Sealy Ortho Plus Essential Mattress Rated 4.8/5 based on 181 customer reviews
Sealy Ortho Plus Essential Mattress

Sealy Ortho Plus Essential Mattress

anti allergy mattresses Firm mattresses
£279.00
sleeping cat
11p per sleep based on average mattress lifespan
Single
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Double
King Size
Super King
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Cheap given the materials and unique Core Support from Sealy.

Brand establishment from one of the big boys in the industry that are well regarded across their entire range.

Long term reviews are just as positive a short term reviews with very few unhappy customers.

No small single size option will alienate a small part of the market, but those looking for other sizes will be pleasantly surprised, with all sizes stocked with fast deliveries.

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Who is it best for? powered by SnoozeScore

In our experience, the materials and construction that go into this product can make it suitable for the following people.

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For back and stomach sleepers
Additional support helps these positions
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Good for allergies & asthma
This mattress has anti-allergen properties
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Good for those who toss and turn
Materials like memory foam can restrict movement.

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Why our sleep experts loved it

New for their mid-range comes a reasonably priced product from Sealy that will suit those who are looking for an orthopaedic mattress. Some people really like firm support in a mattress and will naturally be drawn to this product, while others will need orthopaedic support due to back or neck problems. 

Let’s start by looking at who this product will suit. With extra firm support, we’d typically argue this is a specialist product that is only going to be necessary for a small segment of the population. While there are those who prefer firmer mattresses, we expect this product to satisfy a need other than comfort in that it should help with orthopaedic support.

That brings us nicely onto who this product is unsuitable for, and the answer is almost universally everyone who does not fit into the category above. See, side sleepers won’t typically find this suitable and should instead consider a medium tension rating that will have more “give” and allow your hips and shoulders to sink into the mattress.

So where is the Sealy Ortho Plus Essential Mattress in the market from a price standpoint? Surprisingly low to mid-tier with all sizes coming in comfortably under £500 including the super king. But what of the quality? The reviews corroborate that this mattress from Sealy clearly outperforms its price point, with an ortho wound support layer of CoreSupport springs unique to Sealy paired beautifully with a hand tufted soft white fibre comfort layer.

From a firmness perspective, when placed on a ranking system between 1-10 with 10 being the firmest and 1 being the softest, we would rate the tension at 9. We’ve personally seen firmer, but not by much. The tension is board like by design and does not have much movement at all.

Customer reviews are great, with both a high review amount combined with a high review rating. At present, the Sealy Ortho Plus Essential Mattress has over 180+ reviews and an impressive 4.8/5.0. The result is this becomes one of the most desirable and well reviewed orthopaedic firm mattresses in the market right now, particularly at this lower price point. Customers particularly enjoyed the good value for money paired with great quality, neither of which will surprise anyone given what we have talked about. Ultimately though, the majority of people all say the same thing, that is is as firm as they would expect given the description and that the product exceeds expectations given the price.


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Suitability

*Assuming average weight, suitability will vary dependant on body type, use the quiz above for a more tailored guide.
  • Back Sleepers
    ★★★★★
    ★★★★★
  • The amount of support offered from a mattress will vary depending on the firmness of the tension and the type of support layer used. Based on a person of average build.
  • Side Sleepers
    ★★★★★
    ★★★★★
  • If you sleep on your side you typically need a supportive tension that is not too firm, nor too soft. This is because your hips and shoulders need adequate sinkage.
  • Stomach Sleepers
    ★★★★★
    ★★★★★
  • Stomach sleepers need a reasonable amount of tension in the base support layer to adequately offer body contouring and help prevent aches and pains. Results will vary based on your build.

Performance

  • Stability
    ★★★★★
    ★★★★★
  • Depending on the type of support layer in place can have an impact on stability, edge to edge support and roll together prevention. Pocket springs of a firmer tension will have better stability than open coil soft tension, for example.

Odour

  • Initial Odour
    ★★★★★
    ★★★★★
  • Materials in mattresses, particularly memory foam and rolled bed-in-a-box mattresses can have an initial odour, this is typically short term and reduces considerably within 24 hours.
  • Long Standing Odour
    ★★★★★
    ★★★★★
  • Certain materials inside different mattresses can produce a small odour. Typically this is short term rather than long standing but there are minor exceptions.

Brand Rating

  • Overall Brand Rating
    ★★★★★
    ★★★★★
  • This is based on community driven customer reviews tied to product reviews and grouped together at a brand level to produce a score.

Reviews

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4.77 - 181 reviews

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Izzy
via Mattress Next Day
3
Went back to this mattress after 8 years with a memory foam mattress. So firm and comfortable. Back to a good nights sleep .Dec 2020 - the mattress has dipped on partners side and he says his hips hurt in the morning, I too am struggling with aches in the morning. Mattress bounces with every turn you make in the bed. Not what I expected after less than 2 years.
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Quinn
via Mattress Next Day
5
I was concerned buying a mattress online and from a website rather than a shop website. So happy I did. Mattress is very comfy. It's nice and firm. Usually I need to read before I fall asleep now I am sound asleep in minutes. Genuinely a very good mattress
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Miffy
via Mattress Next Day
4
Feels firm indeed, after moving from a medium-firm memory foam top mattress. Took a week to get used to this new one, but it does support my back better. Hopefully the firmness will stay over time, but still a good value buy for a sealy mattress.
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Tina Ward
via Mattress Next Day
4
Mattress was delivered on time and the delivery driver was very helpful. The mattress is comfortable and probably a 4 rather than a firm 5 this suites us and were enjoying a good nights sleep. We would recommend this mattress ;-d
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Richard Mainwaring
via Mattress Next Day
5
So far so good. Decided to go back to a conventional mattress after years of memory foam ones that never really made the mark. (2 was returned as 'rubbish') sealy is a leading brand so that's what I went for. Time will tell.
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Rabbia Begum
via Mattress Next Day
5
Very good mattress - I was looking for a medium-firm mattress as I prefer these ones and this fit perfectly. It is also quite high which is a bonus too! great service. Ordered mattress online and it arrived within 2 days!
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Matt D
via Mattress Next Day
5
It's fine for the money and for a guest bed. I would spend more for a more luxurious and comfortable mattress for my room but still a sealy as I really rate their product anc price pponts and have them on all my beds now.
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Braintree Customer
via Mattress Next Day
5
This looks like a quality product. We bought it for a visitors bedroom and as yet,, in these covid times, we have yet to have visitors.However I have every confidence in the product, hence have given it 5 stars.
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Ed
via Mattress Next Day
5
Mattress is good quality and well designed. I had back pain for a few months due to old mattress for more than 10 years. The pain is now gone and I have a good night sleep. Thanks for the design. Recommend!
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Tony Prowse
via Mattress Next Day
5
For the price I got this I am very happy. I've only had it a week but have no concerns. I have nothing to compare the firmness too, but it feels firm and comfortable . I'm happy so I can't fault it.
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S Pancholi
via Mattress Next Day
5
Great product. Zip and lock ( in effect 2 single mattresses joined together by a central zip) was the best option for us as a single super king mattress was too big and too heavy to carry upstairs.
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Sam
via Mattress Next Day
5
Feels very comfortable. Has the look of a more expensive mattress. Bought it for my housemate but wish it was for me! had sealy in the past, and I will probably get another in years to come.
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Of The Sealy Ortho Plus Essential Mattress
Brand: Sealy
Retailer: Mattress Next Day
Delivery Time: Good
Delivery Charge: Excellent
Customer Sentiment: Good

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