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Which one is best for you? Essential or Premiere - 2026 comparison by Vs Mattress

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EssentialUp to $550 off + further 10% OFFPremiereUp to $550 off + further 10% OFF

Essential

by Dusk & Dawn · Hybrid (Foam & Springs)

Up to $550 off + further 10% OFF

10 · 100-night trial

Premiere

by Dusk & Dawn · Hybrid (Foam & Springs)

Up to $550 off + further 10% OFF

10 · 100-night trial

Pricing by size

Essential

Single$1,149

King Single$1,249

Double$1,649

Queen$1,749

King$1,949

Premiere

Single$1,849

King Single$1,949

Double$2,049

Queen$2,249

King$2,549

Essential information

	Essential	Premiere
Type	Hybrid (Foam & Springs)	Hybrid (Foam & Springs)
Launched	–	–
Brand	Dusk & Dawn	Dusk & Dawn
Made in	Australia	Australia
Unique points	This 5 layer Dusk and Dawn Essential mattress combines foam and pocket springs: Australian Natura-Wool Eco-Air Comfort Technology Elasta-Gel Premium High Density / High Resilience Comfort Foam ISO Coil 5 Zone Pocket Spring System With Full Edge Outer Perimeter Springs	This 7 layer Dusk and Dawn Premiere mattress combines foam and pocket springs: Australian Natura-Wool Eco-Air Comfort Technology Elasta-Gel Premium Comfort Foam Premium High Density / High Resilience Comfort Foam ISO Coil 5 Zone Pocket Spring System Power Edge Support
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Certifications & trial

	Essential	Premiere
OEKO-TEX®	Yes	Yes
CertiPUR-US®	No	No
Certifications	OEKO-TEX®, GECA (Good Environmental Choice Australia)	OEKO-TEX®, GECA (Good Environmental Choice Australia)
Other certification info	GECA (Good Environmental Choice Australia)	GECA (Good Environmental Choice Australia)
Sleep trial	100 nights	100 nights
Warranty	10	10
Free shipping	–	–
Free returns	No	No
Pay later	Yes	Yes
Delivery info	Delivery generally takes up to 7-10 working days depending on exact location/state. Regional deliveries may take up to 3-4 weeks, based on your location. Melbourne Metro orders are usually with 3-5 working days. $180 flat rate in regional areas	Delivery generally takes up to 7-10 working days depending on exact location/state. Regional deliveries may take up to 3-4 weeks, based on your location. Melbourne Metro orders are usually with 3-5 working days. $180 flat rate in regional areas

Firmness & feel

	Essential	Premiere
One firmness fits all	No	No
Select your firmness	Yes	Yes
Adjustable firmness	Yes	Yes
Half and half firmness	No	No
Flippable / reversible	No	No
Firmness info	Dusk and Dawn provides an array of supports tailored to meet every sleeper's needs. Their Plush support, rated 3-4 on the firmness scale, is supremely soft, offering luxurious comfort while ensuring body support throughout the night. The Comfy Medium support, with a firmness score of 5-6, is widely favored, providing the perfect balance of support and comfort by allowing slight sinkage for the hips and shoulders. For those who prefer a solid foundation, the Firm Support, rated 7-8, offers a firmer base while not compromising on comfort.	Dusk and Dawn provides an array of supports tailored to meet every sleeper's needs. Their Plush support, rated 3-4 on the firmness scale, is supremely soft, offering luxurious comfort while ensuring body support throughout the night. The Comfy Medium support, with a firmness score of 5-6, is widely favored, providing the perfect balance of support and comfort by allowing slight sinkage for the hips and shoulders. For those who prefer a solid foundation, the Firm Support, rated 7-8, offers a firmer base while not compromising on comfort.

Construction & materials

	Essential	Premiere
Layers	Australian Natura-Wool, Eco-Air Comfort Technology, Elasta-Gel, Premium High Density Comfort Foam, ISO Coil 5 Zone Pocket Springs	Australian Natura-Wool, Eco-Air Comfort Technology, Elasta-Gel, Premium Comfort Foam, Premium High Density / High Resilience Comfort Foam, ISO Coil 5 Zone Pocket Spring System, Power Edge Support
Cover	Featuring a premium knit, high quality comfort-stretch fabric surface panel for a more luxurious feel and better surface comfort to the touch. Combined with a 3D mesh gusset for maximum airflow and breathability. This ensures better breathaility and optimal temperature regulation and comfort while you sleep.	Featuring a premium knit, high quality comfort-stretch fabric surface panel for a more luxurious feel and better surface comfort to the touch. Combined with a 3D mesh gusset for maximum airflow and breathability. This ensures better breathaility and optimal temperature regulation and comfort while you sleep.
Machine-washable cover	No	No
Ergonomic handles	Yes	Yes
Comfort	Pure Australian natural wool comfort. Highly breathable and naturally anti-bacterial and anti dust mite for a fresher and more hygienic sleep. Natural wool has excellent thermo-regulation properties, which keep you warm in winter and cooler in summer. By using locally sourced Australian wool we are supporting our Aussie farmers!	Our 100% Australian made Premiere mattress uses advanced sleep technology which delivers a more restorative and sound sleep. We only use quality materials, premium Australian wools and our foams are GECA Health certified. Rest assured with our 100 day comfort guarantee.
Support	Independently encased Pocket Coil System with 5 targeted zones for better body support and contouring where you need it most. The independent pocket springs also help minimise partner disturbance. With firmer perimeter coils for extra edge support and increased sleeping surface.	Independently encased Pocket Coil System with 5 targeted zones for better body support and contouring where you need it most. The independent pocket springs also help minimise partner disturbance. With firmer perimeter coils for extra edge support and increased sleeping surface.
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Size & weight

	Essential	Premiere
Available sizes	Single, King Single, Double, Queen, King	Single, King Single, Double, Queen, King, Super King
Dimensions	Single: 32 cm	Single: 34 cm
Single weight (kg)	N/A	N/A
King Single weight (kg)	N/A	N/A
Double weight (kg)	48	48
Queen weight (kg)	50	50
King weight (kg)	55	55

FAQs

Essential

Where are Dusk and Dawn mattresses made?

Dusk & Dawn mattresses are proudly owned, designed, and made in Melbourne Australia. The company prides itself on hand-making every mattress locally, and it is officially certified as Australian Made and Owned. By choosing to manufacture their products domestically, Dusk & Dawn supports Australian families and contributes to the local economy.

Are Dusk&Dawn mattresses environmentally friendly?

Dusk&Dawn mattresses are indeed environmentally friendly. They are made using Australian-made foams and fabrics, which reduces the carbon footprint associated with overseas shipping. Furthermore, Dusk&Dawn proudly uses materials certified by Good Environmental Choice Australia (GECA) and Oeko-Tex. These certifications ensure that the materials used are produced in an environmentally responsible manner.

Do Dusk&Dawn mattresses come in a box?

Dusk&Dawn mattresses do not come in a box. The company prides itself on using high-quality materials that cannot be compressed, rolled, or squashed into a box without compromising their quality. This decision reflects Dusk&Dawn's commitment to delivering a premium product, even if it means deviating from the increasingly popular bed-in-a-box model.

Premiere

Where are Dusk and Dawn mattresses made?

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Wrap up

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

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