Are IKEA mattresses any good? Ultimate IKEA bed Review 2026

IKEA Mattress Reviews

If you’re considering buying an IKEA mattress but are unsure which model is suitable, we have provided reviews of each mattress to help you assess them against your sleep criteria. Read on for a detailed guide to IKEA mattress reviews.

1. Benefits of IKEA Mattresses
2. Drawbacks of IKEA’s Mattresses
3. VATNESTRÖM Mattress Review
4. ÅNNELAND Hybrid Mattress Review
5. VESTERÖY Mattress Review
6. VALEVÅG Mattress Review
7. VÅGSTRANDA Mattress Review
8. ÅBYGDA Mattress Review
9. ÅKREHAMN Mattress Review
10. ÅFJÄLL Mattress Review
11. ÅGOTNES Mattress Review
12. VESTMARKA Mattress Review
13. VADSÖ Mattress Review
14. HIDRASUND Mattress Review (Discontinued)
15. HOKKÅSEN Mattress Review (Discontinued)
16. MORGEDAL Mattress Review (Discontinued)
17. HÖVÅG Mattress Review (Discontinued)
18. HAMARVIK Mattress Review (Discontinued)
19. HUSVIKA Mattress Review (Discontinued)
20. HYLLESTAD Mattress Review (Discontinued)
21. MALFORS 2-sided Mattress Review (Discontinued)
22. What type of springs do IKEA mattresses use?
23. IKEA Mattress Bulging Sides
24. How are IKEA beds delivered?
25. What is the best IKEA mattress?
26. Does rolling IKEA mattresses damage them?
27. Who makes IKEA’s beds & mattresses?
28. IKEA mattress returns and guarantees explained
29. Why don’t IKEA make two-sided mattresses?

1. Benefits of IKEA Mattresses

• IKEA’s price point is really competitive, in part due to its huge scale and buying power. It means they are offering entry-level and mid-level models. They don’t offer any high-end luxury mattress specifications.
• A number of their models can be rolled up due to limited upholstery, allowing them to be shipped cheaply.
• IKEA offers a one-stop shop, meaning you can literally furnish your entire house in one visit (if you so wish!).
• They give you some idea of what’s inside the mattresses, unlike other retailers!

2. Drawbacks of IKEA Mattresses

• IKEA’s comfort layers only offer a medium to firm feel.
• The construction method is basic – see the mattress bulging discussed further on.
• The mattresses are not durable, resulting in a short shelf life.
• They only use synthetic pocket springs with the lowest spring counts in their beds.
• There is no tailoring for different body weights or comfort preferences in IKEA mattresses.
• It’s one-size-fits-all with IKEA beds.

3. VATNESTRÖM Pocket Sprung Mattress Review

IKEA’s top-end pocket-sprung mattress offering is the VATNESTRÖM model, which contains a mix of different predominantly* natural fibres. The first IKEA mattress to move away from synthetic foams, memory foams or man-made materials, which is really exciting to see finally! It’s a hybrid mattress of synthetic pocket springs and Latex as the primary comfort layer.

The VATNESTRÖM mattress contains:

• Graphite Latex comfort layer (No density or blend given)
• Wool wrap around the sides of the spring unit (No GSM)
• Wool and coir spring insulator (NO GSM)
• 650 synthetic pocket springs (in a king size)
• 26cm depth

It’s a well-upholstered one-sided mattress that comes in two spring tensions: medium-firm or firm. The firmer of the two is really firm in terms of support, but this is offset by the use of a graphite Latex (*which may be synthetic Latex; the product description doesn’t further detail – if so, it means this is a synthetic layer and not natural). The other upholstery consists of a wool layer, followed by a coir-and-wool spring insulator layer.

Sadly, IKEA don’t disclose the grams per square meter of these mattress fibres (read more on why the GSM is essential in this article).

This is a one-sided mattress, which, given the price point of £799 for a king-size, is a bit disappointing. As it has only one side to use, all wear and tear will be limited to that side, unlike a traditional two-sided model.

Given the fact that graphite Latex is the top comfort layer (which has an incredible rebound rate and longevity compared to memory Foam), we would have expected them to include another layer on the other ‘bottom side’ of this mattress to make it fully turnable. This would double its lifespan without significantly increasing the price point.

The feel of this mattress was comfortable and more on the firmer side of medium, as described. We found that the edge support was pretty minimal; a firmer spring is used to prevent roll-off. However, when combined with the Latex, it seemed to roll quite quickly the closer to the edge we got.

The mattress finishing details were disappointing. IKEA is still only using machine-side stitching, rather than a quality hand-side stitch. They do use a mix of Cotton and rayon in their cover. The rayon provides the fire-retardant properties, which is why it’s a 53% linen and 47% viscose/rayon blend.

This mattress comes vacuum-packed and includes a 10-year guarantee.

