Recommended UK mattress alternatives
The IKEA Morgedal was one of IKEA's best mattresses, and while it couldn't compare with higher-quality models, many people loved their low-cost Morgedal mattress.
The IKEA Morgedal is no longer available for purchase in the UK.
So take a look at our recommended alternatives below - some of these have base prices that are a little higher than what you'd pay at IKEA, but these mattresses are often on special and offer superior comfort, support, and durablity.
Our favourite low-cost IKEA Morgedal alternatives:
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![Hypnia Hybrid Mattress]()
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Hypnia![Hypnia]()
Original Hybrid MattressPrice from £ 319.99 £ (799.99 )The Hypnia Original Hybrid is as comfortable as top-rated competitors."Get 10% off with our exclusive 'SH10' discount code."The Hypnia Original Hybrid is as comfortable as top-rated competitors."Get 10% off with our exclusive 'SH10' discount code."Price from £ 319.99 (£ 799.99 ) -
![Emma Original Mattress]()
![Emma Original Mattress]()
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Original HybridPrice from £ 339The Emma Original Hybrid has replaced the flagship Emma Original, bringing a new hybrid design for advanced comfort, support, and temperature regulation."Get 5% off with our exclusive 'SLEEPHEROUK5' discount code."The Emma Original Hybrid has replaced the flagship Emma Original, bringing a new hybrid design for advanced comfort, support, and temperature regulation."Get 5% off with our exclusive 'SLEEPHEROUK5' discount code."Price from £ 339 -
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Nectar![Nectar]()
Memory Foam MattressPrice from £ 349The Nectar is a luxurious memory foam mattress suitable for most people and sleeping positions.The Nectar is a luxurious memory foam mattress suitable for most people and sleeping positions.Price from £ 349
IKEA Morgedal composition
The IKEA Morgedal was a very firm all-foam mattress with a 64% polyester and 36% cotton cover.
Its comfort zones offered some pressure relief around the hips and shoulders. ☁️
More on the IKEA Morgedal cover
The cover of the IKEA Morgedal mattress UK was white on top and dark grey on the sides.
It was made of 64% polyester and 36% cotton and was topped with a slight softening, highly resilient polyester wadding layer.
The cover could also be unzipped and removed for effortless cleaning. 🧼
IKEA recommended machine-washing the cover at a maximum temperature of 60°C.
It was durable and soft to the touch yet thin enough to let the foam mattress breathe easily.
Practical handles on the sides of the cover made it easier to move the mattress around.
Initially, the Morgedal was available in two versions:
- IKEA Morgedal foam mattress
- IKEA Morgedal memory foam mattress
Even though memory foam is generally great, the Morgedal had a relatively low foam density of just 28 kg/m³, suggesting the mattress was unlikely to last much beyond 3 years.
If you want a supportive, comfortable, and pressure-relieving mattress (especially if you suffer from back or shoulder pain), we suggest taking a look at the Nectar memory foam mattress as a great alternative to the Morgedal.
This is a high-qualtiy memory foam option that comes in at a great price and with fantastic trial and warranty conditions!
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Nectar![Nectar]()
Memory Foam MattressPrice from £ 349The Nectar is a luxurious memory foam mattress suitable for most people and sleeping positions.The Nectar is a luxurious memory foam mattress suitable for most people and sleeping positions.Price from £ 349
IKEA Morgedal firmness
When we tested the IKEA Morgedal, it was an incredibly firm mattress, and we placed it as a 9 out of 10 on the Sleep Hero firmness scale (where 1 is the softest and 10 is the firmest).
Unfortunately, our test sleepers felt this mattress did not distribute pressure well, didn't adapt well to the body, and seemed to lack elasticity, creating uncomfortable pressure points.
Several customers, especially side sleepers, complained in IKEA Morgedal reviews that the mattress simply felt too firm, causing shoulder and back pain.
Generally, side sleepers need slightly softer mattresses that provide enough sinkage to accommodate shoulders and hips.
Alternatively, you could also use a mattress topper to soften your mattress if you're not ready to buy a new mattress.
The Panda London mattress topper is one of our favourite soft, budget-friendly toppers. 💗
Of course, very firm mattresses aren't necessarily bad, and some people prefer a firmer feeling mattress.
Generally, very firm mattresses like the Morgedal are best suited for heavier people and those sleeping on their stomachs. 😄
Even those weighing over 100 kg (220 lbs) could benefit from the Morgedal's solid support.
If you prefer the feel of a firmer mattress and want something supportive but still comfortable, we suggest taking a peek at the Origin Hybrid mattress.
We rated this as a solid 8.5 out of 10 on our firmness scale, meaning it's pretty close to the Morgedal in terms of firmness!
