Dreamland’s Lincoln Mattress range gives shoppers three distinct takes on the same seven-zone pocket-spring core: a flat, supportive Firm, a balanced Medium pillowtop, and a deeper-cushioned Plush Eurotop. The differences are easy to feel. Firm keeps you most on top of the bed, Medium offers the broadest mix of support and pressure relief, and Plush cushions the shoulders and hips most generously. If you want the response of a hybrid mattress without a deep foam hug, one of these three should fit—but the right choice depends heavily on sleep position and body weight.
Table of Contents
- The Lincoln Lineup at a Glance
- Which Lincoln Feel Should You Buy?
- How the Three Lincoln Models Differ
- How We Compared the Three Feels
- Lincoln Mattress: Our Testing Experience
- How the Lincoln Models Scored
- Which Firmness Fits You?
- What to Know Before You Buy
- How Lincoln Compares With New Zealand Alternatives
- Getting the Best From a Lincoln Mattress
- FAQs
The Lincoln Lineup at a Glance
| Mattress | Overall Score | Pros | Cons | Best For |
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| Lincoln Firm | 4.1/5 | Strong lift, stable surface, easy movement | Less shoulder and hip cushioning; more noticeable motion | Back and stomach sleepers; heavier bodies |
| Lincoln Medium | 4.2/5 | Best overall balance; comfortable pillowtop; solid couple fit | Some bounce; not soft enough for every side sleeper | Combination sleepers; couples; most guest rooms |
| Lincoln Plush | 4.0/5 | Best pressure relief; softest surface; calmest motion | Warmer feel; slower turns; softer-feeling edge | Lighter side sleepers; pressure-sensitive sleepers |
Which Lincoln Feel Should You Buy?
Lincoln Firm is the clear choice for back and stomach sleepers who want strong lift and minimal sink. Its 7/10 feel keeps the pelvis from settling too deeply, but lighter side sleepers will likely find it too unyielding at the shoulder and hip. It is also the liveliest of the three, so motion-sensitive couples should start with Medium instead.
Lincoln Medium is the best all-around model and our top pick in the range. The 5/10 pillowtop cushions the joints without taking away the spring core’s support, and changing positions remains easy. Choose it when partners have different sleep styles, when you alternate between your side and back, or when you simply want the lowest-risk option.
Lincoln Plush is built for shoppers who prioritize pressure relief. Its 3/10 Eurotop gives lighter side sleepers the most room at the shoulder and hip and absorbs movement better than the other two models. The trade-offs are a warmer surface, slower repositioning, and less confident support for heavier stomach sleepers.
How the Three Lincoln Models Differ
| Feature | Lincoln Firm | Lincoln Medium | Lincoln Plush |
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| Feel | Firm, 7/10 | Medium, 5/10 | Plush, 3/10 |
| Support core | Precision7 pocket springs | Precision7 pocket springs | Precision7 pocket springs |
| Top | Tight top | Pillowtop | High-loft Eurotop |
| Thickness | 28 cm | 30 cm | 32 cm |
| Sizes | Single to Super King | Single to Super King | Single to Super King |
| Starting price checked | NZ$799 | NZ$899 | NZ$999 |
| Cooling | Airiness is easiest to notice | Balanced for most sleepers | Warmest surface of the three |
| Support | Strongest lift at the hips and waist | Most even balance of lift and give | Gentler hold under heavier areas |
| Pressure relief | Least cushioning at shoulders and hips | Enough give for many side sleepers | Best shoulder and hip cushioning |
| Motion control | Most partner movement reaches the other side | Good balance of damping and mobility | Calmest feel when a partner moves |
| Responsiveness | Fastest, easiest turns | Easy to move without feeling rigid | More effort required to change position |
| Edge feel | Firmest-feeling perimeter | Stable without feeling hard | EdgeGuard is present, but the top feels softer |
| Guarantee | 5 years | 5 years | 5 years |
Prices are retailer starting prices checked in August 2026 and may change by size, stock, or promotion.
