A quality mattress protector shields against spills, allergens, and dust mites, making it essential for a healthy sleep environment and for extending the lifespan of your mattress. Because a mattress protector is located directly below your sheets, it should also be comfortable, breathable, quiet, and waterproof. That’s why the Douglas Mattress Protector is our top pick for the best mattress protector in Canada.
This award-winning mattress protector offers complete protection against spills. Its soft feel means no crunching or plasticky feel, and the bamboo blend provides a breathable surface so you don’t have to worry about overheating. The Douglas Mattress Protector is machine washable for easy maintenance and comes with a 120-night sleep trial, and a 2-year warranty—all for just $99 for a queen size.
Sleep experts at MattressReview.ca rate the Douglas Mattress Protector as the best mattress protector due to its comfortable surface, waterproof barrier, temperature-regulating fabrics, and secure fit.
Whether you’re dealing with pets, kids, or everyday wear and tear, you need a durable and water-resistant protector to safeguard your mattress against accidents. Your comfort preferences, budget, and other factors all play a role in determining which mattress protector you should choose.
Focus on comfort, protection, and ease of use. A good protector should feel soft and breathable, ensuring it doesn’t alter the comfort of your mattress. Look for waterproof options that shield against spills without making noise as you move. Durability and easy care are also important—machine-washable protectors that hold up over time will simplify life while keeping your mattress in excellent condition.
We purchased the best-rated mattress protectors from popular retailers in Canada. Our reviewers have ranked them based on our first-hand impressions, industry knowledge, and the features that are most important to you, like comfort, lack of noise, waterproof or water-resistant features, and overall value.
Featuring a WaterShield™ waterproof barrier and a bamboo fabric blend, the Douglas Mattress Protector offers complete protection against spills and stains without sacrificing breathability and comfort—an excellent option for hot sleepers or those with sensitive skin.
The top panel of this mattress protector is completely waterproof to keep liquids away, while its soft feel allows you to sleep soundly without the sound of crunching. Its strong elastic fit secures it around your mattress like a fitted sheet for easy installation, and it’s machine-washable for added convenience.
The Douglas mattress protector comes with a 120-night sleep trial, a 2-year warranty, and an affordable price tag of $99 for a queen size. It has nearly 5,000 reviews and is also included in the company’s free bedding bundle, which comes free with the purchase of any Douglas mattress.
Price
$69–$148
Material
Bamboo, Viscose, Polyester, Cotton
Height
Up to 16″
Shipping Cost
Free
Trial Nights
120
Warranty Years
2
Waterproof barrier with a secure fit Quiet material that’s soft to the touch Breathable fabric; great for hot sleepers Available in standard and RV sizes Machine washable Has 5,000 customer reviews
Breathability may be less noticeable if used with thicker sheets
The Polysleep mattress protector is made from a polyester-and-viscose fabric blend. This waterproof mattress protector features a SilverClear® antimicrobial treatment, which is meant to keep the sleep surface fresh. Our reviewers noted that the mattress protector felt soft to the touch and didn’t make an excessive amount of noise.
However, there are very few customer reviews on the company’s website for the mattress protector. While the company advertises at the top of the product page that they have 50 reviews, there are, in fact, only 24 at the time this review was written. Most seem to be reviews for the mattress and not the mattress protector. This makes it hard to determine what customers actually think about the product.
The Polysleep mattress protector is machine washable. While it comes with a 2-year warranty, it doesn’t come with a sleep trial and has a higher-than-average price tag of $260 for a queen size.
Price
$230–$270
Material
Polyester, Viscose
Height
Up to 16″
Shipping Cost
Free
Trial Nights
N/A
Warranty Years
2 Waterproof barrier Antimicrobial treatment Soft to the touch Has 2-year warranty More expensive than similar mattress protectors No sleep trial Limited number of customer reviews
Casper’s waterproof mattress is made from a polyester fabric blend and priced at $119 for a queen, which is about average compared to other mattress protectors that we reviewed.
The protector fits well on a mattress. However, our reviewers noted that the top panel fabric wasn’t as quiet as anticipated. Reviewers also noted that the elastic at the bottom felt weaker than some of the other mattress protectors tested.
Casper says on its website that the mattress protector is machine washable. However, this mattress protector may also not be as waterproof as advertised and you’ll have to be careful washing it. Casper customers have left reviews complaining of leaks, along with other product quality issues after being laundered.
The mattress protector comes with a 1-year warranty and a 30-night sleep trial. While this is a nice add-on, neither the sleep trial nor the warranty is as long as those offered by Douglas, our top pick.
