Investing in a new mattress is a big decision, both for your comfort and your bank balance. Almost impossible to choose the perfect mattress online, I was delighted when the sleep experts at Simba sent me a Simba Hybrid Ultra Mattress to try for myself.
This week, the sleep experts at Simba are offering 20% off selected mattresses as part of their August Bank Holiday sale. As the proud owner of a range-topping Simba Hybrid Ultra Mattress, I can confidently say that it has been a revelation, proving to me (and my husband) just how important it is to have the right mattress to suit your needs.
With £500 off in the sale, the price has been reduced from £2499 to £1999 for the king-size mattress, and it’s worth every penny. With no more dips in the middle, unsprung springs or sweaty synthetic toppers to worry about, it’s a worthwhile investment for better sleep.
I love my Simba mattress, but it’s not the only premium option on the market. The Hybrid Airgrid Mattress from Emma has been called “a really excellent mattress” by customers. Available to buy for £1,449, the king-size mattress currently comes with a free cloud pillow worth £64 included.
Elswhere, the Wunderflip Ultimate Hybrid Sleep Mattress from Eve Sleep is a cheaper option that has a four out of five-star rating from mattress buyers on a budget. Prices start from £699.
The Simba Hybrid Ultra Mattress
When it arrived I was a little overwhelmed by the sheer size of it. Measuring a more than generous 34cm in depth, it was no flimsy bed topper that had been hand delivered to my bedroom, but more a weapons-grade comfort cloud that the delivery men struggled to get up the stairs.
There are savings of up to £500 to be made on the top of the range Simba Hybrid Ultra Mattress
When popped on top of my divan base, I was immediately reminded of the Princess and the Pea, but one quick lie down and any fear of feeling too high off the floor quickly dissipated. The deeper mattress provides a higher level of support for the hips, shoulders and other sensitive areas, and honestly, it feels like sleeping on a giant cushion that never dents or sags.
The medium-firm mattress is just right, not too soft and not too hard, which in my experience is a revelation, as that can be a difficult balance to get right.
Comfort
Made from 13 layers of luxurious materials and with 8,500 supportive springs hidden within, the signature design really does provide unparalleled levels of comfort. Offering support in all the right places, it seems to handle different-sized sleepers with ease, and the magic technology that sets it apart from other high-end mattresses does a fine job of keeping you both cool.
On top, a layer made of wool, bamboo, charcoal and kapok helps to increase natural support and breathability. Dig down deeper and 4,000 titanium alloy Aerocoil® micro springs compress individually in response to your body, providing ergonomic pressure relief and limiting transfer of movement, while 3,500 high carbon steel Aerocoil® micro springs sit further down the mattress to maximise support, gently pushing fresh air through the mattress as they compress.
This rather delicious mattress also features a SupportCore™ base, with 1,000 pocketed barrel springs to ensure 100% edge-to-edge support.
Temperature Control
As a menopausal woman, night sweats and hot flashes can interrupt even the deepest of sleep. Imagine my joy then to discover that the team at Simba were laser-focused on creating the coolest, most comfortable top layer for the Ultra which they did with the help of a combination of airy bamboo, cooling charcoal and silky-soft kapok.
Having used this mostly through the cooler months of the year I’ve not once felt myself overheating. Of course, that could still change as the mercury rises, but so far this mattress has shown much more impressive cooling capabilities than some of the other supposedly “cooling” bed sheets, duvets and pillows I have tried before.
It also came with a pure white mattress protector that is deep enough to cover the super soft mattress, and the top layer of the mattress can be removed for washing.
Cost
The Simba Hybrid Ultra range, now starting from £1599.20 with a 20% discount in the sale, may be the brand’s priciest option, but it boasts their cutting-edge technology, elevating it beyond just a comfortable mattress.
In comparison to the popular Simba Hybrid Pro (now available from £647) and Simba Hybrid Luxe (now starting at £995), the Ultra model steps up the game with more of the essential Simba Aerocoil micro springs for superior supportive comfort.
While all Simba mattresses, including the basic Simba Essential (now priced from £399) and the Simba Hybrid Original (now from £525), incorporate Graphite-infused ‘open-cell’ Simbatex foam for better airflow and heat dissipation, this stunning mattress also includes the CoolFusion layer (comprising wool, bamboo, charcoal, kapok) for exceptional temperature regulation and moisture management.
It’s not just me singing the praises of my wonderful mattress, customers have awarded the Simba mattress a stellar 4.7 out of five-star rating. One shopper said: “Incredibly comfortable, so worth it! I was hesitating but it’s by far the best mattress I’ve ever had. I’m a solo side sleeper of low weight and it’s perfect for me, I was worried it would be too firm! But I love it, and it’s done wonders for my back. Couldn’t be happier!”
Another added: “Believe the hype. It’s been 12 days, and I have had the most consistently great sleep in half a decade. The mattress delivers so well on its promise.”
A third customer gushed: “Perfect! Absolute bliss, the best purchase I’ve made in years, 100%”
Regrettably, not all customers shared such enthusiasm. One disheartened purchaser only awarded the mattress three stars, explaining: “Unfortunately, the mattress was very firm, and not for us. The mattress cover ripped when putting the mattress on the bed. A new one was sent out but it was not what you’d expect.”
Despite some mixed feedback, the majority of customers appeared delighted with their investment. Another glowing review said: “In short, the Simba Hybrid Ultra redefines what a mattress can be. It’s not just a bed-it’s the best mattress ever engineered, transforming sleep into an indulgent, dreamlike experience. Highly recommended for anyone seeking the ultimate in comfort and quality and sheer luxury.”
