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Nolah OriginalvsPurple

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

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Nolah Original30% Off + Choose a Free GiftPurpleUp to $300 Off

Nolah Original

by Nolah Sleep · Polyurethane foam

30% Off + Choose a Free Gift

LIFETIME · 120-night trial

Purple

by Purple · Foam & polymer

Up to $300 Off

10 years · 100-night trial

Pricing by size

Nolah Original

Twin$999

Twin XL$1,199

Full (Double)$1,349

Queen$1,449

King$1,749

California King$1,749

Purple

Twin$799

Twin XL$999

Full (Double)$1,199

Queen$1,399

King$1,799

California King$1,799

Essential information

	Nolah Original	Purple
Type	Polyurethane foam	Foam & polymer
Launched	–	1989
Brand	Nolah Sleep	Purple
Made in	United States	United States
Unique points	10" Tall 3-Layer High-Resilience Polyurethane Foam Construction: 2" Pressure relief Nolah AirFoam 1" Latex-Like Support Foam 7" High-Density Polyurethane Foam Botanic Origin Tencel 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

	Nolah Original	Purple
OEKO-TEX®	No	No
CertiPUR-US®	Yes	Yes
Certifications	CertiPur-US®	CertiPur-US®
Other certification info	–	–
Sleep trial	120 nights	100 nights
Warranty	LIFETIME	10 years
Free shipping	–	–
Free returns	Yes	Yes
Pay later	Yes	Yes
Delivery info	We ship via UPS Ground to the 48 contiguous states. Each Nolah Mattress is built to order and shipped from our factory within 1-5 days of purchase, with an additional 3-4 days of transit time before it arrives at your front door.	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

	Nolah 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	It's designed to be universally comfortable with a medium firmness that can fit any sleep preference, body weight, and shape. It's not too firm, not too soft, but just right and a 5.0 on the 10.0 firmness scale. This perfect feel is achieved by our Nolah AirFoam™ that has the bouncy support of Latex and gentle body contouring of Memory Foam.	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

	Nolah Original	Purple
Layers	2" Pressure relief Nolah AirFoam, 1" Latex-Like Support Foam, 7" High-Density Polyurethane Foam, Botanic Origin Tencel 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	Botanic Origin Tencel Cover New snow-white Tencel cellulosic cover of botanic origin defines a new standard of sustainability and natural sleep comfort.	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	The Nolah Mattress also sleeps cooler because Nolah is 100% temperature neutral and made entirely without the use of heat-trapping viscoelastic chemicals. Cooling Nolah AirFoam The top 2" of this cooling foam mattress is not temperature sensitive, unlike Memory Foam, so it sleeps cooler and contours better to your body.	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 Nolah Mattress is scientifically proven to provide 4X times less peak pressure on the hips, shoulders and back area compared to high-end memory foams. With a supportive bounce and zero motion transfer, you're are guaranteed to enjoy a deep, restorative sleep every night. Supportive Avena® Foam 1" support layer that's stronger and more durable than Latex. It also provides a healthy and responsive bounce to keep you sound asleep all night.	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

	Nolah Original	Purple
Available sizes	Twin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King	Twin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King
Dimensions	Twin: 10 "	Twin: 9.5 "
Twin weight (kg)	N/A	51
Twin XL weight (kg)	N/A	54
Full (Double) weight (kg)	N/A	75
Queen weight (kg)	N/A	88
King weight (kg)	N/A	110
California King weight (kg)	N/A	112

FAQs

Nolah Original

Can you flip the Nolah Original mattress?

No, the Nolah Original mattress is not designed to be flipped. It should be used with the base layer at the bottom and the AirFoam on top.

What if I don't like my Nolah Original mattress?

If you are not satisfied with your Nolah Original mattress, you can return it for a full refund. However, you should try the mattress for 30 days before contacting the company for a return.

Is Nolah a good mattress?

Yes, the Nolah Original is a highly-rated mattress. It is a soft, pressure-relieving mattress that is a great fit for side sleepers and those with pain issues.

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 Nolah 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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