See our disclosure page for our list of comped products and affiliate programs. I get a lot of questions about the Purple mattress because of their creative marketing, so I was excited to try the mattress for myself. It’s made of a very unique material, so in some ways this mattress is difficult to compare to other popular options (see how Purple compares HERE). Overall I really liked the Purple mattress, but I had a few small complaints as well. It’s certainly a very unique mattress that is unlike anything I’ve tested before (until I tried Intellibed too, which uses the same technology). I think a lot of people are going to like the mattress, but it’s so unique that it might not be for everyone. Get $100 off the Purple mattress by clicking HERE Read on for my full Purple mattress review (and raw egg test). You will love the Purple mattress if you… Are looking for pressure relief – I found Purple’s unique material is actually great for pressure relief (that’s what they’re trying to show with the raw egg test).
Want the bed-in-a-b0x online business model – it’s hard to compare Purple to any other mattress (price-wise) due to the unique material, but the online-only business model still applies. Sleep in multiple positions – I thought Purple is one of the few mattresses that is comfortable when sleeping on the back, side, and stomach. Want to sleep cool – the Purple mattress definitely sleeps cool, cooler than almost any other mattress I have reviewed (and I tried it during the NYC summer). Get the best deal on the Purple mattress You may not like the Purple mattress if you… Want a mattress you understand – Is it memory foam? More like a latex mattress? It’s hard to categorize Purple, which may be difficult for some shoppers. Want durability proof – it’s possible that Purple may be more durable than other materials. However with a relatively new mattress, there’s really no way to tell, and traditional specs (eg foam density) don’t apply.
Since the Purple mattress has a unique comfort layer material (hyper-elastic polymer), it’s no surprise it has a very unique feel. Like a latex mattress, Purple springs back very quickly and sleeps cool. In terms of firmness, it’s probably a 7 out of 10 on the firmness scale – but it is also very pressure relieving as well, so I think the normal “firmness scale” isn’t as useful as it can be. Purple Mattress Raw Egg Test As you can see in the video, I had a good time with the raw egg test! This isn’t a scientific test, or one that is even performed on mattresses regularly, so I don’t know if I “did it correctly” in either attempt. No matter the results of a raw egg test, know that this test is meant to show that the mattress is very pressure relieving. And from my experience sleeping on the mattress, I found this to be true. The Purple mattress is made of three layers: 2 inches of hyper-elastic polymer 3.5 inches of 1.8 lb polyurethane foam
4.0 inches of 2.0 lb polyurethane foam The top layer is really the story of Purple, with a very unique material that accounts for the bounciness, pressure relief, and sleeping cool. Below is the cover, made of viscose (27%), polyester (69%), and polyester-lycra (4%). I found the mattress cover to be nice to the touch and very breathable. I wasn’t sure what to expect from the Purple mattress in terms of motion transfer since it doesn’t fall into the typical memory foam, latex foam, and innerspring categories. As you can see in the video below, the mattress performs quite well. It isn’t as good as a high quality memory foam mattress in terms of motion transfer, but I think it is a great option for most couples. Other things to note: Purple is sold only online They offer a 10 year warranty Purple recommends stretchy sheets to get the full benefits of the mattress They have a 100 night sleep trial period Overall I had a great experience sleeping on Purple.
The feeling is definitely unique, and a little hard to describe (sorry readers!), but I really liked it. Great for sleeping in any position, definitely pressure relieving, and it sleeps cool (it’s a top mattress pick for hot sleepers). It’s hard to know if you’re getting a great price, since there is really no competitor with similar materials, but I think the sleeping experience does compare favorably to other online-only mattresses sold at this price. It also made my top mattresses list. About the Author Joe Auer Joe has been working in the mattress industry for a number of years and is an active reviewer on Mattress Clarity.Looking for the best mattress for your money? To cut through the clutter of advertising you'll see out there, Consumer Reports has a look at the best mattresses and mattress retailers. The magazine broke out their findings by category: Traditional innerspring, memory foam and adjustable air. In each category, Consumer Reports recommends a best buy, as well as other mattresses they recommend based on ratings.
Innerspring: The Denver Mattress Doctor's Choice for $500. The Sealy Posturepedic Hybrid Trust Cushion for $1,275 is also a best buy in this category, with a higher rating, but it's obviously a bit more expensive. Memory foam: Tuft & Needle Ten for $600. (Message from Tuft & Needle: "We don't actually use any memory foam in our mattress. We use our own time of polyfoam, T&N Adaptive™ foam. We created it with a foam scientist to have the pressure relief and comfort of memory foam and the breathability and support of latex foam.") The Novaform 14" Serafina Pearl Gel (Costco) is also a "best buy" pick for this category, but it's more expensive at $800. Adjustable air: Sleep Number c2 Bed for $800. It's important to remember that price does not necessarily equate to satisfaction with mattresses. A more expensive mattress may not make for a better product. For more tips on finding the right mattress for you, check out Consumer Reports' buying guide here.
Read more: What you need to know about sleeping pills On the question of retailers, Consumer Reports ranked the Original Mattress Factory stores as the top choice for customer satisfaction. Costco Wholesale was a close second. The high placement for Costco may reflect their return policy on mattresses: A full money back refund without penalty and no time limit. That really makes Costco stand apart! I particularly like the warehouse clubs for mattress shopping, and I've long advised people to test the mattress right there in the store for an extended period. Bring a book or tablet to Costco or Sam's Club and get those mattresses off the displays or yank them off the walls. Then lay there for 15 minutes and see how you like the feel before you buy. There's one more option I want to mention to you. Casper is a new mattress company that's beloved by millennials. Their mattress comes via package delivery in this tiny box and you open it and watch it unfold before your eyes.