Updated September 30, 2026 · HabitatCue Editorial Team
Habitat vs Matten-Welt
Matten-Welt
Higher score in this comparison
Habitat
Habitat vs Matten-Welt: the differences
| Compare | HabitatReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | Matten-WeltReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | £285 | €35.91 |
| Made to measure | No | YesHas it |
| Return window | 30 daysHigher | 14 days |
| Markets | GB, JE, GG | DE, AT, CH, BE, BG, DK, EE, FI, FR, GR, IE, IT, LV, LT, LU, MT, NL, PL, PT, RO, SE, SK, SI, ES, CZ, HR, HU, GB |
| Free samples | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Free delivery threshold | £100 | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Machine washable (Yes).
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Key differences
- Matten-Welt scores higher overall: 9.2 vs 9.1.
- Made to measure: only Matten-Welt.
- Return window is higher at Habitat: 30 days vs 14 days.
- Support channels: only Habitat offers Chat.
- Support channels: only Matten-Welt offers Email.
- Matten-Welt is available in 25 more countries.
- Products: only Habitat offers Sofas, Sofa beds, Armchairs.
- Products: only Matten-Welt offers Rugs, Washable rugs.
- Materials: only Habitat offers Fabric, Leather, Velvet.
- Materials: only Matten-Welt offers Polyester.
Our verdict on each
Habitat
Habitat suits UK buyers who want a whole-home range from a single brand, with sofas starting at £285. The trade-offs to weigh are a 1 year warranty, no free delivery on smaller orders, and ranges sold in fixed sizes rather than made to measure.
Matten-Welt
Matten-Welt suits buyers who want a custom-cut washable rug at a mid-range entry price, and it ranks 35 of 82 brands on price from. The trade-off is returns: 14 days places it at 88 of 109.
Score breakdown
| Area | Habitat | Matten-Welt |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.0Entry price of £285 for sofas ranks 65 of 108, with 9 for cost. | 9.2HigherEntry price of €35.91 sits well below the €123.41 typical for rugs. |
| Offer | 8.7Delivery of 0 weeks ranks 1 of 50, returns of 30 days and support on phone, chat and help centre lift the offer side. | 9.1HigherMade to measure, free samples and machine washable cover more of the buying journey than most rivals. |
| Trust | 9.8A 1 year warranty ranks 57 of 78, offset by Argos Limited trading since 1964 for a 9.8 trust score. | Not confirmed |
Pick Habitat if, pick Matten-Welt if
Pick Habitat if return window matter most.
Pick Matten-Welt if offer and made to measure matter most.
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | Habitat | Matten-Welt |
|---|---|---|
| Rugs and washable rugs | 45 of 102 | 3 of 102 |
Where these facts come from
Habitat
- habitat.co.uk: 12 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Matten-Welt
- matten-welt.com: 11 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Habitat | Matten-Welt |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Sofas, Sofa beds, Armchairs, Beds, Bed frames, Office chairs, Dining, Storage, Outdoor furniture | Rugs, Washable rugs |
| Materials | Fabric, Leather, Velvet, Wood, Metal | Polyester |
| Legal entity | Argos Limited | Mattenwelt (Inhaber: Andy Knoblauch) |
| Headquarters | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Founded | 1964 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Phone, Chat, Help centre | Email, Phone, Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Habitat | Matten-Welt | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return window | 30 daysat the median | 14 dayslowest quarter | 30 days |
| Free delivery threshold | £100highest quarter | Not confirmed | £60 |
Median across 134 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Habitat
Pros
- Delivery of 0 weeks ranks 1 of 50 brands on delivery time, the strongest of its measured results.
- Returns run 30 days, which gives room to live with a sofa before deciding it is wrong for the room.
- The catalogue spans sofas, sofa beds and armchairs, so a living room, a bedroom and an outdoor space can come from the same seller.
Cons
- The warranty runs 1 year, placing Habitat 57 of 78 brands on cover length.
- Assembly included is a no, so flat-pack pieces are built at home and the listed price carries no build service.
- Free delivery is not available, and orders under £100 carry a delivery charge.
Matten-Welt
Pros
- Made to measure is offered, so hallway and stair runs can be cut to the space.
- Machine washable rugs mean spills clean at home.
- Free samples let you judge the pile and colour before ordering.
Cons
- Return window of 14 days is shorter than the 30 common in this category.
- Ranks 88 of 109 on return days, so buyers wanting a longer trial look elsewhere.
- Materials listed are polyester, a single fibre choice for anyone after wool or cotton.
Who each suits
Habitat
Who it suits
- Buyers in the United Kingdom, JE and GG who want a wide range under a single brand, with delivery listed at 0 weeks.
- Renters and short-stay households who may need to send a piece back, with 30 days to return.
- Material-led shoppers, since sofas come in fabric, leather and velvet and machine washable rugs sit in the rugs range.
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone needing made-to-measure curtains, rugs or lighting, because made-to-measure is not offered in the range.
- Shoppers whose list is only beds and bed frames: CuddleCo covers beds, bed frames and armchairs, a tighter list built around sleeping furniture and storage.
- Workspace buyers after standing desks or gaming chairs: Buerostuhl24 lists office chairs, gaming chairs and standing desks, categories Habitat does not carry.
Matten-Welt
Who it suits
- Home owners who need a made-to-measure washable rug for a hallway or utility room
- Renters who want to check the feel before committing
- Shoppers ordering to any of the markets in Germany, AT and CH
Who should look elsewhere
- Buyers who want a long returns window, where Revival Rugs is worth a look
- Shoppers set on wool or cotton, since Revival Rugs and Super Area Rugs carry a broader mix
- Buyers on the smallest budget, where Garvee starts at $15.99
Current offers
Habitat
Current offer
Discount code
Sign up for £5 off when you spend £50: £5 off a £50 spend
Open to customers not already signed-up to Habitat marketing; T&Cs apply
Source, checked September 30, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Habitat | Matten-Welt |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | No | Yes |
| Belgium | No | Yes |
| Bulgaria | No | Yes |
| Croatia | No | Yes |
| Czechia | No | Yes |
| Denmark | No | Yes |
| Estonia | No | Yes |
| Finland | No | Yes |
8 of 30 countries where either is available.
Questions about each
Habitat
What does a sofa cost at Habitat?+
Sofa prices start at £285, which is the entry figure used when comparing UK furniture brands. The price is paid outright at checkout, so nothing renews afterwards and there is no subscription to cancel. Sofas are listed in fabric, leather and velvet, so the material choice moves the final figure above that entry point.
How fast is delivery?+
Delivery is listed at 0 weeks, which is the figure to plan a room refresh around. On the tracked delivery measure Habitat ranks 1 of 50 brands, the strongest of its results. Anything needed for a fixed date, such as before a tenancy start, is worth ordering well ahead.
Matten-Welt
How much does a Matten-Welt rug cost?+
Entry pricing starts at €35.91 for the standard sizes listed. That places Matten-Welt at 35 of 82 brands on entry price, below the €123.41 median for the category. Garvee's entry price of $15.99 sits lower still.
Can I order a rug cut to my own measurements?+
Yes, made to measure is offered as standard rather than as an upgrade. This is the feature that separates Matten-Welt from standard-size-only rivals, and it suits hallways, doorways and staircases where off-the-shelf sizes rarely fit. Order the samples first if you want to check colour.
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