Finding the best mattress in a box is certainly a challenge in 2020. With over 130 options on the market, it’s no wonder that making a final decision is so confusing.
A ‘mattress in a box’ is simply a mattress that has been compressed by heavy machinery to fit (rolled or folded) into a box. This makes storage and transport more economical, and also makes it easier to place it into your home.
These products can be conveniently ordered online and will be delivered to your door, often within just a few days. Once you unpack your mattress, it will decompress to become just like most other mattresses. Contrary to popular belief, the majority of mattress in a box products in Australia (54%) are spring mattresses. There are plenty of ‘full foam’ options as well (43%) and a small handful of full latex products (3%).
These products are also known as ‘bed in a box’ products, and they have significantly changed the way that Australians shop for mattresses. The concept has become so popular in Australia that there is now an overwhelming amount of choice. Just check out how many brands there are available today!
There is no secret as to why the mattress in a box craze has exploded in Australia. They’re affordable, delivery is free, and if you’re not satisfied you can get a full refund through their ‘free trial period’ system. A typical trial period is 100 nights, and allows you to really ‘try before you buy’.
Bedbuyer™ is Australia’s largest sleep and bedding website. Our team of qualified health professionals and sleep experts test mattresses in ‘real life’, and are all experienced in clinical patient care and mattress assessment. Bedbuyer has now tested over 1500 mattresses, including more than 130 ‘bed in a box’ products.
So what are the best mattress in a box options on the market? Bedbuyer’s expert team gives you our top 10 picks in 2020! Be sure also to read to the end for a few handy hints before you buy!
Australia’s best mattress in a box
- Best Overall : Sleep Republic
- Best Bang for Buck : Noa Mattress
- Best Comfort : Macoda Mattress
- Best Back Support : Eva Mattress
- Best Design : Sleeping Duck
- Best Memory Foam : Ergoflex
- Recommended : Peacelily Mattress
- Recommended : Emma Mattress
- Recommended : And Sleep Prime
- Recommended : Zen Sleep Hybrid
To make your decision easier, we have discussed the key features of each mattress below. We have also included links to our ‘full reviews’ and instructions on how to claim our exclusive discounts!
🥇 Best Overall
Sleep Republic Mattress – $1036* (Queen)
With so many great products in this online market, choosing the best was an arduous task for our review team. Nevertheless, we were very comfortable in awarding the Sleep Republic Mattress as Australia’s premier mattress in a box in 2020.
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The Sleep Republic Mattress is very well made and easily compares to many retail store mattresses more than double its price. Its comfort layer contains a lovely cashmere fabric, premium memory foam, and 100% natural latex. Its ‘high definition’ pocket spring system provides outstanding back support and produces minimal partner disturbance.
This mattress has very good edge support and is also well ventilated through its breathable ‘spacer fabric’ which covers the sides of the mattress. It is also well backed with a 100 night free trial period, and can be delivered free, anywhere in Australia. Here is our full review which includes a video review.
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💰 Best Bang for Buck
Noa Mattress – $749* (Queen)
The Noa Mattress offers incredible value and it’s no surprise our review team awarded it as Australia’s ‘Best Bang for Buck’ mattress in a box in 2020. The Noa Mattress forms the mid-range option in Noa’s mattress collection that also includes the Noa Lite ($599) and the Noa Luxe ($1199).
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The Noa Mattress has a distinct modern vibe, that uses a simple yet effective design. Its comfort layers consist of a TENCEL™ fabric, premium latex, and gel infused memory foam. This top layer offers lovely pressure relief in all sleeping positions, and absorbs body weight smoothly. These comfort layers sit over a sturdy pocket spring system that offers very good support, and is adequate for people of most sizes.
This mattress comes with a 100 night trial period and a 15 year warranty – a clear statement from Noa that it has the highest confidence in the quality and durability of its products. Here is our full review which includes a video review.
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☁️ Best Comfort
Macoda Mattress – $935* (Queen)
The Macoda Mattress has a medium-plush feel that comes with an irresistible level of comfort. Fittingly, our review team awarded it with Australia’s ‘Best Comfort’ mattress in a box in 2020. Softer feel bed in a box options are difficult to come by, so this was a stand out in the area of comfort.
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The Macoda Mattress uses a special bamboo fabric for its top cover, which feels absolutely divine. This cover sits over layers of natural latex and gel memory foam, which create a smooth and luxurious sleeping surface. This mattress also has a clever, ‘customisable’ design, meaning that you can swap the layers of latex and memory foam to select the firmness that you prefer.
This mattress has a solid support system, namely its a 5-zone pocket spring system. This spring unit offers excellent back support, as well as a nice level of responsiveness to normal sleep movements. The Macoda Mattress is backed with a 100 night free trial and a 10 year warranty. Here is our full review which includes a video review.
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🛌 Best Back Support
Eva Mattress – $750* (Queen)
The Eva Mattress has become one of the most popular bed in a box products in Australia. And after a close look, it’s easy to see why. It is a great ‘all-rounder’ that offers excellent value. It also excels in the area of back support, and for this reason, our team awarded it Australia’s ‘Best Back Support’ mattress in a box in 2020.
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The Eva Mattress has one of the most robust spring systems in this market, and this will be noticeable when you receive your mattress. A queen size mattress weighs 55kgs, but this is a small drawback when you consider the benefits of a strong and dependable support system. It can accomodate up to 400kgs and so should be adequate for people of all shapes and sizes.
The 5 zone pocket spring system is topped with a nice mix of memory foam, latex, and a high density foam. The Eva Mattress also has good edge support, and has the reassurance of a 120 night trial period, and a 12 year warranty. Here is our full review which includes a video review.
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✎ Best Design
Sleeping Duck Mattress – $1649* (Queen)
The Sleeping Duck Mattress comes with an incredible level of customisation, meaning that you can adjust your mattress to find your ideal firmness level. More specifically, you can change the firmness on each side of the mattress (if you and your partner have different preferences), and even in different body sections (if you require different levels of support in different areas).
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The Sleeping Duck Mattress is well made and uses a Multi-zone pocket spring system that should be strong enough for most people. Its comfort layer consists of an ‘AntiGravity Surface Foam’ and a ‘ComponentAdapt Customisation’ layer that combine well to offer a nice level of comfort. The mattress also comes with a ‘BreatheTech’ cover that is removable and washable, another clever piece of engineering from Sleeping Duck.
This mattress is a revolutionary product that still remains unmatched in terms of its versatility and firmness specificity. It comes with a 100 night trial period, 10 year warranty, and can be delivered (free) Australia-wide. Our ‘best design’ award in this category was an easy one, as Sleeping Duck was the clear stand out in terms of design and usability in 2020. Here is our full review which includes a video review.
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💭 Best Memory Foam
Ergoflex Mattress – $1049.30* (Queen)
If you love the unique feel of memory foam, you can’t go past the Ergoflex Mattress in 2020. As you can see, we awarded it Australia’s ‘Best Memory Foam’ mattress in a box in 2020. Interestingly, the Ergoflex Mattress was actually the very first bed in a box product launched in Australia (all the way back in 2010). Ergoflex really was a pioneer in the online mattress market!
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The Ergoflex Mattress has a distinct firm and dense feel, and certainly doesn’t dip or sag. It contains a generous layer (9cm) of premium memory foam, thicker than any other memory foam layer in the online market.
This mattress is a great alternative to more expensive memory foam options (such as Tempur mattresses), and is compatible with an adjustable bed base. It comes with a handy 30 day free trial and a 10 year warranty. Here is our full review which includes a video review.
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🌱 Recommended
Peacelily Mattress – $1249* (Queen)
The Peacelily Mattress (previously named the Fern Mattress) is made from 100% natural materials (latex and organic cotton), and is highly certified as eco-friendly and non-toxic. It is comfortable, supportive, and reasonably priced.
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This mattress is also very versatile. By simply flipping the mattress over, you can choose either a firm or medium feel option. You can also purchase (separately) the Peacelily Mattress Topper to create a plush (softer) version of the mattress. Here is our full review.
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🌙 Recommended
Emma Mattress – $665.25* (Queen)
The Emma Mattress is an exciting newcomer to the Australian market and holds a number of awards in Europe. It has unique foam construction that is lightweight and amazingly strong and supportive.
