Comfort Ortho Firm vs The Saffron Comfort Deep: which is better?
Quick answer
The Comfort Ortho Firm and The Saffron Comfort Deep score almost the same overall (8.4 vs 8.5), so the choice comes down to feel, firmness and budget.
Both tested and scored by Alexander Bowman. Scores use the same criteria for every mattress.
Side by side
| Feature | Comfort Ortho Firm | The Saffron Comfort Deep |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.4/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Support | 8.6 | 8.3 |
| Comfort | 7.9 | 8.5 |
| Value | 8.7 | 8.6 |
| Price | £157 | £174 |
| Type | Memory foam | Memory foam |
| Firmness | Firm | Medium |
| Depth | 20 cm | 23 cm |
| Home trial | - | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
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Choose the Comfort Ortho Firm if…
- You want to spend less: it's £17 cheaper at £157.
- You want a firmer bed (firm), e.g. for back or front sleeping.
What we like
- Support score of 8.6 at £157 – outstanding for the money
- Reflex foam gives genuine orthopaedic-grade firmness, not marketing firmness
- Removable, washable zip cover is rare at this price
What could be better
- Comfort score of 7.9 – it is firm, and side sleepers will feel it
- No home trial, which matters more on a firm mattress
Choose the The Saffron Comfort Deep if…
- Comfort matters most: it scores 8.5 vs 7.9.
- You want a softer bed (medium), e.g. as a side sleeper.
What we like
- 23cm depth makes it viable as a main bed, unlike the shallower Core range
- Balanced 8.3 support / 8.5 comfort scores – no obvious weakness
- Deep quilted cover adds a plusher surface feel
What could be better
- No cooling technology – it sleeps warm like most all-foam builds
- No home trial
Comfort Ortho Firm vs The Saffron Comfort Deep: FAQs
Which is better, the Comfort Ortho Firm or the The Saffron Comfort Deep?
The Comfort Ortho Firm and The Saffron Comfort Deep score almost the same overall (8.4 vs 8.5), so the choice comes down to feel, firmness and budget.
Which is firmer, the Comfort Ortho Firm or the The Saffron Comfort Deep?
The Comfort Ortho Firm is firmer (firm), while the The Saffron Comfort Deep is medium.
Which is better value?
The Comfort Ortho Firm scores higher for value (8.7/10), at £157.