Emma Original vs Simba 1500 - 2025 Review

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Emma Original

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Essential Information

Mattress Type
Memory foam
Hybrid (foam & springs)
Year Launched
2015
2015
Brand
Emma
Simba
Unique Points

We’re not like a regular mattress, we’re a cool mattress! That’s because Emma is literally a cooling memory foam mattress in a box that keeps out the heat with its;

  • Climate Regulating Cover
  • Adaptive Airgocell Foam
  • Pressure Relieving Visco-Elastic Memory Foam
  • Supportive Base Foam with Adaptive Cut-out Technology

The world’s most 5 star rated mattress designed in the UK and now Made in Canada! The Simba® 1500 is built for those who are looking for a firmer comfort.

  • Breathable sleep surface
  • Open-cell foam layer
  • Patented spring-comfort layer
  • High definition foam with edge support
  • Zoned support base
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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®
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
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included. Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Select Your Firmness
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included. Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Adjustable Firmness
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included. Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Half-Half Firmness
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included. Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
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 Emma Original mattress is considered a medium-firm mattress. Rated a 5/10 on the firmness scale. It contours your body perfectly alleviating pressure points, as well as distributing your weight evenly. It adapts perfectly to your body shape while your spine stays aligned regardless of whether you are a side sleeper, back sleeper, or stomach sleeper.

The Simba 1500 is a firm feel, the Simba 2500 is a medium-plush feel and the Simba 5000 Pro Flex is a plush feel. Simba used body profile data from 10 million sleepers (making up over 180 million profile points) to create a mattress designed for every sleep style and body type. Backed by a 100-night trial and 100,000+ five-star global reviews.

Pricing

Twin
Twin XL
Full/Double
Queen
King
Cal 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.

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Construction & Materials

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Emma Original
Simba 1500
Layers
Climate Regulating Cover, Adaptive Airgocell Foam, Pressure Relieving Visco-Elastic Memory Foam, Supportive Base Foam with Adaptive Cut-out Technology.
Open-cell foam layer, Patented spring-comfort layer, High definition foam with edge support, Zoned support base
Cover
Climate Regulation Cover, supports air circulation and regulates sleep climate by keeping moisture and heat out. The Emma Mattress cover is removable and machine washable. It is composed of 99% polyester and 1% elastane.
Anti-microbial knitted cover - The cover is not removable or washable. The grey base fabric can be cleaned with a soft, damp and clean cloth using small circular motions. Using a mattress protector could help extend the life of your mattress.
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
Pressure Relief - The memory foam layer distributes pressure evenly allowing the mattress to adapt to your body's individual contours. Air flows freely through your Emma mattress so you stay cool while you sleep.
The Simba® 1500 Mattress is 10" deep. Our Simbatex foam uses advanced graphite cooling technology to draw heat away from your body, keeping you cool and comfortable. Simbatex memory foam infused with graphite for cooling
Support
Spinal Alignment - The HRX material layer provides counter-pressure and alignment for lower-back and shoulder support. Your spine stays aligned whether you are a side sleeper, back sleeper, or stomach sleeper.
The Simba® 1500 is built for those who are looking for a firmer comfort. Experience up to 1500 patented conical springs for supportive comfort and airflow.
Manufactured in
Undisclosed
Canada

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Size & Weight

Available Sizes
Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King
Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King
10 "
10 "
Mattress Depth
Twin
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.
35
N/A
Twin Weight (kg)
Twin XL
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.
37
N/A
Twin XL Weight (kg)
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.
Full
48
N/A
Full Weight (kg)
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.
Queen
58
N/A
Queen Weight (kg)
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.
King
72
N/A
King Weight (kg)
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.
Cal King
72
Cal King Weight (kg)

FAQ

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Trial & Warranty

Free Trial
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.
Sleep Trial
100 Nights
100 Nights
Warranty
10 Years
10 Years
Free Shipping
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
Free Returns
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.

Delivery

Delivery Information

The Emma Mattress is shipped with Canpar

Free white glove delivery and setup - You have a choice between having your Simba mattress delivered via shipping courier or via Sleep Country’s White Glove Delivery Service. With their White Glove Delivery Service your mattress will be delivered to your doorstep and placed in your bedroom, while following all COVID-19 safety protocols.

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