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title: "UK King vs Super King Mattress Size | BedGuide"
description: "UK King vs Super King dimensions: 150×200 cm versus 180×200 cm width, space per sleeper and sheet compatibility."
url: "https://bedguide.co.uk/compare/uk-king-vs-uk-super-king/"
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sizing comparison

#  UK King vs UK Super King

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In short

  A UK King mattress is typically 150 × 200 cm; a UK Super King is typically 180 × 200 cm. Both share 200 cm length — longer than UK Double at 190 cm — while Super King adds 30 cm of width for couples who need more personal space.

     UK King

    UK Super King

Size names are not global. Confirm centimetres before importing EU or US “King” products into a UK frame.

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What is the difference between UK King and UK Super King?

  A UK King mattress is typically 150 × 200 cm; a UK Super King is typically 180 × 200 cm. Both share 200 cm length — longer than UK Double at 190 cm — while Super King adds 30 cm of width for couples who need more personal space.

| Criterion | UK King | UK Super King |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Width × length | 150 × 200 cm | 180 × 200 cm |
| Approx. width per sleeper (two adults) | ~75 cm each | ~90 cm each |
| Length vs UK Double | 10 cm longer than 190 cm Doubles | 10 cm longer than 190 cm Doubles |
| Common confusion | Narrower than many EU Kings (~160 cm) | Still distinct from Emperor (~200 × 200 cm) |

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Who is UK King for — and who should skip it?

- Room width is limited but you want 200 cm length
- Two sleepers need moderate extra width over a Double

  [Full UK King guide →](/sizing/uk-standard-bed-sizes/)

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Who is UK Super King for — and who should skip it?

- Couples want near-Single width each
- The room can accept an 180 cm-wide footprint

  [Full UK Super King guide →](/sizing/uk-standard-bed-sizes/)

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Frequently asked questions

###  Is UK King the same as US King?
  No. US King is typically about 76 × 80 inches (~193 × 203 cm) — a different standard. Always compare millimetres/centimetres.

   **Educational comparison only.**
BedGuide does not sell beds or mattresses and does not recommend brands.
      Last reviewed 2026-08-03.

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