Simba Essential vs Emma Original - 2024 Review

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Essential Information

Mattress Type
Hybrid (foam & springs)
Memory foam
Brand
Simba
Emma
Year Launched
1979
2019 (2015 in Europe)
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 Emma Original mattress optimises body support and relaxation for a dream-worthy sleep with its 3 special layers:

  • 3cm Breathable Point-elastic Airgocell® foam
  • 2cm Pressure Relieving Visco-Elastic Memory Foam
  • 19cm Supportive Cold 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®
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.

Not too firm, not too soft… this medium firmness mattress is perfect for all sleeping positions. Rated a 5/10 on the firmness scale. If you prefer a firmer feel, see the Emma Premium.

Pricing

Single
Double
King
Super King
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Construction & Materials

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Simba Essential
Emma Original
Layers
Open Cell Graphite Infused Simbatex, Aerocoil® Spring-Comfort Layer, Multi-Zoned Foam Base
Breathable Point-elastic Airgocell® foam,Pressure Relieving Visco-Elastic Memory Foam, Supportive Cold Foam.
Cover
BREATHABLE SLEEP SURFACE. With up to 500g of super soft, hand-knitted goodness; our hypoallergenic sleep surface keeps your mattress fresh and cool.
The top cover consists of special climate fiber that regulates humidity. At the same time, it is so elastic that it fits the core of your mattress, perfectly. Removable and washable cover made of 100% Polyester. The grey side cover with 3D-mesh supports air circulation, gives the mattress a stylish look and grips the underside thanks to the practical non-slip elements. Now with handles.
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 breathable Airgocell® foam allows for optimal ventilation due to its open pores. In addition, the cover with climate control fiber provides a particularly fast moisture removal, which ensures a completely pleasant sleeping climate. The Airgocell® foam provides you with ideal comfort thanks to exceptional point-elasticity that allows one area to compress without affecting the rest of the mattress. In addtion, Emma's open-pored highly breathable material won't make you sweat. The innovative mattress cover not only impresses with its contemporary design characterised by modern simplicity but with its particularly customer-friendly handling. It was specially developed to allow for constant air circulation. The Airgocell® foam provides you with ideal comfort thanks to exceptional point-elasticity that allows one area to compress without affecting the rest of the mattress. In addtion, Emma's open-pored highly breathable material won't make you sweat. The innovative mattress cover not only impresses with its contemporary design characterised by modern simplicity but with its particularly customer-friendly handling. It was specially developed to allow for constant air circulation.
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.
By combining the different materials and structures, an optimal pressure distribution can be achieved. This creates ideal conditions for a restful sleep, because only then can your body regenerate overnight. The conformable Next Generation Airgocell® foam which can adapt to any body shape thanks to its point elasticity. The advanced 3 layer zone profile improves pressure distribution of the body effectively and supports this adjustment so you can sleep well in any position. The visco-elastic memory foam in the intermediate layer distributes pressure in an optimal fashion. This material is a modern marvel, because it keeps you comfortable in any sleep position. Our cold foam supports you where it matters. The firm, bottom layer provides the necessary counter pressure, whatever your sleeping position, and offers comprehensive support for your lower back. The shoulder zone promotes a healthy and optimal weight distribution in the shoulder area ensuring the perfect spinal alignment. It is, so to speak, your personal dream assistant for a restful and pleasant sleep. Relaxation meets health.
Manufactured in
United Kingdom
United Kingdom

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Size & Weight

Available Sizes
Single, Small Double, Double, King
Single, Double, King, Super King
Mattress Depth
20 cm
25 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
16
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
23
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
33
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)
33

FAQ

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.

Free delivery with UPS with an additional option for Saturday delivery for an extra cost. The Emma Original mattress will be delivered in a box 45x45x110cm. Due to the spread of the Coronavirus, we now offer no-contact delivery - doorstep delivery and no-signature policy.

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