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Otty

Otty is a British brand that started in 2017 and has grown quickly into one of the most recognised hybrid mattress names on the UK market. The company is based in Leeds and sells direct to the customer, cutting out the middle man in the traditional bed retail chain and passing the savings on in the form of long trial periods and sensible prices.

Their hybrid lineup pairs cooling gel infused memory foam with individually encased pocket springs, and it is the hybrid build that Otty is best known for. Every mattress ships vacuum packed in a box, and buyers get a 100 night home trial along with a 10 year guarantee.

Read our full Otty review

Ergoflex

Ergoflex entered the UK in 2006 and is one of the original bed-in-a-box brands, predating Emma, Simba and Nectar by nearly a decade. The brand has stayed true to a single-product philosophy throughout, with the Ergoflex 5G being the current and only mattress in the range. It is a deep, five-layer all-foam mattress measuring about 23 cm, built entirely from Ergoflex's own in-house manufactured foams and wrapped in a removable TENCEL cover.

The single-product approach is deliberate. Rather than splitting engineering effort across a dozen models, Ergoflex invests all of its development into refining the 5G. The result is a mattress that has been steadily improved over multiple generations without the complexity of a large catalogue.

Read our full Ergoflex review

Mattress Score

Overall Score:
Otty: 4.44/5.00
Ergoflex: 4.00/5.00

Price:
Otty: £474.99 - £1249.99
Ergoflex: £503.00 - £503.00


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


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Otty Owner Satisfaction

Otty mattresses sit at around 4.7 out of 5 across the review sites we track, which is close to the top of the hybrid category in the UK. Most of the praise focuses on two things: the genuinely cool feel, which comes from the breathable cover and the open spring layer, and the edge support, which is noticeably firmer than most foam rivals.

Couples tend to rate Otty higher than single sleepers, because the pocket springs absorb movement well and the firm edges mean nobody rolls towards the middle. The mattress is on the firmer side of medium, so side sleepers who want a very soft feel sometimes find it a little too supportive, but for most average weight sleepers the firmness works out just right.

Otty Supportiveness

The Otty Original Hybrid uses a top layer of cooling gel memory foam over a reflex foam transition layer and a core of pocket springs. Each spring moves independently, which is why the mattress copes well with two people of different weights sleeping side by side. The foam layers add enough pressure relief for the shoulders and hips, and the spring core keeps the lower back properly supported without letting anyone sink into a hammock shape.

For heavier sleepers over about 16 stone, Otty also makes the Pure Hybrid Plus, which has a reinforced spring unit and thicker comfort layers to stop the mattress bottoming out. In both models, the support level is one of the things owners consistently pick out as a strong point.

Otty Durability

Otty uses a high gauge spring unit and good quality foams above it, which is the right recipe for a mattress that holds its shape over the long run. The cover is removable and washable, which is unusual at this level of the market and helps the mattress stay fresh over the years.

Long term owners we have spoken to report very little sagging at the three and four year mark, and the 10 year guarantee gives a clear signal of how much life the brand expects out of its own product. Given the materials and the build, Otty mattresses are well positioned to last the seven to ten years that most buyers are looking for.

Otty Best Offers

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

    Ergoflex Owner Satisfaction

    Ergoflex carries OEKO-TEX certification on its materials and a 10-year guarantee as standard. The 30-night trial is shorter than most current rivals, with Emma and Simba at 200 nights and Nectar at 365, but it is enough time to form a proper opinion on the feel. Independent reviews consistently highlight edge support, motion isolation and durability as the three areas where the 5G scores strongest.

    The single-product model removes the decision fatigue that affects buyers shopping brands with large catalogues. There is one mattress, one feel, one price. That simplicity is a genuine selling point for buyers who find the mattress market overwhelming.

    Ergoflex Supportiveness

    The 5G uses a 9 cm high-density visco-elastic comfort layer for pressure relief, a 5 cm cool-sleep airflow system for temperature management, and a 9 cm resilient base for structural support. The overall feel is medium firm and the foam contours to the body progressively rather than sinking in immediately. Back sleepers and side sleepers of average weight are well served.

    The deep all-foam build means the 5G does not have the bounce or responsiveness of a hybrid pocket spring mattress. Stomach sleepers and restless sleepers who change position frequently during the night may find the slower foam response restrictive compared with a spring-based alternative.

    Ergoflex Durability

    In-house foam manufacturing is the single biggest advantage Ergoflex has on durability. Because the brand makes its own foams rather than buying from third-party suppliers, the density and quality of the raw material is controlled from production through to finished mattress. This consistency is one of the reasons the 5G has accumulated positive durability reviews spanning years of real-world use.

    The 10-year guarantee backs the build quality, and the removable TENCEL cover helps with long-term hygiene by allowing the outer layer to be washed independently of the foam core. For an all-foam mattress at this price tier, the durability profile is strong.

    Ergoflex Best Offers

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

      Otty Most Useful Customer Reviews

      4 Verified Buyer

      The plush comfort yet firm support is really impressive. It must be due to the mixed layers of wool, silk, and cashmere along with the firm pocket-spring core. Truly, it is a good balance.

      5 Aliceee

      Really comfortable and noticeably cooler than my last mattress, definite improvement in my sleep quality. Unboxing was easy and it expanded to full size quickly.

      4 Verified Buyer

      Felt a marked improvement in sleep quality due to the firm yet comfy feel of this mattress. Especially appreciated how it stayed cool throughout warmer nights.

      5 Sean A

      Really good product. It's made a difference to my sleep, no more waking up with a sore back. Comfortable yet very supportive. It's great value for money.

      4 Verified Reviewer

      Enjoying the blend of traditional craftsmanship and innovative design. The mattress is firm yet gently cushioning and I've noticed a much cooler sleep.

      Ergoflex Most Useful Customer Reviews

      4 Verified Buyer

      Quite good, support is just right while maintaining comfort, and it has superior temperature control feature. Worth the investment for a good night's sleep.

      4 Verified Buyer

      Brilliant sleep product, incredibly supportive. Woke up feeling fresh and restful. Would highly recommend.

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