How We Compared the Three Feels
Our mattress testing process rotated sleepers across all three models for full nights and shorter daytime checks. Notes focused on spinal support, shoulder and hip pressure, surface warmth, motion transfer, ease of turning, and edge stability. We also repeated ordinary movements—lying on the side and back, sitting upright, rolling over, and getting in and out of bed—because those actions reveal practical differences that a brief showroom lie-down can miss. Each category was scored on the same 5-point scale.
Lincoln Mattress: Our Testing Experience
Lincoln Firm
Our Testing Experience
Lincoln Firm feels flat, steady, and immediately supportive. Its 28 cm profile and 7/10 firmness kept the hips level during back sleeping and stomach sleeping, and the surface never developed the slow, enveloping feel of a thick foam bed. The same resistance was less forgiving on the side: the outer shoulder and hip became noticeable sooner than they did on Medium or Plush. Our scores captured that split, with support at 4.7/5, pressure relief at 3.5/5, and responsiveness at 4.3/5.
Movement across the bed was quick and low effort, which made Firm the easiest model for changing position. Its tight top also felt less insulating than the thicker comfort builds. Partner motion traveled more clearly, though, and the 3.6/5 motion-isolation score reflects the extra ripple we noticed when another sleeper rolled over.
What we liked
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Strong lift keeps the hips from sinking too deeply.
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The tight top makes turning and getting out of bed easy.
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Less padding gives it the airiest surface feel in the range.
Who it is best for
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Back sleepers who prefer a flat, structured surface.
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Stomach sleepers who need more support under the pelvis.
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Heavier sleepers who tend to compress thick comfort layers.
Where it falls short
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Lighter side sleepers may feel pressure at the shoulder and hip.
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Couples who wake easily may notice more partner movement.
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It offers little of the cushioned, body-hugging feel some shoppers want.
Pros & Cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Strong hip and waist support | Limited cushioning on the side |
| Fast, low-effort repositioning | More motion transfer than Medium or Plush |
| Airier tight-top feel | Too firm for shoppers seeking a plush surface |
Details
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Feel: Firm, 7/10
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Support: Precision7 seven-zone pocket springs with EdgeGuard
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Comfort build: Tight top with quilt, comfort, and support foam
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Thickness: 28 cm
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Sizes: Single, King Single, Double, Queen, King, Super King
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Guarantee: 5 years
Review Score
| Metric | Score | What We Found |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 4.1/5 | Excellent structure, but comfort depends strongly on sleep position |
| Support | 4.7/5 | Strong hold through the hips and lower back |
| Pressure relief | 3.5/5 | Shoulder and hip pressure appears sooner on the side |
| Cooling | 4.2/5 | Less padding leaves the surface feeling airier |
| Motion isolation | 3.6/5 | Rollovers are easier to notice across the bed |
| Responsiveness | 4.3/5 | Turns feel quick and require little effort |
| Edge support | 4.1/5 | The perimeter feels stable for sitting and sleeping |
| Durability outlook | 4.4/5 | The simpler, firmer comfort build should resist early softening well |
Lincoln Medium
Our Testing Experience
Lincoln Medium was the easiest model to settle into. The 30 cm mattress has a 5/10 feel, so the pillowtop yielded at the shoulder and hip without letting the pelvis drop too far during back sleeping. It earned 4.4/5 for pressure relief and 4.3/5 for support, a combination that worked better across different positions than either extreme in the range.
It also made the most sense as a shared bed for couples. Rollovers were less distracting than on Firm, yet the surface recovered quickly enough that changing position never felt labored. Motion isolation and responsiveness both scored 4.1/5. There is still some springiness, but it feels controlled rather than restless.
What we liked
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The pillowtop balances joint cushioning with steady support.
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Motion control improves without making the surface slow.
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It adapts well to side, back, and combination sleeping.
Who it is best for
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Combination sleepers who change positions during the night.
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Couples with different comfort preferences.
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Shoppers who want a true middle feel rather than a firm or plush extreme.
Where it falls short
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Very light side sleepers may still want more shoulder cushioning.
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Dedicated stomach sleepers may prefer Firm’s flatter surface.
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Anyone who dislikes spring response will still notice some bounce.
