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Ratings Comparison
![]() GhostBed | ![]() Purple Mattress | |
MATTRESS TYPE | Latex | Foam |
PRICE RANGE | $895.00 | $1,149 |
FIRMNESS OPTION | 6 | 6.5 |
AVAILABILITY | online | online |
SLEEP TRIAL | 101 nights | 100 nights |
WARRANTY LENGTH | 20 Year | 10 Year, Non-prorated |
The GhostBed Is Good for...
- Sleepers who suffer from frequent back pain
- People who tend to sleep hot on all-foam beds
- Those who prefer firmer surfaces with moderate conforming
The Purple Mattress Is Good for...
- Side and back sleepers who weigh 130 pounds or more
- People who normally sleep hot on all-foam beds
- Those who prefer firmer surfaces with moderate conforming
Sleep Position Ratings
GhostBed
The GhostBed is ideal for sleepers who experience frequent aches and pains in sensitive areas of their body, such as the neck and lower back, and also tend to sleep hot. The gel memory foam and latex layers offer body-hugging pressure relief and spinal alignment, as well as great temperature neutrality. The GhostBed also absorbs and minimizes motion transfer to a significant extent and makes no noise when bearing weight, making it a great option for couples.
Purple Mattress
Because the Purple Mattress is ‘Medium Firm,’ it offers adequate conforming for people who weigh at least 130 pounds and earned the highest ratings sleepers who weigh more than 230 pounds; those weighing less than 130 pounds may find the mattress too firm. The Purple Mattress also sleeps fairly cool, making it suitable for hot sleepers. The mattress has a longer-than-average expected lifespan, as well.
- GhostBed
- Purple
Our Recommendations
Choose the GhostBed Classic if...
- You experience frequent aches and pains in the neck, lower back, and other sensitive areas
- You weigh at least 130 pounds
- You want a mattress that offers moderate conforming
- You and/or your sleep partner awaken easily due to noise or movement
Choose the Purple Mattress if...
- You consider yourself a hot sleeper
- You want a firmer mattress that provides moderate conforming
- You weigh at least 130 pounds
- You sleep on your side, back, stomach, or any combination of the three
Technical Details Comparison
Mattress Construction
Now let’s look at how the GhostBed and Purple mattresses are made. The next table lists specs for each bed’s firmness, thickness, weight, and material composition.
Specification | GhostBed Classic | Purple Mattress |
Firmness | 6 (Medium Firm) | 6.5 (Medium Firm) |
Thickness | 11″ | 9 1/4″ |
Weight (Queen) | 89 lbs. | 110 lbs. |
Support Core Components | 7 1/2″ 2 PCF HD Polyfoam | 4″ 2 PCF HD Polyfoam |
Comfort Layer Components | 1 1/2″ Synthetic Dunlop Latex 2″ 4 PCF Gel Memory Foam |
2″ ‘Smart Grid’ Buckling-column Gel/Elastic Polymer 3 1/4″ 1.8 PCF Polyfoam |
Cover Composition | Viscose/Polyester Blend | 67% Polyester 29% Viscose 4% Lycra® Spandex |
How Is the GhostBed Built?
The Ghostbed is made with two comfort layers: a top layer of synthetic Dunlop latex and a bottom layer of 4 PCF gel memory foam. These components work together to create a sleep surface that conforms rather closely to align the sleeper’s spine and alleviate aches and pains throughout their body. The aerated latex layer also promotes strong airflow, allowing the Ghostbed to sleep cool and comfortable for most.
The mattress also features a base layer of high-density polyfoam measuring 7.5 inches high. This layer reinforces the bed very well and helps maintain an even, supportive surface for sleeping. The Ghostbed weighs 89 pounds in a Queen size, making it heavier than most all-foam beds (due in part to the latex component).
How Is the Purple Mattress Built?
The signature ‘Smart Grid’ found in the Purple Mattress features buckling-column gel dispersed throughout an elastic polymer grid. The material conforms to the sleeper’s body and alleviates pressure points much like memory foam and latex, but it is also more durable and less susceptible to indentations. The Smart Grid also sleeps relatively cool, as well.
A high-density polyfoam base reinforces the entire bed and helps maintain an even, supportive sleep surface. The Purple Mattress is fairly heavy – weighing 110 pounds in a queen size – and will be somewhat difficult to move and rotate compared to all-foam beds.
GhostBed Sleep Trial, Warranty, and Delivery
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Sleep Trial 101 nights
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Shipping All 50 states
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Warranty 20 years partially prorated
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Made In USA
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Trial Period Details
GhostBed offers a 101-night sleep trial for the GhostBed mattress.
