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Quick Specs Comparison
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Manufacturer Specs Compared
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| Spec | Purple | DreamCloud |
|---|---|---|
| Profile height | 13.5" | 13.5" |
| Layers published | 4 | 5 |
| Cover material | Polyester (67%), viscose (29%) and Lycra stretch cover | Not published |
| Coil count | Not published | Not published |
| Coil gauge | Not published | Not published |
| Zoning | Not published | Not published |
| Foam density | Not published | Not published |
| Fire barrier | Not published | Not published |
| Certifications | Not published | Not published |
| Made in | Made in Utah, USA | Made in the USA |
| Queen dimensions | Not published | Not published |
| Queen weight | Not published | Not published |
Sources: Purple official page · DreamCloud official page
Key Advantages
Why Choose Purple
- GelFlex Grid provides unique pressure relief
- Excellent cooling — grid allows air to flow freely
- No-pressure feel eliminates pressure points
- Unique comfort you can't get from traditional foam
Why Choose DreamCloud
- Superior edge support and durability
In-Depth Analysis
DreamCloud and Purple represent two fundamentally different mattress technologies at very different price points. DreamCloud builds a traditional luxury hybrid with memory foam over pocketed coils, while Purple's GelFlex Grid creates a completely unique sleep surface that behaves unlike any foam.
Purple's GelFlex Grid technology is genuinely innovative. The hyperelastic polymer grid collapses under pressure points (shoulders, hips) while supporting lighter areas (lower back). The result is extraordinary pressure relief with near-perfect temperature neutrality — the grid's open channels allow constant airflow.
Our Verdict
DreamCloud wins decisively on value, trial period, warranty, and edge support. Purple wins on cooling technology and innovative pressure relief. At nearly half the price with triple the trial period, DreamCloud is the better choice for most shoppers.
Buying Advice
Choose DreamCloud if you want luxury hybrid comfort at a fraction of the price with an industry-leading trial and warranty
Choose Purple if temperature-neutral sleep is your top priority and you're willing to pay a premium for the GelFlex Grid
Side sleepers with hip/shoulder pain may prefer Purple's adaptive grid, which collapses precisely where you need it
Couples should favor DreamCloud for its superior edge support and motion isolation scores
Test Purple in-store if possible — the GelFlex Grid feel is polarizing and some sleepers find it too different