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Medium Soft Mattress Collection 2026

The UK’s most balanced medium soft mattress.

Discover Luxe’s medium soft mattress collection, hand built in the UK for sleepers who want cushioning at the shoulders and hips without sinking too far. It is the most popular firmness we sell, and the safest choice when two people cannot agree.

  • For side sleepers
  • For couples
  • For combination sleepers
  • For shoulder pressure
Luxe medium soft mattress in a styled bedroom, showing its plush quilted surface
WHAT IS A MEDIUM SOFT MATTRESS

Medium soft is cushioning with the brakes on.

A medium soft mattress sits between 3.5 and 5 on the firmness scale. The comfort layers still let your shoulders and hips settle in, but they push back sooner than an extra soft mattress, so you never feel like you are stuck in the bed.

That balance is why medium soft is the firmness most UK sleepers get on with. It cushions the pressure points a side sleeper cares about while keeping enough support for a partner who sleeps on their back. Every Luxe medium soft mattress is hand built in our UK workshop over a genuine pocket spring or reflex support core.

Cross-section of a Luxe medium soft mattress showing comfort layers over a pocket spring core
Firmness scale3.5 to 5
1
Very soft
3.5
Medium soft
7
Firm
10
Rock hard
5Medium soft mattresses built around different sleep styles
10yrWarranty on every Luxe medium soft mattress
100ntNight home trial, sleep on it before you decide
UKHand built in our British workshop
Inside a Luxe medium soft mattress

The four-layer anatomy of every Luxe medium soft mattress.

Every Luxe medium soft mattress is built around the same four-layer formula — a breathable knitted cover, a pressure-relief layer, a high-density transition foam, and a pocket spring or reflex core.

  1. 01

    Breathable knitted cover

    A soft-touch quilted cover, OEKO-TEX certified and hand finished with British wool to keep the surface temperature neutral.
  2. 02

    Pressure-relief comfort layer

    Memory or gel-infused foam cushions the shoulders and hips — deep enough to feel plush, shallow enough that you do not sink.
  3. 03

    High-density transition foam

    The layer that gives medium soft its brakes: it catches you before the core does, so the change in feel is gradual.
  4. 04

    Pocket spring or reflex core

    Individually pocketed springs or high-density reflex foam hold the spine level and isolate movement between sleepers.
Choose your medium soft mattress

Five medium soft mattresses, one perfect fit.

Whether you want a plush everyday hybrid, an active-cooling mattress for hot sleepers, a reversible memory foam or a pillow-top finish, there is a Luxe medium soft mattress built for the way you sleep.

Luxe Velour Hybrid

A plush velour-feel cover over zoned pocket springs — the most adaptable mattress in the range. Discover Velour →

LuxeTherm™ Hybrid Cooling

Active-cooling gel foam and EnduraSpring™ coils for medium soft comfort that never sleeps hot. Discover LuxeTherm →

Reverso Memory Mattress

Reversible memory foam with near-zero motion transfer — our best value medium soft mattress. Discover Reverso →

Tencel 1000 Mattress

A breathable Tencel cover over 1,000 pocket springs for cushioned, cool medium soft support. Discover Tencel 1000 →

Tempure Velure with Pillow-Top

A layered memory foam pillow-top for hotel-luxe softness with proper support underneath. Discover Tempure →
Not sure which one?

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Answer a few quick questions about your sleep style, body type and what matters most to you — we’ll match you to the Luxe medium soft mattress built for the way you sleep.

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Firmness4 / 10
MaterialVelour cover & pocket springs
Best forSide & back sleepers
Luxe Velour Hybrid medium soft mattress with plush velour cover Bestseller
Collection 01

Luxe Velour Hybrid

The Luxe Velour Hybrid pairs a luxuriously soft velour-feel cover with zoned pocket springs and pressure-relieving foam. Multi-firmness construction means it adapts to side, back and front sleepers, which is what makes it our most versatile everyday mattress.

  • Velour-soft knitted cover for a hotel-luxe feel
  • Zoned pocket springs for proper spinal alignment
  • Multi-firmness profile suits any sleep position
  • Reinforced edge support for the full sleeping surface
Firmness4 / 10
Warranty10 years
From£399
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Firmness4 / 10
MaterialCooling gel foam & springs
Best forHot sleepers
LuxeTherm Hybrid medium soft cooling mattress with LTX gel foam Best for cooling
Collection 02

LuxeTherm™ Hybrid Cooling

Designed for hot sleepers, the LuxeTherm™ Hybrid combines Ltx Cooling™ gel-infused foam with up to 2,000 EnduraSpring™ coils to move heat away from the body. A breathable UltraDry™ cover and natural coir base keep the mattress fresh across every season, without giving up the plush feel.

