Best Sheets of 2022 – Our Top 11 Picks!

No one wants to sleep on just a bare mattress. With so many different types of sheets out there, it can be hard to know what to pick. Everyone likes something different, so I’ve compiled a list of some of the best sheets for 2022!

Keep reading to see our picks.

Best Sheets Overview

Our best picks are:

• Casper Hyperlite Sheets – Editor’s Pick
• Boll & Branch Sheets – Best Cotton Sheets
• Sleep Number Cool Temp Sheets – Best Cooling Sheets
• Parachute Percale Sheets – Best Egyptian Cotton Sheets
• GhostBed Sheets – Best Supima Cotton Sheets Sheets
• Tuft & Needle Percale Sheets – Best Percale Sheets
• Puffy Bamboo Sheets – Best Sateen Sheets
• Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheets – Best Luxury
• Casper Flannel Sheets – Best Flannel Sheets
• Avocado Organic Linen Sheets – Best Linen Sheets
• Brooklyn Bedding Brushed Microfiber – Best Value Sheets

Editor’s Pick

Casper Hyperlite Sheets

Casper is known as one of the first bed-in-a-box companies. Since its debut, Casper has expanded its inventory and the company’s Hyperlite sheets are some of my favorites out there, so they had to be our editor’s pick!

Made from Tencel, a natural material derived from eucalyptus, these sheets are very different from the traditional fabrics like cotton or flannel. Tencel is breathable, cool to the touch, and has moisture-wicking properties. This combo of features makes the Hyperlite sheets a great option for hot sleepers, like myself.

These sheets feel very soft, and are thin and breathable, making them a great choice for year round use, especially during summer heatwaves. The fitted sheet can fit mattresses up to 17” tall, which means it should stay secure on your bed if you toss and turn.

The Hyperlite sheets feature a 200 thread count. For reference, thread count just refers to the number of threads woven into a square inch of fabric. It’s not always an indicator of quality, but the thread count is often an indicator of how cool a sheet will sleep. With a lower thread count, the Hyperlite sheets will have a lot of room for air to flow through.

What Makes the Casper Hyperlite Sheets Stand Out?

• They have a great combination of cooling and temperature regulating features which make them a great choice for hot sleepers.
• Deep pockets means the fitted sheet shouldn’t pop up during the night if you toss and turn.
• They come in more than just your standard white sheets, making them great for people who like color options.

Read our full Casper Hyperlite Sheets review.

Best Cotton Sheets

Boll & Branch Sheets

There are a few different types of cotton that can be used for sheets, but for traditional cotton, we love the Boll & Branch sheets. They’ve been favored by past presidents after all! It’s been rumored that both Bill Cliton and George W. Bush have used these sheets, and they’ve even endorsed them!

Cotton is a fairly traditional material to use in sheets, but often feels rather crisp. While the Boll & Branch sheets are made out of 100% organic cotton, the cotton is spun to give these sheets a much softer feel, and they’ll get softer with use.

The fitted sheet in this set has deep pockets, and can fit mattresses up to 17” tall. This is a great sign for people who toss and turn, and don’t want to fuss with readjusting the fitted sheet.

While the Boll & Branch sheets don’t feature anything specific in terms of cooling, hot sleepers will enjoy the breathable cotton in these sheets. And with a 300 thread count, there should be plenty of room for airflow.

And for color lovers out there, these sheets offer more than just white to pick from.

What Makes the Boll & Branch Sheet Set Stand Out?

• They’re made of 100% organic cotton, but the cotton is spun to make these sheets feel extra soft.
• Boll & Branch offers more than just classic white color options to match any color scheme.
• They feel lightweight and won’t trap heat because of cotton’s natural breathability and a thread count that has room for airflow.

Read our Boll & Branch sheets review.

Best Cooling Sheets

Sleep Number True Temp

If you have the perfect room temperature, but still feel hot while you sleep, it could be your sheets trapping heat! Luckily Sleep Number designed some of our favorite cooling sheets.

Sleep Number infused its True Temp sheets with 37.5 active particle technology. This unique feature to these sheets makes them a bit smart! The particle technology will adjust to your body temperature and cool you off when you get too hot by dissipating your body heat.

Made of a blend of cotton, polyester, and spandex, these sheets also feature some natural breathability to them, too. Overall, hot sleepers shouldn’t sleep too hot underneath this set of sheets.

What Makes the Sleep Number True Temp Sheets Stand Out?

