The perfect pillow, a cosy doona, a non-snoring partner and kids that stay in their own bed all night. These are four essential ingredients to a decent night’s sleep. But the key ingredients that bring the whole sleep thing together? A good quality bed and mattress.Â
Poor sleep can impact every aspect of our lives and leave us cranky, sore, tired and emitting serious Grumpy Mummy Energy. Investing in a high-quality bed and mattress can alleviate discomfort, reduce the risk of back pain, and leave you feeling like you’re woken up on a cloud. Ah, bliss!
We’ve counted down our top picks for the best beds and best mattresses of 2024, featuring 13 best bed bases and mattresses for yourself and your kids. Let the bed buying begin!Â
First things first, when should I replace a bed or mattress?Â
Typically, mattresses should be replaced every 7-10 years, though this can vary depending on the type and quality of the mattress. When considering the replacement of your bed or mattress, it’s important to be aware of several signs that indicate it’s time for a change. These include:
- Visible wear and tear
- Persistent discomfort
- Noticeable decline in support
Our Top Tips when Buying a New Bed or Mattress
FIRMNESS MATTERS: Consider your sleep position and personal comfort preferences when choosing firmness. Side sleepers typically benefit from a softer mattress for pressure relief, while back and stomach sleepers might need a firmer mattress for better support. Many mattresses now offer adjustable firmness options, so look for ones that allow you to tailor the feel to your liking.
CONSIDER MATERIAL & TECHNOLOGY:Â Look into the materials used in the mattress, such as memory foam, latex, or innerspring. Each material has different benefits, like temperature regulation or motion isolation. Advanced technologies like cooling gels or adjustable firmness, can enhance comfort and address specific sleep concerns.
CONSIDER MOTION ISOLATION: If you share your bed, a mattress with good motion isolation will minimise disturbances from your partner’s movements. Memory foam and hybrid mattresses often excel in this area, reducing the likelihood of waking up during the night due to shifting or tossing.
REVIEW RETURN POLICIES:Â One of the things about purchasing a mattress online is that you may not get a chance to test it out first. The good thing is that many companies now offer return policies so you can try it and return it if it’s not the right fit.
COMPARE WARRANTIES:Â A robust warranty ensures protection against manufacturing defects and can offer peace of mind for a long-term investment, even if this means the mattress is a little more than you expected to pay. A mattress that lasts 10 years for $1,000 is going to be better value than one that lasts 5 years for $800.
And now, onto the main event – our countdown of the best mattresses and best beds for adults and kids of 2024.
BEST MATTRESSES OF 2024
Emma Luxe Mattress
RRP:Â Starts at $1,680
Where to Buy: Emma Sleep
Experience unparalleled sleep with the Emma Luxe Mattress, one of the top sellers on the Emma Sleep site. Expect quality sleep for an affordable price with features including the unique Edge-to-Edge Infinity Springs for extra support and the Advanced ThermoSync® Technology for superior temperature.
If you or your partner are sweaty sleepers, this mattress is a game-changer! In fact, it’s been awarded Best Cooling Mattress of 2024 by BestMattressAU.com and ensures a cool, comfortable sleep all night long.
Backed by an in-house team of sleep experts and rigorous testing in their German lab, Emma mattresses also come with a 10-year durability guarantee and a 150-night trial (the longest in the industry).
The Macoda Mattress
RRP:Â Starts at $850
Where to Buy: Macoda
The Macoda Mattress is Australia’s epitome of comfort! It’s an award-winning mattress design that’s been engineered to go beyond a good night’s sleep. With 5 zones of ultra-durable pocket springs and layers of adaptive, supportive and cooling foam,  it’s crafted to give you optimal pressure relief and temperature control, so you can sleep soundly through the night.
The Macoda Mattress also features the innovative “Unzip and Flip” system, letting you adjust the firmness in minutes, right at home. And because it’s an online brand, it arrives rolled in a box straight to your door (with free delivery too!). Plus, if it’s not the perfect fit for you, just let them know within 100 nights, and they will pick up the mattress, donate it, and give you a full refund.
Named BedBuyers’ “Most Comfortable Mattress” in Australia for 2024, Macoda offers a premium sleep experience at a fraction of the price. Say goodbye to restless nights and hello to restful, rejuvenating sleep.
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Valmori Home Collection Spring Mattress
RRP: $1,250
Where to Buy: Valmori Home Collection
The Valmori Home Collection is simply stunning, combining premium comfort with affordability. Our pick for their best mattress is the Valmori Home Collection Spring Mattress which has been highly rated by Choice since 2022, winning rave reviews from both consumers and critics across Australia.
With Valmori, you’ll stay cool all night thanks to their Advanced Gel-Memory Foam technology that keeps things sweat-free. Plus, the premium motion isolation means you can toss and turn without disturbing your partner’s sleep. The anti-slip bottom keeps your mattress securely in place, and high-density edges ensure you can sit or roll over comfortably without slipping off.
