Purple 3 Mattress Overview
The flagship Purple Mattress has become increasingly popular over the years thanks to its uncommon yet very comfortable Hyper-Elastic Polymer design. Now, buyers have the opportunity to purchase extra supportive and comfortable Purple Hybrid Premier mattresses (otherwise known as Purple 3 and Purple 4), which have thick Hyper-Elastic Polymer top comfort layers and a supportive pocketed coil base.
This review will be centered around the Purpler 3 hybrid Premier mattress. Still, we’ll also touch on how it compares to different beds like Purple Hybrid Premier 4 and the base Purple Hybrid model. Ready to learn what all the hype is about when it comes to this Purple 3 mattress? Let’s get into it!
How Does the Purple 3 Mattress Feel?
Purple 3 mattress has a gel-like feel that is unique. As you lay down on the bed, you can feel the polymer top layer compressing, folding, and conforming to your body’s shape. It’s almost like you’re buoyant or floating. The Hyper-Elastic Polymer is unique in that it’s pressure-relieving yet supportive. It’s one of the few mattresses out there where you get the best of both worlds (pressure relief and support), according to many Purple 3 mattress reviews.
Also, the responsive nature of the polymer combined with a bounce from the coils means active sleepers will find it easy to switch between positions — you won’t get any of that stuck-in-the-mud feeling with this bed.
While most of the Slumber Yard team members like the feel of this mattress, it can feel odd to certain people. So, keep in mind it might take some time for you to get used to it. If you want, you can order samples of Hyper-Elastic Polymer on the company’s website to test it out for yourself. It’s not the exact construction, but it will give you a pretty close idea.
In regard to firmness, it’s difficult to rate Purple beds because the top layer has such unique characteristics, but if pressed, we’d say the Purple mattress 3 comes in around a medium to medium-firm on the firmness scale.
Purple 3 Mattress Construction
The Purple 3 mattress is constructed with several different types of materials and measures out to be 12″ thick. Here is how the layers stack up:
- Polyurethane foam: The bed has a 1” layer of dense polyurethane foam to serve as the bed’s foundation
- Support coils: The bed has individually wrapped 7.5” coils for durability and bounce
- Hyper-Elastic Polymer: The comfort layer utilizes 3″ of the brand’s special Hyper-Elastic Polymer material, which provides both pressure relief and support at the same time
Funny enough, the Purple 3 model uses 3″ of polymer in the top comfort layers, Purple 4 uses 4″, and Purple 2 (the base hybrid model) uses 2″. You can use this trick as a tool to help remember which Purple Hybrid mattress is which.
If you’re worried about getting the cover dirty, you might want to check out Purple’s Mattress Protector, which is machine washable. Alternatively, you can check out popular mattress protectors on Amazon, which tend to be more affordable.
Purple 3 Mattress Body Type Analysis
Sleeper Type Analysis
Is The Purple 3 Mattress Good For Couples?
Like we mentioned earlier, the gel-like feel of the polymer top layer can be divisive. Some people swear by it, and some folks find it a little too weird. If you and your partner have different sleeping preferences, you should check out our list of the Best Beds For Couples.
Motion Isolation
A mattress with good motion isolation means one partner won’t be disturbed every time the other partner moves because the bed excels at deadens movement. This bed does a decent job of deadening movement, regardless of how bouncy the materials are inside. In our tests, we barely noticed any motion transferred from one side of the mattress to the other.
Edge Support
The Purple 3 also provides excellent edge support. The coil Purple mattresses use dense foam side rails around the perimeter of the bed. As a result, there’s very little compression around the edges, and you won’t feel like you’re going to fall off the side if you’re pushed to the edge.
Temperature
The Purple 3 is one of the best beds on the market in terms of temperature regulation, a rating you can learn more about in our What is Temperature Regulation? Guide. This bed even made our list for the Best Mattresses For Hot Sleepers.
We give the Purple Hybrid Premier that designation for two reasons. First, Hyper-Elastic Polymer is a temperature-neutral material. Unlike a lot of common foams, Hyper-Elastic Polymer does not retain and radiate heat. Additionally, all Purple mattress models allow for a lot of airflow. Purple purposely designed the top layer of polymer in a grid formation. By doing so, the top layer has several columns and rows of tiny polymer squares, which allows air to flow freely near the top of the bed.
What Does the Purple 3 Mattress Cost?
The Purple Premier Hybrid 3 mattress is expensive. There’s no getting around it. However, given the high-quality construction of the bed, we’re not all that surprised. Here’s how pricing breaks down by size.
| SIZE | PRICE | AVERAGE |
|---|---|---|
| Twin | $2,299 | $808 |
| Twin XL | $2,299 | $1,160 |
| Full | $2,499 | $1,184 |
| Queen | $2,699 | $1,389 |
| King | $3,299 | $1,751 |
| Cal King | $3,299 | $1,833 |
Unfortunately, Purple isn’t big on offering coupon codes or promo codes to make its beds more affordable. However, Purple is almost always running some sort of promotion where you get a free gift (pillow, sheets, etc.) with each mattress purchase. Check Purple.com to see what the company is currently offering.
Purple 3 Award
Purple 3 Mattress Review Verdict
We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again–we are big fans of Purple beds. Hyper-Elastic Polymer provides a multitude of benefits. If price isn’t a big issue, the Purple 3 bed, in our opinion, is one of the Best Mattresses on the market.
One of the things we love about this bed is its versatility. It works well for sleepers of all sizes and all sleep types, so it’s going to be worth it for most people.
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Purple Mattress Comparison
In addition to the Purple 3, the company offers three other mattress models:
If you want more info on how the Purple beds differ, you can check out our New Purple Mattress Comparison.
Purple Company Policies
Purple has several customer-friendly policies, much like many of the other online mattress brands within the space:
- Trial period length: Purple offers you a 100-night risk-free trial period. If you decide the bed isn’t right for you, contact customer service to arrange for a third-party company to come pick up the mattress from your home for no additional fee. Afterward, the company will give you a full refund.
- Warranty policy: Purple also backs its mattresses with a 10-year warranty.
- Shipping: All Purple mattresses come with free white-glove delivery. A crew will deliver the mattress and set it up for you in your room of choice. The delivery crew will also haul away your old mattress for free.
Comparing Purple 3 Mattress Alternatives
Purple beds are compatible with most adjustable bases, slatted frames and foundations. Just make sure your existing frame can support the weight of your new mattress. It’s recommended you stay away from box springs, though.
The Purple 3 mattress or Purple Hybrid Premier is on the pricier side compared to other bed in a box mattresses, but it’ll be worth it for people who want a supportive, pressure relieving mattress that’s unlike any other bed out there.
The Purple 3 mattress ranges in weight from 91 pounds for a twin XL to 175 pounds for a Cal King. As such, you’ll most likely need two people to move this mattress (trust us).
The major differences between the Purple hybrid mattresses are firmness, thickness, and price. Purple 2 is the softest around a medium, while Purple 3 and 4 fall in between medium and medium-firm. Purple 2 is the thinnest and most affordable, while Purple 4 is the thickest and most expensive.
We anticipate that side sleepers will really like Purple 3.
The Original Purple mattress is best for people who are petite to average in body weight, while the Purple 3 and 4 are for all body types. The Original Purple is supported by foam and is thinner, while the others use coils for support and are thicker.
