You may have been reading about mattresses for a couple of days now and may have come across multiple advertisements on social media. What can I say? American businessmen like to snoop a lot; fortunately, we are not island-addicts like them. Getting back to mattresses, this article will indeed share the best mattresses in Australia. You can totally make a decision after reading about them, but how am I a writer if I don’t have a story? So today, in Instagram language, I have a tea for you. It starts with the gloriously bad days of 2022; my mattress was broken like democracy in Afghanistan, and I had a decision to make—get a new mattress to sleep on or not sleep at all. Of course, I bought a new mattress. What if it took my monthly earnings? I still had to sleep and vent about flies in my wallet. Now, my mattress is going to enter its fifth year, and one of the things that made my decision worth every penny was buying a mattress based on the quality fundamentals, my sleeping style, and, of course, a reliable brand that doesn’t promote itself as much as the recently founded mattresses’ brands on Instagram. I did face an issue with the disposal of my old mattress, but let’s discuss it later in the article and talk about the pointers I used to determine the very best mattresses.
How Did I Pick the Best Mattresses in Australia?
Mattresses are complicated, and the internet makes them even tougher to choose. For example, a thumb rule is to avoid a brand that overly markets on Instagram; ask yourself: can they really afford R&D after such heavy spending? The answer is no, and yet we see them again and again on social media and Google search results until we are convinced they are the only ones, reliable, and probably nearly the best.
This is why I literally read research papers; learned about the materials; found the best brands that stand the test of time; and distributed tens of companies’ products against each other to finally make a choice through the following pointers.
Let’s go through them quickly.
1. Budget.
If you follow SimplyKalaa’s reviews closely, you know how much I prioritize the budget. Whether you are making a high-, mid-, or lower-value purchase, it is important for me to find you the best product in that bracket. To me, a budget is also long-term; you do not want to spend a few hundred dollars and end up replacing the product in a short while. Yes, it might be comfortable for dorm rooms and kids but not for families.
As per my analysis, the different budgets for a mattress consumer in Australia are the following:
| Low | AUD 600 to AUD 1000 |
| Mid | AUD 1200 to AUD 2000 |
| High | AUD 2000+ |
2. Quality.
Determining the quality of a mattress beforehand requires easy information and a close-eyed understanding of fancy terms—in two words, ignore them. If a company uses foam or natural latex, let them say it clearly. Do not get fooled by terms that claim to enhance foam to some kind of cloud through science; believe me when I say this, no scientist has done that for a mattress.
Let me elaborate on how I picked the best mattresses for you. Starting with the material, the first thing I use to pick a mattress is the type of foam, latex, or memory foam, and whether or not the latter has high density, say > D32.
It is also important to know the coil type—bonnell or pocketed coils. The latter is better, and I will elaborate more on this through the review.
Moving on, I also collected information on the construction of these mattresses, alongside learning which types of sleepers or usage they are best suited for.
Last but not least, I went through hundreds of reviews for these mattresses, both on e-commerce websites and online communities, to learn where these mattresses break and how long they last. Speaking of which, how can we forget the warranty and the brand’s customer service?
Literally the 5 Very Best Mattresses in Australia.
1. King Koil Chiro Resolve Mattress by A.H. Beard: A Hotel-Like Mattress For Your Home.
All of us have stayed in a hotel room with the perfect mattress—firm yet soft enough to wrap your muscles; it was indescribably good. You know the trick they rely on? Let me provide the insider details: like every other business, a hotel also survives on investments and long-term commitment for a solid return. This formula is broken down for every product they rely on, including their mattresses. For this reason, mattresses that hotels use aren’t really cheap or even expensive; they are mid-range, but on a daily basis. Let’s say you invest AUD 500 in a mattress lasting about 2 years and AUD 5000 in another one lasting you 7 years. If we divide the amount by the number of days these mattresses were reliable for, we get 68 cents per day and AUD 1.98 per day, respectively. Now, let’s say you bought a mattress for AUD 2000, and it lasted you 10 years, which costs you 54 cents per day. Let’s give or take three years, knowing how the mattresses are used on a daily basis and by different users; still, in a seven-year timeframe, they cost 78 cents per day. That’s probably not even mid-range.
