We’d all agree that choosing the best mattress (for our needs) is critical to sleep quality and general health.
However, buying a new mattress is also one of the most confusing purchases that we will make. With an endless number of options available, it’s no surprise that consumers are overwhelmed with choice.
Dusk&Dawn Signature Luxe – Australia’s ‘Best Luxury’ Mattress in 2024
To make your decision easier, Bedbuyer™ has compiled a list of Australia’s best mattresses in 2024. This list has been carefully compiled by Australia’s leading team of sleep experts who are all highly experienced in sleep health and mattress assessment.
So after testing over 1,600 mattresses, here is our Top 10 in 2024.
🏆 Australia’s best mattresses
1. Mattress of the Year: Dusk&Dawn Signature
2. Best Craftsmanship: Yinahla Classic
3. Best Value: Atlantis S1 Mattress
4. Best Bed in a Box: Sleep Republic
5. Best Back Care: Silent Night Onyx
6. Best Luxury: Signature Luxe
7. Best for Kids: Eco Kids Mattress
8. Recommended: Neoluxe Vantage
9. Recommended: Luxara Platinum
10. Recommended: Hypnos Balmoral
To help with your decision, we have summarised the key features of each mattress, below. We have also included links to our ‘full reviews’, as well as instructions on how to claim our exclusive (all year round) discounts!
We have also included a handy buyer’s guide at the end of this article to assist you in your search. Please leave a comment (at the bottom of this article) if you have any questions!
In addition to this list above, Bedbuyer has also compiled Australia’s Top 12 Best Mattress in a Box in 2024.
🏆 Mattress of the Year
Dusk&Dawn Signature
$2,551.12 (Queen)
After hundreds of product tests and in-depth reviews it was the Dusk&Dawn Signature that took out Australia’s most prestigious mattress award – Bedbuyer’s 2024 ‘Mattress of the Year’.
The Signature was given some enhancements in 2023 and our expert review team felt that this mattress offered the best, overall package on the market. The Signature forms part of the Dusk&Dawn range that also includes the entry-level Essential and the popular Premiere.
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The Dusk&Dawn Signature uses a lovely ‘Comfort-Stretch Premium Fabric’ on its top surface. This sits over a Dusk-Air Tech layer, an Eco-Air comfort layer, graphite memory foam, premium breath tech comfort foam, and a 5 zone mini pocket system. These components blend together beautifully to provide an absolutely divine comfort layer.
The ‘ISO Coil’ 5 zone pocket spring system is market-leading. It feels stable, robust, and should accommodate people of all sizes. It also responds nicely to normal sleep movements, ensuring that your sleep experience is first-class.
As we touched on above, this mattress offers incredible value when you consider its level of quality. Other things worth noting is the supreme edge support, temperature regulating comfort layer, and a friendly customer service team in Melbourne.
The Dusk&Dawn Signature Mattress can be ordered online through the Dusk&Dawn website. Delivery involves a special ‘white glove’ delivery service where a 2 person team will carefully place your mattress into your bedroom.
In the small chance you aren’t satisfied, this mattress comes with a free firmness adjustment, and a return/refund option to give you the ultimate peace of mind.
Here is our full review (which includes a video review).
🧵 Best Craftsmanship
Yinahla Classic Comfort
$2,834.80 (Queen)
The Yinahla mattress range personifies Australian made quality, craftsmanship, and durability. Our expert team awarded this range with Australia’s ‘Best Craftsmanship’ Award in 2024.
Yinahla has a number of options to suit almost anyone, but it was the Yinahla Classic Comfort that our expert team chose as the best ‘all round’ mattress in this collection.
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The Yinahla Classic Comfort is Australian made, and is beautifully balanced with comfort and support. It uses an elastin fabric cover that incorporates Adaptive®, BekaertDeslee technology that is specifically designed to keep you cool and dry during sleep.
This elastin fabric cover sits over an assortment of premium foams, including a layer of Yinahla’s exclusive Cloud Gel™. This foam is 76% more breathable than standard foam, and helps to enhance cooling and comfort.
These comfort foams sit over a first class, 9 zone ultra coil pocket spring system. This is possibly the best spring system on the market and will accommodate people of all sizes. As you would expect, it also offers outstanding back support with minimal partner disturbance.
The Yinahla Classic Comfort features firm edge support, thanks to a special ‘Comfort Edge Foam Box’. This structure enhances the strength of the mattress perimeter, allowing the user to use the entire mattress surface, without fear of falling off the edge.
