Firmness
Medium Firm
Type
Hybrid
Depth (cm)
22
Number of Layers
4
Trial Period (nights)
200
Warranty (years)
10
Price Range
£179 to £331
Best Sleeping Position(s)
Certifications
Assessed from Emma's published specification for this mattress, captured September 2026, and from regular price comparison across our UK retail partners.
The main draw here is value. Prices run from £179 to £331 depending on size, which is low for a hybrid with a zoned spring core. The 3-zone pocket springs adjust support across different areas of your body, which means firmer support where you carry more weight and a softer feel at the shoulders. The wraparound comfort foam edge helps the sides feel more stable, so you can sleep closer to the edge without that rolling-off sensation. Yes, at 22cm it is slimmer than many premium hybrids, but Emma backs it with a 200-night trial, a 10-year guarantee and free delivery in 2 to 7 working days, so there is little risk in trying it.
Key Features & what's inside
- Cover. The top cover of the mattress.
- Airgocell foam layer. Emma's Airgocell foam sits beneath the cover, which means a cushioned, pressure-relieving surface where your body first meets the mattress.
- SupportBase foam. A supportive foam layer that sits between the comfort foam and the springs, helping to keep your spine aligned.
- 3-zone pocket spring core. A pocket spring core divided into three zones, with a wraparound comfort foam edge. The zoning means support is tailored to different parts of your body, while the foam edge keeps the perimeter feeling stable.
Layer details from emma-sleep.co.uk product page, September 2026.
Who's it NOT for?
If you prefer a noticeably soft, sink-in feel, the medium firm rating here is unlikely to suit you. Lightweight side sleepers in particular may find it slightly too firm at the shoulder. And if you want a deep, luxurious-feeling mattress, the 22cm profile is on the slim side.
Emma Original Lite Mattress
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How firm is the Emma Original Lite mattress?
Emma describes the Original Lite as medium firm. That feel suits most back and combination sleepers, although lightweight side sleepers may find it a little too firm for comfortable pressure relief at the shoulder and hip.
Does the Emma Original Lite come with a trial period?
Yes. Emma offers a 200-night trial, so you can sleep on it at home for well over six months before committing. It also comes with a 10-year guarantee and free delivery in 2 to 7 working days.
Is the Emma Original Lite a memory foam or spring mattress?
It is a hybrid, so both. You get Emma's Airgocell foam and SupportBase foam layered over a 3-zone pocket spring core with a wraparound comfort foam edge. That means foam comfort on top with the responsive support of springs underneath.
How much does the Emma Original Lite cost?
Across the retailers we compare, prices range from £179 to £331 depending on size, starting from £179.10. It comes in seven sizes, from UK Single up to Super King, plus EU Double and EU King options.
How deep is the Emma Original Lite mattress?
It is 22cm deep. That is slimmer than many hybrids, which keeps the price down, but check it works with any deep fitted sheets you already own.
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