Simba Essential Foam vs Octasmart Hybrid - 2024 Review

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Essential Information

Mattress Type
Memory foam
Hybrid (foam, memory foam & springs)
Brand
Simba
Dormeo
Year Launched
1979
2010
Unique Points

The Simba Essential foam mattress is the budget friendly memory foam mattress from Simba, made up of 3 layers:

  • Hypoallergenic, knitted cover
  • Cooling, supportive simbatex® layer
  • Zoned, high-density foam base

The Octasmart Hybrid mattress is the main mattress from Dormeo in the Hybrid collection.

  • Breathable Aerocell Foam
  • Octaspring® technology
  • Individual Pocket Springs
  • Our Signature Ecocell® Foam
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Certifications

OEKO-TEX®
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
CertiPur-US®
Pro-Planet, Carbon Neutral Delivery
Other Certification Info

Firmness & Feel

Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
Good Firmness Standard
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Select Your Firmness
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Adjustable Firmness
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Half-Half Firmness
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Flippable / Reversible Firmness
Firmness Info

The Simbatex Essential mattress is rated as 'medium-firm', offering gentle molding and support to the body. Its premium foam provides 30x more airflow than standard memory foam, enhancing comfort.

The Octasmart® Hybrid Mattress offers medium firmness, striking a balance between too firm and too soft. Its structure uses Octaspring® technology for tailored support, while additional pocket springs enhance bounce, ensuring comfort and support across body zones.

Pricing

Single
Double
King
Super King
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Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.

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Construction & Materials

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Simba Essential Foam
Octasmart Hybrid
Layers
Hypoallergenic, knitted cover, Cooling, supportive simbatex® layer, Zoned, high-density foam base
Breathable Aerocell Foam, Octaspring® technology, Individual Pocket Springs, Our Signature Ecocell® Foam
Cover
Hypoallergenic, knitted cover: A soft, breathable cover that’s free from harmful substances (Oeko-tex 100 Standard) and suitable for allergy sufferers
The hypo-allergenic cover is perfect for anybody sensitive to allergies, protecting against dust mites and bacteria to create a healthy sleep environment.
Machine-washable Cover
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Ergonomic Handles
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Comfort
Cooling, supportive simbatex® layer: Open cell, graphite-infused Simbatex® foam keeps you cooler, with 30x the airflow of standard memory foam.
Our Octavent™ Air system makes the mattress 8 times more breathable, cooling your bed temperature by up to 3°C, helping you fall asleep faster, and sleep deeper for longer. This patented system harmonises award winning Octaspring® aerospace technology with a smart performance cover, together allowing cool air to circulate inside the mattress and hot air escape.
Support
Zoned, high-density foam base: A crenelated, high-density foam base offers zoned support, providing extra pressure relief to the shoulders and lower lumbar area.
The combination of technologies and innovative materials create outstanding performance and comfort in this mattress. Rated with as medium firm, you can be reassured that this mattress will support and cradle you right through the night. Different firmness Octaspring® springs are arranged in 3 body zones to provide customised support for your back, with more support for your hips and shoulders which allows your spine to comfortably take its natural shape.
Manufactured in
United Kingdom
Italy

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Size & Weight

Available Sizes
Single, Double, King, Super King
Single, Double, King, Super King
Mattress Depth
19 cm
22 cm
UK Single
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
UK Single Weight (kg)
13
N/A
UK Double
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
UK Double Weight (kg)
19
N/A
UK King
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
UK King Weight (kg)
22
N/A
UK Super King
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
UK Super King Weight (kg)
27
N/A

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Trial & Warranty

Free Trial
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included. Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included. Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
Sleep Trial (Nights)
200
60
Warranty (Years)
10
18
Free Shipping
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
Free Returns
YES
YES

Delivery

Delivery Information

Simba offers FREE carbon neutral standard delivery with a two-person delivery crew. Simba can also take away your old mattress for recycling once you have your new one. Delivery usually be within 3 business days if you order before 2pm, and within 4 business days after 2pm.

Delivery of all Dormeo mattresses is FREE. We have partnered with specialist couriers to ensure the best possible delivery experience for our customers. We can deliver to all addresses within the UK, however there maybe extra charges for deliveries to the Highlands and Islands. We are sorry, but we cannot deliver to Gibraltar and Channel Islands. We charge £4.95 for delivery of orders under £79.

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