Bed Bug Encasements

If your encasement has a bad zipper, you may as well not have an encasement at all.

Curious about the waterproof coating featured in every single encasement?

The coating is TPU – also known as polyurethane.

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	AllerZip Smooth	SafeRest Premium	SureGuard	Sleep Defense
Lab Tested	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
FDA Registered	Yes	Yes	No	No
Zipper	BugLock 3-part	Velcro, Micro-Zipper	Velcro, "Zipper Technology"	Velcro, Zip-tie
Material	Cotton, polyester terry fabric	Polyester knit fabric	Polyester knit fabric	Polyester knit fabric
Sleeping Surface	Cotton	Cotton Terry	Cotton Terry	Polyester knit fabric
Rating	100 / 100	96 / 100	80 / 100	68 / 100
Why Buy?	Overall Best	Great Value	Budget Comfort	Budget Friendly
Relative Cost	$$$	$$	$$	$
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• Independently lab-tested bed bug proof by ICR Lab, SGS, and Oeko Tek
• Bed bug, allergen, stain, dust mite, bacteria, water, pet dander, pollen, and mold proof
• FDA registered class 1 medical device
• BugLock 3-part locking zipper system – Best system
• 80% cotton and 20% polyester terry fabric – Most comfortable option
• Bite proof on all 6 sides
• 10 year warranty with online registration
• Good Housekeeping – Endorsement/Seal of Quality
• Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America – Certified Asthma and Allergy Friendly

AllerZip Smooth Review:
In the world of mattress encasements, Protect-A-Bed is the brand to beat.

70% of all mattress sellers and retailers in the US use their products, and for good reason. While many encasement brands exist online only, Protect-A-Bed has over 7,000 stores. Rest assured knowing that they will take care of you if an issue ever comes up with your encasement.

Organizations like the EPA and entomological groups doing bed bug research reach out to her when they want the authoritative opinion on anything bed bug related.

She also happens to have endorsed AllerZip. It’s one of the many reasons why Allerzip is so popular in the industry.

Groups like Good Housekeeping and the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America have endorsed the AllerZip too.

Other encasements use polyester everywhere except the sleeping surface to cut costs. The Allerzip uses terry fabric to encase the entire mattress.

Full terry construction makes a huge difference by reducing crinkling and improving comfort. It will feel like an unencased mattress instead of like one covered in polyester.

Allerzip’s 3-part BugLock zipper system also leads in the industry.

Bed bugs won’t be able to get through the zipper system unless someone deliberately opens it. The AllerZip will keep bed bugs out as long as you keep it on your mattress.

Protect-A-Bed’s top-of-the-line Allerzip Smooth over-delivers. It does everything possible to stop bed bugs from biting without sacrificing comfort.

It’s the best all-around mattress encasement we could find after hours of research.

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• Independently lab-tested bed bug proof
• Bed bug, allergen, dust mite, bacteria, and waterproof
• FDA registered class 1 medical device
• Zipper is secured with Velcro flap lying directly over zipper
• “Micro-Zipper technology” keeps zipper secure
• Cotton terry sleeping surface – second most comfortable option
• Polyester knit fabric on other five sides
• Bite proof on sleeping surface
• 10-year warranty
• Dedicated website and storefront, sells direct

SafeRest Premium Review:
Looking for a quality case but don’t want to spring for the top-of-the-line Allerzip? Our recommendation would be this SafeRest encasement.

It is the last of the mattress encasements with readily available lab documentation. Documentation is a big deal. Any company can claim to have lab-tested their product. Most do not prove it.

SafeRest’s encasement is registered with the FDA as a class 1 medical device.

The remaining five sides are made up of a polyester knit fabric, which is less noisy than plain polyester.

This encasement features a 2-part zipper securing system. The first part is a very fine-toothed “micro-zipper.” The second part is a simple velcro flap that covers the zipper and keeps it from opening.

SafeRest has a dedicated website and solid online presence.

You should be able to receive service if you have any issues according to what reviewers are saying.

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• Bed bug, allergen, dust mite, bacteria, mildew, mold, and waterproof
• Zipper is secured with velcro flap lying directly over zipper
• “Invisi-Zip” and “SureSeal” keep zipper secure
• Generous zipper makes installation easy
• 100% cotton terry top sleeping surface
• Bite proof on top surface
• 30 day money-back guarantee
• 10-year full replacement warranty (stipulations not available online)
• No website or storefront, does not sell direct

SureGuard Premium Review:
SureGuard’s Premium encasement is a solid encasement available on Amazon. It’s a good choice if you need an encasement ASAP.