The Yinahla Classic Comfort comes with an incredible 20 year warranty as well as a 100 night free trial period. This means that you can return the mattress for a full refund if you are not satisfied. This product also contains multiple non-toxic certifications, so you can feel safe bringing it into your home.
Here is our full review (which includes a video review).
💰 Best Value
Atlantis S1 Mattress
$1,679 (Queen)
The Atlantis S1 Mattress is a superb mattress and is one of the most cleverly designed products on the market. Perhaps what is most impressive though is its price point and it was its value proposition that earned it Australia’s ‘Best Value’ mattress award in 2024.
Its worth noting also, that the manufacturing process of the Atlantis S1 Mattress is remarkably eco-friendly. Its top cover contains a fibre called Seaqual which is made from rescued plastic waste from our oceans.
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Among its many impressive qualities, the Atlantis S1 Mattress has a brilliant customisation feature. On your initial order, you can choose from different firmness options (firm, medium, or soft). You can then request additional foam layers (at no charge) to alter the firmness of your mattress, if you are not satisfied with your initial selection.
These firmness selections can even be made on each side of the mattress, to accommodate partners who prefer different firmness levels (e.g. firm on one side, soft on the other).
The Atlantis S1 Mattress offers outstanding value when you consider its quality, comfort, and practical design. It is Australian made, and comes with a 100 night trial period (so you can return the mattress for a full refund if you are not satisfied).
📦 Best Bed in a Box
Sleep Republic Mattress
$1,175.16 (Queen)
In this highly competitive online market, it was the Sleep Republic Mattress that took out Australia’s ‘best overall’ bed in a box award in 2024.
Over the past 5-10 years, buying a ‘mattress in a box’ (or bed in a box) online has become a preferred method of bed shopping for many Aussies. Affordability, convenience, and after sale security are some of the main reasons for this surge in popularity.
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As the name suggests, a mattress in a box comes compressed in a box (by heavy machinery) to make storage and transport more economical. Once opened, they decompress to become just like any other mattress.
The Sleep Republic Mattress has a lovely balance of comfort and support. Its comfort layer contains cashmere fabric, premium memory foam, and 100% natural latex. Its high definition pocket spring system provides excellent back support with minimal partner disturbance.
The Sleep Republic Mattress offers incredible value when it consider its comfort level and build quality. It easily compares to many retail store mattresses more than double its price.
It is well backed with a 100 night free trial period, so you can return it for a refund if you are not satisfied. Sleep Republic also offers free delivery, Australia wide.
Here is our full review (which includes a video review).
👨⚕️ Best Back Care
Silent Night Onyx
$2,429 (Queen)
The concept of back care continues to be a high priority for many Aussie bed shoppers. For those looking for a mattress specifically designed for optimal back care (and support), the Silent Night Onyx was our stand out pick in 2024.
The Silent Night Onyx is Australian made by Comfort Sleep, one of Australia’s most reputable mattress manufacturers. It can be purchased in-store or online through Beds n Dreams.
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This mattress uses sophisticated technology throughout its design. Its top cover is made from an exclusive ‘ICE-TEK’ cooling knit which helps to maintain a cool and comfortable sleep temperature. This special fabric sits over a collection of premium foams, which provide smooth, light pressure relief.
As you would expect, the Silent Night Onyx contains a highly advanced spring system, namely its 10 Zone Silentpocket™ Dual Coil System. This spring unit contains a high spring count (1,740 springs, queen size) and contours beautifully to the body in all sleeping positions.
The Silent Night Onyx also comes with plenty of after sale security. Bedbuyer customers are eligible for a 100 night free firmness ‘eco’ exchange and return/refund option. Terms and conditions do apply (see below).
Here is our full review (medium version) which includes a video review.
- 100 Night Eco Exchange only applicable to Bedbuyer online metro customers.
- To quality as a Bedbuyer customer (and be eligible for a 100 Night Eco Exchange) you must click SHOP NOW and use code BUYONYX at checkout.
- Delivery cost will vary depending on your location but a typical metro delivery fee is $100. To avoid a delivery fee, the mattress can be collected from a distribution centre.
👑 Best Luxury
Dusk&Dawn Signature Luxe
$3,519.12 (Queen)
The Dusk&Dawn Signature Luxe reaches levels of quality and luxury that are rarely seen in the Australian bedding market. Fittingly, it took out Bedbuyer’s ‘Best Luxury’ mattress award in 2024.
