Purple is not a brand that plays by conventional rules. Where most mattress makers compete on foam density, pillow-top thickness, or coil count, Purple’s entire identity revolves around a single proprietary material: the GelFlex Grid®, a hyper-elastic gel polymer grid that behaves unlike anything else on the market. The grid simultaneously collapses under pressure points to relieve tension and stays firm elsewhere to support your spine — a duality that traditional foam and spring combinations can only approximate.
Founded in 2016 in the United States, Purple has since grown into one of the most recognizable direct-to-consumer sleep brands in North America, serving customers in the US and Canada. Over the years the brand has refined its product naming: what was once called the Purple Hybrid, Purple Hybrid Premier 3, and Purple Hybrid Premier 4 now lives on under the Restore® collection — Restore®, RestorePlus®, and RestorePremier® respectively. If you have been searching under the old model names, you are in the right place. This review covers all three tiers, explains what changed (and what didn’t), and helps you decide which Purple mattress — if any — genuinely fits your sleep style and budget.
The GelFlex Grid®: Purple’s Core Technology
Before comparing models, it is worth understanding why the GelFlex Grid matters so much. Most hybrid mattresses layer foam on top of coils: the foam provides cushioning, the coils provide support. The challenge is that foam, by its nature, conforms slowly and retains heat. The GelFlex Grid sidesteps both problems.
The Purple Grid material is made with hyper-elastic gel polymer, engineered to become firmer and more supportive as pressure increases. That means lighter areas of your body — like the space behind your knees or the hollow of your lower back — receive gentle cradling, while heavier zones like hips and shoulders encounter more resistance without the typical “sinking” sensation. The open-cell, column-like structure of the grid also allows air to flow through it freely, which is a significant advantage for hot sleepers compared with memory foam.
The key variable across Purple’s lineup is how many inches of Grid sit on top of the coil base. More Grid means deeper contouring, softer initial feel, and more pressure relief — but also a higher price. Understanding that single parameter will help you navigate the entire range.
Purple’s Current Lineup: Old Names, New Names
Purple overhauled its product naming in recent years. Here is how the legacy models correspond to the current range:
| Legacy name | Current name | Grid thickness |
|---|---|---|
| Purple Hybrid | Restore® Hybrid | 2″ GelFlex Grid |
| Purple Hybrid Premier 3 | RestorePlus® Hybrid | 3″ GelFlex Grid |
| Purple Hybrid Premier 4 | RestorePremier® Hybrid | 3″ GelFlex Grid + CoolFlex® Coils |
Note that Purple has also introduced a Rejuvenate® Luxe collection for sleepers who want the deepest, most indulgent Grid experience, sitting above the Restore tier. The Essential collection covers all-foam options for shoppers who prefer a simpler, lower-profile build.
Explore the full Purple mattress range on the official Purple websiteRestore® Hybrid (formerly Purple Hybrid)
The entry point into Purple’s hybrid world, the Restore® Hybrid pairs 2″ of GelFlex Grid with a comfort foam layer and a base of pocketed coils. It is the most affordable option in the Restore line and the one most comparable to what a traditional hybrid mattress feels like — just with the Grid replacing a standard foam comfort layer.
Thanks to the springy coil layer, the Purple Hybrid is a very bouncy and responsive mattress, making it a good match for combination sleepers. If you change positions frequently throughout the night, the instant responsiveness of the Grid means you will not feel “stuck” the way you might in a thick memory-foam model. The 2″ Grid offers meaningful pressure relief for average-weight sleepers, though those above around 230 lbs (105 kg) may find they compress through it quickly enough that the coils become more noticeable.
Best for: Combination sleepers, back sleepers, shoppers entering the Purple ecosystem without committing to the premium tier.
Consider carefully if: You sleep primarily on your side at a higher body weight, or if deep shoulder and hip pressure relief is a priority — in those cases the extra Grid depth of the plus tier makes a real difference.
RestorePlus® Hybrid (formerly Purple Hybrid Premier 3)
The RestorePlus® is the model that first put Purple on the map as a genuine challenger to the premium segment. The mattress features 3″ of Purple Grid material made with hyper-elastic gel polymer, with about an inch of poly foam beneath for added pressure relief, plus 7.5″ support coils that give the mattress a springy, responsive feel and help cool it down.
That additional inch of Grid compared to the base model makes a perceptible difference in feel. Side sleepers with broader shoulders will notice more give around the shoulder without any spinal collapse. Pressure maps on this model typically show a more even distribution than on the standard tier, and the coil layer remains lively enough that the mattress never feels like it swallows you.
The mattress is a good match for combination sleepers, though couples may prefer something with a little more motion isolation. The bouncy character of the coils does mean some motion transfer between sleep partners — a consideration worth weighing if your partner moves frequently at night. For solo sleepers or couples where both partners are light sleepers, it is generally a non-issue.
The RestorePlus® occupies what might be described as the sweet spot of the Restore line: meaningfully more pressure relief than the base model, without yet crossing into the upper-premium price bracket.
