aren't pre-shrunk, so they might shrink in the dryer (a potential issue for those with mattresses taller than 15 inches).

The Brooklyn Bedding Deep Pocket Bamboo Sheets solve the dilemma of fitted sheets that just won't stay put. If you have a deep mattress or sleep with a mattress topper on your bed, these cooling sheets will keep you and your mattress covered all night.

Brooklyn Bedding's Deep Pocket Bamboo Sheets are made of a cotton and bamboo rayon blend that stays crisp and fresh from box to bed. They're a must for those with taller mattresses (between 14 and 17 inches) or those with mattress toppers that add height—the pockets in the fitted sheet are extra-deep to wrap around taller beds, preventing that annoying lift at the corners.

Our testers also found them to be satisfyingly cool and moisture-wicking. "When I first got into bed, the sheets were icy cold to the touch—to the point where I pulled my dog close for some warmth," our tester says. She notes that the sheets hold zero moisture or stickiness (despite being a cotton blend) and was shocked by the way they maintained a comfortable temperature overnight.

The only downsides? It'll take a few washes for these bamboo sheets to lose their new-sheet stiffness and start feeling soft. And without a flip closure on the pillow cases, pillows easily slip out—our tester noted she had to stuff her pillows back in the cases from time to time.

Thanks to its organic bamboo fibers, the Quince Bamboo Sheet Set has a silky feel that elevates your bed to a more luxurious level—even if you're trying to stretch a dollar. They're the most budget-friendly pick on our list, making them the lightest on your bed and wallet.

As our reigning lightweight sheets pick, the Quince Bamboo Sheet Set is equal parts cooling, comfortable, and cost-efficient. The set, which is available with and without a flat sheet, is made from 100% viscose from organic bamboo, a material often used in bedding because of its antimicrobial and cooling effects. Our tester specifically called out the sheets' cool-to-the-touch, silk-like texture that sets them apart from flannel or microfiber sheets. She swears that the Quince sheets stay cold throughout the night due to the bamboo—even with two sleepers occupying the bed. As an added bonus, the fitted sheet's strong elastic prevents the corners from slipping off the mattress.

Even after multiple laundry cycles, our tester notes that the fabric upholds its silky integrity and hasn't shown any signs of pilling. (Just be warned of the pungent unboxing odor, which went away after the first wash.) The set is also available in 11 colors so you can match your room aesthetic.

Saatva

Saatva Organic Sateen Sheets

$275

Saatva

Pros & Cons

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Pros

• 100% organic cotton
• Fair-Trade and GOTS-certified
• Fit mattresses up to 16"
• 300 thread count

Cons

• Thin fabric might be prone to tears

The Saatva Organic Sateen Sheets' organic cotton composition makes this set extra cooling and breathable. The cotton has fully traceable origins, and it's gentle on sensitive skin.

Cotton is a year-round bedding player: It's breathable during the summer, and comfortable in the winter. The Saatva Organic Sateen Sheets ride out the seasonal bedding rotations with 100% certified organic cotton fabric. Natural cotton doesn't conduct heat too much, and our tester said the Saatva sheets "kept us cool, bordering on needing to add an extra blanket." She points out that the sheets' low thread count makes the set feel lightweight and breathable, preventing trapped body heat in the process.

Saatva's cotton is held to a high social and environmental standard with both Fair-Trade and GOTS certifications, so you can sleep better knowing it's easy on the planet. However, being on the thin side, the sheets might be prone to rips and tears over time. Even with the sustainable manufacturing, our tester notes that the overall value doesn't seem to match the $275 price point.

If you're looking to lessen your environmental footprint, you need the Ettitude Signature Sateen Sheets. This set is made from a pure bamboo fabric that's heat- and moisture-wicking without synthetic contaminants.

Unlike other brands that tend to use bamboo blends, the Ettitude Signature Sateen Sheets are produced from a patented fully traceable, closed-loop process. The brand is responsible for the manufacturing of its 100% bamboo Lyocell fabric that's also chemical- and plastic-free, and made with food-grade, non-toxic solvents. The bamboo is even grown with 100% rainwater without pesticides or fertilizers. Not only will the fabric prevent irritation on sensitive skin, the bamboo fibers will also help you sleep cooler than cotton. The sheets come in a sateen weave that's lightweight and smooth, whether you layer with a comforter or not.

