Simba Essential vs Brook + Wilde Ultima - 2024 Review

Vs Mattress is reader-supported, that means if you buy something via a link on this page, we might earn a commission. Thank you kindly.

← Back to comparisons
Top
Pick
Top
Pick
Top
Pick

Simba Essential

Top
Pick

Sale: Up To 55% Off

Claim Deal

60% off everything when you spend £450 or more

Claim Deal

Essential Information

Mattress Type
Hybrid (foam & springs)
Hybrid (foam & springs)
Brand
Simba
Brook + Wilde
Year Launched
1979
Unique Points

The Simba Hybrid Essential has four layers, impressive for a budget model:

  • Breathable Sleep Surface
  • Open Cell Graphite Infused Simbatex
  • Aerocoil® Spring-Comfort Layer
  • Multi-Zoned Foam Base

The Brook + Wilde Ultima has ten unique layers:

  • Cooling cover
  • Breathable mattress cover
  • Breathable top layer
  • Refreshing comfort layer
  • 2000 nano-springs
  • Unique support layer
  • Dynamic airflow
  • 4000 pocket springs
  • Support foundation
  • Non-slip base
Video

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®
100% Recyclable Materials, 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 Simba Hybrid Essential is a medium-firm mattress, however, 95% of Simba sleepers love their mattress. If it doesn't work for you, Simba mattresses that are returned are either refurbished or recycled; they never go near a landfill site.

The Ultima is available in 3 different firmness options: Soft feel (3/10 firmness) Recommended for side sleepers, and those with a smaller build or weight. Medium feel (5/10 firmness) Recommended for back and side sleepers and those who change positions throughout the night. Firm feel (7/10 firmness) Recommended for front sleepers, average to heavier body frames, and people with back problems.

Pricing

Single
Double
King
Super King
Pay Later
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.

Sale: Up To 55% Off

Claim Deal

60% off everything when you spend £450 or more

Claim Deal

Construction & Materials

Image
Simba Essential
Brook + Wilde Ultima
Layers
Open Cell Graphite Infused Simbatex, Aerocoil® Spring-Comfort Layer, Multi-Zoned Foam Base
Breathable top layer, Refreshing comfort layer, 2000 nano-springs, Unique support layer, Dynamic airflow, 4000 pocket springs, Support foundation
Cover
BREATHABLE SLEEP SURFACE. With up to 500g of super soft, hand-knitted goodness; our hypoallergenic sleep surface keeps your mattress fresh and cool.
Our most premium cool-to-touch cover. Thermic fabric is cooling by 2°C, and contains microcapsules which proactively manage body temperature by storing and releasing any excess heat.
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
Being too hot at night is an absolute no-no for great sleep. That’s why we designed our fantastic Simbatex foam; it’s an ‘open cell’ foam, which allows thirty times the airflow of memory foam (that’s almost breezy for a bed).
The ultimate comfort layer - the innovatory, large open-cell structure memory foam allows for 4 times the airflow for optimal breathability and comfort. The dynamic airflow system actively and continuously draws fresh air into the core of your mattress, and engaging with the springs layers, pushes cool air up and throughout the mattress.
Support
You’ll find up to 1,500 of these ingenious springs nestling in our essential mattresses; each individual Aerocoil® spring flexes gently in response to you and your partner’s movements, offering personalised support to each of you without disturbing the other.
Harbouring a twin layer of 4000 large pocket springs, this layer provides the perfect level of push-back and bounce. The high-density support base offers the best foundation for your perfect night’s sleep - you can rest easy with this built-to-last, fundamental layer, which gives your mattress its durable structure.
Manufactured in
United Kingdom
United Kingdom

Posts

Bedtime reading

Size & Weight

Available Sizes
Single, Small Double, Double, King
Double, King, Super King
Mattress Depth
20 cm
30 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)
14
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)
18
56
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)
21
74
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)
74

FAQ

How firm is Simba essential?

Is the Simba Essential Hybrid worth it?

Does the Simba Essential hybird have 0% finance?

What’s the best way to clean it?

Does Brook and Wilde have a showroom?

Who is the CEO of Brook and Wilde?

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)
365
200
Warranty (Years)
10
10
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.

Your Brook + Wilde mattress will be delivered to a room of your choice, with our white glove, two man delivery service.

Related Comparisons

Thank you for checking out this Simba Essential vs Brook + Wilde Ultima mattress comparison. We have tried to compare all the necessary information to help you choose which mattress is the most suitable for you.