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Simba Hybrid Luxe vs Simba Hybrid Ultra: which is better?

Quick answer

The Simba Hybrid Luxe and Simba Hybrid Ultra score almost the same overall (8.6 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.

Simba Hybrid Luxe mattress

Simba

Simba Hybrid Luxe

8.6/10 · Hybrid · Medium

£1,799

Simba Hybrid Ultra mattress

Simba

Simba Hybrid Ultra

8.5/10 · Hybrid · Medium-soft

£2,399

Side by side

FeatureSimba Hybrid LuxeSimba Hybrid Ultra
Overall score8.6/108.5/10
Support9.19.3
Comfort9.49.5
Value7.26.6
Price£1,799£2,399
TypeHybridHybrid
FirmnessMediumMedium-soft
Depth31 cm34 cm
Home trial200 nights200 nights
Warranty10 years10 years

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Choose the Simba Hybrid Luxe if…

  • You want to spend less: it's £600 cheaper at £1,799.
  • You want a firmer bed (medium), e.g. for back or front sleeping.

What we like

  • Three microspring layers give the plushest feel short of the Ultra
  • Bamboo-infused wool wicks moisture as well as insulating
  • Sprung SupportCore™ base keeps a soft surface properly supported

What could be better

  • £1,799 for a double is a serious outlay
  • Plusher feel is not the right choice for front sleepers

Choose the Simba Hybrid Ultra if…

  • You want a softer bed (medium-soft), e.g. as a side sleeper.

What we like

  • HeatRelease™ cooling included as standard, not an upgrade
  • Up to 7,300 springs across four sprung layers
  • Plush FusionCool™ surface of wool, bamboo, charcoal and kapok

What could be better

  • £2,399 for a double: the most expensive mattress we have scored
  • Diminishing returns over the Hybrid Pro at half the price

Simba Hybrid Luxe vs Simba Hybrid Ultra: FAQs

Which is better, the Simba Hybrid Luxe or the Simba Hybrid Ultra?

The Simba Hybrid Luxe and Simba Hybrid Ultra score almost the same overall (8.6 vs 8.5), so the choice comes down to feel, firmness and budget.

Which is firmer, the Simba Hybrid Luxe or the Simba Hybrid Ultra?

The Simba Hybrid Luxe is firmer (medium), while the Simba Hybrid Ultra is medium-soft.

Which is better value?

The Simba Hybrid Luxe scores higher for value (7.2/10), at £1,799.

Which has the longer trial?

Both come with a 200-night home trial.