Best Mattress Brands in India (2022 Buyer’s Guide)

Given the sheer number of brands available today, it can be challenging to find the mattress that will provide exactly what you need in order to get the rest that you deserve. 

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by all of the options there are to choose from and unsure which product best fits your needs, we’ve compiled a comprehensive guide for first-time mattress buyers such as yourself – incase you are being introduced for the very first time of this process. 

The following is everything you need to know when shopping for your new bedding set!

1. Body Type

If you weigh less than 55 kg, you don’t need very thick mattresses as they are just a waste of money. The four-inch thick mattresses should be enough for you. 

This is not true that the thicker is better, but it could be opposite for small people who weigh less than 55 kg.

If your weight is less than 80 kg and over 55 kg, a medium thick mattress should be sufficient for you. Choose a 6 to 8 inch thick mattress. 

But, if you are near 80 kg and you are ok to spend a few more bucks, you can choose the 10 inch thick mattress as well.

If you weigh more than 80 kg, sadly, you cannot save money on mattress thickness. If you weigh 80-90kg, we recommend a thickness of 10 inches. From 90 to 110 kg, 12 inch thickness is mandatory. In contrast, a person who weighs over 110 kg requires a thickness of over 13 inches.

2. Lifestyle

There can be many reasons to why buying a mattress is something that comes up on the agenda. Understanding the reason behind wanting to buy a new mattress helps one decide with more confidence and foresight.

Remember, what you might need most from your mattress is related to how active you are with your lifestyle and how you live.

This is because if you’re very active or lead a rather hectic life than someone who leads a more relaxed one, might not need as much comfort out of their mattress as the person whose daily routine is likely to leave them feeling fatigued and in need of better quality sleep for instance.

If you’re a bit of a light sleeper, you’re going to need a more plush mattress. On the other hand, if you’re a heavy sleeper and have trouble staying asleep, then your mattress needs to be supportive of that as well.

There are many differences, but they all rely on how active or relaxed a person is and what they do with their time.

3. Budget

It is important to look at the price tag for the new mattress before making the final decision of which one to get.

A mattress costing about 30000 rupees may be what you are looking for, but your budget is under 20000 rupees; so it is crucial that you find a good one within your budget.

Mattresses come in different prices and different features, so if you think the most expensive mattress has everything and the least expensive mattress has nothing, you might be wrong.

 Read this article carefully as we have pointed out what things you need in a good mattress.
If you find these features in an affordable mattress, then that is the best purchase for you.

4. Types of Sleeper by sleep positions

In the bottom of this article, we have explained which mattress is good depending on what type of sleeper are you.

But, let me give you a brief here –

I. Side sleeper – When choosing a mattress for the side position, it is important to avoid those made with springs as they can be uncomfortable and do little to properly support one’s head, neck and back. 

On the other side, those with only ‘gel’ filling tend to be too soft and lack support, making it difficult for those in this position to sleep well. They may not be comfortable enough and may make side sleeping difficult. 

If you need a mattress for this position, it is best to choose one that is made from memory foam or latex that contours to the body and is soft enough. If you ask us which one we recommend for side sleepers – it’s a soft latex mattress.

II. Stomach sleeper – If you are a stomach sleeper, choose the firmest mattress you can tolerate. This way, your shoulders and lower back will not sink in too much toward one another, which could be dangerous for your spine alignment.

So, if you are a stomach sleeper, you might not need to go for any special mattress, just buy something firm enough and comfortable for you.

III. Back sleeper – Back sleepers would like a firmer mattress as well as stomach sleepers. You can go for almost any type of mattress as per your budget if that is firm enough depending on your weight, discussed earlier.

Iv. Combination sleeper – I am a combination sleeper myself and I like to sleep on my back and in side. Now, I have mentioned, as a side sleeper you need a soft bed but as a back sleeper you need a firm bed. But, if you do both like me? Use a medium to medium-firm mattress.

5. Types of Mattress –

There are different types of mattresses to choose from in India.

I. Innerspring – 

Innerspring mattresses are not the best types to go for, as they lack comfort and stability.

There is no need to buy a mattress that is neither firm nor soft, as an innerspring mattress can be neither of these.

The only reason why people prefer them over something like a latex or memory foam mattress is their cost. Theses innerspring mattresses have been around for a long time, so people are used to them and have been sleeping on them for a long time.

II. Foam Mattress – The best alternative for an innerspring mattress is a foam one. They tend to be more comfortable, supportive and durable than innerspring mattresses.

They come in all different sorts of comfort levels, from very soft to extra firm depending on what you personally like and need out of your mattress.

These mattresses have a reputation for being a lot cooler than other types, but that depends on the foam material used.

The only downside I find is that the factories that make them can throw different sizes and firmnesses in one mattress, so it’s basically a gamble every time to get the perfect one.

Also, they have been known to develop body impressions after some time. You can easily get rid of this problem by flipping your mattress every 2 months.

III. Latex Mattress – The most resistant of all mattresses to body impressions, the latex mattress is the safest type of mattress there is.

They are also known to be very cool because they tend to be made of less chemicals. 
They can last up to 10 years in most cases. They are also the least expensive type of mattress you can buy in India.

