Wakefit XpertGRID Essential Mattress Review

We used the 72-by-36-inch, 5-inch mattress for two weeks on a slatted platform frame, rotating it once after the first week. After 48 hours of expansion, the center measured 5.0 inches high. Testers slept on their backs and sides and rated the feel 6 out of 10, with 10 representing the firmest surface.

For temperature testing, we recorded the surface before use, after 30 minutes of contact, and five minutes after getting up. The surface rose 4.2°F during the 30-minute interval and cooled to within 1.3°F of its starting temperature after five minutes. A 44-pound load compressed the center by 1.2 inches and the area two inches from the edge by 1.7 inches. For motion isolation, three 10-pound ball drops from 12 inches produced an average peak reading of 0.12 g at a sensor 18 inches away. We also timed rebound after removing the load, checked shoulder and hip pressure in both sleep positions, and inspected the surface for early impressions.

The grid was easy to notice through a thin cotton sheet, so we started there before switching to regular percale bedding. On the side, the top layer flexed enough for the shoulder without letting the hips sink sharply. On the back, the HR-foam core kept the pelvis level, though the shallow profile felt less forgiving when more weight was concentrated through the midsection.

Marcus, the warmest sleeper on the team, noticed less heat around his torso than he usually feels on dense foam. That matched the temperature readings: the surface warmed gradually and released most of that heat soon after he stood up. Mia liked the shoulder relief in side sleeping but could still feel the grid pattern after staying still for a long stretch.

Jenna and Ethan shared the bed during the partner tests. Turns and careful exits rarely crossed the center strongly enough to wake the other person, which supports the 4.4 motion-isolation score. The trade-off appeared when both testers moved outward. The perimeter dipped about half an inch more than the center under the same 44-pound load, and sitting near the edge felt less secure than lying there. Repositioning was much easier: the surface recovered almost immediately after pressure was removed and never produced the slow, trapped feeling of soft memory foam.

What we liked

• The surface released heat quickly and stayed less clammy than dense foam
• Partner movement remained well contained for a responsive mattress
• The grid rebounded quickly, making position changes easy

Who it is best for

• Hot sleepers and people in warm bedrooms
• Side sleepers and back sleepers who want a medium, lightly buoyant feel
• Couples who value motion control more than firm edges

Where it falls short

• The perimeter compresses more than the center when sitting or lying near it
• The 5-inch version lacks enough depth for many heavier sleepers
• The grid texture remains noticeable to sleepers who prefer a smooth top layer

• Verified price: ₹9,914 for the 72-by-36-by-5-inch listing; promotional pricing can change.
• Feel: Medium with a gentle, elastic bounce and firmer support underneath.
• Tested thickness: 5 inches.
• Construction: XpertGRID layer over an HR-foam core.
• Top layer: 1-inch hyper-elastic polymer grid with more than 3,200 open-air channels.
• Cover: Removable 250 GSM knitted zip cover; machine-wash cold on a gentle cycle and air-dry.
• Sizes: Standard and custom options.
• Cooling design: Open grid and breathable knit cover.
• Shipping: Free shipping.
• Trial: 100 days.
• Warranty: 7-year manufacturer warranty.

Choose the XpertGRID Essential if you sleep hot, want a medium feel, and dislike the slow response of soft memory foam. The tested 5-inch version works best for a lighter to average-weight sleeper on a sturdy, level base. Side sleepers should make sure the grid does not feel distracting at the shoulder, while back sleepers should check that their hips remain level rather than dropping through the shallow support core.

Couples gain more from the motion control than from the usable edge area. If both people regularly sleep near the perimeter, move up to a wider size or consider a mattress with a reinforced edge. Shoppers choosing among thicknesses should also remember that these findings apply to the 5-inch build; a deeper version can feel more substantial.

For a similar local price, the SleepyCat Original offers a smoother, medium-feel foam surface and is available in 5- and 6-inch versions. Wakefit’s 6-inch Elevate uses pocket springs and memory foam, giving it more depth and bounce at roughly the same verified price. Purple is the closest grid-style comparison, but its 9.25-inch Original mattress is a much more expensive U.S.-market step-up. Nectar Classic is another U.S. option with a deeper, smoother memory-foam feel and a longer trial.

The 5-inch profile is the main limitation. It feels less substantial under concentrated weight, especially at the hips, and its edge does not offer a firm seat. The grid also creates a texture that some sleepers can detect through thin sheets. A fitted protector softens that sensation, though a thick topper would reduce the airflow that makes this mattress appealing. Finally, the two-week test showed no early impressions but was too short to determine how the polymer grid and foam will hold up over several years.

SleepyCat Original: This is the closest straightforward Indian-market price comparison. Its open-cell memory foam feels smoother and less textured, while the XpertGRID Essential rebounds faster and moves heat away from the body more directly. Choose SleepyCat if you want familiar foam; choose Wakefit if cooling and easy turning come first.

Wakefit Elevate: The 6-inch Elevate combines pocket springs with memory foam and was listed near the XpertGRID Essential’s price when verified. It feels deeper, softer, and bouncier. The Essential isolates movement more cleanly and has a cooler, more distinctive surface, while the Elevate suits shoppers who want spring support and a more conventional mattress feel.

Purple Mattress: Purple is the closest match in construction because it also uses a flexible polymer grid. Its 9.25-inch Original mattress has a 2-inch grid and a more substantial support system, but it costs far more and is sold primarily in the U.S. It is a step-up for shoppers who already like the grid sensation, not a direct budget rival.

Tuft & Needle Original: This 10-inch U.S. all-foam mattress has a medium-firm, responsive feel without a grid texture. It is easier to recommend to sleepers who want a smooth surface, though it lacks the Wakefit’s open-grid ventilation and sits in a higher price tier.

Helix Midnight: The 11.5-inch Midnight is a medium-feel hybrid designed around side-sleeper pressure relief. Its coils provide far more depth and support than the 5-inch Essential, making it the stronger choice for a primary bed and heavier use. The trade-offs are a much higher U.S. price and a bulkier build.

• Use a thin, breathable protector if the grid texture feels too obvious.
• Place the mattress on a sturdy, level base; flexible or widely spaced slats can make the center feel softer.
• Allow a few nights for your shoulders and hips to adjust to the grid.
• Rotate the mattress every three to four months to spread wear more evenly.
• Machine-wash the removable cover on a cold, gentle cycle and air-dry it.
• Pair it with percale sheets and a light comforter to preserve the cooling benefit.
• Center the mattress on the frame so both sleepers have equal access to the firmer middle area.
• If you sit at the bedside every day, use a bench for shoes instead of repeatedly loading the soft perimeter.

It feels closer to responsive foam with a light elastic bounce. It does not have the deep, slow sink of memory foam or the pronounced rebound of coils.

Yes. The open grid released heat quickly in our temperature checks, and the surface felt less clammy than dense foam during warm nights.

Motion isolation is one of its strongest qualities. Turns and careful exits stayed localized, but both sleepers will notice the softer perimeter if they regularly use the full width.

Yes. Unzip the cover, machine-wash it in cold water on a gentle cycle, and let it air-dry. Avoid bleach and high heat.