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Tom's Guide
3 days ago
- Business
- Tom's Guide
‘The most cloud-like pillow ever' — Purple launches new GridCloud pillow and side sleepers will love it
Purple is a top-rated sleep brand, renowned for its signature pressure relieving GelFlex Grid layer. The brand has combined the responsiveness of this flexible layer with the ultra plush comfort of down-alternative fibers to produce a new cloud-like pillow. Like the sound of that? The GridCloud Pillow is now available to shop at Purple. Release date: June 2025Sizes: StandardWarranty: 1 yearTrial: 100nights The inclusion of Purple's GelFlex layer in their beds makes them comparable to some of the best mattresses of the year, thanks to its responsive support and breathable structure. The brand has now combined this layer with a down-alternative fill for what they are dubbing their softest pillow ever. The new model boasts similarities to the Purple Harmony, which we rate as one of the best pillows of the year. The open construction of the GelFlex layer and breathable cover makes the GridCloud a good choice for hot sleepers and anyone who loves a soft, supportive and breathable pillow. Scroll down to learn more about the product specs... Purple GridCloud Pillow: at $149 at PurpleThe new model is only available in a single standard size for now and is priced at $149. It comes with the usual Purple bedding benefits including 100-night trial, one-year warranty and free shipping. The Purple GridCloud pillow is currently only available in a standard size and is priced at $149. This makes it the most affordable pillow of the brand after the two others in the Cloud range (the TwinCloud and Cloud, both starting at $99 for a standard.) While there isn't an introductory offer on the GridCloud, we will be tracking deals over on our Purple mattress sales as they arrive. Purple frequently offers a 10% off bundle sale on their pillows (this deal brings a double pack of standard Harmony pillows from $398 to $358, but no such deal for the GridCloud at present.) The lack of deals aside, the GridCloud comes with the standard Purple bedding benefits like a 100-night trial, one-year warranty and free shipping and returns. The brand specifies that it will replace your pillow for up to one year, if you find anything wrong with it. Even though it boasts similarities to the Purple Harmony, the GridCloud stands out with its unique blend of materials and design. It consists of a premium down-alternative fill core, which is what makes it so plush. The silicone coating on the fibers also enhances the durability, which means you don't have to constantly fluff up the pillow to maintain its shape and support. This is surrounded by the brand's signature GelFlex Grid, delivering that responsive support to your head, neck and shoulders, so you get to enjoy the softness of the fibers without feeling like you're sinking into the pillow. It is also designed to effectively contour to your form giving you cradling pressure relief and instant relaxation. All this is topped with a hypoallergenic, moisture-wicking cover which works well with the breathable gel layer, making the GridCloud a suitable choice for hot sleepers too. When it comes to maintenance, the actual core layer is spot clean only, while you can remove and machine wash the top stretchy cover in cold water on a gentle cycle.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Best Memorial Day deals: Get up to 64% off from Home Depot, Walmart, Amazon, Wayfair and other stores
Fox News and its syndication partners may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom. Memorial Day is filled with celebrations for those who have or are currently serving our country in the military. It's also the time of year when many retailers slash prices. This year, retailers like Walmart, Amazon, Home Depot, Lowe's, Purple, Mattress Firm, Nolah and Wayfair are rolling out a spectacular array of discounts on outdoor furniture, mattresses, tools, appliances, tech gadgets and much more. These sales make it easier than ever to transform your indoor and outdoor living spaces into a summer sanctuary. Whether you're planning a backyard barbecue, tackling home improvement projects or upgrading your tech arsenal, these Memorial Day sales offer the perfect chance to snag high-quality items at a fraction of the cost. We've curated a list of some of the best Memorial Day deals from a variety of different companies. You'll find deals on mattresses, electronics, outdoor furniture, appliances and tools. To learn more about these sales and Memorial Day, jump down to our FAQ below, or get a closer look at all the sales. Improve your sleep with a new mattress. You can save hundreds during Memorial Day mattress sales from companies like Mattress Firm, Purple, Nolah and Siena. Original price: $1,359.99 Read On The Fox News App Sleepers who prefer a soft, luxurious mattress can find exactly what they're looking for in the Beautyrest Silver plush mattress. The 12-inch mattress is a coil-based mattress, offering plenty of support, but is also designed with your comfort in mind. The DualCool tech regulates your body heat, keeping you cool while you sleep. Since the mattress is on the softer side, it's better for side sleepers looking for a cloud-like feel. Also designed to isolate motion, you won't be woken up by your partner tossing and turning at night. 