IV. Memory Foam Mattress –

A memory foam mattress is the most comfortable type of mattress there is. 
They are also known to be cool because they are generally made of low-density polyurethane. 
They are the most expensive type of mattress you can buy in India. They come in all different sorts of firmerness levels depending on what you need.

V. Coir Mattress –

Good for any type of sleeper, coir mattress can be made more comfortable by adding latex or memory foam to the coir filling. 
They mold to your body for maximum support and comfort, which makes them great for side sleepers who tend to end up sleeping on one hip.
They are also great for people with allergies due to their hypoallergenic properties.

VI. Gel Memory Foam Mattress – These mattresses are a combination of memory foam and gel. 
The gel is used to enhance the cooling properties, whilst the memory foam provides excellent support and comfort. 
They can help to relieve pain and stress, which is great for those with back or body problems.

VII. Pocket Spring Mattress: Made from wrapped springs, a pocket spring mattress is a great option for those who want the stability of a spring mattress with the comfort of memory foam. 
These mattresses are more expensive than innerspring, but offer more benefits. 
You can choose from different levels of firmness depending on your needs, and they are great for many sleepers in general.

VIII. Hybrid Mattress – 

A hybrid mattress combines two or more mattresses in to one.

This is the best type of mattress to buy if you want a combination of support, comfort, firmness and durability.

Hybrid mattress is also great for back sleepers who have trouble getting good support from their mattress.

6. Mattress size – 
One of the first factors one should consider when purchasing a mattress is the size. If you don’t know what’s the size you need, you might end up losing money.

There are 4 sizes of mattress available in India –

I. Single Size Mattress – Mattresses for Indian single beds typically have a size of 36″ X 75″ inches. Only one person can use it.

II. Double Size Mattress – The standard size of an Indian double size bed is  54″ X 75″ inches. Only two people can sleep on it.

III. Queen-Size Mattress – The Queen-size mattress is 60″ X 78″ inches in India. If you have a small kid to sleep with you and your wife, this is the bed size you should look for.

IV. King-Size Mattress – The king-size mattress is 72″ X 85″ inches in India. This is the biggest mattress available. It’s suitable for a couple with two children. Or three adults can sleep on it comfortably.

7. Durability –
Buying an expensive mattress which is not durable enough may not be a good choice. As a mattress gets softer with regular use, the durability reduces eventually. It doesn’t matter whether you choose an innerspring, foam, latex or other mattress types.

It is important that you should buy a mattress which will last for a long time.

A mattress usually last for 7 to 10 years. But, it depends. 

If you buy a good quality mattress with good build type and take care well, it may give you good service for upto 20 years.

8. Mattress Firmness –
We have talked about firmness a few times already, but let’s talk about it again, as it’s very important to know what type of firmness you need for your body type and desire.

It may happen that your body types require a medium-firm mattress, but you like soft mattress for some reason, then you can try the soft mattress (maybe). But remember, choosing the wrong firmness may harmful for you in the long run. We never recommend a soft mattress for someone whose weight is over 55 kgs.

If your weight is over 55 kgs, go for a thicker and firmer mattress, that will give you most support and comfort.

9. Comfort Level – 
A good mattress can conform to someone’s body shape, weight and the optimal alignment of their spine as well as pelvis. A good mattress is comfortable. We recommend our readers pick a mattress with a thicker comfort layer.

In general, latex or memory foam mattresses have the best conforming abilities. But remember, some memory foam may contain your body heat and can be uncomfortable during summer. This issue can be solved by using a gel memory foam mattress.

10. Mattress Support –
Good support refers to the importance of the mattress providing your lower back and spine with comfort and alignment. When you are asleep, your body weight will press the mattress down. It is good that the mattress springs back up automatically after your body weight leaves.

11. Motion Isolation –
Motion isolation is the ability of a mattress to isolate your body from external forces.

A great motion isolation makes you feel as if you’re floating on air. It helps to prevent motion transfer from the people around.

When a mattress has a great motion isolation, you can sleep faster and relax more. It helps reduce the chance of feeling uneasiness when your partner moves around in the bed.

12. Back Pain –
A mattress should provide back support to your body. But, if you buy a new mattress and that gives you back pain for free, then you have chosen the wrong one for you. A good mattress brand will always guide you to find the best mattress type for your body type.

13. Customer Support – 
The best brands have the best customer support.

Mattress is an investment for the most important thing in your day, which is sleep. Now you have bought a mattress, and after a few weeks or months (maybe years during the warranty period) you find some issues and contact the mattress customer support, but nobody wants to listen to you, then you have chosen the wrong mattress brand. So, only buying a good mattress is not enough.

You need a good mattress brand who gives their customers priority support, because you can’t compromise of good sleep.

14. Warranty – 
It’s a good idea to get a warranty from the company when you buy a mattress. 

This way, you can expect your return if something goes wrong with your mattress in the future. 

In India, most companies give 10-year warranty on their mattresses, which is great. 

If you buy a mattress with a poor quality, you may have to return it. It’s better to have a good warranty on your mattress so that you will be able to return or replace it easily.

15. Trial Period – 
A good mattress brand normally offers a trial period. You can go to the mattress and try it for a month or two before you buy it. It is recommended to sleep on it at least for one month to make sure if you like the feel of the bed and the support provided by the bed.

So, now you know things to consider before choosing the best mattress brand in India.