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The Sleepeezee Memory Sense 2800 Mattress is a Furniture Village special, a retailer exclusive with a high pocket spring count, a deep-feeling layer of graphite-infused memory foam and a high-tech Oxysense cover. On paper it looks like a side and combination sleeper’s dream but after trying it in store I would say it is a good mattress at a distinctly premium price.
I tested the Sleepeezee Memory Sense 2800 in a Furniture Village showroom, lying on my back, side and front and doing what I always do with hybrids, checking edge support, motion transfer and the responsiveness of the surface when you change position.
This is very much a modern UK hybrid. You get a tall 30 cm depth, a high pocket spring count and a fairly deep slab of memory foam on top that feels cushioned and cocooning without being marshmallow-soft. The overall feel is officially medium and that does line up with how it behaves in real life, especially if you are of average or lighter build.
At the time of writing, a double size is listed at £1399 with a sale price of £1149, which firmly places this in the mid to upper price bracket for a pocket sprung memory foam mattress. In terms of comfort and support it performs well, but I do think the pricing is on the ambitious side, so it is one to target in a strong promotion rather than paying full RRP.
Construction & Materials The Sleepeezee Memory Sense 2800 is a 30 cm deep hybrid mattress built around a core of individually pocketed springs with a layer of graphite-infused memory foam above and an Oxysense fabric cover.
The support core is made up of up to 2,800 pocket springs in the king size. That count will be lower in smaller sizes but the principle is the same, a large number of slimmer, more responsive springs that move independently to follow the shape of your body. Compared to traditional open coil units this gives a more tailored feel with better pressure relief and much less partner disturbance.
On top of the springs sits the headline feature, a layer of graphite-infused memory foam. You can feel that this is a fairly deep layer when you first lie down. There is that classic slow-moulding memory foam sensation but it does not swallow you. Instead, you sink gently into the surface and then meet the spring support underneath. The graphite infusion is there to help draw heat away from the body, a sensible addition given that standard memory foam is notorious for holding warmth.
The perimeter is encapsulated, which essentially means the spring unit is boxed in with a firmer foam border. In practice this gives you more consistent support right up to the edge and makes the mattress feel a little more stable when you sit or lie towards the side.
The cover is made from what Sleepeezee call Oxysense fabric. This is marketed as a performance textile that can help increase the body’s oxygen levels, reduce muscle fatigue and even help lower the risk of sleep apnea. I cannot verify those medical claims in a showroom but what I can say is that the cover feels soft, smooth and slightly cool to the touch, with a more technical, performance feel than a basic stretch knit.
Inside the border you have polyester fillings and foams around the spring unit. There is no separate pillow top, which I actually see as a positive. Instead, the comfort layers are built into the main body of the mattress. This generally ages better than a thick stitched-on pillow top that can flatten or shift over time.
Firmness & Feel The official rating for the Sleepeezee Memory Sense 2800 is medium, and in my testing that is a fair description, with a couple of caveats depending on body weight and sleep position.
When you first lie down you feel the graphite memory foam immediately. There is a noticeable hug around the shoulders and hips, especially when you roll onto your side. The foam takes a second or two to respond, so you get that gently cocooned feeling rather than a bouncy or springy one. Underneath, the pocket springs add a subtle lift so you do not end up feeling stuck.
For average weight and slimmer sleepers the balance is good. On my side the top layer cushioned the shoulder nicely, and my hips sank in just enough for my lower back to feel supported rather than arched. On my back, the lumbar area felt well cradled, with the springs stepping in to stop the mattress feeling overly soft in the centre.
For combination sleepers who move around in the night, this medium feel works well. The mattress does not snap back instantly like latex, but it is responsive enough that you can roll from side to back without fighting the foam. There is a little of that classic memory foam “imprint” when you move away, but it disappears quickly.
If you are on the lighter or skinnier side, this mattress is especially well suited. Lighter bodies often do not sink far enough into firmer hybrids to activate the springs properly, but here the slightly plusher memory foam layer lets you access the comfort without needing a lot of weight.
If you are significantly heavier than average, particularly if you sleep mainly on your front, you may find the feel slips towards the softer end. Stomach sleepers generally do best on something a touch firmer through the midsection to stop the hips dipping too far.
Performance & Support Support is where the high spring count does pay off. The 2,800 individually pocketed springs in the king size give the mattress a nicely zoned, body-responsive feel, even if Sleepeezee do not shout about specific zoning on this model.
On my back, the mattress did a good job of keeping my spine in a neutral position. The springs feel supportive without being pushy, and the memory foam smooths out pressure around the shoulder blades and sacrum. There is no obvious ridge or hollow, just an even, cushioned support.
Side sleeping is where this mattress really finds its stride. The foam comfortably takes the weight of the shoulder so you do not get that familiar tingling or numbness after a while, and the springs beneath adjust to the curve of the waist and hip. For petite and average side sleepers it is an appealing combination of contouring and support.
Edge support is good rather than exceptional, but certainly better than many pure foam or non-encapsulated hybrids. Sitting right on the edge, you will compress the border a little, but you do not feel like you are sliding off. Lying near the perimeter feels stable enough to sleep comfortably without drifting back into the centre.
Motion isolation is one of the strengths here. Memory foam naturally absorbs movement and the independent pocket springs prevent waves of motion travelling across the surface. When I simulated someone turning over or getting in and out of bed on one side, the other side stayed relatively calm. Couples who are easily disturbed by a restless partner should get on well with this.
It is also worth noting the long 20 year structural guarantee advertised. This tells you that Sleepeezee is confident in the underlying spring unit, even if, in reality, foams and comfort layers generally soften well before that point. Still, it is reassuring in terms of core build quality.
