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Origin

Origin started in Germany in 2018 and now ships mattresses to eight countries, including the UK. The brand works with a German design team and a panel of doctors, chiropractors and physiotherapists to shape each model around spinal alignment and pressure relief. UK prices run from around £279 on the smaller sizes up to £971 for the larger hybrids, which puts the range squarely in the mid-market bracket.

Their headline product is the Origin Hybrid Pro. It uses over 5,700 TitaniumCoil pocket springs, a layer of bamboo-infused wool and a breathable pillow top, and the feel sits in the medium-firm range. Every mattress ships with a 200-night home trial, so there is time to judge it properly through different seasons before committing. Feedback from UK sleepers has been consistently positive on both comfort and value for money.

Read our full Origin review

Flaxby

Flaxby mattresses are sold exclusively by the popular retailer, Dreams. The collection is a more up-market premium brand within the lineup and uses an impressive array of comfortable and soft materials in the upper layers of their mattresses to ensure a natural and comfortable sleeping surface. Flaxby are focussed toward ensuring a greener and fresher sleep that is more environmentally friendly. That’s why they utilise 100% recyclable spring systems and natural fibres to help safeguard the environment for future generations.

A feature unique to Flaxby includes their new all-seasons lineup which sees a two sided mattress which has different comfort layers on each side, giving a “warmer” side and a “cooler” side.

Read our full Flaxby review

Mattress Score

Overall Score:
Origin: 4.41/5.00
Flaxby: 4.38/5.00

Price:
Origin: £279.00 - £971.00
Flaxby: £999.00 - £2299.00


Based on aggregated reviews and performance scoring, we would recommend Origin in this face off!


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Origin Owner Satisfaction

The Origin Hybrid scores 4.8 out of 5 across the reviews we have tracked, which puts it near the top of the mid-price hybrid category. Most of the praise comes from back and stomach sleepers, who find the firm feel keeps the hips and shoulders properly aligned through the night. Side sleepers and anyone who prefers a softer surface tend to find it too firm for their taste, so it pays to be honest about your preferred position before ordering.

On temperature, the SnowTencel cover and the cooling gel in the HexaGrid layer do a reasonable job of pulling heat away from the body, and hot sleepers rarely complain. The two sticking points we hear about are the fixed cover, which cannot be unzipped for cleaning, and the amount of plastic used in the packaging. Neither issue affects how the mattress performs night to night, but both are worth knowing about before you buy.

Origin Supportiveness

Support is where Origin puts most of its engineering effort. The Hybrid Pro pairs a HexaGrid Plus comfort layer with titanium-reinforced pocket springs, and the two work together to hold the spine in a neutral line without letting the hips sink. The bamboo wool layer above that adds a small amount of give so the surface does not feel hard, and it helps air move through the mattress rather than pooling under the body.

In practice that means back and stomach sleepers get firm, stable support, while side sleepers still get enough cushioning at the shoulder to avoid pressure points. It is not the plushest mattress on the market, but for anyone who wants their bed to feel genuinely supportive rather than soft, Origin gets the balance right.

Origin Durability

The SnowTencel cover on Origin mattresses feels soft to the touch and holds up well to regular use, and the hybrid build of foam over pocket springs is the format we generally expect to last longest. Buyers who have owned theirs for two or three years report no visible sagging and no obvious wear on the cover.

A good quality mattress should last around seven years before it needs replacing, and on the evidence so far there is no reason to think the current Origin range will fall short of that. The materials are good, the construction is sound and the warranty backs it up, so durability is not an area we have any concerns about.

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    Flaxby Owner Satisfaction

    Flaxby mattresses are some of the better reviewed in the industry achieving impressive scores on a continual basis that generally outperform the competition. Owners are particularly overjoyed because Flaxby is offering the great comfort and support that we all love but introduce multiple new features that help provide an enhanced sleep experience. Customers particularly enjoyed the all-season range which gave people a deep sleep all year round that kept them cool in summer and warm in winter, the perfect combination.

    Customers also enjoyed the natural cotton, wool & hemp fillings that come as standard on many in the lineup with particular attention being drawn to the fantastic 5 year guarantee on most models.

    Flaxby Supportiveness

    Flaxby mattresses have a great deal of supportiveness thanks to the Cortec™ and DNAir pocket spring systems on offer within the lineup. The Flaxby range is what we consider to be a traditional lineup with typical high quality manufacturing processes that result in luxurious and supportive mattresses. Pocket springs have generally remained unrivaled over the years and are my own personal favourite support layer when it comes to offering good tension for back and neck support. Many of the products on offer are available with multiple tension options which means you have a choice around how firm you would like the product to be. Depending on how you sleep (front, back, side) to how much you weigh are all determinations when choosing the right supportiveness.

    Flaxby Durability

    Flaxby mattresses will typically perform better in terms of true longevity than many other mattress suppliers due to their large investment in good quality pocket spring support layers combined with tried and tested comfort layers of wool and silk. The combination of these materials gives customers confidence but also the retailer, Dreams. This is evident in their backing of this product lineup with the impressive 5 year guarantee that ensures long standing support in the event of any manufacturing defects. The price point for Flaxby may often price certain people out of the market who are looking for something a little cheaper, however, when you consider the lifespan and the cost per night of sleep as a result, the Flaxby offers a fantastic opportunity for sleepers thanks to its durability and comfort.

