Eva vs. Koala
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Eva
Eva Mattress™ is a hybrid mattress in a box that features micro-coils, pocket springs, and gel memory foam. This combination of materials for a surprisingly low price is one of the reasons that the experts are shouting Eva's praises. In terms of the feel, it runs firmer than other common all-foam mattresses in a box, which is great for some but not preferred by others.
Koala
The Koala mattress is one of the most popular mattresses in Australia. They were one of the early companies to revolutionise the direct-to-consumer mattress in the box space in the country. They have optimised their mattress designs over the years with 3 well-rated foam mattresses to choose from. Buyers mostly have good things to say for the brand with select negative feedback mostly mentioning delivery and long-term feel mishaps.
Based on our aggregated reviews and our scoring method, we recommend Koala in this match up!
Mattress Score
Overall Score:
Eva: 9.1/10
Koala: 9.4/10
Customer Satisfaction:
Eva: 9.2/10
Koala: 9.4/10
Price Value:
Eva: 9.2/10
Koala: 9.2/10
No Back Pain:
Eva: 9.2/10
Koala: 9.3/10
Price:
Eva: $700-$1000
Koala: $750-$2950
Eva:
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Koala:
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Eva's Owner Satisfaction
Reviews can be a helpful way to find out if a new mattress is going to fit your needs. They do a great job uncovering shortcomings and demonstrating good selling points. However, trying to find the perfect brand for you by wading through all of the reviews isn't always easy. But, with the data from customer feedback and reviews both overall and recently -- customers are some of the most pleased with these mattresses.
Eva's Supportiveness
Having good support can make or break your night's sleep, and these mattresses are fabulous at providing support. Although you may think this means more firmness, supportive mattresses can also be medium or soft in firmness. The essential quality is whether it supports the spine or if it causes curvature in your body. These mattresses are some of the best at providing good support for sleepers.
Edge Support
Do you want to sit on the side of the mattress comfortably? These mattresses are great at providing a comfortable seating ledge on the edge of the mattress.
Bowling Ball & Density Tests
Many reviewers like measuring mattress firmness by resting a bowling ball on the surface. Support across the mattress that matches a comfortable and supportive sleeping surface for your body is the most important thing to see. These mattresses offer consistency and even density so you can feel comfortable if you have wide shoulders or hips.
Eva's Durability
Like all technology, we as customers want products that will last. Sadly, with the current industry disruption that drives prices lower, expectations of quality changes. Even our clothing and bedding doesn't last as long as it used to. That said, the customer feedback data shows that these mattresses are some of the most durable. Based on that and current averages, these mattresses should last a minimum of 7 - 12 years for most sleepers. Also, if you the mattress doesn't work for your body in the short term, you could get a refund because of the trial policy.
Koala's Owner Satisfaction
These mattresses are provided great scores from sleepers versus others, which means when we evaluated current customer sentiment data from across the net, these mattresses ranked very well. This is a great place to start in figuring out if one of these mattresses will fit your needs -- read on for more specifics.
Koala's Supportiveness
Mattress support is the most important thing to maintain a healthy back while you sleep. You want a mattress that makes you feel refreshed and doesn't cause back aches. Reviewers describe these mattresses as well supportive.
Edge Support
Edge support is always important to those that want to lay close to the edge of the mattress, desire sitting on the edge, or have mobility issues. These mattresses are supportive along the edges and don't suffer from too much contouring versus the center.
Bowling Ball & Density Tests
Popular among reviewers, the bowling ball test does a good job showing if a mattress is firm and its evenness of support. If a mattress isn't even in its support, some may find the mattress uncomfortable. However, these mattresses do a good job providing even support for sleepers.
Koala's Durability
In terms of durability, these mattresses are quite competitive versus the competition. Having a durable mattress can mean comfortable sleep for years while one that degrades fast can mean unhappiness and money lost. These mattresses will last up to a decade, which is good for mattresses today. Those that are heavier in body type may experience a slighy decrease in longevity.
