Emma Original Elite Mattress
The Emma Original Elite is a 27cm hybrid mattress that combines Emma's AirGrid® technology, a honeycomb of open air pockets, with memory foam and a seven-zone spring system.
- Contours without feeling stuck
- Seven-zone support, shoulders to hips
- 200-night trial & 10-year guarantee
£363
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The Emma Original Elite is described by Emma as medium soft, which means noticeable cushioning and contouring rather than a firm, on-top-of-the-bed feel. It's available in UK Single through to Super King, and Emma backs it with a 200-night trial and a 10-year guarantee. It suits sleepers who want pressure relief with a bit of bounce, although those who prefer a firmer, more supportive surface may want to look elsewhere.
Mattress specifications
Firmness
Medium Soft
Type
Hybrid
Depth (cm)
27
Number of Layers
7
Trial Period (nights)
200
Warranty (years)
10
Price Range
£363 to £663
Best Sleeping Position(s)
Side Sleeping
Certifications
Assessed from Emma's published specification for this mattress, captured September 2026, and from regular price comparison across our UK retail partners.
Why should you choose this mattress?
The main draw here is breathability paired with softness. The AirGrid® layer springs back the moment you move, which means you get memory foam contouring without that stuck-in-the-bed feeling foam is often criticised for. Underneath, InfinitySpring divides the mattress into seven zones tailored to different parts of your body, from shoulders to hips, so heavier areas sink a touch more while lighter ones stay supported. The removable, washable cover is a genuinely practical touch. Yes, a Super King is a real spend, but a 200-night trial and a 10-year guarantee from Emma take much of the risk out of it. It is also NBF approved, an independent industry certification.
Key features & layer details
Premium cover
A thicker, soft-to-touch fabric that feels gentle against your skin. It is completely removable, which means you can wash it and keep the mattress fresher for longer.
AirGrid®
A flexible grid of open air pockets that relieves pressure while letting air move around your skin. It bounces back the instant you shift, so you never feel trapped when changing position at night.
Airgocell
A point-elastic, highly breathable layer that moves air through open cells. This releases humidity, which means a cooler, drier sleep surface.
MemoryAdapt Foam
This foam moulds to your body's shape and spreads your weight evenly. In practice, that eases pressure on hips and shoulders while keeping you supported.
SupportBase
A transitional foam that cushions your body and eases strain on sensitive pressure points. It bridges the comfort layers and the springs, giving balanced firmness without letting you sink too far.
InfinitySpring
An edge-to-edge spring system split into seven targeted zones for your head, neck, shoulders, back, hips, knees and feet. Each zone adapts to that part of your body for more tailored support.
Bottom cover
A grippy base fabric that holds the mattress in place on your frame. That means less shifting and sliding night to night.
Layer details from emma-sleep.co.uk product page, September 2026.
Best suited for?
Side sleepers
MemoryAdapt Foam moulds to your shape and spreads weight evenly, which means hips and shoulders get cushioning where side sleepers tend to need it.
Warm sleepers
The Airgocell layer moves air through open cells and releases humidity, which means a cooler, drier sleep surface through the night.
Combination sleepers
AirGrid® bounces back the instant you shift, so changing position at night never leaves you feeling stuck or trapped in the foam.
Lighter sleepers
The medium soft feel gives noticeable cushioning and contouring, which suits lighter bodies that want to sink in a little rather than rest on top.
Couples
InfinitySpring runs edge to edge in seven targeted zones, so each partner gets support shaped to their own body from shoulders to feet.
Emma describes this as medium soft, so if you like a firm mattress, or you're a heavier sleeper who needs a sturdier surface to keep your spine aligned, this probably isn't the one. If you prefer a traditional springy, all-pocket-sprung feel, you may also find the foam layers a little too hugging.
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Some retailers still sell the earlier version of this mattress, or ex-display and returned stock at a lower price. These are the sizes where it costs less than the current model's best price.
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FAQ's
How firm is the Emma Original Elite mattress?
Emma describes it as medium soft. That means a cushioned, contouring feel where you settle into the surface, rather than lying firmly on top of it. Side sleepers and lighter bodies tend to get on well with this kind of feel, although if you prefer sleeping on a firm mattress, you may find it a touch too yielding.
Does the Emma Original Elite come with a trial and guarantee?
Yes. Bought from Emma directly, it comes with a 200-night trial, which gives you plenty of time to adjust and decide at home, plus a 10-year guarantee. Retailers stocking it list a 10-year guarantee too, though terms can differ by seller, so check before you buy.
How much does the Emma Original Elite cost?
It depends on the size you choose, and the price table on this page shows the current price for each size. It's sold in UK Single, Double, King and Super King. It isn't a budget buy at the larger sizes, but the trial and guarantee soften the risk of getting it wrong.
Is the Emma Original Elite good for hot sleepers?
It's built with cooling in mind. The AirGrid® layer uses open air pockets that let your skin breathe, and the Airgocell layer moves air through open cells to release humidity. If you tend to overheat under memory foam, this design should feel noticeably airier than an all-foam mattress.
How deep is the Emma Original Elite mattress?
It's 27cm deep, made up of comfort foams, the AirGrid® layer and a seven-zone InfinitySpring system, topped with a removable, washable cover. That depth means most standard fitted sheets should still work, though it's worth checking deep-fitted sizing if your sheets are snug.
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