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Hybrid MattressPrice from £ 309 £ (515 )The Origin mattress is a firm and supportive mattress, ideal for stomach sleepers.The Origin mattress is a firm and supportive mattress, ideal for stomach sleepers.Price from £ 309 (£ 515 ) -
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Hybrid ProPrice from £ 529 £ (961 )The Origin Hybrid Pro is Origin's most advanced mattress with an eight-layer design and luxurious cooling materials.The Origin Hybrid Pro is Origin's most advanced mattress with an eight-layer design and luxurious cooling materials.Price from £ 529 (£ 961 )
IKEA Morgedal mattress prices
IKEA mattresses are some of the most affordable in the UK.
And among the range of already low-cost options, the IKEA Morgedal foam mattress was especially cheap and well-rated. 💸
It can be tricky to find good mattresses for lower budgets, but we have tested some brands that offer high-quality products for very reasonable prices.
Our favourite affordable mattresses:
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![Hypnia Hybrid Mattress]()
![Hypnia Hybrid Mattress]()
Hypnia![Hypnia]()
Original Hybrid MattressPrice from £ 319.99 £ (799.99 )The Hypnia Original Hybrid is as comfortable as top-rated competitors."Get 10% off with our exclusive 'SH10' discount code."The Hypnia Original Hybrid is as comfortable as top-rated competitors."Get 10% off with our exclusive 'SH10' discount code."Price from £ 319.99 (£ 799.99 ) -
![Emma Original Mattress]()
![Emma Original Mattress]()
Emma![Emma]()
Original HybridPrice from £ 339The Emma Original Hybrid has replaced the flagship Emma Original, bringing a new hybrid design for advanced comfort, support, and temperature regulation."Get 5% off with our exclusive 'SLEEPHEROUK5' discount code."The Emma Original Hybrid has replaced the flagship Emma Original, bringing a new hybrid design for advanced comfort, support, and temperature regulation."Get 5% off with our exclusive 'SLEEPHEROUK5' discount code."Price from £ 339 -
![Eve Wunderflip Lighter Hybrid]()
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Wunderflip Lighter HybridPrice from £ 389 £ (399 )The Wunderflip Lighter Hybrid is a great-value-for-money mattress with a flippable medium and firmer side.The Wunderflip Lighter Hybrid is a great-value-for-money mattress with a flippable medium and firmer side.Price from £ 389 (£ 399 )
IKEA Morgedal delivery conditions
Like most IKEA mattresses, the IKEA Morgedal UK came roll-packed and wrapped in plastic when we bought it.
All vacuum-packed foam mattresses need time to fully expand - approximately 72 hours for the Morgedal IKEA mattress.
Some customers found that their IKEA mattresses had an initial smell (called off-gassing), which is completely normal with rolled mattresses and tends to dissipate fairly quickly.
Even though the IKEA Morgedal mattress is no longer available, customers typically have two options of getting an IKEA mattress home:
- In-store collection, which is free
- Home delivery, for which IKEA charges
Exact IKEA delivery costs depend on the item's size, so mattress delivery is more expensive.
The 2 main options for IKEA mattress delivery are:
- Selected day delivery: Items are delivered to the room of your choice in 4 to 30 days.
- Express delivery: Items are delivered to the room of your choice in 1 to 3 days.
These delivery costs are disappointing as most other bed-in-a-box mattress brands offer free delivery for their customers. 🚚
For example, while the award-winning Simba Hybrid Essential is more expensive than the IKEA Morgedal, it comes with free delivery, returns, a 200-day trial, and excellent reviews.
IKEA mattress trial
Mattresses fall under the IKEA 90-day love it or exchange it policy.
With this, customers have 90 days to exchange an IKEA mattress. 🤔
If exchanging for a more expensive mattress, customers must pay the difference.
If exchanging for a cheaper mattress, IKEA offers store credit.
IKEA mattress returns
IKEA offers a 365-day return period for most items, which only applies to unused products in their original packaging.
The mattress must be unmarked and in re-saleable condition.
If you order via the IKEA Home Delivery Service, your mattress collection and replacement will be free.
But things aren't always so simple. 👎
Returns can be tricky, requiring customers to organise the collection and foot the bill.
IKEA mattress guarantee
The IKEA mattress guarantee is 10 years, and some people find that their mattresses last very well.
However, others seem to notice issues with their IKEA mattresses popping up after just a couple of years.
Sadly, the IKEA guarantee, returns, and customer support let down even the best-rated products (like the Morgedal).
Should you buy the IKEA Morgedal?
The IKEA Morgedal was a very firm mattress best suited to heavier individuals and stomach sleepers.
But, the quality was a tad unreliable, and several IKEA Morgedal reviews complained of sagging after just a few years.
The IKEA Morgedal mattress is no longer sold in the UK, so take a look at some of our favourite altneratives below.
