Updated October 1, 2026 · HabitatCue Editorial Team
Alba Matelas vs CuddleCo
Alba Matelas
Higher score in this comparison
CuddleCo
What sets them apart
| Compare | Alba MatelasReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | CuddleCoReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Sleep trial (nights) | 200Higher | 0 |
| Warranty | 10 yearsHigher | 5 years |
| Height (cm) | 24 | 10 |
| Free delivery | YesHas it | No |
| Markets | FR, BE, LU | GB |
| Queen-size price | €290 | Not confirmed |
| Old mattress removal | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Trial return fee | €0 | Not confirmed |
| Certifications | Oeko tex, Fsc | Not confirmed |
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Key differences
- Alba Matelas scores higher overall: 9.4 vs 9.3.
- Sleep trial (nights) is higher at Alba Matelas: 200 vs 0.
- Warranty is higher at Alba Matelas: 10 years vs 5 years.
- Free delivery: only Alba Matelas.
- Alba Matelas is available in 2 more countries.
- Mattress types: only Alba Matelas offers Latex, Hybrid.
- Mattress types: only CuddleCo offers Memory foam, Innerspring.
- Markets: only Alba Matelas offers FR, BE, LU.
- Markets: only CuddleCo offers GB.
Our verdict on each
Alba Matelas
Alba Matelas suits buyers who want a long trial on a mattress from a French maker, and who would rather test at home than rush a choice. The Alba Original carries 200 nights of trial use, and every order can add bedding.
CuddleCo
CuddleCo suits UK households replacing cot bedding, a single room or a first mattress, with a score of 9.3. Prices start at £17.99, delivery lands in 0.2 to 2.8 weeks, and support runs on email, chat and phone from a company founded in 2011.
Score breakdown
| Area | Alba Matelas | CuddleCo |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.6HigherThe Alba Original is listed at €290 and the return fee is €0, so the outlay carries no extra return charge. | 9.4Bedding starts at £17.99 and delivery is free above £50, which keeps entry cost low. |
| Offer | 9.2200 nights of trial use, a warranty of 10 years, and bedding sold alongside the mattresses. | 9.4HigherSheets, duvets and pillows sit at sheets, duvets and pillows, with 30 days for returns and a 5 years warranty. |
| Trust | 9.2HigherThe notice names OKI as the legal entity, and returns run 14 days with the fee at €0. | 9.0A 2011 company registered as Cuddleco (Company No. 07768026) in GB, reachable on email, chat and phone. |
The numbers side by side
| Fact | Alba Matelas | CuddleCo |
|---|---|---|
| Sleep trial (nights) | 200 | 0 |
| Warranty | 10 years | 5 years |
Sources behind this comparison
Alba Matelas
- alba-matelas.fr: 13 facts, checked October 1, 2026
CuddleCo
- cuddleco.co.uk: 10 facts, checked September 30, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | Alba Matelas | CuddleCo |
|---|---|---|
| Bedding and sheets | 84 of 211 | 90 of 211 |
| Pillows and mattress toppers | 57 of 186 | 63 of 186 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Alba Matelas | CuddleCo |
|---|---|---|
| Mattress types | Latex, Hybrid | Memory foam, Innerspring |
| Legal entity | OKI | Cuddleco (Company No. 07768026) |
| Headquarters | France | United Kingdom |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 2011 |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Chat, Help centre | Email, Chat, Phone, Help centre |
Bedding
| Fact | Alba Matelas | CuddleCo |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Sheets, Pillows, Toppers | Sheets, Duvets, Pillows |
| Price from | €44.50 | £17.99 |
| Materials | Cotton, Memory foam, MicrofiberCovers more | Cotton |
| Return window | 14 days | 30 daysHigher |
| Highest thread count (threads) | 160 | Not confirmed |
| Free delivery threshold | €0 | £50 |
Furniture and home stores
| Fact | Alba Matelas | CuddleCo |
|---|---|---|
| Departments | Beds, Bedding, Furniture | Not confirmed |
| Finance | Yes | Not confirmed |
Furniture
| Fact | Alba Matelas | CuddleCo |
|---|---|---|
| Delivery time (weeks) | Not confirmed | 0.2 to 2.8 |
| In-home trial | Not confirmed | 0 days |
| Assembly included | Not confirmed | No |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Alba Matelas | CuddleCo | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queen-size price | €290lowest quarter | Not confirmed | €834 |
| Sleep trial (nights) | 200highest quarter | 0lowest quarter | 100 |
| Warranty | 10 yearsat the median | 5 yearsbelow the median | 10 years |
| Height (cm) | 24below the median | 10lowest quarter | 27 |
| Trial return fee | €0at the median | Not confirmed | €0 |
Median across 131 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Alba Matelas
Pros
- A warranty of 10 years keeps cover on the mattress long after the trial ends.
