Sleepeezee ActivFlex Response 2600 Pocket Pillow Top Mattress

Medium tension mattresses are suitable for the vast majority of people as they are not too soft, nor too firm. This firmness can offer a good amount of back and neck support while still being soft enough to prove suitable for side sleepers. The key benefit for this type of layer is that it's sort of a "one size fits all" approach that gives your body the contouring and support necessary while remaining soft and squishy.

Pocket springs are of considerable better quality than their poorer traditional open coil counterparts. Put simply, pocket spring contours better and supports better than other base layers. When it comes to pocket spring mattresses, the general rule of thumb is that the more springs the better. There are exceptions, of course, but for the best part this is likely to be a good quality mattress based on it's base layer.

Pocket springs are of considerable better quality than their poorer traditional open coil counterparts. Put simply, pocket spring contours better and supports better than other base layers. When it comes to pocket spring mattresses, the general rule of thumb is that the more springs the better. There are exceptions, of course, but for the best part this is likely to be a good quality mattress based on it's base layer.

Traditional memory foam has one critical pitfall around heat retention and buildup. See, the foam absorbs heat and is not particularly breathable meaning that it can cause many people to get too warm as they sleep. Cooling gel foam is different however featuring all the positives of traditional memory foam but without the pitfalls of heat build up. It's a great option for those who find comfort in the foam.

A single sided mattress is typical for the industry and relates to how  a mattress has the comfort layer on one side of the mattress only. This means that the mattress only needs to be rotated rather than flipped. The benefit of single sided mattresses is that they require less upkeep in that there's no flipping, but also, there's less components involved in the creation which saves costs.

Edge support offers a sturdy border across all edges of the mattress and gives you the opportunity to sleep in more positions and fully spread out on the product, embracing each and every part of the mattress and not having to stick to the middle. This is because the edging is reinforced and gives you that feeling of stability and roll-off prevention while you sleep.

Single side mattresses have a few pros and cons compared to traditional double sided mattresses. The main positive is that you do not need to flip, meaning a hassle free low maintenance product. The easy care nature does reduce durability slightly since there is less surface area utilised as there is no secondary comfort layer on the reverse.

We really like soft knitted covers as the fabric is incredibly soft and stretchy while also being breathable, helping to keep you cool while ensuring the mattress can breath. The result is a hygienic nights sleep that has you sleeping deeper, improving the quality of your sleep and reducing tossing and turning.

Stay cool Gel helps keep your body cool while you sleep. Gel is a great alternative to memory foam and even latex, both of which can cause you to get too hot without proper airflow (memory foam is the worst for this). This gel also operates as a part of the comfort layer and provides a high degree of comfort.

Mattresses traditionally have a support layer with a comfort layer on top. Pillow top mattresses come with a further comfort layer that sits on top of the traditional comfort layer to give additional softness and a deeper nights sleep. Pillow tops are usually found on more premium products.

This mattress comes with a quilted cover. Many people overlook the cover as a need for consideration however, the right cover can add additional comfort and in the case of this one here, adds quilted comfort that offers a soft but hard-wearing cover that is both breathable and stylish.

ViroFresh™ technology is designed to inhibit the growth and spread of bacteria on the surface of the product. The anti-microbial agents integrated into the material work actively to eliminate or suppress the growth of bacteria, helping to create a cleaner and more hygienic environment.

These are springs that are individually wrapped in their own fabric pockets, allowing them to move independently from one another. This can provide a more comfortable and supportive sleep surface, as the springs can conform to the contours of your body more easily.

Gel is one of the best new comfort layers to hit the market, offering many of the same benefits of memory foam but without the downsides of heat retention and heat buildup. Gel offers ultimate comfort thanks to its viscoelastic foam and gel bead mix.

The Mattress has turning handles for easy manoeuvring, which makes it a great choice for people who need a little extra help when rotating or flipping their mattress. If you're moving with a partner, the handles can also help keep the mattress level.

Anti-allergenic means that the product will be suitable for not aggravating an allergy further and is intended or prepared for those suffering from an allergy. This makes the product ideal for those looking to prevent or relieve allergic symptoms.

A mattress with handles can be a great way to make it easier to rotate your mattress. This can be especially helpful if you have a heavy mattress or if you live in a small space where rotating your mattress would be difficult.

