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The Best Cotton Sheets of 2023, Tested by Bedding Experts
The softest, most comfortable sheet sets made of 100% cotton.

Cotton is, by far, the most popular material when it comes to bed sheets. Though sets made of novelty fabrics — like microfiber sheets, linen sheets, silk sheets and more — have gained traction in the market, cotton offers a natural, soft and substantial feel with good breathability and durability. That said, not all cotton sheets are the same, and it's important to choose one that aligns with your personal preferences and budget.
Our top picks:
The Good Housekeeping Institute Textiles Lab has tested more than 275 sheet sets in recent years. We perform hands-on testing in our Lab using specialized equipment and following technical industry standards to evaluate aspects like fabric strength, pilling resistance, wrinkle resistance and shrinkage from laundering. We also have consumer testers feel the sheets in a blind comparison test, then we send sets home for sleep testers to try out in real-life settings. All in all, we've reviewed more than 13,000 data points before recommending the best sheets.
You can read more about how we test sheets and what to look for when you shop at the end of this article. But first, here's everything you need to know about the best cotton sheets, with prices listed for Queen sizes.
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Lexie Sachs (she/her) is the executive director of the Textiles, Paper and Apparel Lab at the Good Housekeeping Institute, where she researches, tests and reports on fabric-based products ranging from sheets, mattresses and towels to bras, fitness apparel and other clothing. She also evaluates luggage, rain gear, disposable paper goods and baby products. Lexie has more than 15 years of experience in the textiles industry and a degree in fiber science from Cornell University. Prior to joining GH in 2013, she worked in merchandising and product development in the fashion and home industries.
Grace Wu (she/her) is a product reviews analyst at the Good Housekeeping Institute's Textiles, Paper and Apparel Lab, where she evaluates fabric-based products using specialized equipment and consumer tester data. Prior to starting at Good Housekeeping in 2022, she earned a master of engineering in materials science and engineering and a bachelor of science in fiber science from Cornell University. While earning her degrees, Grace worked in research laboratories for smart textiles and nanotechnology and held internships at Open Style Lab and Rent the Runway.

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