Browse Eva Customer Reviews
Eva Mattress
Have had our Eva Mattress for a couple of weeks now and we both love it, the most comfortable mattress we have ever slept on, have spent $1000's of dollars over the years looking for this level of comfort, so easy to set up and so beautiful to sleep on, I will never go anywhere else, my husband was the one who suggested we buy it, I thought he was a bit crazy buying something so important without us trying it out, but the 120 day trial was an incentive, guess what? It's not going back Thanks Eva Mattress Team Kind Regards Tina and Peter Lentfer
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Eva mattress
Amazing!! Cannot stop raving about it. Very comfortable and great excellent quality. Having great night sleep and cannot fault it in any way. Service has been fantastic too! Thank you
Great mattress!
We're really impressed. Decided a spring mattress was the best mattress in a box option for us, and this is excellent. Great value for money and a very comfortable firm sleep.
Well Worth the $$$
This is the 2nd mattress we have bought from Eva and we can’t be happier. Very comfortable and we look forward to more restful nights.
Great mattress
This mattress is a real bargain. I previously shared a $10,000 mattress which was absolute heaven. But I left my partner and I needed something quick and cheap for my new apartment. I'd say it's 80% as good as the $10,000 mattress. It's the perfect balance between hard and soft. Combined with a memory foam pillow, I still sleep like a baby. Highly recommended.
I've had my Eva mattress
I've had my Eva mattress for several weeks now and I'm slowly getting use to it. I'm saying that because my previous mattress was extremely soft in comparison to this new one. The delivery process and the price are both right but I find the mattress too firm. Hopefully it will get better throughout the years.
so far so good
We have had the Eva mattress for about 2 Months now, so far it has been very good. Only negative is it doesn't have a removable cover, apart from that we have been very impressed.
Super comfortable
We were so excited to recieve and unpack our Eva mattress we still can't believe how comfortable it is, our old mattress caused us constant restlessness and was literally so uncomfortable it woke us up several times a night. It is such a welcome relief and so comfy that I want to go to bed early everynight. Great value for money, I highly recommend it if you are looking for a new mattress.
Exceptional mattresses. 100% would recommend
The Queen Eva mattress was exceptional quality. I’ve never had a more perfect mattress. At an affordable price as well.
Mint
I'm pretty tall and find it hard to find a mattress that doesn't cripple me by the morning. My brother said he got a mattress called Eva and said it's the comfiest thing he's slept on. I checked em out and the reviews spoke for themselves. I bought one and havnt looked back yet. No more rekt backs. Love it. 100% recommend.
King mattress
Very happy with this mattress and great customer service.
Great service, great mattress
Super service from Eva, and even better mattress - very happy!
Fantastic Bed
I don't know why we didn't buy this bed sooner! It's so supportive and very comfortable. I'm having difficulty waking up in the mornings now because my bed is so great!!! It's not too firm but gives enough support.
Queen size mattress
Such an easy way to buy an excellent mattress, very happy
Great mattress!! Disappointed and frustrated
Great mattress!! Disappointed and frustrated by the courier. Shipping company didn’t contact me 30min before arrival, they just turned up and expected me to be there, which didn’t give me any warning. I was bike riding home from uni and my housemate was waiting around to take the delivery for me and then she had to go out. There was a window of 10min between her leaving and me arriving home when no one as at home and the courier arrived within that 10min. If I had of been given a 30min warning it would have helped with the logistics
Extremely comfy especially given the price
Past I've only had the bed a couple of weeks comma I can't complain about the quality Moore the comfort especially considering how much I paid. I'm using a slat bed with no base and I bought a double size it is extremely comfy and my back no longer hurts when I rise in the morning. Would definitely comma and definitely have recommended this bed to others
Queen size matteress
I appreciated it being rolled in the house as I live in a remote WA town. It was easy to unroll and watch it fold out. Thank you for the free delivery that certainly helps. Undoubtedly I am having a better nights sleep. Difficult to explain. I fall asleep almost immediately and wake up. I do recommend Eva mattresses. Elizabeth Aberline
Love my Eva Mattress
Have been sleeping on my Eva mattress for a month now and I am still in love with it. It is firm yet feels like I am sleeping on a cloud. Have had many store bought expensive mattresses in the past which feel great when you try them out for 10 minutes in store then get them home and they feel totally different and you cannot return them. I did my homework and researched many different mattress in a box options and even tested a couple that were on display in various stores. With the 100 nights trial that Eva offers and the reasonable price, it was a no brainer.