A pillow top layer adds an extra level of plushness, enhancing the overall softness and comfort of the sleeping surface. This feature can help alleviate pressure points, making sleep more restful and relaxing.

Hypoallergenic mattresses and bedding are both great options for preventing dust mites and having a hygienic nights sleep that consists of materials that are relatively unlikely to cause an allergic reaction.

With a depth of 31cm, this mattress is quite thick and featuring a fair amount of heft. While quality is not necessarily determined by depth, it does go some way toward allowing good quality fillings.

Foam encapsulation enhances edge-to-edge support, allowing full use of the bed's surface. This feature prevents sagging and maintains shape, providing a more comfortable and stable sleep experience.

Meets BS7177: 2008 for domestic low hazard use. Testing covers resistance to a smouldering cigarette and a small flame the size of a match flame, not suitability for hotels or care homes.

Medium marks the centre of the firmness scale. Use this brand's range when comparing options, since manufacturers set their own ratings and share no universal firmness standard.

Full-sized pocket springs and smaller mini pocket springs form the support system, per the listing. Each spring sits in a fabric pocket and moves individually under pressure.

An additional padded top layer forms the sleeping surface, while the single-sided construction means maintenance involves rotation with the pillow top always facing upwards.

Extra support around the mattress perimeter is meant to stop the sides compressing as much when you sit on the edge or lie close to it; try the edge in person if you can.

Recyclable construction means the mattress materials can be processed for reuse, subject to local facilities. Vegan-friendly means animal-derived materials are excluded.

Sleepeezee rates the feel as medium. Its position between the range's soft and firm options provides a buying guide, without implying the same feel suits everyone.

UK handcrafting is the maker's own claim, while National Bed Federation approval is a membership scheme auditing fire safety, clean fillings and honest labelling.

Handles offer a grip for repositioning. Follow the handling instructions, as these turning handles are not necessarily designed to carry the item's full weight.

National Bed Federation approval means the maker belongs to a scheme audited on fire safety, clean fillings and honest labelling, not comfort or firmness.

Each spring has its own fabric wrapping and compresses independently, a construction billed as reducing movement compared with springs wired together.

Guarantee cover lasts 10 years. Check the retailer's terms before buying to confirm which faults qualify for cover under the manufacturer's guarantee.

Made in the UK gives the country it was built in and little about quality on its own, so judge the materials, construction and guarantee separately.

Materials labelled hypoallergenic by Sleepeezee may still contain allergens, so review the complete material details for anything you need to avoid.

Fabric pockets let each spring move on its own under pressure, and Sleepeezee credits this with moulding to your body for individualised support.

Reflex foam compresses under body weight and springs back as pressure lifts, creating a supportive layer with less slow sinking than memory foam.

Comfort layers are claimed to let shoulders and hips sink in and spread weight, with suitability depending on body weight and sleeping position.

The 31cm thickness (about 12.2 inches) needs to be included when judging bed height and choosing fitted sheets deep enough to reach underneath.

Only one side is intended for sleeping. Do not flip it; rotate from head to foot as instructed by the maker to spread wear across the surface.

The materials are pitched as less likely to trigger allergic reactions, so their composition is worth comparing with any known sensitivities.

Sold as fire resistant, not fireproof, with no test standard or testing conditions specified, so keep it away from flames and heat sources.

Knitted fabric uses interlocking loops that allow some stretch, so the cover can flex with the cushioning beneath it as pressure changes.

UK handcrafting is the brand's own description, and the share done by hand differs between makers, so weigh the materials alongside it.

Gel foam combines foam cushioning with gel, while the overall feel depends on the foam formulation and the layers surrounding it.

Vent openings let air move into and out of the mattress or bed structure, allowing moisture within enclosed spaces to escape.

Allow for 27cm of thickness, about 10.6 inches, when selecting fitted sheets and calculating sleeping height above the base.

Sleepeezee uses a firm reflex foam base to support upper layers, but this does not establish the overall firmness.

The retailer lists it as medium, placing it between soft and firm on a scale whose labels vary across brands.

Vents increase breathability within the mattress ensuring it stays fresher and cooler for longer.

Vents increase breathability within the mattress ensuring it stays fresher and cooler for longer.