Our favourite affordable mattresses:
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![Hypnia Hybrid Mattress]()
![Hypnia Hybrid Mattress]()
Hypnia![Hypnia]()
Original Hybrid MattressPrice from £ 319.99 £ (799.99 )The Hypnia Original Hybrid is as comfortable as top-rated competitors."Get 10% off with our exclusive 'SH10' discount code."The Hypnia Original Hybrid is as comfortable as top-rated competitors."Get 10% off with our exclusive 'SH10' discount code."Price from £ 319.99 (£ 799.99 ) -
![Emma Original Mattress]()
![Emma Original Mattress]()
Emma![Emma]()
Original HybridPrice from £ 339The Emma Original Hybrid has replaced the flagship Emma Original, bringing a new hybrid design for advanced comfort, support, and temperature regulation."Get 5% off with our exclusive 'SLEEPHEROUK5' discount code."The Emma Original Hybrid has replaced the flagship Emma Original, bringing a new hybrid design for advanced comfort, support, and temperature regulation."Get 5% off with our exclusive 'SLEEPHEROUK5' discount code."Price from £ 339 -
![Nectar memory foam mattress]()
![Nectar memory foam mattress]()
Nectar![Nectar]()
Memory Foam MattressPrice from £ 349The Nectar is a luxurious memory foam mattress suitable for most people and sleeping positions.The Nectar is a luxurious memory foam mattress suitable for most people and sleeping positions.Price from £ 349
Contact IKEA UK
Customer service: To contact IKEA UK directly for complaints, support, or queries, please call them on 0203 645 0000 or seek out the help of their customer service robot. The IKEA Customer Support Centre is available Monday - Saturday from 7 am - 8 pm, and Sundays from 7 am - 7 pm.
Registered office: IKEA United Kingdom - 7th Floor, 100 Avebury Boulevard, Milton Keynes, MK9 1FH
Frequently asked questions
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Has the IKEA Morgedal mattress been discontinued?
For those wondering if the IKEA Morgedal mattress was discontinued, the answer is YES.
The Morgedal mattress IKEA UK was previously known for its affordability and firm comfort.
IKEA Morgedal reviews stood out in IKEA's extensive mattress range.
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What mattress is similar to the IKEA Morgedal?
The IKEA Morgedal hasn't exactly been replaced in the IKEA mattress range, unlike the Hövåg was with the Valevag.
However, you can find 3 other IKEA mattress memory foam options:
- IKEA Ågotnes mattress
- IKEA Åsvang mattress
- IKEA Åbygda mattress
While each of these IKEA memory foam mattresses is similarly low-cost to the IKEA Morgedal mattress, they are also of unreliable quality.
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Can I get an IKEA Morgedal mattress cover replacement?
Looking for an IKEA Morgedal mattress cover replacement?
Regrettably, IKEA doesn't offer a specific IKEA Morgedal mattress cover replacement, especially now that the mattress itself has been discontinued.
However, it's worth noting that even when the Morgedal was in production, separate cover replacements weren't available.
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In which sizes was the IKEA Morgedal available?
Most IKEA mattresses are available in standard UK sizes, and some also come in European sizes (which tend to be slightly larger).
The IKEA Morgedal foam mattress was available in 3 standard UK sizes.
These included:
- IKEA Morgedal single mattress: 90 x 190 cm (3' x 6'3")
- IKEA Morgedal double mattress 135 x 190 cm (4'6" x 6'3")
- IKEA Morgedal king-size mattress 150 x 200 cm (5' x 6'6")
Unfortunately, it's quite common for IKEA mattresses to have limited size options.
This narrow size range means you'd have to look elsewhere if you wanted a twin, small double, super-king or queen-size mattress.
The Morgedal mattress was also 18 cm (7 inches) thick.This was reasonable for a firm, all-foam mattress but, according to IKEA Morgedal reviews, left some customers (especially side sleepers) without the desired cushioning and support.
Generally, this level of thickness is not recommended for long-term use.
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Which IKEA mattress is best?
The Morgedal IKEA UK mattress was previously IKEA's most popular mattress but it's no longer available.
Now, the IKEA Ågotnes is one of the store's best-sellers.
It's an incredibly cheap all-foam mattress, but it's also not great quality and a measly 10 cm (4 inches) thick.
If you want the best, value-for-money all-foam alternative to the Morgedal Foam Mattress IKEA, we suggest taking a look at the Nectar memory foam mattress.
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How long do IKEA mattresses take to expand?
Most IKEA mattresses are delivered rolled and vacuum-packed, and can take up to 72 hours to fully expand.
The expansion time may vary depending on factors like mattresss size and how long it's been vacuum-packed.
For instance, an IKEA Morgedal king-size mattress may have taken slightly longer to expand than the expansion of a single Morgedal mattress.
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Can IKEA mattresses be flipped?
Most IKEA foam and latex mattresses can and should be flipped.
Flipping a mattress gives one side the chance to return to its original shape, which is essential for latex and foam mattresses that contour to the body.
However, it may be slightly more challenging to flip larger mattresses.
For instance, if you have a large IKEA Morgedal mattress king-size, you may want to enlist someone to help.
Regularly flipping the mattress could help prevent issues like lumps and sagging commonly seen in Morgedal IKEA mattress reviews.
Alternatively, message us directly via the Contact Us page.