Fantastic purchase
Buying online can be a bit daunting…but the Eva Mattress didn’t disappoint me. Its like sleeping on a cloud with spinal support and I wake up feeling fresh and recharged. Thanks Eva!
Queen size Mattress
I brought this for my parents a couple months ago and they were very skeptic about a “bed in a box”. They were had the same spring mattress for 15+ years. After the first 2 weeks, they had to start setting an alarm clock to wake up because the mattress was soo comfy and my dads snoring is now less extreme. I definitely intend to purchase one for my whole family soon!
Excellent Mattress
I've been sleeping on the Eva mattress for about 2 months now and have no plans to return it. Having slept on a latex mattress for 10 years which offered no support for my very painful back problem and was too hot in summer. I then decided to try the Koala mattress which although was far better than the latex still did not offer much support (especially on the side) and I still found it hot. The Eva mattress is perfect in terms of support and isn't warm on hot summer days. The only reason I've taken one star off is because delivery was much slower than anticipated. Hopefully they've ironed those issues out now and also the mattress is very thick and heavy so I do struggle a little to change sheets. Otherwise its an excellent mattress and terrific value for money!
Comfortable Sleep
A little more plush than my preference, however, seems have go used to it fairly quickly and enjoying a good nights sleep every night.
Good
So far so good first night wasn't great but feels better and better everyday. Im loving it
Fantastic Mattress, terrible delivery.
I love my Eva Mattess, it’s not too firm or too soft! I have had it for about a month and so far it’s comparable to an expensive mattress. The only complain I have is the mattress is incredibly heavy. I live in a 3 storey townhouse, when the delivery guy came to drop it off, he couldn’t carry the mattress up stairs and tried to use his trolley without realising that would have ruin my wooden stairs. I ended up asking my neighbour and he carried it up stairs by himself, the delivery guy was completely useless. Make sure you have 2-3 people to move this mattress, it’s really heavy!
Very comfortable
I was waking up every morning with a sore back. I purchased the Eva mattress hoping it would help wake up pain free. I was very happy to say the next morning l did wake up pain free and have every morning since. Very comfortable mattress for the price.
Comfortable sleep
I am quite happy with my eva... the inner speings won me over. Its overall a good allrounder and we sleep well on it. The only thing is that it could be a little softer then it would be 5 stars
Comfortable
Really comfortable mattress and easy to unwrap, only complaint is that the mattress is soft and sags at the sides of the bed.
Pretty good ay
It's an alright mattress. Pretty good ayy
Cheryl Victoria
I was unsure of the mattress when it arrived but I love it now and wouldn't go back to a pillow top mattress again.Great quality and value,and helpful customer service.
Comfort Plus
Love that it came quickly and in a box The comfort is second to none Would recommend to anyone
Soft but Firm, Very Comfortable
Hi I used to get backpain when sleeping on my old bed but now that I've switched to Eva, my back has stopped hurting now :) Overall I'm very happy with the purchase. Shipping took a bit long but it when it finally arrive it was very exciting
Awesome Mattress
I cant believe we didnt do this sooner. Some of the best nights sleep we have had in a long time. With the 100 day trial you cant go wrong with giving it a go.
Exactly what we were looking for.