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This mattress uses a 7 zone, ‘pressure relieving foam’ as well as a ventilated cover that contains breathable fabric. It is very well-priced and definitely worthy of consideration for those looking for a great value, supportive mattress. Here is our full review which includes a video review.
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✓ Recommended
And Sleep Prime – $1339.60* (Queen)
The And Sleep Prime is one of the best mattress in a box products on the market and offers incredible value when you consider its premium construction. It contains a comfort layer made from premium foams and its ‘AdaptX Independent Spring System’ provides supreme back support.
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This mattress comes with a solid 100 night trial period and a 15 year warranty. It is also well certified as non-toxic by CertiPUR-US® and the Oeko-Tex Standard 100, two of the world’s leading authorities in foam and fabric testing. Here is our full review.
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💤 Recommended
Zen Sleep Hybrid Mattress – $695* (Queen)
The Zen Sleep Hybrid Mattress offers excellent value and its comfort layer of latex and memory foam provides smooth pressure relief. Its pocket spring system provides good support and responsiveness.
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This mattress comes with a solid 100 night trial period and a 10 year warranty. To add to its already strong value proposition, it also comes with 2 free pillows, and a free mattress protector! Here is our full review.
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Handy hints before you buy
There are many things to consider when buying a new mattress. When it comes to buying a mattress online, it’s important that we are aware of some of the details involved with your purchase. Here are a few handy hints to keep in mind!
Pricing
The average mattress in a box in Australia sells for just over $1000 (Queen size). As you can see from our list above, there is some variation in pricing, but we would recommend choosing a mattress based on your needs and preferences, rather than on price alone.
Trial periods
The vast majority of mattress in a box in Australia come with a ‘free trial period’. This means that once you have purchased your mattress, you can return it for a full refund if it doesn’t work for you. This allows you to really ‘try before you buy’.
A typical trial period for a bed in a box is 100 nights (just over 3 months). There have been some small changes to some trial periods due to COVID-19, so make sure that you are clear on these changes before you buy.
Warranties
Almost all mattress in a box will come with a warranty that should cover any major product defects. Some warranties will only cover indentations (body impressions) beyond a certain depth measurement (e.g. 30mm) so it’s best to check and see exactly what each warranty covers. A typical length of warranty for a mattress in a box is 10 years.
Still need help?
Buying a mattress online (without trying it out) may seem unusual, but it has become a hugely popular method of bed shopping in Australia. If you would like to read further, check out our Complete Buyer’s Guide for buying a new mattress in 2020. This contains all the information you will need before buying a new bed!
If you have any questions for our team, comment below or please contact us. We are here to help you find your best mattress in a box!
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Thank you for sharing these options!
You’re very welcome Keith! Hope that they help you in your selection. Regards, the Bedbuyer team
Hi very confused about
Which to go for.. like the hybrid and want up get a queen and two singles. I am a side sleeper and have a hip injuy which causes pain. I’m tossing in between Eva and sleep republic .. around same price
Hi Vanessa,
The Sleep Republic is a little more comfortable than the Eva Mattress so may be a better option if you are a side sleeper. I have linked our review of the Sleep Republic Mattress here for you – https://bedbuyer.com.au/sleep-republic-mattress …but let us know if you want to discuss further. The Bedbuyer team
Hi
I’m after the softest mattress I can find and wondered if the Macoda was softer than the Sleep Republic?
I’m a side sleeper on a medium Sleeping Duck and finding it way to firm.
Thank you
Hi Dani,
Happy to help. The Macoda Mattress is similar in firmness to the Sleeping Duck (medium) version. The Sleep Republic Mattress is firmer than both the Macoda and Sleeping Duck (medium version).
One of the softest mattress in a box products we have tested is the Deep Dream Premium Mattress – our full review is linked here.
Alternatively, the Silent Night London (Plush) at Beds n Dreams is very soft and comfortable. Our full review is linked here.
Hope that helps but let us know if you have any further queries.
The Bedbuyer team
Stuck between the Eva and the Noa mattress…..please help!
From my research the Eva mattress is the only hybrid mattress that seems to have 2 different spring systems: micro-springs and pocket springs, compared to the rest of the market which seems to only have pocket springs. Is the addition of the micro-springs a significant factor?
Contemplating as both seem to be very similar apart from this. I’ve put off ordering a mattress because was unsure but I’ve noticed that the Eva has increased price (I remembered it used to be around $750 + a $150 discount but now is $900 + a $100 discount). Just wondering between the Eva and Noa which one to go for and why the Eva was chosen as the overall best mattress instead?
Hi Grace,
Thanks for visiting Bedbuyer!
More than happy to help – as you mentioned the Eva Mattress has a layer of microsprings (in addition to the pocket springs). This helps with ventilation and body contouring. Plus it should also help with longevity / durability as it is the foams that will degrade over time, not so much the springs.
We have had the Eva Mattress listed on Bedbuyer for several years, and it did have a recent price increase from $850 (queen) to $900, both with a $100 coupon. There are some occasional special offers, but otherwise the Eva Mattress price hasn’t changed too much.
We found the Eva Mattress to be better built, has better edge support, and better comfort (compared with the Noa). And only for a little extra spend, we found the Eva to be better than the Noa overall. The Noa is still a great buy for the price though. For your reference, the Eva Mattress product page is linked here if you decide to buy – http://bit.ly/EvaMattress
Hope that helps but let us know if you have any further queries!
Kind regards,
The Bedbuyer team
Hi Mark, thought it was easier to send you an email to discuss further (Please check junk mail/spam as our email might not be recognised). Kind regards, the Bedbuyer team.
Do any of these companies remove your old mattress
Hi Maxine, none of the mattress in a box companies remove old mattresses (to our knowledge) but Sherman sell a very nice mattress range (not a mattress in a box, but online with 100 night trial). Do you live in a metro area of Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane? Kind regards, the Bedbuyer team
Dear Bedbuyer,
I like the features of the Eva mattress, but worry that it will wear out quicker because it is not double-sided and cannot be flipped over each week. Is there a double-sided mattress, with all of the Eva’s features, that comes in a box?
Thanks,
Scott
Hi Scott,
We have tested over 1500 mattresses and the vast majority only have a comfort layer on one side, meaning that there are very few mattresses these days that can be ‘flipped over’. So in answer to your question, there is not a mattress in a box (we have tested over 100) that is double sided unfortunately. The Eva Mattress has a 12 year warranty and should last many years.
Here is their shop page for your reference: http://bit.ly/EvaMattress
Let us know if you have any further questions. Keep us posted!
The Bedbuyer team
stuck between a Sleeping duck / sleep republic / Fern green
Side sleeper mostly with some back pain , want no partner disturbance and tend to prefer firm edge and a firmer type mattress the old pillow top was a killer , Garry
Hi Garry,
Based on what you mentioned, I would suggest the Sleep Republic Mattress as a starting point. Very well made with a nice medium / firm feel. Excellent support and nice pressure relief for a side sleeper. I have linked our review here for your reference: https://bedbuyer.com.au/sleep-republic-mattress/
Any queries, please let us know!
Kind regards, the Bedbuyer team
What did you end up with I’m currently looking at the moment
Hi WE are looking to replace our Sealy Posturepadic plush mattress with a bed in a box. We are both 70 and side or back sleepers. There are so many brands. We have read a lot of reviews and at present this Sleep republic, Eva and Sleeping Duck sound ok for our needs. We do not like a very firm bed. We would welcome your advice
thank you
L and B
Hi Lorraine,
I would recommend starting with the Sleeping Duck Mattress in a medium feel which is quite soft and very comfortable. The Sleep Republic and Eva are both very good mattresses but are more of a medium / firm feel. Let us know how you go!
The Bedbuyer team
Hi, I sleep in every which position during the night constantly turning with pain as i sleep on my sides and change sides during the night to ease the pain. I also suffer from an over-arch in my back making it also a ain to sleep with. So really I just wasn’t sure what would be the softest and comfiest?
thanks 🙂
Hi Larni,
Sorry to hear you’re having some pain during sleep. Out of the 100 plus mattress in a box products that we have tested, we rated the Macoda Mattress as the most comfortable. It also allows you to adjust the firmness by switching around the foam comfort layers. For your reference, our full review of the Macoda Mattress is linked here – https://bedbuyer.com.au/macoda-mattress/
Please don’t hesitate if you have any queries!
