Sloom Alternative South Africa: Honest Comparison 2026
Looking for a Sloom Alternative in South Africa? Here Is the Honest Answer.
Sloom is a good mattress. But at R12,000 for a queen, it is one of the most expensive foam mattresses in South Africa. If you are looking for a Sloom alternative that gives you the same quality foam without the R12,000 price tag, this page is for you.
We are Mr Mattress. We make foam mattresses in South Africa. We are not going to pretend our mattress is identical to Sloom's - that would not be honest. What we can do is tell you exactly what you get with us versus what you get with Sloom, and let you decide.
Sloom vs Mr Mattress: The Numbers Side by Side
| What matters | Sloom | Mr Mattress |
|---|---|---|
| Queen price | R12,000 | From R3,399 (Active) — R4,899 (Revive memory foam) |
| Foam type | Foam (specs not publicly published) | 30 kg/m3 virgin high-density foam — SABS approved, published openly |
| Trial period | 100 nights — but you must keep it for 60 nights before returning | 365 nights — no hold period, no return fee |
| Warranty | 2-year fault warranty | 10-year manufacturing warranty |
| Delivery | Free | Free — 1-3 days Free State, 3-7 days nationwide |
| Where to buy | Online only | Online + physical stores across South Africa |
| Made in SA | Yes | Yes |
Why People Look for a Sloom Alternative
The most common reasons we hear:
Price. R12,000 for a queen mattress is a lot of money. Most people find that our Revive memory foam mattress — also made in SA, with published foam specs — gives them similar comfort at R4,899 for a queen. That is a R7,101 saving on one purchase.
The trial period has strings attached. Sloom offers 100 nights, but you cannot return the mattress during the first 60 nights. Our 365-night comfort guarantee has no hold period. If it is not right for you at any point in the first year, you let us know and we sort it out.
No physical store. Some people want to lie on a mattress before buying. Sloom is online only. We have stores in Bloemfontein, Welkom, Kroonstad and Upington where you can feel the foam and get a recommendation in person.
Where Sloom Genuinely Wins
We said we would be honest, so here it is. Sloom has a strong brand reputation and a following. Their mattress has been well reviewed online. If you have money to spend and want a premium feel that a lot of people have already tested and written about, Sloom is not a bad choice.
We just think most South Africans would rather spend R4,899 and get 365 nights to decide — without a 60-night lock-in — than spend R12,000 for 100 nights with conditions.
Which Mr Mattress Is the Closest Sloom Alternative?
For most people: the Revive Memory Foam Mattress. It has a 30 kg/m3 high-density base with a memory foam comfort layer — similar construction to what most foam-in-a-box mattresses use. Queen from R4,899.
If you want firm support: the Active Foam Mattress. Solid medium-firm 30 kg/m3 virgin foam throughout. Queen from R3,399. No frills, no layers — just foam that holds its shape.
If you want something with more structure: the Hybrid Foam Mattress. Four layers, reinforced edges, a step up from standard foam. Queen from R4,999.
Try It for 365 Nights
We think the best way to compare is to sleep on it. That is why we give you 365 nights. Not 100 nights with a 60-night hold. A full year to decide if it is the right mattress for you.
If it is not right, we will sort it out. No complicated returns process, no fine print about minimum sleep periods.
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Sloom pricing verified June 2026. Prices and terms may change. Check sloom.co.za for current information. Mr Mattress pricing from R3,399 (single) — see product pages for full size pricing.