The verdict in 10 seconds
Best Avocado
Avocado GreenA firm, natural latex bed that suits back and stomach sleepersSuits you if
- You sleep mostly on your back or stomach and like a firm feel
- You run hot at night or move around a lot in your sleep
- You want a bed made from organic, natural materials
Best Purple
Purple PlusPlush, cool, pressure-relieving bed that suits side and combo sleepersSuits you if
- You sleep on your side or switch positions through the night
- You share the bed and want to feel less of your partner's movement
- You tend to sleep warm and want a plush feel that stays cool
The short version
Purple is the stronger brand for mattresses right now. The best single model of the two is the Purple Plus, which suits you if you sleep on your side or switch positions through the night.
We researched 10 expert reviews, analyzed 13,837 owner ratings and comments across 10 sources for every Avocado and Purple model we cover, and cross-checked them into one verdict, so you don't have to.
See the evidence
Brand scoreboardAverage score 73 vs 80 · reliability 89 vs 94
| Avocado | Purple | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Review score | 73 | 80 |
| Experts | 84 | 84 |
| Owners | 55 | 69 |
| Reliability | 89 | 94 |
| Models scored | 1 | 1 |
| Most reliable model | Avocado Green | Purple Plus |
Averages across scored models. ● marks the better number on each row.
Quick answers
Which is better, Avocado or Purple?
Purple, on balance. Its models do better overall.
Based on: Average Product Review score 73 for Avocado vs 80 for Purple.Which brand is more reliable, Avocado or Purple?
Purple. Its models are less likely to give you trouble.
Based on: Average reliability 89 vs 94.What is the best Avocado mattress?
The Avocado Green. It suits you if you sleep mostly on your back or stomach and like a firm feel.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Avocado models (73).What is the best Purple mattress?
The Purple Plus. It suits you if you sleep on your side or switch positions through the night.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Purple models (80).