I am a side sleeper and this mattress is the perfect combination of medium to firm. it cups my body in the best way possible. Good work EVA, no wonder it received the best bed in a box award for 2017.
Queen mattress proved a good buy
Great sleep
Eva Mattress
Best mattress I've ever slept on! So plush yet supportive on my back. Smooth process from ordering to receiving and email enquiries were responded to efficiently.
Great mattress
Got double for kids bunk, very comfortable. Will look to get one for myself I think
Very Suprised!
I was a little sceptical about the whole mattresss in box craze going on at the moment. But I’ve had my Eva mattress now for two weeks and it’s been the best sleep I’ve had in the past 10 years. For the value, easy of delivery and pure comfort/support it’s changed my opinion quickly and I highly recommend it to everyone!
sleeping much better
I have woken up with a stiff back for the last 2 years since using a tough standard inner spring mattress. Since getting our EVA I am sleeping better and waking up without the pain. Highly recommend these mattresses and they are amazing value for money.
the Eva Mattress
This is a comfortable mattress and was received with ease .A good idea in a surprising package.Good value
Good mattress
I can recommend my friend to buy this
Browse Koala Customer Reviews
Amazing
At first it smelt funky for about 2 days but after that it was fine. It's absolutely amzing quality and comfort
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Koala mattress purchse
Excellent delivery time. I loved the option of the old mattress pickup, even though we didn’t need to use it. And now to the mattress - great to sleep on. We love it. Bye bye feeling the mattress move every time my husband turns over. Thankyou too for the stuffed koala toy - a present for my dog hehe.
Koala mattress
Wow, we love our new mattress, feel like your sleeping on a cloud. Thank-you. Nola
Amazing!!
Very comfortable!!! So worth the money! Delivery was great also
Delicious and comfy mattress
Love our new mattress it’s super comfy, firm and supportive. So happy we bought it!
Amazing
You will absolutely not regret it! Delivered on the 3rd day which was super fast for a regional area. No fuss, no issues! Best nights sleep! Well done Koala!
Great night's sleep!!
Very happy with our new mattress!! My wife doesn't complain of waking up with back pain anymore!
My new Koala.
I have now slept on the Koala for 3 nights and have found it very comfortable and supportive. For the price, I Think it is a very good buy.
King Size
King Size
Awesome
Best sleep ever
Koala king mattress
Koala king mattress
Good bed
Comfortable and quick delivery
Do it
So far so good.
Soooooo comfy!!
I ordered my mattress in the morning and it was delivered at 2pm the same day. It’s sooooo comfy and you never feel another persons movement at all. I love it
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Great
Great
Really good value
Very impressed, good value for money and a really good product
What a relief
New mattress after waaaaay too long. The Koala is just what these aching bones needed
Whats to review
Great mattress, prompt delivery,,,,always a little sceptical ordering without testing but this mattress is a beauty.
Very happy
We originally purchased the queen size mattress. We slept on in for almost 2 weeks, noticing it was 5cms shorter then our previous queen we swapped for a king. Very happy with the king and the swap was made very easy. We originally payed with afterpay, but we were able to repurchase the new mattress the same day the took the queen away and king was delivered 5 hours after ordering. Mattress took some getting used to, as any new mattress would. But all in all very happy with my purchase and the koala team were pretty helpful. Thank you
koala double matress
so far so good after 3 nights
Very comfy! Very great! Recommend.
Very comfy! Very great! Recommend.
Great!
Love the mattress - best we’ve had!
Everything.
Literally everything about this mattress was awesome. Same day delivery with tracking, the affordable price tag and the mattress itself is comfortable.. And the best part? I can't feel it when my partners gets out of bed in the morning. What more could you want!
Please come out with more items!
We bought the mattress not long ago and we love it! It's so comfy and it was so handy that it could be delivered so quick. We just bought the couch which is coming tomorrow and we can't wait to try it out. Please make a matching chaise/ottoman and maybe even some pillows!
