10 Best Mattress Protectors 2024 | UK Interior Designer Reviewed

While IMFAA might not be a brand on the tip of everyone's lips, they have somewhat of a cult following online. Just look at the reviews – it has the best part of 10,000, 90% of which give the product 4 stars or above. Why is this? Well, this protector offers everything one could want. 

It's made from breathable natural cotton while also being waterproof, antibacterial and anti-allergen, plus it is temperature regulating, comfortable and large enough to cover even deeper mattresses. But there's one brilliant factor, which is that it's an absolute steal! Sometimes you get what you pay for, but other times, you get more. 

John Lewis is synonymous with quality products, so it's no surprise that a few of their protectors ended up on our list. This specialist offering, meanwhile, is the best of the lot. The quilted, 100% cotton cover is soft and naturally breathable.

Silentnight are the self-proclaimed sleep experts. So, the chances are, they know a thing or two about creating quality sleeping accessories to go along with their popular mattresses. This is their anti-allergy protector, which focuses on blocking bacteria and allergens and keeps your mattress fresh and clean. 

Their own anti-allergen fibres are endorsed by the British Allergy Foundation, which is the ultimate seal of approval. Better yet, the fabric can also be machine washed without you needing to worry about the treatment becoming damaged. 

This offering from Panda is made from 70% bamboo and 30% cotton, making it eco-friendly, waterproof, antibacterial, hypoallergenic and generally just a pleasure to sleep on. It's also designed to be as unintrusive as possible, meaning it should do its work silently in the background. 

Additionally, this mattress protector can be machine washed and tumble dried, which is always a winner. It is a little bit more expensive than the other options, hence why it isn't higher up the ranking. However, if you're willing to pay that little bit more for luxury, we assure you it will be money well spent. 

As the name suggests, this product from GMtextiles is sold to hotels up and down the UK. It will add an extra protective layer as well as a boost of soft comfort due to the bouncy quilted layer over the top. 

Microfibre has been used here as a solid alternative to both feather and down that's completely allergen-friendly. The protectors are also available in a wide array of sizes – seven in total – so there's sure to be something that fits your mattress.

Olivia Rocco is a new British homeware brand founded in the heart of Manchester. Their aim is simple – to make affordable goods from top-quality materials. This design employs a zippered fit on three sides of the cover and their patented enclosure system to secure against anything getting in or out of there. 

The protector is polyester, so while it won't be as breathable as natural materials, it does help keep the price down. The validity of the waterproof claims has also come under question a few times, so perhaps water-resistant would be a more accurate description for this one. 

This fitted mattress protector from Amazon's own brand Umi is good value for money and comes with a host of excellent ratings. It's made from terry cotton with a membrane coating that protects against spillages, giving the best of both worlds. In addition to that, the sheet is hypoallergenic, making it perfect for kids or anyone with allergens, asthma or eczema.

Moreover, it's quiet too, even with this additional membrane, and the material is machine washable for easy cleaning. Some people have found that it can lose its shape pretty easily, so you may want to be delicate when hanging, just to make sure it doesn't sag too much.

High Living offer many different sizes here from cot to super king, all of which offer membrane protection against incontinence and spillages as well as allergens. The encasing has three-sided covered zippers, plus these zips are bug-locked, ensuring that none of the little creatures will make their way in. 

Due to the materials used for its high protection, some buyers have found this cover to be quite loud, which could be a problem if you're a light sleeper or someone who moves around a lot during the night. Still, if you are struggling with a bed bug problem, it could be worth the noise. 

This 100% cotton protector is light and breathable with a quilted layer on the top for extra comfort and softness. Furthermore, the company uses their antibacterial Micro-Fresh tech to ensure the prevention of odour-growing bacteria and lasting freshness. 

John Lewis & Partners claim the Micro-Fresh reduces 99.9% of bacteria growth, which won't only help the mattress but your bedding as well. It also comes in a good range of sizes including small single and double options. However, you'll want to wash with care as it is known to be prone to shrinkage. 

This protector from John Lewis is designed to safeguard your mattress as well as buffer changes in temperature during the night. Interestingly, the Outlast technology used by the company was invented by NASA to help them with sudden temperature changes, so if it's good enough for space, it should be fine for your semi-detached in Barnsley.

However, despite it being a premium option that deals with temperatures well, it is missing a few other features that stop it from being higher up the list. For example, there is no waterproofing nor any antibacterial qualities, which for this price, you'd expect.