A lesser-known benefit of buying a past-season mattress, especially one that's been on the market for years, is its proven track record. If you're unwilling to take a chance on a new bed that's relatively untested — even with a mattress trial in place — a discontinued mattress often has a trove of reviews you can explore for greater peace of mind.

Luckily, many, if not most, of these Cyber Monday bedding deals include discounts on down comforters, which can go for hundreds of dollars. Below are some of my recommendations for if you want to splurge on a cloudlike blanket for the winter to come.

Consumer Reports is tracking the best Cyber Monday sales on mattresses from popular brands like Casper, Tuft & Needle, Bear, Saatva, and more.