For night sweats
The Best Sheets for Night Sweats (2027)
The best sheets for night sweats in 2027, including cooling sheets for night sweats and an honest verdict on cotton, ranked on moisture transport, drying speed, and how the bed feels at 3 a.m.
The short answer
For night sweats in 2027, Degrees of Comfort Coolmax moves and dries moisture fastest. The SHEEX Original Performance adds athletic-grade wicking, and Olive + Crate Tencel is the natural-fiber route.
Our top picks at a glance
- Degrees of Comfort Coolmax SheetsCoolmax performance fabric that moves sweat like athletic gear.Best moisture transport
- SHEEX Original Performance Sheet SetAthletic-gear performance fabric built into a premium cooling sheet set.Best performance fabric set
- Olive + Crate Eucalyptus Sheets SetOrganic eucalyptus Tencel with a cool, silk-like glide.Best natural fiber
- Bedsure Cooling Sheets BambooBamboo viscose cooling at the price hot sleepers actually pay.Best overall
- Hotel Sheets Direct Bamboo SheetsSilky bamboo with a hotel pedigree and a loyal following.Best proven bamboo
- Bampure Bamboo SheetsOrganic-certified bamboo viscose with a clean supply chain.Best certified bamboo
- Regency Heights Cooling Sheet SetQ-Max nylon-spandex fabric that feels cold the moment you lie down.Best cool-to-touch
- Cosy House Collection Bamboo SheetsBamboo-blend luxury positioning with a very deep color catalog.Best colors
- Sleep Mantra Cooling SheetsA balanced bamboo-blend set that trades a little silk for durability.Best durable blend
- CGK Unlimited Cooling SheetsHotel-style microfiber cooling sheets in extra-deep pockets.Best extra-deep pockets
What owners report
Synthesized from recurring themes in long-term owner feedback.
Most praised
- Moisture-transport fabrics in this set keep working at hour six, when cool-touch effects are long gone
- Several picks dry fast enough to feel fresh again after a mid-night wake-up
Common complaints
- Sporty performance textures divide sleepers who expect a hotel linen feel
- Sets without a flat sheet leave sweaters who kick covers off with one less layer to manage
The picks, ranked
Every product in this lineup was picked for this use case, ranked with our strongest choices first. If a product from the wider category does not genuinely fit this scenario, it is not listed here.
| # | Product | Award | Fiber | Mechanism | Pocket depth | Set includes | Care |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Degrees of Comfort Coolmax Sheets | Best moisture transport | Coolmax performance polyester blend | Channel-fiber moisture transport | Fits up to 16 in | Fitted, flat, 2 pillowcases | Machine wash warm, no fabric softener |
| 2 | SHEEX Original Performance Sheet Set | Best performance fabric set | 87% performance polyester, 13% spandex | - | Queen fitted sheet fits mattresses up to about 18 in | Fitted sheet, flat sheet, 2 pillowcases on queen and king sets | Wash cold, no bleach or softener, tumble dry low |
| 3 | Olive + Crate Eucalyptus Sheets Set | Best natural fiber | 100% organic Tencel lyocell from eucalyptus | - | Deep-pocket fitted sheet | - | Wash cold gentle, dry low |
| 4 | Bedsure Cooling Sheets Bamboo | Best overall | 100% viscose from bamboo | - | Fits up to 16 in | Fitted, flat, 2 pillowcases | Machine wash cold gentle, tumble low |
| 5 | Hotel Sheets Direct Bamboo Sheets | Best proven bamboo | 100% viscose from bamboo | - | Fits up to 15 in | Fitted, flat, 2 pillowcases | Wash cold gentle, dry low |
| 6 | Bampure Bamboo Sheets | Best certified bamboo | 100% bamboo viscose, certified source | - | Fits up to 16 in | Fitted, flat, 2 pillowcases | Wash cold gentle, dry low |
| 7 | Regency Heights Cooling Sheet Set | Best cool-to-touch | 90% nylon, 10% spandex (Q-Max 0.40+) | - | Fits up to 15 in, all-around elastic | Fitted sheet and 2 pillowcases (3 pieces) | Machine wash |
| 8 | Cosy House Collection Bamboo Sheets | Best colors | Bamboo viscose / microfiber blend (40/60 class) | - | Fits up to 16 in | Fitted, flat, 2 pillowcases | Machine wash cold, dry low |
| 9 | Sleep Mantra Cooling Sheets | Best durable blend | Bamboo viscose blend | - | Fits up to 15 in | Fitted, flat, 2 pillowcases | Machine wash cold, dry low |
| 10 | CGK Unlimited Cooling Sheets | Best extra-deep pockets | Brushed microfiber polyester | - | Extra deep, fits up to 20 in | Fitted, flat, 2 pillowcases | Machine wash and dry, wrinkle resistant |
Best moisture transport
Degrees of Comfort Coolmax Sheets
Coolmax performance fabric that moves sweat like athletic gear.
