The Purple Plus is Purple’s bestselling quick ship mattress, and its reason to buy is simple: a 2-inch GelFlex Grid over three foam layers, in an 11-inch profile, with a medium feel aimed at shoulder and hip pressure relief. It is the step up from the base Purple, adding an Ultra Comfort layer for extra cushioning, pressure relief and stability. Shoppers who want the grid surface with more underneath it, delivered quickly from a US warehouse, are the buyers this model was built for.
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Our pick
Saatva Classicthe innerspring alternative if you want a longer trial and a choice of feels
- 365-night home trial
- Free white-glove delivery and old-mattress removal
- Lifetime warranty
- Three comfort levels: Plush Soft, Luxury Firm and Firm
What is the Purple Plus, and who is it for?
The Purple Plus is a foam mattress built around Purple’s signature GelFlex Grid, a 2-inch layer of Hyper-Elastic Polymer sitting on top of three foam layers. The brand lists it as a medium feel with shoulder and hip pressure relief, and it pairs with an adjustable base rated to at least 750 lbs weight capacity. It ships from a US warehouse as a bestselling quick ship item, which matters if you are replacing a mattress on a deadline rather than planning a purchase months out.
It is for sleepers who already know they like the idea of the grid surface but want more cushioning than the base model offers. The Ultra Comfort foam layer is described by the brand as dissipating heat and offering responsive comfort, and the edge support foam is listed as increasing support and mattress durability.
What does the Purple Plus actually contain?
The build is documented in four layers. On top sits a 2-inch Purple GelFlex Grid made of Hyper-Elastic Polymer with a non-toxic moisture wicking treatment. Below that are two comfort layers of polyurethane foam, one at 2 inches and one at 3 inches, and a 4-inch polyurethane foam base layer. The fire retardant is a fiberglass-free fire sock that is not chemically treated, which is a detail worth noting for shoppers avoiding fiberglass in any form.
The cover fabric is listed as a top panel of 98 percent polyester and 2 percent spandex, with a non-slip bottom panel of 74 percent polyester and 26 percent acrylic latex. Care instructions are spot clean with mild detergent, such as upholstery cleaner. The full stack adds up to the 11-inch profile height the brand lists for this model.
How big is it, and what does it weigh?
Every size carries the same 11-inch height. The weight figures below are the product weights listed on the official page, with shipping weights alongside them. These matter for two practical reasons: getting the mattress into an upstairs bedroom, and knowing whether your frame and base are rated for the load.
| Size | Dimensions | Product weight | Shipping weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin | 75 x 38 x 11 inches | 65 lbs | 75 lbs |
| Twin XL | 80 x 38 x 11 inches | 69 lbs | 79 lbs |
| Full | 75 x 54 x 11 inches | 92 lbs | 102 lbs |
| Queen | 80 x 60 x 11 inches | 109 lbs | 119 lbs |
| King | 80 x 76 x 11 inches | 138 lbs | 148 lbs |
| California King | 84 x 72 x 11 inches | 137 lbs | 147 lbs |
| Split King (2pk) | 80 x 38 x 11 inches | 138 lbs | 2 packages at 79 lbs each |
The base compatibility list on the official page covers bed frames with slats less than 3.5 inches apart, solid surface bases, adjustable bases tested to at least 750 lbs weight capacity, traditional box springs, and bed frames with slats more than 3.5 inches apart. Check your current frame against that list before ordering rather than after delivery.
How does the Purple Plus feel and support sleepers?
The brand describes the feel as medium, with shoulder and hip pressure relief, and states that the added Ultra Comfort layer softens pressure on shoulders. The GelFlex Grid is the element that defines the surface: it is a polymer grid rather than a flat foam slab, and the official page positions it as delivering instant pressure relief. The dual base support foam is listed as stabilizing and supporting the comfort layers above it.
What the specifications do not tell you is how any of this performs for a specific body type or sleep position. There is no firmness number, no indentation load deflection figure, and no weight-specific guidance on this page. If you are a side sleeper with shoulder pain, a back sleeper with a sensitive lower back, or a combination sleeper who changes position at night, the useful step is to read the official comfort guidance on the product page and, if possible, feel the grid in person at one of the 3400 plus locations the brand lists. The medium description is a starting point, not a guarantee for your build.
Does the Purple Plus sleep cool?
The brand lists the Ultra Comfort foam as dissipating heat, and the GelFlex Grid carries a non-toxic moisture wicking treatment. Those are the documented cooling claims.
Cooling matters most for sleepers who wake up hot, share a bed with someone who runs warm, or live in a room without good airflow. On the official page, check whether the cooling language attached to the Purple Plus differs from the language attached to the Restore and RestorePlus Hybrid models, which the brand lists with cooling and support ratings of their own. That comparison tells you more than any general statement about polymer grids.
How about motion isolation, edge support and noise?
The official page lists an edge support foam layer whose stated function is to increase support and mattress durability. That is the only edge-related fact published for this model. There are no figures for motion transfer, no roll-off measurements, and no noise data, because the mattress contains no coils. For couples, motion isolation is usually the deciding factor, and it is worth checking the official page for any updated language before you order. Edge support matters if you sit on the side of the bed to put on shoes or sleep close to the edge.
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What do the trial and warranty actually cover?
The Purple Plus comes with a 100-night trial that begins the day the mattress is delivered. If it is not a fit within the first 100 nights, the brand will pick it up and issue a refund. There is a condition: Purple asks all customers to spend at least 21 nights on the mattress before starting a return or exchange, so the body has time to adjust to the feel and support.
