Emma Original Elite vs Emma Luxe Cooling: which is better?
Quick answer
The Emma Original Elite scores higher overall (8.8 vs 8.6). The Emma Original Elite is £100 cheaper.
Both tested and scored by Alexander Bowman. Scores use the same criteria for every mattress.
Side by side
| Feature | Emma Original Elite | Emma Luxe Cooling |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.8/10 | 8.6/10 |
| Support | 9.3 | 9.2 |
| Comfort | 8.9 | 8.7 |
| Value | 8.2 | 7.9 |
| Price | £999 | £1,099 |
| Type | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Firmness | Medium-firm | Medium |
| Depth | 28 cm | 30 cm |
| Home trial | 200 nights | 200 nights |
| Warranty | 10 years | 10 years |
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Choose the Emma Original Elite if…
- You want to spend less: it's £100 cheaper at £999.
- You want a firmer bed (medium-firm), e.g. for back or front sleeping.
What we like
- Highest support score on the site (9.3) from a taller zoned spring unit
- Graphite-infused foam genuinely conducts heat away from the body
- 28cm build handles heavier sleepers and couples with ease
What could be better
- £999 for a double is a serious outlay
- Value score (8.2) reflects that you pay for the engineering
Choose the Emma Luxe Cooling if…
- You want a softer bed (medium), e.g. as a side sleeper.
What we like
- The most effective cooling build in Emma's range, our Best for Hot Sleepers pick
- Support score of 9.2 from a deep 30cm pocket-sprung hybrid
- Three cooling mechanisms: cooling cover, graphite foam and an open spring layer
What could be better
- £1099 is the highest price on the site, and the value score of 7.9 reflects it
- Medium feel is softer than some back-pain sufferers need
Emma Original Elite vs Emma Luxe Cooling: FAQs
Which is better, the Emma Original Elite or the Emma Luxe Cooling?
The Emma Original Elite scores higher overall (8.8 vs 8.6). The Emma Original Elite is £100 cheaper.
Which is firmer, the Emma Original Elite or the Emma Luxe Cooling?
The Emma Original Elite is firmer (medium-firm), while the Emma Luxe Cooling is medium.
Which is better value?
The Emma Original Elite scores higher for value (8.2/10), at £999.
Which has the longer trial?
Both come with a 200-night home trial.