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Leesa and Purple are both bed-in-a-box companies that ship mattresses directly to consumers. Their products are in a similar price range, and both brands use foam.

There is no right mattress for everyone. This article will compare the features, benefits, and drawbacks of the Leesa and Purple brands and products.

Purple and Leesa both offer a small collection of foam mattresses. They have now expanded their lines to include hybrid mattresses with coils for additional support.

Purple use a trademarked hyperelastic polymer containing several patented foams to make its Purple Grid. They say that this grid offers even, well-distributed support while reducing pressure points.

Leesa donate unused and returned mattresses and are a registered B Corporation. This designation indicates that they meet high environmental and social responsibility standards. They tout their sustainable manufacturing practices and commitment to their community.

Some reviews note that Purple mattresses have a smell that lingers for several days.

A few others have raised concerns about the powder that Purple use on their Latex. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have raised concerns about the environmental and health effects of exposure to fine particles, but they have not specifically studied the powder that Purple use.

Purple and Leesa both make their mattresses in the United States.

Also, they both generally earn positive reviews for customer service and mattress quality. Mattresses on both sites consistently earn 4- and 5-star ratings. However, it is important to note that brand-loyal users may be more likely to review the mattresses on the company site.

That said, both have negative reviews highlighting customer service issues. Purple have significantly more reviews overall, as well as significantly more negative comments. Specifically, some reviewers say that they received a defective mattress that did not contain the Purple Grid.

The sections below will look at some of the products that these companies offer.

Please note that the writer of this article has not tried any of these products. All information presented is purely research-based.

All of Purple’s mattresses are CertiPUR-US certified, which means that they are free from toxic chemicals.

The mattresses’ flame retardant chemical has also earned a GREENGUARD Gold certification, which indicates that it meets safety standards for use in schools and health facilities.

Also, all mattresses in the Purple line are hypoallergenic.

Learn more about Purple mattresses here.

Purple Original

This mattress is a foam model topped with 2 inches (in) of a breathable gel grid for cooling and support.

This is the most affordable of the line, and it provides support and pressure relief.

Reviewers say that it offers medium support and cradles the hips and shoulders.

Purple Hybrid

This is a hybrid mattress that uses gel, foam, and coils for additional support.

Reviewers say that that it offers medium to medium firm support.

The coils increase airflow and offer greater durability, meaning that this mattress may last longer than a foam option.

Purple Hybrid Premier

Purple explain that a thicker gel grid means more support and less pressure.

This hybrid option uses coils for additional support, a thicker gel grid, and multiple foam layers to offer the brand’s highest level of support.

Buyers can choose between a 3- and 4-in grid layer.

The Purple Hybrid Premier mattress is available for purchase online.

Purple also offer a version of their Purple Original mattress in a child-friendly size.

Like Purple, Leesa offer foam mattresses that carry the CertiPUR-US certification.

Leesa do not use traditional flame retardants. Instead, each mattress uses a proprietary blend of fibers that Leesa say resists flame. It is unclear what safety testing Leesa have conducted on these materials.

Leesa currently offer four varieties of mattress, which the sections below will look at in more detail.

Leesa Original Mattress

Leesa’s original all-foam mattress offers a bottom layer of thick, supportive foam and a middle layer of memory foam.

The top layer of the mattress is breathable and offers a plush feel.

Leesa claim that this mattress has cooling benefits and soft foam for contouring and comfort.

Leesa Hybrid Mattress

This hybrid mattress combines two layers of foam, including a hole-punched outer layer for better air circulation.

Two layers of springs form the base, offering comfort and durability.

Because individual pockets wrap each spring, they help reduce pressure points while offering greater durability.

Leesa Legend Mattress

The Leesa Legend Mattress is the brand’s most expensive mattress, with two layers of springs and two layers of foam.

The mattress comes with an organic cotton and Merino wool cover to wick away moisture.

Each spring comes in an individually wrapped pocket for softness, support, and durability.

Studio by Leesa

This mattress is a more affordable version of the Leesa Original Mattress.

It features three layers of memory foam for medium support and a soft blue top layer that allows for breathability.

This is a medium firm mattress that suits all sleep positions.

Some things to consider when choosing a mattress include the following:

  • Warranty and in-home trial: Both Purple and Leesa offer a 100-night in-home trial and a 10-year warranty.
  • Environmental and social impact: Some brands and products are more environmentally friendly and sustainable than others.
  • Customer service: Returning a mattress can be a difficult process, especially if a person has to ship it back to the manufacturer at their own expense. It may be worth reading about other consumers’ experiences before buying.
  • Firmness and support: Different people have different needs and preferences. Knowing whether one prefers a soft, medium, medium firm, or firm mattress can guide a person’s decision.
  • Coil count and construction: Higher coil counts generally offer greater durability and support.
  • Outer layer: The top layer of the mattress can help it feel more plush, even if the mattress itself is firm.
  • Cooling: Body temperature drops during sleep, so a mattress that feels too hot can make falling or staying asleep difficult.
  • Motion isolation: Couples may wish to consider mattresses that do not transfer motion, since a partner’s movements can affect sleep.
  • Price: The cheapest mattresses are not always the most truly affordable, since people may need to replace them more often.

Sleep is critical for good health. Indeed, poor quality sleep can increase the risk of:

Although mattresses are neither the only nor the most important factor affecting sleep, using an uncomfortable mattress can make it difficult to sleep, especially for people with insomnia or pain.

A 2015 systematic review of controlled trials found that a medium firm, custom-inflated mattress “is optimal for promoting sleep comfort, quality, and spinal alignment.”

Leesa and Purple offer a comparable range of foam, hybrid, and luxury mattresses, making it easier for buyers to compare reviews and features.

Both companies have good reputations, a small number of complaints, and similar brand histories.

Because they also offer a 100-night in-home trial, people considering a purchase may want to compare the brands and their products.