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Purple Plus Mattress

11-inch mattress with 2-inch GelFlex Grid and 1,400 air channels for temperature-neutral sleep and responsive pressure relief

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The Analysis

Quick Specs

Price$1,699
Airflow1,400 or more air channels in GelFlex Grid create unrestricted airflow; no coil system required for ventilation due to open grid design
ComfortResponsive grid feel unlike traditional foam; GelFlex Grid provides simultaneous cradling at pressure points and support across flat surfaces without heat buildup
FirmnessMedium, 5.5 out of 10

Expert Review Summary

The Purple Plus Mattress uses a 2-inch GelFlex Grid, Purple's hyper-elastic polymer grid technology, over comfort foam and durable base foam layers for an 11-inch total profile. The GelFlex Grid contains more than 1,400 open air channels running directly through the material, creating passive airflow that prevents heat buildup without phase-change materials or gel infusions. The polymer grid is temperature-neutral and does not absorb or hold body heat the way traditional memory foam does. Under concentrated pressure from hips and shoulders, the GelFlex Grid columns buckle and conform precisely to body contours, while the grid maintains firmness under broader flat surfaces like the lower back. This behavior delivers simultaneous pressure relief and spinal support in a single material layer. The polyfoam comfort and support layers beneath the grid are CertiPUR-US certified. The mattress weighs 111 pounds in queen size and has a 60 by 80 by 11 inch footprint. Priced at $1,699 for a queen (regularly $2,099 from Purple), the Purple Plus is best suited to hot sleepers who have not found relief with traditional gel or copper-infused foam. The 100-night trial and 10-year warranty are on par with the mid-range market. Edge support is moderate, and heavier stomach sleepers may prefer a firmer traditional option.

Technical Specifications

Price$1,699
Airflow1,400 or more air channels in GelFlex Grid create unrestricted airflow; no coil system required for ventilation due to open grid design
ComfortResponsive grid feel unlike traditional foam; GelFlex Grid provides simultaneous cradling at pressure points and support across flat surfaces without heat buildup
FirmnessMedium, 5.5 out of 10
Foam TypeGelFlex Grid hyper-elastic polymer, polyfoam Ultra Comfort layer, durable base foam
DurabilityDoubled durable base foam provides increased support and longevity; GelFlex Grid hyper-elastic polymer is designed to resist permanent deformation under repeated use
Noise Level5
Edge SupportModerate; foam perimeter can compress under sustained edge loading; not recommended for consistent edge sitting
Trial Period100
Zoned Support No
BreathabilityExcellent; GelFlex Grid allows air to flow freely through the comfort layer, preventing the trapped heat common to closed-cell foam surfaces
Cover MaterialSoft stretch-knit breathable cover designed to allow GelFlex Grid airflow to reach the sleep surface
Smart FeaturesNone
Mattress Height11
Pressure ReliefVery good; GelFlex Grid columns buckle precisely under concentrated weight at hips and shoulders while supporting broader surfaces
Sizes AvailableTwin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, California King, Split King
Warranty Length10
Firmness OptionsMedium
Material QualityProprietary GelFlex Grid hyper-elastic polymer, CertiPUR-US certified polyfoam support layers; doubled durable base foam for increased longevity
Motion IsolationGood; GelFlex Grid columns respond independently to minimize motion transfer between sleep positions
Spinal AlignmentGood; medium firmness and responsive grid maintain neutral spine position for back and side sleepers without excessive sinkage
Construction TypeFoam
Cooling TechnologyGelFlex Grid with 1,400 or more open air channels creates passive airflow through the sleep surface; temperature-neutral polymer does not absorb or retain body heat
Organic CertificationCertiPUR-US certified foams
Sleep Position SuitabilitySide, Back, Combination

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