In this article we review what we believe to be the best mattress toppers available in the UK. You can of course buy mattress toppers for the many different bed sizes. Below we have included mattress toppers for single and double beds.
Always check though before buying the exact size of your bed. Manufacturers can make single and double beds in slightly different sizes.
The best mattress topper is the Silentnight Deep Sleep Mattress Topper which is made from Polyester/Cotton and filled with a springy hollow fibre. It is machine washable and comes with a 2 year guarantee.
Top 10 Mattress Toppers
We have listed below the best of the best according to actual real life buyers. We looked at the many of these that were on sale, and picked out those that got the highest reviews. We have then listed those mattress toppers below:
Silentnight Deep Sleep Mattress Topper
Fits standard single 90 x 190 cm
Weighs 798 grams
Polyester/Cotton
White Colour
Filled with soft and springy hollow fibre
2 year guarantee
Machine washable at 40 degrees Celsius
It has elasticated corner straps for a secure fit to keep the topper in place on your mattress.
The corner straps fit a mattress depth of up to 30 cm.
90% buyer satisfaction based on 9,000+ buyer reviews
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HIGH LIVING ® Microfibre Mattress Topper
Available in a selection of sizes
This topper is 4" thick (10 cm approximately)
It has elasticated corner straps
The mattress topper is filled with 100% polyester virgin hollowfibre
Single Size 90cm X 190cm approx.
Double 137cm X 190cm approx.
King: 150cm X 200cm approx.
Super King 183cm X 200cm approx.
90% buyer satisfaction based on 6,000+ buyer reviews
Bedsure Memory Foam Mattress Topper
Available in a selection of sizes that include Single, Double and King
This topper is 7cm thick of memory foam
It has a unique construction That minimise motion transfer for better pressure-point relief and whole-body relaxation.
It has a removable and washable fabric cover for a premium look and appearance,
Single Size 90cm X 190cm approx.
Double 135cm X 190cm approx.
King: 150cm X 200cm approx.
90% buyer satisfaction based on 6,000+ buyer reviews
Bedecor Ultra Soft Mattress Topper
Available in a selection of sizes that include Small double, European Double, European King, and Super King
This has a luxury 3D massage bubbles cover that brings the ultra soft feeling.
It can be used under your electric blanket.
3D down alternative filling. very comfortable. approximately 4 cm thick.
Small Double 120cm X 190cm approx.
European Double 140cm X 200 cm approx.
European King: 160cm X 200cm approx.
European Super King: 180cm X 200cm approx.
86% buyer satisfaction based on 5,000+ buyer reviews
HitlineUK Microfibre Mattress Toppers
Available in a selection of sizes that include Single, Double, King and Super King
This topper is 10cm thick of memory foam
Classed as hotel quality
Material:- Fabric: Micro Fiber, Filling: 100% Hollow Fiber. Machine Washable
Single Size 90cm X 190cm approx.
Double 137cm X 190cm approx.
King: 150cm X 200cm approx.
Super King 183 cm x 200 cm
92% buyer satisfaction based on 1,200+ buyer reviews
The Bettersleep Company Hotel Quality Pocket Stitched Microfibre Mattress Topper
This mattress topper fits a standard single mattress 90 x 190 cm
It weighs 1.38 Kg and comes in a white Colour
It has a 233 thread count microfibre cover and is hollow fibre filled
Pocket stitched to keep the filling in place
Twin piped side wall
Elasticated corner straps
Sold to many hotel chains
A popular choice for UK buyers
90% buyer satisfaction based on 1,100+ buyer reviews
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Recci Memory Foam Mattress Topper
Available as a single, double or European King and comes in a plain white colour
5 cm of high quality memory foam
It has a removable and washable cover made from bamboo
This topper helps regulate body temperature and maintain air circulation, thereby preventing you from overheating and sweating.
90% buyer satisfaction based on 4,000+ buyer reviews
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What Size is a Single Bed?
The UK standard size for a single bed should be 3 feet wide and 6 feet 3 inches long. (90 x 190 cm)
There is also what is called a small single bed and some people buy this when trying to save space in a smaller room. If you own one of these then the size will be 2 feet 6 inches wide and 6 feet 3 inches long (76 x 190 cm)
The majority of mattress toppers for single beds are designed to fit the "standard single bed size."
It is also worth noting that many UK buyers also buy these to place on a sofa, or a sofa bed, as that helps a lot in making the sofa much more comfortable to sleep on. Some buyers also buy one of these to help slightly soften an orthopaedic mattress if they find that just too hard.
Quite a few UK buyers also use these to improve the quality of bunk beds.
Likewise many people who like to camp will use one of these for a camping bed and even inside a sleeping bag.
Mattress Sizes (UK)
Mattress Size | Metric (cm) | Imperial (Feet and inches) |
|---|---|---|
Small Single | 75 x 190 | 2'6" x 6'3" |
Single | 90 x 190 | 3'0" x 6'3" |
Small Double (Queen) | 120 x 190 | 4'0" x 6'3" |
Double | 135 x 190 | 4'6" x 6'3" |
King Size | 150 x 200 | 5'0" x 6'6" |
Super King Size | 180 x 200 | 6'0" x 6'6" |
Why Buy a Mattress Topper?
People do buy these toppers for a range of reasons. The most common reason is to help soften up a hard mattress, or to help add some comfort to an older mattress. A good quality mattress for a single bed can cost around £100.
Many of these toppers cost between £20-30, so that of course is a more affordable option for most people. They do vary in thickness quite a bit, and it is clear from reading so many reviews, that buyers do prefer those with a deeper thickness.
These are really all about adding some comfort, and to help you get a good night's sleep.
Best Mattress Topper for a Bad Back
This is actually a very difficult question to answer. The reason it is so hard to answer is that there are many different types of bad back problems. There really is no one single answer as it very much depends on the individual's back problem.
To get relief and a good night's sleep, it can often be trial and error until you find something that works for you. When reading through the many reviews, most back pain sufferers tended to like the first one on our list.