• The 37.5 active particle technology infused in these sheets makes them some of the best cooling sheets!
• They have that classic cotton feel to them for cotton lovers out there.
• With an ExactFit design to the fitted sheet, which is with a very sturdy elastic band, the fitted sheet shouldn’t pop up during the night.

Read our Sleep Number True Temp sheets review.

Best Egyptian Cotton Sheets

Parachute Percale Sheets

Grown in Egypt, Egyptian cotton is a little bit different from traditional cotton. The growing climate is different, which produces a different variety of cotton. Egyptian cotton is known to be much more durable than traditional cotton, and can be woven a bit tighter than traditional cotton.

Our favorite set of Egyptian cotton sheets is the Parachute Percale sheet set. They feature that classic crisp feeling to them that cotton is known for, but the sheets still feel very cozy and comfortable.

They’re weaved with a percale weave, also known as the plain weave, which leaves sheets feeling a little bit crisp and looking matte. With this weave, and being made of cotton, they should have a good amount of breathability to them, making them a good choice for hot sleepers.

What Makes the Parachute Percale Sheets Stand Out?

• Egyptian cotton is more durable than traditional cotton, so these sheets should last you a long time.
• Because of how durable they are, Parachute offers a three year warranty on these sheets.
• They are very lightweight, but will still feel comfortable and cozy.

Read our Parachute Percale sheets review.

Best Supima Cotton Sheets

GhostBed Sheets

One other type of cotton is Supima (short for superior pima) cotton. It is specifically grown in the US to be more durable and softer than traditional and Egyptian cotton.

One set of sheets that we love here at Mattress Clarity with this type of cotton is the GhostBed GhostSheets. This set of sheets is made with a blend of 60% Supima cotton and 40% Tencel fabric.

The cotton gives these sheets a bit of a crisp feel to them, but with the blend of Tencel in the construction, they’re a bit more soft and flexible over 100% cotton sheets.

Both cotton and Tencel are known to be fairly breathable, and with Tencel’s moisture-wicking properties, hot sleepers shouldn’t feel hot and sweaty while using these sheets.

The fitted sheet features the GhostGrip band, which is a 2” elastic band. This is one of the biggest and sturdiest elastic bands I’ve seen, so the fitted sheet will stay secure on your bed while you sleep.

What Makes the GhostBed Sheets Stand Out?

• Cotton lovers will find even more comfort and softness with the Supima cotton and Tencel blend.
• Hot sleepers will enjoy the moisture-wicking properties of Tencel, so say goodbye to sweaty nights.
• If you toss and turn during the night, the GhostGrip band will keep your fitted sheet from popping up or slipping during the night.

Read our GhostBed Sheets review.

Best Percale Sheets

Tuft & Needle Percale Sheets

When it comes to the construction of sheets, there are two common styles used to weave the threads: percale and sateen. Sheets weaved with a percale weave tend to feel more crisp, and leaves them looking matte.

The Tuft & Needle Percale sheets are some of our favorite sheets with this weave for a few different reasons.

Being made of Supima cotton, they feel soft to the touch, but the weave style still leaves them feeling rather crisp. This is fairly common for cotton sheets, so if you love crisp feeling cotton sheets, this is the set for you.

Cotton is fairly breathable, and the percale weave is a bit of a looser weave over sateen. So, while there aren’t any specific cooling features, you shouldn’t sleep too hot with these sheets.

What Makes the Tuft & Needle Percale Sheets Stand Out?

• The percale weave to these sheets gives them a crisp feel that cotton lovers should really enjoy.
• They shouldn’t sleep too hot due to their construction, and because of cotton’s natural breathability.
• Out of all the sheets on this list, they’re on the more affordable side for shoppers on a budget.

Read our Tuft & Needle Percale sheets review.

Best Sateen Sheets

Puffy Bamboo Sheets

On the other side of the weave spectrum we have the sateen weave. This style of weave is a bit of a tighter weave, and leaves sheets feeling soft and satin like. The Puffy Bamboo sheets are a cool set of sheets that feature this satin-like weave.

Made from 100% bamboo viscose, the Puffy bamboo sheets feel very soft and luxurious. Bamboo viscose is known to be a breathable and moisture-wicking material as well. Personally speaking, as a hot sleeper, these have become a quick favorite of mine to stay cool at night.

These sheets have deep pockets on them as well, fitting mattresses up to 15” tall. They have a sturdy elastic band in the fitted sheet, with extra corner bands to securely attach the fitted sheet to your bed.