The warranty runs 10 years from the date of original purchase and covers replacement if something is wrong with the mattress. The warranty terms are specific. It is valid only if the purchaser uses the product for personal consumer use, it no longer applies after any resale whether new or used, and a claim requires original dated proof of purchase by the original purchaser, the official warranty document, and law tags. Read those conditions before you buy, especially if you might resell or hand the mattress down.
What does the Purple Plus cost?
The official product page for the Purple Plus shows the model as on sale, and the brand lists a limited time 0 percent APR offer on orders of 50 dollars or more, which is a financing option rather than a discount, and its terms should be read on the official page.
The price question is also a size question. The Purple Plus is available in seven configurations including Split King, and the weight and shipping differences between a Twin at 65 lbs and a King at 138 lbs affect delivery logistics as much as cost.
Who should buy the Purple Plus, and who should not?
Buy the Purple Plus if you want the GelFlex Grid surface with more cushioning than a base model provides, if you are replacing a mattress quickly and value the quick ship availability, and if a medium feel with shoulder and hip pressure relief matches what you already know you like. It also fits shoppers who want a fiberglass-free fire sock, a documented 11-inch profile, and a mattress that pairs with an adjustable base tested to at least 750 lbs weight capacity. The seven size configurations, from a 65 lbs Twin to a 138 lbs King, mean most couples and most bedroom setups have a match, and the Split King option opens the door to adjustable base setups for two sleepers.
Skip the Purple Plus if you want a trial longer than 100 nights, a warranty beyond 10 years, a choice of firmness levels, or a traditional innerspring feel. It is also the wrong pick if you want a mattress with coils, since this model is foam and polymer throughout. Shoppers who need a longer adjustment window should note the 21-night minimum before a return, which shortens the practical trial. If any of those conditions describe you, the Saatva Classic above is the alternative with a 365-night trial, a lifetime warranty, and three comfort levels.
How does the Purple Plus compare with other Purple models?
The official page places the Purple Plus alongside two hybrid models. The Restore Hybrid Mattress carries an 11.5-inch profile and pairs a 2-inch GelFlex Grid with coils for responsive support and increased breathability. The RestorePlus Hybrid Mattress carries a 13-inch profile with a deeper 3-inch GelFlex Grid and zoned coils for targeted comfort, support and spine alignment. Both are listed as on sale with their own ratings.
The distinction is construction. The Purple Plus is all foam and polymer, with no coils anywhere in the stack, which is why the brand lists no noise data for it. The Restore models add coils, which changes breathability and support character. If you want the grid without coils, the Purple Plus is the model in this lineup that fits. If you want coils under the grid, the Restore and RestorePlus Hybrid are the pages to read.
What do buyers say about the Purple Plus?
The official page carries a 4.3 rating from 823 reviews for the Purple Plus, and the brand states the mattress has over 22K 5-star reviews across its range. One review quoted on the page describes a restless partner being helped by the mattress. The brand also invites shoppers to try the GelFlex Grid in person at one of 3400 plus locations, which is the most direct way to form an opinion before ordering.
World Sleep Almanac score: 7.6/10
Our editorial score for the Purple Plus is based on five criteria: price at equal size, trial and returns, warranty, materials and construction, and public customer reviews. The construction is strong, with a documented four-layer build, a fiberglass-free fire sock, and a GelFlex Grid that no competitor replicates in quite the same way. The trial and warranty are the weak points: 100 nights with a 21-night minimum before a return, and a 10-year warranty with specific proof-of-purchase conditions. Public reviews are solid at 4.3 from 823 ratings. Price at equal size is scored on the sale pricing the brand currently displays. The score is editorial and reflects these criteria, not a physical test.
Verdict: the Purple Plus is the right buy for shoppers who want the GelFlex Grid with extra cushioning, quick shipping, and a medium feel aimed at shoulder and hip relief. It is the wrong buy for anyone who needs a long trial, a lifetime warranty, or a choice of firmness levels.
Our pick
Saatva Classicthe longer-trial, three-firmness alternative
- 365-night home trial
- Free white-glove delivery and old-mattress removal
- Lifetime warranty
- Plush Soft, Luxury Firm and Firm comfort levels
Readers weighing the same choice often move on to our Beautyrest vs Purple comparison.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Purple Plus come with a fiberglass barrier?
No. The fire retardant is listed as a fiberglass-free fire sock that is not chemically treated. This is one of the clearer material disclosures on the page and a genuine plus for shoppers who want to avoid fiberglass in any form.
Can the Purple Plus go on an adjustable base?
Yes. The brand lists adjustable bases tested to at least 750 lbs weight capacity among the compatible foundations, alongside bed frames with slats less than 3.5 inches apart, solid surface bases, traditional box springs, and frames with slats more than 3.5 inches apart.
How long do I have to try the Purple Plus before a return?
The trial runs 100 nights from delivery, but Purple asks customers to spend at least 21 nights on the mattress before starting a return or exchange. That minimum exists so the body has time to adjust to the feel and support.
Is the Purple Plus the same height in every size?
Yes. All seven configurations, from Twin through Split King, carry the same 11-inch profile height. Only the dimensions and weights change between sizes.
Does the Purple Plus contain coils?
No. The build is a 2-inch GelFlex Grid over two polyurethane comfort foam layers and a 4-inch polyurethane base layer. Coils appear in the Restore Hybrid and RestorePlus Hybrid models, not in the Purple Plus.
Reviewed by the World Sleep Almanac editorial team. Updated 2026.