Firmness
Extra Firm
Type
Hybrid
Depth (cm)
25
Number of Layers
2
Trial Period (nights)
100
Warranty (years)
1
Price Range
£328 to £577
Best Sleeping Position(s)
Certifications
Assessed from Bodyshape's published specification for this mattress, captured September 2026, and from regular price comparison across our UK retail partners.
This one is for people who genuinely want a very firm bed. If you sleep on your back or front, or you've been advised to try a firmer, more orthopaedic feel, the 1500 pocket springs adapt to your movement and distribute support to each part of your body rather than letting you sink. The knitted cover and soft fibre comfort layer take the edge off the firmness slightly, though this is still a sturdy, no-nonsense surface. The 100-night trial gives you time to adjust at home, and delivery is free to most locations with next day available on weekdays. The 1-year guarantee is short, but the from-price of £328 reflects that.
Key Features & what's inside
- Comfort Layer. Soft white synthetic fibres create a cosy feel at the surface, which means a little cushioning before you reach the firm support beneath. They're durable and resilient, so the layer should hold its shape over time.
- Support System. 1500 individual pocket springs, each encased in its own cloth pocket, adapt to your movement independently. In practice that means personalised support for each part of your body and less disturbance from a partner shifting in the night.
Layer details from mattressonline.co.uk product page, September 2026.
Who's it NOT for?
Skip this if you like a plush, cradling surface. As Bodyshape's firmest rating, it will feel unforgiving to lightweight sleepers and most dedicated side sleepers, who may notice pressure at the shoulder and hip. The 1-year guarantee is also shorter than most brands offer, so buyers wanting long-term cover should look elsewhere.
Bodyshape Ultra Ortho 1500 Pocket Mattress
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How firm is the Bodyshape Ultra Ortho 1500 mattress?
Extra firm. Bodyshape rates it as their firmest option, describing it as highly supportive with a very firm, sturdy feel. There's a soft fibre comfort layer on top, but expect a genuinely firm surface rather than a plush one. Lighter sleepers and side sleepers may find it a little too firm.
Does the Bodyshape Ultra Ortho 1500 come with a trial?
Yes, Bodyshape offers a 100-night trial, so you can sleep on it at home and return it if the extra firm feel isn't right for you. The guarantee is 1 year, which is on the short side.
How deep is the Bodyshape Ultra Ortho 1500 mattress?
It's 25cm deep, made up of 1500 pocket springs beneath a comfort layer of soft white fibres, finished with a knitted cover. Standard fitted sheets should fit without any trouble.
What sizes does the Bodyshape Ultra Ortho 1500 come in?
Five UK sizes: Single, Small Double, Double, King and Super King, priced from £328 to £577 depending on size.
Is the Bodyshape Ultra Ortho 1500 good for back pain?
It's designed as an orthopaedic, extra firm mattress, and across owner reviews customers with back pain specifically praise its back support. That said, firmness needs vary by body weight and sleeping position, so use the 100-night trial to check it suits you.
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