25 Comfy Mattresses That Can Help You Sleep Better Original price: $499.99 A unique mattress, the Tulo green tea hybrid mattress is ideal for every kind of sleeper. The medium firmness provides plenty of support without sacrificing on comfort. There are even extra layers added for additional support. What makes the mattress truly unique is the green tea infused in the memory foam. Green tea makes for a fresher, more supportive mattress. It has antioxidant properties that keep your mattress a healthy place to sleep. Note that this mattress comes in a box, which is convenient for moving it, but you will need to wait a few days before it's fully inflated. Original price: $2,399 A Purple Restore hybrid mattress combines the best of both mattress types, with a unique twist. There are edge-to-edge coils that help reduce motion transfer as you move around at night, plus you get the patented GelFlex Grid that Purple is known for. The Grid system adapts to any sleeping position while removing pressure from all your pressure points. Purple's Grid also helps with airflow, helping you sleep up to two times cooler than leading competitors. The antimicrobial finish helps your mattress stay fresh longer and allows you to get a healthier night's sleep. The Grid system is a hit-or-miss with some reviewers, with some reporting they love it while others aren't fans. Original price: $2,099 Looking for a mattress that's comfortable but sustainable? The Nolah Natural is a pressure-relieving mattress made from organic latex and hypoallergenic materials that help you get a better night of sleep. The organic cotton cover is also washable and breathable, adding to the natural feel of the mattress. As a hybrid mattress, the Nolah Natural has both coils for targeted support and layers of comfortable latex that cradles you as you sleep. This design makes for a medium mattress that's great for all sleeping positions. 12 Organic Mattresses That Can Help You Breathe Easier And Sleep Better Original price: $769 A Siena memory foam mattress is made for a soft, cushy night of sleep. There are no springs that dig into your back over time, just nearly two inches of gel memory foam that provide the right combination of pressure relief, support and comfort. The 8.25-inch stability foam layer adds to the supportive features of the mattress. Paired with the gel memory foam and the durable cover, and you've got a mattress you'll never want to leave. Plus, the cover is cool to the touch, ensuring you stay cool all night long. Memorial Day is the perfect time to load up on all the tech items you want or need. Amazon and Walmart both have discount TVs, headphones and other electronics on sale through the holiday. Original price: $349.99 Beats are high-tech headphones that truly deliver on sound quality. There are two different listening modes. One is a fully immersive Active Noise Cancelling that allows you to block out all the outside noise. The other is a Transparency Mode that still gives you a strong sound, but lets you hear some sound around you so you can remain safe. You get a whopping 40 hours of battery life on a single charge, so you can listen to music, podcasts and shows for days without having to worry about recharging. When you want to make calls, the voice-targeting mic makes for a more enjoyable call for you and the other person on the line. There are a few features missing that other headphones in this price range offer. Namely, there's no auto-pause feature when you remove your headphones. Original price: $68.99 Upgrade your sunglasses and go with OhO Smart sunglasses. They provide all the features of a phone with the benefits of powerful sunglasses. You can use the hands-free phone calling feature to keep up with your family and friends. The glasses are compatible with Siri, Cortana and Google. There's also a built-in Bluetooth speaker, so you can listen to all your favorite music via Pandora, Spotify, iTunes and other music streaming apps. The open-ear design saves you from having to get a pair of headphones or ear buds, allowing you to listen to music while still listening to your surroundings. Original price: $329 Looking for a bigger and better Smart TV? The onn 50-inch Roku Smart TV has everything you need. The Roku TV streaming experience is easy, with all your favorite apps and streaming services pre-loaded onto the TV. You can connect the TV to your Google Home for an even easier experience. It's also compatible with Apple AirPlay and Apple Home. You can use the voice-enabled Roku mobile app to instantly search for all your favorite shows. The app also comes with a built-in remote, so there's no need to worry when you inevitably lose your remote multiple times per day. Do note that a handful of reviews find that this particular TV stopped working after a few months or years. Original price: $428 Get a serious upgrade with a Vizio 65-inch Smart TV. You get all your favorite apps and streaming services built-in with a Vizio account. Your shows will shine thanks to the Dolby Vision Bright+ that creates a true-to-life picture. With the built-in WatchFree+ app, you can get access to a large selection of free shows and movies. Gamers will also appreciate the Wi-Fi 6 integrated into the TV that won't lag. There's also a gaming setting that brings your game to life with the same Dolby Vision that brightens up your shows. Original price: $79.95 For music on the go, a JBL Clip 5 offers a strong sound and is compact enough to clip to any bag. Complete with a powerful bass, you'll be surprised how loud the little speaker can get. The speaker has a 12-hour playtime, so you won't have to constantly charge it. There's also no worrying about damage to the speaker. It's waterproof and dustproof, making it perfect for the beach, backyard barbecues or tailgating. Since Memorial Day is the unofficial kick-off to summer, it's the ideal time to upgrade your outdoor space. Whether you want a new seating set or a grill for barbecues, there are deals to be had. Original price: $549 Get that delicious wood flavor to your grill when you go with the Traeger Pro Series 22 pellet grill. This grill has both a classic grilling space and a built-in smoker. You power both with natural hardwood pellets, so you get the smoky flavor you're looking for every time. You can control the grill with ease, thanks to the digital controller. Choose low and slow or crank up the heat and get your food cooked quickly. 