You must also know that hotels use mattresses with really good edge support, high-density foam, and a universal firmness (mid-firm mattress) with pocketed coils.
The King Koil Chiro Resolve Mattress by A.H. Beard is one of the first mattresses that I picked when I applied the testing standards for the long run. To be honest, it fits every criterion, other than being too firm, which most users ended up buying a topper for to ensure complete comfort.
Starting with the support system, the mattresses use two types of coils, primary coils and active coils. Since the primary coils are arranged individually, it provides less disturbance through the movement of your partner. Further, the active coils are arranged in five zones to accommodate heavier areas of the body. These coils counteract concentrated downward pressure to retain surface pressure and increase the lifespan of the spring core. Note that a few users, which doesn’t necessarily make this mattress a deal-breaker, have noted that the mattress is not entirely resistant to sagging, and to oppose this, A.H. Beard’s warranty covers sagging above 20 mm, which showcases that the company is confident about the resilience of its material. Further, the company suggests rotating it every 3 months, and the mattress is not reversible.
There is no description or information on the exact density of the mattress, but the edge support is highly applaudable, and the users have reviewed the build quality. This mattress is perfect for heavyweight and back sleepers and may be a bit too firm for lightweight and side sleepers.
If the mattress lasts 7 years, the cost of the mattress per day will be AUD 1 and 3 cents (AUD 2649/2555 days).
2. Koala Mattress: Best In-Box Mattress in Australia.
In-box mattresses are popular for obvious reasons, and I remember reading Koala when I was writing an article on the best couches. As of today, Koala has gained significant momentum in the Australian mattress market, and fortunately, one of my friends in the country has one. His review in simple words is, “Sahaj, I am so spoiled by this mattress that getting back to Sleepwell in India would be horrible.”
I know Indians in Australia or any part of the country are a little dramatic, but I had to collect a hands-on experience, and through this, I learned that the best thing about this mattress is that it is plush and has a reliable build quality; however, if you are a heavy sleeper, say 110 kg, this might not be the perfect fit for you. Similar to other in-box mattresses in this price range, Koala offers better customer service and a reliable warranty, preventing sinkage of more than 25 mm and other defects.
One of the points that took me longer to trust them on was knowing that the company moved the production to China and that clear information about the foam density is not available. Don’t get me wrong, the mattress is still designed by the R&D team in Sydney, Australia, and the company conducts audits to ensure the quality of the final product. It takes time to trust when fancy words confuse you, but to address this, Koala provides reliable customer responses and a 120-day trial period.
For the support system, Koala uses its proprietary Kloudcell® open cell foam—it is a multi-layer foam support design that reduces motion transfer, which is amazing as per the customers, and improves breathability. While I have previously reviewed bed frames, if you are opting for this mattress, I’d suggest looking into Koala Bed Frames, which qualify due to their hardwood plywood construction and minimal design; however, they are a little pricey. Last but not least, opt for a bed frame that doesn’t have flexi-slats to prevent the foam of your mattress from disintegrating faster.
Note: Unverified information suggests that the Koala mattresses range in density from 40 kg/m³ to 50 kg/m³.
3. Melbourne Mattress Factory Snooze Time: Best Low-Budget Mattress.
When we speak of mattresses or any product whatsoever, the first question that comes up is, “How much can I spend?” The answer to this question mainly decides your purchase, and whether or not you have a low budget, it should not buy you an inferior product. Knowing this, I crawled the webpages like a mattress lunatic and found Melbourne Mattress Factory. What caught my eye is how the owner himself can be reached through his contact information mentioned on the website. It is always great if you can talk to the seller, but it’s better when it’s the owner; that showcases their commitment and customer service.
Speaking of the quality of the mattress itself, I first examined the construction of the mattress and whether or not it is reliable. You should know that it is no different from the older versions of mattresses that used Bonnell innerspring. The Snooze Time mattress does exactly that, and though it is great for breathability and targeted back support, it increases motion transfer. The company has further ensured robust edge support and has used sheets to prevent the disintegration of the foam.
