Mattresses
The best mattresses for side sleepers, tried and tested
Side sleepers need a supportive mattress that will keep their spine aligned without too much sinkage. We've cherry-picked the best mattresses for the job from our extensive testing
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Otty Natural Origin mattress review: Breathable, comfortable and supportive The Otty Natural Origin is a well-made pocket sprung mattress that I found comfortable from the off£1000 -
The best super king mattresses, from our tests Sleep like royalty on the best super king mattresses we’ve ever tested, including memory foam mattresses and hybrid beds-in-a-box -
The best mattresses tried and tested by us Looking for the best mattress for a good night’s sleep? These are our tested favourites for all budgets -
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Emma Original mattress (2026) review: A comfortable bargain The Emma Original mattress feels a bit too squidgy to the touch, but lying on it is a different matter – it’s quite delightful to sleep on£529 -
Best king size mattress: Spacious comfort for couples Want to buy a king size mattress, but not sure which one? We’ve tested the best foam and hybrid king mattresses from Emma, Simba and more -
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REM-Fit Pocket 1000 Hybrid mattress review: A real crowd pleaser At less than £500 for a double, the REM-Fit Pocket 1000 offers an awful lot for your money£450 -
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Simba Simbatex Cool mattress review: A budget-friendly mattress The Simbatex Cool is an affordable option from the bed-in-a-box brand. But how does it compare to its premium siblings?£399 -
The best hybrid mattresses to buy in 2026 Combining both spring and foam to give you the best of both worlds, we tested the best hybrid mattress from Emma, Simba and more -
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DreamCloud Hybrid mattress review: An affordable and supportive mattress DreamCloud’s entry-level mattress is comfortable and offers great lumbar support£499 -
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Silentnight UltraGel Miracoil Pillowtop mattress review: Impressive temperature regulation The Silentnight UltraGel Miracoil Pillowtop mattress manages to offer plenty of contouring comfort thanks to its pillowtop design, and it’s definitely a good choice for hotter sleepers£459 -
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Tempur Pro Plus SmartCool mattress review: An excellent customisable mattress The Pro Plus SmartCool is customisable, comfortable and has excellent motion isolation - but there are better options for those who sleep really hot£2599 -
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The Odd Company Blenheim 1500 mattress: A dream to sleep on This mattress packs a punch, offering supreme levels of support and comfort right from the first night you sleep on it£1545 -
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