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BedInABox OriginalvsPurple

Which one is best for you? BedInABox Original vs Purple - 2026 comparison by Vs Mattress

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BedInABox OriginalSave up to 25%!PurpleUp to $300 Off

BedInABox Original

by BedInABox · Memory foam

Save up to 25%!

20 years · 120-night trial

Purple

by Purple · Foam & polymer

Up to $300 Off

10 years · 100-night trial

Pricing by size

BedInABox Original

Twin$749

Twin XL$799

Full (Double)$899

Queen$999

King$1,199

California King$1,199

Purple

Twin$799

Twin XL$999

Full (Double)$1,199

Queen$1,399

King$1,799

California King$1,799

Essential information

	BedInABox Original	Purple
Type	Memory foam	Foam & polymer
Launched	2004	1989
Brand	BedInABox	Purple
Made in	United States	United States
Unique points	The PacBed Original has a new look and improved feel! We kept the aspects that made the PacBed Original our most popular mattress, while enhancing the feel of our memory foam. A 2-layer construction: 3" 3lb Density CoolRest® Advanced Memory Foam 8" 2lb Density High Quality Sure Align Support Foam Smooth Knit Cover.	Three layer construction: Top Layer: 2" Hyper-Elastic Polymer material in Smart Comfort Grid Non-toxic polyethylene copolymer powder coating Middle Layer: 3.5" 1.8 lbs density polyurethane foam Base Layer: 4" 2.0 lbs density polyurethane foam
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Certifications & trial

	BedInABox Original	Purple
OEKO-TEX®	Yes	No
CertiPUR-US®	Yes	Yes
Certifications	CertiPur-US®, OEKO-TEX®	CertiPur-US®
Other certification info	–	–
Sleep trial	120 nights	100 nights
Warranty	20 years	10 years
Free shipping	–	–
Free returns	Yes	Yes
Pay later	Yes	Yes
Delivery info	Typically, orders are shipped within two business days of receipt from our warehouse in Johnson City, TN via FedEx Ground. Delivery is usually 1-5 days depending on where you live.	Ready to ship in 3-4 days. Shipped directly from Purple to you in sturdy packaging with convenient handles to carry into your home.

Firmness & feel

	BedInABox Original	Purple
One firmness fits all	Yes	Yes
Select your firmness	No	No
Adjustable firmness	No	No
Half and half firmness	No	No
Flippable / reversible	No	No
Firmness info	-	One perfect bed, no more morning blues. Purple gives the best of both firm and soft with our pressure-erasing Smart Comfort Grid™. Wake up on the right side the World's First No Pressure™ mattress.

Construction & materials

	BedInABox Original	Purple
Layers	Density CoolRest® Advanced Memory Foam, Density High Quality Sure Align Support Foam, Smooth Knit Cover.	Top Layer: 2" Hyper-Elastic Polymer material in Smart Comfort Grid Non-toxic polyethylene copolymer powder coating, Middle Layer: 3.5" 1.8 lbs density polyurethane foam, Base Layer: 4" 2.0 lbs density polyurethane foam
Cover	Soft polyester knit cover for comfort and stretch, perfect for memory foam. Polyester fabrics and fibers are incredibly strong and durable, resists abrasion and dries quickly. Breathable for better temperature control. Accentuates the memory foam feel.	NEW SoftFlex Wave Knit : 29% Viscose, 67% Polyester, 4% Lycra (all +/- 5%). A custom, super-soft knit with tons of stretch so it can flex with both your movement and the Grid's. Its breathable material is also the perfect complement to the Grid's 1,800+ air channels.
Machine-washable cover	No	No
Ergonomic handles	No	No
Comfort	3 lb density memory foam rebounds (takes it shape) quicker making it easier to change positions. Open cell structure increases air flow, contributing to a cooler sleep.	Ventilation is the key to sleeping just right - not too hot, and not too cold. Purple achieves the ultimate sleep comfortability by combining a totally new material with a totally unique design. Purple remains temperature-neutral so you don't sleep hot and sweaty at night Purple's column design allows air to flow freely, preventing moisture trapping, extending the life of the mattress, and providing cleaner, more comfortable sleep. Thanks to the free air flow design and patented polymer materials, Purple naturally sleeps much cooler than memory foam, latex, and other mattress technology.
Support	The CoolRest® advanced memory foam has been softened (just slightly), creating more contouring qualities, while retaining the same great support. CoolRest® advanced memory foam perfectly contours to your body providing improved pressure relief to reduce tossing & turning. Sure Align support foam designed to support & correctly align your spine so you can sleep better. This works in tandem with the memory foam and provides perfect support for long lasting comfort and helps to distribute body weight evenly across the mattress.	A revolutionary mattress designed for just about everyone. It's designed to not only help you get better sleep, but to soothe joints, release pressure on the hips and shoulders, and support the neck and back. It's designed to make bedtime the highlight of your day! The Hyper-Elastic Polymer Purple is a pressure-releasing material. 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

	BedInABox Original	Purple
Available sizes	Twin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King	Twin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King
Dimensions	Twin: 11 "	Twin: 9.5 "
Twin weight (kg)	53	51
Twin XL weight (kg)	60	54
Full (Double) weight (kg)	74	75
Queen weight (kg)	88	88
King weight (kg)	110	110
California King weight (kg)	110	112

FAQs

BedInABox Original

What sleep setup do you recommend for my BedInABox?

Each BedInABox® mattress is designed to work with any standard foundation. Foam mattresses need as much direct support under them as possible in order to properly support the sleepers. Keeping a slatted or platform foundation under your BedInABox® will help you avoid mattress sagging or breakdown of the memory foam. It is recommended to pair your BedInABox® mattress with the Clever Connect foundation or the MotionInABox™ Adjustable Frame.

Is there a weight limit on your mattresses?

BedInABox® uses high-quality support foam, so there are no weight limits for any of their memory foam mattresses. However, certain foundations do have weight limits. Their foundations are rated for up to 1000 lbs.

Why is BedInABox® the best Mattress in a Box?

BedInABox® claims to be the best Mattress in a Box because they are the only brand that makes their own foam, assembles every mattress, and ships it all from their own factory in North Carolina. This means that every component of your BedInABox® is made in America and under one roof.

Purple

Why do people like Purple mattresses?

The Purple mattress is favored for its ease of movement compared to many memory foam mattresses. The Purple Grid is both conforming and responsive, allowing for more movement than highly conforming memory foam.

Do Purple mattresses need special sheets?

Regular sheets can be used with a Purple bed, but they must be of the right type. The best sheet materials for a Purple mattress are bamboo viscose and cotton, provided they promote breathability and have the ability to stretch.

What body type is best for Purple mattress?

The Purple mattress is an excellent choice for back and stomach sleepers. However, for heavier back or stomach sleepers, the Original Purple bed may not be the best option.

Wrap up

Thank you for checking out this BedInABox Original vs Purple 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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