Mattresses: All test winners from Stiftung Warentest and Öko-Test

You sleep best on the test-winning mattresses from Öko-Test and Stiftung Warentest. Here you can find out which are the highest quality latex, foam and pocket spring mattresses.

Test criteria for mattresses

The quality of your mattress affects your sleep. A good mattress adapts to your body in the lying position so that the body tissue is not pressed at the center of gravity. In addition, you should not sink too deep into the mattress, as this restricts freedom of movement and disturbs sleep. Generally it is important that the mattress free from pollutants is because you spend a few hours on it every day.

While Eco test primarily evaluates lying comfort and pollution, flow in the Stiftung Warentest also the durability and aspects related to purchase and transport of the mattress. More precisely:

Eco test evaluates the criteria …

• Flexural elasticity
• Point elasticity
• Shoulder zone effect
• Body zone support as well
• the exposure to questionable substances

Considered in comparison Stiftung Warentest …

• Lying properties
• durability
• reference
• handling
• Declaration and advertising
• However, pollution also plays a role in more recent tests – under the heading “Health and Environment”.

During the last mattress test by Eco test a few years ago, the most recent results come from Stiftung Warentest from 2018, 2019 and last 2021.

For ecological reasons and because of the possible pollution from synthetic materials, we generally recommend that you use mattresses made of natural latex (= Natural rubber) or coconut latex.

Overview of test winners

• Foam mattresses (test winner 2019 to 2021)
• Foam mattresses (test winner 2013 to 2018)
• Spring mattresses (test winner 2019)
• Latex mattresses (test winner 2013 to 2018)

Foam mattresses at Stiftung Warentest (2019 to 2021)

Foam mattresses are characterized by their high elasticity. They quickly return to their original shape as soon as you move. From an ecological point of view, however, foam mattresses are Not harmless because they are at least partially based on petroleum.

Test winner Stiftung Warentest 2021

At the beginning of 2021, Stiftung Warentest last tested 14, in its own words, “high-selling” foam mattresses in the sizes 90 × 200 and 140 × 200 cm. Conclusion: the narrow and wider versions performed similarly in the test. Big but: all mattresses were only “satisfactory”.

Noticeable: the former long-term test winner, the Bodyguard model from provider Bett1 (see also below), deteriorated from the most recent “good” (2017 and 2019) to only “satisfactory”, which it just missed with a mark of 2.6 . There were deductions for the lying properties.

• Bodyguard but still the best foam mattress remains (around 200 euros for 90 × 200 cm, available from among others Amazon**), followed by the Comfort 7-zone 2 in 1 duo cold foam mattress from dream night, which received a grade of 3.0 in the 90 × 200 cm format (approx. 130 euros, among others for Amazon**).
• The proportions are reversed in the 140 × 200 format: Here was the model from Dream Night (approx. 210 euros, Amazon**) with a grade of 2.6 minimally in front of the bodyguard mattress (approx. 340 euros, Amazon**) with grade 2.7. With the wider formats, the price difference between the two models is also more noticeable.

Test winner Stiftung Warentest 2019

Stiftung Warentest had previously (in autumn 2019) sent around 20 cold foam mattresses to the test. There was a surprise: two mattresses achieved a grade of 1.7 and thus caught up with the previous test winner, Bodyguard.

• Celebrated a double victory with a grade of 1.7: the mattress One from Emma (199 euros, online ** among others at Amazon) and the model Elements from Dunlopillo (approx. 400 euros). Both mattresses performed exactly the same in all criteria – no wonder, according to the provider, they are structurally identical models. With the difference that Dunlopillo charges 100 euros more …

Foam mattresses at Stiftung Warentest / Öko-Test (2013 to 2018)

Test winner Stiftung Warentest 2018

• Stiftung Warentest rates the mattress Bodyguard by Bett1 as the best (buy online ** e.g. at Amazon). At around 200 euros (for 90 × 200 cm) it is still in the lower price segment. It received a grade of 1.7 (“good”) in 2018: this is also the best result that Stiftung Warentest has so far awarded mattresses.