Night sweats are a transport problem, and Coolmax is the transport specialist: channel fibers move sweat off the skin contact zone and spread it to dry, so the sheet resets between episodes instead of staying damp.
Strengths
- Coolmax fibers channel moisture along the fabric to evaporate fast
- Dries significantly faster than cotton or bamboo
- Lightweight and breathable through the whole night
- Holds up to repeated washing without losing wicking
Limitations
- Sporty texture lacks a luxury hotel feel
- Can feel clammy in the first minutes before wicking engages
- Limited color palette versus fashion sheet brands
| Fiber | Coolmax performance polyester blend |
|---|---|
| Mechanism | Channel-fiber moisture transport |
| Pocket depth | Fits up to 16 in |
| Set includes | Fitted, flat, 2 pillowcases |
| Care | Machine wash warm, no fabric softener |
Best for: Night-sweat sleepers who need athletic-grade moisture transport, not just a cool first touch.
Skip if: You want a silky luxury hand; Coolmax feels like performance sportswear.
Best performance fabric set
SHEEX Original Performance Sheet Set
Athletic-gear performance fabric built into a premium cooling sheet set.
The SHEEX performance knit was modeled on athletic gear: it transfers moisture off the skin, breathes through the night, and its smooth stretch surface stays comfortable when you are already overheated. It is the premium pick for sweaters who wake up hot as well as damp.
Strengths
- Performance polyester and spandex fabric transfers moisture away from skin and breathes far better than traditional cotton, per the brand
- Stretch knit fits snugly and stays smooth and wrinkle free on the bed
- Founded by two former NCAA basketball coaches who wanted sheets that felt like their performance gear
- OEKO-TEX certified fabric on current listings
Limitations
- Premium price, among the highest in this guide
- Athletic, slightly slick hand feel will not convert natural-fiber loyalists
- Care rules ban bleach, fabric softener, and dryer sheets, which coat performance fibers
| Fiber | 87% performance polyester, 13% spandex |
|---|---|
| Certification | OEKO-TEX (verify listing) |
| Pocket depth | Queen fitted sheet fits mattresses up to about 18 in |
| Set includes | Fitted sheet, flat sheet, 2 pillowcases on queen and king sets |
| Care | Wash cold, no bleach or softener, tumble dry low |
Best for: Hot sleepers who want a premium performance-fabric set that wicks moisture and breathes like sportswear.
Skip if: You prefer natural fibers or a lower price; SHEEX is a synthetic performance fabric at a premium price.
Best natural fiber
Olive + Crate Eucalyptus Sheets Set
Organic eucalyptus Tencel with a cool, silk-like glide.
Tencel lyocell absorbs moisture into the fiber and releases it readily, staying dry-feeling longer than cotton. For night sweaters who refuse synthetics, it is the strongest natural option here.
Strengths
- 100 percent organic Tencel lyocell from eucalyptus absorbs and releases moisture exceptionally
- Fiber surface is smoother than bamboo, reducing skin and hair friction
- Naturally cool hand that stays comfortable all night, not just on contact
- OEKO-TEX certified, with no synthetic fiber blended in
Limitations
- Premium price, especially in king sizes
- Delicate care: cold gentle wash, low dry
- Silky surface can feel slippery with silk sleepwear
| Fiber | 100% organic Tencel lyocell from eucalyptus |
|---|---|
| Certification | OEKO-TEX |
| Pocket depth | Deep-pocket fitted sheet |
| Sizes | Twin XL through California King |
| Care | Wash cold gentle, dry low |
Best for: Hot sleepers with sensitive skin who want the smoothest, coolest natural-fiber sheet here.
Skip if: Budget matters; genuine Tencel lyocell is the priciest fiber in this guide.
Best overall
Bedsure Cooling Sheets Bamboo
Bamboo viscose cooling at the price hot sleepers actually pay.
