Specification and editorial comparison · lab measurements not available
Updated October 2026
Category
Bear
Purple
Comfort
Not lab tested
Not lab tested
Cooling
Not lab tested
Not lab tested
Motion Isolation
Not lab tested
Not lab tested
Edge Support
Not lab tested
Not lab tested
Recovery
Not lab tested
Not lab tested
Value
Not lab tested
Not lab tested
Durability
Not lab tested
Not lab tested
Blank cells mean that model has not completed our instrumented lab protocol, so we publish no measured score for it. We never estimate a number we have not recorded.
Quick Specs Comparison
Spec
Bear
Purple
Type
Foam / Hybrid
GelFlex Grid Hybrid
Model specifications are catalog reference details, not instrumented measurements. Confirm the exact configuration and current seller terms.
Manufacturer Specs Compared
Figures each brand publishes on its own product page. Values a brand does not publish show as "Not published".
| Spec | Bear | Purple |
|---|---|---|
| Profile height | Not published | 13.5" |
| Layers published | 6 | 4 |
| Cover material | Celliant infrared pillow-top cover (standard) | Polyester (67%), viscose (29%) and Lycra stretch cover |
| Coil count | Not published | Not published |
| Coil gauge | 13.5 gauge head/foot, 14.5 gauge centre, 15.5 gauge edge | Not published |
| Zoning | Reinforced coils along the left and right sides; no reinforcement at head or foot | Not published |
| Foam density | Not published | Not published |
| Fire barrier | Not published | Not published |
| Certifications | Not published | Not published |
| Made in | Made in the USA of imported and domestic components (Glendale, AZ) | Made in Utah, USA |
| Queen dimensions | Not published | Not published |
| Queen weight | Not published | Not published |
Sources: Bear official page · Purple official page
Key Advantages
Why Choose Bear
- Celliant cover promotes muscle recovery
- Lower price point across all models
- Great for athletes and active lifestyles
Why Choose Purple
- GelFlex Grid delivers unmatched cooling
- No pressure points — adapts instantly
- Better for combination sleepers
- More durable over time