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Emma NextGen Premium Plus Mattress review: An ‘all-around winner’ that’s now 30% off

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WHEN Emma Sleep announced that it would be discontinuing its award-winning Premium mattress and replacing it with the NextGen Premium Plus mattress, I was immediately intrigued to see how this new version would compare to its predecessor.

As someone who takes sleep seriously, I jumped at the chance to test the . After hearing amazing things about the previous Premium model, I had high hopes.

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Like the , the Emma NextGen Premium Plus is made of memory foam, but also boasts 7-zone pocket springs that means it provides next-level support and comfort. It also has a cooling cover to ensure that your temperature stays regulated - this is what makes it different to the version.

So, if you’re looking for a mattress that will pave the way to some of the best sleep you've had, then we've got just the option for you.


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Pros

  • Perfect balance of firm and soft 
  • Extremely comfortable
  • Easy and quick delivery
  • Wide range of sizes

Cons

  • No-contact delivery means no help carrying the mattress in

Ratings:

  • Comfort: 5/5
  • Support: 5/5
  • Cooling technology: 4/5
  • Design: 5/5
  • Value: 5/5

Overall Rating: 4.5/5

Emma NextGen Premium Plus mattress review: quick summary

  • Emma NextGen Premium Plus, from £342.30 -

I've always slept on traditional spring mattresses but the hype around hybrid models has sky rocketed in recent years, and it's only now after trying Emma's NextGen Premium Plus that I truly understand what the fuss has been about.

The softness of the Halo memory foam moulded around me, while the seven different zones of pocket springs meant that each part of my body was fully supported.

I generally get quite warm during the night, but have definitely experienced this less since using the. With an advanced cooling cover and a layer of the brand’s Point Elastic Airgocell foam, it meant that there was enough breathability to ensure I was as cool and dry as possible.

Delivery was quick and easy; I didn’t have to lift a finger until it actually turned up at my door. It is worth noting that it’s a ‘no contact’ delivery, so if you think you’ll need help manoeuvring your new mattress up the stairs or into the bedroom, it might be worth getting a friend or family member over to help.

Emma NextGen Premium Plus mattress review: full review

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After renting fully furnished flats for years, I never needed to invest in any furniture - much less a mattress. However when I recently moved into a house of my own, I knew that I was going to have to kit it out and a high quality mattress was at the top of the list.

Emma Sleep's free and fast delivery meant that I didn't have to wait long to begin enjoying peaceful and comfortable sleep. I got the UK standard double which ships in 2 - 5 working days, meaning that within a couple of weeks my fresh, new mattress had arrived at my door.

Arriving in a compact box, my boyfriend helped me to manoeuvre it upstairs and into the bedroom where we unpacked it. After unrolling it, we left it on the floor to breathe and rise to its full height and then using the useful handles on the side of the mattress, we placed it on the bed.

When I did the hand press test, the mattress did feel firm but when I laid down I felt the memory foam soften around me, providing the perfect combination of comfort and support.

After a few weeks of using it, the Halo memory foam was moulding familiarly around my body, while the seven different zones of springs meant that my head, shoulders, chest, lower back, hips, thighs and feet all hit different touch points of support. The technology Emma uses in the is designed to create the best ergonomic support possible to provide the most relaxing sleeps.

With a cooling cover that effortlessly regulates body temperature, it makes the NextGen Premium Plus a great option for those that struggle with keeping cool in the night, as the doesn't come with the cooling cover. As someone that does sometimes overheat during the night, the mattress was good at helping to keep it at bay.

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Within just a few short weeks of sleeping on the Emma NextGen Premium Plus mattress, my body was rid of niggling aches and pains, and I was regularly waking up feeling well-rested and refreshed. I've also had friends and family come to stay who have slept on the mattress and also raved about how well they slept.

Since it arrived a few months ago, it has continued to deliver sublime comfort and hasn't worn at all. It still looks fresh and is unfaltering in the support it provides.

As I said at the beginning of this review, I am not someone who likes to mess around with my sleep and I really do try to prioritise it, so having a high quality mattress has truly levelled-up my sleep game.

How much does the Emma NextGen Premium Plus mattress cost?

