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Note: This is not a review. This is our plain-English explanation and overview of the updated TEMPUR-LuxeAdapt Collection, which was released in March 2024 (replacing the original version, which was released in 2018). Also see our coverage of the TEMPUR-ProAdapt, TEMPUR-LuxeAdapt, and TEMPUR-Breeze lines.
If you’d prefer to watch rather than read, check out our Adapt, ProAdapt, and LuxeAdapt video.
Summary: TEMPUR-Adapt Mattress Line
New in 2024, Tempur-Pedic’s new TEMPUR-Adapt Collection updates the legacy Adapt Collection while keeping and fine-tuning the same general sense of softness and pressure relief. There are two models in the new Adapt Collection - the Adapt Medium and the Adapt Medium Hybrid. Both of these are similar in terms of their overall feel, but differ slightly in terms of support.
Also know that some stores are calling this the Adapt "2.0" Collection. However, Tempur-Pedic is not doing this, so we’ve decided to omit the "2.0" and use the terminology that is present on their website.
Materials and Construction
Cover
The new Adapt Collection utilizes a stretch knit cover with inherent cool-to-the-touch qualities. This is accomplished with a rather high-tech yarn that has both a high density and heat capacity. The analogy we like to use to explain this is a marble surface. Think about how a marble surface compares in “coolness” to something that is lower density like a wooden table. This the same sense of immediate coolness that you’ll feel on the soft knit cover. And unlike with other means of creating a cool-to-the-touch surface (such as phase-change material), this inherent coolness won’t wash off or diminish over time.
Please note that if you’re comparing to the old Apapt Collection, the new cover is very similar, but with a more detailed blue pattern on the surface and dark gray (almost black) side panels.
Comfort Layers
Tempur-Pedic has a reputation for some of the most advanced memory foam in the industry. The new Adapt Collection is no exception to this. Both of these models use two formulations of memory foam designed to provide an initial sense of softness with a balanced and reassuring sense of deeper support.
The first is a layer of soft material that Tempur-Pedic is appropriately calling the "TEMPUR-Material Comfort Layer." This layer is very similar to what we saw in the old Adapt line, though that layer had a slightly different name in "TEMPUR-ES Material."
The second is a layer of slightly firmer and more supportive memory foam that Tempur-Pedic is, once again, appropriately calling the "TEMPUR-Material Support Layer." Based on Goodbed’s own metrics, we would call this an "HD" or "High Density" Memory Foam. In addition, this layer appears slightly different to the old Adapt line where it was just called "TEMPUR-Material." Tempur-Pedic has also informed us that there have been subtle changes to their foams to improve pressure relief, and while we haven’t evaluated these under a microscope, we think that these claim are probably accurate.
Support Layers
The support layers are where the Adapt Medium and Adapt Medium Hybrid diverge.
The Adapt Medium is an all-foam mattress that uses Tempur-Pedic’s tried-and-true double layer of supportive poly foam. This is the same type of support layer found on almost all of Tempur-Pedic’s all-foam models.
The Adapt Medium Hybrid, however, uses a densely packed system of pocket springs to provide support. These differ from pocket springs used in most other mattresses in that they are a higher gauge (re: a slightly thinner wire), and in a very high overall coil count. This allows the Adapt Medium Hybrid to provide a high level of support that matches the conformance and pressure relief of the memory foam.
Softness and Feel
Both of the Adapt models are similar in terms of their overall feel.
In terms of Softness, we gave the Adapt Medium a 4 (we call this a Medium Firm) and the Adapt Medium Hybrid a 5 (right at Medium). Both of these scores are right in the middle of our firmness scale and would be suitable for most sleeping positions.
We also found that both models had a lot of Memory Feel. This is a metric we use to gauge the “slow-melting” sensation and delayed recovery that is characteristic of memory foam. We gave each model a 7 on this scale. This is a greater than average amount of Memory Feel, though it is slightly less than what we see with the ProAdapt and LuxeAdapt Collections.
The major difference between the models was in terms of Bounce. As you might expect, we found that the all-foam Adapt Medium had almost no bounce at all (a 2 on our scale) whereas the Adapt Medium Hybrid had a fair bit more (a 5 on our scale).
| Model | Softness | Memory Feel |
| Adapt Medium | Medium Firm (4) | High (7) |
| Adapt Medium Hybrid | Medium (5) | High (7) |
(The metrics shown here are based on the GoodBed Rating Scale, which is standardized across all brands using objective measurements, and therefore may differ from the manufacturer’s stated softness levels.)
If you’d like to compare these to other mattresses on the market, take a look at our new compare tool.
Who We Think These Are Best For
We think that both Adapt models are excellent options for most sleepers and most sleeping positions. Though these are positioned towards the entry-level in the greater Tempur-Pedic line, both offer the uniquely engineered foams and attention to detail that’s made Tempur-Pedic a worldwide name. If you like memory foam, then these are both excellent options.
The only people that we’d steer away from the Adapt models would be those that don’t like memory foam or those that want a faster-responding memory foam. And even in those cases, they still might take a look at the Adapt Medium Hybrid, which is significantly more responsive than the Tempur-Pedics of old.
Additionally, the Adapt Collection also doesn't have an extremely soft or an extremely firm model, so if you're looking for something on either end of the softness spectrum you might be better served by the ProAdapt or the LuxeAdapt Collection.
What It Costs: TEMPUR-Adapt Mattress Series
Prices shown are list prices. Remember that GoodBed keeps our site current with the best available discounts on online mattresses, many of which are exclusive discounts for our readers.
Models are available at many mattress stores as well as through the Tempur-Pedic website, which has a store locator.
Delivery, Returns, & Warranty
Delivery
- Free white-glove delivery
Tempur-Pedic mattresses are available in many stores, whose delivery and return policies will vary. For orders placed online directly through Tempur-Pedic, free white-glove delivery is included, meaning movers will unpack and set up the mattress in the room of your choice, and removing any packaging materials.
Returns
- 90-night trial period
- Full refund less $175 pickup fee
For orders placed online, Tempur-Pedic offers a 90-night trial period, with at least a 30 day required trial. Should you wish to return the mattress, a $175 return pickup and shipping fee will apply.
Warranty
- Warranty Length: 10 years
- Indentation Coverage: 3/4” and above
One of the biggest, if not THE biggest complaints about any mattress from consumers regards body impressions—the inability of a mattress to spring back, eventually creating a low spot/sinkhole in the mattress. As such, mattress warranties all contain a term defining how big a sag or ‘body impression’ (measured when no one is on the mattress) is considered a defect, and thus covered under the warranty. The industry standard for mattresses is generally between ¾” and 1.5”. Tempur-Pedic has chosen to cover indentations that meet or exceed 3/4”. Practically speaking, that means any softening or sagging would need to be at least that deep before the warranty would offer you protection.
