Koala
With a trendy and considered range of furniture and homewares, as well as quirky ads, Koala has become a staple for many households in Australia. And for many people, it started with a Koala mattress – their designs have regularly featured in our mattress guides, and have been among the most popular mattress-in-a-box options since they launched.
Their designs are a key part of this, with the Koala considering everything from restless partners to hot sleepers.
“You’d be surprised how many people are just accepting that they will be woken up by their partner tossing and turning at night, disrupting their own sleep,” Beth Playford, Koala’s Product Manager (Mattress) tells me.
“One of our earliest ads that went viral was the “wineglass test” which showcased our Zero Disturbance tech, and this still holds true today. All of our mattresses are designed to absorb that motion, rather than transferring it to your side of the bed, meaning you can snooze uninterrupted.”
Beth Playford, Koala Product Manager (Mattress)
Then there’s the unique Kloudcell foam, which balances support and softness – along with three to seven other layers, depending on the particular mattress.
BHG’s pick of Koala mattresses in 2026
- Best all-rounder: Koala Plus Mattress
- Best for cloud-like luxury: Koala Luxe Mattress
- Best for hot sleepers: Koala Polar+ Mattress
- Best for simplicity: Koala Mattress
- Best value: Koala SE Mattress
- Best for kids: Joey Kids Mattress
So if you’re wondering what the best Koala mattress is for you, here I go through how the different options can suit different types of sleepers based on design features including the layers, customisation options and price, with a focus on queen sizes because it’s one of the most common choices for adults.
The BHG team also tracks Koala sales and offers year-round, including flash promotions, category-wide discounts and limited time codes, so you’re seeing and getting the best price available now.
The best Koala mattresses for different sleep styles
Koala Plus Mattress
$1650, Koala
Best for: customisable comfort
This innovative mattress includes a layer for adjustable firmness, so you can literally flip between firm and medium-firm to find what’s comfortable for you. It also comes with a seasonal topper, so you can go from cooling fabric in summer to the comfort of organic cotton in winter.
“Amazing comfort and support. I no longer toss and turn during the night and wake up feeling refreshed. Such good value for money,” one verified customer said in a 5-star review on Koala. Another customer summed it up neatly by saying “you just lie down and it seems to hold you in place”.
As well as a high customer rating – an average of 4.8-stars from over 1200 customers on Koala (shared with the Polar+) – it’s been recognised with a 2024 Good Design Award in the furniture and lighting category.
Key features:
- CoolThread moisture-wicking fibres and breathable Cooling Gel Kloudcell for temperature comfort
- 2cm quilted topper with a zip and flip design to switch from hot to cool weather
- Flippable Kloudcell Comfort Layer so you can choose between medium-firm and firm
- Open foam cell structure allows airflow and breathability
- Kloudcell foam cushions pressure points while supporting your back and hips
- Five zones of support
Also available at:
- $1650 at Amazon (queen)
Koala Luxe Mattress
$2390, Koala
Best for: cloud-like comfort
The Koala Luxe Mattress is designed for people who want softness with built-in support. With seven multi-layered support zones, it’s got comfort covered at every level – including with a generous 9cm, extra plush Kloudcell comfort layer.
As well as getting 5-star ratings from over 645 customers, Beth Playford says it’s “a favourite among the Koala design team”.
“For anyone who loves the super luxurious feel of a hotel mattress, this is your go-to for that “sleep on a cloud” feeling,” she says.
“It has the most Kloudcell foam of all the mattresses in our range. This thick 9cm layer for maximum comfort means it feels soft and
supportive (the best of both worlds)! The sleep surface uses a luxurious Australian Cashmere blend fabric, featuring a unique Aussie-inspired wave design that was developed here in Sydney by our in-house design team.”
Key features:
- Plush comfort with multi-layer support
- Designed for a hotel-quality mattress experience at home
- Luxe materials including Australian cashmere, linen and blend boucle
- Advanced temperature control with phase-change materials that absorb heat when you’re warm and release it when you’re cool
Also available at:
- $2390 at Amazon (queen)
Koala Polar+ Mattress
$1990, Koala
Best for: hot sleepers
This variation of the Plus Mattress is designed to address the common issue of overheating during sleep (an issue that affects one in four Australians, according to research from Sheridan). It has Koala’s newer PolarBands technology to make this mattress five degrees cooler than the Plus.
“PolarBands are highly thermally conductive bands that we position around the parts of the mattress where heat tends to accumulate. They are designed to dissipate and release that heat out away from your body, helping you to sleep cooler,” Beth explains.
