Reviews are consistently positive about in-store staff knowledge, helpfulness and the ability to test mattresses, with many customers reporting punctual delivery and smooth installations. Several reviewers cite competitive pricing, discounts and helpful advice as reasons they chose Bensons for Beds. Product comments are favourable where present, but fewer reviews mention product quality directly, so consider trying mattresses in store. There is at least one clear negative report about returns and refund handling; prospective buyers should confirm the retailer's returns policy and ask about delivery and return procedures before purchase.
Examples from available reviews (Feb 2023 – Feb 2026).
Helpful staff, easy website, punctual delivery and good product quality.
“All in all, Bensons for Beds provides an excellent shopping experience.”
Attentive assistant, on-time delivery and efficient installation made experience pleasant.
“Assistant in the store was attentive but not pushy”
Manisha explained options, arranged a discount, and influenced store choice.
“She even arranged another discount for us.”
Return refused for an unused pillow, leaving reviewer unhappy.
“They said we couldn’t return it because they didn’t know if we slept on it.”
Most reviewers highlight helpful, knowledgeable and patient store staff, with punctual deliveries and assembly; only one review reports a negative service interaction.
Several customers mention reasonable prices, discounts or better deals compared with alternatives, while a single reviewer judged an item as poor value.
Shoppers report easy in-store navigation and online browsing, relaxed showroom environments and the ability to test mattresses before buying.
Reported product quality is positive—customers mention supportive mattresses and well-built beds—but sample size is small and conclusions are limited.
Customers frequently note clear delivery scheduling, time slots and pre-arrival calls; one review highlights a breakdown in returns communication.
Most reviewers describe a positive overall experience—faultless processes, satisfaction with purchases and recommendations—contrasted by one poor returns experience.
For each review, the core experience based on original source reviews.
Sources: Trustpilot (60) · Reviews (19) · Reviews (1) · Quotes shortened · As of: February 2026
Reviewer reports a faulty foam mattress causing pain, and poor complaint handling.
“HEALTH HAZARD - DO NOT BUY THEIR FOAM MATTRESS.”
Bed developed a large dip and complaints faced long, frustrating delays.
“it was faulty and had a massive dip in the middle.”
Reviewer had previously completed the survey and is satisfied with rating.
“I have already completed this earlier.”
Helpful staff and shop layout facilitated testing mattresses.
“Staff were very helpful.”
Reasonable price and friendly staff made shopping pleasant.
“The price is reasonable and staff very friendly”
Marcus provided very helpful personalised advice on bed and mattress.
“Marcus was amazing.”
Carol provided knowledgeable, friendly and caring customer service.
“gave excellent customer service !!!!”
Colin was helpful, knowledgeable and professional during long in-store tests.
“Colin the store assistant was genuinely helpful nothing was too much.”
Reviewer reports good service and communication.
“Good service and communication”
Attentive assistant, on-time delivery and efficient installation made experience pleasant.
“Assistant in the store was attentive but not pushy”
Shopping was easy with expert advice simplifying the process.
“Easy to shop, expert advice everything was made easy.”
Marshall provided a friendly, helpful and faultless service matching budget.
“Marshall listened to my needs and pointed me in the right direction”
Knowledgeable staff, punctual delivery and same-day assembly went smoothly.
“The bed was delivered on time and with efficiency”
Helpful staff and speedy delivery; reviewer pleased with the bed.
“Really helpful staff, speedy delivery.”
Salesman was patient, pleasant and knowledgeable without pressure.
“was very patient and pleasant, but no way pushy”
Nick was extremely knowledgeable and helped assemble the perfect bed.
“Extremely knowledgeable and was able to put our perfect bed together.”
Sales assistant was helpful, knowledgeable and provided excellent service.
“Your sales girl was very helpful and knowledgeable.”
Good, knowledgeable staff and clear communication reported.
“Good knowledgeable staff and communication”
Manisha explained options, arranged a discount, and influenced store choice.
“She even arranged another discount for us.”
Return refused for an unused pillow, leaving reviewer unhappy.
“They said we couldn’t return it because they didn’t know if we slept on it.”
Sales assistant Lyba recommended a supportive Sealy mattress meeting needs.
“Lyba explained what would suit my needs best”
Staff listened to needs without pressure in a friendly environment.
“We weren't pressured into anything.”
Mattress emitted persistent unpleasant smell for months despite airing.
“there still is this repulsive smell exuding from the mattress”
Mattress sagged after two nights and refund/exchange policy caused financial loss.
“£2000 mattresses sagged after two nights sleep on it.”
Price dropped shortly after purchase and staff were abrupt in response.
“a few days later the same mattress was reduced by 20%”
Divan base collapsed within two years and warranty claim was denied.
“part of the divan base collapsed in on itself”
Reviewer says deliveries are late and customer service is chaotic.
“They simply don’t deliver on time and their customer services is an absolute mess.”
Incorrect headboard colour delivered and store refused to collect it.
“What was delivered was not the colour ordered.”
Store manager aggressively berated a member of the public; complaint went unanswered.
“I was berated by Lee, the store manager.”
Multiple delivery errors, faulty replacements and repeated rescheduling caused major delays.
“I was sent the wrong product in the first place.”
Broken store lift, delayed and costly mattress exchanges caused major stress.
“The lift was broken (had been for 3 months!)”
Expensive bed arrived damaged and electronics defective; customer service inadequate.
“one speaker was completely smashed.”
Mattresses reportedly lose shape quickly, leaving reviewer disappointed.
“promise you they loose the shape after a week.”
Bed support pole bent and company refused replacement or refund.
“the meta pole that holds the bed up has given way - bent and unusable.”
Mattress was useless and severely deformed after six months.
“it is useless and so deformed that I feel like I can fall of the bed everynight.”
Reviewer says mattress caused aches and received no refund or replacement.
“slept on it for just 2 weeks and started waking up with body aches and sore back.”
New bed has sunk and inspection reportedly declared it fine.
“itz sunk in uncomfortable.”
I recently purchased a new bed and mattress from Bensons for Beds, and I must say that my experience was amazing. The store has a vast selection of beds, mattresses, sofa beds and bedroom furniture to choose from.
The sales representatives were very helpful in guiding me through the entire process. They asked me questions about the type of bed I wanted along with my sleeping habits before recommending what would be best for me. Their expertise proved highly beneficial as they guided me towards a bed which not only fit my budget but also matched my comfort preferences.
Additionally,I found their website extremely easy to navigate; it allowed me to clearly compare different pieces within their product ranges.Their delivery service was right on time too! My products arrived looking great without any damage or scratches whatsoever.
All in all, Bensons for Beds provides an excellent shopping experience. I am so happy with the quality of their products that I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone else who is looking for comfortable, good quality beds at affordable prices.
This page combines submitted experiences with public reviews from platforms such as Google, Trustpilot, etc. Recurring points are summarised without changing the content of reviews.
Bensons for Beds is a UK retailer specialising in beds, mattresses, sofa beds and bedroom furniture. The chain operates physical showrooms alongside an online store, enabling customers to compare products, try mattresses in person and arrange home delivery.