A GREAT mattress can make all the difference between waking up ready to conquer the world or feeling like you barely slept a wink.
If you are looking for the best mattress sales this October, we’ve done the hard work for you and tracked down all the discounts you won’t want to sleep on.
- Simba mattress deals – shop here
- Emma Sleep mattress deals – shop here
- Nectar mattress deals – shop here
- Silentnight mattress deals – shop here
While a new mattress one can be pricey, killer deals make it much easier to snag a comfy upgrade – because really, what’s better than investing in your sleep health?
An old, saggy mattress is practically begging to ruin your day with backaches and grumpiness.
Luckily, modern mattresses are packed with cool features (some even are cooling mattresses).
Since it’s a big purchase, consider whether you want springs, memory foam or a hybrid – then find the perfect deal and sleep like a baby.
We’ve rounded up the best sale offers this month, so you can be sure you’re getting the most for your money.
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Simba Sleep: Claim a FREE bundle worth £646
Get FREE pillows, duvet and mattress protectors worth £646 with selected mattresses
Simba claims to be the world’s most five-star reviewed mattress brand and we don’t disagree…
You can check out our glowing reviews of the Hybrid Pro Mattress, Simba Hybrid Mattress, Hybrid Luxe and the Simba Kids Mattress to see what all the hype is about.
The sleep giant currently has a great offer which allows you to score free pillows, duvets and protectors, worth £646, when you buy a Luxe, Ultra Hybrid or Apex mattress.
Or if you buy a Pro Hybrid or Escape mattress you can claim a pillow and protector bundle worth £387.
Elsewhere, you can enjoy clearance prices on Simba performance bed linen, which is now £55 for the 200-thread count king-sized set.
If you’re happy to shop refurbished, you can also pick up a fully tested and deep-cleaned mattress for as little as £199.
Panda London: Get 10% off
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Save 10% off your first order from Panda London
Panda London‘s award-winning bamboo mattress toppers, pillows, bedding and UK-made mattresses are perfect if you’re looking to be more eco-friendly when purchasing.
We put one of the brand’s mattress toppers to the test in our review of the best mattress toppers and reported back that “it made a remarkable difference to the comfort of our mattress and sleep.”
New customers can visit the website and claim 10% off their first order by signing up for the newsletter.
Using the sign-up saving knocks £129 off the brand’s double-size Hybrid Bamboo Mattress Pro.
Emma Mattresses: 40% off the Luxe Cooling Mattress
Save 40% off Emma autumn deals
Emma has up to 40% off beds, mattresses and accessories in the brand’s autumn deals – and even bigger discounts in the outlet sale.
For instance, you can get 40% off the Emma Luxe Cooling Mattress, which was £1,139 for a double and is now £683.40.
The Emma Signature Bed meanwhile, is discounted by a massive 50% in the outlet, taking it down from £373 to £186.50 for a double.
Sale prices, free delivery and return, as well as a 200-night trial on Emma mattresses, mean there’s never been a better time to update your sleeping situation.
If you’re after more information before you make a purchase, head over to our Emma premium mattress review.
Nectar Sleep Mattresses: £750 off the Premier Mattress
Save up to 45% on mattresses in the Nectar sale
Nectar Sleep’s mattresses are well-regarded for being both comfortable and lightweight.
There’s currently up to 45% off mattresses, including an incredible £750 saving on the Premier Mattress.
There’s also money to be saved on bundles, with £584.70 off the Nectar Premier Hybrid Mattress and Duvet (double), or £901.15 off the Nectar Starter Bundle (double).
If you’re after a new bed, then the Nectar Divan is on offer with £177 off for the double, while the Nectar Luxury Plus Divan Bed has a saving of £171.
Need some insight? Head over to our Nectar mattress review for everything you need to know.
Dreams Mattresses: save 50% off the Dream Team Kirkham Combination Mattress
Save up to 50% in the Dreams sale
In the current Dreams sale, you can save up to 50% on mattresses and bed frames.
