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Buying Guides

Elevate your sleep experience with confidence! Explore our buying guide, your go-to resource for choosing products that suit your unique needs.

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Plush vs. Firm Mattress: Pros, Cons, and Key Considerations

What is the difference between firm and plush mattresses? Plush mattresses are softer and provide a...

A Purple RestorePremier Hybrid mattress on an upholstered bed frame.

Does Bed Height Matter? How To Choose Your Ideal Bed Height

Key Takeaways Most standard bed heights range from 18 to 25 inches tall, depending on your...

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When Is the Best Time To Buy a Mattress? Top Mattress Sales Throughout the Year

The best times to buy mattresses are around Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Black Friday...

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Single vs. Twin Bed: What's The Difference? [2025 Comparison Guide]

Key Takeaways Single and twin beds are the same size, measuring 38 inches in width and...

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Bed Sheet Sizes and Dimensions Guide + Chart [2025]

Key Takeaways Using the correct bed sheet size ensures a snug fit so you can stay...

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How To Choose a Mattress: Comprehensive Buyer's Guide [2025]

Key Takeaways The best way to choose a mattress is by starting with your sleep position...

Purple’s RestorePlusTM Mattress in a modern bedroom.

Top Nectar Mattress Alternatives in 2025 (+ Why Choose Purple vs. Nectar)

Top Pick: With innovative temperature balancing and soothing pressure relief, Purple mattresses are the best Nectar...

A Purple RejuvenatePlus mattress in an open, airy bedroom.

Sleep Number Alternatives in 2025 (+ Why Purple Is the Best)

The Verdict: Purple is the number one Sleep Number alternative. The GelFlex® Grid outperforms Sleep Number’s...

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Memory Foam vs. Hybrid: Features and Considerations Guide

Key Takeaways: Memory foam mattresses retain your body’s shape providing pressure relief and a sink-in feel...

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How To Buy a Mattress Online in 2025 [7 Steps]

Key Takeaways Buying a mattress online is a convenient and relatively low-risk process. Before buying a...

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The Best Tempur-Pedic Alternatives in 2025 (+ Why It’s Purple)

Who Makes the Best Tempur-Pedic Alternative? The answer is simple: Purple. In every respect, the GelFlex®...

The thick Purple Rejuvenate™ Mattress on a modern bed frame in a bedroom.

What’s the Ideal Mattress Thickness? [2025 Guide]

Key Takeaways: A mattress’s thickness is its depth measured without a foundation or bed frame. Average...