Kind regards,
The Bedbuyer team
Hi!
I am hoping you can help me choose a mattress. I’ve had an Eva Mattress for some time but its a little too firm for me, and I also don’t like the ribbed surface of the mattress (the deep stitching lines mean the top of the mattress has a ‘wavy’ look).
Can you recommend a mattress with a slightly softer feel than Eva (only a bit.. we don’t want super soft) and a flatter top with no top-stitching?
Thanks!
Hi Steph,
Thanks for visiting Bedbuyer!
Sorry to hear your Eva Mattress is a bit firm and that the surface of the mattress is not to your preference.
Our best recommendation would be the Sleeping Duck Mattress, ordered in a firm feel. It is slightly softer than the Eva Mattress and its surface is nice and flat. Our full review of the Sleeping Duck Mattress is linked here – https://bedbuyer.com.au/sleeping-duck-mattress/
Let us know your thoughts and happy to discuss further.
Kind regards,
The Bedbuyer team
Hi, did you buy a sleeping duck ? I’m torn between many different mattresses. I was Keen on the EVA. But I’m a side sleeper and my hips hurt with a firmer mattress.
Considering you’ve had an EVA and now wanting something softer I’d be curious what you thoughts are on your choice l.
All the best, I hope to hear from you,
Cheri
Hi there,
Could you please recommend a mattress for us… we’ve slept on a firm futon for over 15 years and prefer a firm mattress with a little comfort as we get older ;)? Thanks
Hi Ruby, I would suggest either the Sleep Republic Mattress or the Eva Mattress. Both are very nice ‘medium-firm’ options with the Eva Mattress being just slightly firmer. Both of these options are included in our list above. Any queries let us know! The Bedbuyer team
Hi there, can you use the sleep republic mattress on an adjustable/electric bed? Looking at buying two long singles.
Cheers, Danny
Hi Danny,
Unfortunately we don’t recommend the Sleep Republic Mattress (or most other mattress in a box for that matter) to go on an adjustable base. Its springs are not designed to bend to 90 degrees. I have sent you an email with an alternative and to discuss further. Kind regards, the Bedbuyer team
Hi
I am looking for a queen size mattress. I currently have an IKEA Hokkasen medium firm but its too firm for me. I sleep on my side and back. My hips and back tend to ache and I toss and turn a lot. I would like to find a softer and something that is supportive. I have a neck soft tissue injury. I have dunlopillo luxurious pillow.
Hi Bedbuyer
Please HELP! so many options…i’m sure I’ve not managed to check them all, but i am stuck.
Sleeping duck (I like, but price putting me off sadly), Eva, Ecosa, Onebed. Like i said, I’ve not manged to look at them all yet, there may be a better option.
Partner and I are both side and/or back sleepers, occasional tummy sleepers. Both suffer from shoulder and back pain and so badly need to replace our current mattress. The thought of a firm mattress puts me off, (perhaps its just the word firm) never had a memory foam type bed, always just the spring ones.
Any help, greatly appreciated!
Hi Shene,
Thanks for providing that information. We’ve emailed you!
Look forward to hearing from you 🙂
The Bedbuyer team
We’ve had an Ecosa and a Koala mattress, both got depressions after 12-18mths and we are both fairly light at 65 & 75kgs. Have been considering the Fern thinking latex might be more durable long term. We both like a firm bed and want something that doesn’t develop depressions. Would the Fern fit the bill.
Hi Ron,
Thanks for visiting Bedbuyer!
Sorry to hear your Koala and Ecosa Mattresses have developed impressions.
The Fern Mattress would much less likely develop impressions – latex is more durable / resilient than most foams (like you find in the Koala or Ecosa). The Fern Mattress allows you to flip the mattress over so you can choose between a firm or medium version.
To search prices, the Fern Mattress shop page is linked here for you.
Let us know how you go!
Kind regards,
The Bedbuyer Team
Our mattress, which we need to replace, is part of an ensemble. The lower half of the ensemble seems ok. Can we put a bed-in-a-box mattress on the ensemble base or do we need to buy a new solid base?
Hi Brian,
Yes, if your ensemble base is in good condition, it should be fine to place a new mattress on your existing base.
Hope that helps but let us know if you have any further queries!
Kind regards,
The Bedbuyer team
Hello, soo happy i came across this!
Do you think I could put one of the bed in box you recommend ( im leaning towards trying the Eva or sleep republic) on a split king base? (would it make a rise in the middle and sunk on each side, as it esstially two bed bases (with some springs) side-by-side)
Thankyou
Hi Aqua,
Thanks for visiting Bedbuyer!
Yes either the Sleep Republic Mattress or Eva Mattress should go fine on a spilt King base. Both mattresses are very robust and have a weight capacity of 400kgs.
Would love to hear what you decide on!
The Bedbuyer Team
Im looking to buy a double mattress and was looking at the Koala, but after much reading (I didnt realise there were so many) Im looking at the Eva. This is for my 13yr old son.
Hi Lisa,
Yes the Eva Mattress (in a double size) would be ideal for kids / teenagers. It is well-certified as non-toxic and offers great support for growing spines. Eva has a special end of financial year offer at the moment ($150 off). To claim this discount, simply click on this link and your discount will be added automatically.
Let us know how it all goes!
The Bedbuyer team
Hi,
Been doing LOTS of research.. my main goal is to have a non toxic bed. I normally have had a furnish mattress with a memory foam pillow top and I love the softness if the pillow top (I can’t do firm)
I’ve been really interested in fern however I’m worried I won’t get the memory foam feel in their pillow top. What would you recommend?
Hi Kerri,
Happy to assist – all of the mattresses in this list have been certified as ‘non-toxic’. We discuss some of the major non-toxic certifications in this article linked here.
If you’re after a softer feel mattresses with a ‘memory foam’ pillow top, one that we would recommend is the Sherman Mattress (Full Body Hug). It is technically not a ‘mattress in a box’ but you do have a 100 night trial. Sherman do not use toxic chemicals – are you in their delivery zone?
The Fern Mattress (with topper) is a nice softer feel option but as it is made from 100% latex, it may not give you the memory foam feel that you’re after. Having said that, it is very comfortable.
Hope that helps but please let us know if you have any further queries.
The Bedbuyer team
Now I am leaning towards the Sleep Republic, do you think this would be the better option or Eva equally as good
Regards
Lisa
Hi again Lisa,
If you can spend a bit more, the Sleep Republic is certainly worth the extra spend. As you can see though, both mattresses are outstanding at their respective price points.
Would always be interested to hear what you go for!
The Bedbuyer team
Hi. First off, thank you for providing such an in-depth review of each mattress. It has really helped me and my wife in narrowing down our choice. We are currently looking to replace our Queen Koala with a King mattress. I am a free-style sleeper while my wife prefers to sleep on her side. We are looking for something that has medium firmness. Any recommendations? Thank you.
Hi Asad,
Thanks for visiting Bedbuyer and we appreciate your kind words!
Based on what you said, the Sleep Republic Mattress would definitely be one to consider – our full review is linked here.
Let us know how you go!
The Bedbuyer team
Hi, thank you very much for your quick response and for your suggestion. We were thinking of going for either the Eva or Sleep Republic, leaning towards the former since, from what we’ve read, the Sleep Republic is on the softer side. We feel that our Koala is currently a bit softer than we like. If we were looking for something that is slightly firmer than a Koala, would you still recommend the Sleep Republic over the Eva? Thanks once again!
Hi again Asad,
We found the Sleep Republic Mattress and Eva Mattress to be similar in terms of firmness.
If you’re after something ‘slightly firmer’ than the Koala Mattress, I would go for the Sleep Republic Mattress (over the Eva).
Hope that helps but would always be interested to hear what you decide on!
The Bedbuyer team
Hi there!
I just wanted to let you know that we went ahead with the Eva after a lot of deliberation because the list of features for that price point were unmatched. I want to thank you very much for your insight, and for your invaluable guidance. It has really helped us a lot in making our decision! Keep up the fantastic work!
Thanks for the update Asad, and very glad we could help!
