02-05-2025
The Best Deep-Pocket Sheets That Stay Put On Thick Mattresses
Thick mattresses offer exceptional comfort and support, but they can pose one frustrating drawback: Standard sheets can't fit over mattresses taller than 12 to 14 inches. Constantly re-adjusting your fitted sheet to stay on the bed's corners can be a hassle, but fortunately, many brands now make bedding to solve this issue. The best deep-pocket sheets not only fit larger mattresses, but they're also comfortable, durable and temperature regulating. Our top pick overall, the Brooklinen Luxe Sateen Core Sheet Set, fits mattresses up to 16 inches while offering a buttery-soft feel.
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For those who'd prefer different materials, a budget-friendly option or a thicker weight, we've rounded up three other sets to consider. While standard sheets typically fit mattresses up to 14 inches, these picks can accommodate burly beds as tall as 22 inches. Ahead, find the best deep-pocket sheets of 2025, based on thorough research and testing.
Brooklinen
Pocket depth: 16 inches | Material: 100% long-staple cotton | Thread count: 480 | Colors: 22
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Along with being our favorite deep-pocket choice, these silky-soft sheets from Brooklinen are our overall pick for the best sateen sheets. They feature long-staple cotton that's softer and more durable than standard cotton. Forbes Vetted mattress and sleep editor McKenzie Dillon says, 'These are one of my favorite pairs of sheets that I own. They have the luxe, creamy feel of sateen, while maintaining a light and airy texture that's comfy to sleep with all year round. They've only gotten softer with each wash.'
The Luxe Sateen Core Set can fit mattresses up to 16 inches tall. Along with featuring convenient 'long' and 'short' labels to assist with making the bed, the sheets come with envelope-style pillowcases to keep your pillows from sliding out at night. If you prefer a crisper feel reminiscent of a freshly pressed button-down shirt, check out the brand's Classic Percale Core Sheet Set instead.
Amazon
Pocket depth: 21 inches | Material: 100% microfiber | Thread count: Not listed | Colors: 45
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These Mellanni sheets have more than 245,000 5-star ratings on Amazon with customers complimenting their softness and overall comfort. One of our testers says they're also lightweight and airy, making them a nice choice for anyone who sleeps hot. The extra-deep pocket set can fit tall mattresses up to 21 inches and stays snugly on the bed, while the pillowcases are made with envelope-style enclosures to keep your pillows put inside.
Our tester claims that despite the affordable price, they're also quite durable and hold up well after several washes. They're made to be stain-resistant as well, which many shoppers highlight in their reviews. There are dozens of colorways to choose from, more so than any sheet set on in our roundup, but keep in mind that each pattern and color isn't available for each size.
Cozy Earth
Pocket depth: 20 inches | Material: 100% viscose from bamboo | Thread count: Not listed | Colors: 13
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The Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheet Set is one of my go-tos for hotter months. Along with being one of the softest sheet sets I've ever tested, its bamboo viscose construction makes it feel very lightweight and cooling. The sheets have an oversized fit as a whole and can accommodate mattresses up to 20 inches. I've washed them countless times over the years and haven't noticed any signs of deterioration.
Although the brand doesn't share the thread count for these bamboo sheets, it describes it as being high-quality and notes how thread count doesn't accurately reveal a fabric's softness, strength or quality. Whatever the thread count may be, these sheets are thinner than average, so note that if you purchase the white color they're a little translucent.
The Company Store
Pocket depth: 20 inches | Material: 100% long-staple Supima cotton | Thread count: 450 | Colors: 15
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If you prefer a soft and crease-free sheet that's more resistant when it comes to wrinkles, the Legends Hotel sateen set is designed to remain smooth. Our tester says they aren't resistant to every last wrinkle, of course, but they do have a much more noticeable wrinkle-free finish than any others. Many customers also praise the sheets' ability to ward off wrinkles and keep a pristine look.
Along with fitting mattresses up to 20 inches (or 16 inches if you choose the standard sheets), they offer an extremely soft, luxurious feel. The 450-thread count combined with the sateen weave makes the sheets slightly more heavyweight and extra durable. There are more than a dozen colors to choose from, and you have the option to monogram or personalize them for an extra fee.
The Forbes Vetted sleep team is dedicated to testing, researching and recommending products that help provide the best quality rest. We've curated an expansive library of mattress and sleep guides and regularly consult industry experts and medical professionals for their input.
To recommend the best-deep pocket sheets, we researched the highest-rated ones on the market and turned to well-known, reputable brands. We also relied on our own testing experience along with customer insights and reviews.
Sheets are a crucial part of your sleep setup as they're usually the layer that you're closest to and snuggling through the night. To find the best deep-pocket set for you, consider the following.
It's important to check your mattress height before purchasing a new set of sheets, as modern-day beds often exceed the standard 14-inch mark, especially if they have a mattress topper on them. Once you know your overall bed depth, you can see if the sheets you're interested in can fit. 'Deep-pocket sheets come in a range of depths to accommodate different mattress profiles,' says Will Taylor, interior designer and founder of Bright Bazaar. 'Some of the deepest fitted sheets can fit mattresses up to 22 to 24 inches thick.' If the sheet depth is the same as your mattress depth, consider finding a slightly larger set in order to have more room to better secure the fitted sheet.
Material plays a role in a sheet's durability and feel. If you like a silky-smooth profile, consider lyocell or rayon from bamboo or eucalyptus sheets. If you prefer a hotel-like, crisp feel, then cotton percale sheets are a better choice. Organic materials like cotton or linen also tend to be more durable than synthetic ones.
'A great sheet set also has a smooth finish, resists pilling and maintains its fit and softness over time,' adds Taylor. He also notes it can be beneficial to take into account whether you want your sheets to be used seasonally or all year round. For example, 'Linen sheets are great for a cooling feeling in the summer while still being cozy in the winter.' he says.
People often correlate thread count with the quality of sheets, which isn't totally accurate. There are many factors that determine how luxurious or durable sheets are. That said, thread count does contribute to thickness and breathability. If you're looking for a lightweight, breathable sheet set then a lower thread count is more optimal. For those who prefer a thicker, more heavyweight sheet, consider a higher thread count.
It depends on your mattress height, but deep-pocket sheets are at least more than 14 inches. The ones on our list fit mattresses from 16 to 22 inches tall.
Five-star hotels typically use sheets with high-quality 100% cotton and stay away from synthetic materials. This allows them to be soft, breathable and durable.
Deep-pocket sheets are worth it if you have a mattress taller than 14 inches. They minimize the need to regularly pull your fitted sheet back under your bed and fit your mattress better than standard sheets.