- This sleep trial includes a mandatory 30-night break-in period. Customers will not be able to return the mattress for a full refund until at least 30 nights have elapsed.
- The sleep trial begins on the day the mattress is shipped.
- This sleep trial is available to customers who buy their mattress directly from GhostBed; those who purchase their mattress on Amazon.com will qualify for that site’s standard 30-night trial.
- One mattress return per household is allowed.
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Warranty
GhostBed offers a 20-year nonprorated warranty:
- This warranty is partially prorated. GhostBed will repair or replace defective mattresses at no extra charge for the first 10 years of ownership. During years 11 to 20, customers will pay a prorated replacement fee based on the bed’s original price that increases five percent (5%) for each successive year of ownership.
- The mattress cover is covered under warranty for one year.
- Mattress owners are responsible for all shipping charges associated with mattress repairs or replacements for the entire 20-year warranty.
- The warranty will cover the following defects:
- Sagging or indentations in the sleep surface measuring one inch (1″) or deeper.
- Physical flaws in the mattress that cause materials to split or crack despite proper use and handling.
- The warranty will not cover the following:
- Sagging or indentations in the sleep surface that measure less than one inch (1″) deep.
- Normal increases in mattress material softness that do not compromise its pressure-relieving abilities.
- Damage that occurs due to lack of proper foundational support.
- This warranty is non-transferable, and is exclusively available to original owners who purchase their mattress from GhostBed or an authorized retailer. Those who buy or acquire their mattress from the original owner or a non-authorized retailer will not be eligible for warranty coverage.
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Delivery Details
The delivery policy for GhostBed mattresses is as follows:
- GhostBed mattresses are shipped within 24 hours of each order; most customers receive their bed within three to five business days.
- Customers receive a FedEx tracking number once the mattress has shipped.
- Changes cannot be made to the order once it has been submitted; orders that are cancelled will incur a 15% restocking fee.
How Is the Mattress Shipped?: Compressed, vacuum-sealed, and shipped in a box.
Where Do They Ship?: All 50 states, but no U.S. territories or international addresses.
Delivery Fee: Shipping in the contiguous U.S. is free of charge; customers in Alaska and Hawaii pay a flat delivery fee of $600.Old Mattress Removal
GhostBed does not offer old mattress removal.
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Sleep Trial 100 nights
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Shipping All 50 states and most of Canada
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Warranty 10 years non-prorated
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Made In USA
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Trial Period Details
Purple offers a 100-night sleep trial for the Purple Mattress.
- This sleep trial does not require a break-in period. Customers may return the mattress for a full refund at any point during the 100-night trial.
- The cost of promotional items included with the Purple Mattress purchase will be deducted from the total refund amount.
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Warranty
Purple offers a 10-year nonprorated warranty:
- This warranty is entirely nonprorated.
- The warranty will be voided if the Purple Mattress is not used with a flat, solid-surface, non-spring foundation.
- Mattress owners are responsible for all shipping costs associated with mattress repairs or replacements.
- The warranty will cover the following defects:
- Sagging or indentations in the sleep surface measuring 1″ or deeper.
- Splits or cracks in the mattress material despite proper handling and care.
- The warranty will not cover the following:
- Sagging or indentations in the sleep surface measuring less than 1″ deep.
- Burns, cuts, stains, mold infestation, and other types of damage that occur due to abuse or neglect.
- This warranty is non-transferable. It is exclusively available to original owners who purchase their mattress from Purple or an authorized retailer. Those who buy or acquire their mattress from the original owner or a non-authorized retailer will not be eligible for warranty coverage.
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Delivery Details
The delivery policy for the Purple Mattress is as follows:
- After placing their order, most customers receive their Purple mattress within 2-8 business days.
- Standard ground shipping is free within the lower 48 states, but customers in Alaska and Hawaii pay additional delivery charges.
- Expedited or White Glove delivery options are not available for the Purple Mattress.
How Is the Mattress Shipped?: Compressed, roll-packed, and shipped in a box.
Where Do They Ship?: Anywhere in the U.S. and most of Canada
Delivery Fee: Free shipping for customers in the contiguous U.S., but those in Alaska, Hawaii, and Canada pay additional delivery fees.Old Mattress Removal
Purple does not offer old mattress removal with Purple Mattress orders.
Purple Coupons and Discounts
Buy the Purple Mattress at the lowest available price.
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