Spring King Pocket Backcare 1500 Mattress
The Spring King Pocket Backcare 1500 is a medium firm pocket spring mattress with a 25cm depth, available in UK Single, Double and King sizes.
- Eases pressure at hips & shoulders
- Minimises partner disturbance
- Medium-firm for back & front sleepers
£189
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The Spring King Pocket Backcare 1500 has pocket springs that sit in their own individual fabric pockets, which means each one responds to your body independently rather than pulling its neighbours down with it. That tends to suit back sleepers and anyone wanting steady, even support. Fillings are soft white 100% polyester fibre under a breathable Belgian damask cover. It's hypoallergenic, meets the BS7177: 2008 fire safety standard for domestic use, and comes with a 1 year guarantee. It sits firmly at the budget end, and it does a lot for the money.
Mattress specifications
Firmness
Medium Firm
Type
Pocket Spring
Depth (cm)
25
Number of Layers
3
Trial Period (nights)
Warranty (years)
1
Price Range
£189 to £299
Best Sleeping Position(s)
Back Sleeping
Stomach Sleeping
Combination Sleeping
Certifications
BS 7177
Assessed from Spring King'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 appeal here is genuine pocket spring support at a price that undercuts much of the market. Each spring works independently, which means better pressure relief around your hips and shoulders and less disturbance from a partner moving about. The medium firm feel suits most back and stomach sleepers, although lightweight side sleepers may find it a little too solid. The polyester fibre fillings are simple rather than plush, but they keep the price down and the mattress hypoallergenic, a real plus if dust triggers your allergies. Free next day delivery to mainland UK sweetens the deal, though some addresses may incur a small fee. The 1 year guarantee is short, so weigh that against the low price.
Key features & layer details
Cover
A breathable Belgian damask fabric cover, which means air can move through the surface rather than getting trapped against you. That helps keep things a little cooler overnight.
Comfort Fillings
Soft white fibre fillings made from 100% polyester. These give a simple, even comfort layer over the springs rather than a deep, plush feel.
Support System
Pocket springs mounted in their own separate fabric pockets, so each spring works completely independently of the others. You feel this as support that follows your body's shape, relieving pressure where you need it.
Layer details from mattressnextday.co.uk product page, September 2026.
Best suited for?
Back sleepers
Pocket springs in their own fabric pockets and a medium firm feel give steady, even support that follows the shape of your body.
Front sleepers
The medium firm tension keeps your hips from sinking too far, which means a flatter and more supported feel when lying on your stomach.
Couples
Each spring works independently, which means you should notice less disturbance when your partner moves about during the night.
Allergy sufferers
Simple polyester fibre fillings and a hypoallergenic build make this a sensible pick if dust tends to trigger your allergies.
Budget buyers
Real pocket spring support sits at the budget end of the market, so you get individually working springs without paying for extra layers.
If you want a plush, sink-in feel, the medium firm tension and simple polyester fillings will likely feel too firm, especially for lightweight side sleepers. Anyone wanting memory foam contouring or a long guarantee should also look elsewhere, as this comes with 1 year of cover rather than the decade some brands offer.
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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.
Spring King Pocket Backcare 1500 Mattress
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FAQ's
Is the Spring King Pocket Backcare 1500 firm or soft?
It's a medium firm mattress. That tension suits most back and stomach sleepers, giving enough push-back to keep your spine level. Lightweight side sleepers may find it slightly too firm at the shoulder and hip, where a softer surface would let those points sink in more.
How thick is the Spring King Pocket Backcare 1500 mattress?
It's 25cm deep, which fits standard fitted sheets without any trouble. The depth comes from a pocket spring support system topped with polyester fibre comfort fillings, all under a breathable Belgian damask cover.
What sizes does the Spring King Pocket Backcare 1500 come in?
Three sizes: UK Single, UK Double and UK King.
Does the Spring King Pocket Backcare 1500 have a guarantee?
Yes, it comes with a 1 year guarantee. That's shorter than many brands offer, which is worth weighing up, though the low starting price softens the trade-off.
Is the Spring King Pocket Backcare 1500 good for allergies?
It's certified hypoallergenic, so it's a sensible pick if dust or allergens tend to disturb your sleep. It also meets the BS7177: 2008 fire resistance standard for domestic use.
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