Purple Hybrid Mattress Review
You might be familiar with the brand Purple, or maybe you’ve had a good laugh at one of their very creative mattress commercials. The ones with the egg test and mom Sasquatch! Whatever might have lead you to seek out this Purple Hybrid Mattress review, we’re excited to fill you in on all the juicy details behind this one-of-a-kind bed. Their flagship mattress has become increasingly popular within the online space, but now they’ve delivered a hybrid model that provides more support and durability for all types of sleepers. While this review will primarily focus on the Purple Hybrid model, we should note they have several different beds to choose from and have linked to their other mattress reviews within this guide.
While the chart above goes a long way in explaining the differences between the Hybrid and Hybrid Premier models, there’s still more to learn. Our reviews tend to be lengthy, so, in order to make it quick for you to get where you want to go, below is a list of jump links to take you to any section of this piece.
The video above was published before Purple changed the name of their hybrid mattresses. Purple’s hybrid beds are the same, but they go by different names now. The New Purple 2 now goes by Purple Hybrid and the New Purple 3 and New Purple 4 are now called the Purple Hybrid Premier.
Purple Hybrid Mattress Construction
The Purple Hybrid Mattress, formerly known as Purple 2, stands at 11″ thick and utilizes pocketed coils as well as Hyper-Elastic Polymer. Here is a breakdown of the bed’s construction:
- Base layer – This bed starts with a 1″ layer of dense polyurethane foam, and supports the coil layer above
- Support layer – a layer of 7.5″ individually encased coils to provide the bed with ample support and a little bit of bounce
- Transition layer – On top of the coils is a 1/2″ layer of polyurethane foam (not shown above), which serves as a transition layer
- Comfort layer – Purple uses a 2″ layer of its patented Hyper-Elastic Polymer which functions like a gel or silicone-like material, and provides a bulk of the bed’s comfort
This construction is similar to Purple’s Hybrid Premier models. The only difference is the thickness of the top polymer layer which differs by model. The Purple 2.0 Hybrid mattress uses 2″ of Hyper-Elastic Polymer, the 3.0 Premier mattress uses 3″ and the 4.0 Premier model uses 4″.
How To Care For Mattress Cover
Wrapping the New Purple 2 mattress is a soft, comfortable and removable cover. However, like most online mattress covers, do not machine wash it. Rather, if you happen to have a little accident, spot clean the cover with a mild detergent and some water.
If you’re a dirty person or you’re prone to accidents, you may want to think about purchasing Purple’s Mattress Protector, which is machine washable. Or you could always check out popular mattress protectors on Amazon, which tend to be more affordable. Keep in mind, though, that mattress protectors tend to hinder airflow.
Purple Hybrid Mattress Firmness And Feel
The Purple Hybrid mattress has a unique, gel-like feel thanks to the top layer of Hyper-Elastic Polymer on each bed. Hyper-Elastic Polymer is very stretchy, soft, and feels like a Dr. Scholl’s insole. Purple states its special material is “soft where you want it and firm where you need it,” and all in all, we think that’s an accurate way to describe it. The beds are soft and pressure relieving, but you also feel like you’re getting the proper support at all times.
The majority of the Slumber Yard team members like the feel of Purple beds, but it’s also worth noting that not everybody shares the same sentiment. For some people, the gel-like feel is too weird or they prefer more traditional innerspring or memory foam beds.
As you lay down on the beds, you feel the polymer beneath you compressing and conforming to your body’s shape. It takes a few nights to get used to, but we’ve noticed most people like the feel of it.
In terms of firmness, it’s hard to rate Purple beds due to the unique top layer, however, we’d give Purple 2 mattress about a medium-firm on our firmness scale. If you’re looking for a softer Purple Hybrid mattress, we suggest the original or Purple Hybrid Premier.
Is Purple Hybrid A Good Mattresses For Couples?
Purple beds have a unique feel that can be divisive. Some people absolutely love it, and some people find it strange. Partners who have different sleeping preferences should check out our list of the Best Beds For Couples.
If feel isn’t an issue though, we have some good news for you and your sleeping partner. The mattress does a decent job of deadening movement.
Motion Isolation
You would think the Purple Hybrid would not do a good job of this given the bounce from the coils and the responsiveness of the top layer, but the polymer limits motion transfer from one side of the mattress to the other side well.
This means a partner who shares a bed with an active sleeper won’t be disturbed by their movements throughout the night. No one wants to be jarred awake every time their partner switches sleeping positions or gets up to go to the bathroom. Good motion isolation translates to a better night’s sleep.