What Makes the Puffy Bamboo Sheets Stand Out?

• Bamboo feels much different from cotton, and paired with the sateen weave, the Puffy sheets are very soft to the touch.
• Hot sleepers will love bamboo sheets because of their moisture-wicking properties. This means night sweats are no problem!
• Tossing and turning won’t be an issue with deep pockets and a sturdy elastic band in the fitted sheet.

Read our Puffy Bamboo Sheets review.

Best Luxury Sheets

Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheets

When I see the word luxury, my go to is to think of celebrities. So, when Oprah gets involved, everyone will pay attention. Cozy Earth’s luxury bamboo sheets were named the softest sheets by Oprah.

As mentioned, bamboo feels much softer than traditional cotton sheets. And with an endorsement from Oprah as the softest sheets out there, I’m inclined to agree.

In addition to feeling luxuriously soft, sheets made from bamboo viscose tend to be much more durable than cotton sheets as well. So the Cozy Earth sheets should last a long time.

For a luxury set of sheets, caring for them is fairly simple! Into the washing machine they go, and then machine dry as you would normal sheets. It’s always nice when luxury lasts a long time!

What Makes the Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheets Stand Out?

• They’re some of the softest sheets I’ve encountered, so I agree with Oprah!
• Bamboo viscose is durable, and with easy care, these luxury sheets should last you a long time.
• They’re also a safe pick for people with sensitive allergies! Bamboo is naturally hypoallergenic, and will fight common allergens in your sleep environment.

Read our Cozy Earth Bamboo sheets review.

Best Flannel Sheets

Casper Flannel Sheets

If you’re the type of person to get cold quickly or feels the need to layer up, flannel sheets are the way to go. Flannel sheets are made with a technique called “napping,” which gives it a fuzzy texture. Because of this, flannel sheets are great for keeping you warm.

Flannel can be made with a variety of materials, and our favorite flannel sheets are made from cotton: Casper’s Flannel sheet set. Here’s why they made the cut!

The brushed feel leaves these sheets feeling very soft and cozy. These sheets are made from lightweight flannel, so they’ll have some breathability to them.

You’ll stay comfortably warm, and not sweaty and stuffy under this set of sheets.

What Makes the Casper Flannel Sheets Stand Out?

• The Casper flannel sheets have a bit of fuzziness because of their construction, but still feel very soft.
• Flannel is good for keeping you warm, but this set of sheets are more lightweight, so you’ll feel comfortably warm rather than hot and stuffy.
• You also have the option to purchase the sheet set with a duvet cover if you’re a fan of flannel.

Best Linen Sheets

Avocado Organic Linen Sheets

Linen sheets are some of the oldest styles of sheets. Made from fibers pulled from flax stalks, linens are a great organic and hypoallergenic pick.

Avocado makes some eco-friendly beds, and its sheets are no exception. The Avocado Organic Linen sheets are made with the traditional flax, and are very breathable and more durable than cotton sheets.

These sheets have a 100% Global Organic Textile Standard, the gold standard for environmental and sustainable products. If you’re an eco-conscious shopper, or are looking to be one, these are a great pick.

They have a more textured feel to them and feel a bit weightier than other sheets out there. They’re also fairly easy to take care of, too. Just make sure you don’t use bleach or fabric softener, and these sheets should last you a long time.

What Makes the Avocado Organic Linen Sheets Stand Out?

• They’re sustainably made and sourced, and weren’t made with any harmful toxins or chemicals. They’re a great eco-friendly choice.
• Because they’re made from flax, these sheets are a great hypoallergenic pick, too.
• Easy care and durable materials means these sheets will last you a long time.

Best Value Sheets

Brooklyn Bedding Brushed Microfiber Sheets

Sometimes you want a high-quality set of sheets that don’t break the bank. Brooklyn Bedding is known for their affordable mattresses by way of owning their own company.

Their sheets are just as affordable as any sheets you can find in store. They’re a great value! A queen size set will run you less than $50 when discounted!

Made from microfibers that are woven very finely together, these sheets feel very soft to the touch. They won’t feel like traditional linens or cotton sheets. These fibers are also brushed, which really helps make them feel ultra-soft.

They’re also made to be very breathable which should allow air to flow through easily, and they have moisture-wicking properties to them. This is great news for hot sleepers.

What Makes the Brooklyn Bedding Brushed Microfiber Sheets Stand out?

