There are few things more important for human wellness than getting a good night's sleep, and nothing helps this better than having the right mattress. Practicing good sleep hygiene (going to bed at the same time every day, not eating close to bedtime, avoiding caffeine later in the day, etc.) certainly helps, but it all goes to waste if the sleeping surface itself is not comfortable. Fortunately, advances in modern design have led to mattresses that are both comfortable and provide much-needed musculoskeletal support. Two of the best mattress brands in this area are Purple and Sleep Number. Both are designed to deal with the different types of sleep disorders, back pain, and other issues that can be caused by sleeping on an uncomfortable or poorly-made mattress. Read on to find out what you need to know about Purple and Sleep Number mattresses.
These are two very different mattresses. The Sleep Number is designed with inner air chambers that can be inflated and deflated with the push of a button to provide different levels of firmness as desired by the sleeper. The Purple mattress meanwhile consists of different layers primarily made up of foam and polymer to provide long-lasting support and comfort. Newer models also have a layer of pocketed coils to assist with breathability.
Both Purple and Sleep Number offer multiple mattresses that follow their unique technology and designs. Purple only really offers two options, however, with the Sleep Number has a wider selection, with several primary mattresses to choose from, available in various bed sizes and customization options.
Back pain is an extremely common problem in humans that can be greatly helped by the right mattress and worsened with the wrong one. As far as these brands go, consumers should check out the Sleep Number 360 p5 Smart Bed (which can be manually adjusted in addition to automatically adjusting during sleep), but they should also consider getting a Sleep Number pillow (specially designed to keep the head and spine in alignment). Meanwhile, the New Purple Mattress is going to be the better one out of their offerings for back pain, thanks to its Purple Smart Comfort Grid for support.
For the most part, yes. All Purple mattresses can be used on regular bed frames and bases, and most Sleep Number mattresses can also be used accordingly. That said, it is worth noting that certain Sleep Number mattresses (those that are height / recline adjustable) might not be able to be used on every bed frame and will need to be purchased with an adjustable base. The same goes for the Sleep Number PowerBase, which is also mechanically adjustable via a remote control.
A Sleep Number mattress offers far more personalization than most other mattresses out there, all with the click of a button. They can also come with individual controls (DualAir Technology) for each side of the bed, which makes them great choices for couples. And because most of today's Sleep Number mattresses are equipped with Smart technology, they are also ideal for people who want to track their sleep patterns (via an app) and even have their bed adjust to their movements as they sleep.
The Purple mattress is easily one of the most scientifically advanced mattresses ever made. It is specifically designed to relieve pressure points and provide comfort and support no matter what position it is slept on. The Smart Comfort Grid also has open pockets that are flexible while still being firm enough for back support and providing plenty of airflow (people who sleep hot are going to love this mattress).
A new original Purple mattress can only be purchased on the Purple website, starting at $999 (Queen size) or special financing for $88 a month. The New Purple mattress can also only be purchased on their website, at $1599 for a Queen or $97 a month in special financing. However, a free set of sheets is currently being offered with each mattress purchase, regardless of size or type.
The best deals can be found in the Sale section of the Sleep Number website, where customers can currently save $500 on a 360 i10 SMART BED (normally $5,099 for a Queen). Sleep Number is also currently offering free delivery and setup on most of their models.