Origin Hybrid Plus mattress review: is this affordable customisable bed actually worth it?

Less than a decade since its founding, Origin has made waves in the bed-in-a-box space in eight countries, including Australia. I've already had the opportunity to test the brand's cheapest offering offering in my Origin Hybrid Mattress review, while another colleague loved the most premium option in his Origin LumbarCloud review.

In 2025, the company launched its newest mattress, the Origin Hybrid Plus, a mid-range option that offers adjustable comfort by adding a flippable firmness layer to the mix. The Hybrid Plus also comes with a removable cover — a feature that the brand's other mattresses don’t include. Throw in a relatively affordable price tag and Origin's Hybrid Plus stands out as a tempting alternative to other hybrid mattresses.

With experience reviewing both the Origin Hybrid and the Onebed Original last year, I was well placed to see how the new Hybrid Plus held up against its siblings and similar competitors. I slept on it for three months to find out just how comfy it is.

Origin Hybrid Plus Mattress review in brief

• 8-layer hybrid foam and coil mattress
• Lengthy 15-year warranty and standard 120-night trial
• Relatively affordable for a customisable mattress

Choosing the right mattress can be extremely difficult. Everyone has their own sleeping preference, meaning something that suits one person may not be to another’s liking. And that sentiment holds for the Origin Hybrid Plus.

With four mattresses in its range, the Hybrid Plus is Origin's second cheapest bed. At full price, it doesn't come across as 'cheap', but I can't recall it ever being sold at full price — it's been around 40% off since its launch in 2025 — and that makes it a compelling alternative to other hybrid mattresses. Customers also benefit from a generous 15-year warranty, a 120-night trial period, and free delivery within 2-8 business days for metro areas, though rural customers may incur an extra delivery fee.

Design wise, the Hybrid Plus is an eight-layer hybrid mattress with a 29cm profile. It features a cooling Tencel cover, Australian wool for moisture control, plush cushioning fibres, and Origin’s signature HexaGrid layer for airflow and support. Beneath this are graphite recovery foam and cooling foam layers, followed by pocketed ErgoCoil springs and what Origin claims is reinforced edge support (more on this later). Together, these layers aim to provide temperature regulation, spinal alignment and reduced partner disturbance.

The flippable firmness insert offers a medium-firm and a firm side, but the difference between the two is subtle. Firmness is rated by Origin as medium-firm (6.5-8/10), though I found it closer to the firmer end of the scale. Back and stomach sleepers are likely to appreciate the strong support and spinal alignment, while some side sleepers — particularly those who prefer plush mattresses — may find it too firm around the shoulders and hips.

In performance testing, the Hybrid Plus excelled in motion isolation and temperature regulation. It performed well at minimising partner disturbance and stayed impressively cool even during warm nights. Setup was straightforward, though inserting the removable firmness layer required removing the mattress cover entirely. Off-gassing was a downside, with a noticeable smell lasting up to 10 days, but all materials used in construction are CertiPUR-US and OEKO-TEX certified, so they're free of harmful substances.

Edge support was one of the weaker points. While sleeping near the edge was fine, sitting on the corners caused significant compression, which could be an issue for those with mobility concerns. Durability, however, showed no issues during testing, supported by solid construction and the long warranty.

Overall, the Origin Hybrid Plus is a well-priced (when discounted of course), supportive hybrid mattress best suited to back sleepers who prefer a firmer feel, but other users who prefer a firmer bed might appreciate it as well. While edge support and firmness may not suit everyone, its cooling performance, motion isolation, long trial period and strong warranty make it a compelling option in the hybrid bed space.

Origin Hybrid Plus review: price, delivery and deals

• Impressive 15-year warranty
• 120-day trial period
• Free delivery within 2-8 business days for metro areas

As I've already mentioned earlier in this review, the Hybrid Plus is Origin's second-cheapest mattress, but it doesn't come across as affordable at full price. In fact, since I began my testing towards the end of 2025, the price has gone up, with the queen size listed at AU$1,510 from the previous AU$1,380 RRP. However, it's had 40% off since it was launched, so you can get a queen-sized mattress for under a grand.

That's not a bad price at all for a hybrid mattress featuring a removable cover and flippable firmness layer — although it may not suit everyone as it sleeps on the firmer end of the scale even on its softer side.