VATNESTRÖM Comfort Zones Explained

The product listing on the VATNESTRÖM IKEA mattress states that it contains “5 comfort zones right where you need them to support hips and shoulders, creating a natural spine alignment”. This can confuse consumers about whether this is the spring unit forming the comfort layers or the Latex topper. In 99% of mattresses with comfort zones, these zones are created by the Latex or Foam layer, not by spring tension.

This is done by perforating the top layer of Latex at different intervals to soften up areas where hips, shoulders or ankles may be. The tricky thing about comfort zones is getting them right. You really need to have a bed made to measure. Imagine you are a 5 ft 3 sleeper and a 6ft 6 sleeper; the comfort zones won’t align for both of you.

These comfort zones are designed to give Latex a bit more responsiveness, especially when firmer graphite Latex Foam is used. Whilst it’s an important factor to consider when buying a new mattress, comfort zones should be taken with a pinch of salt.

It’s more important to know the:

• Depth of Latex
• Density of Latex
• Blend of natural and synthetic
• Type of Latex (Dunlop or Talalay)

Is the VATNESTRÖM worth it?

This IKEA mattress does feature some fantastic upgraded materials compared to previous models, such as the HIDRASUND. However, it’s still one-sided, meaning for the money, it should only be compared to a mattress that costs at least £1500 (just under twice the price), given you’d need to double the Latex, wool and coir to make it two-sided. If you’re looking at this mattress, then please compare it to our Artisan 1500 mattress, which has a similar feel but is two-sided and handmade.

4. ÅNNELAND Hybrid Mattress Review

New for 2025, it combines pocket springs with a memory Foam comfort layer. Available in firm or medium firm. Represents IKEA’s entry into the hybrid mattress territory. Hybrid mattresses mix springs, foams such as memory Foam or synthetic Latex, and other materials, usually man-made fibres. The spring count is undisclosed, but this is a 24cm mattress, on the thinner side compared to traditional sprung mattresses, which are 25-35cm deep, one-sided construction, costing £659 for a king-size.

The ÅNNELAND mattress contains:

• Memory Foam comfort layer (50 kg/cu.m. density)
• Highly resilient polyurethane Foam layer (cold Foam specification)
• Additional polyurethane Foam layer (33 kg/cu.m. density)
• Pocket spring unit (180 springs per sq.m. in king size – total count not disclosed)
• 100% polyester cover (zip-off, machine washable at 60°C)
• Non-woven polypropylene lining
• 24cm depth
• 10-year guarantee

John Ryan Alternative: Origins Pocket 1500 (£1,050 King) – 1500 spun bond pocket springs, two-sided, 1550 GSM total upholstery including 300GSM wool layer. £391 more, but it eliminates memory Foam heat retention issues and provides proper turning capability.

5. VESTERÖY Mattress Review

The VESTERÖY is IKEA’s entry-level pocket spring model, aimed at the very bottom of the mattress market, priced at £279. This is where IKEA’s buying power can really help bring consumers like you a bargain. This must be caveated by noting that it’s a very basic construction mattress, so although pocket spring and memory Foam mattresses of the same price point may be a better option for ‘more longevity and quality’ for your money at the £300 price point.

The VESTERÖY mattress contains:

• Synthetic Foam comfort layer (33kg – firm looks like 3cm in depth)
• Synthetic pocket spring unit (800 springs in a king size) – no gauge or tension given
• 100% polyester cover
• 20cm depth

The main niggle with this mattress model is the lack of fibres and fillings. It is a spring unit with a single layer of 3cm Foam. It’s also one-sided, meaning you can’t turn it, and any settlement can’t be evened out. We understand why IKEA offers an entry-level model like this, but we think you’d be better off with a 2-sided Foam mattress for longevity.

The mattress’s firmness is medium or firm. We assume this is caused by spring tension, not the comfort layer, since the Foam is the same 33kg in both models. I.e., the medium model will use a 1.4-gauge spring, and the firm model will use a 1.6-gauge pocket spring.

Therefore, if you’re under 13 stone, it may be too firm, as the spring unit is likely to be 1.6 gauge for the firm model, aimed at sleepers over 15 stone.

You may find that adding a deep topper to the VESTERÖY mattress helps it last a bit longer and adds an extra layer of upholstery to this simple mattress construction. As an alternative, have a look at our Origins Comfort 1000 mattress for the bare minimum you should expect from a well-made, long-lasting pocket spring mattress.

The feel of this mattress was quite awkward and uncomfortable. The tester was 11 stone and slight; he could feel the springs through the mattress when lying on his side. But given the price point, this is not surprising and the fact that there’s only 3cm of upholstery in the entire mattress.