For example, you can save 50% off the Dream Team Kirkham Combination Mattress, which is now just £449 for the double – down from £899.
As one of the UK’s leading mattress brands, Dreams also offers free delivery and 0% finance on purchases over £500 if you wish to spread the cost.
Otty Mattresses: save up to 40% off Original Hybrid Mattress
Save up to 40% off mattresses in the Otty sale
You can currently buy one of Otty’s award-winning, quality mattresses with up to 40% off in the Otty sale.
The offer means shoppers can save £100 off the Otty Original Hybrid Mattress, which was £699.99 and is now £599.99.
And if you also buy pillows, a duvet set and a mattress protector to accompany your mattress at the same time, you’ll end up saving a whopping £424.
There’s also £125 off the Otty Pure Hybrid Bamboo Mattress With Charcoal, which is now £624.99 for the double size.
As standard Otty offers a 100-night trial, 10 year guarantee and there’s even a courier service to pick up your old mattress for a small fee.
Dormeo: save £1,250 off the Octaspring 9500 Latex Memory Foam Mattress
Save up to £1,100 off in the Dormeo Autumn Sale
Specialising in Italian-designed, European-made memory foam mattresses, Dormeo has been on the bed scene for the last 10 years.
The brand offers an extensive range of award-winning mattresses for all budgets, but the deal that has caught our eye is a massive £1,250.99 off the Octaspring 9500 Latex Memory Foam Mattress and £1,120.99 off the Octaspring 8500 Memory Foam Mattress.
You can also get an extra £10 off your order when you sign up for the newsletter, which should pop up when you visit the Dormeo website.
Need help deciding which mattress to choose? Read our Dormeo mattress review to find out more.
TEMPUR: save £440 off the Hybrid Elite
Save up to £440 off in the TEMPUR Special Offers
TEMPUR’s current sale offers discounts across a range of mattresses and beds, including £440 off both the Hybrid Elite and the Original Elite.
These are limited stock offers, so you’ll have to be quick to make sure you don’t miss out.
Read our Tempur mattress review to find out what we think of some of the most popular styles.
REM-Fit: save 60% off
Save up to 60% off Hybrid Mattresses at REM-Fit
There’s up to 60% off mattresses (and free pillows with select models) at REM-Fit at the moment, and it’s not the first time we’ve been impressed by its collection.
Right now, you can pick up the REM-Fit Hybrid Pocket 1000 Mattress in a double for £279.60, which is an amazing 60% off.
Meanwhile the REM-Fit 400 Hybrid has 50% off, taking it down to £624.50 for the double.
Read our REM-Fit 400 Hybrid mattress review for an in-depth look at another of the brand’s mattresses.
Where to buy mattresses in the UK?
You can buy a mattress at a range of furniture and homeware shops in the UK, but you’ll get the best deals at specialised mattress retailers, including:
- Emma Mattresses
- Simba
- Brook + Wilde
- Nectar
- Otty
- Dreams
- Happy Beds
- Dormeo
- Tempur
- Bensons for Beds
- REM-Fit
How to spot a good deal on a mattress
When researching mattresses, you’ll quickly discover there are always deals to be had – no matter what type of mattress you’re looking for.
Brands like Simba and Emma often run regular offers, and stores like Dreams and Bensons for Beds hold sales with discounts on select mattresses.
If you know you need a new mattress soon, but can wait a while, then Black Friday tends to be the best time of year to buy, with the biggest discounts.
However, if you can’t wait for the annual sale event, then make sure to shop around and compare prices before parting with your money.
You might also want to upgrade your bedding or grab a mattress topper while you’re at it.
Take a look at our reviews of the best duvets, our Simba Hybrid Essential Topper review and best mattress toppers for inspiration.
How to choose a mattress
When choosing a new mattress it is important to think about how you sleep!
Side sleepers usually need a softer mattress for extra cushioning, while back and stomach sleepers do better with a firmer one for proper support.
If you’re shopping for a child, pick something that supports their growing bodies.
And, of course, always consider your budget.