For this review, Origin also supplied two complimentary Coolmax Latex pillows as part of an ongoing promotion. The pillows typically retail for over AU$200 each, but are also usually discounted, and can be added to your order alongside the mattress. Furthermore, the brand also supplied the Origin Timber Wooden bedframe for this review, which costs AU$1,429 for the queen at full price but, again, discounts are always available.

All Origin mattresses come with an impressive 15-year warranty, which exceeds the standard 10 years. Additionally, there’s a 120-night trial period, surpassing the typical 100 nights offered by most bed-in-a-box brands. Ecosa and Valmori are two other brands that offer similar warranties across their ranges, while Onebed matches it on select mattresses. Only Yinahla offers a longer 20-year warranty, which is expected from a premium (not boxed) mattress.

View the Origin Hybrid Plus at Origin

As with many mattress brands in Australia, Origin also has a lot of regular sales on its site. I would recommend keeping an eye on the price of the Origin Hybrid Plus when the big sales come around, including EOFY and Black Friday. On average, though, you'll see anywhere between 30% to 50% off on Origin mattresses through the year.

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Delivery from Origin was standard and took three days to arrive at my address in metro Sydney after processing. Delivery times may vary depending on your location, but the brand guarantees free delivery within 2-8 business days for any mattress purchase, with next-day delivery available if your order is placed before 1pm Eastern time.

If you're outside the brand's metro delivery zone, expect your order within 3-8 business days. There’s a disclaimer on the Origin website noting that rural and regional customers might need to pay an extra AU$175 for delivery to cover 'transportation costs'.

Origin doesn't have a showroom or warehouse for customers to try mattresses before buying. However, a 120-day money-back guarantee is offered if you're not satisfied. You can organise a free collection within metro areas, but a fee may apply for rural residents. All returned mattresses are donated to The Salvation Army in Australia, so your return not only helps a good cause but also keeps waste out of landfill.

Origin Hybrid Plus review: design and materials

• Eight-layer hybrid mattress
• Removable firmness layer
• 29cm thickness

Where the top-of-the-range Origin LumbarCloud mattress has nine layers, the Hybrid Plus has eight. So it's not really missing much within its structure and, given its discounted price, means there could well be better value here, especially if you don't like plush beds.

Each layer is made from different materials to enhance your overall comfort and support. The top fabric is a removable Tencel cover made from sustainably sourced wood pulp, and is cooling to the touch.

The second is the PureWool Climate layer made from Australian wool, which provides natural moisture-wicking properties that also help in temperature regulation. Directly underneath this is microfibre plush cushioning fill, which is designed to keep you snug and comfortable, no matter what position you sleep in, although it shouldn't be confused with adding 'plushness'.

The fill is supported by a specialised HexaGrid layer below it, which is made from a blend of polymers and cooling gels and acts as the firm layer in the flippable insert. As the name suggests, this layer is designed as a grid to maximise breathability throughout the mattress without compromising overall support. In fact, it’s a layer used throughout the Origin mattress range, including in its premium LumbarCloud model.

Beneath the HexaGrid is the Graphite recovery foam, which is the medium-firm side of the insert. Paired with the AlignFlex cooling foam layer underneath, these are both key layers for temperature regulation and cushioning movement. I found this worked just as described, providing excellent breathability that kept my husband and me cool all night long through Sydney's summer months.

After the foam layers come the coils. More specifically, the brand's ErgoCoil system, which has precision pocket springs that help align your spine and minimise partner disturbance. And finally, the last layer is the reinforced edge support perimeter that helps add durability and prevent sagging.

Origin Hybrid Plus review: Firmness and comfort

• Rated as medium firm (6.5-8 out of 10) by the manufacturer
• Tom's Guide firmness rating of 7-8 out of 10
• Adjustable firmness makes little difference

Origin rates its Hybrid Plus mattress a 6.5-8 out of 10 on its firmness scale, which makes it a medium on the softer side and firm on the harder. However, I found the mattress firmer than its claim and would rate it a 7 out of 10 for the medium-firm side and 8 for the firm side, with 10 being extra firm on our Tom's Guide scale.

The mattress is soft to the touch, though, thanks to the Tencel cover, and has enough support to keep you from fully sinking into it. The two reviewers who tested this Origin Hybrid Plus mattress — my husband and myself — prefer different sleeping positions but typically like medium-soft firmness.