Other concerns with the VESTERÖY mattress detailing:

• There’s no mention of edge support, meaning the same tension as the pocket spring is used at the edge. This means a greater chance of roll-off
• The side stitching is machine-stitched and not likely to be hand-tied to the pocket springs, just the wire perimeter bar
• The piping and stitching in the showroom model were wobbly and poorly finished. See below.
• Only 20cm in depth, leaving little to no room for upholstery or comfort layers without additional toppers

6. VALEVÅG Mattress Review

The VALEVÅG is IKEA’s mid-point pocket sprung mattress—one step up from the VESTERÖY with additional upholstery layers as the differentiator between the two. The price jumps to £449 for a king-size, reflecting the additional upholstery and details. This price point still sits in the entry-level mattress category. Lastly, this is a one-sided mattress, so the price needs to be factored in.

The VALEVÅG mattress contains:

• Polyester quilted cover
• 33kg man-made Foam comfort layer (looks like 5cm-7cm but undisclosed)
• 750 Synthetic encased steel pocket springs, either medium or firm tension (in a King-size)
• One-sided and comes rolled

Compared to its sister, the VESTERÖY, this bed offers a much softer, more comfortable feel thanks to a quilted polyester cover and deeper Foam in the main comfort layer. Again, this uses ‘comfort layers’, so it’s assumed that the Foam is either castellated or perforated to achieve this. Sadly, the description doesn’t confirm this.

However, even under firm tension, this felt very soft during our 2-minute test. So if you prefer a firmer sleep, this is not the mattress for you. We can only assume the softness is created by the Foam and quilted polyester cover. We would argue that the Foam feels more like a 40 kg than a 33kg Foam, which is why it’s so soft, but we can’t confirm.

Side sleepers and hot sleepers may find this mattress troublesome. For side sleepers, the one layer of upholstery, even if 7 at its deepest, will settle over time and won’t offer support for the hips, shoulders, or neck once compressed. For warmer sleepers, the man-made Foam will retain far more heat than natural fibres, so it’s worth bearing in mind adding a deep natural fibre topper such as 100% natural wool or goose down (both of which will probably cost half the cost of this mattress at around £200 for a well-made one).

7. VÅGSTRANDA Mattress Review

Next up is the true entry-level mattress, the VÅGSTRANDA, at £539 for a king-size mattress, compared to other retailers’ models such as Dreams, Bensons and Furniture Village. Imagine if you took the VALEVÅG above and added a layer of micro springs; you get the VÅGSTRANDA. It feels more responsive than the VÅGSTRANDA, but it will take some getting used to. Some people love dual layers of springs, whereas others find them quite nauseating as they move independently, creating a very lively sleeping surface.

The VÅGSTRANDA contains:

• Polyester quilted cover
• 33kg man-made Foam comfort layer (Between 5 and 7cm of Foam)
• An unknown number of micro springs
• 750 Synthetic encased steel pocket springs, either medium or firm tension (in a King-size)
• One-sided and comes rolled

This is the first IKEA mattress to mentionitsr S-core spring technology. So, let’s take a look at that next.

For an idea of what to look for in a true dual spring pocket mattress, take a look at our Artisan Tailored Pocket 2000 mattress for detailed specs on a handmade mattress.

8. ÅBYGDA Mattress Review

The ÅBYGDA is IKEA’s memory Foam one-sided mattress model priced at £299 for a king-size Foam mattress. In a similar vein to the boxed mattresses from Emma, Casper, Eve, and the original Tempur mattress, etc. If you’re on a tight budget, need a supportive mattress that’s on the firmer side, and are not a hot sleeper, this could be the model for you.

The ÅBYGDA IKEA mattress contains:

• 100% Polyester zip-off cover
• 30kg Reflex support Foam
• 50kg (soft) memory Foam
• One-sided mattress

This mattress has a firm support layer before a light sink in the top layer, thanks to the softer memory Foam. If you’re used to the feel of memory Foam mattresses, you’ll either love this or hate it. Memory Foam reacts to heat, not just pressure, so it softens as you warm up in bed. It then retains heat, which is why this isn’t the mattress if you’re a hot sleeper. It will trap heat and make you sweat if you already struggle to regulate your sleep temperature.

For the price point, it’s a good value mattress for your first bed or a spare room. Like all one-sided beds, it does limit how you can even out natural wear and tear. So bear that in mind. It may also benefit from a natural fibre topper to help avoid some of the heat issues found in memory and synthetic Foam beds.

Memory Foam also tends to off-gas and produce a plasticky smell for the first few weeks as volatile organic compounds are released into the environment. All mattress fibres will offgas when new, but memory Foam and synthetic chemical-based foams tend to offgas more. If you are sensitive to these smells, consider a different mattress with lower off-gassing.

It also comes with a zip-off cover which can be washed. Caution must be taken, though, with zip-off polyester covers as they tend to warp on hotter washes. So, if washing, make sure you use a 30-degree or cold wash. Line dry and never tumble. If it warps, it will be almost impossible to get back on, and the mattress will be ruined.

