What is a Hybrid Mattress?

What is a Hybrid Mattress?

A hybrid mattress combines the responsive support of a pocket sprung core with a comfort layer of memory foam, latex or cooling gel. It’s designed to offer the pressure-relieving benefits of foam with the bounce and breathability of traditional springs, a best-of-both-worlds sleep experience.


Benefits of a Hybrid Mattress

1. Balanced Comfort and Support

The coil system gives you the lift and responsiveness of a traditional mattress, while the foam layer moulds to your body’s shape. This combination supports healthy spinal alignment and relieves pressure on hips, shoulders and other contact points.

2. Cooler Sleep with Better Airflow

Full foam mattresses can trap heat, but hybrids breathe better. The pocket springs allow air to circulate, and many hybrids, like our Cool Cell range, include gel-infused memory foam to draw heat away from your body throughout the night.

3. Strong Edge Support

Hybrid mattresses offer edge-to-edge support, meaning you can sleep right to the edge without feeling like you’ll roll off. It also makes it easier to get in and out of bed, ideal if mobility is a concern.

4. Reduced Motion Transfer

Individually wrapped springs isolate movement, so if your partner tosses and turns, you're less likely to feel it. The foam top layer absorbs motion further, making hybrids a great option for couples.

5. Pressure Relief for Aches and Pains

The contouring foam works to cushion joints and relieve stress on pressure points, while the supportive base helps align your spine, making hybrid mattresses a good choice if you suffer from back, neck or hip pain.


Pros and Cons of Hybrid Mattresses

Pros

  • Combines the comfort of memory foam or latex with the support of pocket springs
  • Cooler sleep surface thanks to airflow and optional gel layers
  • No need to flip the mattress
  • Better motion isolation compared to traditional sprung mattresses

Cons

  • Generally heavier and harder to move
  • Tends to cost more than all-foam or coil mattresses
  • May not suit those who prefer the classic feel of a full memory foam bed


Is a Hybrid Mattress Right for You?

A hybrid mattress is ideal if you want cushioning comfort with reliable support and breathability. It suits a wide range of sleepers, including side, back and combination sleepers, and helps minimise partner disturbance. While it may come at a slightly higher price point, the blend of comfort, durability and spinal support makes it a smart long-term investment in your sleep.


Further Reading

Still unsure which mattress type is right for you? Read our ultimate mattress buying guide to help you decide

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