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Mattresses Buying Guide

Our buying guide will explain which type of mattress would suit you most, how much you can expect to pay for one, and which features are worth looking out for.



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3,233 reviews
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4
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3
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2
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1
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  • Value for Money
    4.2 (522)
  • Sleeping Position
    • Side (406)
    • Back (150)
    • Front (65)
  • Adjustment Period
    • Days (401)
    • I never got used to it! (67)
    • Weeks (38)
    • Months (3)
  • Pre-existing Neck / Back Issues Yes (46%) · No (54%)
  • Caused Discomfort Yes (20%) · No (80%)
  • Heat Retention Yes (22%) · No (78%)
  • Sagging Yes (18%) · No (82%)
  • Perceived Firmness
    • Medium (328)
    • Hard (85)
    • Soft (52)
    • Very Hard (29)
    • Very Soft (14)
  • Customer Service
    4.6 (503)
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Anurag

AnuragGreater Melbourne (Inner), VIC

  • 4 reviews

It’s Great initially then it sucks

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The product is amazing for first few months and then things started to go downhill. First I thought a little change in firmness is fine but as time kept passing now I have more back pain and it has changed shape.

Purchased for $1,000.00.

Customer Service
Value for Money
Sleeping PositionBack and Side
Adjustment PeriodWeeks
Pre-existing Neck / Back Issues No
Caused Discomfort Yes
Heat Retention No
Sagging Yes
Perceived Firmness Medium
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Koala
Phil O.Koala
MBreview

MBreview

  • 2 reviews

Very please with the Koala mattress

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As the Choice review states, the mattress is firm - we received the free topper to soften it for us. We find it very comfortable. Our sagging "name brand" mattress had sunk in the middle and we are much relieved to see it gone. Koala is quick to deliver and their customer service has been prompt and courteous. The purchase includes free removal of the old mattress as well - a nice touch.
We ended up buying another Koala mattress for my mother.
No complaints. All good so far.

Purchased in September 2021.



Customer Service
Value for Money
Adjustment PeriodDays
Pre-existing Neck / Back Issues No
Caused Discomfort No
Sagging No
Perceived Firmness Hard
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Koala
Phil O.Koala
Gromit

GromitGreater Melbourne (Outer), VIC

Wow just wow

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Ordering: Simple and fast with numerous delivery options
Communication: Fast email and sms. Accurate tracking link when mattress was dispatched sent via sms
Delivery: WOW! from time of order to time of arrival to my door was 2 hours 20mins!
Comfort: unpacked and ready to go in seconds. Super comfortable

Purchased in April 2021 for $800.00.

Customer Service
Value for Money
Sleeping PositionSide
Adjustment PeriodDays
Pre-existing Neck / Back Issues Yes
Caused Discomfort No
Heat Retention No
Sagging No
Perceived Firmness Hard
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Koala
Phil O.Koala
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Kent

KentGreater Melbourne (Outer), VIC

Great a first

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We've had one for a few years now and recently got rid of it. It's great at first, very comfortable and supporting. Now the negatives. It needs a solid bed base, not slats. It's a lot thinner than most on the market. It's extremely hot to sleep on. Even in winter I'd wake up in a sweat. After 3 years it became too soft to sleep on and we struggled to stop rolling into the middle. We've gone back to an inner spring and mattress topper.

Value for Money
Sleeping PositionSide
Adjustment PeriodI never got used to it!
Pre-existing Neck / Back Issues Yes
Caused Discomfort Yes
Heat Retention Yes
Sagging Yes
Perceived Firmness Medium
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Koala
Phil O.Koala
Kent
Kent
Nia

NiaSouth East Queensland, QLD

  • 2 reviews

Can live without it.

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purchased the mattress in April 2022 and in the first 6 months of use did notice a change in the firmness and felt that it was sagging in the areas that was most slept in. We had no prior neck/back issues but since we made the switch we've had many sleepless nights as we're still not adjusting to it. We reached out to customer service in October 2022 for warranty claim but it was just impossible to take a picture with two weights and try proof the problem. But was unfortunately rejected. We gave up and suck it up.

Purchased in April 2021 for $900.00.

Customer Service
Value for Money
Sleeping PositionSide
Adjustment PeriodI never got used to it!
Pre-existing Neck / Back Issues No
Caused Discomfort Yes
Heat Retention No
Sagging Yes
Perceived Firmness Soft
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2 comments
Koala
Phil O.Koala
Nia
Nia

Hi Phil!

Hows things? thought i'd message you cause it's been 2 weeks since I last heard from you. Hope you are doing well.

Very comfy

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The mattress is firm and very supportive. I am enjoying the sleeping experience. Although light it's surprisingly very supportive. The memory pillows are also great. Thanks team koala. Your service and responsive replies are a great example of what service should look like.

Purchased in March 2021.

Customer Service
Value for Money
Sleeping PositionFront
Adjustment PeriodDays
Pre-existing Neck / Back Issues No
Caused Discomfort No
Heat Retention No
Sagging No
Perceived Firmness Medium
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Koala
Phil O.Koala

So Comfy

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Purchased mattress and pillows
Both are so comfy, from first night sleep
Found we don’t even need our pillow top n top of mattress
Can rollover and we do not disturb each other!