• Brooklyn Bedding is dedicated to giving customers affordable sleep products, and their sheets are a great option if you’re shopping on a budget.
• The microfibers are brushed and these sheets will feel very plush and soft to the touch.
• Hot sleepers will enjoy the moisture-wicking properties and the breathable construction.

What To Consider When Buying Sheets

There’s a lot to consider when looking for a new set of sheets. Let’s take a look at some of the key factors before clicking that “check out” button.

Material

Not all materials that go into making sheets feel the same. Cotton is a common material, and overall, it feels crisp to the touch. But when blended with other materials, it can make the sheets feel a bit softer.

Bamboo is naturally hypoallergenic, which is great if you have sensitive allergies. Sheets made with bamboo viscose tend to be much softer than cotton as well. Overall though, cotton and bamboo are both great options for hot sleepers.

Linens and flannels will also feel much different. The Avocado Organic Linen sheets feel textured, and the Casper Flannel sheets are made of brushed cotton, giving them a more fuzzy feel.

It’s best to know how sheets should feel before buying something you haven’t felt before!

Weave

The most common weave styles you’ll see in sheets are percale and sateen.

The percale weave is often a looser weave style, and will leave sheets feeling rather crisp and looking matte. We typically see percale weaves in sheets made with cotton. Because it’s a bit more open, percale sheets will be able to let air flow in a bit easier.

The sateen weave is a tighter weave, but it leaves sheets feeling much softer and with a satin feeling. Cotton can be woven with this weave, and we see it with bamboo as well. Because of its closer knit, sateen sheets may trap heat a little more than percale sheets.

To learn more about the differences between percale vs sateen sheets, we’ve got a whole guide for you!

Care

Most sheets by now are machine washable. But not every type of sheet can be washed and dried the same way.

It’s very important to pay close attention to what the manufacturer recommends. Often they’ll suggest what water temperature to wash in, what cycle to use, and if you should avoid bleach or fabric softener.

Some of the sheets on this list are also recommended to be line dried. This might not be feasible for everybody, but some ways to do so if you live in a small space might be by draping the sheets over your shower curtain rod. However, most of the time, the dryer will be an option as well.

Price

Prices always vary, and it depends on the type of weave, materials used, and how those materials are treated in the making of the sheets.

Some more luxury sets on this list are the Cozy Earth Bamboo sheets and the Avocado Organic Linen sheets. More goes into these sheets to make them eco-friendly and the companies go out of their way to remove toxins and harmful chemicals in treating the materials that go into their sheets.

But more expensive doesn’t always mean better! The Brooklyn Bedding and the Tuft & Needle sets are on the more affordable end of the price spectrum, but are still high quality sheets.

What’s the Best Material for Sheets?

Really, there’s no one best material for sheets. Most of the time it just boils down to your personal preference. So, let’s take a moment to talk about some of the different materials out there and what makes them stand apart from one another.

Cotton

There are many different types of cotton on the market, from standard cotton, to Egyptian and Supima cotton. You’ll see these types of cotton a lot, as cotton is a fairly standard material to make fabrics with.

Overall, cotton sheets will feel crisp to start, but will get softer with use. Some people like that crisp feel to their sheets, and cotton is the main material to give that feel.

Egyptian and Supima cotton are grown in different circumstances, and are typically a little bit more durable than standard cotton.

Bamboo

As a textbook hot sleeper, I really love bamboo sheets. One of the main features to bamboo sheets is that they’re moisture-wicking. This means you won’t sleep hot and sweaty during the night.

If you suffer from sensitive allergies, bamboo sheets will be a great pick because they’re naturally hypoallergenic. Bamboo viscose can fight common allergens and resist dust in your sleep environment.

Overall, they feel much more soft and satin-like over cotton sheets.

Tencel

Another plant based fabric is Tencel, also referred to as Tencel lyocell, or just lyocell. It’s a material that’s derived from eucalyptus, and like bamboo, has some natural moisture-wicking properties to it. Sheets made with this material are a great option for hot sleepers out there!

RELATED: Eucalyptus vs. Bamboo Sheets

Others

Linens are some of the oldest style sheets out there, and can feel more textured than some of the other materials. But over all, linen sheets are a bit weightier than cotton, and can be a bit more durable, too.

Flannels are great at retaining heat because of the way they’re made. The fabric is napped and brushed, which gives it a fuzzy feel. If you get cold quickly, flannels might be a great option to go with.

If you’d like to read more about some of the best materials for sheets, read our full article!

FAQs

Still have questions about sheets? Luckily for you, I’ve gathered some of the most frequently asked questions for you.

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