If you like firm mattresses, this one is the perfect pairing for you! It’s also secured CHOICE® Recommended Mattress of 2023 and 2024 and comes with both a 100-night trial and free delivery. To top it all off, every customer will receive free pillows with every mattress purchase.
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The Koala Mattress
RRP:Â $1,250
Where to Buy: Koala
Premium comfort meets ultimate flexibility at Koala with Australia’s top-rated mattress, the Koala Mattress. Named ProductReview.com.au’s best mattress for 2023 and 2024, it features a three-zone support core that perfectly moulds to your body’s curves, ensuring incredible comfort all night long.
Whether you’re in the mood for a firmer or softer feel, the flippable firmness topper lets you adjust your mattress to your exact preference at home. And if you and your partner have different comfort needs, their innovative partner preference option has you covered with a half-half firmness adjustment.
The Koala range has been one of our faves for years now and with the 120-night trial, you’ll get a full refund and free metro pickup if it’s not the right fit for you.
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The Bellissimo Duet by Makin Mattresses
RRP: Starts at $1,605
Where to Buy: Makin Mattresses (locations below)
Meet the Bellissimo! Australia’s no.1 selling Luxury mattress brand. Proudly manufactured in Makin Mattresses’ six Australian plants, the Bellissimo incorporates cutting-edge technology to create a superior mattress, that’s got thousands of genuine 5-star reviews on Google. It’s 100% Australian-made with a five-year comfort promise*. This means Makin Mattresses will modify or reconfigure your mattress for FREE within the first five years if your comfort needs change.
The Bellissimo range features micro-coil technology nestled in the top layers of the mattress, replacing traditional foam, gel, or latex that will degrade over time. The micro coils provide superior cushioning and enhance airflow, ensuring a cooler, more hygienic sleep environment. Micro coils also maintain their shape over time, reducing body impressions.
The Bellissimo Duet also features a Five Zone Pocket Spring support system designed to offer optimal support and minimal partner disturbance. Plus it’s double-sided, doubling the support, comfort, and longevity.
TRY BEFORE YOU BUY! They have spacious showrooms with knowledgeable staff located in Albury, Adelaide, Canberra, Newcastle, North Brisbane, South Brisbane, Gold Coast, Perth, Sandringham and Thomastown.
*Terms and conditions apply. See in-store for details.
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Ergoflex 5G Mattress
RRP: From $849.99
Where to Buy: Ergoflex
Our best mattress pick for back pain? The Ergoflex 5G Mattress which is considered Australia’s #1 mattress for back pain. The Ergoflex® 5G Memory Foam Mattress is an orthopaedic memory foam mattress that moulds to the contours of your body, reduces pressure points, alleviates pain and improves sleep. It also happens to be the #1 mattress choice for elite Aussie athletes including Jess and Noemie Fox.
Ergoflex is the original mattress-in-a-box brand with over a decade of trusted performance. They’ve been providing better night’s sleep since 2010 and have garnered thousands of 5-star reviews from long-term customers. Ergoflex also sells memory foam pillows, mattress protectors, sheets and a range of hand-made Australian upholstered bed frames.
Their mattress materials stand out for several reasons including composition, memory foam depth and density rating. The foam used is unique only to Ergoflex and is not off-the-shelf, a very important detail when considering mattress durability. The 5G, like all Ergoflex mattresses, comes with a 10-year warranty, a 30-night free trial and a return option too.
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Wowbeds Duo Hybrid Mattress
RRP: $890 Queen on Sale
Where to Buy: WowbedsÂ
Which is better? An innerspring or foam mattress? What we love about the Wowbed Duo Hybrid Mattress is you don’t have to choose! The Wowbed Duo blends the best features of innersprings and foams to ensure the perfect spinal alignment and exceptional pressure relief for all body types and sleeping positions. Wow indeed!
The Wowbed Duo features a unique second layer of responsive pocket springs that adapt precisely to your body’s contours. Crafted from non-toxic, internationally certified materials, the Wowbed Duo also ticks the safety and sustainability boxes.
With firm edge supports, bamboo fabric, cooling features, and excellent airflow, this mattress offers a complete package for a refreshing night’s sleep. Ideal for everyone from adults to growing children, it provides optimal support for developing spines. Check out the crazy reader offer below too!
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Mattress Crafters Boutique Craft Cell Hybrid Mattress
RRP: $899 for Queen
Where to Buy: Mattress Crafters
As Australia’s best value mattress seller, Mattress Crafters excels by offering top-tier comfort and quality at unbeatable factory-direct prices — cutting out the middleman for customers. Built upon the success of the Bedbuyer’s award-winning Boutique Mattress (Best Budget Mattress in Australia 2023 & 2024), the Craft Cell Hybrid represents the premium extension of that line, delivering high-end materials and support under $1,000. More deluxe models are available in all sizes and factory-direct.
