Best hybrid mattresses for 2025

If you can’t decide between memory foam and springs, modern hybrid mattresses could offer you the best of both.

Too soft? Too firm? Too warm? If your search for the perfect mattress leaves you feeling like Goldilocks, then consider a hybrid mattress. 

Hybrids are made from layers of foam, wrapped around a pocket-sprung core and are increasingly popular with shoppers. Not all hybrid mattresses are created equal, though.

See pros and cons of different mattress types in our guide to the best mattresses.

Best hybrid mattresses

We've classified all the mattresses in the following table as hybrid; if a mattress has a very large pocket-sprung core and just a few token layers of foam on top, we may classify it as pocket-sprung.

The best hybrid mattresses provide excellent body support for all types of sleepers (front, side and back) and score at least three stars for pressure distribution in our strict lab tests. 

Check the full reviews to see if they will be stable enough for you and provide the right level of coolness or warmth for you.

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Hybrid mattress reviews by price

• Hybrid mattresses under £400
• Hybrid mattresses under £800
• Hybrid mattresses under £1,000
• Hybrid mattresses for £1,000 or more

Why you can trust our mattress reviews

Which? reviews are independent and based on robust scientific data rather than personal opinion or the word of manufacturers and PRs.

We pay for every product we review, and that includes the most expensive mattresses – we don’t accept freebies in exchange for good reviews.

We test all mattresses under the same rigorous test programme, which ignores brand and price. Instead, it focuses on the aspects of a mattress our members consider most important: how supportive it is, how well it distributes pressure and keeps the body stable and how long it will last.

Lisa Galliers, Which? principal researcher and mattress expert, says:

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Where to buy a hybrid mattress

Some hybrid mattress brands around today were the original inventors of the ‘bed-in-a-box’. These pioneering manufacturers eliminated the need to visit a store to buy a mattress, instead delivering them rolled up in a box directly to our doors from the warehouse.

While hybrids from direct-to-consumer brands such as Emma, Eve, and Simba are recognisable names, there are many less well-known retailers, both online and in-store, that offer this type of mattress.

• Eve Sleep has a core range of its own branded mattresses, including hybrid mattresses, which are delivered rolled up. 
• Simba has a core range of hybrid mattresses, ranging from its entry-level Essential Hybrid right up to the premium natural hybrid mattresses.
• John Lewis stocks hybrid mattresses from brands including Emma, Simba and Silentnight
• Dreams also stocks hybrid mattresses from brands such as TheraPur, Silentnight and Sleepeezee.

Use our mattress reviews to find your perfect mattress.

How to buy the best hybrid mattress

There are a few key questions you should ask yourself before you invest in a new hybrid mattress:

• Do you tend to get hot in bed? Hybrids are a great choice if you’re undecided about swapping to a fully foam mattress. You might think the foam would make them too hot to sleep on, but around 50% of the hybrids we’ve tested are rated ‘cold’ or ‘very cold’ to lie on, which means they don’t trap heat around you. If you overheat easily or get sweaty in bed, filter our mattress reviews by ‘cold’ or ‘very cold’ and look for one that scores at least three stars for breathability.

• Is buying a long-lasting mattress important to you? Hybrid mattresses tend to do well in our tests, as the pocket springs combined with foam layers can be supportive and durable.

• Is your bedroom tricky to access? Hybrid mattresses can be heavy, but some are delivered rolled in a box, which makes them easier to manoeuvre through narrow hallways or tight stairwells.

• How much are you willing to spend? Hybrid mattresses can be pricey, especially those with complicated structures combining multiple layers of materials. They're typically more expensive than most pocket-sprung and foam-only mattresses, but, like all types we’ve tested, there’s a wide range to suit every budget.

• Are you worried about trying a hybrid mattress for the first time? If you’ve only ever slept on a pocket-sprung or foam mattress but want to try a hybrid, plenty of brands offer sleep trials. This means you can try the mattress before you buy it. Usually, you’ll have to try it for a minimum number of days before deciding if you like it or want to return it.  

Not sure what size hybrid mattress to buy? See our guide to UK bed sizes.

What is a hybrid mattress?

Hybrid mattresses blend the squidge of memory foam with the bounce and durability of springs. They usually comprise a core of pocket springs, plus layers of foam, memory foam and other fabric layers.

Some hybrids have multiple layers of springs, such as the Rem-Fit 600 Lux Hybrid mattress, while others, such as the Emma Hybrid Premium, are marketed as hybrids but have only a token layer of foam or memory foam on top of a large pocket-sprung core. We've even seen hybrid mattresses like the Dormeo OctaSmart Hybrid that combine various foam layers with 'springs' also made from foam.

For a mattress to be classified as a hybrid in our Which? tests, we look past the fanfare and marketing claims and thoroughly inspect its construction. Hybrid mattresses must have more than just a few centimetres of foam or memory foam on top of a sprung core. If a mattress has a very large core of pocket springs, regardless of what the manufacturer calls it, we’ll classify it as a pocket-sprung mattress in our reviews.

Read more about hybrid mattress pros and cons in our guide to the best mattresses.

Are hybrid mattresses better than pocket sprung?

We’ve seen many hybrid mattresses top our Best Buy tables because of an excellent combination of durability and body support. It’s no easy task to provide this while remaining breathable and not trapping too much heat.

But that doesn’t mean all hybrid mattresses are good in terms of body support. Many we’ve tested  are not supportive enough in all three key sleeping positions. Some are better at supporting people who sleep on their front, while others provide better support for those who sleep on their side, one of the most common positions. 

See our guide to the best pillows.

How much do you need to spend on a hybrid mattress?

Hybrid mattresses are available at a wide range of prices. If you’re after an all-singing, all-dancing top-of-the-range hybrid, we’ve tested some that cost almost £3,000. At the other end of the scale, we’ve also tested hybrids that cost less than £300.

However, price isn’t always an indicator of how supportive or long-lasting a mattress will be. We’ve found one high-scoring Best Buy hybrid that offers excellent support, but another hybrid is one of our lowest-scoring mattresses at 63%. The low-scorer is fine when it’s new, but its hybrid construction didn’t survive our tough durability tests unscathed – something you can’t tell by looking at a mattress in a shop, or online.

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How long should a hybrid mattress last? 

We’d expect any type of mattress to last you between eight and 10 years, and the hybrids we’ve tested are no exception. 

While mattress protectors aren’t really designed to prolong the life of your mattress, they can help prevent spills and mess, which in turn means you’re less likely to get rid of a mattress sooner than planned due to soiling or smells that are tricky to get rid of.

Take a look at all the mattress protectors we’ve tested. It’s worth knowing that some mattress sleep trials require you to use a mattress protector as part of the T&Cs, so check before you buy.  

Looking for more support? See our best mattresses for back pain.