We track the Queen Purple Plus GelFlex Grid foam mattress.
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Choose PurplePlus if you like Purple's Grid feel and specifically want more cushion than the original Purple. Skip it if you are a motion-sensitive couple, a stomach sleeper needing firm lift, an edge-support shopper, or a value shopper who wants a lower-risk trial.
Pressure-relief testing was excellent, and the 2-inch GelFlex Grid sits over a 2-inch comfort foam layer. PurplePlus gives shoulders and hips more room than The Purple Mattress without turning into a slow memory-foam bed.
Testing showed 2.01–2.09 inches of sinkage on an 11.12-inch physical profile. PurplePlus has more support depth than The Purple Mattress, but the medium feel is still a better match for many side, back, and combination sleepers than for strict stomach sleepers.
Motion-transfer testing recorded 11.51–11.97 m/s² peak-to-peak acceleration and movement that remained detectable for 1.14–1.18 seconds. That makes PurplePlus a mixed choice for motion-sensitive couples despite its quiet all-foam support core.
A fixed 12 lb load creates the impact while an accelerometer records the movement that crosses the mattress.
Cooling testing scored 8.8/10. The open 2-inch Grid and thin, stretchy cover give heat a clearer escape path than a conventional foam surface. The added comfort foam makes PurplePlus slightly less airy than The Purple Mattress, but it still avoids the deep, heat-trapping cradle associated with slower memory foam.
Edge testing measured 4.84–5.04 inches of seated compression, better than The Purple Mattress, but lying close to the side still felt less secure than on stronger coil hybrids. The perimeter is usable, though not a reason to choose PurplePlus by itself.
We measure seated compression, then check how secure the surface remains while lying directly along the edge.
The surface mostly recovered in 0.196–0.204 seconds and fully recovered in 0.30–0.32 seconds, with 10.96–11.40 inches of total bounce. The Grid's quick rebound makes position changes exceptionally easy.
The 11-inch profile adds more comfort material than the entry Purple, while the two support foam layers provide a substantial base. A strong initial odor cleared in about 11.1 days. Product-specific owner reports remain mixed and limited on long-term support, so durability is good rather than a defining strength.
The score uses the policy terms shown in the Fine Print Check below. Models governed by the same terms use the same policy inputs.
Purple says PurplePlus adds Ultra Comfort foam for more cradling pressure relief.
Supported. The construction adds a 2-inch comfort foam layer, and pressure-relief testing supports the upgrade for many side sleepers.
Choose it over The Purple Mattress if extra shoulder and hip cushioning is the reason to spend more.
Purple describes foam layers and Grid support as helpful for couples.
Caution. The mattress is quiet and responsive, but measured motion transfer is meaningfully higher than calmer foam beds.
Motion-sensitive couples should compare calmer foam beds before paying the PurplePlus price.
Purple says the Grid and breathable foams help temperature regulation.
Supported. Cooling is a real strength even though PurplePlus has more foam than The Purple Mattress.
It is well suited to shoppers who want pressure relief without a warm memory-foam feel.
Purple advertises a 100-night trial.
The trial length is real, but the 21-night minimum and $150 Essential transportation charge change the practical return economics.
Try it in store first if you are unsure about the medium feel or Grid surface.
Reddit owner discussionsReddit sentiment supports PurplePlus as the more cushioned Essential Purple, especially for side sleepers who like the floating Grid feel. Cautions are consistent: some owners find it too soft for back or stomach support, neither the original nor Plus has great edge support, the feel is unusual, and return-fee friction matters if the mattress is wrong.
Home Depot's exact Queen PurplePlus review page supports the product's current retail context and repeats the main product facts: a 2-inch Grid, an added comfort foam layer, air-channel positioning, and quick response. Store delivery, pricing, and return terms can differ from buying direct.
Purple's brand positioning frames PurplePlus as the cushier Essential model for side, back, and combination sleepers. The official pages establish its construction, pricing, warranty, trial, and return terms; independent owner discussions provide the more critical fit context.
Amazon listingAmazon carries an exact Purple Plus Queen listing with marketplace availability and the 11-inch Grid-plus-foam specifications. The listing confirms the product and sales channel, but does not provide an independent owner-evidence record.
Reddit sentiment supports PurplePlus as the more cushioned Essential Purple, especially for side sleepers who like the floating Grid feel. Cautions are consistent: some owners find it too soft for back or stomach support, neither the original nor Plus has great edge support, the feel is unusual, and return-fee friction matters if the mattress is wrong.
Product-specific comparison thread covering PurplePlus softness, side-sleeper fit, and edge-support expectations.
PurplePlus owner thread with praise for side/back comfort and cautions about softness, stomach sleepers, and edge support.
Comparison thread that helps separate the entry Purple feel from the cushier PurplePlus feel.
PurplePlus owner thread about upgrading from the standard Purple, with side-sleeper softness and showroom-fit context.
Public discussion of Purple's post-2025 mattress return transportation charge, relevant to PurplePlus as an Essential model.
Original Purple return report illustrating the $150 Essential-line transportation charge and pickup friction if a PurplePlus return is needed.
