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

Sealy Ortho Plus Essential Mattress

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£279.00
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11p per sleep based on average mattress lifespan
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Pros & Cons

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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.

Back sleeping and stomach sleeper icon
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.

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4.77 - 181 reviews

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Izzy
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Mr. Thapar
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4
Overall a good mattress for the price. I am a adult male around 90kg, for me, firm should be a little firmer than this one. Also, could do with some handles since it needs to rotated.
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Julia
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5
Love love love this mattress, purchased as was getting back pain from my previous one, this one is firm but comfortable & no more back pain - take my money! recommend to anyone :)
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Jc
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5
Firm traditional matress.Bought for teenagers bed, as the previous foam one I bought 6 months ago is completely useless and unsuitable for teenagers who use their bed as sofa etc
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Robert Marsh
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5
Perfect, firm but not hard, seems to hold its shape so far, best nights sleep i've had for a while and best of all the price, more than reasonable, very pleased with my purchase.
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Anthony Gibney
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5
After years of sleeping on a sub-standard mattress, it was time to upgrade for the sake of my bad back. So far it's been a godsend. Top quality mattress and top quality sleep.
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Mrs A Hoey
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5
Great mattress for the price. Bought to replace existing sealy mattress that served me well for 10 years and not disappointed. Excellent service and pleasant delivery drivers.
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Barbara Harden
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5
Wanted to replace our 8 year old mattress, opted for a firm mattress and this was offered at an excellent price, nearly 200 cheaper than other outlets.It's very comfortable.
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Edward Green
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5
On a recent tour of u s a staying in four hotels all had sealy mattresses on their beds. Say no more. You don't see sealy adverts on tv. Word of mouth they cannot be beaten.
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Richard Savage
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5
Exactly what I hoped it would be as firm for one company isn't firm for another. Good quality and well protected during delivery process. Very pleased with my purchase.
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Avonne F
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5
Its firm as stated, which is excellent and what I wanted as I have really bad back pains.Even with the pockets u cant feel, looks good and mattress is comfortable.
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Lisa
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5
Haven't use mattress for long but so far it is very comfortable, appears to be of good quality and if anything like my last sealy mattress should last for ages.
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Avonne F
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4
The only thing I can really complain about is the length which I thought the mattress would be longer but thats all I can say everything is and was fantastic!
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Andrewprice
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5
Excellent quality mattress, firm but not rock hard. Seems very well made. Only just received it so time will tell but initial impressions are very positive.
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Lorenzo Stoakes
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5
Very comfortable, decently firm, substantial and as usual sealy deliver a quality product. Have 2 beds in the house that use them and both are great!
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Robert Bristow
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5
Ordered a sealy aspen mattress (single, firm), very pleased with quality, would definitely order through them again, delivered on time, great price.
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Mrs Zaheera Kaidoo
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5
After reading reviews I bought this mattress as was having back pain.So far amazing woke up after first night no pain/hope it stay same very happy
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Linda Balzanella
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5
The sealy mattress was a very good price, is well made and extremely comfortable.Have had some very good nights sleep since receiving it.....
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Paul Sharples
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4
Excellnt all round mattress, comfy from the first use. Only negative is n handles for use in rotation but happy with purchase all the same.
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Audrey Morris
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5
Very comfortable mattress. Having owned a sealy posturepaedic mattress in the past I was not surprised by the quality and comfort etc.
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Mrs Blackburn
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5
I always buy sealy beds. I have got a bad back and painful legs. Sealy beds allow me to have a good nights sleep. They are brilliant.
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Customer
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3
It is advertised as firm. This is simply untrue. I was replacing a sealy mattress advertised as firm which was so much more firm.
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Julie
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5
Very good value for money, very comfortable, was a replacement for a much more expensive mattress and I wasnt disappointed
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Audrey Simcock
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5
Firm, soft top, deep mattress. Exactly what I wanted.So comfortable, and i've slept well since using it. Would recommend.
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Jane Young
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5
Really pleased with this lovely firm mattress. Nice subtle striped and buttoned design and well made as sealy always is.
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Heather
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5
The mattress is very thick which is exactly what we wanted. It is firm and comfy. Best nights sleep in a long time.
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Mr Michael Timewell
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5
Always buy sealy. Gives best support and best value for money. Hope this one is as good as our previous sealy's.
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Mrs Zaheera Kaidoo
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5
Amazing mattresses bought in single first then after 5 months bought in double size .Do not hesitate .Thank you
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Kerry Mariah
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5
Great mattress, really comfy and nice and firm. Brilliant price for a great quality mattress. Would recommend.
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Margaret Miller
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4
The mattress is for a spare room so not been used yet. Tried it upon delivery and everything seems to be good
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Ian Pittock
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5
Great matress sealy is good quality and very well made. Double wrapped on delivery so nice and clean as well
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Customer
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5
Very comfortable according to our guests, we ordered this for our spare room and so far we are very pleased
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Anne
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5
Just what we needed to replace an old mattress which had seen better days. Very comfortable and supportive.
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Goodson
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5
As usual sealy did not disappoint, I have a bad back and mattress just right firmness gor good nights sleep
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Bert
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5
Mattress first class for appearance and quality - but is less firm than expected when described as "firm"
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David
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5
Really good mattress, comfortable, firm and supportive. Decent soft fabric.Brilliant value for the price.
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Terry D'oyley
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5
Very pleased. With this mattress.It is what I thought it would be . Not disappointed very happy customer
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Mary Sobey
