Quick Answer: IKEA mattresses are serviceable for light use and guest rooms, but most models have lower coil counts, thinner foam layers, and a shorter effective lifespan than comparably priced mattresses from a dedicated mattress retailer. The Restonic ComfortCare queen at Mattress Miracle ($1,125) offers 1,222 individually wrapped coils versus IKEA's 600 to 700 in their spring models, with a full warranty and white-glove delivery included.
In This Guide
- IKEA's Current Mattress Lineup in Canada
- Are IKEA Spring Mattresses Good?
- IKEA Foam Mattresses: Morgedal and Abrotten
- IKEA Trial Period and Warranty Reality
- How Mattress Miracle Compares
- Best Alternative to IKEA Valevag (Was Haugesund)
- Best Firm Alternative to IKEA Morgedal
- Frequently Asked Questions
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IKEA's Current Mattress Lineup in Canada
IKEA sells mattresses the same way it sells bookcases: as part of a complete bedroom setup, often purchased alongside a bed frame in one trip. That's a convenient way to buy, but it means mattresses are rarely the main event. They're the add-on.
In Canada, IKEA currently offers three primary mattress categories:
- Spring/Hybrid models , The Valevag (pocket spring + foam, $449 queen) is the main spring option after the Haugesund was discontinued.
- Foam models , The Morgedal (6.25" foam, two firmness options) and the Abrotten (foam, $599 queen).
- Natural/Latex , A small selection at higher price points.
The Haugesund, which many Canadians searched for specifically, has been discontinued. The Valevag is its closest replacement.
Are IKEA Spring Mattresses Good?
The short answer: they're acceptable for occasional use, but they have real limitations compared to dedicated mattress brands at similar price points.
IKEA Valevag (Formerly Haugesund)
The Valevag is IKEA's current pocket-spring hybrid, priced at $449 for a queen. It features five comfort zones, a foam comfort layer on top of the pocket springs, and a breathable cover. For a $449 mattress, the construction is reasonable.
The limitations show up when you compare spring counts. IKEA's spring models typically run 600 to 700 pocket springs in a queen. Most dedicated mattress brands start at 800 to 1,000 springs for entry-level models, and quality mid-range hybrids reach 1,200 or more. More coils generally means more contouring and more even weight distribution over time.
| Mattress | Height | Spring count (queen) | Price (queen) | Trial | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IKEA Valevag | ~10" | ~600-700 | $449 | 90-day exchange | 10 years |
| Restonic ComfortCare (MM) | ~11-12" | 1,222 | $1,125 | Varies | Restonic warranty |
| Restonic Luxury Silk & Wool (MM) | ~12" | 884 (zoned) | $1,395 | Varies | Restonic warranty |
| Silk & Snow Hybrid (online) | 11.5" | ~1,000 | $1,000 | 365 nights | 15 years |
On coil count and durability: Research in the journal Sleep Health notes that supportive mattress construction correlates with reduced back pain and improved sleep quality. While coil count alone doesn't determine quality (coil gauge and foil also matter), independently wrapped coil systems with higher counts distribute body weight more evenly, reducing focal pressure on the coils over time. Lower coil counts can mean faster wear at high-pressure zones.
Durability data paints a similar picture. Studies of IKEA spring mattress owner reviews show that approximately 20% of regular users report sagging or body impressions within three years. That's higher than the industry average for dedicated mattress brands.
For a guest room or a child's room where the mattress gets light use, the Valevag is fine. For a primary adult mattress used every night, most people outgrow it faster than the 10-year warranty period suggests.
Brad, Owner since 1987: "We see this pattern regularly. Someone comes in because their IKEA mattress started sagging after a couple of years. They bought it when they moved into an apartment , totally reasonable choice at the time. But now they want something that will actually last. The coil count and foam density make a real difference for a mattress you're sleeping on every night."
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IKEA Foam Mattresses: Morgedal and Abrotten
IKEA Morgedal
The Morgedal is one of IKEA's lowest-priced foam mattresses, at 6.25 inches tall. It comes in medium-firm and firm. Independent testing by multiple mattress review sites places the Morgedal in the bottom tier for overall performance, particularly in pressure relief, cooling, and edge support.
The Morgedal is genuinely useful for one application: a child's mattress, or a spare room that gets used a few times a year. For daily adult use, the foam density and height simply don't provide adequate long-term support.
IKEA Abrotten
The Abrotten is IKEA's better foam option at $599 for a queen. It has improved cooling properties over the Morgedal. It's not a terrible mattress for the price. But again, its thin foam profile and the uncertainty around foam density (IKEA does not publish foam density specifications) make it difficult to assess long-term durability.
Why foam density matters: Foam density (measured in pounds per cubic foot, or PCF) is the single best predictor of a foam mattress's longevity. Quality mattress brands publish their foam density specs. IKEA does not. A reputable foam mattress for daily adult use should have comfort foam of at least 3.5 to 4.0 PCF. Without knowing IKEA's spec, you're making a purchase based on incomplete information.
IKEA Trial Period and Warranty Reality
IKEA offers a 90-day sleep trial on all mattresses. That sounds reasonable, but the policy is an exchange, not a return. You can swap to a different IKEA mattress once within 90 days. You cannot get your money back if you find you don't like any of IKEA's options.
The 10-year warranty covers manufacturing defects, but like most mattress warranties, it sets a sagging threshold (typically 1.5 inches of visible body impression) before a claim qualifies. Sagging of 1 inch, which can significantly affect sleep quality, usually does not qualify for a warranty replacement.
By comparison, many dedicated mattress brands offer 100- to 365-night full trials with actual refunds or free returns, and warranties that sometimes include lower sagging thresholds for premium models.
