Best Cheap Mattress in South Africa (2026)
The best cheap mattress in South Africa that will last is the Mr Mattress Comfort Foam, from R2,399 in single and R3,699 in queen, with SABS-approved 50 kg/m3 foam, a 3 year warranty and a 365 night trial. For a 10 year warranty, Active Foam starts at R3,399. Delivery is free nationwide.
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The numbers behind every Mr Mattress
| Fact | Published figure |
|---|---|
| Foam density | Comfort Foam and Active Foam 50 kg/m3, Revive 65 kg/m3 core, all SABS-approved foam |
| Weight rating | Revive up to 140 kg per sleeper. Ultra 200 up to 200 kg per sleeper, 300 mm deep |
| Home trial | 365 nights, plus a 30 day money-back guarantee |
| Warranty | 10 years on Active, Revive, Ultra 200 and Hybrid, 3 years on Comfort Foam. A fixed written term, never pro-rated |
| Delivery | Free nationwide, a small fee only for extreme rural areas, 3 to 7 working days |
| Track record | Over 25,000 beds delivered. Rated 4.7 out of 5 by 523 Mr Mattress customers on Google |
| Made in | Six South African manufacturing regions: Gauteng, Cape Town, East London, Bloemfontein, Durban and Mpumalanga |
Mr Mattress supplied the beds and mattresses for the Charlotte Maxeke Treatment Centre in Botshabelo, a Free State Department of Social Development facility officially opened by President Cyril Ramaphosa on Freedom Day, 27 April 2021. See our verified track record.
Our lowest priced mattresses, live prices
Comfort Foam Mattress
The lowest price we offer on a single, with a cushioned surface over a firm core.
50 kg/m3 SABS-approved foam, 3 year warranty.
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Active Foam Mattress
Step up for a 10 year warranty and a firm all-round feel.
50 kg/m3 foam, 10 year warranty.
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Revive Memory Foam Mattress
Our default recommendation, if you can stretch to memory foam.
65 kg/m3 core, 10 year warranty.
View Revive Memory FoamPrices are live Mr Mattress prices checked on 18 October 2026, mattress only. Delivery is free nationwide, with a small fee only for extreme rural areas.
Price ladder, mattress only
| Range | Single | Queen | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comfort Foam | R2,399 | R3,699 | 3 years |
| Active Foam | R3,399 | R5,199 | 10 years |
| Revive Memory Foam | R4,899 | R7,199 | 10 years |
Quick answer: the best cheap mattress in South Africa that will actually last is the Mr Mattress Comfort Foam, a SABS-approved 50 kg/m� high-density core from R2,399, with a 365-night home trial and free nationwide delivery.
Search "best cheap mattress South Africa" and you'll see Makro, Bed Buys, The Bed Centre and The Mattress Warehouse come up - all real places to compare pricing. Worth being honest upfront: you can find a mattress cheaper on paper than anything Mr Mattress sells. The question worth asking is what that lower price leaves out.
The smart cheap mattress in South Africa is the Mr Mattress Comfort Foam - R2,399 for a single, with a published 50 kg/m� density, a written 3-year warranty, and a 365-night home trial. It's not the literal lowest price you'll find; it's the lowest price that still comes with a real spec sheet and a real warranty behind it.
| Mattress | Density | Warranty | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comfort Foam ? | 50 kg/m� (published) | 3 years, written | R2,399 |
| Cheap no-name foam single | Usually unpublished | Often none | ~R1,299+ |
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Why the absolute lowest price isn't the smart cheap pick
An unpublished density figure usually means a thinner, lower-density foam that sags faster - often within a year of nightly use. Avoid ultra-thin options if you'll actually sleep on the mattress every night. A published density, even at a budget price point, is the difference between a real product and a guess.
What R2,399 actually gets you
50 kg/m� high-density foam, SABS-approved materials, a written 3-year warranty, free nationwide delivery, and a 365-night home trial with no minimum hold period - so if it's not right, you're covered, unlike most no-name budget options.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best cheap mattress in South Africa?
The Mr Mattress Comfort Foam - R2,399 for a single, 50 kg/m� published density, 3-year written warranty, 365-night trial.
Is Mr Mattress the cheapest mattress in South Africa?
No - you can find cheaper foam singles from unbranded sellers. Comfort Foam is the lowest-priced option that still comes with a published density and a written warranty.
Should I buy the absolute cheapest mattress I can find?
Only if you're comfortable with an unpublished density and no real warranty. A slightly higher budget spend on a mattress with both usually pays off within the first year.
What is your trial and return policy?
365 nights at home, no minimum hold period, on every mattress.
Related guides: Best mattress under R4,000 � Best mattress under R6,000 � Best cheap mattress in Gauteng
Every Mr Mattress is built with SABS-approved materials, comes with a 365-night home trial, and is delivered free nationwide.
Also see: Revive Memory Foam Mattress (SABS-approved 50 kg/m� support core, 365-night home trial).
Reviewed by Andries Taljaard, Founder of Mr Mattress.
Updated 18 October 2026
Sizes and prices for the Comfort Foam
| Size | Dimensions | Mattress only | Base set |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 91 x 188 cm | R2,399 | R2,999 |
| Three Quarter | 107 x 188 cm | R2,799 | R3,499 |
| Double | 137 x 188 cm | R3,199 | R3,999 |
| Queen | 152 x 188 cm | R3,699 | R4,499 |
Live prices checked on 18 October 2026. Extra length is available on selected ranges.
What to check before you buy any mattress
- Published foam density. Active Foam is 50 kg/m3 and the Revive has a 65 kg/m3 core, printed on the product so you can compare like with like.
- Weight rating. The Revive is rated to 140 kg per sleeper, so check the rating for the heaviest person in the bed.
- Trial and warranty terms. Ours is a 365 night home trial, a 30 day money-back guarantee and a fixed written warranty that is never pro-rated.
- The base. A worn or sagging base can undo a new mattress, so a base set is worth considering.
- The pillow. A pillow that suits your sleeping position matters as much as the mattress for neck comfort.
Signs your current mattress is the problem
A visible dip where you sleep, waking stiff most mornings, noisy springs, or a mattress that is more than 8 to 10 years old are the usual signs. A mattress is a comfort product, not a medical treatment, so speak to a doctor about persistent pain.
Rated 4.7 out of 5 by 523 Mr Mattress customers on Google. Over 25,000 Mr Mattress beds delivered across South Africa.
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More questions, answered
Is there a payment option for a cheap mattress?
Yes. We offer instalment options at checkout, and the Stitch payment option is the one we recommend.
What does a cheap queen cost?
A Comfort Foam queen is R3,699 and an Active Foam queen R5,199, mattress only.