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5
Really pleased with our new purchase the mattress is of excellent quality and definitely value for money
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Anthony Mccluskey
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5
Excellent mattress arrived next day of placing order highly recommend seller for great customer service
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Viletta Lebeau
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5
Really great quality and a great price. I have hip and back pain. This mattess is really comfortable.
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Dean Armstrong
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5
Perfect in every way cannot find fault as a larger man with chronic arthritis this matress is perfect
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Siobhan Aldris
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5
Good firm mattress - im a fan of sealy. If you would like a more firmer mattress go for extra firm.
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Mrs C H
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5
Only had this a couple of weeks but seems to be v good value for money. Medium firm good quality.
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Gary Giles
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5
According to my son its a great mattress, he slept through the night and was very comfortable.
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Tara
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5
Firm bed with a softer top. Itll be used as a guest bed so should last for a very long time.
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Laura Brondbjerg
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5
This is the second sealy mattress. Its very comfortable. Not disappointed with the purchase.
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Ann Vinton
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5
Really good mattress for the price. Firm but comfortable.. The best nights sleep for years!
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Jamie
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4
The mattress is extremely comfortable. It is well made and fits my king sized bed exactly.
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Katie Heath
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5
Great product, I have a back condition & this is perfect for me has its firm. Very happy.
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Lynn Rimmer
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5
So far very comfortable and firm. Very good mattress and straightforward to buy. Thanks.
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Martin
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5
Looks good and is comfortable, we ordered a firm mattress and it is exactly as ordered.
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Antony Rogers
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5
Used for a week so far but already my wifes back and hips dont pain her in the morning
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Metcalfe
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5
Love this mattress. Sleeping so much better. Excellent value. Making me lazy though!
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M Alderman
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5
Great mattress, good price very comfortable (firm) for my back, sleep has improved
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Margine
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5
New mattress purchased for my daughter, only purchase sealy for good nights sleep.
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Ashley
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5
Exactly as described in the advert very comfortable heres to a good nights sleep.
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Mrs D Thompson
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5
Very good quality mattress and great value for money. The support is just right.
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Mrs G. Lloyd (haselnest)
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5
Comfortable quality mattress at a good price. A good nights sleep assured now
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Keith Pritchard
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5
Great company product, firm yet comfortable, hoping for several years of use
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Laverne Schofield
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5
Best nights sleep in over three years! wish id replaced the mattress sooner!
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Starts Phyllis
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3
Thought it would be a firm mattress but feels like it's sunk after just 2wks
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John S
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5
A very comfortable mattress, firm and supportive for a great nights sleep.
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Colin
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4
Firm and comfortable, but not really helped my back as insleep on my side.
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Mr Leonard Osborne
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5
Does what it says comfortable good support no problems would buy another
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Kim G
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5
Excellent mattress, best night sleeps. Good price no problems at all.
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Heidi Beverstock
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5
Good quality mattress, perfect support and excellent value for money.
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Andrea Gealer
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5
Great value, excellent delivery and comms. Would definitely use again
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Kim Walker
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4
Only had it a week but its very comfy and im happy with my purchase,
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Barry
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4
Does the job. Not quite as firm as I expected but nice and conftable
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Ms Linda Nelson
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5
Excellent quality, havent slept on it yet as moving to new house
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Richard Murray
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5
Only had the mattress a week but so far very good, as expected.
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Joe Long
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5
Very comfortable. Also a non flip mattress, so no flipping! :)
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Louise Clark
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4
Great mattress feels like im lying on a bed from a 5star hotel
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Michelle Purkhardt
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5
Fantastic mattress. Nice and firm provides excellent support.
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Angele
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5
Excellent all round and even more comfortable than we thought
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Helen Mahon
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5
Only had 2 nights but great night sleep great value for money
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Margaret
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4
Mattress is a bit hard might take a wee while to get used to
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Linda Cosgrove
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5
Good value for money replaces a like for like sealy matress
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Scott
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4
Too early to provide a objective review but so far so good.
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Craig
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5
Brilliant mattress, so comfortable and not to expensive.
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S M Da Silva
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5
Very comfortable. Very good to my back. Firmer as I need
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Elaine Cutmore
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5
The product is comfortable and excellent value for money
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Customersean
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3
Not as firm as I expected but happy given the price paid
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Tottidge
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5
You get an excellent nights sleep on this fab mattress!
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Melanie Marsden
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5
So comfortable, medium firm, sealy, very good brand
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Ka Chiu
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4
The mattress is ok, just not so firm as I expected.
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Alex
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4
Softer than anticipated but overall a good mattress
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Gillian Fairey
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5
Great mattress really comfortable highly recommend
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Brand: Sealy
Retailer: Mattress Next Day
Delivery Time: Good
Delivery Charge: Excellent
Customer Sentiment: Good

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