Purple Mattress Review (2024)
Updated: November 20, 2024
Alex Forest
Sleep Content Specialist
Our Rankings
Edge support and
motion isolation are factored into our overall mattress ratings. These scores are shown in green (scores of 5.0+), yellow (3.0–4.9), or red (2.9 and below).
Firmness,
bounce, and cooling features are a matter of personal preference and aren’t part of our rating system, so these scores are shown in grey.
6.4 /10
9.5 /10
7.5 /10
7.8 /10
2.5 /10
Product Details
Purple Restore Hybrid is 11.5″ tall and is available in two firmness options, Soft and Firm. We ordered the Firm version for this review. However, third-party engineer testing (commissioned by us) proved that the mattress has a medium-firm feel, making it softer than advertised. The mattress also has excellent edge support and very good motion isolation.
The Purple Restore Hybrid mattress cover is made from polyester, rayon, elastic, and an unknown “sheath/core” polymer yarn. The cover isn’t machine washable. Purple also states the mattress is too heavy to be used with a traditional box spring, or even certain bed frames. In fact, the law label on the mattress we purchased says Purple Restore Hybrid is designed to be used without a foundation.
Purple’s main selling feature is the GelFlex® Grid in the top layer. It’s famously marketed using the company’s well-known “egg test.” This polymer grid is engineered to provide soft, supportive pressure-point relief. But while pressure-point relief is important in a mattress, it’s just one part of what makes a mattress comfortable.
Consider competitor mattress Octave Vista. This mattress also offers pressure-point relief and an innovative five-zoned support system for extra support beneath your back, hips, and knees. Vista comes with advanced cooling features like a cooling nanofibre cover, ventilated foam for breathability, phase-change material to keep temperatures comfortable, and a copper infusion in the memory foam to conduct heat away from your body.
Vista is far more affordably priced at $899 for a queen size, with a much longer 365-night sleep trial and 15-year warranty. If Octave can offer all of this value for almost a quarter of the cost, it’s not clear why Purple can’t do the same.
Shipping Cost
Free shipping within the United States
Ideal For: Back Sleepers, Side Sleepers, Stomach Sleepers
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Purple Restore Mattress Sizes & Prices
Note: Original prices on the Purple website are in USD. Every two weeks, we check these prices and convert them to CAD for easy reference.
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Delivery, Sleep Trial & Returns
Purple Restore Hybrid only ships within the United States and is not available for purchase in Canada. It can only be purchased if you organize cross-border shipping with a third-party courier like we did. This shipping can take several weeks and you may run into other delays. For example, the first time we tried to order Purple Restore Hybrid, it was lost during shipping and arrived shortly after the replacement mattress.
Purple offers a 100-night sleep trial and a 10-year manufacturer’s warranty for Purple Restore Hybrid. The warranty only covers manufacturing defects. It’s also voided if you remove the mattress cover. The cover also has its own 2-year warranty, but this is only for manufacturing defects.
It’s not clear whether you can use the sleep trial and warranty if you live in Canada. Even if that’s the case, you would need to ship the mattress back to Purple yourself.
In comparison, other premium mattresses like Octave Vista come with a much longer 365-night sleep trial and 15-year warranty. This makes it easy and risk-free to test the mattress at home. If you decide to return an Octave mattress, the company arranges free return pickup with a full refund. Your mattress is also donated to a local charity or recycled, depending on what options are available where you live.
Rest easy with Octave Vista’s 365-night sleep trial and 15-year warranty.
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Purple Mattress Construction
Purple Restore Hybrid stands 11.5″ tall and has 3 interior layers. The brand’s proprietary GelFlex® Grid and all foam layers are CertiPUR-US® and CleanAir GOLD certified.
- Layer 1: The top (comfort) layer includes Purple’s flexible 2″ GelFlex polymer grid. It’s designed to dissipate heat and relieve pressure. This grid is encased in edge support foam along the sidewalls.
- Layer 2: The middle (transition) layer is 1.5″ of adaptive polyurethane foam that conforms to your body’s shape. This adds to the mattress’s overall comfort, and prevents you from feeling the coils in the support layer.
- Layer 3: The bottom (support) layer is 8″ thick and contains responsive, individually pocketed coils. These coils give the mattress most of its bulk, and keep you from sinking too deeply into the mattress while you’re lying on it.
Purple Restore Hybrid’s SoftFlex cover is made using polyester, rayon, elastic, and a synthetic “sheath/core” polymer yarn that Purple doesn’t share further details about. It’s designed to be breathable and anti-microbial.
Although the mattress cover has a zipper, it isn’t meant to be removed and isn’t machine washable. It must be spot-cleaned only. In fact, removing the cover may void Purple Restore Hybrid’s warranty. (In comparison, other premium mattresses like Octave Vista come with a removable, machine-washable top cover for convenient cleaning and a more refreshing sleep surface.)
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During testing, our mannequin weighs 170 lb and measures 5’5″ tall.
6.4 /10
Firmness
In third-party engineer testing (commissioned by us), Purple Restore Hybrid had a deflection of 3.1″ when laid on, contributing to a 6.4/10 firmness score.
This places it in the medium-firm category. However, we purchased the firm version of this mattress, so you’ll find it softer than advertised. Our reviewers could also clearly feel the outline of the proprietary grid structure while lying down.
In comparison, competitor Octave Vista has a firmness score of 6.8/10. If you’re looking for a slightly firmer—yet still medium-firm—mattress that balances comfort and support, Octave Vista might be a better choice.
During testing, our mannequin weighs 170 lb and measures 5’5″ tall.
9.5 /10
Edge Support
Purple Restore Hybrid had a very low deflection of 2.6″ from a seated position, earning it a 9.5/10 edge support score. This is an excellent score for any mattress. You won’t sink deeply into the sidewalls, meaning you can sit comfortably on the edge of the bed or sleep near the edge without falling off.
