Best pocket sprung mattresses for 2023

A pocket sprung mattress is a great choice if you're not keen on memory foam or want a cooler feeling when you lie down. Take a look at our pick of the best pocket sprung mattresses to avoid making a decision that will hamper your sleep for years to come.

Pocket sprung mattresses are by far the most popular type with Which? members. In our survey, they told us that 33% own this type of mattress, while 22% own a hybrid mattress, which is a combination of springs and foam.  

We've tested a range of pocket sprung mattresses from less than £200 to more than £2,000, but don't assume that a great night's sleep costs a fortune. Our rigorous tests exclusively reveal that some mattresses costing less than £250 are more supportive, breathable and durable than certain mattresses costing four times as much.

Whether you want a traditional pocket sprung mattress with natural fillings, or a hybrid mattress containing both springs and foam or memory foam, take a look at our recommendations.

Head to our full list of mattress reviews to see all the mattresses we've tested.

Only logged-in Which? members can view our recommendations in the table below. If you're not yet a member, join Which? to get instant access.

Table last checked: April 2023

Not sure what size pocket sprung mattress to buy? See our guide to UK mattress sizes.

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Which? mattress reviews

We spend thousands of pounds putting mattresses through their paces, and we're completely independent, so you can have complete confidence in our results.

Our body-support tests reveal how supportive each mattress is for you, regardless of body shape or favoured sleeping position. And after we've simulated between eight and 10 years of use in our durability tests, we perform the body-support tests all over again. That way you know how the support changes over time. The best mattresses provide the same support as they did when new – even after you've been sleeping on them for years.

A good mattress is about more than just support and durability, though. Each one we test is measured for how easy it is to turn over on, how breathable it is and how stable it is. If you’re a light sleeper, we recommend buying a mattress that gets five stars for stability. These are the best at absorbing bounces, so you’re less likely to be disturbed if you share a bed and your partner rolls over or gets up in the night.

Our top five consists of the highest-scoring pocket sprung mattresses, most-recently tested and widely available to buy. If we have multiple mattresses with exactly the same score, we'll include the most recently tested.