Pros & Cons
| Pros | Cons |
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| Best balance of support and cushioning | Still has noticeable spring response |
| More pressure relief than Firm | Not soft enough for every side sleeper |
| Most versatile choice for couples | Less contouring than a foam-heavy mattress |
Details
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Feel: Medium, 5/10
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Support: Precision7 seven-zone pocket springs with EdgeGuard
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Comfort build: Pillowtop with quilt, comfort, plush, and support foams
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Thickness: 30 cm
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Sizes: Single, King Single, Double, Queen, King, Super King
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Guarantee: 5 years
Review Score
| Metric | Score | What We Found |
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| Overall | 4.2/5 | The strongest blend of comfort, support, and versatility |
| Support | 4.3/5 | Keeps the hips aligned without feeling rigid |
| Pressure relief | 4.4/5 | The pillowtop gives noticeably more room at the joints |
| Cooling | 4.1/5 | Slightly warmer than Firm but comfortable for most sleepers |
| Motion isolation | 4.1/5 | Softens partner movement without feeling dull |
| Responsiveness | 4.1/5 | Easy turns with a cushioned landing |
| Edge support | 4.0/5 | EdgeGuard keeps the perimeter usable |
| Durability outlook | 4.1/5 | The balanced comfort stack should handle normal softening well |
Lincoln Plush
Our Testing Experience
Lincoln Plush has the softest first contact and the deepest cushioning in the range. Its 32 cm build and 3/10 feel let the shoulder and hip settle farther during side sleeping, which is why pressure relief reached 4.6/5. The seven-zone spring unit remains noticeable underneath, but back sleepers who need firm pelvic support may prefer Medium or Firm.
The thicker Eurotop absorbed partner movement best, earning 4.4/5 for motion isolation. That added cushioning also slowed turns, reflected in a 3.8/5 responsiveness score. EdgeGuard reinforces the perimeter on all three models, yet the Plush comfort layers still made sitting and sleeping near the side feel softer than on Firm.
What we liked
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The Eurotop provides the best shoulder and hip relief in the range.
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Partner movement is less likely to disturb the other side.
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The soft surface feels comfortable quickly, with little break-in needed.
Who it is best for
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Lighter side sleepers who do not compress firmer beds enough.
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Sleepers with pressure-sensitive shoulders or hips.
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Guest rooms where an immediately cushioned feel matters.
Where it falls short
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Hot sleepers may notice more warmth in the thicker top.
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Frequent position changers may find turns slower.
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Heavier stomach sleepers may need firmer pelvic support.
Pros & Cons
| Pros | Cons |
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| Best pressure relief in the range | Slower to change position on |
| Strongest motion isolation | Warmest of the three models |
| Soft, immediately comfortable Eurotop | Less suitable for heavier stomach sleepers |
Details
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Feel: Plush, 3/10
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Support: Precision7 seven-zone pocket springs with EdgeGuard
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Comfort build: High-loft Eurotop with quilt and contoured plush foams
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Thickness: 32 cm
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Sizes: Single, King Single, Double, Queen, King, Super King
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Guarantee: 5 years
Review Score
| Metric | Score | What We Found |
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| Overall | 4.0/5 | Excellent pressure relief with clear mobility trade-offs |
| Support | 3.9/5 | The spring core supports well, but the top allows more sink |
| Pressure relief | 4.6/5 | The most forgiving feel at the shoulders and hips |
| Cooling | 3.7/5 | The deeper comfort stack retains more surface warmth |
| Motion isolation | 4.4/5 | The Eurotop softens partner movement well |
| Responsiveness | 3.8/5 | More effort is needed to move out of the deeper cushioning |
| Edge support | 3.8/5 | EdgeGuard helps, though the top still feels softer near the side |
| Durability outlook | 3.9/5 | The deeper, softer comfort layers may show impressions sooner than Firm |
How the Lincoln Models Scored
| Mattress | Overall | Support | Pressure Relief | Cooling | Motion Isolation | Durability Outlook | Responsiveness |
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| Lincoln Firm | 4.1/5 | 4.7/5 | 3.5/5 | 4.2/5 | 3.6/5 | 4.4/5 | 4.3/5 |
| Lincoln Medium | 4.2/5 | 4.3/5 | 4.4/5 | 4.1/5 | 4.1/5 | 4.1/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Lincoln Plush | 4.0/5 | 3.9/5 | 4.6/5 | 3.7/5 | 4.4/5 | 3.9/5 | 3.8/5 |
Lincoln Medium is the strongest all-around performer. Firm leads in support and ease of movement but gives up pressure relief. Plush reverses that pattern: it cushions joints and dampens motion best, while sleeping warmer and requiring more effort for position changes.