Price
$109–$139
Material
Polyester, Spandex
Height
Up to 16″
Shipping Cost
Free
Trial Nights
30
Warranty Years
1 Soft to the touch Fits well on mattress Affordably priced Only a 30-sleep trial and 1-year warranty Customers have reported quality issues Weaker netting-style elastic compared to other mattress protectors Louder than other mattress protectors
Made from polyester and TENCEL™, the Hush Iced Mattress Protector contains hypoallergenic fibres and a waterproof barrier to protect your mattress from accidents. Our reviewers noted that this machine-washable mattress protector was quiet and felt soft to the touch. This mattress protector comes with a 60-night sleep trial and a 1-year warranty, and it’s priced at $124 for a queen size.
Most mattress protectors and fitted sheets have their labels on the inside, but that’s not the case for this mattress protector. Its label is located on the outside, which could irritate sleepers as you’re more likely to feel it through your sheets.
The company’s website also has limited customer reviews about the mattress protector, which presents a confusing picture. For example, some 5-star reviews are from customers who reported they never received the product.
It’s also important to note that Hush has received numerous negative reviews from third-party review sites like Trustpilot and Better Business Bureau. Common complaints include customer service issues, shipping delays, customers not receiving their ordered products, and not receiving refunds for missing orders.
Price
$104–$154
Material
Polyester, TENCEL™
Height
Up to 16″
Shipping Cost
Free
Trial Nights
60
Warranty Years
1 Made with hypoallergenic fibres Waterproof top panel Soft to the touch Quiet Label on the outside may deter some sleepers Limited customer reviews online Weaker netting-style elastic compared to other mattress protectors Company is rated “F” (unaccredited) with BBB and “Bad” on Trustpilot Only a 60-sleep trial and 1-year warranty
The GhostProtector is advertised as a cooling and crunch-free mattress protector. It features antimicrobial technology, a super-soft knit top for quiet breathability, and a stretchy elastic band commonly found on apparel items such as boxer shorts. It’s also machine washable for easy maintenance.
However, the mattress protector is made completely from polyester. Polyester isn’t known for having any antimicrobial properties or for being a breathable fabric. It’s possible the fibres were coated with an antimicrobial substance or woven with antimicrobial fibres, but there’s no information on the tag or on GhostBed’s website to support this. If antimicrobial material is present, there’s likely only a small amount, or it would be listed on the label.
The GhostProtector is one of the most expensive mattress protectors on our list, priced at $299 for a queen size. While the protector comes with a 10-year warranty, it doesn’t come with a sleep trial.
We also recommend proceeding with caution when purchasing from GhostBed. The company has received negative media attention and is rated “Bad” on Trustpilot, with complaints about false advertising, poor product quality, and difficulty arranging refunds or returns.
Price
$269–$558
Material
Polyester
Height
Up to 15″
Shipping Cost
Free
Trial Nights
N/A
Warranty Years
10 10-year warranty Water resistant Soft to the touch Strong elastic for a good fit Far more expensive than other mattress protectors No sleep trial Company is rated “Bad” on Trustpilot In case of returns, company requires you to pay back any discounts received
The Silk & Snow machine-washable mattress protector is made from polyester and nylon, which the company markets as “breathable and breezy” on its website.
These two fabrics feel soft and light to the touch. But while they’re durable fabrics commonly used in athletic wear, polyester and nylon aren’t known for being breathable. As many Silk & Snow customers reported, you could overheat and become sweaty on this mattress protector throughout the night. Our reviewers also noted that the mattress protector wasn’t as quiet as the other mattress protectors that we tested.
Priced at $100 for a queen size, Silk & Snow offers a 100-night sleep trial and a 1-year warranty for its mattress protector. However, you may have difficulty returning it or filing a warranty claim. Customers on third-party websites like Trustpilot and Better Business Bureau have reported issues getting ahold of customer service, as well as trouble filing returns and warranty claims.
Price
$70–$110
Material
Polyester, Nylon
Height
Up to 15″
Shipping Cost
Free
Trial Nights
100
Warranty Years
1 100-night sleep trial Waterproof barrier Machine washable Customer complaints about sleeping hot Not as quiet as other mattress protectors Only a 1-year warranty Reported issues with customer service, returns, and warranty claims
Advertised as “perfectly cool and breathable,” the mattress protector from Endy is made from a non-toxic TPU film barrier, TENCEL™ fibres, and polyester. While TENCEL™ (also known as lyocell) is known for its cooling properties, polyester isn’t a cooling fabric and can cause heat retention.
Our reviewers noted that the mattress protector felt soft to the touch, but not as soft as other mattress protectors that we tested. Endy customers have also complained of sleeping hot on this protector, and that their sheets are sliding on their mattress.
This machine-washable mattress protector comes with a 60-night sleep trial and a 2-year warranty. It costs $135 for a queen size, which is about average compared to other mattress protectors on this list.