  • Ltx Cooling™ gel-infused Zero Gravity™ foam
  • Up to 2,000 EnduraSpring™ pocket coils for airflow
  • Breathable UltraDry™ cover keeps you fresh
  • Natural coir base with an antimicrobial finish
CoolingGel-infused
Warranty10 years
From£382
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Firmness4 / 10
MaterialReversible memory foam
Best forCouples
Reverso Memory reversible medium soft mattress Best value
Collection 03

Reverso Memory Mattress

The Reverso is built to be used either way up, giving you two feels in one mattress. Its open-cell memory foam contours around the hips and shoulders and absorbs movement almost entirely, so a restless partner stops being your problem.

  • Reversible construction with two distinct feels
  • Open-cell memory foam for close contouring
  • Near-zero motion transfer between sleepers
  • Hypoallergenic and dust mite resistant
Firmness4 / 10
Warranty10 years
From£329
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Firmness4.5 / 10
MaterialTencel cover & 1000 springs
Best forHot sleepers
Tencel 1000 medium soft pocket sprung mattress Breathable
Collection 04

Tencel 1000 Mattress

The Tencel 1000 puts a cushioned comfort layer over 1,000 individually pocketed springs, finished with a Tencel cover that wicks moisture and keeps the surface temperature neutral. A straightforward, well-made medium soft mattress for anyone who sleeps warm.

  • Tencel cover wicks moisture and sleeps cool
  • 1,000 individually pocketed springs for independent support
  • Cushioned surface without deep foam heat build-up
  • Breathable natural fibre fillings
Firmness4.5 / 10
Warranty10 years
From£339
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Firmness4 / 10
MaterialMemory foam pillow-top
Best forPlush comfort lovers
Tempure Velure medium soft mattress with memory foam pillow-top Hotel-luxe feel
Collection 05

Tempure Velure with Pillow-Top

The Tempure Velure adds a stitched pillow-top over a memory foam and support foam build, giving you an extra layer of cushioning at the surface. It is the closest thing in the range to a good hotel bed — soft to lie down on, but supported once you settle.

  • Stitched pillow-top for an extra layer of surface cushioning
  • Memory foam comfort layer contours around pressure points
  • High-density support base holds its shape
  • Velour-feel cover, hand finished in the UK
Firmness4 / 10
Warranty10 years
From£449
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WHY MEDIUM SOFT

Six reasons sleepers choose a medium soft mattress.

Medium soft is the firmness that suits the widest range of sleepers. Here is what that actually means in your bedroom.

Cushioning without sinking

Enough give to take the pressure off the shoulders and hips, with enough push-back that turning over stays easy.

The best choice for couples

When one of you wants soft and the other wants support, medium soft is the firmness that usually settles it.

Ideal for side and combination sleepers

Side sleeping needs shoulder cushioning; changing position needs responsiveness. Medium soft gives both.

Kinder on the shoulders

If a firmer bed leaves your shoulder aching in the morning, this is usually the level that fixes it.

Cooler than an all-soft bed

Less material wraps around you than on an extra soft mattress, and pocket spring cores keep air moving.

Premium British craftsmanship

Every Luxe medium soft mattress is hand finished in our UK workshop using certified foams and natural fibres.

INSIDE A LUXE MEDIUM SOFT MATTRESS

Premium materials, precision built.

Every Luxe medium soft mattress is built from the inside out with materials chosen for pressure relief, airflow and a 10 year plus lifespan.

01

Knitted comfort cover

Stretch-knit fabric with an antimicrobial finish for a hygienic, breathable sleep surface.

02

Pressure-relief foam layer

Memory or gel-infused foam cushions the hips and shoulders while the core does the supporting.

03

High-density transition foam

Reflex and PU foams above 35 kg/m³ stop the comfort layer bottoming out and add years of life.

04

Pocket spring core

Individually pocketed springs respond independently to each sleeper for proper alignment.

05

Reinforced edge frame

Firmer perimeter springs give edge-to-edge support so you use the whole mattress.

06

Independently certified

OEKO-TEX Standard 100 fabrics, FIRA sleep tested, made in Great Britain under the NBF Code of Practice.

Medium Soft vs other firmness levels

How a medium soft mattress compares to extra soft and medium firm.