The Signature Luxe forms the flagship model in the Dusk&Dawn range that also includes the highly acclaimed Signature and the entry level Essential. All mattresses in this range are Australian made and offer an impressive ‘white glove’ delivery service.
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The top cover of the Dusk&Dawn Signature Luxe is made of an Outlast® Thermo-Technology Surface Fabric that helps to regulate sleep temperature. This fabric sits over premium comfort materials that include a Graph-Tek Graphite Comfort Layer and a Mini Pocket Spring System.
This highly sophisticated comfort layer absorbs body weight beautifully and is supported by an Iso Coil Ultra (7 Zone) Pocket Spring System. This support structure is stable, resilient, and will accommodate people of all sizes.
Dusk&Dawn Signature Luxe has impressive edge support thanks to the Power Edge foam encasement around the perimeter. This creates a reliable sitting surface and allows the user to utilise the entire surface of the mattress.
The Dusk&Dawn Signature Luxe is available in a firm, medium, and plush version so there should be a comfort level to suit anyone. If you aren’t completely satisfied with your initial firmness selection, you can request a free firmness adjustment or even a return and refund.
🧸 Best for Kids
Eco Kids Mattress
$599 (Single)
After a thorough assessment of the kids mattress market, our expert team awarded the Eco Kids Mattress as Australia’s ‘Best Kids’ Mattress in 2024. It is specifically designed for children, and is highly certified as non-toxic.
This mattress uses natural cotton and bamboo fibres in its top cover. As these fibres are naturally hypoallergenic, this sleep surface would suit all children, but particularly those who suffer from allergies.
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The main support structure is a specially designed ‘Chiro Flex ES’ spring system. This offers excellent support for growing spines, and is strong enough to accommodate adults for considerable periods of time.
One notable feature of this mattress is its incredibly strong edge support. This means that your child can use the full surface of the mattress without fear of falling off the edge. Additionally, the strong edge can easily accommodate the sitting position during reading time.
The Eco Kids Mattress is an outstanding product and the premier mattress for kids in 2024. It is Australian made, certified non-toxic, and is competitively priced.
Here is our full review (which includes video review).
♥️ Recommended
Neoluxe Vantage Silver
$2,699 (Queen)
The Neoluxe Vantage Silver is a first class mattress that combines comfort, quality, and class. It is made in Australia by Comfort Sleep Bedding, and has held a position in Bedbuyer’s list of best mattresses for a number of years.
This mattress can be purchased in-store or online through Beds n Dreams. Delivery times and delivery fees will depend on your location.
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The Neoluxe Vantage Silver comes in a firm, medium, and plush (soft) option. Its top cover includes genuine silver thread called SilverLuxe. This silver thread has many health benefits, as well as antistatic properties.
Underneath this top cover lies an assortment of premium comfort foams. These foams are remarkably comfortable and give a distinct ‘cloud-like’ feel. The plush version is a popular choice for those who love the feel of an unmistakably soft mattress.
And of course, Bedbuyer customers are eligible for a 100 night free ‘eco’ firmness exchange and return/refund option. Terms and conditions do apply (see below).
Here is our full review (medium version) which includes a video review.
- 100 Night Eco Exchange only applicable to Bedbuyer online metro customers.
- To quality as a Bedbuyer customer (and be eligible for a 100 Night Eco Exchange) you must click SHOP NOW and use code BUYVANT at checkout.
- Delivery cost will vary depending on your location but a typical metro delivery fee is $100. To avoid a delivery fee, the mattress can be collected from a distribution centre.
♔ Recommended
Luxara Platinum Mattress
$2,099 (Queen)
The Luxara Platinum Mattress is Australian made and has a comfortable, medium-firm feel. It forms part of the Luxara mattress range that also includes the Luxara Kids Flip Mattress.
The Luxara Platinum Mattress can be conveniently ordered online with free delivery and Australia-wide shipping. Delivery times are usually between 3-10 business days, depending on your location.
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One key aspect of Luxara mattresses is that they are made to order in Australia. This means that you won’t receive old inventory (or compressed, boxed mattresses) that have been stored in a warehouse.
In terms of feel, the Luxara Platinum Mattress feels smooth, comfortable, and supportive. Its construction includes a antimicrobial bamboo fabric that sits over non-toxic, premium foam layer. The sturdy 5 zone pocket spring system also provides excellent back support.
