Vispring Herald Superb Mattress Review, Comparisons & Alternatives | Winstons Beds

What is the Vispring Herald Superb mattress?

The Herald Superb Vispring mattress is a premium-quality, pocket-sprung mattress that provides truly luxurious comfort and has been a part of Vi spring mattress range for some time now. The mattress boasts a unique construction that is exclusively crafted from natural fillings, including bonded British fleece wool and cotton, horsehair, and blended British fleece wool and cotton. It features the finest quality ticking and is hand-tufted with felt washers.

One of the key features of the Superb mattress is that both sides of the pocket-sprung core are identical, allowing you to sleep on either side. This mattress is exceptionally durable and is backed by an impressive 30-year guarantee.

Our independent firmness tests on the Vispring Superb Mattress, revealed a ranking of five on a scale of one to ten, where one is the firmest and ten is the softest. If you are looking for a high end, natural filled, and versatile sleeping solution, the Vispring Superb Mattress is an excellent choice.

Why choose the Winstons Shropshire over the Vispring Herald Superb mattress?

The Winstons Shropshire mattress is a superior choice compared to the Vispring Herald Superb. This high-quality mattress has more GSM of 100% natural fibres and more pocket springs, offering exceptional support and comfort. GSM measures the weight and density of fibres in a mattress, and the Shropshire’s higher GSM provides better value for money.

In addition to its superior fibres, the Shropshire has three rows of genuine hand side stitching and butterfly clips to prevent sagging at the edge of the mattress. These features offer additional support and durability compared to the Herald Superb, which only has two rows of hand side stitching.

Overall, the Winstons Shropshire mattress is a more affordable alternative to the Vispring Herald Superb. With more natural fibres, more pocket springs, and better value for money, the Shropshire is a wise investment for those seeking a high-quality mattress.

Why choose the Winstons Sherwood over the Vispring Herald Superb mattress?

When you’re in search of a new mattress, it can be overwhelming with so many options available. If you’re considering the Vispring Herald Superb, it’s worth taking a look at the Winstons Sherwood mattress. While both mattresses use the same type of spring and similar fibres, the Sherwood has more GSM of 100% natural fibres and more pocket springs, which means it offers more support and comfort than the Herald Superb.

GSM (grams per square meter) measures the weight and density of the fibres in a mattress. The higher the GSM, the more fibres the mattress contains, making it more expensive. So, if you’re comparing two mattresses with the same type of fibres, but one has a higher GSM, you’re getting better value for money by choosing the higher GSM option.

The Sherwood mattress has four rows of genuine hand-side stitching, whereas the Herald Superb has only two, but we also use butterfly clips as an extra measure to prevent sagging at the edge of the mattress. The Sherwood has a depth of approximately 32cm, opposed to the Herald Superb’s 21cm. This is because we use 3200gsm of more fibres in our mattress, which provides better support and comfort.

Both the Sherwood and Herald Superb mattresses use a satin Belgian damask for the outer cover, so there’s no difference in quality there. The Sherwood costs £525 less than the Herald Superb, but you’re getting significantly more for your money. The extra GSM of fibres and additional pocket springs make the Sherwood a better choice for those who want a high-quality, supportive, and comfortable mattress.

In summary, if you’re in the market for a new mattress and considering the Vispring Herald Superb, it’s worth taking a look at the Winstons Sherwood. The Sherwood has more natural fibres and pocket springs, which means it offers better support and comfort than the Herald Superb. With four rows of hand-side stitching and butterfly clips to prevent sagging, you can be sure the Sherwood is a quality investment.

What is the comfort level of the Vispring Herald Superb Mattress?

If you tend to sleep on your back, the Vispring Herald Superb Mattress will provide you with excellent support. While the support for side-sleepers is not as high, it is still considered acceptable.

Unlike some mattresses, the support provided by the Vispring Herald Superb Mattress does not deteriorate over time. Therefore, you can expect to receive good all-round support for years to come. Additionally, the firmness of the mattress remains constant, meaning it won’t soften over time.

If you’re someone who changes positions frequently during the night, you’ll appreciate how easy it is to roll over on this mattress. It is highly responsive to movement, allowing you to move around comfortably.

Furthermore, the breathable fabric of the Vispring Herald Superb Mattress ensures that it stays dry, even on humid nights, so you can sleep comfortably throughout the night.

Vispring Herald Superb mattress review

From reading the Vispring mattresses reviews on Trustpilot, customers are complaining about:

1. Lumpy unsupportive dips
2. Awful pains
3. Bad customer service
4.  Mattress base started to collapse
5.  Too hot

From the 14 Trustpilot Vispring Herald Superb mattress reviews we found there were:

• 4, 1 star reviews
• 1, 2 star reviews
• 9, 5 star reviews

A total of 5 out of 14 customers have expressed dissatisfaction with the Herald Superb mattress. According to some customers, Vispring commissioned an independent report from a bed technician who acknowledged the issues but concluded that they were not caused by a manufacturing fault, which prevented customers from claiming on the guarantee.

