Are 500 thread count sheets worth it?

What’s the best thread count for sheets? In our tests, top-rated bed sheets often have thread counts between 300 and 500. Anything above 500 isn’t necessarily better (so don’t be deceived when you see thread counts over 1,500), and on the flip side, you can still find quality sheets with thread counts under 300.

Is 500 or 1000 thread count better?

Generally, the higher the thread count, the softer the sheet, and the more likely it will wear well — or even soften — over time. Good sheets range anywhere from 200 to 800, although you’ll occasionally see numbers over 1,000.

What is the highest and best thread count for sheets?

What is the Best Thread Count for Sheets?

  • Cotton: 200-400.
  • Egyptian Cotton: 300-400.
  • Percale Weave: 200-400.
  • Sateen Weave: 300-600.
  • Bamboo: 300-500.
  • Linen: 80-140. Thread count is less of a useful indicator for linen sheets and rarely listed. Avoid higher thread counts for linen sheets.

Are 500 count sheets hot?

Thread counts of 300 to 500 are a great mix of a soft, silky feel and the cooling effects of better air flow. For cotton, stick between the 300 to 500 range for the best sheets to keep you cool at night.

Which is better 300 or 500 thread count?

Gopinath said a 250 to 300 thread count was optimal (there’s wiggle room, though, as Maher said 200 was also good). Gopinath told us a 400 to 500 thread count for percale could reflect a denser sheet made of fine, good-quality yarns. Over 500 was “not necessary or likely,” she said.

What thread count is best?

The best sheets typically have a thread count between 200 and 400. Any thread count lower than 180 tends to have a rougher texture. Any number over 400 is most likely an inflated figure due to multi-ply thread, meaning you’ll pay a premium price for a sheet that doesn’t actually feel any softer.