Edge Support
Additionally, the Purple Hybrid mattresses excel when it comes to edge support. It’s much improved over the Original Purple mattress. This is because Purple uses dense foam side rails around the perimeter of the Hybrid models. There’s little compression around the edges so you never feel as if you’re going to roll off the bed.
This is an important subject for couples who share a smaller size bed or that prefer not to cuddle. Good edge support means there’s more useful surface area for partners to spread out and be comfortable.
Ideal Sleeper Profiles For Purple Hybrid
Body Type Analysis
Purple 2 Hybrid Mattress Pricing
The Purple Hybrid Mattress land near the higher-end of the online mattress industry in terms of pricing. The base Purple Hybrid is the cheapest out of the three new models, followed by the Purple 3 Hybrid Premier and then the Purple 4 Hybrid Premier. Here’s how pricing breaks down by size for the base Purple Hybrid mattress.
| SIZE | PRICE |
|---|---|
The Purple 3 Hybrid Premier mattress ranges from $1,900 for a Twin XL to $2,700 for a King size. The Purple 4 Hybrid Premier mattress is an even larger step up ranging from $2,500 for a Twin XL to $3,500 for a King. If that is above your budget, check out our list of the Best Mattresses Under $1,000.
Is There A Purple Hybrid Mattress Discount Code?
Unfortunately, Purple doesn’t offer coupon codes and promo codes often. Occasionally, you will see a $100 off sale, however, most of the time it’s a promotion for a free gift (pillow, sheets, etc.) with each mattress purchase. Check the Purple website to see what sort of promotion the company is currently offering.
Purple Hybrid Mattress Temperature Regulation
All of the Purple Hybrid models are among the best mattresses available in terms of temperature regulation, due to two main factors.
First, Hyper-Elastic Polymer is a temperature neutral material. It doesn’t retain heat like a lot of foams. For example, a lot of beds that have a memory foam top layer retain heat emanated from your body and hold on to it so that the bed gets warm and you get sweaty. That doesn’t happen on the Purple Hybrid beds. Even if you tend to sweat while you sleep, the airflow helps to dry you off.
The Purple Hybrid mattresses also allows for a ton of airflow. It starts with the coils, which in general promote more airflow than dense support foams. It’s easier for air to travel through.
Additionally, the top layer of Hyper-Elastic Polymer is arranged in a grid formation. Purple specifically designed it like this so that several columns and rows of tiny polymer squares are created.
Basically, you’re sleeping on a bunch of tiny pockets of air. All in all, the New Purple beds belong on the list for Best Mattresses For Hot Sleepers.
Purple Hybrid Mattress Review Verdict
| Weight | Petite (<150 lbs) | Medium (150-230 lbs) | Heavy (>230 lbs) |
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| firmness | 9.5 | 7 | 5.5 |
Overall, we really enjoy the Purple Hybrid Mattress and the addition of pocketed coils to the base layer. The company made some nice improvements over the Original Purple bed, and there’s a reason why the new models made our list for the Best Hybrid Mattresses. Bottom line, if you’re tired of the traditional innerspring or memory foam mattresses out there, we highly recommend giving Purple Hybrid Mattress a try. We think it’s suitable for all body types, most sleeper types, and offers a comfortable gel-like feeling unlike any other mattress.
Purple Hybrid Vs Original Purple Mattress
Let’s not forget about the flagship Purple mattress, which is what started it all for the company. The main mattress has two layers of polyurethane foam and a 2″ layer of the company’s special Hyper-Elastic Polymer. The flagship Purple is the most affordable model by far. Read our full Original Purple mattress review for more details. A couple years ago, Purple introduced three hybrid models (formerly known as the New Purple 2, New Purple 3 and New Purple 4. If you’re interested in how the three new models differ, check out our Ultimate Purple Mattress Comparison.
Purple Hybrid Ratings
- BBB Rating: A+
- Amazon Reviews: Amazon reviews are sparse for the Purple Hybrid, likely because this mattress was previously known as the Purple 2/3/4. The mattress does have a 4.0 out of 5.0 review score on Amazon. Customers were both positive and negative regarding the support and feel of the mattress, probably because it is different and takes some getting used to. There was also a complaint regarding the weight of the mattress, but overall the reviews are good.
Other Purple Products
- Purple Pillows
- Purple Blankets
- Purple Weighted Blanket
- Purple Mattress Pad
- Purple Power Base
- Purple Seat Cushion
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Purple Company Policies
All of the New Purple Hybrid mattresses come with a few additional perks if you decide to purchase from them.
- Free shipping and returns
- Free while-glove delivery with Purple Hybrid Premier
- 100-night risk-free trial
- 10-year warranty
Purple Contact Information
- Online Form
- Phone number: 888-848-0248
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