The Luxara Platinum Mattress is a commendable product that offers excellent value. It comes with a 100 night trial period so you can return it for a refund if you are not satisfied.
💜 Recommended
Hypnos Balmoral
$5,299 (Queen)
The Hypnos Balmoral is a true mattress masterpiece and is one of the finest examples of quality in the Australian bedding market.
This mattress is made in Australia by Mattress Resources, who hold the Australian Hypnos licence. Hypnos is the only bed manufacturer to actively supply the British Royal Family and all of their palaces.
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As you would expect, this mattress feels smooth, comfortable, and opulent. It has a highly sophisticated construction that includes a silk top panel with Virase finish, cashmere, premium foams, a mini pocket spring system, and a Foam Box 9 Zone Pocket Spring system.
The foams used in this mattress are certified as non-toxic by GECA (Good Environmental Choice Australia) and the product itself comes with a 15 year warranty.
The Hypnos Balmoral is an outstanding mattress that easily compares to other luxury mattresses far more expensive. Bedbuyer customers are eligible for a free ‘eco’ firmness exchange and return/refund option. Terms and conditions do apply (see below).
Here is our full review (of the medium version).
- 100 Night Eco Exchange only applicable to Bedbuyer online metro customers.
- To quality as a Bedbuyer customer (and be eligible for a 100 Night Eco Exchange) you must click SHOP NOW and use code BUYBALM at checkout.
- Delivery cost will vary depending on your location but a typical metro delivery fee is $100. To avoid a delivery fee, the mattress can be collected from a distribution centre.
As we mentioned at the start of this article, buying a new mattress is one of the most difficult and confusing purchases you will make. With so many stores and products to consider, it’s totally normal to be overwhelmed by choice.
A buyer’s guide in 2024
Below is a compact buyer’s guide for anyone looking to buy a new mattress in 2024. If you want to dive even deeper into this process, you can view our complete and comprehensive buyer’s guide.
How much should I spend?
Generally speaking, you can get a very good mattress for between $1,000 – $2,000 (queen size). As noted though, this is a general guide and getting the right mattress will depend on your individual situation, not just price.
As you might expect, there are also some excellent products in the $2,000 – $3,000 range, but our team does not believe you have to spend thousands and thousands of dollars to get a great mattress.
You can read more about pricing in our article linked here.
What bed size is best?
Deciding on the size of your bed (and mattress) is a critical part of the buying process. It is important that you measure your bedroom to ensure that the bed size you desire fits nicely into the space.
Australian bed (mattress) sizes in 2024
There are certainly advantages to sleeping on a large bed (e.g. king size) but again, this must be considered in context of bedroom space as well as access space (doors and stairs).
Most mattresses are available in queen and king sizes, with many also available in single, king single, and doubles sizes. Long single and super king options are far less common.
You can read more about Australian bed (mattress) sizes here.
Room size vs bed size
Below is a list of room size recommendations for each bed size.
Please note that these are general recommendations and choosing a bed size (based on room size) will depend on your personal situation and personal preference.
BED SIZE | ROOM SIZE |
Single | 2.5m x 3.0m |
Long Single | 2.6m x 3.2m |
King Single | 2.6m x 3.2m |
Double | 3.2m x 3.4m |
Queen | 3.0m x 4.0m |
King | 3.2m x 4.2m |
Super King | 3.5m x 4.5m |
Room size recommendations will also depend on additional furniture (bedside tables, benches, chairs, sofas etc) that you wish to include in your bedroom.
The configuration of the bedroom in terms of wardrobes and windows will also influence what bed size is suitable.
Should I buy in-store or online?
Buying a mattress in-store involves you walking into a store, deciding on your mattress, and making your purchase. It is the traditional method of shopping that we are all familiar with.
Buying online means that you can purchase from the comfort of your own home. Although you may not be able to try the mattress before you buy, this method comes with several important benefits.
Firstly, many online mattresses offer incredible value when compared with retail store mattresses. This is possible as online companies don’t have the overhead costs that traditional retail stores do.
Many online mattresses offer incredible value when compared with retail store mattresses.
Additionally when you buy online, the mattress typically comes with a trial period (e.g. 100 nights). This means that you can return the product for a refund if you are not satisfied.
You can read more about the pros and cons of each purchasing method in our article linked here.
What type of mattress should I go for?
