Simba Mattress Buying Guide: Which Model Is Best?

Simba Mattress Buying Guide: Which Model Is Best?
Lisa Norberg
7 October, 2026

Which Simba mattress is best?

The Simba Hybrid Pro is the strongest all-round choice if you want a deeper, more elaborate hybrid mattress than the standard Hybrid. It has eight layers, up to 4,800 springs, a 28cm depth and a starting price of £899 for a single mattress, according to Simba’s product information.

The standard Simba Hybrid is the sensible entry point at a lower price. The Luxe and Ultra add further layers, depth and springs, while the Costco-listed Simba Inter and Simba Hybrid offer lower listed prices through a retailer. The best choice depends mainly on your budget, preferred feel, temperature concerns and need for movement isolation.

Top five Simba mattresses and alternatives

  1. Simba Hybrid Pro — best all-round premium Simba. It combines eight layers, up to 4,800 springs and a 28cm profile. Choose it for a more substantial hybrid construction than the entry-level model.
  2. Simba Hybrid — best entry point. This five-layer, 25cm mattress has up to 1,900 Aerocoil springs and a medium-firm feel.
  3. Simba Hybrid Luxe — best for extra depth. Its nine layers, 31cm depth and up to 5,700 springs place it above the Pro in construction and listed price.
  4. Simba Hybrid Ultra — most elaborate Simba option. With 11 layers, a 34cm depth and up to 7,300 springs, it has the most extensive specification in the range.
  5. Costco Simba Inter — lower-priced retailer option. Costco lists it from £399.99, with a medium-firm feel, 23cm depth and 1,500 Aerocoil springs.

Simba’s range also includes the Natural Hybrid Source, Escape and Apex models, alongside Hybrid, Hybrid Pro, Hybrid Luxe and Hybrid Ultra. The range is listed on Simba’s king-size mattress collection.

Simba mattress prices and specifications

Prices marked “from” are based on a single mattress, so they should not be read as king-size prices. Simba’s direct prices are starting prices; the final amount depends on the selected size and any promotion.

Model Starting price Depth Layers Springs
Simba Hybrid From £699 25cm 5 Up to 1,900
Simba Hybrid Pro From £899 28cm 8 Up to 4,800
Simba Hybrid Luxe From £1,249 31cm 9 Up to 5,700
Simba Hybrid Ultra From £1,749 34cm 11 Up to 7,300
Costco Simba Inter From £399.99 23cm — 1,500
Costco Simba Hybrid From £429.99 25cm 5 1,900

The Simba Hybrid, Pro, Luxe and Ultra figures come from Simba’s product page. The Inter and retailer Hybrid figures come from Costco UK’s Simba listings.

The standard Simba Hybrid, Costco Simba Inter and Costco Simba Hybrid are described as medium-firm. Simba Hybrid Pro, Luxe and Ultra have the construction specifications shown above.

How to choose between Simba Hybrid, Pro, Luxe and Ultra

Choose the Simba Hybrid when you want Simba’s basic hybrid construction. It has five layers, a 25cm depth and up to 1,900 Aerocoil springs.

Choose the Hybrid Pro when you want a more advanced construction without moving to the top of the range. It adds a second micro-spring layer and a wool comfort layer. Simba also offers an optional HeatRelease upgrade with graphite and reports up to 4.4°C lower temperatures for that technology in controlled laboratory tests.

Choose the Hybrid Luxe or Hybrid Ultra when depth and the number of layers are central to your decision. The Luxe is 31cm deep with nine layers; the Ultra is 34cm deep with 11 layers. Measure the bed frame and allow for the mattress depth, particularly with these two models.

For a lower listed price, compare the Costco options. The Simba Inter is 23cm deep and has 1,500 springs, while Costco’s Simba Hybrid is 25cm deep with five layers and 1,900 springs. Costco describes the Aerocoil springs as cone-shaped titanium-alloy micro-springs intended to limit movement transfer and improve airflow.

Simba mattress reviews: support, movement and value

Expert Reviews’ comparison gave Simba the advantage for depth and layers, while Emma performed better for movement isolation. For a couple where one person is easily disturbed by movement, Emma therefore has the stronger cited result.

The Independent’s comparison named Simba Hybrid the best hybrid mattress for support when comparing it with Emma Original Hybrid. It listed Simba Hybrid in single, small double, double, king and super king sizes, with a 25cm depth, a medium/firm feel, a 200-night trial and a ten-year guarantee.

Simba is worth considering if you want a hybrid design, substantial construction and the reassurance of a 200-night trial and ten-year guarantee. Its strongest case is support and construction rather than movement isolation.

Simba vs Emma mattress

Emma is the stronger choice for movement isolation in the Expert Reviews comparison. Simba is the stronger choice for depth and layers, while The Independent selected Simba Hybrid for support among the two hybrid mattresses.

Both brands offered 200-night trials and ten-year guarantees for the models compared by Expert Reviews. Woman & Home’s best-mattress guide named Emma Original its best mattress in the UK, highlighting comfort, support, a medium-firm feel and movement isolation.

Choose Emma if partner disturbance is your main concern. Choose Simba if a deeper hybrid build, support and the Simba construction are more important.

Where can you try a Simba mattress?

You can try and buy Simba Hybrid in some John Lewis shops, as well as selected Barker & Stonehouse and Bensons for Beds branches. Simba states that returns within its trial period are collected free of charge and receive a full refund. The store and trial information is set out in Simba’s store and trial guidance.

Simba mattress buying checklist

  1. Measure the bed frame and room. Allow for the mattress depth, especially with the 31cm Luxe and 34cm Ultra.
  2. Set a budget for the chosen size. Compare the complete offer for the model and size you intend to buy.
  3. Choose the feel. Simba Hybrid, Costco Simba Inter and Costco Simba Hybrid are described as medium-firm.
  4. Consider movement. Emma has the better movement-isolation result in Expert Reviews’ comparison, while Simba was preferred for depth and layers.
  5. Check the trial and guarantee. The compared Simba and Emma models have a 200-night trial and ten-year guarantee, according to Expert Reviews.
  6. Compare the retailer offer. Look at the model, size and return terms before paying, particularly when comparing direct Simba and Costco listings.

Frequently asked questions

What is better, Emma or Simba?

Emma is better for movement isolation in the cited comparison, while Simba is better for depth, layers and support. The choice depends on which of those priorities matters most.

Is Simba mattress worth the money?

Simba is worth considering if you want a deeper hybrid construction, a 200-night trial and a ten-year guarantee. Its value is strongest for shoppers who prioritise construction and support over movement isolation.

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