Purchased in April 2021.

Customer Service
Value for Money
Caused Discomfort No
Heat Retention No
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Koala
Phil O.Koala
Shayne

ShayneSouth East Queensland, QLD

Best sleep I’ve had in years...

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I’m a big man... snoring and posture have been issues. I’ve had my Koala Mattress for only a few weeks now. Sleep and posture have both improved. This is Deluxe.

Purchased in March 2021.

Customer Service
Value for Money
Sleeping PositionSide
Adjustment PeriodDays
Pre-existing Neck / Back Issues Yes
Caused Discomfort No
Heat Retention No
Sagging No
Perceived Firmness Medium
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Koala
Phil O.Koala

Very impressive

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My wife and I are very happy with our king sized mattress. Very comfortable and the service was next day. What a great Australian company. A real pleasure to deal with. Thanks Koala

Purchased in April 2021.

Customer Service
Value for Money
Sleeping PositionBack
Adjustment PeriodDays
Pre-existing Neck / Back Issues No
Caused Discomfort No
Heat Retention No
Sagging No
Perceived Firmness Medium
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Koala
Phil O.Koala
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Carly F

Carly FIllawarra, NSW

Way too firm

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Mattress is only a few months old and way to hard and is contributing to a huge amount of back pain for both my partner and I. Very difficult to get a good nights sleep.

Purchased in December 2021.

Adjustment PeriodI never got used to it!
Pre-existing Neck / Back Issues No
Caused Discomfort Yes
Perceived Firmness Very Hard
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1 comment
Koala
Phil O.Koala
Emily E.

Emily E.Greater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC

Disappointed - too firm

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Over the past 18 months, this mattress, which began comfortable, has steadily increased my back pain. I now wake up multiple times a night with a sore back due to the firmness. I am disappointed as I am now in the position of needing to look for another mattress after only 18 months. Just wish it were softer!

Purchased in December 2021 for $1,050.00.

Sleeping PositionBack
Adjustment PeriodI never got used to it!
Pre-existing Neck / Back Issues Yes
Caused Discomfort Yes
Heat Retention No
Sagging No
Perceived Firmness Hard
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Koala
Phil O.Koala

Excellent mattress!!

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Great price and extremely comfortable. Have had great night sleeps ever since we purchased these new mattresses. Delivery process was simple and easy. Would highly recommend this product. Thanks koala!

Purchased in April 2021.

Customer Service
Value for Money
Sleeping PositionBack, Front and Side
Adjustment PeriodDays
Pre-existing Neck / Back Issues No
Caused Discomfort No
Heat Retention No
Sagging No
Perceived Firmness Medium
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1 comment
Koala
Phil O.Koala
Deb B

Deb BCentral Highlands and Goldfields, VIC

It keeps getting better...

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Purchased in March 2021.

Customer Service
Value for Money
Sleeping PositionSide
Adjustment PeriodDays
Pre-existing Neck / Back Issues Yes
Caused Discomfort No
Sagging No
Perceived Firmness Medium
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Koala
Phil O.Koala
Mars80

Mars80Greater Melbourne (Outer), VIC

  • 11 reviews

Sooo Comfy!!

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Defintly the best mattress I've ever brought & over the next few years every bed i own will have one. We will also be getting the Sofa Bed once the kids are older. I loved the mattress so much that the next day i purchased the pillows.

Purchased in April 2021 at Koala Living Online Store for $892.50.

Customer Service
Value for Money
Sleeping PositionBack and Side
Adjustment PeriodDays
Pre-existing Neck / Back Issues No
Caused Discomfort No
Heat Retention No
Sagging No
Perceived Firmness Soft
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1 comment
Koala
Phil O.Koala
Taylor

TaylorSouth East Queensland, QLD

Buyer Beware

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Had this mattress for just over 2 years now. My partner and I still feel each other move about each night. Not as advertised. Left a review on their website (which wasn’t published unsurprisingly). Warranty claims are a nightmare. Impossible to deal with (they want photos of a manufacturing default that is only noticeable when moving about on the mattress). I’m sticking with the Sealy’s

Purchased in April 2021 for $900.00.

Customer Service
Value for Money
Sleeping PositionSide
Adjustment PeriodMonths
Pre-existing Neck / Back Issues Yes
Caused Discomfort Yes
Perceived Firmness Soft
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1 comment
Koala
Phil O.Koala
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Bailey Gresham

Bailey GreshamMetropolitan Adelaide, SA

  • 2 reviews

So comfy

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This mattress is super comfy! Every time anyone lays on my mattress it’s hard to get up again because it’s so comfy!
Very supportive, but it would be better for back/side sleepers than stomach sleepers

Purchased in October 2021 for $800.00.

Customer Service
Value for Money
Sleeping PositionFront
Adjustment PeriodDays
Pre-existing Neck / Back Issues No
Caused Discomfort No
Heat Retention No
Sagging No
Perceived Firmness Medium
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1 comment
Koala
Phil O.Koala
Maria F.

