Purple Original
GoodBed Expert Review
Our Take on Purple Original
Founder of GoodBed, Leading Mattress Expert
BEST if you
- Want a mattress with a medium amount of softness
- Are mainly a back sleeper
- Prefer no 'memory feel' in your mattress
- Would like a mattress with the best possible adjustable base compatibility
- Want it be very easy to move around and change positions during the night
- Enjoy a happy medium between sleeping 'on' your mattress versus 'in' it
- Prefer products that have been more extensively tested by GoodBed
- Like a little bounce in your mattress, but not much
NOT IDEAL if you
- Weigh 225 lb or more, especially if you sleep on your side or stomach
- Often sleep close to the edge of your bed (edge support is just OK)
- Want a natural or organic mattress (though this mattress is still OK in terms of avoiding harmful chemicals)
Purple Mattress Review
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Materials & Construction
| Cover | Stretch knit ("SoftFlex Cover") |
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| Comfort Layers | 2″ hyper-elastic gel polymer ("GelFlex Grid with Edge Support Foam") |
| Transition Layers | 3.5″ HD poly foam |
| Support Layers | 4″ HD base foam |
| Total Thickness | 9.5'' |
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Purple Original vs. Other Beds
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Where to Buy
Purple Original
Purple Online Seller
- Free delivery
- 100-day return policy
- Financing available
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Frequently Asked Questions
Purple Original
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In our evaluation of the Purple Original mattress, we found it to be a Medium (5) on the GoodBed rating scale (1= firmest, 9 = softest).
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Mattress matching is highly personal. This is why GoodBed refuses to publish bogus "best mattress" lists and instead created an advanced mattress matching tool called the GoodBed Quiz. This quiz can assess your requirements in just a few minutes, and then calculate your personal Match Score for the Purple Original mattress, along with any of the other 800+ mattresses that we've evaluated.
To see your Match Score for the Purple Original, simply use this link to take the GoodBed Quiz. Your Match Score for this mattress will be shown at the top of your quiz results, and will include a detailed explanation of how it matches up with your personal mattress requirements. Each Match Score is based on over 50 different Mattress DNA™ attributes that we measure through our proprietary mattress testing framework.
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Yes, the Purple Original mattress is adjustable base compatible. This means it is designed to be used on an adjustable base without incurring damage or voiding the warranty. In our review of this mattress, we tested it on an adjustable base to look for any adverse effects as the head and foot are elevated, and to see how well it conforms to the contours of the base both with and without the weight of a sleeper. Overall, we found the Purple Original to have exceptional adjustable base compatibility.
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- Length: 10-year warranty.
- Indentation coverage: 1" and deeper.
- Proration: 10 years of full ("non-prorated") replacement coverage.
- Other Notes: Mattress cover has a shorter 2-year warranty.
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Here are the in-home trial details for mattresses purchased from the Purple website:
- Policy: Comfort Guarantee -- Mattresses can be returned for refund for up to 100 days (after 30 day minimum trial).
- Notes: If you buy directly from us and decide to return it, we'll find a local donation center to come pick it up for you.
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Here are the delivery terms for mattresses purchased from the Purple website:
- Policy: Delivery available - Free with any mattress purchase
- Set-up: Set-up not available
- Removal: Removal of old mattress not available
- Timing: 1-5 days in the US and Canada.
- Notes: Free UPS delivery to your door in the continental US.
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Additional Information
General Description
The bed that broke the internet, has gone from great, to even greater – with new premium features to give you a sleep worth daydreaming about.
SoftFlex Cover
Custom, super-soft wave knit that delivers tons of stretch to help maximize the flexing properties of the Purple Grid. The breathable design also promotes airflow so you sleep perfectly cool.
2” Purple Grid
Balanced No Pressure Support Engineered to flex directly under your pressure points while supporting the rest of your body.
Dual Layered Comfort Foam
Soft and responsive comfort layer atop a firm, supportive layer. Purple is built to last, using high-density foam.
The Purple Mattress uses the Purple Grid to eliminate pressure points and allow airflow so you sleep cool and comfortable. In other words, your hips and shoulders will be perfectly cradled while fully supporting your back. Stop compromising between comfort and support and get the best of both worlds with the Purple Mattress.
- Instant No Pressure Support, The Purple Grid is designed to dynamically flex under pressure so your shoulders and hips are cradled while your back is fully supported.
- Open air channels and temperature-neutral materials for cooler sleep. It has thousands of open air channels that feel cool as you lie down and neutralize your body heat through the night so you sleep comfortably cool all night long.
- Motion isolating technology
- Made with Hyper-Elastic Polymer, the Purple Grid lasts at least as long as ordinary mattresses and is guaranteed for 10 years under Purple's full warranty.
- CertiPUR-US certified foam base
Mattress Build
Top Layer:
- 2” Hyper-Elastic Polymer material in Smart Comfort Grid
- Non-toxic polyethylene copolymer powder coating
Middle Layer:
- 3.5” 1.8 lbs density polyurethane foam (CertiPUR-US certified)
Base Layer:
- 4” 2.0 lbs density polyurethane foam (CertiPUR-US certified)
Cover:
- White Knit Fabric: 29% Viscose, 67% Polyester, 4% Lycra (all +/- 5%)
- Weight: 450 g/m2 (+/- 10%)
- Non-Slip Bottom: 100% Polyester stitch bond with non-FR coating
- Fire Retardant: Non-Toxic Knit Barrier (not chemically treated)
Other Details
- Sturdy packaging with convenient handles
- Full 10-Year Warranty
- 100-Night No Pressure Guarantee
- Free shipping to all 48 contiguous states
From the GoodBed Editors:
To determine whether the original Purple is the right choice for you, read GoodBed's expert review of the original Purple mattress or watch our in-depth video review of the original Purple mattress.
Mattress Specifications:
- Cover Details: 29% Viscose, 67% Polyester, 4% Polyester-Lycra (all +- 5%)
- Gel Details: 2" Hyper-Elastic Polymer material in Purple Grid. Non-toxic polyethylene copolymer powder coating.
- Support Foam Details: 4" 2.0 lbs density polyurethane foam
- Middle Foam Layer Details: 3.5" 1.8 lbs density polyurethane foam
Warranty
- Length: 10-year warranty.
- Indentation coverage: 1" and deeper.
- Proration: 10 years of full ("non-prorated") replacement coverage.
- Other Notes: Mattress cover has a shorter 2-year warranty.
About This Model
| Status | Active (released 2015) |
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| Manufacturer | Purple |
| Line | Purple Essential |
| Comfort Level | Medium |
| Surface Type | Unquilted |
| Support Type | Foam |
| Build Details |
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