Our tester, who's used to getting her sheets on Amazon, was amazed by the quality and cooling power from the Ettitude set. "These sheets introduced me to a new level of comfort (both via cooling and softness)!" she says. They might be a splurge, but they're well worth the cash.

Brooklinen

Brooklinen Classic Percale Core Sheet Set

$179

Brooklinen

Pros & Cons

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Pros

• Crisp percale is ideal for sweaty sleepers
• Making the bed is easy with "long" and "short" side tags
• Patterns change seasonally
• 365-day return policy

Cons

• Colors and sizes regularly sell out
• Not silky like sateen

For those that prefer a heavier, sturdier alternative to sateen, consider the Brooklinen Classic Percale Core Sheets. The percale is a more durable fabric, while still allowing for cool air to travel between the low-thread, woven pattern.

The Brooklinen Classic Percale Core Sheets are the way to go if you're not keen on the slippery feel of silk and sateen. Percale refers to a criss-crossed weave pattern that creates a medium-weight fabric. But it still allows for good airflow—Dr. Dasgupta recommends sheets with a lower thread count if you're looking for more breathability, and the Brooklinen set has the lowest on our list with a thread count of 270.

"As a hot sleeper, they were exactly what I was looking for—crisp, substantial, yet cool-to-the-touch," our tester says. "While they weren't the softest sheets I've ever felt, they struck me as one of those sheet sets that will get better with age, like a reliable pair of jeans. After the first initial washes, they felt like they 'broke in' a bit."

Unlike the shininess of sateen, this set has a matte finish similar to what you'd find in a hotel bed. Brooklinen sheets are also ideal for when you want to add some whimsy to your otherwise beige bedding—they're the only set on our list with striped or patterned options.

The Tempur-Pedic Cool Luxury Sheet Set has special wood pulp fibers in the fabric that offset body heat—even for naturally hot sleepers. While the set isn't necessarily cold to the touch, these fibers do boost airflow to keep the cool air in and the hot air out.

One of the OGs of the sleep industry, Tempur-Pedic shows off its bedding expertise in the Cool Luxury Sheet Set. The sheets use temperature-regulating features in the form of Tencel Lyocell fibers and cooling nylon to disperse heat and lead to a more comfortable sleep environment. Tencel Lyocell is derived from wood pulp in a closed-loop process, making it a sustainable—and breathable—alternative to 100% synthetic fibers (we knocked points off for the nylon).

According to our tester, "these sheets were excellent for providing a lightweight and cool experience throughout the night [as opposed to] an instant cool feeling that quickly dissipates during use." At $350, these are a splurge. And while they're not eligible for returns, they do come with a one-year warranty for free repairs and replacements in the event of material or workmanship defects.

Puffy

Puffy Signature Bamboo Sheets

$179

Puffy

Pros & Cons

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Pros

• 100% bamboo viscose
• Oeko-Tex Standard 100 Certified
• Comes in six sizes
• 101-night sleep trial and lifetime warranty

Cons

• Only available in two colors
• Very prone to wrinkles

The Puffy Signature Bamboo Sheets are the best bamboo sheets on our list. Bamboo is more cooling and antimicrobial than cotton, so if you tend to sweat at night, you'll want this moisture-wicking material in your arsenal.

The Puffy Signature Bamboo Sheets are the best bamboo option on our list because they successfully maintain a soft, luscious texture and a cool temperature. Our tester also notes that they get softer with every wash, so you don't have to worry about them getting torn up or pilled in your washing machine.

We do have to warn you that these sheets only come in two basic but classic colors: Polar Grey and Arctic White. You can switch up the color scheme with a fluffy duvet, which will also cover up the many wrinkles that show up in these sheets—our tester complained they were unable to smooth them out.