15 Grills That Fit Every Budget Original price: $586.25 Want a grill that makes a statement? The Royal Gourmet seven-burner propane gas grill not only delivers on cooking space but comes in a bright blue or coffee color. You get 738 square inches of total cooking space, which can accommodate about 34 hamburgers all at once. You can adjust the cooking temperature to get the perfect cook. Sear, roast or cook slowly on the four burners, sear burner or side burner. An additional side shelf gives you plenty of prep space, so you can prepare and cook your entire meal in one place. Original price: $318.99 A four-piece conversation set provides space for the whole family to relax outdoors. The comfortable anti-slip cushions paired with the durable steel chairs will last for years, even if you spend every day sitting in them. The two chairs and loveseat are wrapped in rattan, giving them a rustic look that's designed to last. Also included is a coffee table, the perfect place to rest your drinks, dinner plate or to kick-up your feet and recline. You can choose from six different colors and customize the cushions so they blend in with the rest of your outdoor décor. Original price: $287 A front porch swing is a quaint addition to your porch, patio or sunroom. The Mainstays Lawson Ridge swing has an included canopy that can protect you from the sun and give you a cool, shaded place to relax. Made from powder-coated steel, this indoor/outdoor swing can withstand the elements no matter where it is. Even the cushions are weather-resistant, meaning you can leave this swing out even in the winter (although it's best to bring it inside). You do have to assemble the swing, which can take some time. Decked-out Backyards Help Homes Sell For More: Here's What To Include In Your Backyard Paradise Original price: $1,076 Save nearly 50% on a set of four Adirondack chairs from Wayfair. Made from high-density polyethylene, these chairs are weather-, water- and UV-resistant. In other words, they're designed for all types of weather. Adirondack chairs are designed for ergonomic comfort, and they're stylish, too. It's easy to clean the chairs, just wipe them down with a damp cloth to keep them looking good as new. When you're not using them, each chair folds up for easy storage. Note that kids and shorter adults may not find the Adirondack chair style as comfortable as other options. Appliances are always on sale during Memorial Day, with major retailers like Home Depot and Lowe's offering huge deals. You can get refrigerators, ovens, vacuums and more for hundreds off their original prices. Original price: $1,099 This 18.7 cubic-foot refrigerator is a compact, stainless-steel option that looks good in any kitchen. The smaller size makes it ideal for apartments or smaller kitchens. You get everything you need from a refrigerator, including LED lights, humidity control vegetable and fruit crispers and a large freezer with a drawer. There's an alarm that alerts you if you leave the door open, and the frost-free design keeps your food from freezing, even if the refrigerator is packed full. You can remove and adjust the included shelves to your liking, and clean them easily. Original price: $5,036 Ready to replace your entire kitchen appliance setup? You can get a Smart refrigerator, an electric range, microwave and a dishwasher all for less than $3,000. The LG four-door refrigerator comes complete with a tall ice and water dispensing system that has a built-in filtration system. As a Smart refrigerator, there's a unique diagnosis feature that helps with troubleshooting by allowing the service center to diagnose problems over the phone. You can also use the LG ThinQ app to set food and freezer temps from your smartphone. The electric range comes with an air-frying unit and self-cleans in just 10 minutes. Original price: $469 Clean your home quickly and easily with a lightweight Dyson V8 cordless stick vacuum. Designed specifically for homes with pets, the Dyson V8 traps 99.9% of particles, dust and allergens, helping you breathe easier. Plus, there's a hair screw tool that helps you remove built-up pet hair. You can convert the vacuum to a handheld vacuum to clean your furniture, stairs or car. No matter which way you use it, the vacuum runs for 40 minutes on a single charge. Original price: $2,299 A stackable washer and dryer saves you space in your laundry room. The LG WashTower is an energy-efficient, stacked laundry center that's easy to use. The control pad is in the center of both the washer and dryer, so you don't need to reach up high to control the washing machine. If you download the LG ThinQ app, you can control your washer and dryer remotely, plus get tips on how to maintain both of them. The dryer has a Sensor Dry feature that automatically detects moisture and automatically adjusts the drying time. Original price: $799 Want to feel fancy and have ice-cold drinks at the ready whenever you'd like? The Hisense beverage refrigerator can hold up to 164 cans. It's a modern-looking, stylish stainless-steel refrigerator that goes perfectly in modern kitchens. You can maintain the fridge with your Smartphone when you download the ConnectLife app. When you need to store taller bottles, just adjust the glass shelf inside the refrigerator. There's also a dimmable LED light, so you can search for drinks even in the dark. Summer brings plenty of DIY projects. If you need to update your toolbox, companies like Amazon, Lowe's and Home Depot are all running Memorial Day sales. Original price: $260.83 DeWalt is a top-tier tool brand that offers durable, long-lasting tools. Their cordless drill and impact driver set is a steal this Memorial Day. You get two for the price of one, essentially. Both tools are lightweight but powerful, making them ideal for all your DIY projects. The drill includes a light that lights up whenever you're using the drill. This gives you better visibility when you're working in tight spaces or at night. 