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Puffy Cloud Mattress Review: Ratings From the Test Lab
An all-foam mattress built for cloud-like comfort and deep pressure relief.
By
Jackson Lindeke
Jackson Lindeke
Executive Product Director
Jackson leads editorial product recommendations at Sleep Foundation, transforming the data from our sleep product test lab into real world takeaways for consumers. He has spent over half a decade developing protocol to evaluate and measure the impacts of products on sleep quality. As a cited sleep product expert, Jackson helps guide millions of shoppers to find personalized recommendations for everything from pillows to bedding to mattresses.
Standout performance for side sleepers under 230 pounds
Excellent motion isolation that limits nighttime disruptions from a bed partner’s movement
Lifetime warranty
Cons
Lacks firmness for most sleepers over 230 pounds
Memory foam can retain heat and restrict movement on the mattress
The Puffy Cloud Mattress, previously known as the Puffy Mattress, is the newest iteration of Puffy’s original mattress model. Over time, Puffy has enhanced this mattress, adding cooling features and other design elements to improve its performance.
This all-foam mattress checks in at 10 inches tall, and it is powered by a contouring comfort layer made with gel-infused memory foam. With a medium (5) firmness level, it suits a wide range of sleepers with particular appeal for side sleepers.
We set up the Puffy Cloud in our test lab to give it a thorough evaluation. We go over its strengths and weaknesses, how it’s built, and other important details like pricing, sizing, and returns.
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Testing Team Takeaways
To test the Puffy Cloud Mattress, we had three people on our testing team each take the bed home with them for one week. Here are their initial observations.
Colin Simpson
Product Research Manager
Side sleeper
190 pounds
Talks in sleep (like a lot)
As soon as I lay down on the Puffy Cloud, I was impressed by its pressure relief. I’m a side sleeper, so I pay close attention to how well a mattress cushions my hips and shoulders. The Puffy Cloud really softened impact in those areas, letting me rest comfortably.
Logan Foley
Editorial Director
Side sleeper
140 pounds
Has too many dogs in the bed
I second everything that Colin said about pressure relief for side sleepers. The only downside to the contouring of the Puffy Cloud is that I felt more resistance when I wanted to turn over or move around in bed.
Daniel Noyed
Senior Product Editor
Back sleeper
165 pounds
Dunks head in ice water to wake up
Given my sleeping position, I felt like the Puffy Cloud provided adequate support but nothing to write home about. I didn’t feel myself sinking into the bed too deeply, but it was softer than I prefer. I think it would be a bigger issue for back sleepers over 230 pounds.
Sleeping Style and Body Weight
Puffy Cloud Mattress
Sleeper Type
Under 130 lbs
130-230 lbs
Above 230 lbs
Side Sleepers
8.5/10
8/10
7/10
Back Sleepers
7/10
6.5/10
5.5/10
Stomach Sleepers
6/10
5.5/10
4.5/10
Side Sleepers
The Puffy Cloud is extremely well-suited to side sleepers under 230 pounds. In our test lab, these sleepers raved about how well the mattress cushioned their hips and shoulders, allowing them to maintain a healthy spinal alignment.
The strong performance for side sleepers is driven by the contouring qualities of memory foam and the mid-range firmness level of the Puffy Cloud. That said, side sleepers over 230 pounds in our testing reported that the mattress was a little too plush, reducing their overall level of support.
Back Sleepers
The Puffy Cloud is an acceptable mattress for most back sleepers under 230 pounds, but it’s far from their most supportive option. Among back sleepers on our testing team, those under 130 pounds gave it the highest ratings since they didn’t sink as far into the top layers.
Too much sink and contouring can reduce lower back support for back sleepers. Without enough firmness, their midsection can push deeply into the bed, disrupting their spinal alignment. On the Puffy Cloud, this is most likely to affect back sleepers over 230 pounds.
Stomach Sleepers
The Puffy Cloud is not the ideal mattress for stomach sleepers. People in this sleep position typically need a mattress that is firmer so that it remains flat and stable. During our testing, stomach sleepers said that the mattress felt too soft and that its contouring properties felt excessive for their sleep posture.
Among stomach sleepers, those under 130 pounds were most likely to say that the Puffy Cloud provided an acceptable amount of comfort and support. Stomach sleepers over 230 pounds gave it the lowest ratings.
Mattress Performance
In addition to the hands-on feedback from our team, we conduct a number of quantitative tests in our Test Lab. The below ratings are based on the experience of our testers.
Motion Isolation
8.5
/ 10
“I found the motion isolation to be really top-notch on the Puffy Cloud. I could barely notice when there was movement on another part of the mattress.” – Colin
Our testing found high-end motion isolation on the Puffy Cloud Mattress. It does an excellent job of preventing movement on one side of the bed from spreading to the other side.
This ability to isolate motion comes from the contouring memory foam near the top of the mattress. It makes the Puffy Cloud an appealing choice for couples and people who share their bed with a pet.