Best for: Side and combination sleepers, people managing mild hip or shoulder discomfort, hot sleepers who want the cooling benefits of the Grid.
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The RestorePremier® is Purple’s most sophisticated mattress in the Restore collection and the direct descendant of the legendary Premier 4. The Purple Hybrid Premier 4 is a hybrid mattress that uses 4.0″ of the Purple grid system, foam, and pocketed coils, with outstandingly good cooling, moderate sinkage, low motion transfer, fast response, good sitting edge support, excellent lying edge support, and exceptionally good pressure relief.
The current RestorePremier® builds on that foundation with a notable engineering upgrade: rather than one solid layer of Ultra Comfort foam, each coil is individually topped with an independent foam pillar that creates Purple’s CoolFlex® Coils — a breakthrough that delivers dynamic pin-point support and increased airflow. The result, according to Purple, is a mattress that sleeps up to 4× cooler than leading competitors, a claim validated by SleepScore Labs.
Independent testing found the Premier 4 to be one of the best-performing mattresses with respect to cooling, earning a top ranking among all models tested to date. For hot sleepers who have tried everything — cooling covers, phase-change foam, gel-infused memory foam — and still wake up warm, the combination of an open Grid plus CoolFlex® Coils represents a fundamentally different approach to the problem. Rather than absorbing heat more slowly, the mattress architecture actively channels air away from your body.
The Premier 4 is especially recommended for heavier sleepers who found the comfort material on the standard Purple Hybrid or the Hybrid Premier 3 insufficient. The deeper Grid depth also shifts the overall feel toward a softer, more enveloping experience — which is why Purple markets this model primarily at side sleepers and combination sleepers who prioritise pressure relief over pure responsiveness.
SleepScore Labs data cited by Purple indicates the RestorePremier delivers 63% less sleep-interfering pain, a figure that aligns with the anecdotal experience of chronic pain sufferers who often report that the Grid’s pressure-relieving properties outperform both traditional innerspring and dense foam constructions.
The trade-off is price. The Premier 4 carries a price tag over 50% more than the average specialty mattress and approximately 2.5 times the cost of the average hybrid mattress — a genuine investment that makes the most sense for sleepers who have clear, specific needs (cooling, deep pressure relief, or chronic pain management) rather than shoppers simply looking for a comfortable mattress.
Best for: Hot sleepers, side sleepers above average body weight, people managing chronic pain at pressure points, couples where one partner runs warm.
Consider carefully if: Motion isolation is your top priority, or if your sleep needs are straightforward and do not justify a premium outlay.
How to Choose Between the Three Models
The decision ultimately comes down to three variables: body weight, sleep position, and temperature sensitivity.
If you sleep primarily on your back or stomach and weigh under 200 lbs (90 kg), the Restore® base model offers genuine Grid technology at the most accessible price point. If you are a side or combination sleeper, or if you carry more weight in your hips and shoulders, the RestorePlus® is the more appropriate starting point — the extra inch of Grid is not a luxury at that point, it is functional. And if you are a hot sleeper, if pressure point pain regularly disrupts your sleep, or if you fall into the heavier weight bracket, the RestorePremier® with its CoolFlex® Coils is the model worth the premium.
Couples should factor in the motion transfer characteristic: all three models are bouncy by nature, which is a virtue for solo combination sleepers but can be a nuisance if one partner is a light sleeper. In that scenario, adding a Purple-compatible motion-isolation mattress topper, or considering the Rejuvenate® Luxe tier (which uses multiple Grid layers and may dampen motion further), is worth exploring.
For more detailed comparisons of mattress models across brands, visit our mattress tests and brand reviews section or explore the complete Purple brand page on this site.
Configure your Purple mattress with current pricing and financing options at purple.comAvailability, Trial Period and Warranty
Purple operates primarily in the United States and Canada. Mattresses are available directly at purple.com, through Purple’s showrooms, and via selected retail partners (including Amazon.com for certain models). Delivery is free within the continental US and Canada; setup and old-mattress removal services are available as add-ons.
Purple has historically offered a 100-night trial period across its mattress range — long enough to go through a genuine adaptation period and assess whether the Grid technology suits your body. Returns initiated within the trial window are handled at no cost to the customer.
The standard warranty across the Restore collection is 10 years, covering manufacturing defects and premature sagging beyond the specified tolerance. As always, using a compatible mattress protector and a solid foundation is recommended to preserve warranty coverage.
Note for international readers: As of 2026, Purple does not ship internationally. Shoppers outside the US and Canada will need to use a freight-forwarding service, and Purple’s trial and warranty terms do not extend to international addresses. This is a meaningful limitation for a brand that otherwise earns strong marks for after-sales support within its home markets.
Verdict
Purple has built one of the most distinctive product lines in the mattress industry by committing fully to a technology that no competitor has successfully replicated. The GelFlex Grid delivers a sleep experience — simultaneously soft at pressure points and firm everywhere else, naturally cool, and instantly responsive — that cannot be approximated by standard foam or innerspring construction.
