DreamCloud vs. Purple Mattress Comparison

Quick Look

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Sizing and Weight Options

Mattress size should be one of your first buying considerations. Most mattresses today are available in six standard sizes. The twin, twin XL, and full are somewhat narrow and best suited to single sleepers, while a queen, king, or California king will allow couples to sleep more comfortably. The best size for you may depend in part on your budget, as prices tend to increase with mattress length and width dimensions.

Thickness is another key consideration. Beds with taller profiles tend to be softer, since they contain extra layers of foam and other padding materials, while shorter mattresses are typically firmer. And because each layer represents an individual cost for manufacturers, thicker mattresses are often more expensive than thinner ones.

The weight of a new bed is important, as well, especially when you order from “mattress-in-a-box” brands like DreamCloud and Purple. These mattresses will be delivered to your doorstep in a shipping box, and you’ll need to carry the box to the bedroom where you plan to use your bed. Depending on the model and size, you may need assistance lifting and carrying the mattress.

Of these two brands, Purple offers more options for shoppers by virtue of its wider model selection. You can choose from four different thickness options for your mattress, including low-, medium-, and high-profile models. Purple’s mattresses also vary in terms of weight, feel, and price-point. In addition to the six standard mattress sizes, Purple models also come in a split king size, which is specifically designed for couples who use an adjustable bed base. However, please note the Hybrid and Hybrid Premier models are not sold in a standard twin size.

DreamCloud offers two hybrid mattresses, both with medium firm (6) feels, so this brand is more limiting for customers who want a firmer or softer mattress. Additionally, the DreamCloud does not offer any split sizes for customers with adjustable bases. That said, both DreamCloud mattresses are lighter than Purple models in each corresponding size, so they will be easier to carry into a room of your choice. DreamCloud mattresses are also thicker than any of the Purple models, making them better suited to sleepers who prefer high-profile beds.

Construction and Materials Comparison

Most mattresses made today consist of three standard components. Comfort layers offer surface-level conforming. Latex, memory foam, and adaptive polyfoam are common comfort layer materials. Transitional layers – often consisting of dense foam or minicoils – serve as a buffer that prevents you from sinking too deeply into the mattress. Support cores (base layers) stabilize the mattress to maintain an even plane for your body. High-density polyfoam, latex, and coils are often used as support core materials.

The materials used to construct a mattress affect how the bed performs in different areas, such as durability, temperature control, pressure relief, and edge support. Before picking a model, you should research all of its components to make sure it performs well in categories that matter most to you as a sleeper. We’ll break down each component of the DreamCloud and Purple mattress models.

DreamCloud

The DreamCloud and DreamCloud Premier are quite similar in terms of materials and design. Both mattresses begin with quilted layers padded with contouring memory foam. The DreamCloud Premier has a quilted Euro-top for added height and cushioning. A Euro-top, by definition, is a layer sewn into the mattress edges to create a flush, uniform appearance; in contrast, a standard pillow-top is sewn into the mattress surface with a small gap between the pillow-top material and the sides.

The DreamCloud contains 1.5 inches of memory foam cushioning, while the DreamCloud Premier contains 2.5 inches. This results in a plusher surface feel for the latter, but both mattresses cushion the body quite well.

These mattresses each contain comfort layers of gel-infused memory foam, followed by dense polyfoam transitional layers. The DreamCloud and DreamCloud Premier are considered medium firm, so their thick foam layers deliver noticeable contouring and pressure relief without sinking too much. As a result, either mattress is suited to people who weigh 130 pounds or more.

The DreamCloud and DreamCloud Premier also include support cores consisting of 8-inch pocketed coils over a base layer of high-density polyfoam. The coils ensure plenty of bounce on the surface as well as excellent overall stability. This reinforcement ensures sturdy edge support, so you shouldn’t sink too much when getting in and out of bed. The coils also circulate air currents to help maintain a comfortable core temperature.

Both mattresses are encased in covers made from a cashmere blend. This material is quite breathable and also wicks away moisture from the body to help you stay cool and dry throughout the night.

The DreamCloud and the DreamCloud Premier measure 14 inches thick. Each is considered a high-profile model. Some people prefer thicker mattresses because they often provide extra support, while others have a hard time getting on and off taller beds and would rather sleep closer to the floor. For these reasons, a thick profile could be an asset or a drawback, depending on your preferences. Keep in mind you may need to buy special deep-pocket sheets for these beds, as some sheet sets do not offer enough reach.

Purple

The flagship Purple Mattress features a Purple Grid comfort layer that measures 2 inches thick. The Purple Grid is made from hyperelastic polymer material molded into an open grid pattern. The material’s feel is very similar to polyfoam’s; it molds to the body without sinking too much and is somewhat responsive, resulting in a light bounce on the surface. However, the Purple Grid won’t absorb too much body heat and sleeps very cool.