Cozy Earth

Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheet Set

$331

Cozy Earth

Pros & Cons

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Pros

• 100% premium bamboo viscose fabric
• Hold up well on laundry day
• 100-night sleep trial

Cons

• One of the most expensive sets on our list

From unboxing to bedtime, the Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheets are pure luxury. The brand sweats all the small details in the cooling sheets' experience, including shipping them in premium reusable packaging and incorporating functional details like a tuck-in pillowcase.

In a long list of high-quality bamboo bedding, Cozy Earth's Bamboo Sheets reign as our most luxurious pick. This set boasts a 100% bamboo viscose fabric construction and a buttery soft sateen texture. According to our tester from "surface-of-the-sun Texas," the sheets "have an ultra-lightweight, crisp feel that doesn't make me feel stuffy while under the covers, despite the humidity of 85-degree summer nights."

Our tester also praised the functionality of the pillowcase: "It tucks completely around my queen-sized pillow, so the pillow is fully ensconced in silken fabric and the tag isn't out flapping around." Cozy Earth is known for its luxurious details, like the pillow encasement and reusable fabric packaging, so you're getting the full shopping experience. We'd even recommend looking into a luxury mattress to seal the deal.

The Layla Bamboo Sheets might have a lower thread count—which can sometimes mean they're thinner and grainy—but they surprised our testers with how soft and cooling they are. They're lower in price without sacrificing too much quality.

Not everyone has the budget for $300 sheets, and that's where the Layla Bamboo Sheets come in. Despite being a more moderately priced pick at $119, the set still offers plenty of cooling power, thanks to the 100% bamboo viscose material that naturally wicks away moisture and promotes airflow. "These sheets clearly provide a cool texture and feel from the get-go, but I never felt overheated throughout the night, even after the initial cool touch faded," our tester says.

The only caveat is that the set only comes in two colors, white and gray. With the limited color options, you might find—like our tester—that stains are tough to conceal. "Those with busy homes filled with dogs and kids (like mine) might find that marks and stains do not seem to wash out as easily," she says. "I noticed dark spots and stains after multiple washes from sleeping dogs, toddler sippy cup mishaps, and more, which was hard to hide with the dark gray fabric I tested."

Now that you've gotten the rundown on the best cooling bedding, here's how their prices stack up.

Our testing team of nappers, snoozers, and certified sleep experts knows what's what in the bedding industry. We've tested over 500 different mattresses, dozens of pillows, and just about every type of sheet set you can dream of. After whittling down a long list of cooling sheets, we found our pool of 11 finalists and had each tester meticulously and thoroughly test the sheets by sleeping with them over a period of a few weeks. The sheets were washed at least twice, following manufacturer instructions (and a bit of experimenting).

When it came down to choosing the best cooling sheets, the team analyzed each set's materials, durability, appearance and design, comfort, and value. Once each category was rated on a scale of one to five, we were able to determine our overall recommendation. If you'd like to learn more about our high standards, check out our rigorous sleep testing methodology.

If your bed is hot and stuffy, chances are, your sleep quality is suffering. Swapping stale sheets for crisp, cooling sheets doesn't just feel better on your skin, it also improves your sleep quality. "Cooling sheets are great because they help move heat and moisture away from your body," Dr. Dasgupta says. "Unlike regular sheets that can feel stuffy, cooling sheets breathe better, so you don't wake up sweaty. They're especially helpful if you sleep hot or live in a warmer climate." To top it off, using cooling sheets can also have the same effect as dropping the air conditioner three degrees.

What to Look for in Cooling Sheets

Not all cooling sheets are made equal. Pay attention to the fabric composition, thread count, and bonus cooling features in your next sheet set.

Other Tips for Sleeping Cool

For those that struggle with hot environments, there are a few tricks to make your bed more comfortable, including adjusting your thermostat, investing in more cooling bedding, or wearing cooling sleepwear.

About the Expert

Raj Dasgupta, MD, is a quadruple-certified physician by the American Board of Internal Medicine specializing in internal medicine, pulmonology, critical care and sleep medicine. He has over two decades of experience in the industry.