As a side/stomach sleeper, I found the Origin Hybrid Plus to be much firmer than I prefer. I found that the top foam layers just didn’t mould around my body enough to completely eliminate the pressure points at the bony areas of my shoulders and hips when on my side. Flipping onto my stomach was comfortable on the medium-firm layer, but not so much on the firm side.

On the other hand, my back-sleeping partner didn't mind the firm side and found it was comfortable to stay in one position for long periods. That said, he much preferred the medium-firm side most nights, but found very little difference in support offered on either side.

Its firmness, though, did help minimise motion transfer and we barely felt any movement through the night.

• Support & comfort score: 3.5 / 5

Origin Hybrid Plus review: performance

• Minimal motion transfer
• Poor edge support
• Overall firmness may not suit everyone

Dissecting a mattress's comfort is often very subjective. On the other hand, performance metrics are much more quantifiable. I've tested all the important factors here — i.e. setup, off-gassing, pressure relief, edge support, temperature regulation, durability and motion transfer — to provide a better understanding of the Origin Hybrid Plus mattress, and how it may improve your sleep experience.

Do note, though, that when trialling a new mattress, many bed brands recommend sleeping on it for at least a month before making any decisions. This is because it takes time for your body to adjust to a new mattress, even one of similar firmness as before, and what may feel uncomfortable at first might be much more comfortable after a few weeks have passed. It also takes time for the mattress to 'break in', so to speak.

All the metrics below have been scored after a period of three months for this review.

Setup

Score: 5 / 5

The queen-sized Origin Hybrid Plus mattress, as reviewed here, comes in a large, wheeled box. Weighing 37kg, the mattress is lighter than many other similarly sized alternatives that typically tip the scales at around 40-50kg. I managed to unbox it on my own — although it ships in two cartons — but it would have been a little easier if I had an extra pair of hands.

The Origin Hybrid Plus comes vacuum-sealed and shrink-wrapped. I used the supplied box cutter to slice the plastic cover open after placing the rolled package in position on my bed frame, letting it expand on its own.

Alongside the mattress box, there's an extra, smaller box that houses the flippable firmness layer. In a similar vein, it is shrink-wrapped and vacuum sealed, needing time to fully expand.

It took about 18 hours for both the mattress and the insert layer to fully inflate, and Origin does suggest you allow for a full 24 hours for this process to take place before sleeping on the mattress. This may not be ideal for many users as you would have disposed off your old mattress or may not have enough floor space for the inflating to take place elsewhere in your home.

I found it cumbersome to insert the firmness layer the first time, as I had to remove the entire mattress cover to place it in. That said, my previous review mattress had the layer already inside the mattress before unboxing, so my experience was a little jaded by the inconvenience.

Much like the Hybrid, the Hybrid Plus has two robust handles on either side of the mattress, making it super easy to move and rotate. The Hybrid Plus measures 29cm deep, so it's perfect for most standard fitted sheets. If you choose to use a mattress topper for extra plushness, you may want to consider sheets with larger pockets, as the height of the mattress will, of course, increase.

Off-gassing

Score: 2 / 5

Most bed-in-a-box mattresses will require a process called off-gassing. As soon as you cut into the plastic wrapping, gases produced during the foam manufacturing process escape the rolled-up bed, causing a rather distinct (and somewhat unpleasant) smell while the mattress expands.

It can take a few hours for the process to finish, and it's recommended that you allow at least 4-5 hours for off-gassing to occur in a well-ventilated room before you start using the mattress.

Much like what happened during my Origin Hybrid review, the off-gassing smell was rather potent, lasting a full 10 days after opening. Even though I would open the doors and windows in the room, it took a while for the scent to fully disappear.

The smell wasn't as noticeable when sheets were on the mattress or while sleeping on it during that timeframe. This issue also impacted my colleague similarly, who reviewed the Origin LumbarCloud. In his experience, the scent was still "readily apparent" after seven days, even when standing a few metres away. After a full 10 days, the scent disappeared completely.

After the odour had completely dispersed, there was little to no smell coming from the mattress, even without a sheet. Considering the Origin Hybrid Plus is both CertiPUR-US and OEKO-TEX certified, the foams and fabrics are free from harmful substances, so then long-lasting off-gassing smell isn't anything to worry about, but it may make being in the room unpleasant.

Pressure relief

Score: 3.5 / 5

Two reviewers of different height, weight and preferred sleeping positions slept on the mattress during the testing period. Neither of us had any noticeable aches and pains when sleeping on it throughout that time.

