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Casper OriginalvsPurple Premier 4

Which one is best for you? Casper Original vs Purple Premier 4 - 2026 comparison by Mattress Battles

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Casper Original

by Casper · Memory foam

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10 Years · 102 Nights-night trial

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Purple Premier 4

by Purple · Hybrid (coils, foam & polymer grid)

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10 Years · 100 Nights-night trial

Pricing by size

Casper Original

Twin$995
Twin XL$1,145
Full$1,445
Queen$1,495
King$1,945
California King$1,945

Purple Premier 4

Twinn/a
Twin XL$4,799
Fulln/a
Queen$5,499
Kingn/a
California Kingn/a

Essential information

Casper OriginalPurple Premier 4
TypeMemory foamHybrid (coils, foam & polymer grid)
Launched20142015
BrandCasperPurple
Made inUndisclosedUnited States
Unique points

The Casper Original is good for sleepers of all kinds who want both support and cooling. Three layers of construction:

  • Breathable AirScape™ Polyurethane Foam
  • Zoned Memory Foam
  • Durable Polyurethane Support Foam

The Purple Premier 4 is made with ultra-high-quality materials engineered for the perfect synergy of durability, luxury, and No Pressure Support:

  • 4" Hyper-Elastic Polymer™ material in Purple Grid™. Non-toxic polyethylene copolymer powder coating
  • 1" High-density cushioning foam help the transition between layers for optimal comfort
  • 7.5" Responsive Support Coils. The gauge of the coils are 13.75 and use 95% recycled steel.

The key difference between the Hybrid, Premier 3 and Premier 4 is the depth of the Purple Grid™ layer - either 2, 3 or 4 inches. This changes the overall firmness and feel. The Purple Premier™ 4 is perfect for sleepers who crave even more of that dreamy "floating" effect.

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Certifications & trial

Casper OriginalPurple Premier 4
OEKO-TEX®NoNo
CertiPUR-US®YesYes
CertificationsCertiPur-US®CertiPur-US®
Other certification info––
Sleep trial102 Nights nights100 Nights nights
Warranty10 Years10 Years
Free shipping––
Free returnsYesYes
Pay laterYesYes
Delivery info

We ship via UPS Standard in the United States and Canada from warehouse partners in each country. Additional fees may apply for Northwest Territories, Yukon, and Nunavut. Terms and conditions apply.

Our products come to you in 3-5 business days via shipping courier for small parcels (such as pillows and sheets) and various larger parcels like a mattress in a box. Larger parcels (such as mattresses, beds, etc.) are delivered via our own White Glove Delivery. Although we cannot ship to P.O boxes, our White Glove Delivery can even deliver on weekends by request.

Firmness & feel

Casper OriginalPurple Premier 4
One firmness fits allYesYes
Select your firmnessNoNo
Adjustable firmnessNoNo
Half and half firmnessNoNo
Flippable / reversibleNoNo
Firmness info

Experience our most popular mattress with award-winning comfort and a signature "just right" feel. The perfect balance of support and pressure relief ensures your comfort throughout the night, while cooling technology keeps you at the ideal temperature for restful sleep.

The 4-inch Purple Grid™ layer is ideal for any sleep position - especially side sleepers. Perfect for sleepers with a soft mattress-feel preference. This is the softest of the Purple mattresses. Petite customers (115-pounds or less) tend to prefer The Purple Premier, as their pressure points are better cradled due to a thicker Purple Grid. Similarly, customers who weigh 250-pounds or more have expressed a common interest in The Purple Premier, as it offers a bit more support.

