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The The Purple Mattress costs about $630 less for a queen ($1,599 vs $2,229 list).
Both have a similar medium feel (about 6/10).
The Saatva Classic is an innerspring mattress; the The Purple Mattress is an all-foam mattress. The Saatva Classic has coils, which usually means more bounce, airflow and edge support. The The Purple Mattress has no coils, which typically isolates motion better.
The Saatva Classic comes in 3 firmness options, against 1 for the The Purple Mattress.
The Saatva Classic gives you 365 nights to decide, against 100 for the The Purple Mattress.
The Saatva Classic has the longer warranty (lifetime vs 10-year).
Only the Saatva Classic offers zoned support, according to the brand.
Only the Saatva Classic offers reinforced edges, according to the brand.
Only the The Purple Mattress offers a confirmed fiberglass-free build, according to the brand.
Only the Saatva Classic offers in-home setup, according to the brand.
The The Purple Mattress has more dedicated cooling features (1 vs 0), such as cooling covers or infused foams.
| Saatva Classic | The Purple Mattress | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Innerspring | All-Foam |
| Firmness | 6/10 · Medium brand rating | 6/10 · Medium brand rating |
| Firmness options | 3 | 1 |
| Height | 11.5" or 14.5" | 9.25" |
| Price (Queen) | $2,229 | $1,599 |
| Cost per night | $1.02 | $0.63 |
| Sleep trial | 365 nights | 100 nights |
| Warranty | Lifetime | 10-year |
| Shipping | Free white-glove delivery & setup | Free |
| Zoned support | ✔ Yes | — |
| Reinforced edges | ✔ Yes | — |
| Fiberglass-free (confirmed) | — | ✔ Yes |
| Cooling features | — | 1 |
| In-home setup | ✔ Yes | — |
| Certifications | CertiPUR-US foams, GREENGUARD Gold | CertiPUR-US foams |
| Best for | Back, Combination, Back pain, Couples | Hot sleepers, Combination, Back, Side |
Highlighted cells mark the advantage for that row. Features are credited only when the brand confirms them; prices are list prices at our last update.
Until our hands-on testing is complete, both mattresses are rated with our Research Score, built only from published specs and policies. It doesn’t measure how a mattress feels.
Hover over a score to see what it’s based on. A missing value means the brand doesn’t publish that information (for example a queen price).
| Saatva Classic | The Purple Mattress | |
|---|---|---|
| Side sleepers | ✔ Good fit | ✔ Good fit |
| Back sleepers | ✔ Good fit | ✔ Good fit |
| Stomach sleepers | • Hips may sink | • Hips may sink |
| Combination sleepers | ✔ Good fit | ✔ Good fit |
| Heavier sleepers (230 lb+) | • May lack support | • May lack support |
Based on each mattress’s stated firmness and design, not yet on our own testing. Body weight changes how firm a mattress feels.
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On paper, the Saatva Classic comes out ahead (4.3 vs 3.1 on our Research Score), but the right choice depends on how you sleep.
Pick the Saatva Classic if you want to choose between 3 firmness levels or you want a longer trial (365 nights). Pick the The Purple Mattress if you want to spend less (about $630 less for a queen) or you share a bed and want less motion transfer.
This verdict is based on published specs and policies. We’ll update it with hands-on results after testing.
They are rated about the same, around 6/10 (medium).
The The Purple Mattress is cheaper, at $1,599 for a queen against $2,229. Both brands discount often, so check current prices.
Both have a feel that should suit most side sleepers.
Only the Saatva Classic has zoned lumbar support. For ongoing pain, speak to a doctor or physical therapist.
The Saatva Classic comes with a 365-night trial and a lifetime warranty. The The Purple Mattress has a 100-night trial and a 10-year warranty.
On paper they are similar, with comparable cooling features and construction. Our thermal testing will settle it.