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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AnuragGreater Melbourne (Inner), VIC
- 4 reviews
It’s Great initially then it sucks
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.
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MBreview
- 2 reviews
Very please with the Koala mattress
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.
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Phil O.Koala
G'day,
It's great to hear that you were so happy with our Koala that you bought a second one! Thanks for taking the time to post a review, we appreciate your feedback.... Read more
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GromitGreater Melbourne (Outer), VIC
Wow just wow
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.
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Phil O.Koala
G'day Grommit,
Thanks for taking the time to submit a review, it's great to hear you have had such a great experience with Koala! ... Read more
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KentGreater Melbourne (Outer), VIC
Great a first
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.
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Phil O.Koala
G'day Kent,
Sorry to hear that! We’re constantly improving every aspect of our mattresses. Which I guess makes sense when you look at anything really: technology improves and as a result so do produc... Read more
ts. It’s not as big a deal tech-wise for us, but we’ve made some adjustments to our mattress to fix these issues: like with our new open-cell foam technology to combat heat. We are 100% confident that our newest mattress iteration will sort out your issues - so much so that we’re willing to give you, and 2 mates one for you to give a go. If it’s not for you, we get it, we’re not for everyone - but hopefully you can feel the difference (and your mates too).No thanks, we are happy with what we have now, just don't feel your mattresses are not that usable for long term, short term they are great, but the durability of your foam is the issue, we feel long ... Read more
term inner spring is going to be much more durable. The heat retention of foam compared to inner spring is a big concern also, no offence but that's something you won't be able to matchSimilar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
NiaSouth East Queensland, QLD
- 2 reviews
Can live without it.
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.
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Phil O.Koala
G'day Nia,
We're sorry to hear that you haven't had a great experience with your Koala, let's get this sorted for you. We're having a look into your order and will get back to you shortly. ... Read more
Thank you!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.
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Very comfy
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.
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Phil O.Koala
G'day Stan,
Thanks for your feedback. We love to hear from our customers and are thrilled that you are enjoying your Koala mattress and pillows!... Read more
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So Comfy
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.
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Phil O.Koala
G'day Jenny,
Thanks for your feedback. It's great to hear that you are enjoying your Koala mattress and pillows and that our zero disturbance technology is working so well for you.... Read more
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ShayneSouth East Queensland, QLD
Best sleep I’ve had in years...
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.
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Phil O.Koala
G'day Shayne,
Thanks for taking the time to submit a review. We're happy to hear that both your sleep and posture have improved since switching to a Koala mattress!... Read more
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Very impressive
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.
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Phil O.Koala
G'day Nick,
Thanks for sharing your Koala review. Great to hear that we have delivered a 5 star experience!... Read more
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Carly FIllawarra, NSW
Way too firm
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.
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Phil O.Koala
G'day Carly,
Sorry to hear that the Koala is too firm for your liking. We'd be happy to send you out a free soft topper so that you can experience the great night's sleep you’d expect from a Koala. W... Read more
e can't track your order on our system, please can you message the order number to me, or reach out to our customer service team on 1800 575 337 or [email protected]. They will get a soft topper out to you asap!Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
Emily E.Greater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC
- Queen
- Verified purchase
Disappointed - too firm
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.
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Phil O.Koala
G'day Emily,
Sorry to hear that you are finding the mattress too firm for your liking. We can help with that! Please reach out to our customer service team on 1800 575 337 or [email protected]; they ... Read more
will get a soft topper out to you asap so that you can experience a great night's sleep you'd expect from a Koala.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
Excellent mattress!!
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.
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Phil O.Koala
G'day Chris,
Thanks for the great review! We're happy to hear that you are having a great nights sleep since you got your Koala mattress. ... Read more
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Deb BCentral Highlands and Goldfields, VIC
It keeps getting better...