The Bedbuyer team
Thanks for the review,
Is there a noticable difference between Eva and Zen Hybrid?
Thanks
Hi Shahill,
We found the Eva Mattress to be a tad firmer and definitely more solid (better build quality) than the Zen Sleep Hybrid Mattress.
Both mattresses are excellent at their respective price points but the Eva Mattress is definitely worth the extra spend.
Hope that helps and would always like to know what you decide on!
The Bedbuyer team
Hi there,
Tossing up between NOA and EVA. I’ve slept on a firm mattress for 15 years. Is Eva too firm? Or more of a medium to firm. Does the layer of foam make it a plush sort of feel? I don’t have any foam layer at the moment.
Hi Maya,
We rated the Eva Mattress as a ‘medium-firm’ feel at about 7 / 10 firmness (with 10 being the firmest). The Eva Mattress does have a layer of memory foam and latex in the top layer which does give it some comfort but we wouldn’t say a plush feel.
We found the NOA Mattress slightly softer than the Eva Mattress.
Another medium-firm mattress worth considering is the Emma Mattress. Our full review is linked here.
Hope that helps but let us know if you have any further queries!
The Bedbuyer team
Hi Bedbuyer team,
I’m hoping you can help me choose between the Sherman “Just Perfect” and the Sleep Republic Mattress.. I am a light side sleeper ~55kg and my husband is a heavier ~90kg back sleeper so looking for a medium-firm mattress with good comfort layers on top to support us both..
Thanks 😀
Nat
Hi Nat,
Happy to help – just confirming that you are in the delivery zone for Sherman? You can check your postcode on this link here.
Even if you are in the delivery zone for Sherman, based on the details you have provided, we would lean towards the Sleep Republic Mattress as it is slightly firmer and would likely suit you and your husband better.
Hope that helps!
Kind regards,
The Bedbuyer team
Hello loved reading the reviews it has helped me understand a lot about mattress’s in a box. I unfortunately have just missed the EOFY sales, I was going to buy either the Eva or the Zen sleep mattress although now the eva has gone back up to $900 and I think is on a pre order basis now which I’m unsure of what that means? The zen sleep hybrid mattress is also sold out. So I’m in a bit of a pickle as my partner and I currently have NO mattress so wondering if you could recommend a mattress similar to the eva and the zen? Something specifically good support for shoulder and back pain and joint pain and also side sleepers, Thank you!
Hi Jenaya,
Thanks for your kind words and happy to help!
Firstly the Eva Mattress is currently $800 (Queen size, using our coupon BEDBUYER100). Pre-order just means it is out of stock but you can still place your order now and it will be sent as soon as new stock arrives (should be a few weeks).
The Zen Sleep Hybrid Mattress is also out of stock for the time being with no pre-orders available.
The best next option would be the Naptime 2.0 Mattress (Queen size $809.10 using coupon BED-BUYER). Very nice medium feel, great support and perhaps even more suited for your situation than the Eva and Zen Sleep. Our full review is linked here for you.
Hope that helps but let us know if you have any further queries!
The Bedbuyer team
Hi bedbuyer,
I bought the Eva mattress recently and found that the top memory foam layer made it hard to toss and turn at night because of the skinking feeling. It also started to give me a lower back pain in the morning. I tried the Ecosa before with the latex foam on top and found it ok but the edge support. Can you please advise if i can remedy this with a latex topper or would you recommend another hybrid with latex on top. Thanks
Hi Leo,
The Eva Mattress actually has a layer of latex in the top layer (along with memory foam) but sounds like it is still a bit soft for you. If you wanted something firmer than the Eva, the Zen Sleep Memory Foam Mattress is firmer than the Eva Mattress and would be our next best recommendation – our full review is linked here.
Keep in mind that most ‘hybrid’ mattresses will have latex and memory foam in the top layer.
Let us know your thoughts!
The Bedbuyer team
Thanks – the highest (softer feel) sitting mattress from our top 10 list above (30cm) would be the Sleeping Duck Mattress in a medium version.
Alternatively, the Sherman Mattress (Full Body Hug) would also be one to consider (30cm) assuming you are in their delivery zone.
Have a look at those and let us know how you go!
The Bedbuyer team
Hi there Bedbuyer team,
I love your site, honest & extremely informative!!
Could you please offer any advice regarding the Eva & Optimal Support (not in the top 10) mattress.
The Optimal Support is the cost affective option between the two, and apart from this obvious difference what other differences make the Eva the better mattress?
It’s support and overall quality I’m looking for, I need a mattress that will last, I have lower back pain which I associate with the current mattress…..and wall support is a concern….I don’t want to fall out of bed 😀
I tend sleep on my back more and my wife sleeps on both her back and side.
Also I would Ideally like to purchase an Australian made mattress made from Australian materials.
Just a small request…..keep up the top work!!
Kindest regards,
Hi Derek,
Thanks for your kind words, we appreciate it!
One thing to consider is that the Optimal Support Mattress doesn’t currently have a trial period. The Eva Mattress has a 120 night trial period so you can get a refund if you don’t love it.
We found the Eva Mattress to be slightly more stable and solid which accounts for why we rated it higher.
Unfortunately almost all mattress in a box products in Australia are made overseas. The Naptime 2.0 Mattress is one exception (it is Australian made) and would be a good option for you also – full review is linked here.
Hope that helps but let us know if you have any further queries.
The Bedbuyer team
WE bought an ecosa but it is too hard for us. Which would you recommend is the softest for side sleepers.
Hi Susan,
The Macoda Mattress would be one to consider. It is softer and much more comfortable than the Ecosa Mattress. Our full review is linked here.
Hope that helps but let us know if you have any further queries.
The Bedbuyer team
Hi Bed Buyer,
A great site and your reviews are really helping narrow the tough job of deciding where I’ll spend 1/3rd of my life.
My wife and I are side/back sleepers that prefer a (very subjective) firmer style bed. I guess that means not hard, but supportive while still feeling luxurious.
We were looking at the Sleeping Duck, but noted how well you rated the Sleep Republic. If money wasn’t a consideration which would be the preferred mattress? Does Sleeping Duck have the high definition springs (like Sleep Republic) and if not, does it make a significant difference?
Thanks for your help, keep up the great review site.
Hi David,
Thanks for visiting Bedbuyer and we appreciate your kind words!
Good question regarding the Sleep Republic and Sleeping Duck as both are great mattresses. In terms of feeling ‘supportive but still luxurious’, that describes the Sleep Republic very well. It is comfortable but still has excellent support, which is why we rate it so highly.
Based on what you have mentioned, The Sleep Republic Mattress sounds like it would be the best first option. Keep in mind you have the 100 night trial as a back up. Sleeping Duck doesn’t have a ‘high definition pocket spring system’ but for most people it shouldn’t make too much difference.
Hope that helps but let us know if you wanted to discuss further.
The Bedbuyer team
Hi! These reviews are great thanks so much. I am looking for a feasible options so looking at the Naptime and the Emma. I would prefer a mattress that is on the softer side. I’m a fairly light sleeper, around 65kg, 25 years old.
What would your recommendation be?
Hi there,
Both the Naptime (foam) Mattress and Emma Mattress are fairly firm (about 7.5/10 on the firmness scale).
If you’re after a mattress in a box on the softer side, the Macoda Mattress would be one of the best options to consider. The Naptime 2.0 Mattress is also a nice medium feel that might be worth considering also.
Hope that helps but please don’t hesitate if you have any further queries.
The Bedbuyer team
Hello,
Thank you for providing a great resource with the difficult and important decision on mattress purchase. It is such a tough decision. I have done a lot of research and decided on an Eva mattress however it is far too firm for me (and my partner to a lesser extent). I have not been an overly fussy sleeper, never having issues in hotels etc. I am predominately a side sleeper. With the Eva I am waking in the middle of the night and having a dreadful sleep. My hips ache/hurt badly and very uncomfortable(I do not have hip problems). I also find the mattress quite hot (In the middle of a Melbourne winter which is concerning). I am not sure where to go from here. I will return the Eva but replace with what? I greatly appreciate any advice you can provide.
Hi Jacqui,
Thanks for your kind words and sorry to hear that your Eva Mattress is too firm for you.