Which Firmness Fits You?
Start with sleep position and body weight. Back and stomach sleepers who prefer a level surface should begin with Firm. Lighter side sleepers and anyone sensitive at the shoulder or hip should begin with Plush. Medium sits between them and is the safest starting point for combination sleepers, couples, and shoppers unsure which feel they prefer.
Temperature and mobility matter too. Firm has the thinnest comfort build and felt the least warm, while Plush has the deepest cushioning and the slowest response. If you sleep hot or change positions often, Firm or Medium is the better bet. If pressure relief matters more than quick movement, choose Medium or Plush.
Typical picks
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Lightweight side sleepers: Plush for maximum cushioning, or Medium for easier movement
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Average-weight combination sleepers: Medium for the most balanced feel
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Back and stomach sleepers: Firm for stronger pelvic support
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Couples with different sleep styles: Medium for the best compromise
What to Know Before You Buy
Lincoln Firm
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The 7/10 surface can feel rigid during side sleeping.
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Partner movement is easier to notice than on the softer models.
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The tight top offers limited cushioning.
Lincoln Medium
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It is not plush enough for every lightweight side sleeper.
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Pocket-spring bounce remains noticeable.
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It contours less deeply than a foam-heavy mattress.
Lincoln Plush
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The deeper Eurotop feels warmer than the other two models.
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The surface takes longer to rebound during position changes.
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Heavier stomach sleepers may not get enough pelvic lift.
How Lincoln Compares With New Zealand Alternatives
The Lincoln range stands out because it offers three clearly separated feels on the same Precision7 core and EdgeGuard perimeter. Medium and Plush add more cushioning without removing the responsive character of pocket springs, while Firm keeps the comfort stack simple and stable.
SleepMaker Hudson Medium costs less at the prices we checked and is made in New Zealand with pocket springs and Dunlop foam. Choose it when budget and local manufacture matter more than having seven-zone support or three closely matched firmness options.
Posture Elite Medium sits slightly above Lincoln Medium in the verified price comparison. Its foam-filled pillowtop and five-zone pocket-spring unit suit shoppers who want a firmer medium feel, while Lincoln Medium offers a more clearly defined seven-zone design and a softer first touch.
SleepMaker Hudson Deluxe Firm is the stronger upgrade for materials and warranty. It adds wool, latex, foam edge support, and a ten-year warranty at a starting price close to Lincoln Plush. Lincoln remains the simpler choice when selecting firmness is the priority; Hudson Deluxe makes more sense when premium comfort materials and longer coverage matter more.
Getting the Best From a Lincoln Mattress
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Use the full comfort-adjustment period before deciding that a new feel is wrong for you.
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If Firm presses on your shoulder, check pillow height before adding a topper.
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Pair Plush with breathable sheets and a light protector if you sleep warm.
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Couples should compare rollovers and getting out of bed, not just lie still in a showroom.
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Keep the mattress on a flat, supportive foundation so the zoning works evenly.
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Rotate the mattress from head to foot every three months, following Dreamland’s care guidance.
FAQs
Is Lincoln Firm too hard for side sleepers?
For many lighter side sleepers, yes. Its 7/10 feel keeps the body level but leaves less room for the shoulder and hip than Medium or Plush.
Which Lincoln Mattress is best for couples?
Medium is the safest overall choice because it balances motion control, support, and easy movement better than the other two feels.
Does Lincoln Plush feel like slow memory foam?
No. Its Eurotop allows more sink than Firm or Medium, but the pocket-spring core keeps the surface springier than a slow-response foam bed.
Which Lincoln model is best for hot sleepers?
Start with Firm, then Medium. Firm’s thinner comfort build felt the least insulating, while Plush was the warmest of the three.