Maria F.Central Highlands and Goldfields, VIC

  • 2 reviews

Worst mattress

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Worst mattress. No back support at all, its saggy and soft. Made my back pain worse. I tried to return it, however they wanted me to fold it in half which is impossible. Tried to replace it atleast, but they made the process so hard, as they want a ton of pictures. Wouldn't recommend this mattress to anyone.

Purchased in September 2021 for $900.00.

Customer Service
Value for Money
Adjustment PeriodI never got used to it!
Pre-existing Neck / Back Issues No
Caused Discomfort Yes
Heat Retention No
Sagging Yes
Perceived Firmness Very Soft
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Koala
Phil O.Koala

Love this mattress!!

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The mattress had a very slight smell when i first opened the box but this disappeared very quickly. The mattress is very comfortable and perfect for a slide sleeper. It's been about 2 weeks now and I've slept well every night. The delivery process was amazing - they really worked hard to get it to me ASAP and were so lovely to communicate with. I highly recommend!!

Purchased in March 2021.

Customer Service
Value for Money
Sleeping PositionSide
Adjustment PeriodDays
Pre-existing Neck / Back Issues No
Caused Discomfort No
Heat Retention No
Sagging No
Perceived Firmness Medium
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spoton

spotonNew South Wales

Winner

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As advertised- Comfortable and supportive mattress. The quality of my sleep is improved. Rest is assured have not experienced a bad night’s sleep since purchasing. The mattress has maintained its shape and firmness.

1 comment
Koala
Phil O.Koala
Rafael Levy E.

Rafael Levy E.Sydney, NSW

  • 4 reviews

Comfortable bed

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Very comfortable bed. I like that you cannot feel any springs because it is made with 2 different type of foam. Delivery is very quick, I ordered in the morning and came in the afternoon.

Purchased in March 2021 for $799.00.

Customer Service
Value for Money
Sleeping PositionBack
Adjustment PeriodDays
Pre-existing Neck / Back Issues No
Caused Discomfort No
Heat Retention No
Sagging No
Perceived Firmness Medium
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Koala
Phil O.Koala
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Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions about Koala Mattress

Do I need to turn or rotate my Koala Mattress?

Like any mattress, it is important that you rotate the Koala Mattress from head to foot on a regular basis throughout its life to help create more even settling of the comfort layers and dispersal of weight throughout the entire product.

This is especially important within the first few months of use. The Koala Mattress has been designed so you don’t need to flip or turn it over as part of regular maintenance.

Is there a weight limit to using a Koala Mattress?

The mattress has been tested with several weighted dummies, up to 240 kg (530 lbs), and is suitable for most, if not all body types.

Why do I feel hot when using a Koala Mattress?

A foam-based mattress warms up more in comparison to conventional, spring-based mattresses after some use. Koala recommends changing the fabric type of your bed sheet or fitted sheet if you feel warm.

Do I need a bed base with a Koala Mattress?

A Koala Mattress works with any bed base type, including slat and ensemble bases. Koala recommends that you do not use your mattress directly on the floor for hygienic reasons.

Latest Consumer Questions

Josh M.

Josh M.asked

Koala Mattress

I am looking at Koala for my new bed and just had a question about the bed base. I've had issues with mattresses moving on bases before, and I can only imagine a koala mattress on a flat wooden surface would move around too? Has this somehow been addressed or will the mattress move around? (if someone gets into the bed without carefully sitting down etc)

No answers
Corey P.

Corey P.asked

King

Hi just got our mattress last night just wondering do you guys recommend rotating or flipping the mattress? Would we be okay just to leave it how it is? Just seen a few people saying they’ve gotten indentations where they sleep.

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Sleepwell2000
Sleepwell2000

Hey Corey!

I don’t actually work for Koala, but I bought my own a few weeks back

Koala do recommend rotating it 180 degrees every 6 months to make sure you are using the mattress evenly

Hope you love it as much as I do!

Koala
Phil O.Koala

G'day Corey,

Sleepwell2000 is right! We definitely recommend rotating your mattress.

Body impressions (where your shape is reflected in the mattress) are completely normal in all types of modern mattresses, including the Koala mattress, and you shouldn’t be alarmed. These occur over the first few months of use where the comfort layers on top of the core are settling to the body weights and most common sleeping positions used on the mattress.

We recommend rotating your new mattress to help create more even settling of the comfort layers especially where there are two individuals with different sleeping styles or weights using the mattress.

Hope you love your new mattress as much as Sleepwell2000!

Sweet dreams,
The Koala Dream Team.

Andrew

Andrewasked

Koala Mattress

My Koala mattress is sunken/concaving on my side. Can it be fixed?

1 answer
Koala
Phil O.Koala

G'day Andrew,

I’m sorry to hear you're having issues with your Koala Mattress. Let's get this sorted ASAP!!

Please get in touch with our customer service team on 1800 575 337 or [email protected] so that they can help you with the warranty process.

Sweet dreams,
The Koala Dream Team.

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