“As someone who struggles to get quality sleep during the warmer months, PolarBands have been a gamechanger for my own sleep!”
Beth Playford, Koala Product Manager (Mattress)
Key features:
- PolarBands technology make this mattress 5°C than the Plus
- Moisture-wicking CoolThread fabric
- Cooling gel Kloudcell foam
- Seasonal adjustment layer
- Flippable firmness
Koala Mattress
$1249, Koala
Best for: simple comfort
A favourite among Aussies, the Koala Mattress has a high average rating of 4.8-stars on both Koala and ProductReview.com.au – where it was also an award winner in 2023 and 2024.
A stand-out feature for this mattress is the choice between a flippable firmness layer or a “half-and-half” one designed so that one side of the bed is firm and one is medium-firm, which is handy if you and your partner have different preferences. Plus, the viral “wineglass test” was done on this mattress (with someone jumping on it and the wineglass staying upright, half full).
“First time buyer of these types of mattresses and I am so impressed. Definitely wished I got one of these mattresses years ago! Extremely comfortable to sleep on. Will never go back to spring mattresses,” one verified customer said in a 5-star review.
Key features:
- Three targeted support zones to reduce sleep disturbance
- Choice of a flippable firmness layer or a half-and-half layer for partners with different preferences
- Designed to ease pressure at the shoulders, hips and knees without the sag or sink that’s associated with memory foam
- Kloudcell technology offers support, breathability, responsiveness and durability
Also available at:
- $1290 at Amazon (queen)
Koala SE Mattress
$950, Koala
Best for: value
With Koala’s Kloudcell foam, three zones of support and a price under $1000 for a queen, this mattress offers great value for money. It also has an extra plush, fixed quilted topper added comfort, and breathability thanks to the foam and choice of TENCEL Lyocell fibres.
“It’s incredibly comfortable, offering the perfect balance of support and softness. I sleep through the night without any aches or discomfort, which is a huge upgrade from my previous mattress. The quality is top-notch,” one Australian customer said in a 5-star review on Amazon, where it has a 4.5-star average from a handful of reviews. It also has over 650 ratings of 5-stars on Koala.
Key features:
- Three layers of targeted support
- Durable, high-density foam designed to hold its shape and comfort over years of use
- Extra-plush, fixed quilted topper designed for a float-on-top feeling
- Cover fabric is made with TENCEL Lyocell, which helps absorb and release moisture
- Kloudcell responds to movement for support and less disturbance
Also available at:
Joey Kids Mattress (single size)
$475, Koala
Best for: kids
Designed especially for children aged 3-12, this mattress features pocket springs, Kloudcell foam and a water-resistant protective layer and removable, machine-washable top layer.
It also uses materials that have been certified for safety, with OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certification, which tests for over 1000 toxic substances, and CertiPUR-US certified foams that screened for relevant chemicals and made without formaldehyde, phthalates and heavy metals (among other things). And Koala’s collaboration with Bluey also means you can choose from the classic design, or four brightly coloured Bluey styles.
“Our son wants to sleep in his bed each night because it is so comfy and it is great for the parents to sleep on too when needed,” one customer said in a 5-star review on Koala, where it has a very high average 4.9-star rating from over 225 customers.
Key features:
- Supportive pocket springs that react to pressure
- Kloudcell foam technology for breathability, comfort and responsiveness
- OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certification and CertiPUR-US certification
- Removable and machine washable top layer
- Water-resistant protective layer
What else to know about Koala mattresses
- Trial period: Koala has a 120 day trial period, which gives you time to get used to sleeping on the mattress. If you decide it’s not right, you can return it for a full refund – and the return is free if you’re in a metro area (in regional areas, you’ll pay return shipping).
- Warranties: Koala has a 10-year warranty for mattresses, which covers replacement or repair of a product that has a manufacturing or material defect. But it’s worth noting the warranty doesn’t apply if the issue is from general wear and tear or if it’s a natural characteristic of the products or materials used. For example, minor pilling, puddling or “normal softening of the product”. The mattress also has to be used as intended and recommended by Koala for the warranty to apply.
- Free delivery: All Koala mattresses have free standard delivery in Australia. You can choose the delivery date and time from a calendar at the checkout. Room Service, Premium and Saturday morning deliveries have separate costs, so keep that in mind.
- Koala showroom: If you’re in Sydney and want to lie on a Koala mattress before you order one, you can visit the Moore Park Showroom.
Looking for more Koala savings? See our regularly updated guide to current offers and promotions.
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