The best softer feel mattress in a box options would be the Macoda Mattress or the Sleeping Duck Mattress (medium version). One thing to consider is that the softer you go, the more foam is used which may build up more heat. Sleep Temperature can be complex and is dependant on many factors.
If you’re open to buying from a retail store, the Silent London Mattress is designed for cooling but is also very comfortable and would be one to consider (Beds n Dreams).
Hope that helps but please let us know your thoughts!
The Bedbuyer team
Hello,
I am looking at buying a new mattress to replace the Seally Posturepedic I have which has indentations of where I have been sleeping (full rotation of the mattress isn’t possible). I have never bought a mattress in.a box before and was recommended to do so from a friend who owns a Koala, however the options are abundant and confusing.
I carry extra weight, have arthritis, joint pain, shoulder and lower back pain from the dips and curvature of my body (cant lie on my back due to the lower back curve). I generally lie on my side. What brand and style would you recommend.
Regards,
Nil
Hi Nil,
Sorry to hear that your current mattress has indentations in it.
Based on what you mentioned, the Sleep Republic Mattress would be a good first option. Comfortable and supportive for a side sleeper.
The Sherman Mattress (Just Perfect) would be another one to consider. Although not technically a mattress in a box, you do get a 100 night trial period and is very suitable for a side sleeper.
Hope that helps but please let us know if you would like to discuss further!
The Bedbuyer team
Firstly, cannot praise the site enough – had been lost before stumbling upon it, and the compiled information, reviews and videos have been incredibly helpful.
However, I now find myself stuck trying to choose between a Sleep Republic or an Eva Mattress. I’m an erratic sleeper at best (something I’m hoping an overdue mattress replacement might help with), so I’m unsure how to split the two.
From the existing comments and replies I get the impression they lean somewhat towards the Sleep Republic as a pretty safe/general bet, but was wondering if I could ask in what scenario(s) would you pick an Eva over the Sleep Republic, and vice versa?
Perhaps also whether or not the size of the bed makes a difference at all between brands – say, looking at a King Single rather than Queen?
Hi KC,
Thanks for your kind words, we appreciate that!
Happy to help – the Sleep Republic is really just a more sophisticated version of the Eva Mattress. Both are excellent at their respective price points, but the Sleep Republic Mattress is a bit more comfortable, has a better spring system, and is worth the extra spend if you can stretch it.
You would select the Eva Mattress in the case that you didn’t want to spend the extra $299 (Queen size).
Mattresses sold in Australia come in standard sizes – to see full details click here.
Hope that helps but let us know if you have any further queries.
The Bedbuyer team
Likewise, appreciate the response.
Ah. I hadn’t noticed that great a price difference due to focusing on the King Single size, where the difference from the listed prices only appears to be $29. In hindsight there, realise I worded the query about sizes poorly, sorry…
To rephrase it in terms of the above, is that more likely just a case of the two brands scaling their size pricing differently, or is Sleep Republic’s Queen discernibly better quality or more sophisticated than their own King Single (bar the obvious less total springs etc)?
For example, would your advice change comparing a King Single from each brand, rather than comparing a Queen from each brand?
Hi again KC,
I see what you mean now!
Our reviews would stay the same, regardless of what size the mattress is. So a Queen size Sleep Republic Mattress would be rated equally well as a King single Sleep Republic Mattress. Other than the obvious reduction in spring number, the mattress is virtually the same.
Hope that helps but let us know how yo go!
The Bedbuyer team
Hi there,
I’m in the market of new mattress, knowing some top recommended mattress are well priced , but my priority choosing of new mattress is prevent suffering from some form of allergies, asthma and eczema. I done some reseach, inner springs need to be avoided, latex or fresh foam way to go, can you recommend one for me , thank you
Hi Tim,
Most of our highly rated / recommended mattress in a box products are well certified as ‘non-toxic’ and so should be suitable for those who have allergies (or sensitivities). A good mattress protector and washing your sheets regularly will also help. We have summarised some of the best non-toxic mattresses in this article linked here.
The Fern Mattress is a very nice mattress in a box option (100% latex) that is hypoallergenic – shop page linked here.
Hope that helps but let us know if you have any further queries!
The Bedbuyer team
Hi guys.
I have bought the Eva and the ecosa mattress. Before I bought those two I had really bad lower back pain, but since I bought the Eva, was the first of those two that I bought, when I sleep on my side my spine hurts so bad and my joints were in a lot of pain, that is the reason why I bought the ecosa, but it didn’t change anything, I still get the same pain, and it is driving me crazy not to be have a good night sleep. Can you recommend anything?
Best regards.
David Morris.
Hi David,
Sorry to hear you’re still experiencing a lot of pain during your sleep.
We have emailed you 🙂 Look forward to hearing from you!
The Bedbuyer team
But how do these compare to “regular” mattresses? I can’t find anything like this that will review them head to head with “regular” mattresses. Is that because, in the end, they may be the best mattress in a box, but they still aren’t anywhere near as good as decent offerings that don’t need the compromises required to fit into a box so it’s just not fair on the “in a box” offerings to compare them directly with the others? How does your best overall here, the Sleep Republic one, really compare head to head with the Silent Night Onyx that you’ve labelled the best mattress of 2020? Or even compared to the Sherman mattress you’ve listed as best value, and is more of a similar cost?
Hi Chris,
Thanks for your enquiry – this is certainly a common question!
Firstly, we have tested over 120 ‘mattress in a box’ products, so as you can imagine there is a wide range of quality and value in this specific market. In essence, it’s difficult to generalise mattress in a box options (and therefore compare them as a group to retail store mattresses) as there are so many. We categorise them separately from ‘regular retail store’ mattresses due to the fact they have unique purchase, delivery, and refund systems that are not usually offered in retail stores. We certainly do not categorise them based on quality.
Further to your question, our ‘Mattress of the Year in 2020’ (Silent Night Onyx) is definitely superior in quality and more sophisticated, as you may expect based on the price difference. Nevertheless, the Sleep Republic Mattress is about as good a mattress as you will find (in our opinion) at that price point in any retail store. Keep in mind also that many retail store mattresses have had their spring units compressed at some stage so the ‘compression into a box’ certainly doesn’t always relate to inferior quality.
The Sleep Republic Mattress and Sherman Mattress are very comparable in terms of quality. To our previous point, the Sherman Mattress is not technically a ‘mattress in a box’ which is why we have included this in the ‘retail store’ category on our site.
In summary, there is a huge range of quality and value in the mattress in a box market. We would avoiding comparing them to ‘regular retail store’ mattresses as it implies that they are all the same. We have discussed some of the ‘myths’ about mattress in a box in this article linked here which may shed some more light on this matter.
Hope that helps but more than happy to discuss further!
The Bedbuyer team
Hi, we have tried Sleeping Duck and Ecosa and not happy with either. Trouble turning in Ecosa, edge sags too much, pressure on hip, lower back ache. (Both are side sleepers with back issues). We previously had a AH Beard Latex mattress which was great. We are considering Fern or Zenna or Sleep Republic. Advice?
Hi Karen,
Sorry to hear that the Ecosa Mattress and Sleeping Duck Mattress didn’t work for you.
The Fern Mattress would definitely be one to consider, very comfortable and has the option of a firm or medium side. (There is a 6-7 week wait on King and Queen sizes currently). Click here to get free delivery.
We found the Zenna Mattress a little hard so we wouldn’t highly recommend that for you at this stage.
The Sleep Republic Mattress also has a very nice balance of comfort and support. Definitely more comfortable than the Ecosa and has a more ‘luxurious’ feel compared with the Sleeping Duck Mattress. Our full review (with discount code) is linked here.
Hope that helps but let us know if you have any further queries!
The Bedbuyer team
Thank you so much for this great website. We are looking for a new Queen mattress and would like i to be firm. My husband is a big guy and I am not nearly as heavy – so are very keen on the Fern – or maybe the Sleeping Duck. Which one would you recommend? Thank you.
Hi Helen,
Thanks for your kind words!
The Fern Mattress and Sleeping Duck Mattress are nice options but perhaps not quite as firm as some others you may want to look at.
The Eva Mattress, Idyll Premium Mattress, or the Noa Lite Mattress are all good firmer feel options to consider.