9. ÅKREHAMN Mattress Review

The Åkrehamn Memory Foam mattress from IKEA is constructed with three Foam layers and priced at £359 for a king-size. Two firmness options (firm or medium firm). Zip-off washable cover. Heat retention remains an inherent limitation of memory Foam design, and it’s a one-sided model, so you can reasonably double this price when comparing to two-sided models at £700 plus.

The ÅKREHAMN mattress contains:

• Memory Foam layer (50 kg/cu.m. density – top comfort layer)
• Highly resilient polyurethane Foam layer (cold Foam – middle layer)
• Support Foam layer (33 kg/cu.m. density – base layer)
• 100% polyester cover (zip-off, machine washable at 60°C)
• 100% recycled polyester ticking and inner cover
• Non-woven polypropylene underside lining
• 20cm depth (three distinct Foam layers)
• 10-year guarantee

John Ryan Alternative: Origins Natural Comfort (£1,300 King) provides pocket spring support with a natural wool layer for temperature regulation, eliminating memory Foam’s heat retention issues while maintaining pressure relief through proper spring tension, matching a completely different beast of a 65% natural fibre mattress!

10. ÅFJÄLL Mattress Review

The Åfjäll is IKEA’ss most basic polyurethane Foam mattress, available in medium firm or firm. This mattress is suitable only for very temporary, occasional use or children’s beds. We wouldn’t recommend sleeping more than 1-2 nights per week, as the construction method makes it prone to compressing and doesn’t offer significant support for shoulder, hip, or back problems. The likelihood is that you will sleep warmer in this bed, given that it’s entirely synthetic and foam-based. The good news is that it has a washable cover!

The ÅFJÄLL mattress contains:

• Polyurethane Foam layers (33 kg/cm density – two layers)
• 100% polyester cover (zip-off, machine washable at 60°C)
• 100% recycled polyester ticking
• 70% recycled polyester filling
• Non-woven polypropylene underside
• 12cm depth (minimal for any comfort)
• 10-year guarantee

With only 12cm of mattress depth and 33kg of firm reflex Foam, we don’t have an alternative at this construction method or price point. Suitable only for children or very occasional guest use.

11. ÅGOTNES Mattress Review

This is IKEA’s ultra-budget single-layer Foam, with a depth of only 10cm, for day beds and other unusually sized ‘temporary’ sleeping areas like loungers. Made from one layer of casetllated Foam. We wouldn’t recommend using it as a primary mattress given its only 10cm thick, the same depth as most mattress toppers.

The ÅGOTNES mattress contains:

• Single polyurethane Foam layer (33 kg/cm density – one piece)
• 70% recycled polyester / 30% viscose-rayon cover
• 100% polyester filling
• Non-woven polypropylene underside lining
• 10cm depth (the thinnest mattress you should ever consider)
• 10-year guarantee

John Ryan Note: At 10cm depth and £60 price point, this represents the absolute minimum construction we have no likelike-for-likeels to this for thatthatson.

12. VESTMARKA Mattress Review

The Vestmarka is another basic sprung mattress in the entry-level segment, available in either medium-firm or firm. Bonnell/open coil springs (not pocket springs), which are your very basic entry-level spring units. Minimal upholstery with just a polyester layer (no GSM given). Suitable for guest rooms or temporary use, given the construction method or rental properties.

The VESTMARKA mattress contains:

• Polyurethane Foam layer (33 kg/cm. density)
• 100% polyester filling layer
• Bonnell spring unit (166 springs per sq.m. – open coil construction)
• 73% Cotton / 27% recycled polyester top ticking
• 100% recycled polyester side panels
• Non-woven polypropylene underside lining
• 18cm depth
• 10-year guarantee

John Ryan Note: We don’t offer cage-sprung/Bonnell-spring alternatives, as these constructions provide poor motion isolation and cause partner disturbance. Our entry-level Origins Comfort 1000 uses pocket springs for substantially better performance.

13. VADSÖ Mattress Review

The Vadsö is another entry-level mattress model from IKEA for those on a tight budget. This model features a very firm sprung mattress using Bonnell/open coil springs. IKEA’s cheapest option. Not suitable for primary bed use for extended periods if you have sleep issues or need more adaptive support at night, probably best for a guest room or temporary bed only.

The VADSÖ mattress contains:

• Polyurethane Foam layer (33 kg/cm density)
• 100% polyester filling layers (top and side)
• Bonnell spring unit (166 springs per sq m. – open coil construction)
• 70% recycled polyester / 30% viscose-rayon cover
• Non-woven polypropylene lining
• 17cm depth
• 10-year guarantee

John Ryan Note: This represents the absolute minimum mattress construction. Suitable only for very occasional use or temporary sleeping arrangements.

14. HIDRASUND Pocket Sprung Mattress Review

The HIDRASUND is IKEA’s top-end pocket sprung mattress model (DISCONTINUED) with a mix of synthetic and natural fibres – and we like to start with the best first. It features the minimum number of pocket springs for a king-size mattress, with just over 600, and a secondary layer of Micro springs in the upholstery layer. The main layer of pocket springs is supported by a coir pad, which is then covered with wool wadding and Cotton.