    Flaxby Best Offers

    We've managed to find the following top deals from across the web on Flaxby mattresses.

    Origin Most Useful Customer Reviews

    4 Richard W

    Definitely found this mattress both lavish and supportive. Sank into bed like a dream, yet there was a solid feel that provided excellent back alignment. Convenient delivery methods are a bonus. Worth every penny.

    5 Mic 747

    Genuine, satisfied buyer here. This bed was a hit with my pets. Fits just right in our living room and the cats love it - cosy and supportive for their daily lounging. Happy customer indeed.

    5 The Druid

    A great night's sleep is guaranteed with this The pillow offers a cool night's rest and really lives up to its promises of support and durability. Definitely worth every penny.

    5 Verified Buyer

    Effortlessly provides the right balance between firmness and comfort. The cooling feature is a plus for those warm nights. Good value for money.

    5 NiallD

    Just right in terms of comfort and support for a restful night's sleep. The rebound effect is pretty cool, it moulds to body shape quite well.

    Flaxby Most Useful Customer Reviews

    5 Ayup

    I was extremely dubious about purchasing this mattress and had been looking at the reviews for a good couple of months before taking the plunge. I went in Dreams several times to lay on it and make sure I wasn't making any bad decisions. It felt like the mattress was just hugging you right back when you laid on it! Good support in the lower back area too as I have a permanent slipped disc and spinal arthritis so I had to be 110% certain I was getting the right mattress. I have now had this mattress for over two months. My patter goes like this: sleep on one side for 7 days, then sleep on the other side. Then rotate the mattress and repeat the first steps. It is quite heavy to rotate but I'm just relieved I have finally found the perfect mattress again after 13 years of agony and going through about 5 different mattresses! There is no dipping as I rotate the mattress regularly - I am only 9st just over so not really big enough to be making the bed dip. I have a mattress protector on the bed, and use medium pillows. I am sleeping like a dream. I now manage to have nights where I sleep right through without waking for the loo or with pain! I no longer wake up with back pain anymore. I really am one happy lady! Would definitely recommend this mattress to others BUT if you are on the larger side, go for a firm it will soften over time, as seen other reviews saying this mattress dips so I guess if your on the heavy side you may or may not have an issue. Have attached pictures of when I first got the mattress compared with 3 months later and as you can see, no dips and looks just as good. I also bought the bed frame from dreams too.

    5 Verified Reviewer

    I did a lot of research to find the right mattress. After a lengthy period hunting, I came across this model within the Flaxby range. It has everything that my partner and I were looking for. We had put up with our previous mattress for far too long so we decided to make an investment. We have not been disappointment at all. Considering that this only comes in either a medium/firm or firm, I was surprised at just how comfortable the medium/firm actually is. We sink into it. The pillow top does help. We've only had the mattress a few nights and know that we are getting the best sleep ever as it is a world famous Harrison Spinks. The mattress is a lot taller than our old one, and I was worried that the sheets wouldn't fit as a result and we would have to by king size sheets, but everything fits perfectly. Oh, aches and pains in my neck have vanished. Suffering with pains when you wake up, then do yourself a favour and get a Flaxby. You will not be disappointed. Hand made is BEST made.

    5 StephanieJ

    Amazing!! We bought the king size, solid slat bed with a smart 43” LG TV. We assembled the bed ourselves which wasn’t too hard as we were given the instructions on purchase to study before it arrived. It arrived within 6 weeks and the delivery men were so friendly they took everything up to our bedroom for us! The frame itself is very sturdy, barely even wobbles (during activities) we probably could have gone for a better mattress but the one we chose suited budget. The tv takes about 20 seconds to go up and down, comes with a remote to go up and down the remote is even a torch as well! Even the headboard is cosy to sit up and lean against with or without pillows. My only wobble with it is I would have liked the frame to be a bit higher. All in all the best purchase we’ve ever made!

    5 J Fraser

    The service from the Dreams store in Berryden was great, with sound advice given and all questions answered. I was kept informed about the scheduled delivery and was provided with a 2 hour time slot the day before, which was confirmed with a telephone call from the drivers on the day. They were courteous and ensured that the mattresses were in place and as expected, removing my old ones, and taking all the packaging away too. My only issue, was that the cost of removing and disposing of my old mattresses had risen significantly, taking advantage of the difficulty accessing uplifts by the council. I would definitely buy from Dreams again and have recommended them to friends and family.

    5 LincolnImp

    I made the purchase of this ottoman storage double divan with aquatic mattress and headboard entirely over the telephone. The sales rep at the Grimsby store was so helpful - I knew I wanted a velvet finish to the bed and he was able to assist me with various pricings, options and colourways. When the bed was delivered, the two gentlemen who assembled it were efficient and friendly and took the time to show me how to access the storage - where to hold when lifting and closing (two separate techniques). I am very happy to recommend Dreams for quality, value and service, from showroom to delivery.

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