Hope that helps but let us know if you have any further queries.
The Bedbuyer team
Hi
I am looking for a queen size mattress. I currently have an IKEA Hokkasen medium firm but its too firm for me. I sleep on my side and back. My hips and back tend to ache and I toss and turn a lot. I would like to find a softer and something that is supportive. I have a neck soft tissue injury. I have dunlopillo luxurious pillow.
Hi Paula,
Happy to help – a really nice (softer feel) mattress that we would recommend is the Macoda Mattress – our review is linked here.
A really nice option to consider also is the Silent Night London Mattress at Beds n Dreams. Our review of the medium version is linked here.
Hope that helps but let us know if you have any further queries.
The Bedbuyer team
Hi,
We are kind of stuck in choosing betwen Eva and Noa Luxe. We high value the no partner disturbance and back support feature of the mattresses. Can you advise which would be better?
Hi PW,
Yes, tough choice. Both very good for partner disturbance and back support.
Having said that, we did find the Noa Luxe to be a bit more comfortable and refined. It has better quality comfort layers as well as a layer of micro coils, so overall comfort and support are slightly better on the Noa Luxe. For this reason, we would go for the Noa Luxe Mattress. To claim your $300 off, click here.
Hope that helps but let us know if you have any further queries.
The Bedbuyer team
Hello, just wondering if any of the mattresses you recommended are hypo allergenic? My daughter has a dust mite allergy. Thanks
Hi Amanda,
All of the products in our Top 10 Mattress in a Box list have been certified as non-toxic so they should all be safe for kids.
The Eco Kids Mattress is also one to consider for your daughter. It has been specially designed for kids, and is very well certified as non-toxic and hypoallergenic. Our full review of the Eco Kids Mattress (with discount code and video review) is linked here.
Hope that helps but let us know if you have any further queries.
The Bedbuyer team
Hi Bedbuyer,
I am currently 4 nights into my trial on an Ecosa mattress and it is looking doubtful that I will be keeping this mattress.
My biggest annoyance is that when you sit on the edge of the bed it sags so then you feel like you are sitting on a slide. Also, I am finding the mattress too firm but was hoping that would ease off after a while.
Are there any mattresses you can recommend where the edges don’t sink when you sit on them? And that are not as firm as the Ecosa? I saw that Sleeping Duck has reinforced edges, would this correct the issue? I am mostly a side sleeper but do tend to toss and turn.
Thanks,
Lisa
Hi Lisa,
Sorry to hear that your Ecosa Mattress isn’t working for you.
The Sleep Republic Mattress would be our best recommendation for you at this point. Much more comfortable than Ecosa and has very good edge support. Our review (includes video review and discount code) is linked here.
Hope that helps but please don’t hesitate if you have any further queries!
The Bedbuyer team
Hi Bed buyer,
Trying to decide on a good budget mattress. I see that the Noa has done better overall in the review compared to the Emma but it’s also an extra $130.
My wife and I are both quite lightweight and are side sleepers so not sure if either of these would be too firm. Thanks in advance for any suggestions
Hi Matthew,
Happy to help! The Noa Mattress is definitely a bit softer than the Emma Mattress so would be more suitable for side sleepers. Overall, the Noa Mattress would be worth the extra spend if you can stretch it.
The Zen Sleep Hybrid Mattress is another one to consider too. A nice one for side sleepers and well priced. Our full review is linked here.
Hope that helps but let us know if you have any further queries.
The Bedbuyer team
Hi Bedbuyer,
Thank you for all the reviews. Am looking for a suitable mattress for my parents both 78, with health concerns, who are side sleepers are currently have new mattress that is way too firm. They both have shoulder and hip pain so they need support and comfort where they don’t feel like they are sleeping on a plank of wood. Oh and they would like minimal partner disturbance as I believe one complains about the other moving around sleeping all over the place. Would the Sleep Republic Queen bed be suitable, they currently have a metal slat frame? Thank you in advance.
Hi Sarah,
Thanks for providing all of that useful information. The Sleep Republic Mattress should be a nice option for your parents. It has a nice ‘medium-firm’ feel so is nicely balanced with comfort and support. Partner disturbance is minimal due to its high definition pocket spring system, and it has a 100 night trial period so they can return it (for a full refund) if it really doesn’t suit them.
Another option that comes to mind (not a mattress in a box) is the Silent Night London Mattress. Australian made, very comfortable, and well priced. It might be worth trying this out at Beds n Dreams if they have a store close by.
Anyway hope that gives you some direction but always here if you need further assistance.
Keep us posted!
The Bedbuyer team
Hello,
Are any of these mattresses hypoallergenic? Or is there even such a thing? I have a pillow with this feature and would love a similar mattress.
Thank you
Hi Tom,
All of the mattresses listed here in our top 10 are well certified as ‘non-toxic’ which you could classify as ‘hypoallergenic’. As you can imagine, allergies and sensitivities are unique to each person but we are confident in recommending any of these in context of their non-toxic certifications. We have discussed these certifications in more detail in this article linked here.
Hope that helps but please let us know if you need further clarification.
The Bedbuyer team
Hey my partner and I are both side sleepers can you recommend one that has temperature control ? Thanks
Hi Zoe,
In the ‘mattress in a box’ category, the best option we would recommend for ‘side sleepers and temperature control’ would be the Sleep Republic Mattress. It has a nice ‘medium-firm’ feel which should offer enough comfort for side sleepers, and is specially designed for ventilation. Our full review (includes video review and discount code) is linked here.
Another option that you should consider (if you really want temperature control) is the Silent Night Onyx Mattress. This has been specially designed for temperature regulation and the medium or plush versions would be very suitable for side sleepers. Our full review (includes video review) is linked here.
Hope that helps but please don’t hesitate if you have any further queries!
The Bedbuyer team
Hi There,
Thank you very much for the information. can you please help recommend which mattress suits me better? I’m a side sleeper but sometimes will sleep on my back. I am pretty light (42kg) and I read few articles saying that i should get a soft to medium firmness. Im confessed between Onebed 8” or Emma original mattress. can you please help?
Hi Steph,
If you’re looking for a ‘soft-medium’ feel, our best recommendation would be the Macoda Mattress which is very comfortable but also has nice support.
The Emma Mattress is a firm feel so we wouldn’t recommend that for you (assuming you like a medium-soft feel), and we found the Onebed 8 to be pretty basic and unsophisticated.
Anyway, have a look at our Macoda Mattress review and let us know your thoughts!
The Bedbuyer team
Hi BB,
Quite interested in the Sleep Republic due to the excellent review. Sound good for side sleepers (me) and I like that it is designed with ventilation in mind.
I have read your Noa Lux stand-alone review.
I’m interested in how the Sleep Republic compares to the Noa Lux?
Hi Bruce,
The Sleep Republic Mattress is a ‘medium-firm’ feel so it should offer enough comfort for most side sleepers. As you said, it has been designed to help with cooling and ventilation.
In terms of comparing the Sleep Republic Mattress and the Noa Luxe Mattress, both are very good mattresses and it’s a tough one to call. Both have a medium-firm feel and are well made. If we had to choose, we would still go for the Sleep Republic as a better mattress overall. It has a slightly more refined spring system and feels a little more stable than the Noa Luxe. Again though, it’s a line call.
Hope that helps but please don’t hesitate if you have any further queries.
The Bedbuyer team
Dear BB
I am trying to decide between Eva and sleep republic. Prefer a firmer feel, looking for longevity (no indentation) limited partner disturbance? Which has better quality materials
Thank you
Hi J,
We would go for the Sleep Republic Mattress in this case. It has a supportive (and comfortable) medium-firm feel and is superior in terms of quality and durability.
Hope that helps but please don’t hesitate if you have any further queries!
The Bedbuyer team
Oops I already ordered the Eva!
Hi J,
Thanks for the update. That’s OK, the Eva Mattress is still a good one. See how you go and if you aren’t completely satisfied, you do have the option of a return and full refund.
Keep us posted!
The Bedbuyer team
Have you done any reviews/tests of the Ecosa mattress with the Ecosa topper? We have friends and family who are big fans of the Ecosa (though only with the topper) and I was wondering if there were any mattresses comparable ‘as is’ without needing to buy the extra addition.