The Micro springs then sit on top of this, with aLatexx layer as the primary comfort layer. There’s no detail on the blend, depth, or type of Latex used in this model, which is a shame. Without this information about the Latex, you can’t really compare or assess the Foam’s firmness. We would guess it’s a 70kg layer given the feel.

This is a one-sided IKEA mattress, and so it can’t be turned.

You can rotate it, but you’re not going to get the longevity from a one-sided mattress that you will with a two-sided mattress. It seems strange to have a coir insulator pad underneath the spring system, as this offers the sleeper no benefit at all.

It would make far more senseto add a support layer on top of the main spring unit to help create a breathable layer. Ideally, the model should have this on both sides of the spring to encase and insulate them. I know IKEA states this is there for breathability, but given the cover is a polyester mix (which is heat-retentive compared to Natural fibres), where the breathability is most needed, it seems a bit misplaced.

The mattress has a very noticeable perimeter bar, almost painfully noticeable when you’re lying near the end of the bed. Perimeter support is usually provided by a thin steel frame, followed by a layer of firmer pocket springs. However, we believe in IKEA’s case, they have opted for a far thicker bar and kept the spring tension the same throughout. This is probably to ensure the 25-year guarantee holds up, but it felt overkill and rather uncomfortable.

When we first tried it, we thought it must be a cage springing when we felt the edge, but this is not the case.

The finish and ticking of the mattress are of basic quality, especially given its near £700 price tag. The side panels and handles are a Cotton mix, detailed as 53% linen, 47% viscose/rayon. It’s machine-stitched, meaning the pocket springs are not stitched to the side panel as in traditional pocket spring models. This leads us to the issue of bulging on the sides.

When sitting on the edge of the mattress, the sides bulge out. This is because they are only machine-stitched, not side-stitched, which compromises the bed’s stability if you’re an edge sleeper. The top is a polyester blend quilt with imitation tufting.

For the price, this isn’t a bad model, however, given it’s one-sided, if you increased the price slightly (for a two-sided model) you could end up with something wonderful like the Artisan 1500 mattress with 1500 pocket springs (which come in 3 different spring tensions depending on your body weight) and a whopping 4300GSM or our Origins Pocket Latex at the same price point.

15. HOKKÅSEN Pocket Sprung Mattress Review

The HOKKÅSEN is IKEA’s mid-range mattress model (DISCONTINUED), featuring a mix of synthetic spun-bond pocket springs and memory Foam as the comfort layer. This is an entirely synthetic mattress with a firm feel, and the price reflects this. The top comfort layer is a 50kg memory Foam with a medium feel and is responsive, according to our tests. Next, there’s a layer of polyester wadding, which we would imagine is around 300gsm at this price and feel.

There’s then a layer of 483 spun-bond mini springs in a Foam casing. We’ve already discussed why mini springs should be avoided where possible.

IKEA claims these mini springs help prevent sagging, but our experience suggests otherwise due to their instability.

Given how quickly they compress, they serve little purpose and force all the compression into the top comfort layers instead.

You would be better off with a double layer of polyester or another Foam layer here to avoid sagging.

However, we are arguing over semantics here! The next spring layer comprises 555 spun-bond pocket springs (in a firm gauge, we’re guessing), which is just below the usual minimum of 600 for a king-size. We guess that the Foam casing, which wraps around the springs and acts as a box to aid perimeter support, will take up the space of the 45 missing springs.

Again, it’s a one-sided model – meaning you can’t turn it. The details on this mattressares minimal, with a basic machine-stitched side panel and a handle. If your budget is around £450- £600, there are better alternatives, such as the Origins Reflex, which has a firmer feel.

It’s two-sided and features over 1020GSM of fillings and 1,000 spun-bond pocket springs in a 1.4 gauge tension. If you’re looking for something similar, have a look at our Origins Reflex model, which is two-sided, has a firm feel, and has 1020GSM of fillings.

16. MORGEDAL Memory Foam Mattress Review

The MORGEDAL IKEA mattress model (DISCONTINUED) is a one-sided memory Foam mattress; its 18cm of depth makes it one of the thinnest in its range and the thinnest mattress you should ever look at for any comfort properties. It’s made up of 33kg support Foam, also known as reflex Foam, and 50kg memory Foam. No exact details are given on the IKEA website about the thickness of the top memory Foam layer.

This is an entry-level bed at a very competitive price for IKEA. If you’re looking for years of comfort, you’ll want to look elsewhere; however, as a temporary bed or in a guest room, you might get away with this one for a couple of years’ use. Memory Foam‘s a love-it-or-hate-it material.

It retains heat, meaning you will be far warmer in a memory Foam bed than a natural fibre model, but the price reflects this.

If you haven’t experienced Memory Foam, we always advise you to try a friend’s if possible to see if the overheating and sinking feelings are tolerable for you.