Koala 🐨 mattress
Mattress is taking time to adjust to but we are getting there, it has just shown us how old our other mattress was. Sleeping better overall, my back pain has reduced & really loving the ‘non partner disturbance’. Only thing I feel it is missing is the ‘anti roll out’ edge on the mattress so the edge collapses when you sit on the side of your bed. Other then that the service has been great.
Very comfortable to sleep on
Very comfortable to sleep on and light and easy to manage.
Good Value
Mostly lives up to the hype. Is a nice firm piece of foam and generally performs as described, as in, limited disturbance to sleeping partner. Appears close to the suggested hard/soft balance if not a little on the hard side, might body form after a bit longer timeframe. Also appears to not quite ‘breath’ as well as suggested, as in, not quite as ‘cool’ to sleep on as expected. However, this said, it is still quite a comfortable mattress and leaves no ‘sleep pain in the morning.
Quick delivery & great service.
Quick delivery & great service. In terms of mattress, my husband thinks it’s great. I’m still getting used to it. We also get our kids to try it as we consider to get one for them as well.
Very comfortable
Very comfortable
recently purchased a Koala mattress online it was delivered within 2.5 hours
The Koala mattress is very comfortable ,and i will be keeping it forever , thankyou Koala Mattresses
Koala Mattress
I am ex infantry soldier, incomplete paraplegic and double amputee Australian Para Athlete and 50yrs old. I have had many mattress to try and sleep on. This koala mattress is the best I have ever slept on. As an athlete I train hard but as a double amputee I couldn’t sleep on my side because of no legs (=no balance). With the koala mattress I can sleep on my side again and get the best night sleep I have had in many years. I WILL NOT BE RETURNING THIS MATTRESS. Mark Urquhart
They’re not kidding about the 5 star reviews
I wasn’t skeptical, I just couldn’t see how an inexpensive mattress could actually be a game changer. But wow, I get it now. And I’m a normal, real person now giving another 5 star review. I live in Newcastle and I received my new King Sized Koala Mattress the day after I ordered it. I kept in mind it takes up to 30 days to get used to a new, supportive mattress. It’s been a week - my mind is blown, I’ve never woken up as refreshed! After 2.5 years of dating, my boyfriend and I rarely shared a bed. We’re both over 6ft and restless sleepers. We would sink into the middle of my old, too soft, queen mattress. We can both sleep soundly and comfortably on the Koala - no partner disturbance! He’s been over nearly every night for the past week! Koala.... I think you guys will be responsible for my boyfriend and I moving in together (thanks for that ;) )
Well worth it
My husband and I desperately needed a new mattress, so we figured we’d try the Koala because it was a great price, and had a trial period with a money back guarantee. I have back/hip problems and whenever I sleep on a mattress other than my own, I wake up in a lot of pain. The koala mattress arrived much faster than we thought (we live in a rural area) and was very easy to unpack. We love the removable cover and we found it very comfortable to sleep on. The first night I slept on it was the deepest sleep I’d had in a long time and I woke up with no pain! If you’re thinking about trialing the koala, just do it!
Queen mattress
Great mattress, very comfortable sleep. Delivered the next day. Will definitely buy another.
Lived up too expectations!
Read reviews and with 120 days offer we thought what have we got to lose! Ordered Wednesday arvo on our doorstep Friday afternoon and slept on that night! Love it, we were sceptical but have had great nights sleep since and I don’t even know when my partner gets up, numerous, during the night. If you’re thinking of buying a new mattress go for it.
Great service great mattress
Ordered and delivered next day. Very comfortable
Good mattress
Good mattress and very convenient to deliver in less than 24 hours. Informed every step of the way about the status of the order
Koala Matress
Bloody comfy, best matress ive ever had
Koala Queen
The process of ordering was great, and the mattress is fantastic. The only downside was the delivery company. I ordered it to be delivered in a 5-8 time slot and it came at 3:00pm. Luckily I got home from work early.