Construction & materials

Casper OriginalPurple Premier 4
LayersBreathable AirScape™ Polyurethane Foam, Zoned Memory Foam, Durable Polyurethane Support Foam.Hyper-Elastic Polymer™ material in Puple Grid™. Non-toxic polyethylene copolymer powder coating, High-density cushioning foam help the transition between layers for optimal comfort, Responsive Support Coils.
Cover–StretchMax Cover. Boasting even more stretch, the soft top material allows you to feel the full benefits of the Purple Grid™, while ultra-breathable woven side panels encourage airflow.
Machine-washable coverNoNo
Ergonomic handlesNoNo
ComfortCasper mattresses are specifically designed to sleep cool. We put a lot of R&D into how Casper mattresses perform throughout the night - like running thermal imaging tests and sweat tests. Our mattresses use a breathable comfort foam to offset the memory foam layered beneath it. This construction helps keep things nice and breezy and outrageously comfortable. Plus every mattress saves up to 57 recycled bottles from the environment. A top layer of proprietary perforated breathable foam helps reduce heat, the tiny holes move hot air and body heat away. This innovative cooling system is designed to help keep you cool all night.The Purple Grid™ has thousands of open air channels that feel cool as you lie doown and neutralize your body heat throughout the night so you sleep comfortably all night long. Air circulates more easily through the interior coils, which perfectly complement the Grid's built-in air channels and temperature-neutral gel material.
SupportThe durable base is engineered to prevent sinking and sagging while supporting your whole body. Premium AirScape™ foam conforms to your body to relieve pressure. Memory foam with 3 areas of Zoned Support™ help align your spine and relieve pressure. Softer under shoulders and firmer around the hips, waist and lower back.When it comes to our signature Purple Grid™, the thicker the gel grid, the less pressure you'll feel. The hyper-elastic polymer gel Grid immediately flexes to support your position and springs back into place as you readjust or move. The Purple Grid™ is designed to dynamically flex under pressure so it cradles pressure points like your hips and shoulders while still supporting the rest of your body. A border using high density foam creates reinforced edge support. Responsive Support Coils. Individually wrapped stainless steel coils pair with the Grid™ to offer dynamic pressure relief and support. Each coil is wrapped in responsibly sourced premium noise-reducing fabric. The Purple Grid™ is a flexible gel material that instantly adapts to your body and sleep position, providing soft support where you want it and firm support where you need it. This material is organized in a grid formation, which creates walls that can support or fold, depending on how much pressure it receives. It's durable enough to last decades so you won't develop a body impression. And it buckles under specific pressure, which provides excellent motion isolation so you don't feel someone else move in the bed.
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Size & weight

Casper OriginalPurple Premier 4
Available sizesTwin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal KingTwin XL, Queen, King
DimensionsTwin: 11 "Twin: 13 "
Twin weight (kg)46–
Twin XL weight (kg)50105
Full weight (kg)67–
Queen weight (kg)79168
King weight (kg)101204
California King weight (kg)100–

FAQs

Casper Original

Can I sleep on my Casper right away?

Casper mattresses are designed to be slept on immediately after they have fully expanded. Unlike some mattresses that may soften over time, it's typically your body that adjusts to the mattress.

Has Casper original changed?

The new version of the Casper Original is a medium firmness mattress. The previous version was slightly firmer and had two comfort layers, a zoned transition layer, and a bottom support layer. The new version has removed the second comfort layer and replaced the zoned transition foam with zoned memory foam.

How many years does a Casper mattress last?

While the lifespan of a mattress can typically range from 7 to 10 years, Casper asserts that their foam mattresses can endure up to 12 years. This duration extends well beyond the 100-day return policy, ensuring that you receive a good return on your investment.

Purple Premier 4

How thick is the Purple Premier 4?

Purple offers four different mattresses with varying thicknesses: 9.25, 11, 12, and 13 inches.

What is the lifespan of the Purple 4 mattress?

The Purple 4 mattress is designed to last between 5-7 years, depending on how well it's maintained. Its durability is enhanced by the robust Hyper-Elastic Polymer material.

Is Purple 4 good for side sleepers?

Yes, the Purple 4 mattress is particularly beneficial for side sleepers due to its thickest top layer, which provides immersive pressure relief. It is considered one of the best mattresses for side sleepers.

Wrap up

Thank you for checking out this Casper Original vs Purple Premier 4 mattress comparison. We have tried to compare all the necessary information to help you choose which mattress is the most suitable for you.

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