We don’t offer any comparable models at this price point. Still, we suggest the Origins Pocket 1500 as a higher-spec comparison to the IKEA mattress, which is two-sided and available in two spring tensions.

17. HÖVÅG Sprung Mattress Review

The HÖVÅG IKEA mattress (DISCONTINUED) is an entry-level, spun-bond pocket-spring mattress with a firmFoamm comfort layer. It’s one of IKEA’s best-value component offerings. Compared to other sub £300 mattresses, which are usually entirely Foam, this features a spring unit. Its support unit consists of 570 spun-bond springs and a foam case that occupies the space of the other 30 springs.

The Foam also acts as the perimeter support instead of the usual metal spring frame. It uses recycled fabric as the insulating layer on top of the springs. You can see this on their website, cut away as a grey insulating layer, usually made from recycled clothes and textiles. There’s then a 30kg reflex foam ‘comfort layer’ that gives it the ultra-firm feel.

Reflex foam is typically used as the support layer in memory foam mattresses, but here it serves as the comfort layer.

There is then a layer of polyester that, given the price, is probably no more than 200 gsm before the IKEA polyester quilted cover.

Yes, you’ve guessed it: it’s a one-sided IKEA mattress, but you wouldn’t expect more for the price. Again, our Origins Reflex mattress with over 1000gsm of fillings is our nearest comparison model, even though it far exceeds the specifications and lifespan.

18. HAMARVIK Cage Sprung Mattress Review

The Hamarvik IKEA mattress (DISCONTINUED) is very firm, making it a great choice for sleepers on a really limited budget. One-sided and cage sprung, you’re not going to get the benefits of Pocket springs in terms of transference if you sleep with someone else. Cage-sprung mattresses tend to bounce and shake when one sleeper moves. And this is reflected in the price.

It’s a good value at the price point, but at the very lowest end of mattress manufacturing quality.

The Hamarvik mattress from IKEA would actually make a great mattress base pad to go underneath another mattress, giving the illusion of a sprung divan.

This model can also be crushed and rolled for delivery. It contains 23kg of materials in a king-size, which, to put into context, is a third of most sprung mattresses, which usually have 60kg+ of fibres and fillings.

19. HUSVIKA Cage Sprung Mattress Review

The HUSVIKA mattress from IKEA has a very similar construction and upholstery composition,tion and it’s also sold for day beds. We have reviewed them together, given that they are practically the same mattress.

We don’t offer any comparisons to these two cage-sprung models.

20. HYLLESTAD Pocket Sprung Foam Mattress Review

The HYLLESTAD IKEA mattress is another combination of pocket springs and foam comfort layers. It’s also one-sided; however, this model features a ‘replica tuft’ on the top. Given that you can’t tuft through foam very easily, these were stitched through to the top foam layer to help hold the cover in place. On traditional mattresses, hand tufts run the full length of the mattress and help hold fibres and upholstery in place, reducing settlement.

This IKEA mattress with foam and springs makes it impossible to truly tuft, so they use a light-stitch method instead.

This model features 570 synthetic pocket springs topped with 30kg Reflex foam and then 50kg memory foam for a really firm feel.IKEA doesn’t give the depths, unfortunately, just the foam densities.

We don’t have any comparisons for this model, but we found it true to its firm feel with a very solid comfort layer. Again, people not used to sleeping on foam should really try one first, if possible, to see if overheating is a problem.

21. MALFORS Foam Mattress Review

The MALFORS IKEA mattress is the first two-sided mattress from IKEA – but don’t get too excited! It’s a single layer of 30kg reflex foam for a very firm, rm solid sleeping surface.

This IKEA mattress model has no comfort layers or springs, relying solely on a single foam layer as its main component.

There is a polyester wadding layer, and we estimate it is 200 GSM on top of the foam in the quilted layer.

The price, once again, reflects this from IKEA, and this model is probably aimed at the spare room or a very budget-conscious sleeper. Weighing in at 14kg for a King-size, it’s the same weight as a quality mattress topper and could actually be used as a very firm topper on another mattress if need be.

22. What’s IKEA’s S-Core Spring Technology?

In 2023, IKEA introduced a new term to the mattress world with its S-Core springs. We’ve been intrigued by this and sliced some open to take a look. We were a bit stunned when we saw the cutaway with simple steel pocket springsinsided,e unless we were missing something. However, as these are coupled with micro springs (read our review of thoshere)er,e) We believe this term refers to both the pocket spring and the micro spring combined. The S-Core doesn’t relate to a new spring shape or any new materials, and seems more like a marketing spin, sadly. We’d love IKEA to confirm one way or the other.

22. What type of springs do IKEA mattresses use?

IKEA uses three types of mattress springs in its bed models:

A) Spunbond Pocket Springs in IKEA

The first is Spunbond pocket springs (you can read more on them here). Unfortunately, they don’t specify the spring wire gauge, so we’re not 100% sure which tension the springs actually are. From testing out the range, we guess they are a firmer gauge,t somewhere between a 1.4-1.6 gauge spring. Without confirmation, we can’t be sure.