7.5 /10
Motion Isolation
Purple Restore Hybrid scored 7.5/10 for motion isolation, which is a good score for a hybrid mattress. You should be able to get a restful night’s sleep without noticing most of your partner’s smaller movements.
However, as seen in the video above, you’ll likely notice your partner’s larger movements if they’re close to you. This could be partly because the mattress has a high level of bounce—unusual for mattresses that score well for motion isolation.
7.8 /10
Bounce
Purple Restore Hybrid scored 7.8/10 for bounce. This is a very high score for a hybrid mattress. You won’t have trouble changing sleep positions or moving around, and you should be able to get up after lying down without any problems.
However, you may find the mattress too springy. If you prefer a mattress with less bounce, take a look at Octave Vista, which has a bounce score of 3.7/10. But don’t worry about changing positions—Vista’s 2″ layer of premium Elastex® foam is responsive enough to allow easy movement.
2.5 /10
Cooling Features
Although the manufacturer claims that Purple Restore Hybrid is up to twice as cool as its competitors, this mattress has limited cooling features and no specific cooling technology. That said, Purple Restore Hybrid earns points for:
- Air channels in its GelFlex™ Grid that allow for air circulation and heat dissipation
- Individually pocketed coils in the support layer, which provide breathability
In comparison, Octave Vista has a cooling nanofibre cover, copper-infused memory foam, phase-change material, and support foam with breathable air channels. This memory foam mattress is far more accessibly priced at just $899 for a queen size, compared to $3,359 for Purple. And unlike Purple, Octave is both manufactured and available in Canada.
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Company Background
Purple was founded in 2015 by brothers Tony and Terry Pearce in Alpine, Utah. The Pearce brothers had experience creating advanced synthetic materials for the medical tech and aerospace industries. They incorporated their Hyper-Elastic Polymer™ into Purple’s mattress designs, making it a signature part of their brand.
In 2017, Purple merged with Global Partner Acquisition Corp. Purple has also been working to expand its market outside of the United States, entering into a partnership with Sleep Country Canada.
Purple is rated “A+” on Better Business Bureau. However, Purple scores much worse on Trustpilot, where the company’s unclaimed profile is rated “Poor”. Customer reviews indicate that Purple’s mattresses can sag and degrade well before the end of the company’s 10-year warranty. Reviews also mention issues making warranty claims, as well as problems with customer service.
Choose the company that’s rated “A+” on BBB and “Excellent” on Trustpilot.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are Purple mattresses good?
While some customers love their Purple mattresses, this brand isn’t available to Canadians. We find far more value in Octave Vista. Octave provides greater pressure-point relief, innovative five-zoned support, and advanced cooling features for a more refreshing sleep. It even has a machine-washable cover. These features come at a much lower cost—just $899 for a queen size, compared to $3,359 for Purple Restore Hybrid.
How much does a Purple mattress cost?
Purple Restore Hybrid costs $2,799–$5,597 CAD, depending on the size you choose. The mattress is available in sizes ranging from twin XL to California king. A queen-size Purple Restore Hybrid costs $3,359. (In comparison, competitor mattress Octave Vista costs just $899 for a queen size.)
Does the Purple mattress ship to Canada?
No, Purple only offers shipping within the United States. We had to purchase and ship the mattress through our international shipping channels. This isn’t an option for many Canadians.
How heavy is a Purple mattress?
Purple Restore Hybrid weighs between 72 lb (twin XL) and 144 lb (72 lb x 2) (split king), depending on which size you get. A queen-size Purple Restore Hybrid weighs 114 lb. This is heavier than many mattresses but is not the heaviest mattress we’ve ever reviewed. (For reference, Octave Vista weighs just 69 lb.) Even so, we found this mattress unusually hard to move.
Can you flip a Purple mattress?
No. Like most modern mattresses, Purple mattresses are not designed to be flipped. They’re only designed to work right-side up.
Do you need a box spring with a Purple mattress?
Purple recommends not using a box spring with Purple Restore Hybrid. A box spring doesn’t give the mattress enough support. In fact, the law label on the mattress we purchased said that Purple Restore Hybrid isn’t meant to be used with a foundation at all.
Does the Purple mattress have fiberglass?
No, Purple mattresses don’t contain fiberglass. When we checked the law label on our Purple Restore Hybrid, fiberglass wasn’t listed among the materials used. Purple uses rayon and an unspecified fire-resistant material to meet fire safety requirements.
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Can I wash the Purple mattress cover?
No. Although the mattress cover has a zipper, the cover is not meant to be removed and is not machine-washable. Removing the cover for any reason will void the manufacturer’s warranty. Instead, Purple recommends spot-cleaning the mattress cover with upholstery detergent. (In comparison, competitor mattress Octave Vista comes with a machine-washable cover for easy cleaning.)
What does the Purple mattress warranty include?
Purple’s 10-year limited manufacturer’s warranty covers defects in workmanship. The warranty will cover body indentations greater than 1″ and any damage resulting from faulty material or assembly. The warranty doesn’t cover any other types of damage, including damage incurred during shipping.
Note that the mattress cover has a separate, shorter 2-year warranty. Like the main mattress warranty, this warranty only covers defects in workmanship and material. It’s also not clear whether the warranty is available to Canadian customers who ship the mattress across the border from the United States.
What Purple mattress alternatives should I consider?
We find more value in Octave Vista. Octave offers far more features at a much lower price of just $899 for a queen size. Vista comes with more pressure-point relief, five-zoned support, and advanced cooling technologies so you can wake up feeling refreshed and ready to face the day. You’ll also get a 365-night sleep trial, a 15-year warranty, and a free bedding bundle with your purchase.
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