To ensure you’re getting the best price on your chosen new mattress, always shop around and compare prices. or hold out for the regular sales or special promotions that take place throughout the year.
You could also open the live chat box and speak to a company representative to talk through the specifics of the available deals.
While a mattress can be pricey, it’s an investment that’ll give you years of restful sleep – totally worth it!
What is the best month to buy a mattress?
While it’s true that mattress retailers tend to drop prices on certain days, such as bank holidays and shopping holidays, you’ll find a great mattress deal in pretty much any month of the year.
However, according to The Sleep Foundation, many mattress brands introduce new models in mid to late spring.
This means that the prices on older models are often slashed dramatically, so spring could be the most sensible time to buy a mattress.
Should I wait until Black Friday to buy a mattress?
Mattresses need to be replaced every six to eight years: if yours is on the way out, you’ll probably find yourself desperate to buy a new one as soon as possible.
Black Friday takes place in November, so there’s not long to go.
Although it’s one of the best times to buy a mattress for less, there are risks involved with waiting until the shopping holiday.
As many people buy mattresses on Black Friday, those with the biggest discounts tend to sell out quickly.
You can generally find a good deal at any time of the year, so it might be best to shop the sale now while your favourite model is still in stock.
How much do mattresses cost?
A good spring mattress doesn’t have to cost much more than £150 for a double.
Memory foam mattresses tend to be a little more expensive, but you can find good quality doubles from £300.
Hybrid mattresses, which contain a mix of foam and springs, are more expensive still and can cost anything from £400 to £1,000 and above for a double.
Other factors to consider when you buy include the length of the trial period you’ll get (most internet-only brands offer 100 nights), as well as shipping costs, which can quickly send your overall costs soaring.
Some of the online-only brands, such as Emma, offer free delivery.
Which is the best bed in a box company?
Opinions on this are always changing, as newer and more innovative designs hit the market.
Most of the top bed-in-a-box brands have thousands of five-star reviews, so you can trust that there are plenty of quality options out there.
However, a few names consistently pop up in the best mattress lists.
Brands like Emma, Simba and Eve are known not just for their top-rated mattresses, but also for excellent customer service and delivery.
You can’t go wrong with any of these!
How often should you change your mattress?
The Better Sleep Council suggests replacing your mattress every seven years, but that’s just a guideline.
If your mattress is in good shape and still comfy, you can keep it longer.
However, if you’re sleeping better in hotel beds or waking up sore, it’s probably time for a new one.
Ready to upgrade?
Check out our shopping home page for more great mattress inspiration and loads of homeware ideas.
The best sleep routine and environment
Thomas Høegh Reisenhus, TEMPUR® sleep specialist & sleep counsellor, reveals the key components of a good bedtime routine and environment…
A sure-fire way to facilitate a better night’s sleep is to practice good sleep hygiene.
Establish a sleep routine that works for you and stick to it.
This will help your body establish a consistent, natural sleep-wake cycle which can do wonders for your overall sleep quality.
As such, try to avoid making up for lost sleep with a lie-in.
Instead of sleeping in, spend your morning reading a book in bed or having a leisurely coffee in the kitchen.
Ensure that your bedroom, bedding, and sleepwear are fit for purpose too.
The ideal sleep environment is dark, quiet, and cool – much like a cave.
If you find unwelcome sources of light are keeping you up, consider investing in an eye mask or black-out curtains.
Adding soft furnishings can be a great way to reduce noise, with the surfaces having an absorptive quality, but if this doesn’t work, consider embracing a soothing soundtrack to block it out.
In terms of temperature, try to keep your bedroom at 18°C. You can further reduce the risk of waking up due to overheating by ensuring that all your bedding and sleepwear is made with natural, breathable materials such as cotton and linen.
Bear in mind that everyone is different; what might work for most, may not work for you!
Whilst knowing how much sleep you should get, how to overcome common barriers, and practicing good sleep hygiene can facilitate a great night’s sleep, if you continue to struggle with sleep or fatigue persistently, do not hesitate to visit a doctor or health professional for support.