- Standard delivery is free, and old mattress removal is available when the new mattress arrives.
- Finance is offered, so the cost of a mattress can be spread across several payments.
Cons
- Free delivery covers France, Belgium and Luxembourg markets, so a buyer elsewhere has to settle shipping before ordering.
- The 200-night trial is published for the Alba Original, so the other models need their terms confirmed before ordering.
- The Alba Original stands 24 cm tall, which asks for a base and bedside clearance that can take the height.
CuddleCo
Pros
- Entry price of £17.99 sits high in the price from ranking, 15 of 109
- Returns run 30 days, matching the 30 median across the site's bedding brands
- Delivery arrives in 0.2 to 2.8 weeks, and orders above £50 ship free
Cons
- No free trial, with in home trials at 0 nights and mattress trials at 0 nights
- The range is limited to sheets, duvets and pillows, and duvet covers come from Coop Sleep Goods, whose listing runs sheets, duvets and duvet covers
- Free delivery is not offered as standard, and starts at £50
Who each suits
Alba Matelas
Who it suits
- Buyers who want to sleep on a mattress for 200 nights before committing.
- People fitting out a bedroom in a single trip, since the store covers beds, bedding and furniture.
- Customers who want the paperwork straight: the legal entity is OKI, registered in France.
Who should look elsewhere
- Shoppers outside the listed delivery markets, who would need to settle shipping separately.
- Anyone who wants a quick decision: 200 nights of trial keeps the question open far longer than a normal shopping trip.
- Buyers set on an innerspring feel, because the mattresses here are latex and hybrid.
CuddleCo
Who it suits
- Parents outfitting a cot or a child's first bed with cotton bedding at £17.99
- UK shoppers who want 30 days to change their mind and a 5 years warranty
- Anyone comparing memory foam and innerspring mattresses without a long in home trial
Who should look elsewhere
- Buyers wanting a long sleep trial, since mattress trials run 0 nights against a site median of 60 nights
- Shoppers who need toppers or weighted blankets, since Blackroll BNL lists sheets, pillows and toppers
- Anyone outside GB shopping outside the UK
Current offers
Alba Matelas
Current offer
Discount code
Extra 5% for newsletter signup: 5%
Additional 5% when signing up to the newsletter via the contact page
Source, checked October 1, 2026
CuddleCo
Current offer
Discount code
Newsletter welcome code: 10% off first order: 10%
New newsletter subscribers; minimum spend of GBP 250; single use, site-wide on cuddleco.co.uk, cannot be combined with other offers
Source, checked September 30, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Alba Matelas | CuddleCo |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | Yes | No |
| France | Yes | No |
| Luxembourg | Yes | No |
| United Kingdom | No | Yes |
Questions about each
Alba Matelas
What does a mattress from Alba Matelas cost?+
The Alba Original is listed at €290, and that price is shown marked down against a higher price for the same mattress on its product page. Delivery is part of the figure rather than something added on top. A reader budgeting should keep the higher figure in mind as the likely cost once the reduction ends.
How long can I try a mattress before deciding?+
The Alba Original comes with 200 nights of trial use, which is a long stretch to sleep on a mattress before committing. The trial is paired with free returns, so a buyer who decides early is not left holding a mattress they did not want. Old mattress removal is available too, so swapping does not mean arranging disposal separately.
CuddleCo
What does the cheapest CuddleCo bedding cost?+
Bedding starts at £17.99, and that entry price sits in the bedding collection covering sheets, duvets and pillows. It is a separate purchase from a mattress, which is sold from the memory foam and innerspring range. Readers comparing entry costs across brands can use 15 of 109 as the ranking position on price from.
How much is delivery and is it free?+
Free delivery is not included as standard, and it applies to orders above £50. Orders under that line carry a delivery charge. Delivery itself is quick at 0.2 to 2.8 weeks, so a small bedding set is unlikely to sit in transit long.
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