Hi Malcolm,
Happy to help – we haven’t tested the Ecosa topper on the Ecosa Mattress together, but based on our knowledge of both products, the Macoda Mattress or Sleeping Duck Mattress (medium) would be comparable and ones to consider in terms of comfort.
Our full review of the Macoda Mattress is linked here.
Our full review of the Sleeping Duck Mattress is linked here.
Hope that helps but please don’t hesitate if you have any further queries!
The Bedbuyer team
Hi BedBuyer, really appreciate your expertise in this very confusing area of the market.
I have recently bought the Emma mattress and find it to be really comfortable (although would probably prefer something a little softer). However, I am really struggling with heat retention with this mattress, and its affecting my sleep now that the weather is getting a bit warmer (wasn’t an issue in colder winter nights).
Given that I’m after something a little cooler, I was looking at alternatives either with latex (like the HappySleep – a good price point, but very few reviews online) or a hybrid option (tossing up between the Noa and the Eva).
Given that 1/ the Emma was comfortable but slightly too firm and 2/ my main priority is a cooler night’s sleep, could you help me to decide between HappySleep, Noa and Eva?
Thanks so much!
Hi Hayden,
Thanks for visiting Bedbuyer and for your kind words!
Happy to help. Sorry to hear that your Emma Mattress is causing some heat problems. Sleep Temperature can certainly affect your sleep quality and can be influenced by a number of factors (room temperature, partner, linen, mattress, pillow, etc.).
We generally recommend a spring mattress (e.g. Eva Mattress) for those who are ‘hot sleepers’ as they offer more ‘air-flow’ and ventilation than foam mattresses (e.g. Emma Mattress). Again though, it is tricky to predict and can depend on each individual.
Out of the 130 mattress in a box products that we have tested, we would say that the Sleep Republic Mattress would be the best in terms of cooling/ventilation. A bit more expensive obviously, but worth the extra spend if you can stretch it. Otherwise, we would go the Eva Mattress out of the 3 you mentioned.
Hope that helps but please let us know if you would like to discuss further.
The Bedbuyer team
Thanks so much for your prompt reply
Can you comment much on the Happy Sleep mattress? I haven’t been able to find many reviews on this one.
Also, can you comment on the softness of Eva v Noa v Emma (and Happy Sleep if you can comment)
I will have to look into the sleep republic option — it hadn’t come up in my search so far
Thanks again
You’re welcome Hayden!
We have tested the HappySleep Mattress thoroughly – our full review is linked here.
All of the ‘firmness ratings’ can be found in each review, it’s highly visible 🙂
Anyway have a look at those and would love to hear what you decide on.
The Bedbuyer team
Hey guys,
Really appreciate the extent of time and effort reviewing all these brands. However, reading the comments I haven’t read much about the Ergoflex anymore. Is it because of its price? Not that famous anymore? Or possibly the materials are not good enough compared to others? Could it be that there are less people buying it now?
The anxiety I’m feeling is because I have ordered one recently (still waiting for delivery) prior to stumbling in this very helpful review website. You have mentioned Sleep Republic is the best overall in its category, how then does Ergoflex compare to it in terms of quality, value for money, lifespan and maintnenance?
I have read both of it are good for spine support but Ergoflex goes well with adjustable bed frame compared to Sleep Republic. Is that right? Is it because Ergoflex does’t have springs?
Thanks in advance for the response.
Hi Brent,
Thanks for your kind words and happy to help!
As you can see from this top 10 list, we do rate the Ergoflex Mattress well overall. Keep in mind that this top 10 is based on an assessment of over 120 mattress in a box products, so a position here reflects an outstanding mattress.
I wouldn’t worry too much about popularity or how much it is ‘talked about’ – the main thing is that the mattress suits you. Our reviews and awards hopefully can guide people to choose a mattress that is right for their needs.
We did find the Sleep Republic Mattress to be a better all-round product than the Ergoflex Mattress, but they are quite different in their feel and construction. The Sleep Republic is a pocket spring mattress with a nice comfort layer (latex and memory foam), whereas the Ergoflex Mattress is made entirely of foam (including a layer of premium memory foam). The Ergoflex feels quite dense and spongy but many people do like that feel as it offers very good back support. Our team preferred the feel of the Sleep Republic Mattress, but again it comes down to personal preference. Both products are of good quality.
The one important aspect of the Ergoflex Mattress that you cleverly pointed out, is that it is compatible with an adjustable bed base. Most mattress in a box aren’t specially designed for this, so this makes the Ergoflex Mattress a very good option in this context. Keep in mind you do have the option of a return/refund with the Ergoflex Mattress (30 days).
Hope that helps and would always be interested to hear your feedback.
Keep us posted!
The Bedbuyer team
Hi there
Been reading the great responses to questions being asked!
Hoping you can answer a few questions for me.
I was looking at an Ergoflex mattress as I read that it is good for lower back problems. However, on your site you recommended the Eva mattress. I understand that that are two completely different mattresses (all memory form vs spring) but which is better for lower back issues? Out of the two, which one would have the longest life before it would need to be replaced?
I am a back sleeper, have lower back pain and prefer a firm bed. Which one would be firmer (Ergoflex or Eva)? Or am I barking up the wrong tree with these choice of mattresses? Could you suggest an alternative?
Thank you in advance
Hi Andrew,
Thanks for visiting Bedbuyer and for your kind words!
You are correct in saying that the Ergoflex Mattress and the Eva Mattress are quite different. It’s a tough one as both are well made and durable. Based on your situation though, the Ergoflex Mattress would be a sensible one to start with as it offers very good back support (and pressure relief) for back sleepers. You have a 30 day trial on the Ergoflex Mattress so you can always return it (for a refund) if it really doesn’t suit. You can click here to claim your 30% off.
Hope that helps but happy to talk it through further if you need!
The Bedbuyer team
Hi there. Thanks so much for your reviews. I’ve found your website so helpful! We recently purchased a Sleep Republic based on your review and it’s really lovely and my husband loves it, but unfortunately I’m waking up with hip and side pain (which was the case with our old mattress which was too soft). This one is possibly too firm for me? Would you recommend the Sleeping Duck so he can have firm and I can try medium? I’ve heard it can get quite hot though so was reluctant to try it. Thanks for any advice.
Hi Angela,
Thanks for visiting Bedbuyer and for your kind words, we appreciate that!
Great to hear that your husband loves the Sleep Republic Mattress but obviously we need the mattress to work for you too.
The Sleeping Duck Mattress would be a sensible option for you and your husband moving forward. As you said it would be best to order one side firm (for your husband) and one side medium (for you) and go from there. You have plenty of options in terms of firmness ‘customisation’ so you should be able to configure the mattress to suit you both. Our full review (which includes a video review) shows how it all works.
Sleep Temperature can be complex with many factors involved. Based on our product testing, we found the Sleeping Duck Mattress to be well ventilated, and we haven’t really had any customer feedback about it being hot to sleep on. Again though, it really can depend on the individual/s.
Hope that helps but please let us know if you would like to discuss further 🙂
The Bedbuyer team
Thanks so much for your reply and advice. Before we try the Sleeping Duck, are there any other or better options for a customisable / less firm mattress or do you consider this to be the best one for what we’re looking for (in terms of both comfort and quality)? Thank you!
You’re welcome Angela!
The Sleeping Duck Mattress would definitely be the best ‘customisable’ mattress that we have tested. The number of possible adjustments is quite extraordinary.
So yes, this would be the best option. You can get free delivery of the Sleeping Duck Mattress by clicking here.
Hope that helps, but would always be interested to hear how you go!
The Bedbuyer team
Hello BB,
Thank you for the great page, I have found it super helpful!
I have had the same mattress for ~14 years, since I was 13 and it is all I can remember in terms of mattresses. I am looking at replacing it with the Sleep Republic or Macoda however because of my limited exposure I am not exactly sure what firmness to go for. Although hard to know I would say my current mattress (cushion top, spring) is quite firm. I haven’t minded it over the years but not sure if a softer mattress would give me that next level of comfort or my body is used to/prefers a firm mattress. What are the main reasons people don’t like softer mattress’s?
Recently I am starting to notice some minor shoulder pain and lower back pain which has driven the decision for an upgrade. I sleep mainly on my side or stomach (never back).