Price
$115–$145
Material
Polyester, TENCEL™
Height
Up to 15″
Shipping Cost
Free
Trial Nights
60
Warranty Years
2 2-year warranty Made with sustainable materials Quiet material Only a 60-night sleep trial Not as soft as other mattress protectors Customers reported heat-trapping and sliding sheets
Made completely from TENCEL™, the Tempur-Pedic Protex-It Mattress Protector is one of the most expensive mattress protector on our list at $249 for a queen size.
While this mattress protector offers a good waterproof barrier, with a breathable TENCEL™ construction, it also feels slippery. You may notice your sheets are more likely to slide around the mattress. Our reviewers noted that it didn’t feel soft to the touch but more plastic-like. It was also louder than the other mattress protectors that we tested, but it’s machine washable, which makes it easy to clean.
The Tempur-Pedic Protex-It Mattress Protector is available for purchase at Sleep Country Canada stores and online. It comes with a 10-year warranty, it doesn’t come with a sleep trial. Sleep Country only provides returns and exchanges within 30 days for unopened and unused accessories, so you won’t get a refund if you decide to return the product.
Price
$219–$289
Material
TENCEL™
Height
Up to 15″
Shipping Cost
Free
Trial Nights
N/A
Warranty Years
10 10-year warranty Made with sustainable materials Machine washable More expensive than other mattress protectors Slippery, plastic-like feel Louder than other mattress protectors we reviewed 30-day exchange period with no refunds
Hamuq’s mattress protector is made from a unique terry cotton and polyester blend. It features a Silver Tech™ self-cleaning infusion, which gives the fabric antimicrobial properties. It’s machine washable for added convenience.
However, while our reviewers agreed that this mattress protector does a good job of protecting a mattress, they didn’t enjoy the feel. One reviewer stated that the underside “feels like plastic” and was noticeably louder than the other mattress protectors we reviewed.
Priced at $119 for a queen size, Hamuq’s mattress protector comes with a 1-year warranty but doesn’t come with a sleep trial. If you prefer a softer mattress protector with a sleep trial and a longer warranty, you may want to try our top pick Douglas instead.
Price
$89–$129
Material
Cotton, Polyester
Height
Up to 15″
Shipping Cost
Free
Trial Nights
N/A
Warranty Years
1 Antimicrobial Elastic band for a secure fit Not soft to the touch No sleep trial and only a 1-year warranty Louder than other mattress protectors Not available in California king or RV sizes
Priced at $135 for a queen size, Emma’s mattress protector is one of the company’s many accessories that always seem to be on sale. In fact, the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority investigated Emma’s price cutting and found that it misled customers with permanent “sales.”
Our reviewers noted that the mattress protector looked like a fitted sheet and felt soft to the touch. However, it’s made from polyester, which is a durable fabric but not known for breathability. It’s not clear what, if anything, has been done to the fabric to help make the mattress protector “breathable” as advertised. Emma also states that the protector uses AllergyShield® technology but doesn’t explain this feature, either.
Like Douglas, Emma offers a 2-year warranty for its mattress protector but a much shorter 60-night sleep trial.
Price
$115–$145
Material
Polyester
Height
Up to 13″
Shipping Cost
Free
Trial Nights
60
Warranty Years
2 Soft to the touch Waterproof 2-year warranty Only a 60-night sleep trial Certain features aren’t explained Company has been investigated for permanent “sales” and misleading advertisingA mattress protector helps protect your mattress from accidental damage and stains. It also shields your mattress from bacteria and reduces the need to clean it. This can be especially helpful for mattresses with restrictive warranties that are voided by any damage to the mattress surface.
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The Douglas Mattress Protector is the best mattress protector for hot sleepers. Its bamboo blend fabric in the top panel, combined with the lightweight cotton side panels, promotes air circulation to help keep you cool at night while offering waterproof protection from spills or accidents. This mattress protector comes with a 2-year warranty, and it’s affordably priced at $99 for a queen size.
We recommend the Douglas Mattress Protector for memory foam mattresses. Since traditional memory foam is known for heat-trapping, you’ll want a mattress protector that doesn’t dampen the cooling features present in your mattress. The Douglas Mattress Protector has a breathable bamboo blend top cover that promotes cooling. It’s also machine washable, which is ideal for cleaning your mattress protector without introducing liquid to the mattress’s surface.
There isn’t one ideal fabric for a mattress protector because different manufacturers will use different kinds of fabric and structures. That said, the mattress protector fabric that you choose should be:
To promote breathability and a comfortable night’s sleep, we recommend using a fabric mattress protector that has a protective underside. The Douglas Mattress Protector is an excellent example of this type; it fully encases the mattress without causing overheating or excessive noise, unlike many plastic-like mattress protectors available.
When choosing a mattress protector, there are many factors to consider:
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Testimonials are provided by employees of GoodMorning.com. All participants were invited to handle mattress protectors and state their personal first impression of each item. Personal quotes stated here are individual opinions only and should not be interpreted as official statements of sleep accessory quality from GoodMorning.com or MattressReviews.ca.
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