This all depends on the size, but RRP for the NextGen Premium Plus model starts at £429 for a UK single and goes up to £799 for a UK Super King.

However, Emma currently has a on with up to 25% off – including 20% off the Emma NextGen Premium Plus Mattress. So you can snap up a single mattress for £343.20, a king size for £567.20 and a super king for £639.20.

The UK double that I trialled is now only £487.20. This compares to £1299 for the in the same size.

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Emma NextGen Premium Plus mattress review: the verdict

I was so impressed with this mattress that I'm happy to give it 4.5 out of 5 stars, with the 0.5 deduction coming from the fact that I still did get a little hot during the night - although that may be more of a me problem, rather than the mattress.

Rest assured, with the , you’ll sleep soundly and comfortably; so much so that the 200-night guarantee will fly by without any issues.

As soon as it arrives, expect to enjoy some of the best sleep you've had and wake up feeling truly restored. 

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Is the Emma NextGen Premium Plus mattress worth it?

After sleeping on this mattress for a few months now, I would say the Emma NextGen Plus Premium mattress is definitely worth its price tag.

I do think that compared to some others on the market, this model is very reasonably priced - especially if you catch it when it's on sale. As you can see from my review above, it's improved my overall quality of sleep and has opened my eyes to the benefits of a hybrid mattress.

How does the Emma NextGen Premium Plus mattress compare to competitors?

The NextGen Premium Plus compares well to other similar hybrid mattresses, both in terms of price and quality, from companies such as , , and

The 10-Year Guarantee and 200-Night Trial matches Simba and Brook and Wilde's offers, while Dormeo gives a lower 60 Night trial – but a 20-year warranty on selected mattresses.

Nectar meanwhile, has a 365-Night Home Trial and Forever Warranty which is guaranteed for as long as you own the mattress.

Over on Amazon, one shopper compares the Emma with Eve and Simba, noting: 'I've owned an Eve and slept on a Simba, and the Emma mattress is my favourite of the hybrids.'

Where to buy the Emma Premium mattress?

You can buy the from the where you can currently find a variety of sizes at up to 25% off.

As well as shopping directly with the sleep website, you can also pick it up from a selection of other retailers including:

What is the Emma NextGen Premium Plus mattress made of?

The NextGen Premium Plus is made up of six sections and a removable, machine-washable cooling cover made from polyester.

It’s topped with a layer of Airgocell memory foam, and beneath this are hundreds of steel pocket springs.

Then there’s a layer of viscoelastic memory foam that helps relieve pressure, and the final base layer of high resiliency extra (HRX) foam that keeps your spine aligned and happy in whatever position you sleep in.

Is the Emma NextGen Premium Plus mattress firm?

According to the Emma website, the NextGen Premium Plus is a 7/10 on the soft to firm scale (1 being firm and 10 being soft), meaning the rating falls into the medium soft category while still offering good spinal support.

If you're looking at buying a different Emma model, you might be interested to know that the brand only sells mattresses that fall in the medium firm bracket. This is a conscious design decision 'to ensure correct spinal alignment and support.'

How many springs are there in the Emma NextGen Premium Plus mattress?

Underneath the memory foam and foam layers, yet sitting above the base foam layer, there are seven zones of CarbonFlex pocket springs.

Each of these supports a specific part of your body – hips, lower back, thighs, feet, shoulders, chest and head – and there are hundreds of these springs in every mattress.

As well as adapting to the shape of your body, the benefits of pocket springs are that you'll get added air circulation. This, coupled with the breathable foams, means you'll stay at an ideal temperature throughout your sleep – so you can confidently get the most out of your purchase all year long.

Emma NextGen Premium Plus mattress vs Original

Whether you choose the Emma NextGen Premium Plus or the Emma Original very much depends on your personal taste. They both support your spine, both offer a great night’s sleep, and both are medium firmness.

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The Emma Original mattress is made from three layers of memory foam – an Airgocell top layer that keeps you cool, a Halo memory foam middle layer that moulds to your body’s shape and supports your spine, and a high resiliency extra (HRX) foam base layer. The mattress is then contained in a removable and machine-washable cover.

The difference between the Original and the NextGen Premium Plus is the hundreds of CarbonFlex pocket springs in the latter that are arranged in seven zones to support the different parts of your body.

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