Further test winners Stiftung Warentest 2018 (selection)

• Also rated “good” with a 2.3 in the same test: the cold foam mattress Breckle My Balance 15who are among others Otto.de or Amazon gives**. It has also been awarded the Blue Angel and is made in Germany. Price: approx. 240 euros (for 90 × 200 cm).

The colleagues from Eco test last tested seven out of ten cold foam mattresses with the rating “good”, albeit in 2013. A “very good” rating was not given in the overall rating.

Test winner Öko-Test 2013

• The test winner in the practical test and in the overall rating was that Röwa Legra Topaz, medium (buy online ** e.g. at Belama). It costs around 600 euros (for 90 × 200 cm).

Spring mattresses at Stiftung Warentest (2019)

In spring and autumn 2019, Stiftung Warentest tested a total of 38 Innerspring mattresses – and with good reason: Around one in four Germans sleeps on a pocket spring mattress. Mattresses from providers such as Dänisches Bettenlager, Ikea and a mattress from the discounter Lidl were tested.

Test winner Stiftung Warentest autumn 2019

• My Home Black Diamond Comfort from Otto with grade 2.3, available directly at Otto.de** for approx. 200 euros (in 90 × 200 cm).
• Irisette Sylt TTFK from Badenia also with grade 2.3.

Test winner of the Stiftung Warentest spring 2019 were the following two mattresses:

• The pocket spring core model Classic from MFO received a 2.3 as the best of the grades awarded. she is available directly from MFO** and costs approx. 240 euros (for 90 × 200 cm).
• The mattress was also awarded a 2.3 Dynamic TFK from Hn8 sleep systems. she is available online at Lidl and costs about 170, – (for 90 × 200 cm).

Latex mattresses at Stiftung Warentest / Öko-Test (2013 to 2018)

The advantage of a latex mattress is that the material is very elastic. This makes latex very adaptable and supports a comfortable lying position. The disadvantage is that latex mattresses are more expensive than cold foam mattresses and are based on it Natural latex mattresses not based on petroleum. Four of the nine latex mattresses tested are recommended by Öko-Test.

Stiftung Warentest last examined latex mattresses in 2018. Both winners convince in the test with their lying properties, but the latex contained is not natural rubber, but a petroleum product.

Test winner Stiftung Warentest 2018

• L4 latex mattress from Selectato buy ** z. B. at Belama. It only contains natural rubber. The core consists of 100% classic and therefore petroleum-based latex. Price: approx. 500 euros.
• Morgedal latex mattress from Ikea: Apart from a few cotton components, this mattress is also made of synthetic latex (polyether). Also included are polypropylene and polyester. Available ** in Ikea online shop. Price: approx. 150 euros.

Test winner Öko-Test 2013

• In the practical exam by Öko-Test from 2013, the mattresses cut Elza Forma Pur Medium and Sembella Belair Clima Natural Version Lana with a rating of 1.8.
• The Allnatura Supra-Comfort natural latex (purchase online ** at Allnatura) achieved a similarly high result with a score of 1.9. At around 590 euros (for 90 × 200 cm) it is relatively expensive, but also particularly harmless.
• At the Stiftung Warentest could same Allnatura mattress Also convince in issue 10/2018 with the grade “good” (2.2).
• More information in Individual retrieval of the test from Öko-Test as PDF (subject to a charge).

The “climate” reference of Allnatura mattress** is the only one made from certified organic cotton. The cover of almost all mattresses is criticized, as it is often quite hard and reduces the effectiveness of the mattress core.

Tips for buying mattresses

In addition to the test result, you should consider your personal feelings when buying a new mattress. Since the requirements for a mattress are very individual, you should buy a mattress before buying it definitely try it!

Depending on weight and stature, a mattress can be softer or harder. For people with broad shoulders or a large pelvis, the ability to adapt in the corresponding zones is particularly important: a mattress that adapts to the shape of the body supports blood circulation as the tissue is less exposed to pressure.

Care tips for your mattress

1. In order to be able to use your mattress as long as possible, you should take good care of it. Mold growth You can prevent this by regularly turning or airing the mattress. Then you need yours Also, do not dispose of the mattress too early.
2. What to look out for when you’re under a House dust mite allergy we will tell you in another article.

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