10 Tools You Can Find On Amazon That'll Help You Complete All Your Diy Projects Original price: $139.99 If you're looking for a simple, beginner-friendly saw, you get both a circular saw and a reciprocating saw in this Galax Pro set. Both tools are cordless and operated with the help of a battery. With these saws, you can safely cut everything from wood to soft metal, tile, drywall and plastic. You can adjust the speed on both saws to get the perfect cut on any material. Both are also loaded with safety features. The circular saw has a double protection switch that prevents it from accidentally opening, while the reciprocating saw has a lock-on button so you don't need to constantly reach for the trigger. Original price: $249 A Craftsman mechanic tool set gives you all the sockets, ratchets and wrenches you'd ever need, whether you're working on your car or DIY projects. Designed for every skill level, professional mechanics will enjoy this tool set just as much as someone just starting out. This set has 262 pieces with a three-drawer box to keep all the pieces organized. The box has a spring-loaded dial, enabling users to open, close and lock the drawers with just one hand. Original price: $599 Memorial Day is the time to upgrade your whole tool setup, and you can do just that with the DeWalt five-tool combo kit. The kit includes a drill and impact driver, a circular saw, a reciprocating saw and a multi-tool, all complete with a large carrying case to hold them all. All the tools are battery-operated, making them easy to use on any job site or in your home. Included in the set are two batteries and a charging port. DeWalt tools are notorious for having a long battery life, so you won't need to charge them as frequently as discount brands. Original price: $498 Get a place to store all your tools with a Kobalt nine-drawer wood work bench. The top part of the bench gives you the perfect place to work on all your projects, and the wheels allow you to move the bench wherever you need. Complete with nine soft-close drawers, you get tons of storage space for tools of all sizes. You can easily charge your electric power tools with the integrated power strip that includes four outlets and two USB ports. The whole tool box is made of durable steel and can hold up to 1,200 pounds. Below, we tackle consumers' most asked questions surrounding Memorial Day sales and deals. Many Memorial Day sales begin the week of, or a week before Memorial Day. Most companies run their sales for a week or two, with some extending sales even past Memorial Day. There are a variety of items on sale during Memorial Day. You can find everything from mattresses to tools, outdoor furniture, grills and electronics on sale. Not every store runs Memorial Day sales, but you can be sure that most big-box retailers, like Walmart, Wayfair, Mattress Firm, Home Depot, Lowe's and Amazon all have sales that last through the holiday. This depends on what you're looking for. If mattresses are what you're looking for, stores like Purple, Mattress Firm and Nolah all have impressive sales. Other stores, like Amazon and Walmart, have stellar tech sales. If you're looking for tools, hardware stores like Home Depot and Lowe's have some of the best article source: Best Memorial Day deals: Get up to 64% off from Home Depot, Walmart, Amazon, Wayfair and other stores
Yahoo
14-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Purple Innovation Soars 38% as Company Announces Strategic Review
Purple Innovation (PRPL, Financials) surged 38.1% to $0.92 as of 2:45 p.m. GMT-4 on Friday after the company announced a review of strategic alternatives following inbound expressions of interest. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 5 Warning Signs with PRPL. To maximize shareholder value, the board is debating a possible sale, merger, or other financial direction by Gary T. DiCamillo (chair), D. Scott Peterson, and Claudia Hollingsworth, a special committee of independent directors will monitor the assessment. Jefferies LLC has been hired by the corporation as a process financial DiCamillo said the review returns to positive adjusted EBITDA and cash flow after Purple's exceptional fourth-quarter 2024 financial performance, which was marked by A major component in improving the company's financial situation, he also mentioned its enlarged credit facility, which grew by $19 million to reach $80 million overall. Purple, well-known for its GelFlex Grid mattress technology, said it has not set a schedule for finishing the evaluation and has not decided on a possible purchase either. Apart from really required upgrades, the corporation does not want to provide any more with Purple's fourth-quarter financial results, which revealed an earnings-per-share loss of $0.07, surpassing estimates by $0.01, the news came with Missing projections by $93,910, revenue for the quarter dropped 11.6% year-over-year to $128.98 markets its goods online and via 58 company-owned shops as well as 3,000 retail outlets throughout the country. This article first appeared on GuruFocus.
