Choosing between GhostBed and Purple for your next mattress? Both bed-in-a-box brands have their strengths, but the differences go deeper than you might think.
Join us as we explore how GhostBed and Purple stack up in quality, price, warranty terms and more.
GhostBed VS Purple
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No time to read the full review? Here’s how GhostBed and Purple compare:
At first glance, GhostBed and Purple might look pretty similar. Both brands offer CertiPUR-US® certified foam-based mattresses, plus all-foam and hybrid options across their product lines.
But if you dig a bit deeper—as we will in the next few sections— you’ll see that GhostBed excels in other (major!) categories.
The winner:: Customers searching for a foam-based bed-in-a-box with excellent customer reviews, an industry-leading warranty, and proven materials for support and cooling will love GhostBed mattresses.
GhostBed vs. Purple: Materials and Quality
If you've heard of Purple, you've definitely seen their commercials about their GelFlex® Grid. They've spent a lot of marketing dollars making sure you know about this responsive polymer layer that gives their mattresses a distinctive feel.
But just because there's a lot of marketing spend behind something doesn't mean it's the best material. Instead, experience and expertise are often the better indicators of a higher-quality product.
As a family-owned business, GhostBed doesn’t have investors pushing for quick profits. We can focus on what matters most: quality materials and craftsmanship. In fact, our founder Marc Werner has been in the business of high-quality manufacturing for decades—long before Purple launched in 2015. With this kind of background, we can source the right components and suppliers, all while keeping our prices in check.
That expertise shows in every mattress we make. Every GhostBed features our exclusive ProCore™ technology, providing 33% more support in the center third where your body needs it most, plus exceptional cooling technology—from our signature Ghost Ice cover to gel-infused foams that actively draw heat away from your body.
Meanwhile, Real Mattress Reviews has raised concerns about Purple's heavily-marketed Grid, noting that the material hasn't been around or tested long enough to prove the durability. Additionally, they say the grid design collapses outward when you’re lying near the edge of the mattress, making it less ideal for sharing a bed.
The winner:: With more than 20 years of mattress-making expertise, GhostBed uses proven materials and innovative technologies that are built to last.
GhostBed vs. Purple: Price
We've established that GhostBed uses superior materials, but what about the price?
This is where our company structure really pays off for customers. As a family-owned business without investors demanding maximum profits, we can work with lower margins and pass the savings directly to you. We’ve made it a point to offer our products at up to 50% less than what you'd pay elsewhere for similar quality materials and construction. (Check out our Value Guarantee to learn more!)
So whether you're comparing our Comfort collection to Purple's original mattress, our Signature line to their PurplePlus models, or our Luxe collection to their premium offerings, you'll consistently save hundreds of dollars while getting a higher-quality mattress and a longer warranty.
The winner:: GhostBed's family-owned structure means premium quality without the investor or retail markup.
GhostBed vs. Purple: Trial Period and Warranty
Ultimately, the only way to be sure a mattress is right for you is to sleep on it. Luckily, GhostBed and Purple are both generous with their trial periods.
GhostBed gives you 101 nights to try your mattress, while Purple offers 100 nights. Both will refund you 100% if you decide your mattress isn’t for you.
Where GhostBed really stands out, though, is with our industry-leading warranty coverage.
GhostBed provides 20 years of protection for our Comfort mattress and 25 years for our Signature and Luxe collections. Purple's mattresses come with standard 10-year warranties.
This extended coverage reflects our confidence in the quality materials our team sources and the durability of our construction. When you're focused on long-term reputation over short-term profits, you can afford to stand behind your products for decades.
The winner:: With 2-2.5 times longer warranty protection than Purple, GhostBed gives you genuine peace of mind that your investment in quality sleep will last.
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GhostBed vs. Purple: Customer Satisfaction
When it comes to customer satisfaction, GhostBed has a slight edge. GhostBed customers rate their mattresses an average of 4.8 out of 5, while Purple customers give an average rating of 4.4.
What makes the difference? Customers consistently mention GhostBed's superior comfort, cooling, and durability. As one customer put it: "This bed is the first one I've owned, and I've owned them all, that I wake up rested and with little back or neck pain. Great mattress!"
Many other customers are on their second or third GhostBed, often returning to buy a mattress for their guest room or RV after experiencing the comfort and durability first-hand!
Meanwhile, customers have raised concerns about Purple's GelFlex Grid, with some finding the texture uncomfortable and others reporting durability issues over time.
The winner:: Higher ratings and consistently positive reviews make GhostBed the clear choice for customer satisfaction.
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For most consumers, GhostBed beats Purple when it comes to price, quality and supportive, cooling sleep. Explore the full line of GhostBed mattresses to find the perfect fit for you.