Although we couldn’t find lab documentation online, consumer reviews have been positive.

The zipper securing system is somewhat mysterious. It uses a Velcro flap and an unexplained “zipper technology.” This likely means a fine-toothed zipper, like what SafeRest uses.

We were not able to find lab documentation for this encasement. A majority of reviewers had good results using it to stop bed bug bites.

As for comfort, the sleeping surface is made of 100% cotton terry. The other 5 sides are made of 100% stretch-knit polyester.
Polyester sided encasements come with some crinkling noisiness.

The 30-day money-back guarantee alone makes this a fine option to try. Be sure to review return policies first.

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• Independently lab-tested bed bug proof
• Bed bug, allergen, dust mite, and waterproof
• Zipper is secured with Velcro flap AND permanent zip-tie
• “Allergy blocker” keeps zipper secure
• Zips across three sides
• Polyester knit fabric, Polyurethane waterproof layer
• Bite proof on sleeping surface
• 5-year limited manufacturers warranty (stipulations not available online)
• Unfinished website redirects to Amazon, does not sell direct

Sleep Defense System Review:
At the moment, Sleep Defense is the most reviewed budget option of all the bed bug encasements on Amazon.

As with the SureGuard, we were not able to find lab documentation online. Sleep Defense does not offer a refund guarantee and has a warranty half as long as Sureguard’s.

That said, its zipper securing system is solid. A velcro flap covers a zipper secured with a permanent zip-tie.

This encasement includes a polyurethane waterproof layer. That plastic-y layer of waterproofing will make noise and feel like you’d imagine. It is a thin sheet of plastic between your sheets and mattress.

On the bright side, bed bugs definitely won’t get through the waterproofing layer.

Box spring encasements are more affordable than mattress encasements. They don’t need to be comfortable, so the materials cost less.

	SafeRest Premium	Sleep Defense	Protect-A-Bed
Lab Tested	Yes	Yes	Yes
FDA Registered	Yes	No	No
Zipper	Velcro, "Micro-Zipper"	Velcro, Zip-tie	BugLock 3-part
Material	Polyester, Polyurethane	Polyester knit fabric	Polypropylene
Warranty	10 Years	5 Years	2 Years
Relative Cost	$$	$	$$
Rating	92 / 100	80 / 100	74 / 100
Why Buy?	Best Overall	Brand Name	Budget Friendly
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• Independently lab-tested bed bug entry, escape and bite proof
• Bed bug, dust mite, water, bacteria, and allergen proof
• FDA registered class 1 medical device
• “Micro-Zipper technology” keeps zipper secure
• Zipper is secured  with velcro flap
• Polyester surface, Polyurethane waterproof interior
• 10-year full replacement warranty
• Dedicated website and storefront, sells direct

SafeRest Premium Review:
SafeRest’s Premium encasement is the only FDA registered box spring encasement available.

Their 10-year full replacement warranty demonstrates a lot of confidence in their product.

This encasement uses double-seam stitching, a very fine-toothed zipper, and a Velcro flap. The system creates an impenetrable bed bug proof seal.

The fact that they provide their independent lab results is the icing on the cake.
SafeRest is a reputable brand with its own website and physical storefronts.

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• Independently lab-tested bed bug proof
• Bed bugs, dust mites, allergens, mold spores proof
• BugLock 3-part locking zipper system
• Zippered on three sides
• Made of 100% Polypropylene
• Non-woven fabric
• 2-year manufacturer’s warranty

Protect-A-Bed Review:
This box spring encasement is part of Protect-A-Bed’s budget line.

Made of 100% polypropylene, this encasement will get the job done with no frills. This is fine given that you won’t be sleeping on it directly.

All that being said, a great zipper is necessary. This encasement delivers an industry-leading system.

Many end up choosing this model for the Protect-A-Bed brand name.

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• Independently lab-tested bed bug proof (documentation not online)
• Bed bugs, dust mites, allergens, mold spores proof
• Zipper is secured with permanent zip-tie AND velcro flap
• 100% polyester knit fabric
• 5-year limited manufacturers warranty
• Unfinished website redirects to Amazon, does not sell direct

Sleep Defense System Review:
Sleep Defense offers an entire line of well-reviewed budget encasements.

Made of polyester knit, this encasement is durable and will be long-lasting. Its 5-year warranty offers peace of mind and shows confidence in the product.