B) Micro or HD Springs from IKEA

The second spring that IKEA uses is the micro spring, which has recently started to appear in mattress showrooms and retailers. We’re not a fan of micro springs, as there’s been a move to use them to hyperinflate spring counts in mattresses. This is not the case for IKEA, which typically uses them as a secondary comfort layer and to increase loft in its one-sided mattresses.

Caution, however, should be taken when you see other mattress models claiming 4,000, 6,000 or even 8,000 springs. The maximum single-layer count of Pocket Springs you can fit in a mattress is 2,000. After that, it’s either a dual-layer of pocket springs, like our Artisan Bespoke 002, or Micro/HD springs.

The minimum number of regular Pocket Springs you can fit in a mattress is 600 springs.

This is why some of IKEA’s models have around 550-570: they use a foam tray to house them rather than a perimeter wire.

C) Bonell Coil / Cage Sprung IKEA beds

The third spring they use is the dreaded cage or Bonell spring, a single massive spring unit. It’s the cheapest spring construction method, and HAMARVIK & HUSVIKA represent that. If possible, you should avoid Bonell spring units, as they are dreadfully uncomfortable and have a habit of waking sleepers when you want to move during the night because they wobble & shake.

They also offer no protection against rolling together during the night, as the central part of the open coil spring unit is the one point of weakness.

23. IKEA Mattresses Bulging Sides

So why did the IKEA pocket-sprung models we tried bulge when you sit or lie near the edge? The reason is that the side panels are not stitched through to the pocket spring unit, as they are on other mattresses. There’s also little wadding or padding to aid rigidity for the IKEA mattress side panels. One reason for this may be a compromise to enable the mattresses to be crushed and rolled for delivery. We’ve written extensively about boxed mattresses, including Simba, Eve, and Casper.

We’ve also tested how quickly mattresses are damaged when rolled for more than 2 months. Foam can tear over time, and springs can become deformed. This is why we would never design a mattress that can be rolled.

The convenience of that delivery means you’re left with a far poorer mattress choice, as only very basic mattresses can be crushed and rolled.

You end up compromising the mattress upholstery and structure for a quicker delivery. It’s not just the models we have tried that have had bulging issues: the Premier Inn mattress we tested also did!

24. How are IKEA Mattresses Rolled & Delivered?

IKEA, like other ‘mattress in a box’ companies, are offering to roll their mattresses for delivery. You will often find this with one-sided and entry-level mattresses for two reasons. The first reason is that entry-level models have only a fraction of the upholstery layers of mid- to high-end models, meaning their contents can be crushed and squashed together much more easily.

The second reason is that the cost of transport is much lower with a mattress-in-a-box. It’s far easier to roll a mattress and get 40 on a truck than have 6 full-size mattresses on a truck.

Whilst it’s a clever way to save space, it’s probably not the best way to handle any mattress.

25. What’s the best IKEA mattress?

Based on our testing and delving under the covers, the best all-rounder, which features some natural fibres and spunbond pocket springs, is the IKEA HIDRASUND mattress. However, it’s a one-sided mattress with pretty pointless micro springs, and the obvious perimeter bar is felt. You will probably want to pair this mattress with a deep topper to address the issues associated with one-sided mattresses that can’t be flipped. i.e., settlement and potential dips.

26. Does rolling IKEA mattresses damage them?

The mattress is rolled under considerable pressure to compress all the materials, and they are then strapped up while they await delivery.

You will find that any rolled mattress takes days to reach its final settlement. It takes a while for all the air and spaces between the fibres and springs to reform. So you’re not going to get a true feel of the mattress for the first 3-5days, in our experience. It solves the problem of restricted access in smaller properties and flats; however, if you choose a Zip & Link model in our range, it comes in two parts.

This means that they can pretty much fit in any room, no matter how restricted the access is. The reason we don’t roll our mattresses is also twofold. Firstly, we don’t like the potential damage rolling can cause to the components within the mattress. Secondly, our mattresses can’t be rolled as they contain far too many upholstery fillings to be crushed.

A nice problem to have!

27. Who Makes IKEA’s Mattresses?

IKEA doesn’t divulge who makes its mattresses, but we suspect it uses a variety of manufacturers outside the UK to produce batches of its models, which are then shipped to the UK. This is similar to imported white-label beds, where the same specifications are mass-produced and then labelled for different suppliers worldwide. We will continue to see if we can find out the exact source – let us know if you have any more details on their manufacturers.

Need more help choosing a new mattress? Why not check out our ultimate mattress-buying guide vlog? It will help you save both time and money when looking for a new mattress!

