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Amazon's number one selling 'super comfortable' inflatable mattress down by 32%
If children are nagging to have a sleepover, a surprise guest turns up on the doorstep or a member of the family would love to come to stay there are a number of solutions to accommodate them.
A spare room is the obvious one but not every home has this capacity, a sofa bed is useful but expensive, so an inflatable bed might be the answer for many people - one that easily packs away but can be released and save the day.
The OlarHike inflatable mattress with built-in electric pump is Amazon's number one best seller in the inflatable beds category with over 3,000 bought last month according to the retailer. The bed is currently reduced by 32% from £99.99 to £67.98.
The manufacturer states that the built-in pump inflates or deflates the air mattress in just 3-4 minutes, a durable internal structure offers consistent full-body support, and a durable internal structure offers consistent full-body support. The bed, once fully inflated, measures 190cm in length, 140cm in width and 46cm in height with a weight capacity of up to 300kg.
One customer cannot contain their excitement for the product, saying: "I LOVE this - my old mattress had seen better days and I really could not afford a new one so bought this as a stop-gap until I can afford a new one. In all honesty don't think I will buy another mattress as this one is so comfortable. Great product, good value for money, and exceeds expectations."
Another buyer is impressed with the comfort of the bed, commenting: "This bed is absolutely brilliant.. I tested it out last night it was super comfortable loads of space to move about. Purchased for guests visiting our home next week, it's super easy to inflate and deflate and pack away as well... love it."
Alternatives to the OlarHike bed from Amazon are the Intex Queensize Inflatable Camping Air Bed priced £85 from Argos and the Active Era Comfort Plus Double Air Bed available from Robert Dyas costing £73.99.
But the OlarHike inflatable bed seems to be a hit with most of its buyers, with one commenting: "Inflates quickly and deflating is just as simple. Worth the money. Really sturdy and comfortable too, and a fitted sheet stays in place." For more homes, garden and interiors content, sign up to our newsletter here
The inflatable bed has multiple uses according to customers, including as a guest bed and as a camping bed, with one customer saying: "It has been used a few times now and all my guests have commented on how comfy it is. Easy to inflate/deflate using a power socket. Folds up and easily fits into the carry bag" and another adding: "Went camping for a week this bed was amazing. It inflated instantly. Great height and comfort."
However not every buyer of the thousands who left a product review are delighted. One says: "Very noisy to inflate. Husband fell off it in the night. Gives my son backache and too hard. Does the job but for an odd night here and there. Too expensive for what it is" while another comments: "It's ok for the price. But it seems to lose air quite quickly. Fairly comfy for a night's sleep but needs topping up every evening."
The manufacturer's product details might explain the perceived issue with loss of air, stating, 'during the first few uses, the PVC material may naturally stretch and expand, which can temporarily reduce firmness. This is a normal process and is often mistaken for a leak. If you notice a drop in firmness, simply re-inflate the bed to restore optimal support'.