You may have trouble with customer service and warranty claims, but your wallet will be happy. According to reviewers, the encasement does the job of keeping bed bugs out just fine.

Reviews show that they are still great at keeping bugs out.

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	SafeRest Premium	SureGuard	Allerzip Smooth	Sleep Defense
FDA Registered	No	No	Yes	No
Zipper	Micro-Zipper	Super Fine Zipper, Invisi-Zip technology	Fine-toothed Zipper	Regular Zipper
Material	Cotton Terry, Polyurethane Film	Fine Cotton Terry, Polyurethane Film	Polyester, Polyurethane Film	Polyester Knit Fabric, Polyurethane Film
Warranty	10 Years	10 Years	5 Years	2 Years
Relative Cost	$$	$$	$$	$
Rating	100 / 100	94 / 100	89 / 100	72 / 100
Why Buy?	Best Overall	Great Value	Brand Name	Budget Friendly
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• Includes one pillow encasement
• Bed bug, water, dust mite, allergen, and bacteria
• Micro-Zipper seals pillow
• Soft, thin, breathable, noiseless cotton terry
• Waterproof polyurethane film
• Full 10-year warranty
• Dedicated website and storefront, sells direct

SafeRest Premium Review:
As I mentioned at the beginning of the pillow encasement section, comfort is key!

The material used in SafeRest’s version of the pillow encasement is what sets it apart and ahead of the rest. You can’t beat the comfort of cotton terry when comparing bed bug proof materials.

Cotton terry is the least noisy, most breathable, and thinnest bed bug proof fabric. Polyester and polyurethane fabrics are crinkly and uncomfortable in comparison.

SafeRest uses the same fabric and zipper technology in both its pillow and mattress encasements.

Buy with confidence knowing that SafeRest is a reputable brand with lab tests available online.

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• Includes two pillow encasements
• Bed bug, water, dust mite, allergen, bacteria, mildew, and mold proof
• Super fine zipper, Invisi-Zip technology
• Soft, thin, breathable, noiseless cotton terry
• Waterproof polyurethane film
• 10-year full replacement warranty
• Dedicated website and storefront, sells direct

SureGuard Review:
SureGuard is the other pillow encasement manufacturer that utilizes cotton terry besides SafeRest.

Made of cotton terry, this encasement will be breathable and less noisy than anything made with TPU or polyester.

A set of these encasements is a solid investment in secure and comfortable sleep at a great price.

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• Includes two pillow encasements
• Bed bug, water, dust mite, allergen, and bacteria proof
• FDA registered class 1 medical device
• Fine-toothed zipper seals pillow
• Smooth Polyester
• Waterproof Polyurethane film
• Guaranteed not hot to sleep on
• 5 year factory warranty

AllerZip Smooth Review:
Protect-A-Bed prides itself in the comfort of these encasements. These pillow encasements are smooth, as the name suggests, and breath very well. Protect-A-Bed even guarantees that they are not hot to sleep on.

AllerZip’s makes its encasements out of their proprietary “smooth” polyester. This is different from the comfort-first cotton terry used by SafeRest and Sureguard.

As with any other Protect-A-Bed product, you’re investing in a proven brand name. You won’t get stiffed by some faceless company if you end up needing to use a warranty or call customer service.

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• Includes two pillow encasements
• Bed bug, water, dust mite, allergen, and bacteria proof
• Zipper seals pillow
• Polyester knit fabric
• Waterproof Polyurethane film
• 2-year Limited Manufacturers Warranty

Sleep Defense System Review:
Hospitology makes budget pillow encasement that perform very well.

You’ll have a had time finding an encasement manufacturer with more reviews. Hospitology has made a name for itself by selling budget options that do the job.

They make this pillow encasement out of a soft and breathable polyester knit. It uses a fine-toothed zipper to keep bugs out.

There are more comfortable options, but protection and a little crinkling are better than bed bugs in your pillow!

	AllerZip Smooth	SafeRest Premium	SureGuard
Lab Tested	Yes	Yes	No
FDA Registered	Yes	No	No
Zipper	Micro Zipper, Velcro, 360° Secure Design	Invisi-Zip, SureSeal, Velcro	Fine tooth zipper
Sleeping Surface	Cotton terry	Cotton terry	Cotton terry
Other Material	Cotton terry	Stretch-knit polyester sides and bottom	Polyester sides and bottom
Rating	100 / 100	80 / 100	60 / 100
Why Buy?	Best Overall	Good Value	Budget Friendly
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• Independently lab-tested bed bug entry, escape and bite proof
• Bed bug, dust mite, bacteria, allergen, and fluid proof
• FDA registered Class 1 medical device
• “Micro-Zipper technology” and 360° secure design keeps bugs in and out
• Zipper secured  with Velcro flap
• Soft and silent hypoallergenic cotton terry bite proof sleeping surface
• 100% vinyl, phthalate, and PVC free
• 10-year full replacement warranty
• Dedicated website and storefront

SafeRest Premium Review:
SafeRest’s premium line of encasements luckily includes one sized for cribs. Once again, it is the only FDA registered product of the bunch and is a Class 1 medical device at that.