The Origin Hybrid Plus was designed with ergonomic spring support, and that proved comfortable for our back sleeper. The mattress did a commendable job of cradling their pressure points around their lower back and shoulders, and they didn't find themselves sinking into the foam layers after an extended period of time.

For me, on the other hand, as a stomach/side sleeper, I didn't enjoy my experience as much. I found it uncomfortable to sleep on my front using the firm side of the mattress, and only felt true relief if I turned on my side. I much preferred the medium-firm side in these instances, as it seemed to ease more tension on my lower back and shoulders with plenty of sinkage. I was able to keep a straight spine when side sleeping, but I did find the mattress to be a bit too firm to sleep comfortably in one position for long periods.

Overall, we both found the mattress to be firmer than we’d prefer, although it performed well in giving us some decent pressure relief in specific sleeping positions.

Temperature regulation

Score: 5 / 5

Aside from the impressive motion transfer, the Origin Hybrid Plus excelled in temperature regulation. I wasn't the most surprised by this — I had a similar experience with the Origin Hybrid — but I was delighted nonetheless to have the Plus perform just as well, if not better than the Hybrid.

I'm sure this all comes down to the graphite and cooling foam layers, which allow internal air to stay cool and well circulated, but we had no issues keeping cool on the hottest of summer nights in Sydney. The Tencel cover constantly kept the surface of the mattress cool and helped wick moisture away.

Edge support

Score: 2.5 / 5

Despite having a dedicated EdgeGuard reinforced layer, the edge support on the Hybrid Plus didn't quite live up to my expectations. Sure, it was sturdier than the Origin Hybrid mattress, but it still didn't hold up in my edge support tests.

Using a digital force gauge, I conducted a comparative test between the middle of the mattress, 10cm from the side and the corners. In the middle of the mattress, 50N (5.1kg of force) sank 4cm. Approximately 10cm from the side, the same force sank 5.5cm, and the corner of the mattress sank 7cm. Overall, this indicates that while the Hybrid Plus has foam designed to provide extra edge support, it's still noticeably softer towards the edge.

Comparatively, the same 50N test on a mattress with excellent edge support will show very similar depth results across the entire surface, or in the middle and sides.

As for everyday use, I had no issues sleeping right up to the edges of the mattress; however, when sitting on the edges or corners, there was a rather significant compression, which did make me feel like I would slip right off. The compression was so significant that sitting on the corner of the mattress became uncomfortable after only 30 minutes. Though this is a subjective measure, it may be worth considering a bed with stronger, more defined edge support if you have mobility issues, as you may struggle to sit comfortably on or get in and out of bed.

Motion transfer

Score: 5 / 5

The Origin Hybrid Plus' eight layers — including the flippable firmness layer — work well together to totally minimise movement when sleeping next to a restless partner.

Neither my husband nor our 20kg dog was disturbed when I, a self-proclaimed frequent tosser, invariably moved and changed positions throughout the night. And despite being totally removable, the top cover is snugly fitted with its reinforced zip, so there isn't any tugging of fabric to disturb light sleepers. The sheets and blankets, on the other hand, are a different story altogether.

Durability

Score: 5 / 5

Throughout the review, the Origin Hybrid Plus didn't show any signs of wear and tear or sagging. That said, a mere three months isn't that long in the typical lifespan of a mattress, but Origin has confidence in its lineup as evidenced by lengthy 15-year warranties across the range — and I highly doubt most users will need to claim that warranty on the Hybrid Plus.

The mattress also comes with two firm handles on either side, stitched on with robust thread, and there's no chance of ripping or pulling in sight. The quality of the mattress fabric and cover was exceptional, too, and the reinforced zip gave me much confidence that the cover would be more than fine to remove and wash if needed without impacting its shape.

During my testing, I rotated, flipped and stood the mattress up to test how the layers flexed and moved. It held up rather well through all this, being stable and well attached. I didn't find any areas of concern in the springs or indentations at the end of my testing period.

Origin Hybrid Plus review: user reviews

As we often mention in our mattress reviews, the best choice for you depends entirely on your personal sleep experience. Something we recommend might not suit you, so to broaden the scope of the review, we usually include what other users have to say, particularly from Product Review, Australia's most popular customer review site.

