This is all encased in a soft-to-touch cover that’s not only removable but also machine-washable, so you can keep your bed fresh and clean. The clever zip design allows you to remove only the top part while the bottom stays in place. You can remove the bottom, but it’s fiddly and awkward and, since you’re not sleeping on it, it shouldn’t need a refresh. You also don’t have as many guarantees. The original has a 10-year warranty and a 200 night trial period. The essentials have a 5-year warranty and no trial period.

An orthopaedic choice that offers good stability, support, and pressure relief, especially for side sleepers The mattress measure 25cm in height so it has a medium loft. I also have to mention here that this mattress is UKFR certified so it has fire-retardant qualities. To get a better look at its build, we can look at the image below which shows the architecture of this mattress. Does it come with a nice cover? Furthermore, the mattress comes with a breathable top layer of foam which combines well with the mattresses light cover. The top cover works in unison with the upper foam layer to promote breathability throughout the bed. It is also designed to prevent overheating, which makes the surface more comfortable to sleep on. This is the question that I have to answer now that I finish this Emma Essential mattress review. I would say that this mattress would be a good option for those looking for:I am ready now to complete this Emma NextGen Premium mattress review and share my final thoughts with you. This would be a great option for anyone looking for: The cover of the Emma Essential is made of two parts. The upper one is made of 100% Polyester which is a material that is well known for its durability and breathability. The bottom part is made of 89% polyester and 11% polypropylene. The two parts are connected with a zip so this makes the cover removable. If you want to clean it, you can use your washing machine at 40 degrees. This is great as I like to wash the cover twice a year to keep it clean and fresh! On the sides, they have added 4 handles which will help you when you want to move it. For a cheap mattress like this one, the cover is fantastic and I was really impressed by it. Let’s continue with this Emma Essential mattress review to see how it performed when I tried it. Comfort & Support As the table overview may have shown, these two mattresses may be similar in name, but they couldn’t be more different in terms of composition. The top all-round mattress in the UK according to WhatMattress users in 2023 is Simba Hybrid Luxe. It's surprisingly affordable, and out-performs all other hybrid mattresses in terms of comfort. It also doesn't sag as much as other rival hybrid mattresses, even after a couple of years of testing. How firm/soft is the Emma Original? The Emma Essential mattress is constructed to prioritise comfort, support, and breathability — three critical elements to a better and longer sleep.

Whilst the Emma mattresses can be a good choice for sleepers that move about a lot at night, couples may find that they’re not the best mattresses for motion transfer. If you’re a light sleeper, you may find that a partner’s movements wake you up. However, both mattresses are good at coping with sleepers of differing weights, with no danger of sleepers rolling towards each other. For an all foam mattress, the Emma Original actually provides pretty decent edge support. The Emma Hybrid is even better at edge support, with its layer of springs.

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To sum up, here is a table overview of the advantages and disadvantages of the Emma Original and the Emma Hybrid mattresses. Advantages and disadvantages of the Emma Original: These high levels of motion isolation were also apparent in my real-world tests. Even though the small double I was reviewing was pretty cramped with two people on it, I could barely feel my partner's movements when they changed position or got in or out of bed. I feel confident in giving the Emma Original mattress high scores when it comes to motion isolation, and would recommend this mattress to anyone sharing a bed with a restless sleeper. It is always wise to take a look at what some existing customers have said about the product. You can find these from third party platforms. Emma Essential Mattress Awards The weak edge support became more pronounced during co-sleeping. If you're set on the Emma Original, I'd recommend those who share a bed to invest in a larger size, especially if both of you are of an average to heavier weight and like to spread out when sleeping. The Simba Hybrid won the top spot in the Telegraph’s expert tried-and-tested guide to the best mattresses. This consistently top-rated hybrid mattress offers the best value thanks to its winning combination of cloud-like lightness, temperature regulation and unparalleled support.