Bedsure's 100 percent bamboo viscose wicks moisture away from skin and gets softer with careful washing, and the pockets fit mattresses up to about 16 inches with a topper, so the set stays put through restless, sweaty nights.
Strengths
- 100 percent bamboo viscose wicks moisture and feels cool against skin
- Deep pockets fit mattresses up to about 16 in with a topper
- Gets softer with washing when cared for on gentle cycles
- Wide color range and all standard sizes on Amazon
Limitations
- Bamboo viscose wrinkles easily out of the dryer
- Requires gentle washing and low heat to avoid pilling
- Silky drape slides on smooth mattress protectors
| Fiber | 100% viscose from bamboo |
|---|---|
| Weave | Sateen |
| Pocket depth | Fits up to 16 in |
| Set includes | Fitted, flat, 2 pillowcases |
| Care | Machine wash cold gentle, tumble low |
Best for: Hot sleepers who want genuine bamboo viscose wicking without premium-brand pricing.
Skip if: You want crisp percale texture; bamboo viscose drapes soft and silky, not crisp.
Best proven bamboo
Hotel Sheets Direct Bamboo Sheets
Silky bamboo with a hotel pedigree and a loyal following.
Hotel Sheets Direct pairs the smooth, cool sateen hand night-sweat sleepers want with reinforced stitching, and that stitching is the quiet feature that survives a year of weekly hot washes.
Strengths
- 100 percent bamboo viscose with a smooth, cool sateen hand
- Naturally temperature-regulating across seasons
- Reinforced stitching outlasts many budget bamboo sets
- Hypoallergenic positioning suits sensitive skin
Limitations
- Wrinkles readily and needs prompt removal from the dryer
- Gentle-cycle care only
- Pockets are standard depth, tight on very thick toppers
| Fiber | 100% viscose from bamboo |
|---|---|
| Weave | Sateen |
| Pocket depth | Fits up to 15 in |
| Set includes | Fitted, flat, 2 pillowcases |
| Care | Wash cold gentle, dry low |
Best for: Sleepers who want the classic silky-cool bamboo feel with proven durability.
Skip if: You dislike sateen drape or need extra-deep pockets beyond 15 in.
Best certified bamboo
Bampure Bamboo Sheets
Organic-certified bamboo viscose with a clean supply chain.
When sweat leaves skin raw and reactive, Bampure's certified bamboo and chemical-conscious finishing matter as much as its temperature-regulating sateen.
Strengths
- Certified organic bamboo source material
- Cool, breathable sateen that regulates temperature well
- Free-from positioning on harsh finishing chemicals
- Strong elastic and corner fit for a mid-priced set
Limitations
- Costs more than uncertified bamboo rivals
- Same wrinkle and gentle-care realities as all bamboo viscose
- Color range is narrower than big-box brands
| Fiber | 100% bamboo viscose, certified source |
|---|---|
| Weave | Sateen |
| Pocket depth | Fits up to 16 in |
| Set includes | Fitted, flat, 2 pillowcases |
| Care | Wash cold gentle, dry low |
Best for: Buyers who want certified bamboo fabric and chemical-conscious production.
Skip if: You need the absolute coolest contact feel; certified bamboo prioritizes purity over chill tech.
Best cool-to-touch
Regency Heights Cooling Sheet Set
Q-Max nylon-spandex fabric that feels cold the moment you lie down.
The Regency Heights nylon blend attacks the first half of the problem: a Q-Max rated cold first touch that drops skin temperature at lights-out, with spandex stretch that keeps the sheet moving with a restless sleeper.
Strengths
- Cooling fabric rated Q-Max above 0.40 for instant cool-to-touch feel
- 90 percent nylon and 10 percent spandex blend wicks moisture and moves with the sleeper
- OEKO-TEX certified fabric
- Noticeably cool first contact helps fall asleep faster on hot nights
Limitations
- Cool-touch effect fades as the fabric warms to body temperature
- Synthetic hand feel is not for natural-fiber purists
- Three-piece set includes no flat sheet
| Fiber | 90% nylon, 10% spandex (Q-Max 0.40+) |
|---|---|
| Certification | OEKO-TEX Standard 100 |
| Pocket depth | Fits up to 15 in, all-around elastic |
| Set includes | Fitted sheet and 2 pillowcases (3 pieces) |
| Care | Machine wash |
Best for: Sleepers who overheat at bedtime and want an instant cold-touch sensation.
Skip if: You prefer natural fibers; this is an engineered nylon and spandex blend.