Despite being a new product to market, the Origin Hybrid Plus mattress has mostly positive comments, with a 4.7 out of 5-star rating over 130 reviews at the time of writing. Most customers commended the price, material quality and overall comfort that the mattress provides. Some customers weren't thrilled with the lack of communication about delivery timeframes, but this may not be the case for everyone.

There is some debate over the firmness level, with the majority of reviews (79) suggesting that it is medium firm, whereas a small minority (16) refer to it as having a hard firmness. Considering it has a flippable firmness layer, it goes without saying that you'll need to take these reviews with a grain of salt.

Should I buy the Origin Hybrid Plus?

Let me make one thing clear right up front: don't pay full price for any of Origin's mattresses. They're discounted all year round and that makes the Hybrid Plus a relatively more affordable mattress.

Whether it will suit everyone is debatable — personally, I would recommend it for back sleepers, but it might suit some side and stomach sleepers who prefer harder firmness levels. If you're after a softer, more plush bed, you'll need to look elsewhere.

If cooling and motion transfer are important to you, then you can't go wrong with the Origin Hybrid Plus. The HexaGrid and other foam layers help keep things cool, proving time and again that the brand's temperature regulation is exceptional. Motion isolation is commendable as well, as the bed almost eliminates movement for little partner disturbance.

My biggest gripe here is the lack of proper edge support despite Origin claiming the side foam is reinforced. It was relatively underwhelming as the bed compresses down significantly at the corners and I'd be hesitant to recommend it to older users or anyone with mobility issues.

However, given mattress choice is still subjective, it would be remiss of me to not commend the lengthy 15-year warranty and 120-night trial that Origin offers, making it easy to try before committing to the Hybrid Plus. And it doesn't hurt that the price tag is phenomenal when discounted.

Origin Hybrid Plus review: Alternatives

When it comes to alternatives, there are a few to consider. It all comes down to firmness, though, as that was my biggest discrepancy while testing both the Origin Hybrid and the Origin Hybrid Plus. The closest rival to the Origin Hybrid Plus is the Eva Comfort Classic mattress, with very similar features and pricing. I've popped another alternative below as well to even out firmness measures and support.

1. Eva Comfort Classic

Type: Hybrid
Firmness (1-10): Medium firm (7.5/10)
Materials: Foam, polyester, steel
Height: 32cm
RRP: AU$900 - AU$1,300
Trial/Warranty: 100 nights / 10 years

Our reviewer gave the Eva Comfort Classic 4.5 stars in our review, as it was near perfect in our tests. The only setbacks were that it doesn't have any side handles or a removable cover. It can also be a bit heavy when changing sheets, but if you can get past that, the Comfort Classic is a true rival to the Origin Hybrid Plus.

The Eva Comfort Classic houses an impressive five zones of pocket springs, each dedicated to support and provide the ultimate comfort for all sleepers. The mattress has a similar medium-firm rating, but our reviewer found it softer than advertised. Its softness didn't compromise its support, making it a great option for stomach sleepers. It's also not as breathable as a specialty mattress designed for cooling, but the air pockets under the foam do help regulate some body heat.

Pricewise, it is very similar to the Origin, with a queen costing AU$1,200. However, according to Eva's website, you can save up to AU$275 by signing up for Eva's email marketing, bringing the price down to AU$925, but do note that Eva is one of the few Aussie brands that don't offer discounts year round.

Choose Eva if: You prefer a softer mattress
Avoid it if: You can't move a mattress by yourself

2. Onebed Original

Type: Foam
Materials: Tencel cover, proprietary foam and memory foam layers
Firmness: Tom's Guide rating of 7/10
Height: 28cm
Trial period: 125 nights
Warranty: 15 years
Price: AU$1,000 - AU$1,600

In my Onebed Original review, I gave it five stars. Seeing as the only little niggle was the lack of side handles, the Onebed Original really impressed me, as it proved to be a true medium firmness. Much like the Origin Hybrid Plus, it has a flippable firmness layer, so you can choose between medium and medium-firm comfort. The Onebed compares even down to price, costing between AU$1,000 and AU$1,600.

What surprised me the most was just how comfortable I found it, and at its price point, the Onebed Original doesn't compromise support at all. With great pressure relief, reinforced edge support and minimal motion transfer, the Onebed Original is exceptional value, rivalling the Origin Hybrid Plus with its 125-night trial and equally long 15-year warranty.

Choose Onebed if: You want customisable firmness and better edge support
Avoid it if: You prefer firmer mattresses