Firmness is the single biggest factor in whether a mattress works for you. Here is how medium soft compares to the levels either side of it.

Medium soft (Luxe)

  • Firmness: 3.5 to 5 out of 10.
  • Feel: Plush at the surface, supportive underneath.
  • Support: Good for most body weights up to around 18 stone.
  • Cooling: Good — pocket spring cores keep air moving.
  • Lifespan: 8 to 12 years, 10-year warranty.
  • Best for: Side sleepers, couples, combination sleepers.

Extra soft

  • Firmness: 1 to 3 out of 10.
  • Feel: You sink in and the mattress closes around you.
  • Support: Cushioned; needs a strong core to stay aligned.
  • Cooling: Moderate — more material around the body.
  • Lifespan: 8 to 10 years.
  • Best for: Lighter sleepers and anyone with real shoulder pressure.

Medium firm

  • Firmness: 5 to 6.5 out of 10.
  • Feel: Balanced — a little give, mostly support.
  • Support: Strong, including for heavier body weights.
  • Cooling: Very good.
  • Lifespan: 8 to 12 years.
  • Best for: Back sleepers and anyone who finds soft beds hard to turn over on.
Compare the medium soft mattress range

Find the right medium soft mattress for your sleep style.

Each Luxe medium soft mattress is built for a different sleeper. Use this side by side guide to narrow down your match in seconds.

Medium soft mattressBest forKey materialCoolingFeel
Luxe Velour HybridSide and back sleepersVelour cover and pocket springsGoodPlush, adaptable
LuxeTherm™ HybridSleepers who run hotGel cooling foam and springsExcellentCool, cushioned
Reverso MemoryCouples on a budgetReversible memory foamModerateDeep, contouring
Tencel 1000Hot sleepersTencel cover and 1000 pocket springsExcellentSoft, breathable
Tempure Velure Pillow-TopHotel-luxe comfortMemory foam pillow-topGoodPlush, layered
Our buying process

From browse to bedroom in 4 simple steps.

1

Choose your medium soft mattress

Compare the Luxe medium soft mattress range by sleep style, firmness and material. Free expert advice over chat or phone if you need it.
2

Order online or in showroom

Secure checkout with 0% finance via Klarna and DivideBuy. Book a free showroom appointment to try every mattress in person.
3

Free 2 man UK delivery

White glove delivery to your room of choice. We will unpack, position and remove the packaging, plus your old mattress if requested.
4

Sleep on it 100 nights

Refund up to night 60, or swap for a different model up to night 100. We collect free of charge.
Medium Soft mattress FAQs

Your medium soft mattress questions, answered.

What does a medium soft mattress feel like?
A medium soft mattress cushions your shoulders and hips but stops you sinking in. You feel the comfort layers give way, then meet resistance from the support core. Luxe medium soft mattresses sit between 3.5 and 5 on a 10 point firmness scale.
Who is a medium soft mattress best for?
Medium soft suits side sleepers, combination sleepers who change position through the night, and couples who cannot agree on firmness. It works well for most body weights up to around 18 stone.
Is medium soft the same as medium?
No. Medium soft sits at 3.5 to 5 and medium firm at 5 to 6.5. The difference is noticeable: medium soft cushions the shoulders first, medium firm supports first and cushions second.
Is a medium soft mattress good for back pain?
It can be, particularly for side sleepers whose pain comes from shoulder and hip pressure. If your pain comes from the hips dropping out of line, or you sleep on your back or front, a medium firm or firm mattress is usually the better choice.
Which Luxe medium soft mattress is best for hot sleepers?
The LuxeTherm™ Hybrid, which uses gel-infused cooling foam with ventilated pocket springs, or the Tencel 1000, whose Tencel cover wicks moisture away through the night.
How long does a medium soft mattress last?
A well-made medium soft mattress lasts 8 to 12 years. High-density foams and tempered pocket springs hold their shape far longer than the materials used in budget mattresses. Every Luxe mattress is backed by a 10 year warranty.
Do you deliver medium soft mattresses across the UK for free?
Yes. Every Luxe medium soft mattress ships with free, fully tracked, white glove 2 man UK delivery. We unpack and position the mattress in your room of choice, and we will happily remove your old mattress if requested.
Can I use a medium soft mattress on a slatted bed frame?
Yes. Every Luxe medium soft mattress works on a sprung slatted, solid slatted or platform-top base. Slats should be no more than 7 cm apart for the warranty to remain valid. Divan and ottoman bases are also fully compatible.
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