My new Koala mattress replaces a zoned pocket coil mattress on which I found I needed to sleep in just the right zones otherwise I woke with a sore back and neck and most days, a headache. It’s been two weeks now with my Koala mattress and pillow and I have felt great each morning, no headaches and my spine feels better aligned. The mattress is firm and supportive yet soft enough that my body feels comfortable and no pressure points. Also I sleep on the soft side of my pillow and when I first lay down I can feel my body/ muscles relax and my br...Read more
eathing is so much clearer because my body is better aligned, I am amazed at how much better I feel. I don’t notice my partner moving about at night or any sag/roll toward each other and we are both on the larger side, just a little overweight. As it’s only been two weeks it may be too soon to comment on durability and whether it’s holding it’s shape, but at this point it is and I don’t have any concerns that it won’t. I would prefer firmer sides/edge on the bed so that when you sit on it it holds it shape, but this doesn’t impact on sleep. Also the pillow with a firm and soft side is great, I’ve had so much trouble with pillows in the past, I find my head is cradled and supported and my neck (which I have arthritis in) is aligned and my nerves are no longer pinched and no more headaches... it is so awesome to wake up feeling so much better. I am so glad I chose Koala and would again if we upsize to king size in the future.Purchased in March 2021.
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Phil O.Koala
G'day Deb,
Thanks for the feedback! We have designed our mattress and pillows to give our customers a great night's sleep, and love to hear that we have gotten it right for you. Knowing that you woul... Read more
d come back for a second Koala is the best compliment we can get!Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
Mars80Greater Melbourne (Outer), VIC
- 11 reviews
- Queen
- Verified purchase
Sooo Comfy!!
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.
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Phil O.Koala
G'day Mars80,
Great to hear that you love your Koala so much that you will be adding to your collection! We're passionate about our products and appreciate you taking the time to share your Koala experience.... Read more
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TaylorSouth East Queensland, QLD
- Queen
- Verified purchase
Buyer Beware
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.
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Phil O.Koala
G'day Taylor,
Sorry to hear you have been having issues with your Koala mattress, that's not how our mattresses should feel! ... Read more
We understand that sometimes it can be a bit tricky to take a photo like that. Please reach out to one of our customer service team on 1800 575 337 or [email protected] so that they can help you with the warranty process. They're waiting to hear from you so that we can get you sorted asap! Sweet dreams, Koala Dream Team.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
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Bailey GreshamMetropolitan Adelaide, SA
- 2 reviews
So comfy
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.
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Phil O.Koala
G'day Bailey,
Thanks for taking the time to post a review. Our team is passionate about mattresses and it's great to hear we're delivering on our promises. ... Read more
The long weekend is a great excuse to spend a little longer in bed, hope you have a good one! Sweet dreams, Koala Dream Team.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
Maria F.Central Highlands and Goldfields, VIC
- 2 reviews
Worst mattress
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.
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Phil O.Koala
G’day Maria,
We’re sorry to hear you’ve had a rough trot with your new Koala Mattress.... Read more
Although, it’s great to hear that we’ve since managed to unpick this pickle of a situation by determining that the mattress was too soft for your liking and in response are sending out a free mattress topper that will firm up the mattress and should ensure you get the sleep that everyone with a Koala deserves. Sweet dreams, Koala Dream Team.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
Love this mattress!!
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.
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spotonNew South Wales
Winner
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
Phil O.Koala
G'day,
Great to hear you're enjoying improved sleep on your Koala. Thanks for your review, we will pass on your feedback to our product team.... Read more
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Rafael Levy E.Sydney, NSW
- 4 reviews
Comfortable bed
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.
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Phil O.Koala
G'day Rafael,
Great to hear you are enjoying your new Koala mattress. We appreciate your feedback and will pass this on to our product team.... Read more
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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.asked
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)
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Corey P.asked
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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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!
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.
Andrewasked
My Koala mattress is sunken/concaving on my side. Can it be fixed?
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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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Phil O.Koala
G'day Anurag,
Sorry to hear that you are having issues with your Koala, that's not how it should feel! Please reach out to our customer service team on 1800 575 337 or [email protected] so that we ca... Read more
n get you back to having the great night's sleep that you'd expect from a Koala mattress.