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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sarah Jones

How we test mattresses at IndyBest

Discover how we find our tried and tested favourites - (Lucy Smith/The Independent)

Testing mattresses isn’t just about sleeping on the job – though there is quite a lot of this involved. It’s about meticulously assessing all the features that actually matter in a mattress, in real-world conditions, over a good amount of time, to ensure that it delivers on its claims. Here, we unpack the full testing criteria that all mattresses we review must go through. Rest assured, only then can they make the cut.

There’s so much to consider when investing in a mattress, from size and breathability to temperature regulation, motion isolation and edge support. Not to mention deciphering the differences between each type, of which there are now many. Luckily, IndyBest’s team of sleep experts know their pocket springs from their memory foam. With multiple years of mattress testing experience under our belts, you can rest assured that we’ll help you find the right one for you.

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