Home Depot's exact Queen PurplePlus review page supports the product's current retail context and repeats the main product facts: a 2-inch Grid, an added comfort foam layer, air-channel positioning, and quick response. Store delivery, pricing, and return terms can differ from buying direct.
retailer review page for the Queen PurplePlus with current model number and review-count context.
Purple's brand positioning frames PurplePlus as the cushier Essential model for side, back, and combination sleepers. The official pages establish its construction, pricing, warranty, trial, and return terms; independent owner discussions provide the more critical fit context.
Confirms current product facts, review module, specs, construction, price payload, and policy links.
Amazon carries an exact Purple Plus Queen listing with marketplace availability and the 11-inch Grid-plus-foam specifications. The listing confirms the product and sales channel, but does not provide an independent owner-evidence record.
Product-specific Amazon listing for the Purple Plus Queen with customer-rating and marketplace context.
Purple gives mattresses a 100-calendar-day trial from delivery, with a 21-night minimum before a return or exchange can start.
The mattress has time to break in, but you cannot immediately return it if the Grid feel feels wrong in the first few nights.
Purple's transportation-charge page lists PurplePlus in the Essential mattress group with a $150 charge.
The fee is large enough to matter because PurplePlus is a fit-risk mattress with a distinctive surface feel.
Warranty claims require proof of purchase, law tags, photos or video, cleanliness photos, and proof of proper support.
Keep documentation and use the right foundation if long-term support or defect coverage matters to you.
Queen, King, and California King slatted frames must have slats no more than 3.5 inches apart; improper support can void warranty coverage.
PurplePlus is heavy and needs proper support. A traditional box spring or wide slat gaps can create support and warranty problems.
In-home setup can be added to select Essential mattresses, excluding PurpleFlex and PurpleRenew, for a $200 fee.
At 109 lb in Queen, paid setup may be relevant for many homes.
Model checkedJul 8, 2026Current model
Configuration testedBrand label Medium · measured Medium-Firm 6/10 · 11-inch profile
SoftFlex cover98% polyester and 2% spandex top panel · Top
The stretch cover lets the Grid flex under the sleeper. Purple lists a non-slip bottom panel made from 74% polyester and 26% acrylic latex. As the surface textile, it chiefly affects the initial hand feel, moisture movement, and how readily heat leaves the sleeper; it supplies little of the mattress's deep support.
Why it matters: Across the Purple Plus Mattress, testing showed strong heat dissipation over five minutes. Treat the cover as one part of thermal comfort rather than proof that the mattress will stay cool for every sleeper.
GelFlex GridHyper-Elastic Polymer · Top
2.0"The Grid creates the buoyant Purple feel and airflow. It also makes the mattress more polarizing than a conventional foam comfort layer. The flexible grid yields under concentrated load while less-loaded areas remain raised, combining pressure redistribution with open channels through the comfort layer.
Why it matters: For the Purple Plus Mattress as a whole, testing showed excellent pressure relief. Its feel is more distinct than conventional foam, so the recorded sinkage and pressure result are more useful than assuming every sleeper will like the grid sensation.
Ultra Comfort foamPolyurethane foam · Comfort
2.0"This is the main upgrade over The Purple Mattress. It adds shoulder and hip cushioning below the Grid. This foam distributes load through the comfort stack. Its position, thickness, and firmness matter more than a gel infusion or branded name alone when judging contour and support.
Why it matters: In the finished Purple Plus Mattress, testing showed excellent pressure relief. Near the surface it contributes more cushioning; deeper in the mattress it primarily moderates the transition into the support core.
Support foamPolyurethane foam · Support
3.0"This support layer helps transition from the comfort stack into the denser base foam. This foundation resists deep compression and keeps the comfort layers working on a stable plane; it is not intended to provide the mattress’s initial plushness.
Why it matters: Across the Purple Plus Mattress, official build includes 11 inches of material and two support foam layers. Its thickness and material quality are more relevant to long-term shape retention and bottoming-out resistance than to surface softness.
Base support foamPolyurethane foam · Base
4.0"The base layer supports the mattress and gives PurplePlus more depth than The Purple Mattress. This foundation resists deep compression and keeps the comfort layers working on a stable plane; it is not intended to provide the mattress’s initial plushness.
Why it matters: For the Purple Plus Mattress as a whole, official build includes 11 inches of material and two support foam layers. Its thickness and material quality are more relevant to long-term shape retention and bottoming-out resistance than to surface softness.
Fire barrierFiberglass-free fire sock · Interior
Purple lists a fiberglass-free fire sock that is not chemically treated. This is a safety component rather than a comfort layer; it is intended to slow flame spread without supplying meaningful cushioning or support.
Why it matters: For Purple Plus Mattress shoppers, its exact composition matters most to shoppers who are avoiding glass-fiber fire barriers, while its condition matters because a damaged barrier should not be handled like ordinary upholstery.
Cushier Essential Purple: You want the Grid feel with more shoulder and hip cushioning than The Purple Mattress.
Choose if: You want the full 2-inch Grid feel at a lower direct Queen price.
Watch out: It has weaker edge support and less cushioning.
Read reviewChoose if: You want the Grid feel with a hybrid support core.
Watch out: It costs more and the Grid feel is still polarizing.
Read reviewChoose if: You want lower motion transfer and two firmness sides.
Watch out: It is more memory-foam-like and has its own edge-support caveats.
Read review