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Purple vs Tuft & Needle
Too close to call: it comes down to the model.
The verdict in 10 seconds
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
Best Tuft & Needle
Tuft & Needle OriginalComfortable, affordable foam bed for couples and lighter back sleepersSuits you if
- You share a bed with a restless partner or pet
- You sleep mostly on your back and are light to average weight
- You want a comfortable foam bed on a budget, or one for a guest room
The short version
Brand for brand, Purple and Tuft & Needle are closely matched. The best single model of the two is the Tuft & Needle Original, which suits you if you share a bed with a restless partner or pet.
We researched 13 expert reviews, analyzed 69,490 owner ratings and comments across 13 sources for every Purple and Tuft & Needle model we cover, and cross-checked them into one verdict, so you don't have to.
See the evidence
Brand scoreboardAverage score 80 vs 81 · reliability 94 vs 86
| Purple | Tuft & Needle | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Review score | 80 | 81 |
| Experts | 84 | 75 |
| Owners | 69 | 84 |
| Reliability | 94 | 86 |
| Models scored | 1 | 1 |
| Most reliable model | Purple Plus | Tuft & Needle Original |
Averages across scored models. ● marks the better number on each row.
Quick answers
Which is better, Purple or Tuft & Needle?
Neither, clearly. Choose the model, not the brand.
Based on: Average Product Review score 80 for Purple vs 81 for Tuft & Needle.Which brand is more reliable, Purple or Tuft & Needle?
Purple. Its models are less likely to give you trouble.
Based on: Average reliability 94 vs 86.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).What is the best Tuft & Needle mattress?
The Tuft & Needle Original. It suits you if you share a bed with a restless partner or pet.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Tuft & Needle models (81).