Imperial 2000 Firm Pocket Spring Review
A conventional pocket-sprung mattress done well: 2,000 individually pocketed springs, zoned support and a firm, responsive surface.
£549
King reference price checked by Buyers Guide UK. Prices can change.
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Our verdict
If you dislike the sinking feel of foam, the Imperial 2000 is our pick. It is a straightforward firm pocket-sprung mattress with a V45 memory-foam comfort layer on top, and the spring count is generous for the price.
Best for
- Sleepers who dislike the sinking feel of foam
- Back sleepers wanting firm support
- Buyers replacing a traditional sprung mattress like for like
- Couples who want independently moving springs
Consider an alternative if
- You sleep mainly on your side
- You want a plush or pillow-top surface
- You want the deepest possible foam contouring
- You want a hybrid with more comfort-layer depth
Why we picked the Imperial 2000 Firm Pocket Spring
We selected the Imperial 2000 as the clearest representative of a classic pocket-sprung mattress in our guide. The springs move independently, the surface stays firm, and the comfort layer is thin enough that the sprung feel comes through.
At £549 King, the specification makes it a competitive option within our current shortlist.
It is currently:
- our Best Pocket-Sprung Mattress
- included among our Top 3 Pocket-Sprung Mattresses
At £549 King it sits between the £441 Majestic 11000 Extra Firm and the £637 LuxeErgo 3400, both of which are worth comparing if firmness or spring specification is your priority.
How it compares with other mattresses in our guide
Imperial 2000 Firm Pocket Spring
Traditional pocket-sprung feel
£549
Current review
Majestic 11000 Extra Firm
Cheaper, firmer foam support
£441
Read review
LuxeErgo 3400 Premium Hybrid
Dual spring system step-up
£637
Read review
Luxe-Latex Natural Pillow Top 5000
Premium pocket-sprung with natural fillings
£1,299
Read review
Materials and construction
The details below are limited to specifications we hold verified product information for.
- Mattress type
- Pocket sprung
- Firmness
- Firm
- Spring count
- 2,000 pocket springs
- Construction
- 2,000 pocket springs with V45 memory-foam comfort layer and zoned support
- Available sizes
- Single to Super King
- Reference price
- £549 (King)
Mattress depth, cover materials, trial period, guarantee, delivery terms and manufacturing origin are not listed because we have not verified them. Confirm these with the retailer before buying.
Is it good value for money?
Two thousand pocket springs with zoned support at £549 King is a competitive specification within our current shortlist.
The honest caveat is firmness: this is a firm mattress, and firmness is subjective. If you are unsure, the trial terms matter as much as the specification, so check them with the retailer before you order.
Who should buy the Imperial 2000 Firm Pocket Spring?
The traditionalist
You have always slept on springs, you like the responsive feel, and you are not looking to be converted to foam.
Firm-support back sleeper
You want your lower back held up rather than allowed to settle into a soft comfort layer.
Couple wanting low disturbance
Individually pocketed springs limit how much movement crosses the bed when one of you turns over.
Alternatives worth considering
LuxeErgo 3400 Premium Hybrid
£637
Dual spring system with more comfort-layer engineering
Read our LuxeErgo 3400 Premium Hybrid reviewMajestic 11000 Extra Firm
£441
Cheaper and firmer, foam rather than sprung
Read our Majestic 11000 Extra Firm reviewLuxe-Latex Natural Pillow Top 5000
£1,299
Premium natural pocket-sprung step-up
Read our Luxe-Latex Natural Pillow Top 5000 reviewIs the Imperial 2000 Firm Pocket Spring right for you?
For buyers who want a proper pocket-sprung mattress rather than a foam one, the Imperial 2000 is the most sensible option in our guide. Side sleepers should look at a softer hybrid instead.
Affiliate disclosure: Buyers Guide UK may earn a commission if you purchase through our links, at no extra cost to you. Our selections are based on research and comparison of published specifications, retailer pricing and credible independent reviews — not on hands-on laboratory testing.