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

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Casper OriginalCheck current deal.PurpleUp to $300 Off

Casper Original

by Casper · Memory foam

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10 years · 100-night trial

Purple

by Purple · Foam & polymer

Up to $300 Off

10 years · 100-night trial

Pricing by size

Casper Original

Twin$1,095

Twin XL$1,395

Full (Double)$1,395

Queen$1,495

King$1,895

California King$1,895

Purple

Twin$799

Twin XL$999

Full (Double)$1,199

Queen$1,399

King$1,799

California King$1,799

Essential information

	Casper Original	Purple
Type	Memory foam	Foam & polymer
Launched	–	1989
Brand	Casper	Purple
Made in	United States	United States
Unique points	The Casper Original is good for sleepers of all kinds who want both support and cooling. Three layers of construction: Breathable Polyurethane Foam Zoned Memory Foam Durable Polyurethane Support Foam.	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

	Casper Original	Purple
OEKO-TEX®	No	No
CertiPUR-US®	Yes	Yes
Certifications	CertiPur-US®	CertiPur-US®
Other certification info	–	–
Sleep trial	100 nights	100 nights
Warranty	10 years	10 years
Free shipping	–	–
Free returns	Yes	Yes
Pay later	No	Yes
Delivery info	The Casper ships to your door for free in a compact box thats easy to maneuver on your own. Additional fees may apply for HI, AK, and certain areas of Canada. Terms and conditions apply.	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

	Casper 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	Award-winning comfort, signature "just right" feel.	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

	Casper Original	Purple
Layers	Breathable Polyurethane Foam, Zoned Memory Foam, Durable Polyurethane Support Foam.	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	Planet-friendly textiles. Up to 57 recycled bottles in each cover.	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	Stay cool all night with the innovative cooling system. AirScape: A top layer of perforated breathable foam helps reduce heat. Tiny holes move hot air and body heat away. A layer of Airscape perforated breathable foam increases airflow and circulates air so you don't get too hot at night.	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	Premium foam conforms to your body to relieve pressure. Zoned Support provides a layer of memory foam with 3 ergonomic zones to help align your spine and provide more relief. The durable base is engineered to prevent sinking and sagging while supporting your whole body. Get all-night comfort with the innovative support system. Zoned Support: 3 zones of targeted support for proper spinal alignment. Softer foam around the shoulders provides more relief to the upper body. Firmer foam under the hips, waist, and lower back helps align your spine.	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

	Casper 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)	46	51
Twin XL weight (kg)	50	54
Full (Double) weight (kg)	67	75
Queen weight (kg)	79	88
King weight (kg)	101	110
California King weight (kg)	100	112

FAQs

Casper Original

Has Casper original changed?

Yes, the new Casper Original has undergone changes from its previous version. It is now a medium firmness mattress. The older 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.

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.

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

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 Casper 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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