It is worth noting that the Trustpilot reviews for the Herald Superb mattress are based on a relatively small sample size of only 14 reviews. While four of these reviews were rated with one star, it’s important to keep in mind that Vispring sells thousands of mattresses per year. Therefore, the 3.7-star rating on Trustpilot may not be a completely accurate reflection of the overall performance of Vispring’s products. In fact, the relatively small number of one-star reviews could be seen as evidence of the high quality and durability of Vispring’s mattresses.

Winstons, a leading retailer of luxury mattresses and bedding, considers Vispring to be a great company and a pioneer in the industry. Vispring has a long history of producing high-quality mattresses using traditional craftsmanship. The company is committed to sustainability and is dedicated to providing customers with a comfortable and restful sleep experience.

Both Vispring and Winstons’ manufacturer have a long history of producing high-quality mattresses using traditional craftsmanship and the finest natural materials. Vispring has over 100 years of handcrafting heritage, while the artisans at Winstons’ manufacturer have over 95 years of British handcrafting heritage. Both companies pride themselves on their commitment to sustainability and their dedication to providing customers with a comfortable and restful sleep experience.

At Winstons, we believe that our single, double, king and super king mattresses are of the highest quality and offer excellent value for money. However, we understand that different customers have different needs and preferences, and we encourage everyone to do their own research and compare different brands and models in order to find the perfect mattress for their individual needs. Ultimately, it seems that Vispring’s reputation for producing high-quality products is well-deserved, and the occasional negative review should be taken with a grain of salt.

(Note: This review information was collected from Trustpilot on 6/3/23.)

Vispring Herald Superb mattress composition

The Vispring Herald Superb mattress consists of four distinct layers, each contributing to the mattress’s overall performance.

1. The top layer is the first point of contact with your body and is made from a combination of 1,000gsm bonded British fleece wool and cotton. This layer creates a comfortable and breathable sleeping surface that promotes optimal temperature regulation, ensuring you remain cool and comfortable throughout the night.
2. The second and third comfort layers are responsible for providing the mattress’s signature comfort and support. They are crafted from 1,200gsm long-stranded horsehair and 1,200gsm blended British fleece wool and cotton. These materials are expertly arranged to create a supportive yet plush surface that conforms to your body’s contours, minimising pressure points and promoting restful sleep.
3. The mattress springs in the fourth layer consist of a 1476 calico pocket spring system, which was created specifically for Vispring mattresses. This unique system features individually wrapped pocket springs that move independently, allowing them to contour to your body’s shape and evenly distribute your weight. This provides exceptional support and minimises motion transfer, ensuring you won’t be disturbed by your partner’s movements throughout the night.

What are the key features of the Vispring Herald Superb mattress?

Mattress Springs

The Vispring Herald Superb features 1.42mm wire springs, 51mm in diameter, sewn in individual calico pockets and hand-formed into a honeycomb-nested unit.

Mattress Border

Measuring 21cm deep, the Vispring Herald Superb boasts two rows of genuine hand side-stitching, eight horizontal handles on King Size and above, and air vents on all sides. The borders are upholstered in protective wool and finished with piped ticking.

Mattress Fillings

The Vispring Herald Superb is upholstered with 1,000gsm bonded British fleece wool and cotton, followed by 1,200gsm long-stranded horsehair, enclosed in a hair-proof cambric cover, overlaid with a layer of 1,200gsm blended British fleece wool and cotton. The mattress is then covered with your choice of the finest quality Belgian ticking from the Vispring collection and hand-tufted with felt washers.

Divan

The Vispring Herald Superb’s divan features 950 pocketed springs on a screwed and glued solid timber frame, covered with insulating wadding, and a calico-lined ticking case for added protection.

Divan Upholstery

The Vispring Herald Superb features a 1,200gsm natural coir pad, overlaid with 1,200gsm blended British fleece wool and cotton, and covered with your choice of the finest quality ticking or upholstery fabric from the Vispring collection.

*Based on a 150cm x 200cm size.

Is there anything I should watch out for?

The only significant issue with the Vispring Herald Superb mattress is that it may lose some of its height over time, which is not uncommon for mattresses made from natural materials. While this does not affect the firmness or supportiveness of the mattress, it may impact the overall comfort.

Is there anything else I should know?

Light sleepers should take note that this mattress is not as stable as some other models, meaning that you may feel your partner’s movements on your side of the bed.

It is recommended that you regularly flip this heavy 54kg mattress to keep it in top condition. Fortunately, there are handles included to make this task somewhat more manageable.

Both Winstons and select Vispring retailers offer financing options on their mattresses. Winstons provides financing through Klarna or Snap Finance, but please note that Winstons is not a lender. For more information on financing options, please contact either Winstons or your preferred Vispring retailer.