Pressure Relief
8
/ 10
“The memory foam gently hugged my shoulders and hips, providing sublime pressure relief for a side sleeper like me.” – Logan
Pressure relief is another strong point of the Puffy Cloud. Because memory foam adapts its shape to conform to the weight of the body, the mattress can give extra cushioning to the areas that need it most.
In our testing, side sleepers under 230 pounds experienced the most pronounced pressure relief from the Puffy Cloud. However, the same characteristics that made it a hit with those sleepers can reduce its support among stomach sleepers and people over 230 pounds.
Temperature Control
6
/ 10
“While Puffy has included a number of cooling features, the Puffy Cloud is not the ideal option for hot sleepers. I could definitely feel some heat buildup, especially as time passed and the foam contoured more closely to my skin.” – Danny
The Puffy Cloud scored as average or just below average for temperature regulation. It won’t feel like a furnace, but it’s also far from the coolest mattresses on the market.
The heat buildup comes from the memory foam, which can retain warmth and block airflow around the skin. The mattress uses gel-infused foam and cooling fabrics, but these can’t fully address the issue of heat collecting in the memory foam layer.
Edge Support
6.5
/ 10
“It was clear that the softest part of the mattress was the perimeter. When I sat down to tie my shoes, the foam compression was significant. It didn’t affect me much while sleeping, but it might be a concern for some people.” – Colin
The Puffy Cloud is right around average when it comes to edge support. Around the perimeter, you can feel the foam compress when you apply weight to it. That said, the dense foam in the base of the mattress retains a degree of stability.
For most people, the edge support is sufficient, but it may be lacking for those who frequently sit or sleep near the edge of the bed or who have limited mobility.
Ease of Movement
6
/ 10
“The hug of the Puffy Cloud can get in the way when you want to flip over or adjust your sleeping position.” -Logan
While contouring foam can enhance pressure relief, the flip side of the coin is that it can restrict movement. At times, our testing team felt like they were fighting the mattress when they wanted to switch to a different sleeping position or just move around on the mattress surface.
Overall, this degree of movement restriction is common among other mattresses made with memory foam. It’s not a dealbreaker for most people, but it may be a problem for combination sleepers who frequently adjust their body’s position during the night.
Off-Gassing
6
/ 10
“I didn’t find the smell to be too much, but there was definitely some off-gassing odor from the Puffy Cloud. The smell had pretty much gone away after a day.” – Danny
As with virtually every all-foam mattress, the Puffy Cloud gives off a “new mattress smell” when you take it out of the packaging. This is a result of the manufacturing process, but it’s not a health risk of any kind.
In our testing lab, we found that the smell dissipated quickly. At home, you can crack a window or turn on a ceiling fan to help eliminate the smell within a day or two.
The Puffy Cloud is a 10-inch, all-foam mattress with a firmness level of medium (5). Its design is simple but effective, taking advantage of memory foam to enhance comfort and pressure relief.
The top layer of the mattress is a thin pad made of felted fiber. This breathable material is included to try to decrease heat retention in the top of the mattress.
The next layer is 2 inches of gel-infused memory foam. This foam contours to the body, offering added cushioning around a sleeper’s heaviest areas. The gel infusion is intended to prevent heat from being trapped in the foam.
The next layer is 2 inches of adaptive polyfoam that adds bounce and stability, giving some balance to the performance of memory foam. The base layer is 6 inches of high-density polyfoam.
The mattress cover is made with a knit polyester featuring yarns that are designed to help dissipate heat. The Puffy Cloud is fiberglass-free and made in the USA.
The Puffy Cloud has a competitive and accessible price-point. It costs less than most mattresses with a memory foam comfort layer, which makes it a compelling option for people who have a limited budget but still want the feel of memory foam.
The mattress comes in all of the six standard sizes as well as a split king size.
The Puffy Cloud is available to shoppers in all 50 U.S. states. It is not sold internationally. The mattress can be purchased directly from the Puffy website and in-store at one of many partner mattress showrooms.
Shipping
Shipping is free to all of the 50 U.S. states, including Alaska and Hawaii.
The mattress is usually delivered in around 5 to 7 business days. The mattress comes in a box that is left at your front door. To set up the Puffy Cloud, you only need to bring the box to your bedroom and then remove the mattress from the box and its plastic packaging.
Additional Services
Puffy does not offer any White Glove delivery services for installation or old mattress removal.
Sleep Trial
The Puffy Cloud comes with a 101-night sleep trial. You are required to keep the mattress for two weeks as a break-in period. During the remaining sleep trial, you can request a return and receive a full refund. Puffy will help coordinate pickup and donation of your mattress if you decide to return it.
Warranty
Puffy offers a lifetime warranty for the Puffy Cloud Mattress. If there is a defect in the materials or manufacturing, the company will replace the mattress at no charge. The warranty does not cover expected wear and tear or any damage from negligence or accidents.
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Jackson leads editorial product recommendations at Sleep Foundation, transforming the data from our sleep product test lab into real world takeaways for consumers. He has spent over half a decade developing protocol to evaluate and measure the impacts of products on sleep quality. As a cited sleep product expert, Jackson helps guide millions of shoppers to find personalized recommendations for everything from pillows to bedding to mattresses.