Best colors
Cosy House Collection Bamboo Sheets
Bamboo-blend luxury positioning with a very deep color catalog.
Cosy House's bamboo blend is the set for sweat-heavy laundry schedules: the microfiber in the mix adds tear and wash toughness that pure viscose sets cannot match, while the surface still sleeps cool.
Strengths
- Bamboo viscose and microfiber blend balances cool feel with toughness
- One of the widest color and size ranges on Amazon
- Deep pockets and strong all-around elastic
- Resists wrinkles better than pure bamboo sets
Limitations
- Blend runs slightly warmer than 100 percent bamboo
- Marketing thread-count claims should be ignored; judge the hand feel
- Microfiber content adds static in dry winters
| Fiber | Bamboo viscose / microfiber blend (40/60 class) |
|---|---|
| Pocket depth | Fits up to 16 in |
| Set includes | Fitted, flat, 2 pillowcases |
| Colors | 20-plus colorways |
| Care | Machine wash cold, dry low |
Best for: Decor-conscious hot sleepers who want bamboo cooling in a specific colorway.
Skip if: You want 100 percent bamboo; Cosy House blends viscose with microfiber for durability.
Best durable blend
Sleep Mantra Cooling Sheets
A balanced bamboo-blend set that trades a little silk for durability.
Sleep Mantra reduces the pilling that pure bamboo suffers under constant washing, and its breathable weave keeps the bed feeling airy between the midnight wake-ups this guide is written for.
Strengths
- Bamboo blend adds strength and reduces pilling versus pure viscose
- Breathable weave keeps the cool, airy side of bamboo's character
- Easier care: tolerates normal wash cycles better
- Budget pricing with deep-pocket options
Limitations
- Blend feels slightly less silky than 100 percent bamboo
- Cooling effect is moderate, not chill-touch
- Elastic quality varies by production run per owner reports
| Fiber | Bamboo viscose blend |
|---|---|
| Weave | Breathable sateen |
| Pocket depth | Fits up to 15 in |
| Set includes | Fitted, flat, 2 pillowcases |
| Care | Machine wash cold, dry low |
Best for: Practical hot sleepers who found pure bamboo too delicate for weekly washing.
Skip if: You want 100 percent natural fiber; this is a blend by design.
Best extra-deep pockets
CGK Unlimited Cooling Sheets
Hotel-style microfiber cooling sheets in extra-deep pockets.
CGK closes the list as the set you can wash hot without a second thought; brushed microfiber handles light moisture, shrugs off wrinkles, and fits the deepest mattress-and-topper stacks.
Strengths
- Extra-deep pockets fit mattresses up to about 20 in
- Brushed microfiber wicks light moisture and resists wrinkles
- Four-piece set at a true budget price
- Holds up to frequent hot washing better than bamboo
Limitations
- Microfiber traps more heat than bamboo or Tencel for heavy sweaters
- Static cling in dry climates
- Feel is smooth rather than naturally cool to the touch
| Fiber | Brushed microfiber polyester |
|---|---|
| Pocket depth | Extra deep, fits up to 20 in |
| Set includes | Fitted, flat, 2 pillowcases |
| Care | Machine wash and dry, wrinkle resistant |
| Sizes | Twin through California king plus split king |
Best for: Thick-mattress owners who need extra-deep pockets and an easy-care set that still sleeps cool.
Skip if: You run very hot and need natural-fiber wicking; microfiber has a lower cooling ceiling.
Questions, answered
Are cotton sheets good for night sweats?
Cotton percale breathes, but cotton absorbs sweat and holds it against the skin, so a soaked cotton sheet stays damp and clammy. Cotton sheets for night sweats are a comfort choice for light sweaters in cool rooms, not the strongest fix. Wicking fibers like Coolmax, bamboo, and Tencel handle recurring sweats better.
How often should night sweaters wash their sheets?
At least weekly, and after any night you wake soaked. Owning two or three sets, as our night sweats guide recommends, makes that rotation realistic without nightly laundry.
Do cooling sheets help with hot flashes at night?
They help with the bedding side of the problem: wicking and fast-drying sheets reduce the damp, chilled feeling after a flash. They do not treat hot flashes themselves, so pair them with a cool room and breathable sleepwear.
Should I add a waterproof protector under night sweat sheets?
If sweat is soaking through to the mattress, yes, but choose a thin, breathable protector. A heat-trapping protector under a cooling sheet cancels much of the sheet's work.