Tempur Pro Plus Smartcool Mattress
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- Brand
- Tempur
- Retailer
- Bensons for Beds
- Delivery time
- Good
- Customer sentiment
- Average
- Guarantee
- Excellent
About the Tempur Pro Plus Smartcool Mattress
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The Tempur Pro Plus Smartcool is led by its foam feel and cooling-cover pitch rather than by spring engineering: medium, 3 of 5, and aimed at sleepers who want pressure relief before outright firmness. Pressure relief is the headline here. Support comes from contouring and resistance through the material, not from the push-back and perimeter structure of a pocket-sprung hybrid, so the mattress is more likely to cradle shoulders and hips than hold the body on a flatter, tauter plane. That suits side sleeping better than strict back sleeping, because the shoulder needs space to sink while the lower back often benefits from firmer lumbar bracing. Smartcool is the standout feature in the name, and the owner feedback makes it clear why Tempur has put temperature front and centre: dense memory-foam-style mattresses can feel warmer than open-coil or pocket-sprung mattresses with air moving through the core. For the money, the medium tension is comfort-led rather than orthopaedic; buyers paying this much for firmer spinal control would usually be comparing with firmer hybrids or the firmer end of the premium foam category, not budget rolled foam.
Side sleepers of average build are the clearest match, especially those who have found firmer mattresses unforgiving at the shoulder or hip, and several owners describe quick relief from long-running aches along with a more settled night’s sleep. Couples get a workable compromise. Some recent buyers say the Smartcool surface keeps the bed comfortable through the night, particularly when one person likes the cosier Tempur feel and the other worries about overheating. Heat is where the feedback becomes split: the cooling claim is believable for some owners, but multiple unhappy buyers describe the mattress as very warm after a few hours, so anyone already sensitive to heat should treat Smartcool as temperature moderation rather than air-conditioned coolness. Back support is the other divided area, with early comfort turning into disappointment for some long-term owners who felt the foam stopped giving enough lumbar resistance; that complaint lines up with the medium, contouring build and matters most for back sleepers wanting a flatter, firmer platform. The odour complaints are harder to dismiss. A recurring pain point is strong chemical smell after delivery, including reports from asthma sufferers that the bedroom became difficult to use, which goes beyond ordinary new-mattress freshness. The sensible buyer is a side-sleeping or mixed-position adult who likes the enveloping Tempur feel and wants pressure relief with some cooling help; persistent back-pain sufferers, very heat-sensitive sleepers and those wanting firm, spring-driven support are better served by a firmer pocket-sprung hybrid or the firmer premium-foam tier.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Provides excellent support for back pain relief according to multiple users
- Regulates temperature well, ensuring consistent comfort throughout the night
- Helps with sleep quality by promoting restful sleep for various sleeping positions
- High-quality materials justify the investment based on feedback about durability
Cons
- Some users experience inadequate support leading to back pain after a few months
- Chemical smell upon arrival has been reported, affecting indoor air quality
- Users with heat sensitivity find the mattress retains heat instead of staying cool
- Fitted sheets may not stay in place on the mattress due to its cover design
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Monika Sharma, Senior Editor
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Specifications
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TEMPUR® Advanced material –provides our best ever pressure relief* across your body for comfort and support on a whole new level
Slow-recovery foam compresses under heavier areas and rebounds gradually, spreading load across the surface and reducing sharp digging at the shoulder or hip. Hot sleepers may prefer a more open, spring-led build.
TEMPUR Adapt® material –deeper layer of original TEMPUR® Material for more conforming support, now more resilient and long lasting, adapts to your body and relieves pressure
Slow-sinking foam moulds around heavier points, reducing hip pinch. Because it hugs closely, restless sleepers may find turning takes extra effort, and anyone after a springier surface should look elsewhere.
TEMPUR Durabase™ technology –works with the upper mattress layers ensuring long lasting comfort and support
Base foam beneath the sleep surface spreads pressure and keeps the softer layers steadier because your weight is not landing straight on one thin section. It won't soften a mattress that is already too hard.
* Based on internal tests comparing TEMPUR® Original with TEMPUR® Advanced Material, carried out by Dan-Foam ApS between May 2022 – March 2023.
Foam samples are compressed beside an earlier version to indicate whether the newer layer changes how pressure is spread under your shoulders and hips. Lab results don't replace trying the mattress at home.
TEMPUR® Dynamic Support Technology –working together with TEMPUR® Material, this layer provides additional support plus extra ease of movement
Foam beneath the upper comfort layers pushes back when weight shifts, helping you turn over without feeling trapped in the surface. People after deep sink may prefer a slower, softer foam feel.
Free 10 year guarantee –for peace of mind?
Fault cover means a qualifying sag or failed seam should be handled without a fresh mattress bill, making longer ownership feel less risky. Spills and comfort changes may sit outside the cover.
Mattress height –25cm
Higher foam raises the top surface above the bed frame, because extra material sits over the base, while getting out involves a smaller drop. Standard sheets may pull tighter at the corners.
Easy care –no turn mattress, simply rotate regularly, in line with the care guide instructions
One sleep face stays uppermost, sparing you the awkward flip. Care means moving it end to end on schedule, because the same areas can settle faster when left under nightly pressure.
Comfort rating –Soft, Medium, Medium/Firm and Firm
Firmness choice changes how deeply your body sinks. Pick too cushioned and your hips may dip, while too resistant can leave pressure building where you press into the mattress.
QuickRefresh™ zip-off top cover –machine washable at 40°C keeps it feeling fresh and cool, night after night
Removable top panel lets you wash the sleep surface at 40°C, helping clear sweat and skin oils before they sit under the sheet. It won't make a warm room sleep cold.
TEMPUR Pro® SmartCool™ Cover –innovative Cool-to-the-touch SmartCool Technology™ helps to absorb excess body heat, keeping you feeling cool and fresh
Cover fabric pulls warmth from your skin, leaving the surface cooler at first touch and less clammy as you settle. Heavy bedding can overwhelm that cooling effect.
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