Springs vs Memory Foam vs Hybrid: 2026 Comparison
Three mattress structures, three types of sleep. Compare by what matters — firmness, ventilation, lower-back pain, couples — and see which fits your profile.
Pocket springs
support + ventilationEach spring works independently. Firmness, air flow and isolated movement between the two sides of the bed.
Memory foam
pressure reliefMoulds to the body with heat and weight. Cradles shoulders, hips and lower back. Retains more heat.
Hybrid
springs + memory foamA spring base for support and ventilation, a memory-foam layer on top for relief. The middle ground.
Comparison by criterion
| Criterion | Springs | Memory foam | Hybrid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Support / firmness | Firm | Medium, cradling | Balanced |
| Ventilation (sleeps hot) | Best | Retains heat | Good |
| Pressure relief (shoulder/hip) | Lower | Best | Good |
| Lower-back pain (back sleeper) | Good | Best | Good |
| Couples (isolates movement) | Pocket springs isolate | Good | Very good |
| Medium-high weight | Support that doesn't sag | Depends on density | Good |
| In the Dreamura range | Mizu (23 cm, firm) | Hisui (26 cm, firm) | Takumi (26 cm, medium) |
What's your profile?
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