New York Times
14-02-2025
- General
- New York Times
The Last Thing I Expected to Buy After a Woodworking Accident Was a Purple Mattress. (I've Since Bought 3.)
Most Presidents' Day deals are lousy. Our experts are rounding up the select few that are actually worth it. I suppose there's something about accidentally cutting off a thumb that makes a body crave comfort. That's certainly how things played out for my husband, a cabinetmaker, in the days after he lost half a digit to the table saw. After spending one long day in the trauma center and most of the next day at a hand clinic, Jamie and I were walking from the hospital to the subway when he made a sudden, unexpected, and deeply uncharacteristic left turn into a mattress store. Despite its age, the nine-year-old queen-size memory-foam mattress we had at home was still fine. So fine, in fact, that even the germ of the idea of replacing it hadn't entered the chat. But Jamie's need to try mattresses on that day seemed visceral, and after Goldilocks-ing through a few pillow-topped monstrosities, he ended up peacefully supine on a Purple mattress for five minutes. Then seven minutes—all through the salesperson's pitch. After 10 minutes, I lay down beside him for moral support, and I immediately understood his inertia: The Purple mattress was unlike anything I had ever lay on (and I was alive when waterbeds were a thing). It was supple, springy, and just a bit jiggly, but in a good way. I was oddly reminded of the Irish blessing 'May the road rise to meet you,' because that's what all those pliant polymers were doing, just propping me up, supporting my weary bones, and cradling my every contour. As we savasana'd, the salesperson talked about price, delivery, and old-mattress removal. On that day, facing the unknown variables of hefty medical bills and lost income from Jamie's cabinetmaking work, we couldn't justify the expense. But that afternoon marked the beginning of what has now been a five-year—and three-purchase—love affair with Purple mattresses. Purple mattresses feature a layer of the proprietary GelFlex Grid, which feels cradling, buoyant, and a bit jiggly. Some people dislike how it feels, but others find the pressure relief and support to be unparalleled. I'll acknowledge here that Purple mattresses are an acquired taste. Their signature feature, the GelFlex Grid, is made from a proprietary material called Hyper-Elastic Polymer, which is layered with polyfoam or latex and, in hybrids, coils. Originally designed for medical uses, the GelFlex Grid sort of looks like a gelatinous Belgian waffle—and feels about as strange. But this jiggly lattice is excellent at relieving pressure while remaining supportive, breathable, and resilient, and it's what won us over that fateful day. Within eight months, Jamie had healed and gone back to work, and we had moved to a new place with a primary bedroom big enough for a king-size bed. And we knew exactly which one we wanted. Back at the mattress store, we bed-hopped the Purple offerings—trying out a model with a 2-inch GelFlex Grid layer, one with a 3-inch grid, and a hybrid model that included springs. After listening to our hearts (and our shoulders, hips, and lumbar regions), we settled on a king-size model with 2 inches of GelFlex Grid atop a coil base, then called the Purple Hybrid, and similar to the mattress currently sold as the Purple Restore Hybrid. A few days later, an enormous plastic duffle bag was dumped on our stoop during a snow squall. Working together, Jamie and I heaved the thing into our bedroom, opened the weather-tight wrapping, and let the mattress unfurl and plump up on the platform bed frame that Jamie had built. Compared with our old memory-foam mattress, the Purple mattress seemed to have minimal off-gassing, and we didn't even wait 24 hours before we slept on it. For the first few days, after I spent the night in my go-to side-sleeping position, my lower back and hips felt achy. It was alarming enough that I casually perused the Purple's return policy: free, but we would have to stick with the Purple mattress for at least 100 days. Mercifully, the soreness melted away within a week, perhaps as the mattress broke in or my body became used to it. Purple mattresses are known for their buoyant, exceptionally pressure-relieving feel. (Pictured here is the Purple Hybrid, an older model that is similar to the currently available Purple Restore Hybrid.) Rory Evans/NYT Wirecutter I came to realize that the Purple