There are 3 main types of mattresses on the market today. These are:
- Innerspring mattresses
- Foam mattresses
- Latex mattresses
Innerspring mattresses contain a network of metal coils (springs) as the main structure of the mattress. These are the most common type of mattress on the market, and are often more supportive and durable than foam or latex mattresses.
As the name suggests, foam mattresses are made entirely of foam components. Foam products typically have a dense, spongy feel, and may have less partner disturbance than some innerspring mattresses.
Latex mattresses are made predominantly from latex – a naturally occurring substance that is found in mature rubber trees. Latex has a characteristic bouncy feel, and is sometimes used in mattresses, mattress toppers, and pillows.
To read about the pros and cons of each main mattress type, you can jump to our article linked here.
What firmness is best?
Deciding on the correct mattress firmness is specific to each individual. With this in mind, we are cautious about applying general guidelines when recommending firmness levels.
Many people have a sense of what firmness they prefer (e.g. firm or soft), but firmness recommendations often relate to sleeping position/s.
For example, a side sleeper may be better suited to a softer mattress, whereas back sleepers often prefer a firmer mattress. We have found though that a ‘medium’ or ‘medium-firm’ feel are popular firmness options, as they provide a nice balance of comfort and support.
To read more about firmness levels, jump to section 7 in our Complete Buyer’s Guide in 2024.
What about a bed base?
If you’re looking to buy a new mattress, you may also need a new bed base. Your bed base is a very important part of your bed system, so this must also be considered carefully.
There are several different types of bed bases (e.g. ensemble base, bed frame, adjustable base) but we almost always recommend that the slats on the bed base are ‘rigid’ (not flexible).
Rigid slats provide a much stronger foundation for your mattress and should increase the performance and longevity of your product. It’s worth noting also that flexible slats (also called posture slats) will often void the mattress warranty.
Here is our list of Australia’s Top 10 Bed Bases in 2024.
Is my new mattress non-toxic?
It is quite normal for new products (e.g. furniture, clothing, carpet) to have a ‘new smell’. Some people may be sensitive to these odours, in which case we would recommend airing them out (e.g. opening windows) to release the new product smell.
Many mattresses today possess non-toxic certifications. These certifications indicate that the product has undergone independent testing for harmful chemicals, and has been deemed safe for human use.
Similarly, many mattresses hold eco-friendly certifications. These reflect that the product has been assessed and certified for its minimal environmental impact.
You can read more about the major mattress certifications in our article linked here.
Delivery times and costs
Delivery times will vary greatly depending on the product you buy, your location, and stock availability.
Some online companies (e.g. Koala) offer an impressive same-day delivery, whereas retail store mattresses may take 4-6 weeks to arrive.
If you buy online, delivery is often free of charge, whereas retail stores have a typical delivery fee of $100.
Finance options
A new bed is a considerable expense and is not something that is budgeted for.
If you are not in a position to buy a new bed in full, most bedding companies offer finance options to help you manage the cost of your purchase.
Some of the popular finance options offered by bedding retailers include Afterpay, Zip, and Humm. Here is our summary of the major interest free payment options available in Australia. Be sure to check with the relevant company to see what finance options they offer.
As always, we recommend that you use finance sensibly. Please check the terms and conditions before you use a finance service.
Warranties
Almost all mattresses will come with a warranty that should cover faulty workmanship or materials. A typical length of a warranty for a mattress over $1,000 (queen size) is 10 years.
As we mentioned earlier, many warranties will require a certain type of bed base (e.g. with rigid slats) for the warranty to be valid, so make sure you check the details of the warranty before buying.
It’s worth noting that warranties won’t usually cover you if you decide on an unsuitable product (e.g. too firm or too soft). This emphasises the importance of taking your time when when making your selection in-store.
A few expert tips
Here are a few handy tips from our experts, once you have purchased your mattress!
- Use a mattress protector – this is possibly the best thing you can do to keep your bed clean.
- Rotate your mattress every 3-6 months – this may help to increase the longevity of your product.
- Use a doona/quilt that is the next size up – e.g. if you have a queen size bed, use a king size doona.
Still lost?
We understand that choosing a new mattress can be overwhelming. If you would like to read further, check out our Complete Buyer’s Guide in 2024. This contains all the information you will need before buying a new bed!
We hope that this list above narrows down your search, but if you have any questions for our expert team, please comment below (at the bottom of this article).
We are here to help you find your perfect bed!
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