Check today’s Saatva price →<\/a>\n<\/div>\nWhat is the Simba Cot Bed mattress?<\/h2>\n
The Simba Cot Bed mattress is a hybrid model built for cot beds, covering newborns through to age three. The brand lists a cot size of W70 by L140 by D10 cm, a total of 8 layers at a 10cm depth, and a double-sided design: a firm baby side and a toddler side with Aerocoil spring support. It is certified to BS EN 16890, which covers flatness, firmness and consistency of fit.<\/p>\n
According to the official specifications, the baby side is a thick layer of firm Simba Renew fibre providing a flat, firm support surface for babies up to 12 months old. The toddler side combines a responsive Aerocoil spring layer with medium and cushioning layers of Simba Renew. The brand positions the mattress as useful across both stages rather than a single-stage purchase, which is the core of its value argument.<\/p>\n
Who should buy the Simba Cot Bed?<\/h2>\n
Buy the Simba Cot Bed if you want one mattress to cover the newborn and toddler years without a second purchase. It suits parents who value a firm, certified baby surface, then a spring-supported toddler side, all at a listed price of \u00a3249 with a 2-year guarantee. Skip it if you need a longer guarantee, a trial period, or a UK single size for a standard cot.<\/p>\n
The documented facts show three points that matter to this buyer. First, the double-sided structure means you flip the mattress when the child moves from baby to toddler, so the same product stays in use. Second, the Aerocoil layer is specified as 648 conical pocketed springs of 20mm, made with high carbon steel and manufactured in Leeds, enclosed in a polypropylene pocket. Third, the Simba Renew comfort material is made from recycled plastic fibres, with three layers of different densities to set firmness for each stage.<\/p>\n
Who should buy the Simba Cot Bed, and who should not: parents of a newborn or toddler who want a certified, double-sided cot bed mattress with a 2-year guarantee and a listed price of \u00a3249 should consider it. Those who want a trial period, a guarantee longer than 2 years, or a mattress sized for a UK single cot should check the official page for alternatives before buying. The brand lists finance options, including 0% APR for 2 years on orders of \u00a32,000 or more and 1 year 0% APR under \u00a32,000, plus 13.9% APR representative on plans of up to 4 years.<\/p>\n
What does the construction look like, layer by layer?<\/h2>\n
The brand lists 8 layers at a 10cm depth, split across two sleeping surfaces. The baby side is one layer of 50mm density Simba Renew, heat-treated for correct firmness and density. The toddler side is two layers of Simba Renew, 15mm density of soft fleecy fibre and 15mm density of medium fibre, sitting over the Aerocoil spring layer. The core is described as water-resistant.<\/p>\n
The Aerocoil specification is detailed: 648 conical pocketed springs of 20mm, high carbon steel, made in Leeds, in polypropylene pockets. The brand states these springs alternate between softer and firmer units to respond to a growing child, with firmer springs around the edges to stop dipping and add stability when a toddler plays or stands. Simba Renew is described as recycled plastic fibre combed into airy comfort layers, and the brand notes CertiPUR foam use and recycled materials where possible.<\/p>\n
How firm is each side?<\/h2>\n
The baby side is specified as flat and firm for babies up to 12 months, meeting the flatness and firmness requirements of BS EN 16890. The toddler side is described as medium-firm at the core with a softer cushioning layer above it, for children aged 1 to 3 years. The brand does not publish a numeric firmness rating for either side, so treat the descriptions as the documented guidance.<\/p>\n
For a buyer, the practical reading is this: the baby surface is the one that matters for safety compliance, and the certification is the fact to check on the official page. The toddler side is a comfort and support upgrade rather than a safety-rated surface. If your child is close to the 12-month mark, the flip point is the moment the spring layer starts doing the work the brand describes.<\/p>\n
Does it handle cooling and motion?<\/h2>\n
The documented facts do not cover temperature regulation or motion transfer for this model. The brand describes Simba Renew as airy comfort layers and notes a water-resistant core, but publishes no cooling claims, no motion isolation rating and no test results for either. Parents who are comparing options should check the official product page for any updated statements on breathability before deciding.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
What about edge support and durability?<\/h2>\n
Edge support is addressed in one specific claim: the brand states there are firmer springs around the edges of the Aerocoil layer to stop dipping and give stability as a toddler plays or stands. Beyond that, the dossier does not include durability testing, sag figures or long-term wear data. The stated warranty period is 2 years against manufacturing faults.<\/p>\n
Buyers should check the official page for the current guarantee wording and what it covers, since a 2-year term is shorter than many adult mattress warranties. For a product used across two developmental stages, that term is the number to weigh against the \u00a3249 price.<\/p>\n
Is it certified and safe?<\/h2>\n
Yes, the brand states the mattress is certified to BS EN 16890, meeting required safety regulations including correct flatness and firmness and consistency of fit. The brand also notes CertiPUR foam use and recycled materials where possible. These are the documented safety facts; no additional certifications appear in the dossier.<\/p>\n
For a nursery purchase, the certification is the single most useful line on the page. Parents should confirm the certificate reference on the official listing and check that the mattress fits the cot bed frame correctly, since consistency of fit is part of the standard the brand cites.<\/p>\n
What does the Simba Cot Bed cost?<\/h2>\n
The brand lists the Cot Bed mattress at a total of \u00a3249, with a monthly figure of \u00a320.75 shown alongside it. The cot size is W70 by L140 by D10 cm. Finance is described as 0% APR for 2 years on orders of \u00a32,000 or more, 1 year 0% APR under \u00a32,000, and 13.9% APR representative on plans of up to 4 years. Check the current price on the official site, as listed figures can change.<\/p>\n
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