Featuring CrafterCore Plus memory foam and a 7-zone Craftercoil pocket system for support, it also includes gel-infused foam for cooling and certified natural latex. Robust edge support maximizes space, making it ideal for families. Plus, enjoy peace of mind with a 100-night comfort guarantee, a 15-year warranty, and fast, free shipping to most Australian capital cities and regional areas.
BEST BED BASES
Koala Balmain Bed Base
RRP: $1.050
Where to Buy: KoalaÂ
Our top pick for the best bed bases goes to none other than Koala’s Balmain Bed Base. This contemporary bed base is the perfect blend of sleek design and smart functionality that features a compact design to save space without sacrificing comfort or practicality.
Crafted from 100% FSC® certified wood, it reflects Koala’s commitment to sustainability with responsibly managed forest materials. The Balmain Bed Base is designed in Australia and is super easy to put together. You don’t need any tools, allowing you to set it up in minutes.
A winner on ProductReview.com.au in 2024, the Balmain Bed Base stands out for its clever, adaptable design and understated elegance. It looks great with any modern decor and compliments the Balmain Bedside Table perfectly. Plus, with a 120-night risk-free trial, you can experience it in your home with peace of mind.
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JUST FOR KIDS
Ortho Balance Ensemble
RRP: From $568
Where to Buy:Â Mobile Mattress
The Ortho Balance Ensemble from Mobile Mattress is a bed and mattress for under $600. Talk about insane value! The Ortho Balance mattress is designed for young children transitioning to bigger beds or older kids needing an upgrade.
The Ortho Balance ensemble’s mattress features a 3-zone pocket spring for hip support and a medium-firm, breathable bamboo comfort layer, providing a comfortable sleep surface. It also comes with their popular study wooden Porto bed base and your choice of slipcover colour.
Mobile Mattress is a proud Australian-owned and operated family-run business from Capalaba, Brisbane’s bayside. Not only do they specialise in high-quality bedroom furniture, but they also design and make all of their products specifically for the Australian climate, which is especially important if you are living in Queensland where warm weather can wreak havoc on your furniture.
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teddy Junior Kids Mattress
RRP: $499
Where to Buy: teddy
Another winner for best mattresses for children is the teddy Mattress — a perfect choice for young children transitioning from a cot. Designed with a dual-sided feature, it offers tailored support for different developmental stages. The green foam side provides firm support for children aged 2-4, while the softer grey foam side caters to kids aged 5-18, adapting to their growing spine. How smart is that!?
The teddy Mattress isn’t just comfortable but also smart with a removable, machine-washable outer cover to handle night-time accidents and a waterproof inner cover for added protection. Each mattress is crafted from CertiPUR-US® and REACH-approved foam, ensuring it’s free from harmful chemicals.
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Koala Joey Bed Base
RRP: $725
Where to Buy: Koala
We’ve already shared our love for Koala for the best beds and best mattresses for adults but did you know they also have a terrific kids’ beds range? The Joey range is as cute as it is functional and the perfect choice for growing tots from toddlers, and all the way to tweens.
Crafted from beautiful natural beech solid timber, the Joey Bed Base combines elegance with practicality and will complement any bedroom decor, from superheroes to Squishmallows. Its height-adjustable legs evolve with your child’s development which is especially great for rolly polly kiddies who tend to fall out of bed. As your little one gets older, you can easily adjust the legs to make the bed higher and more grown up.
The Joey Bed Base also features a removable, machine-washable upholstered headboard cover, providing added comfort for cosy storytime moments. Like all Koala products, the Joey Bed Base comes with a 120-night risk-free trial and free metro pickup if it’s not the perfect match. Full T&Cs at Koala Sofa Beds – Fast & Flexible Delivery
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Joey Kids Mattress
RRP:Â $475
Where to Buy: Koala
Our final pick for the best mattresses for kids is another product from the fabulous Joey range which happens to compliment the Joey Bed Base perfectly. You guessed it – it’s the Joey Kids Mattress!
This Australian-designed mattress features a water-resistant protective layer and a removable, machine-washable top layer, making it ideal for handling night-time accidents. Suitable for kiddies 3-12 (just like the Bed Base), the Joey Kids’ Mattress has been independently tested and holds both OEKO-TEXⓇ Standard 100 and CertiPUR-US® certifications. This means it’s free from harmful substances, including formaldehyde, phthalates, and heavy metals, ensuring a safe and healthy sleep environment.
Give your child a comfortable, safe and clean sleep space while getting them excited about their own big boy/girl room with Joey. These mattresses are also covered by Koala’s 120-risk-free trial, plus free pick-up in metro areas. Full T&Cs at Koala Sofa Beds – Fast & Flexible Delivery
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HINT: If you’re after the best beds for infants and toddlers, check out our picks for the best cots, best bassinets and best toddler beds.Â
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