The Restore® Hybrid is a solid entry-level hybrid for back and combination sleepers who want a taste of the Grid without the premium outlay. The RestorePlus® (ex-Premier 3) is where the Grid genuinely shines for most sleepers — the sweet spot of value and performance. The RestorePremier® (ex-Premier 4) with its CoolFlex® Coils is exceptional for hot sleepers and heavier side sleepers, and justified for anyone whose sleep is measurably disrupted by heat or chronic pressure-point pain.
The brand’s only significant limitation is geographic: Purple remains a North American product. If you are based in the US or Canada and are ready to move beyond conventional foam-and-spring combinations, Purple deserves a serious look.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the Purple Hybrid Premier 3 and Premier 4?
The Purple Hybrid Premier 3 (now called the RestorePlus®) features 3 inches of the GelFlex Grid, while the Premier 4 (now the RestorePremier®) originally used 4 inches of Grid. In the current generation, the RestorePremier® has evolved further: rather than simply stacking more Grid, Purple introduced CoolFlex® Coils — individual coils each topped with an independent foam pillar — which improves both airflow and targeted support. The practical result is that the Premier 4 / RestorePremier® delivers more pressure relief, better cooling performance, and a softer overall feel, at the cost of a significantly higher price. If your primary concern is temperature regulation and deep contouring (for example, if you sleep on your side and run hot), the Premier 4 tier is meaningfully better. If you sleep on your back or are primarily a back-and-side combination sleeper with average pressure point needs, the Premier 3 / RestorePlus® offers excellent performance at a more moderate investment.
Is the Purple GelFlex Grid durable over time?
The GelFlex Grid is made from hyper-elastic gel polymer, a material that was originally developed for medical and performance applications before Purple adapted it for sleep. The grid structure is designed to flex repeatedly without losing its shape or resilience — unlike foam, which gradually compresses and loses its supportive properties over years of use. Purple backs the Restore collection with a 10-year warranty, which suggests confidence in the material’s long-term performance. Independent long-term owner reviews generally report that the Grid maintains its feel and responsiveness well into the fifth and sixth year of use, with no significant sagging or deformation. To maximise longevity, Purple recommends using the mattress on a compatible solid or slatted base with slats no more than 3 inches apart, and protecting it with a waterproof mattress cover to avoid voiding the warranty.
Does Purple ship to Canada?
Yes. Canada is one of Purple’s two active markets alongside the United States. Canadian customers can order directly through purple.com and benefit from free shipping. Trial period and warranty terms apply to Canadian orders in the same way as US orders. Purple does not currently serve any other international markets, so customers outside North America cannot order directly from Purple’s website.
Is Purple a good mattress for couples?
Purple’s hybrid models are responsive and bouncy — a quality that many combination sleepers love, but one that can translate into noticeable motion transfer for light-sleeping partners. If one partner moves frequently during the night, some of that movement will be felt across the mattress more than it would on a dense foam or memory-foam hybrid. That said, the RestorePremier® with CoolFlex® Coils performs better on motion isolation than the base Restore® model, as the individually-wrapped coils with independent foam pillars dampen cross-mattress vibration more effectively. Couples where both partners sleep heavily and change positions often will likely find any Purple hybrid perfectly comfortable. Couples where one partner is a light sleeper should test the mattress thoroughly during the 100-night trial before committing.
How does Purple compare to other hybrid mattresses at a similar price?
At the same price point, most traditional hybrids will offer more foam comfort layers, sometimes including memory foam or latex. What Purple trades away in plush cushioning depth, it compensates for with a fundamentally different pressure-relief mechanism: the GelFlex Grid’s column-buckling behaviour delivers more targeted support than foam’s passive compression. For hot sleepers especially, the open-grid structure tends to outperform gel-infused or phase-change foam in real-world overnight temperatures. Where competing hybrids may edge out Purple is on motion isolation (dense foam layers absorb movement more effectively) and on initial softness for very light-weight sleepers who do not compress the Grid enough to feel its full benefit. The best approach is to use Purple’s 100-night trial seriously — commit to at least 30 nights before drawing conclusions, since the Grid feel requires an adaptation period that is longer than a standard foam mattress.
Which Purple mattress is best for back pain?
The answer depends on the type and location of back pain. For lower back pain caused by insufficient spinal support, Purple’s hybrid models generally perform well because the GelFlex Grid provides zoned support — it resists more under heavy zones and cradles lighter zones — while the pocketed coil base offers a firm foundation. The RestorePlus® (ex-Premier 3) is a common recommendation for back pain sufferers because the 3-inch Grid depth provides enough contouring to relieve lumbar tension without allowing the hips to sink so far that the spine falls out of alignment. For sleepers with shoulder or hip pain specifically, the RestorePremier® offers deeper pressure relief. In all cases, sleeping position matters: back sleepers generally need less Grid depth than side sleepers, and stomach sleepers are often better served by a firmer, lower-Grid option.