Now, the density of the foam is not publicly disclosed, but unverified information on the internet suggests a foam density of over 30 kg/m³. I am sure that you can ask the seller about this information, given which mattress you have chosen. As of writing this review, I have asked the owner for similar details, and the same will be added when I receive a response from them.
At this price point, the Snooze Time mattress is definitely a winner.
4. Peace Lily Latex Mattress: Best Latex Mattress in Australia.
A natural latex mattress is really difficult to find, especially with some of the quality factors: reliable certifications, firmness, longevity, motion transfer, and temperature control. Now, when we address reliable certifications, it is always great to see a mattress with GOTS certification, proving that there is no use of chemicals. Peace Lily has a GOLS and GOTS certification, making these mattresses excellent in terms of eco-purity. As per the company, they use 96% of natural latex alongside the 4% natural additives for the latex layer set during the baking process.
Moving on, firmness is a real issue with latex mattresses. This is because most people prefer a hybrid mattress with latex and pocket springs. This improves breathability but reduces the lifespan of the mattress itself. This mattress faces a similar issue with a few customers, with some claiming it to be a little too firm. Peace Lily provides dual sides as a measure to suit customers’ demand—on one side it is firm and on the other medium firm. If you do not care about 25 years of warranty, you can always opt for the Peace Lily Hybrid Mattress with latex and pocket springs and 15 years of warranty.
The motion transfer on this mattress is incredible, and the temperature control is good, but not on par with the hybrid mattress by the company. The breathability is also an issue because of the thickness of the mattress. Don’t get me wrong; latex is highly breathable, and companies use pinhole technology to improve it further. But similar to a foam mattress, latex also increases heat retention with thickness, and given that there is no spring system, this can be a little too upsetting for a few users. Note that these are not deal breakers for most users, and I highly recommend you visit a store and try the mattress by yourself—stick on it for a few minutes, and you will know.
A latex mattress is definitely a great pick, pricey at first, but it will last for years to come.
5. Latex Mattress Australia Pure Comfort Latex Mattress: Best Premium Mattress.
I understand this mattress is not suitable for most people and that there is absolutely no quality lag that one must expect for such a premium price tag. But that’s the whole point: this mattress has no cons at all.
The Pure Comfort Latex Mattress offers you to choose the firmness of your mattress and openly claims that this mattress can last 25 years, with 21 years covered under the warranty. This selection process will help you suit your sleeping type without compromising anything, other than a few bucks.
That’s it, that’s the shortest review I have written, and for obvious reasons.
Final Words.
This is definitely not the end of this article. I am still reviewing and finding the best mattresses in Australia, and as of publishing this article, I have sent a query to all these mattress manufacturers, hoping we will be able to understand the whole manufacturing point of view and predict usability.
What I want from your side is to go and test your next mattress in real life; that’s when you will realize if it’s perfect for you. Stick to the mattress for a nice hour, and if your sleep is being rescued by a mattress that is not on this list, I’d love to hear from you.
Last but not least, responsibly recycle your old mattress using services like this, or you can donate it to charities if it’s in acceptable shape.
Frequently Asked Questions.
It is entirely debatable to mention a single best mattress in Australia, given how users differ in their budget, sleeping style, and preferred feel. Some of the highly reliable mattresses, however, are King Koil Chiro, Koala Mattress, Melbourne Mattress Factory Snooze Time, Peace Lily Latex Mattress, and Latex Mattress Australia Pure Comfort Latex Mattress, among others.
Koala manufactures the best in-box mattress in Australia. These mattresses use a high-density foam with excellent edge support, high breathability, and minimal motion transfer. This article covers an entire review of this mattress as well as others to suit your preferences.
Hotels follow a specific guideline for their mattresses. However, That Hotel Bed shares the exact mattresses used by some of the hotels in Australia. Look for the hotel you stayed at, and if it’s listed on their website, you can learn about the mattresses they use.
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