The Purple Mattress also features thick transitional and support layers made of high-density foam. These materials are intended to reinforce the entire mattress and protect the edges from sinkage. That said, foam does not provide the same long-term support as coils or even dense latex. Over time, you’ll likely notice deep sinkage – especially along the edges.

Like the flagship Purple Mattress, the Purple Hybrid is designed with a 2-inch Purple Grid comfort layer and a dense polyfoam transitional layer. This model offers a medium firm (6) feel. Its support core features 7.5-inch pocketed coils that maintain much better stability and edge support than polyfoam. These coils also promote steady airflow to help the Purple Hybrid sleep even cooler than its foam-based predecessor.

The Purple Hybrid Premier is considered Purple’s luxury hybrid. You can choose from two design options for your Hybrid Premier: a 12-inch model with a 3-inch Purple Grid layer, or a 13-inch model with a 4-inch Purple Grid layer. These thicker comfort layers create a softer, more conforming feel compared to the Purple Mattress or Purple Hybrid, making the Hybrid Premier better suited to people who weigh less than 230 pounds. However, you should keep in mind that both Hybrid Premier models are quite expensive.

All Purple mattresses are encased in covers made from polyester, viscose, and Lycra spandex. The fabric has a very soft and stretchy feel, and the viscose gives this material good breathability.

In-Depth Ratings

Next, we’ll take a close look at performance ratings for DreamCloud and Purple mattresses. In addition to other variables such as price and size, the categories below are among the most important factors to consider when choosing a new mattress. Each rating is based on experiences from verified owners of these mattresses, as well as product research and hands-on testing from our team.

• Durability: The average mattress will perform for about six to eight years before you’ll need to replace it. A bed’s lifespan typically depends on the density and overall quality of its comfort and transitional layers, as well as the composition of its base layer components. Loss of support over time, which leads to an uneven sleep surface and deep sinking along the edges, will usually necessitate a new mattress. Regularly rotating the bed from head-to-foot can help preserve the bed’s quality to a significant extent.
• Motion Isolation: When you change sleep positions or get on and off your mattress, this movement creates motion transfer across the surface. Some mattresses are built with comfort layers that absorb movement and prevent it from spreading, which can help you and your partner sleep more soundly. If the mattress has a particularly responsive surface, you’ll notice more transfer and may experience more disruptions during the night. All-foam and all-latex mattresses generally offer good to very good motion isolation, as do hybrids with thicker comfort layers.
• Sex: Preferences vary by couple, but many people prefer a more responsive surface with gentle to moderate conforming for sex. Added bounciness ensures you and your partner’s movements won’t feel too restricted, while a light contour provides good traction to help you maintain one position for prolonged periods. Edge support is also important. If the mattress feels weak and susceptible to sinkage along the perimeter, you and your partner may feel more confined to the middle of the mattress and won’t be able to use the whole surface.
• Temperature Neutrality: Some people sleep hotter than others, but mattress materials that absorb and trap body heat can create uncomfortable conditions for many people. The best mattresses for temperature control feature ventilated comfort layers, open coil systems, and other components that promote steady air circulation. Those with solid layers bottle up more heat by comparison. Firmer beds often sleep somewhat cooler, as well. This is because you’ll probably sink more deeply into a softer mattress and feel less surface-level airflow.
• Pressure Relief: Sleepers often feel pressure in the shoulders, lower back, and hips when their mattress either feels too firm or not supportive enough. The best mattress for back pain and pressure relief promotes even spinal alignment and provides enhanced reinforcement for areas where you carry a disproportionate amount of weight (such as your torso and midsection). A close body contour with even weight distribution can reduce existing pressure points and prevent new ones from occurring.
• Off-gassing: Off-gassing refers to the “new mattress smell” you’ll likely notice immediately after unboxing your new bed. Beds with polyfoam and memory foam layers have the highest odor potential because they emit volatile organic compounds (VOCs), microscopic particles associated with a light chemical smell. The good news is that most mattresses will not release much odor after a few days, though in some cases, you’ll notice off-gassing smells for a week or longer.
• Ease of Movement: Sinking into your mattress can make getting in and out of bed somewhat difficult. Many people liken this feeling to being trapped in their mattress. If the mattress is excessively soft, you’ll also have trouble changing sleep positions. Ideally, a mattress should feel supportive and responsive enough to keep you on an even plane, especially along the perimeter. However, expect more resistance over time as your mattress begins to deteriorate and soften.
• Edge Support: Most mattresses sink at least a little when you sit along the edges, but in some cases, the perimeter will sag so low that you’ll have a hard time getting on and off the bed. Mattresses with strong edge support provide enough bounce-back to prevent excessive sinkage when you’re sitting or sleeping along the perimeter. Generally, steel coils provide better edge support than other support core materials. Edge support is particularly crucial for people who weigh more than 230 pounds.