Temperature Regulation Graphite-infused memory foam and an Oxysense cover are both efforts to tackle one of memory foam’s big weaknesses, heat retention.
In the showroom, the surface of the Sleepeezee Memory Sense 2800 felt pleasantly neutral. After lying on it for a while I did not experience that clammy, close feeling that you can get with dense, older-style foams. The top layer has a slightly more open, modern feel and the graphite infusion is there to help conduct heat away from the body.
That said, this is still a memory foam hybrid rather than a highly breathable latex or sprung-only mattress. If you run very hot, sleep in a warm room or are prone to night sweats, you may still find it on the warmer side compared to a mattress with more airflow through the comfort layers.
For most average or slightly cool sleepers, though, I would expect the temperature performance to be perfectly adequate, particularly if you combine it with cotton or bamboo bedding rather than heavy synthetics.
Practical Features The Sleepeezee Memory Sense 2800 has been designed to be relatively low maintenance. It is a single-sided, no-turn mattress, so you will not be flipping it over. Instead, you simply rotate it head to toe on a regular basis to help the fillings settle more evenly. Sturdy handles on the sides make this rotation easier, although the weight, especially in king and super king, still means you will want two people for the job.
The depth of 30 cm is generous and gives the mattress that plush, hotel-style presence on the bed, but it does mean you will need deep fitted sheets, preferably labelled for mattresses up to 30 cm or more.
The mattress is described as hypoallergenic, which will appeal if you are sensitive to dust or traditional natural fillings. It is handcrafted in the UK and exclusive to Furniture Village, so you are dealing with a known British brand and a major retailer rather than a no-name online import.
It is suitable for most standard divan bases and bed frames, but if you are using slats, make sure the gaps are no wider than 7.5 cm. Wider gaps can lead to dipping and may void the guarantee. This is an important detail that is easy to overlook.
Delivery from Furniture Village for mattresses typically attracts a separate charge, and this sits in that usual band rather than being free. The structural guarantee is quoted at 20 years, although, as with all such guarantees, this applies to defects rather than general softening with age.
One key point to be aware of, and something I always stress with Furniture Village mattresses, is that they do not offer a generous at home sleep trial in the way that many boxed mattress brands do. You cannot simply send it back after a month if you change your mind. That makes it especially important to go in store, spend a proper amount of time lying in your usual positions and be confident it suits you before you buy.
As with any mattress, you should air it for a few hours when it arrives to let any manufacturing odours dissipate, and use a good quality mattress protector from day one to help keep the cover fresh and maintain your guarantee.
Who it suits This mattress is a particularly good fit if you are primarily a side or combination sleeper. The medium feel and deeper memory foam layer give plenty of pressure relief at the shoulder and hip, while the spring unit keeps your spine supported as you move about at night.
Lighter or skinnier sleepers who often find firmer mattresses too unyielding are also well served here. You do not need a lot of body weight to engage the comfort layers, so you get the benefit of the contouring foam without feeling as though you are floating on top.
Couples who value low motion transfer will appreciate the combination of pocket springs and foam, which does a good job of keeping partner disturbance to a minimum. If one of you tosses and turns and the other is a light sleeper, the Sleepeezee Memory Sense 2800 will be kinder than many traditional sprung mattresses.
If you are drawn to the close, cushioned feel of memory foam but have been put off by overheating in the past, the graphite infusion and performance cover make this a more viable option than older, denser foam designs, especially if you are only a mild to moderate warm sleeper.
Finally, if you like buying from an established bricks and mortar retailer, want the reassurance of a long structural guarantee and prefer to lie on a mattress in person before purchasing, the exclusivity to Furniture Village is a plus rather than a drawback.
Who it does not suit If you are on a tight budget, this is unlikely to be the mattress for you. Even with the current saving, a double at £1149 is a significant spend for a pocket sprung memory foam hybrid. There are perfectly decent alternatives with similar spring counts and comfort layers available for less.
Dedicated stomach sleepers, particularly those of a heavier build, may also struggle with the medium, slightly forgiving feel. Over time, there is a risk that your hips could sink a touch too far, which is not ideal for spinal alignment when you sleep face down.
Very hot sleepers or those with severe night sweats may still find this warmer than ideal. The cooling features help, but they do not transform memory foam into a truly airy material. In that case, a latex or more open, non-foam hybrid might be better.
Finally, if you want the security of a risk free 60 or 100 night trial, the lack of a generous sleep trial from Furniture Village is a downside. This is a purchase you need to commit to after careful in store testing rather than relying on an at home trial period.
Final verdict The Sleepeezee Memory Sense 2800 Mattress is, in many ways, exactly what it claims to be. It combines a very respectable spring count with a fairly deep, graphite-infused memory foam comfort layer and a modern performance cover to deliver a genuinely comfortable, pressure relieving medium feel that is particularly kind to side and combination sleepers.
In terms of build, support, motion isolation and everyday comfort, it is a solid performer. The encapsulated edge support, hypoallergenic construction and no turn design are all sensible, real world features, and the 30 cm depth gives it a luxurious look and feel on the bed.
Where it stumbles slightly is on value. 2,800 springs in a king is good, but at over a thousand pounds for a double, even in the sale, I would expect either more advanced zoning, extra cooling technology or a very generous trial period. Sleepeezee delivers on comfort and support here, but the lack of a sleep trial from Furniture Village means you need to be confident before you commit.
If you are a slimmer or average weight side or combination sleeper who loves the idea of cocooning memory foam, wants strong underlying support and is happy to pay for a more premium feel, the Sleepeezee Memory Sense 2800 is well worth considering, ideally when it is on a good promotion. If you are hotter, heavier, stomach sleeping or budget conscious, I would be inclined to look elsewhere.
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