Purple Pillow
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Purple’s original pillow is made with their signature Smart Comfort Grid polymer material that gives the pillow a plusher feel but without losing the support.
Mattress Clarity Score
3.80 / 5
Read Full ReviewThe Similarities Between Purple and Purple Plush
- Both pillows are – surprise – made by popular mattress brand, Purple
- Each pillow comes with a 100-night trial period to let customers decide if it’s the right fit for them
- The brand offers free shipping with a pillow purchase
- There is a 1-year warranty with each pillow
- Based on my experience both pillows are breathable and will work well for hot sleepers
- People who like to clean their pillows can rejoice – both pillows can be machine washed and dried (the Purple inner fill must be hand-washed)
Purple Pillow: The Basics
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- The Purple pillow offers a soft but squishy feel and provides pressure relief to the head and neck
- The pillow comes in one Standard size: 24″ long, 16″ wide, and 3″ tall and weighs an incredible 10 lbs
- The pillow’s filling is made out of their Smart Comfort Grid which is a Hyper-Elastic Polymer or a gel-like material that Purple is known for
- The cover is called Hyperstretch Mesh and it’s made up of 88% Polyester, 3% Nylon, and 9% Spandex Mesh
- The pillow is hypoallergenic, which makes it a great option for those struggling with challenging allergies
- Care: Here’s Purple’s recommendation on cleaning the pillow
- Cover:Â Machine Wash cold. Tumble dry low. Do not bleach; do not iron.
- Filling:Â For the Smart Comfort Grid, hand wash in warm water with mild detergent (eg: dish soap), air dry.
- $99 at full price
Purple Plush Pillow: The Basics
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- The pillow comes in two sizes: Standard and King; Standard is 26″ x 18″ and weighs 3.6 lbs
- The cover is 60% Lyocell and 40% Nylon with a moisture-wicking treatment; gives the pillow a soft but cooling feel
- The filling is what Purple calls “Smart Fluff,” or interlocking, denier poly-fiber puffballs that keep the pillow lofted and firmer compared to other down alternative pillows
- The Purple Plush pillow feels like polyester fibers that won’t fall flat or lose a lot of air when compressed
- Adjustable – can be unzipped to make it softer and zipped to make it firmer. Two zippers make it the firmest or do half-and-half for even more precision with no messy filling to deal with
- To care for the pillow, machine wash in cold water, gentle cycle. Then tumble dry on a low heat setting with a clean dryer or tennis balls
Main Differences Between Purple and Purple Plush
- Covers: The signature Purple pillow cover is 88% Polyester, 3% Nylon, and 9% Spandex Mesh, while the Purple Plush is a combination of 60% Lyocell (this synthetic fiber is known for cooling) and 40% Nylon
- Fillings: The original Purple has its unique Smart Comfort Grid made with their gel-like polymer and the Purple Plush is “Smart Fluff,” which is interlocking poly-fiber ball technology
- Adjustable features: Purple’s original pillow offers no adjustable options and will stay put as is, while the purple Plush can be adjusted via zippers that lay along each side of the pillow
- Sizes: Purple comes in just Standard size and the Purple Plush comes in Standard and King sizes
- Price: Purple is $99 for a Standard at full price;Â Purple Plush is $49 for a Standard and $64 for a King at full price
Best Sleeping Positions For Purple and Purple Plush
A person’s primary sleep position is the one they find themselves in when they wake up in the morning. Let that position be a guide for determining which pillow may be the best choice.Purple
![Purple may be best for back and stomach sleepers Purple may be best for back and stomach sleepers](https://www.mattressclarity.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/casper-vs-purple-sleep-back.jpg)
Purple Plush
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Marten’s Take
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Purple
Purple Pillow
![Pillow Reviews: Purple vs. Purple Plush - Which One Is The Best Fit? Purple Pillow](https://www.mattressclarity.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/purple-plush-pillow-review-feel.jpg)
Purple’s original pillow is made with their signature Smart Comfort Grid polymer material that gives the pillow a plusher feel but without losing the support.
Mattress Clarity Score
3.80 / 5
Read Full ReviewPurple Plush
The Purple Plush is a unique pillow in its own right thanks to the zippers on both sides that allow me to adjust the firmness of the pillow. In its firmer setting, the Purple Plush is a great match for me when I am on my back and my side. However, even in its softest setting, the Plush is still too, well, plush. I believe heavier back sleepers should like both pillows and that heavier side sleepers are probably going to prefer the Purple Plush. Heavier stomach sleepers should look toward the Purple pillow with its 3″ tall height and medium firmness.Overall
There’s no denying it, the Purple and the Purple Plush pillow are different in so many crucial ways. Hopefully, this makes it easier to decide between them. Both pillows offer innovative designs and new technology that is a hallmark of the Purple brand. Back and stomach sleepers who are unsatisfied with foam or other solid core options may want to consider what the original Purple is offering. Meanwhile, those who prefer the soft and fluffy feel of down alternative but need a little more support and loft (side sleepers and back sleepers) should consider the Purple Plush.Katie Golde
Katie previously managed the day to day operations of the Mattress Clarity news site and reviews sleep products in addition to writing and editing sleep news.
She hails from Austin, where she lives with her growing family. She is a Certified Sleep Science Coach and has a master’s degree in Journalism from Northwestern University and has a background in health and science content. Her work can be found in print and online publications like Discover Magazine, USA Today and The Huffington Post.