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Five of the best mattress protectors to buy
A mattress protector is an important investment for the wellbeing of your mattress. For the very best options, check out our tried-and-tested recommendations
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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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Cuddledown ZeroMite Pillow review: A comfortable pillow that can be washed hot Cuddledown’s washable pillow is comfortable, affordable and easy to care for. But is 95°C washability everything it’s cracked up to be?£39 -
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Emma mattress protector: Whisper thin and elegantly designed The Emma mattress protector offers a secure fit and lots of size options, but its skirt isn’t as deep as some of its rivals£74 -
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Hypnos Inspired By Nature 05 mattress: Supreme comfort The Hypnos Inspired By Nature 05 blew me away for comfort and support. The princess wouldn’t be able to feel a pea under this mattress£3600 -
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Simba Natural Hybrid Escape mattress review The Simba Natural Hybrid Escape sits in the middle of Simba’s natural mattress range, but it’s anything but a middle-of-the-road choice£1799 -
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Simba Hybrid 3-in-1 duvet review: The ultimate duvet for hot sleepers? With a premium feel and neat design, there’s lots to recommend the Simba Hybrid 3-in-1 duvet, but does it actually keep sleepers cool?£349 -
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Dusk Luxury 80% Goose Down duvet review: Goose down for a decent price Dusk’s Luxury 80% Goose Down duvet is pleasantly well-priced, but it’s not the best choice for hot sleepers£140 -
The best mattresses for side sleepers, tried and tested We’ve tested a whole range of products to inform our roundup of the best mattresses for side sleepers -
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 -
Dreams Hyde & Sleep Dual Ice Pillow: All things to all people? This pillow offers both soft microfibre comfort and pressure relieving memory foam. It’s comfortable and supportive, but I couldn’t always feel the difference£70 -
Emma All Seasons Customisable Duvet review: Plush and luxurious The Emma All Seasons Customisable duvet is well priced for its quality, but the thickness of the duvets is a little inconsistent£115 -
Expert Reviews Sleep Awards 2026: The results The very best tried-and-tested products, from mattresses to pillows – plus YOUR favourite sleep brands