28. IKEA mattress guarantees and returns explained

What happens if your IKEA mattress isn’t comfortable, isn’t suitable, or, worse still, develops a fault? Well, there’s a whole host of remedies for unsuitable purchases or if your IKEA mattress becomes faulty. We summarise the options open to you below. If you want to delve deeper into how to return or claim a faulty IKEA bed, definitely read this post!

• IKEA mattresses can be exchanged within 365 days
• They must be clean and free from damage
• The customer has to return the mattress to their store
• You must present your original receipt
• You may need to hire a van, depending on the size of your mattress
• Mattresses must not be folded, or the exchange is void
• If claiming under a guarantee, fault, speak to the store first on 0203 645 0000.
• IKEA will inspect potential faulty mattresses itself
• They don’t use an independent third-party inspector
• If deemed faulty, then you will either get a replacement or an alternative

29. Two-Sided Difference: Why Construction Method Matters

This single factor explains more of the variation in mattress value than any other specification. Understanding why two-sided construction matters transforms how you evaluate seemingly attractive prices.

How Two-Sided Construction Works

Traditional mattresses place identical upholstery layers on both surfaces. You sleep on Side A for a month, then flip to Side B for a month, then return to Side A. Over 24 months, each side receives 12 months of compression, followed by 12 months of recovery time when pressure is removed. Natural fibres (wool, horsehair, Cotton) respond to this recovery time by regaining loft. Springs decompress fully when not loaded.

This flipping routine distributes wear across twice the surface area and twice the upholstery material. Settlement occurs evenly over both sides rather than concentrating on a single surface. When properly maintained (monthly flips), a two-sided mattress lasts 10-15 years before requiring replacement.

How One-Sided Construction Fails

One-sided mattresses place all upholstery on a single sleeping surface, with a non-sleeping base side that often uses minimal padding or a rigid board. You cannot flip the mattress, as the base isn’t designed for sleeping; there are no fillings to provide comfort. All compression, all body weight, all settlement concentrates on the single sleeping surface every night without respite.

Natural fibres don’t recover effectively under continuous loadin—springss never fully decompress. Settlement accelerates because the entire force of nightly body weight focuses on the same materials without distribution or rest. Manufacturers compensate by using Foam or synthetic fibres that initially feel supportive but compress permanently under sustained load.

Industry data (which IKEA doesn’t publish for their models) suggests one-sided mattresses last 4-7 years before requiring replacement – roughly half the lifespan of equivalent two-sided construction. IKEA’s 10-year guarantee covers manufacturing defects, not the gradual wear and tear inherent to one-sided design.

Why IKEA Abandoned Two-Sided Design

IKEA hasn’t published official reasoning, but the pattern across budget furniture retail suggests three factors: manufacturing cost reduction (eliminating half the upholstery labour), logistics efficiency (one-sided mattress packaging flatter in compression), and increased replacement cycles, generating more frequent sales. The old MALFORS was IKEA’s last two-sided mattress – its discontinuation signals strategic choice rather than quality improvement.

Cost Per Year Reality Check

Consider VÅGSTRANDA at £349 versus Origins Comfort 1000 at £890:

VÅGSTRANDA (one-sided):
£349  5 years expected lifespan = £70 per year
Over 10 years: £349 + £349 (replacement at year 5) = £698 total / 10 years = £70 per year

Origins Comfort 1000 (two-sided):
£890 10 years expected lifespan = £89 per year

Wait – IKEA is cheaper per year? Initially, yes, but this analysis assumes VÅGSTRANDA actually achieves 5 years. Customer reports on social media and forums suggest 3-4 years is more realistic for daily use, which changes the calculation:

VÅGSTRANDA realistic lifespan:
Over 10 years: (£349 3 replacements) = £1,047 total / 10 years = £105 per year

The two-sided construction advantage compounds over time because each flip distributes wear, extending total lifespan unpredictably beyond the minimum expectation. We’ve seen properly maintained two-sided natural fibre mattresses exceed 15 years – one-sided construction cannot achieve this, regardless of initial materials.

Summary

IKEA’s mattress range is of sound quality for the price point. If you’re on a budget, their HÖVÅG & HIDRASUND IKEA models offer good value and a mix of some natural fibres and layers. What must be taken into consideration, however, is that these are all one-sided mattresses, except for the MALFORS. So, when comparing the models on price, you need to bear that in mind.

You only have one side to sleep on, unlike the two-sided models we compare to. What’s great is that IKEA shows you what’s inside their mattresses, with cutaways and technical specifications, which is a far cry from most mattress retailers who like to hide the contents, making it near impossible for you to compare! However, they could go one step further and detail the grams per square meter of their fibres to give full transparency. If you’re on a budget, though, the IKEA range is good value and convenient.

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All pricing is accurate as of January 2026. IKEA prices verified against ikea.com/gb. John Ryan’s prices were verified against the November 2025 price list. Expected lifespans based on manufacturer data, industry standards, and customer feedback aggregation – individual results vary based on usage patterns and maintenance.