What Brantford shoppers tell us: IKEA is about 90 minutes from Brantford. Many local families make the trip for furniture and pick up a mattress while they're there. We understand the appeal. But when those mattresses start showing wear in year two or three, we often see those same customers at our showroom on West Street. The trip to IKEA can make sense for furniture. For a mattress you'll sleep on 365 nights a year, the calculus is a bit different.
How Mattress Miracle Compares
Mattress Miracle has been selling mattresses in Brantford since 1987. We don't sell IKEA mattresses. We sell Restonic and Sleep In, two brands with transparent specifications and proper mattress engineering.
Here's what the comparison looks like at comparable price points:
| Feature | IKEA Valevag | Restonic ComfortCare (MM) |
|---|---|---|
| Price (queen) | $449 | $1,125 |
| Coil count (queen) | ~600-700 | 1,222 |
| Coil type | Pocket spring | Individually wrapped |
| Comfort zones | 5 | Yes (zoned) |
| Made in Canada | No (made in Lithuania/Poland) | Yes |
| Trial | 90-day exchange (no refund) | Ask in store |
| Delivery | Flat-pack, self-assemble frame only | White-glove delivery |
| Old mattress removal | Not included | Included with purchase |
The price difference is real. A Restonic ComfortCare costs about $676 more than the Valevag for a queen. Whether that difference is worth it depends on how long you plan to keep the mattress and how often you sleep on it.
If you're outfitting a guest room that gets 30 nights of use per year, the Valevag is perfectly rational. If you're buying a mattress for your own bedroom that you'll sleep on 365 nights for the next 10 years, the per-night cost of the Restonic ($1,125 / 3,650 nights = $0.31 per night) versus the Valevag ($449 / 1,095 nights if it lasts 3 years = $0.41 per night) actually makes the dedicated mattress the better value.
Best Alternative to IKEA Valevag (Formerly Haugesund)
If you've been searching for a Haugesund alternative or a step up from the Valevag, you're looking for a pocket-spring hybrid with better coil count and more substantial foam comfort layers. Here's what we'd suggest:
Restonic ComfortCare (from Mattress Miracle, ~$1,125 queen): 1,222 individually wrapped coils in a queen, Canadian-made, available in our Brantford showroom. Significantly more coils and better foam construction than the Valevag. Read our full Restonic review here.
Silk & Snow Hybrid (online, ~$1,000 queen): Canadian-made, three firmness options, 365-night trial, 15-year warranty. A solid step up from the Valevag at roughly double the price, but with a genuine return policy and better long-term support.
Sleep In (from Mattress Miracle): Our flippable Canadian-made mattress line. Flippable mattresses last longer than single-sided designs because you can rotate the sleep surface. Good value for buyers who want durability over luxury.
Best Firm Alternative to IKEA Morgedal
The Morgedal is a firm foam mattress at a low price point. If you're looking for a firm mattress that actually provides long-term support, the Morgedal is not the answer for regular adult use.
Better firm alternatives:
- Silk & Snow Hybrid Firm (online, ~$1,000 queen): Tests at firmness 8/10. Proper foam density, 1,000 pocket coils, 15-year warranty. A true firm hybrid at a reasonable price.
- Restonic ComfortCare (in-store at Mattress Miracle): Available in firm options. Come in and test it. 1,222 coils, Canadian-made, proper support for back and stomach sleepers.
- Casper or Endy firm (online): Both Canadian brands with disclosed foam density and better construction than the Morgedal at similar or only slightly higher prices.
Talia, Showroom Specialist: "People who want a firm mattress often end up on the Morgedal because it's the firmest thing IKEA sells at a low price. But a 6-inch foam mattress can't provide the same spinal support as a proper spring-core mattress with a firm comfort layer. We have back sleepers and stomach sleepers come in specifically because their IKEA mattress wasn't giving them the firmness they needed, even though it was marketed as firm."
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Are IKEA spring mattresses good quality?
IKEA spring mattresses are acceptable for light use (guest rooms, occasional use) but typically have lower coil counts (600 to 700 in a queen) than dedicated mattress brands (800 to 1,200+). About 20% of regular users report sagging within three years. For a primary bedroom mattress used nightly, most dedicated mattress brands offer better long-term value despite higher upfront costs.
Is the IKEA Haugesund discontinued?
Yes. The IKEA Haugesund spring mattress has been discontinued in Canada. The closest current replacement is the IKEA Valevag, a pocket-spring hybrid available at approximately $449 for a queen with five comfort zones.
What is the best value alternative to the IKEA Haugesund or Valevag?
The Silk & Snow Hybrid (~$1,000 queen) is the best direct online comparison: Canadian-made, 1,000+ pocket coils, three firmness options, 365-night trial, 15-year warranty. Locally, the Restonic ComfortCare at Mattress Miracle ($1,125 queen) offers 1,222 coils, Canadian manufacturing, and white-glove delivery with old mattress removal included.
What is the best firm alternative to the IKEA Morgedal?
The Morgedal is a 6.25-inch foam mattress rated in the bottom tier by independent testers. For a proper firm mattress, consider the Silk & Snow Hybrid in Firm (rated 8/10 firmness), the Casper or Endy firm options, or visit Mattress Miracle in Brantford to test a Restonic firm model in person.
Does IKEA have a sleep trial in Canada?
IKEA offers a 90-day exchange period in Canada, but it is not a return policy. You can exchange your mattress for a different IKEA mattress once within 90 days. You cannot receive a refund if you decide you don't want an IKEA mattress at all. Most dedicated online mattress brands (Silk & Snow, Douglas, Endy) offer 100 to 365-night trials with full refunds.
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