Bradlows vs Mr Mattress: Direct Manufacturer or Big Retailer?
Bradlows vs Mr Mattress: Direct Manufacturer or Big Retailer? (2026)
Last checked: 26 July 2026
Short answer: Bradlows is a national furniture and appliance retailer, part of Pepkor Lifestyle alongside Russells and Sleepmasters, carrying Sleepmasters, Serta and Restonic ranges. Mr Mattress is a manufacturer selling direct, from R2,399, with a 365-night home trial. No published comfort trial for mattresses was found on Bradlows' site.
home trial, no minimum hold
on Active, Revive and Hybrid
across South Africa
South Africa
Verdict
Verdict: Mr Mattress wins on trial certainty; Bradlows wins on entry price and brand variety. Their entry foam mattresses undercut ours, and the range runs through recognised names like Serta and Restonic. But no comfort trial is published, and warranties reportedly vary widely (5-15 years) by which brand you land on.
Last updated: July 2026.
What each of us actually is
Bradlows is a national furniture and appliance retailer, part of the Pepkor Lifestyle group alongside Russells and Sleepmasters. It carries entry foam (Reagan, Easy Dream) through to Sleepmasters, Serta and Restonic ranges, with warranties reportedly varying 5-15 years depending on the specific brand and model.
Mr Mattress is a manufacturer. We make our own foam and memory foam mattresses in South Africa, plus one Bonnell coil-and-foam Hybrid, and sell direct online and through our own stores at one fixed price and one consistent warranty structure.
Side by side
| Feature | Mr Mattress | Bradlows |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Manufacturer, sells direct | National furniture retailer, Pepkor Lifestyle group |
| Trial | 365 nights, no minimum hold | Not published for mattresses |
| Entry price | R2,399 (Comfort Foam) | R1,199 (Reagan single foam) |
| Queen bed set | R4,499 to R7,999 | R5,599 (Serta Apollo) to R6,499 (Restonic Royal Night) sampled |
| Warranty consistency | Same structure across the range | Reportedly varies 5-15 years by brand |
Where Bradlows genuinely wins
Entry price. Reagan and Easy Dream foam options undercut our cheapest model.
Brand variety. Sleepmasters, Serta and Restonic under one roof for comparison shopping.
Where Mr Mattress wins
The trial. 365 nights, no minimum hold, published clearly.
Warranty consistency. One structure across our range, not a patchwork that varies by which brand you happen to pick.
Published specs. Every model's construction is public, tested to EN 1957 on the Hybrid.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Bradlows offer a home trial?
No comfort trial for mattresses was found published on their site. Mr Mattress gives every model 365 nights with no minimum hold.
Is Mr Mattress cheaper than Bradlows?
Close at the queen tier - our range runs R3,699 to R7,199, comparable to the R5,599-R6,499 Serta and Restonic sets sampled at Bradlows, though their entry foam undercuts our cheapest model.
Does Mr Mattress make a memory foam mattress?
Yes - the Revive, built for pressure relief and side sleepers, from R4,899, with the construction published.
What about back pain or firm support?
The Active Foam is our high-density option for firm spinal support, and the Hybrid uses a Bonnell coil core tested to EN 1957 for buyers who want a spring feel.
Bradlows details on this page were sourced from bradlows.co.za, last checked 26 July 2026. Retail prices and promotions change often - always confirm current pricing and terms directly with the retailer before you buy.
Ready to compare for yourself? Shop the Mr Mattress range or see the full range specs. Questions? Call 087 087 1610 or visit one of our stores across South Africa, with more opening.
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We've been making foam mattresses in South Africa for over 15 years. Our head office and main factory are in Bloemfontein, and we manufacture through our own and approved partner facilities in Gauteng, Cape Town and East London. MR MATTRESS (PTY) LTD, 47 Piet Human Street, Bloemfontein | CIPC Reg No: 2024/177332/07 | 087 087 1610