The encasement comes with a full 10-year replacement warranty.

Unlike cheaper encasements, this encasement is completely made of cotton terry. It does not use any vinyl, phthalates, or PVC and is one of the most comfortable crib encasements on the market.

Its lab documentation, FDA registration, and non-toxic materials make it the best option around.

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• Bed bug, allergen, dust mite, bacteria, mildew, mold, and waterproof
• Zipper is secured with velcro flap lying directly over zipper
• “Invisi-Zip” and “SureSeal” super fine zipper keep bed bugs from getting in or out
• Soft and silent hypoallergenic cotton terry top
• 100% vinyl, phthalate, and PVC free
• Greenguard Gold certified (low chemical emissions)
• 30 day money-back guarantee
• 10-year full replacement warranty (stipulations not available online)
• No website or storefront, does not sell direct

SureGuard Crib Size Encasement Review:
SureGuard’s Premium crib encasement is a great option that ships fast. It is available on Amazon so you can stop bed bugs biting your fast.

SureGuard claims to have lab testing but we couldn’t find documentation online.

The majority of reviews are positive. There are a significant few that are not happy.

As for comfort, the surface is made of 100% cotton terry which is breathable and crinkle-free. Beneath that, the membrane is free of vinyl, PVC, and phthalates.

The encasement is also Greenguard Gold certified. This means that it emits fewer chemicals than most home goods.

SureGuard’s 30-day money-back guarantee makes this low-risk option to try. Be sure to read money-back stipulations before installing.

We recommend this encasement to anyone who needs a crib encasement fast. For a more reliable encasement, consider the SafeRest.

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• Bed bug, allergen, dust mite, bacteria, mildew, mold, and waterproof
• Zipper is secured with velcro flap lying directly over zipper
• Fine tooth zipper, no way to secure zipper
• Hypoallergenic cotton sleeping surface, sides and bottom are polyester
• 100% vinyl, phthalate, and PVC free
• “Lifetime warranty / Money-back guarantee” (see review)
• Dedicated website and storefront

CozyCuddles Crib Size Encasement Review:

The CozyCuddles brand offers this budget option. It actually comes with a free bed bug proof pillow encasement too.

Our low rating is based on what it is missing.

Their “refund policy” page is 100% generic and doesn’t mention bed bugs or cribs at all. The refund policy page also contradicts the “lifetime money-back guarantee” advertised on Amazon and their own website.

The page states that refunds are limited to 30 days.

While that may be the case, you will probably have decent luck getting a refund if you choose to buy through Amazon.

This encasement has a cotton sleeping surface. The other sides and bottom faces are polyester, which will crinkle when moved on.

It is lacking a zipper securing mechanism. This makes me suspect that bed bug protection was an afterthought meant to help with sales. Encasements meant to stop bed bugs need to be specifically designed for bed bugs.

We recommend using duct tape to seal the zipper. It’s way better than not securing it at all.

Although it may seem like a weak option, reviewers like this product on Amazon. We searched through comments mentioning bed bugs and found mostly satisfied customers.

If you choose this option, be sure to check your interceptors often for signs of bugs.

When used with bed bug interceptors, encasements turn your bed into a bed bug free fortress.

Bed bugs can survive up to 400 days without feeding. That’s why it’s important to have a quality encasement that won’t fail.

We recommend lab-tested products and encasements because they have the documentation to prove that they actually work.

If you’re looking to diagnose bites or even treat the bites, we have pages dedicated to both.

When selecting encasements, we compared products by looking at price versus function. Comfort and noise were important considerations. We decided that cotton terry was the best material for your money. More cotton terry means less crinkling and better sleep.

Protect-A-Bed and SafeRest tick all the boxes.

The AllerZip Smooth is the mattress encasement to beat. SafeRest’s entire line of mattress, box spring, pillow, and crib encasements are reliable and a little more budget-friendly.

Both share their lab results, have great zipper systems, and include generous warranties.