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Best alternatives to the Purple Plus

The Nectar Classic is the strongest alternative.

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Strongest all-rounder

Nectar ClassicNectar ClassicComfortable, supportive memory foam bed that shines for back sleepers

Suits you if

  • You sleep mostly on your back and want steady support
  • You share the bed and hate feeling your partner move

Most dependable

Avocado GreenAvocado GreenA firm, natural latex bed that suits back and stomach sleepers

Suits 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

Easiest to live with

Brooklyn Bedding Signature HybridBrooklyn Bedding Signature HybridA bouncy, comfortable hybrid that's easy on pressure points but runs warm

Suits you if

  • You share the bed and don't want to feel every move your partner makes
  • You sleep on your side or back and want cushioning for your shoulders and hips

The short version

If the Purple Plus isn't quite right, start with the Nectar Classic: it suits you if you sleep mostly on your back and want steady support. The Purple Plus is still a great fit if you sleep on your side or switch positions through the night.

We researched 57 expert reviews, analyzed 143,631 owner ratings and comments across 18 sources for 8 mattresses, and cross-checked them into one verdict, so you don't have to.

Quick answers

What is the best alternative to the Purple Plus?

The Nectar Classic. It suits you if you sleep mostly on your back and want steady support.

Based on: Product Review score 84 vs 80 for the Purple Plus, across 7 alternatives.

Is there a more reliable alternative to the Purple Plus?

Not really. The Purple Plus is about as dependable as anything we cover.

Based on: Reliability 93 for the Nectar Classic vs 94.

What is the best alternative to the Purple Plus from another brand?

The Nectar Classic. It suits you if you sleep mostly on your back and want steady support.

Based on: Highest-scoring model not made by Purple (84).

Is there a cheaper alternative to the Purple Plus?

Yes, the Nectar Classic. It usually costs less and suits you if you sleep mostly on your back and want steady support.

Based on: Typical prices: Purple Plus $1,499–$3,198; Nectar Classic $649–$800.

Every alternative, ranked

How each one compares with the Purple Plus
  1. 01Nectar Classic

    Nectar Classic

    Comfortable, supportive memory foam bed that shines for back sleepers

    EXPOWNREL84
    Higher score (+4)Happier ownersPurple Plus vs Nectar Classic →
  2. 02Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid

    Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid

    A bouncy, comfortable hybrid that's easy on pressure points but runs warm

    EXPOWNREL83
    Higher score (+3)Happier ownersPurple Plus vs Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid →
  3. 03Tuft & Needle Original

    Tuft & Needle Original

    Comfortable, affordable foam bed for couples and lighter back sleepers

    EXPOWNREL81
    Higher score (+1)Happier ownersPurple Plus vs Tuft & Needle Original →
  4. 04Saatva Classic

    Saatva Classic

    A supportive, bouncy, hotel-style innerspring that's great for back sleepers

    EXPOWNREL80
    Happier ownersExperts rate it higherPurple Plus vs Saatva Classic →
  5. 05DreamCloud Classic

    DreamCloud Classic

    A supportive, good-value hybrid, but its firmness feel is debated

    EXPOWNREL77
    Happier ownersPurple Plus vs DreamCloud Classic →
  6. 06Avocado Green

    Avocado Green

    A firm, natural latex bed that suits back and stomach sleepers

    EXPOWNREL73
    Different trade-offsPurple Plus vs Avocado Green →
  7. 07Casper Original

    Casper Original

    Comfortable, quiet all-foam bed for couples, but weak edges and warm

    EXPOWNREL66
    Different trade-offsPurple Plus vs Casper Original →