DreamCloud

Purple

Prices and Sizing

The cost of a mattress often depends on its material construction. All-foam and innerspring mattresses are both widely available for $1,200 or less in a queen size, whereas the average price for a hybrid or all-latex bed falls between $1,600 and $2,200. Size is another consideration, as the cost of a twin size bed and the same model in a king or California king size can differ by hundreds, if not thousands of dollars. Special features or characteristics can drive up the price-point of a mattress, as well. Airbeds, for instance, often cost $2,500 or more due to their unparalleled adjustability.

Another factor to consider is where you buy your mattress. You’ll probably pay much more for a mattress at a store than you will online. This can be attributed to the higher overhead costs for store owners that come from operating a brick-and-mortar establishment; most online brands operate few, if any, physical stores. Lastly, you’ll often find sizable discounts during holiday weekend sales, as well as Black Friday and other major shopping days.

DreamCloud

Purple

The DreamCloud Premier’s sticker price is lower than that of the average hybrid mattress, which costs at least $1,600 in a queen size. The DreamCloud is much more affordable by comparison. This is especially true when you compare DreamCloud vs. Purple hybrid models. DreamCloud price-points are also quite reasonable given the luxurious components of these beds, which include cashmere-blend covers, a Euro-top padded with memory foam, and thick pocketed coils.

Additionally, each DreamCloud model is backed by a 365-night sleep trial and a lifetime warranty – both much longer than average. Overall, DreamCloud models offer a lot of value given their sticker prices.

Purple mattresses vary considerably in terms of price. The flagship Purple Mattress is the most affordable model. The Purple Hybrid’s price-point is in line with the average hybrid model, particularly hybrids with proprietary components like the Purple Grid.

Both Hybrid Premier models are fairly expensive compared to other hybrids. Their thicker Purple Grid layers allow the Hybrid Premiers to provide a plusher feel and deeper contouring than the other two Purple mattresses. However, these models will be too pricey for some shoppers.

Trials, Warranty, and Delivery

Shipping

DreamCloud offers free ground shipping within the contiguous U.S. Delivery is also available to customers in Alaska, Hawaii, and Guam for an added surcharge. The same is true for the Purple Mattress and Purple Hybrid, though Purple does not offer delivery to Guam. The mattress will be compressed and vacuum-sealed for shipping, then delivered in a box to your doorstep. You won’t need to be at home to sign for the mattress when it arrives.

For the Purple Hybrid Premier, customers in the contiguous U.S. qualify for free White Glove delivery. This service includes scheduled delivery date and time, in-home assembly, and old mattress removal upon request. Mattresses are not compressed for White Glove delivery. You (or another adult) will need to be at home when the couriers arrive.

Returns

Since you won’t be able to test out most mattresses from online brands, these companies often offer “sleep trials,” during which you can experience the bed and decide whether or not to keep it. In most cases, you’ll receive a full refund for returns within the trial window (minus applicable shipping charges with your order). Most sleep trials span at least 90 nights from the original purchase or delivery date.

Both DreamCloud mattresses are backed by 365-night sleep trials. This is much longer than the sleep trials available through most competing brands. You’ll need to test out the mattress for at least 30 nights before a return will be accepted. Many brands require similar “break-in” periods in order for the mattress to adapt to your body, as it will probably feel somewhat stiff at first. You can initiate a mattress return at any point between 30 and 365 nights. DreamCloud will issue a full refund, provided the mattress is returned in good condition, and one of the company’s Dream Concierges will assist you with donating or disposing of the old mattress.

Purple’s sleep trial for all mattresses spans 100 nights. This trial requires a 21-night break-in period. If you initiate your return between 21 and 100 nights of the delivery date, Purple will issue you a full refund. You can also exchange your mattress for another Purple model within the 100-night period as long as you’ve slept on the original for at least 21 nights. After exchanging, the sleep trial will continue until 100 nights since the beginning of the initial sleep trial or 30 nights after the replacement’s delivery (the greater of the two).

Warranties

A warranty is a written agreement that states a manufacturer bears responsibility for products that are faulty or defective. Nearly all mattresses sold today come with a warranty that lasts 10 years or longer.

With the DreamCloud or DreamCloud Premier, you’ll receive a lifetime warranty for the mattress. This warranty is non-prorated, meaning the company will cover all costs related to repairing or replacing a mattress that develops a defect. During the first 10 years of ownership, DreamCloud will also pay round-trip shipping costs and replace your mattress at no extra charge. The company also offers free replacements after 10 years, but you’ll need to pay roughly $100 in shipping and transportation fees.

The Purple mattress warranty spans 10 years in length. This warranty is also non-prorated, though you’ll need to pay round-trip shipping and transportation costs if the mattress needs to be repaired or replaced. Additionally, Purple mattress covers come with separate two-year warranties.

Each mattress warranty identifies different issues that are considered defects. For the DreamCloud warranty, these include sagging and body impressions in the surface that measure 1.5 inches or deeper, physical flaws in the mattress assembly that cause components to deteriorate prematurely, and issues with the cover assembly. Under the Purple warranty, sagging and body impressions of 1 inch or deeper are considered defects. Issues with any Purple mattress cover are coordinated through its separate two-year warranty.