mattress was completely different from my previous mattresses. With the memory foam, I felt like my body compressed and flattened the mattress into something too compact and firm. Prior to that, I'd had a pillow-top innerspring model that felt like it supported only pressure points—my shoulder, hip, and thigh while I was side-sleeping, for instance—rather than my whole body. The Purple mattress, though, fully conformed to my contours yet remained resilient. Crucially, it pressed up against every curve and supported the entire length of my body when I lay on my side. In fact, the Purple mattress was so comfortable, I began to expand my repertoire beyond side-sleeping. I slept in positions I never would have dreamt of on my old mattress: flat on my back like a paper doll, and even more daringly, on my stomach with my head nestled in the crook of my elbow. On my previous bed, my back would have swayed like an old gray mare's. But the Purple mattress offered ample support for my stomach and hips and kept my spine comfortably aligned. Meanwhile, Jamie was in his own little bubble of untroubled sleep, all the way over on his side of the bed. Five years after we brought it home, our Purple mattress is still as cradling and comfortable as the day it arrived. Our old memory-foam queen had developed a center ridge demarcating Jamie's and my sleep zones. Our Purple mattress still doesn't have that. We rotate it head to foot, when we remember to (which is probably half as often as we should). After five years of sharing this king-size Purple mattress with my husband (and, occasionally, our daughter), I've found that it's still as comfortable and supportive as the day we brought it home. Rory Evans/NYT Wirecutter The Purple Restore Hybrid Mattress, with 2 inches of GelFlex Grid atop a base of support coils, is similar to the model I purchased five years ago. Purple After five years of sharing this king-size Purple mattress with my husband (and, occasionally, our daughter), I've found that it's still as comfortable and supportive as the day we brought it home. Rory Evans/NYT Wirecutter Our king-size Purple mattress is so big, firm, and evenly supported that we once again had space for family snuggles and movie nights with our then-tweenage daughter (something that our old queen mattress hadn't comfortably accommodated since she was in kindergarten). Sometimes our daughter even fell asleep and stayed through the night. Since clearly she too loved the Purple mattress, we replaced her cheap twin-size memory-foam mattress with a Purple mattress, as well. We later upgraded her to a queen-size Purple mattress (the model we bought is similar to the 8-inch PurpleFlex) so that she and her friends could pig-pile on for slumber parties. The edges of Purple mattresses can feel unstructured, which may cause fitted sheets to slip off. (Pictured here is an older Purple model similar to the mattress currently sold as the PurpleFlex.) Rory Evans/NYT Wirecutter I'll now interrupt this regularly scheduled rhapsody to repeat: Purple mattresses are polarizing. My colleagues on Wirecutter's sleep team have tested Purple mattresses at home and with panel testers, and they've found that the mattresses are well-made from durable materials (Purple is laudably transparent about what is inside its mattresses, a rarity in the mattress industry). But many people are simply turned off by the gooey jiggle of the GelFlex Grid. Luckily, Purple has a generous return policy, and you can try its offerings in many mattress stores. I can see where the Purple skeptics are coming from. The edges of a Purple mattress can feel too mushy and unstructured: My fitted sheets often lose their grip and tend to pop off the top corners after about a week. (I see it as a reminder to change the sheets.) But those soft edges worked in my favor recently, when I broke my arm and my physical therapist required me to lie on my stomach and dangle my arm over the side of the mattress. That would have been agony on other mattresses, but the Purple mattress's softer edges allowed my arm to hang easily without digging into my bicep or racking my shoulder out of alignment. In fact, when we traveled over the holidays, sleeping on other mattresses felt like torture to me. My injured arm and I craved the Purple mattress—just as Jamie and his thumb did all those years ago. We give Purple four figurative (and three-and-a-half literal) thumbs up. This article was edited by Courtney Schley and Maxine Builder.