Thanks for your advice!
Hi Trent,
Thanks for visiting Bedbuyer and for your nice words!
It’s certainly hard to know ‘firmness levels’ if you haven’t slept on many mattresses, so thanks for giving some context there. We would say the majority of people go well on a ‘medium-firm’ feel (e.g. Sleep Republic Mattress) as it gives a nice balance of comfort and support. Having said that, each person is different in terms of preference and needs. Softer mattresses can often compromise spinal support (the body sinks into it), but some people do require softer mattresses as they offer good ‘pressure relief’.
We would still lean towards the Sleep Republic for you as a sensible first option. As a side and stomach sleeper, you obviously want some comfort, but you don’t want to sink into the mattress in the front lying position as this can place pressure through your lower back. Keep in mind that that if it really doesn’t suit, you have the option of the return/refund. For your reference, our full review is linked here.
Hope that gives you some direction, but let us know if you want to discuss further!
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Hi there!
We’ve realised that we’re probably in need of a new mattress but we’re unsure as to whether to do a mattress in a box or one of the store bought ones. Is there much difference between the two? Are the store bought (as in going into somewhere like Harvey Norman) mattresses better for sleeping/injured backs long term than the boxed mattresses?
Thanks so much 😊
Bethany.
Hi Bethany,
Thanks for visiting Bedbuyer and happy to help!
It’s actually very difficult to generalise ‘mattress in a box’ or ‘retail store’ mattresses. There is a huge range of quality, comfort, and value in both categories.
So to answer to your question, the main difference will be the ‘shopping method’. Buying from a retail store will allow you to try the mattress out in-store, with ‘face-to-face’ customer service. Buying online means that you can’t try out the mattress, but you have the advantage of free delivery and a ‘free trial period’ (where you can get a refund if you don’t like it). We have summarised the pros and cons of each in our article linked here.
So the first thing to do is decide what ‘shopping method’ suits you best, and then we can recommend the best options for you based on your needs and preferences (e.g. firmness, quality, budget etc.). More than happy to guide you through some options.
Hope that helps but please let us know your thoughts!
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Hi, thanks so much for the information. We tried the Zeek Hybrid Queen instore and liked that it was a softer medium feel than others we have seen. Do you recommend this brand? They seem very new with very few reviews. Any other suggestions of brands with this medium plush sort of feel? Thanks heaps
Hi, thanks so much for the information. We tried the Zeek Hybrid Queen instore and liked that it was a softer medium feel than others we have seen. Do you recommend this brand? They seem very new with very few reviews. Any other suggestions of brands with this medium plush sort of feel? Thanks heaps for your help! 🙂
Hi Ana,
We have tested and reviewed the Zeek Hybrid Mattress (you can search for any item in our search bar) – our review is linked here . They are a new company which would explain the low number of customer reviews, but we would be cautious of using customer reviews when buying a mattress (we wrote an article on this linked here).
The Macoda Mattress would be our pick in the mattress in a box category with a medium-plush feel. Very comfortable and one of our award-winners in 2020. Our review is linked here.
Hope that helps but please let us know if you would like to discuss further.
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Hi,
I have recently had major spinal surgery and I’m sleeping on a mattress that feels like a rock at present and I’m getting a sore back and I’m not sure which new one to go for with so many choices. I want a mattress that’s soft and will support my back and shape to my body but I don’t want it to be so soft that it never springs back and my body shape is stuck in it after a short time of owning it. Please help!
Hi Lee,
Thanks for visiting Bedbuyer and happy to assist.
The Sleeping Duck Mattress (medium feel) might be a good one to consider for your situation. It has a medium-soft feel but still very supportive. The great thing is that you can adjust the firmness level (by requesting additional foams) so that you can get the firmness just right (for you). This is best illustrated in our full review which includes a video review, linked here.
Have a look at our Sleeping Duck Mattress review and let us know your thoughts!
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Do you have any referral codes available for sleeping duck as the price is quite high and that’s the only thing stopping me from purchasing!
Hi Lee,
Unfortunately Sleeping Duck doesn’t offer a discount code on their mattress. We have tried!
If you wanted something a bit less expensive, the Naptime 2.0 Mattress is a really nice one. Australian made, with very good comfort and support. Our full review (includes video review and discount code) is linked here.
Have a look at that one and let us know!
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My husband and I have a king size Amerisleep AS4 mattress that we bought from Beds n Dreams a couple years ago. It came in a box. The AS4 is plush but to me it’s more like a medium. I am a side sleeper and love the mattress.
I’m now looking to buy a queen size mattress for my adult son who is predominantly a front sleeper but sometimes sleeps on his side. I don’t want the price tag of the Amerisleep, but want the same comfort and quality. Firstly, what would you recommend for him? And would your recommendation be similar in firmness to the AS4 or AS3 or AS2 of the Amerisleep. ( I was thinking sleep republic, sleeping duck, Fern or Macoda if the others are too firm). I should mention nothing too hot either as he sweats easily too.
Thank you in advance.
Hi Lesley,
Thanks for visiting Bedbuyer and happy to help.
The Sleep Republic Mattress would be a very sensible choice for your son. It generally accommodates front (and side sleepers) very well.
Our recommendation for your son would be a ‘medium-firm’ feel (e.g. Sleep Republic Mattress) which offers a nice balance of comfort and support. We certainly agree with you that even the softer Amerisleep mattresses are not ‘super soft’, so the Sleep Republic Mattress would similar firmness to the AS3. With this said though, it’s difficult to compare these mattresses as they ‘feel’ quite different.
The Sleep Republic Mattress is designed to be well ventilated so it should also help with cooling.
Hope that gives you some direction but please let us know if you would like to discuss further.
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Thank you so much. Very helpful.
Lesley
Hi there, how does the sleep republic mattress compare to the noa luxe? We can’t choose between these two! Thanks!
Hi Adele,
Yes, both are very good mattresses. As you may have seen from our reviews, we found the Noa Luxe Mattress a touch firmer than the Sleep Republic (not good or bad) and the Noa Luxe has a layer of micro springs in its top comfort layer (Sleep Republic doesn’t).
Overall though, we found the Sleep Republic slightly more comfortable and refined. Very close call though!
For your reference, the Sleep Republic shop page is linked here (use code BEDBUYER150 to get $150 off). The Noa Luxe shop page is linked here.
Hope that helps but would always love to hear what you decide on!
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Hello, we’ve been looking at the Sleeping Duck medium versus the Sherman medium. Our current Sealy firm mattress is too firm so we’re looking for something a bit softer, although my husband doesn’t want too soft. I’m leaning towards the sleeping duck as the Sherman in the showroom felt quite soft and seemed to sink when I sat on the edge. Do you have any suggestions between the two or any others? My husband is mostly a stomach sleeper, I switch between stomach, side and sometimes back.
Hi Martin,
We actually found the Sleeping Duck (Medium) even a bit softer than the Sherman (Just Perfect) Medium.
We would recommend either the Sleep Republic Mattress or the Sleeping Duck (firm). Both are nicely balanced with comfort and support (not too firm, not too soft).
Hope that helps but please keep us posted!
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Hello
It’s been good to read your reviews and other people’s comments.
I’m looking at new mattresses for my kids, 5 and 7. From what I’ve read, the Zen and Macoda look good – which would you most recommend for children? Are you aware of any supply and delivery issues? From their websites it looks ok, but we are moving to Australia and need delivery in about 2 weeks.
Hi Megan,
Thanks for your nice words!
Our team actually has written an article ‘Australia’s Top 5 Kids Mattresses in 2020’ – linked here. The Eco Kids Mattress would be ideal for your two kids.
Delivery for most products should be possible within 2 weeks, but let us know what you decide on and I can give you an estimate delivery time/cost.
Anyway have a look at those and please let us know if you have any queries!
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HI guys! I have a question and I am hoping you can help. I like a super firm mattress, like futon style firm. What is the hardest/firmest/least plush mattress you know of? We tried Ecosa based on people saying it was too firm for them but it 3was way too sinky and soft. Any recommendations?
Hi Jessie,
The firmest mattress that our team has tested is the Slumberland Stonehenge at Snooze. Our review is linked here.
Go and have a try of that in-store and see what you think!
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