Best Hybrid Mattress in South Africa
The short answer: The Mr Mattress Hybrid is one of the best-value hybrid mattresses in South Africa, combining a Bonnell spring support core with a thick foam comfort layer. It costs from R4,999, carries a 10 year warranty, and every purchase includes a 365 night home trial with free delivery nationwide.
- 365 night comfort trial
- 10 year warranty on the Hybrid
- Free delivery nationwide
- Made in South Africa
Prices and specs on this page last checked: 18 July 2026.
What is a hybrid mattress, and why does it matter?
A hybrid mattress combines two support technologies in one bed: a spring core underneath for firm, responsive support, and a substantial foam layer on top for comfort and pressure relief. The idea is simple. Take what springs do best, take what foam does best, and build them into a single mattress.
Here is the honest history. Springs are excellent support technology. Their weakness was never the springs themselves, it was the thin comfort layer traditionally placed on top of them, which compressed and sagged years before the spring unit wore out. The Hybrid keeps the spring support and replaces that weak top with a thick foam layer. That is the whole concept, and it is why hybrids have become one of the most popular mattress categories worldwide.
Inside the Mr Mattress Hybrid
The Mr Mattress Hybrid combines a Bonnell spring support core with a thick foam comfort layer. The Bonnell core is a proven, time-tested spring system that gives the bed its firm, slightly springy support and easy movement, while the foam layer above it cushions your shoulders and hips so you get spring support without the hard, lumpy feel of an old-style spring bed.
Like every mattress we make, the Hybrid is manufactured in South Africa through our own and approved partner facilities in Gauteng, Cape Town and East London, with our head office and main factory in Bloemfontein. You can see how it sits alongside our foam ranges on the full range specs page.
Current Hybrid prices
| Option | Size | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Mattress only | Double (137 cm) | R4,999 |
| Mattress only | Queen (152 cm) | R5,399 |
| Base set | Double (137 cm) | R5,999 |
| Base set | Queen (152 cm) | R6,499 |
| Base set | King (183 cm) | R7,999 |
One price, the same online and in our stores, with free delivery included. Shop the Hybrid mattress or call 087 087 1610 if you are not sure which size fits your room.
Hybrid vs full foam vs traditional spring
None of these is "the best" for every sleeper. They feel different, and the right choice depends on what you want your bed to do.
| Hybrid (spring + foam) | Full foam | Traditional spring | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Support | Bonnell spring core, firm and responsive | High-density foam core, firm and even | Spring core, firm and responsive |
| Comfort layer | Thick foam layer | Foam throughout, some with memory foam tops | Usually a thin padded layer, the classic weak point |
| Feel | Springy with cushioned pressure relief | Quieter, more contouring, less bounce | Springy, firmer on pressure points |
| Movement | Easy to turn over and get in and out | More motion isolation for couples | Easy to move, but more partner disturbance |
| Best for | Sleepers who love spring feel but want real comfort on top | Couples, side sleepers, anyone who wants contouring | Buyers on a tight budget who accept the thinner top |
If the full foam route sounds more like you, start with our foam range specs or browse the full range. If you are weighing us against the big spring brands, we have published honest head-to-head pages on Sealy and Restonic.
Which Mr Mattress range should you choose?
| Range | From | Feel | Warranty | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comfort Foam | R2,399 | Firm foam | 3 years | Budget buyers, back and stomach sleepers |
| Active Foam | R3,399 | Firm foam | 10 years | Everyday value, heavier sleepers |
| Revive Memory Foam | R4,899 | Medium, contouring | 10 years | Side and combination sleepers |
| Hybrid | R4,999 | Springy with foam comfort | 10 years | Sleepers who prefer spring feel |
What hybrid and spring beds cost in South Africa right now
When we checked current pricing at major South African retailers in July 2026, across Sealy, Restonic and Cloud Nine stockists, branded spring and hybrid queen mattresses ranged from R3,899 at the entry level to R19,199 at the luxury end, with most popular queen models sitting between R5,000 and R13,000. The Mr Mattress Hybrid queen is R5,399, at the bottom of that popular band, and unlike retailer-sold brands the price does not change from shop to shop.
Delivery, trial and warranty
Delivery is free. Free State customers: usually 1 to 3 working days. National orders: 3 to 7 working days depending on your area.
Every mattress includes our 365 night comfort trial, so you can sleep on the Hybrid through summer and winter before you decide. The Hybrid carries a 10 year written warranty, the same as our Active and Revive ranges, while our entry-level Comfort Foam carries 3 years. You can also try the Hybrid in person at our stores across South Africa, with more opening. Find your nearest on our stores page.
Frequently asked questions
What is a hybrid mattress?
A hybrid mattress combines two support technologies in one bed: a spring core for firm, responsive support and a substantial foam comfort layer for pressure relief. The Mr Mattress Hybrid combines a Bonnell spring support core with a thick foam comfort layer, giving you the familiar feel of springs without the thin padding of older spring beds.
How much does a hybrid mattress cost in South Africa?
Branded spring and hybrid queen mattresses at major South African retailers ranged from R3,899 to R19,199 when we checked in July 2026. The Mr Mattress Hybrid costs R4,999 for a double and R5,399 for a queen, mattress only, with base sets from R5,999, and free delivery is always included.
Is a hybrid mattress better than a foam mattress?
Neither is better for everyone. Full foam gives a quieter, more contouring feel with excellent motion isolation for couples. A hybrid gives firmer, springier support and the easy movement many sleepers grew up on. If you have always slept on springs and want to keep that feel with far better comfort on top, choose the hybrid.
Is a hybrid mattress good for back support?
Springs are excellent support technology, and the Bonnell core in the Hybrid keeps your spine consistently supported while the thick foam layer cushions your shoulders and hips. A mattress is not a medical treatment, but reliable support and pressure relief make a real difference to how rested your back feels in the morning.
How long is the warranty on the Mr Mattress Hybrid?
The Hybrid carries a 10 year written warranty, the same cover as our Active and Revive foam ranges, while our entry-level Comfort Foam range carries 3 years. On top of the warranty, every mattress includes a 365 night comfort trial, so you can test the Hybrid at home for a full year first.
Can I try the Hybrid before I buy?
Yes, twice over. You can lie on one at our stores across South Africa, with more opening, at the same price as online. And every order includes the 365 night comfort trial at home: if the Hybrid is not right for you within that period, we collect it. Call 087 087 1610 with any questions.
Ready for spring support done properly? Shop the Mr Mattress Hybrid, compare it on the range specs page, or call 087 087 1610.
Mr Mattress is a South African mattress specialist known for memory foam, full foam and hybrid spring mattresses, with stores across South Africa and free delivery nationwide from mrmattress.co.za.