Firmness
Medium Firm
Type
Hybrid
Depth (cm)
20
Number of Layers
Trial Period (nights)
Warranty (years)
Price Range
£549 to £799
Best Sleeping Position(s)
Certifications
Features CertiPUR® certified foams, ensuring no harmful chemicals.
Assessed from Simba's published specification for this mattress, captured September 2026, and from regular price comparison across our UK retail partners.
This mattress makes sense if you want a hybrid, meaning springs paired with foam, from a well-known brand at a lower entry price of £549. The medium firm feel is a sensible default: supportive enough for back sleepers, forgiving enough for most side sleepers. Its 20cm depth keeps it lighter to handle and easier to rotate than deeper models. The specification is basic compared with Simba's higher-tier mattresses, but for a spare room, a first flat or a straightforward upgrade from an ageing mattress, that simplicity is part of the appeal. Retailer listings mention a 10 year guarantee, though you should confirm the exact terms with whichever retailer you buy from.
Key Features & what's inside
Cover
Soft and breathable hypoallergenic knitted cover
Top Layer
Cool and breathable Simbatex foam layer
Layer 2
1500 miQro® pocket springs
Layer 3
Zoned support base
Who's it NOT for?
If you like a deep, hotel-style mattress, the 20cm profile may feel a little shallow, and heavier sleepers may prefer something more substantial. Lightweight side sleepers who need a softer surface for their shoulders and hips could find medium firm slightly too unyielding. There's no Super King option listed either.
Simba Hybrid Essential Mattress
How firm is the Simba Hybrid Essential mattress?
It's listed as medium firm, which means a supportive feel with a modest amount of give at the surface. That suits back sleepers and most combination sleepers well, although lightweight side sleepers may find it slightly too firm for comfortable pressure relief at the shoulder.
How deep is the Simba Hybrid Essential?
Simba's own site lists it at 20cm deep. That's slimmer than many hybrids, which means standard fitted sheets will go on easily and the mattress is lighter to rotate, though it may feel less plush than deeper models.
What sizes does the Simba Hybrid Essential come in?
It's available in UK Single, Small Double, Double and King, with prices ranging from £549 to £799 depending on size. There's no Super King in the listed range, so those with larger bed frames will need to look elsewhere.
Does the Simba Hybrid Essential come with a guarantee?
Retailer listings mention a 10 year guarantee. Because that appears in retailer information rather than on Simba's own product page, it's sensible to confirm the guarantee terms with the retailer before you order.
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