Eight the Pod vs Purple Hybrid Premier (4 Grid) - 2024 Review

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Eight the Pod

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Essential Information

Mattress Type
Foam
Hybrid (coils and foam)
Year Launched
1989
Brand
Eight Sleep
Purple
Unique Points

The first bed with dynamic cooling and heating to improve sleep. Eight Pod mattress features 4 layers of premium foam, 11 inches deep for optimal support:

  • 2" Airflow Top Layer
  • 1" Supportive Air Technology
  • 4" FlexSpring technology core
  • 4" Durable Premium Base.

The Hub is the core that powers the Pod. The Pod includes:

  • Dual-Zone Cooling & Heating
  • Advanced Sleep Tracking
  • Free iOS/Android App

The Radical Magical. A straight-up scientific marvel. So comfortable, you'll never want to leave your bed again.

  • 4" Smart Comfort Grid : Hyper-Elastic Polymer with non-toxic polyethylene copolymer non-stick coating
  • 7.5" Responsive Support Coils: Individually fabric-encased steel coils
  • Polyurethane Foam: Transition layer: 0.5", 2.0 density layer.
  • Base layer: 1", 2.0 density layer.
  • Encasing edge-support layer: 0.5", 2.0 density layer.
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Certifications

OEKO-TEX®
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
-
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
CertiPur-US®
Other Certification Info

Firmness & Feel

Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included. Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included. Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
Firmness For Everyone
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Select Your Firmness
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Adjustable Firmness
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Half-Half Firmness
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Flippable / Reversible Firmness
Firmness Info

4-inch Purple® grid layer is ideal for any sleep position - especially side sleepers. Perfect for sleepers with a soft mattress-feel preference.

Pricing

Twin
Twin XL
Double
Queen
King
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
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Construction & Materials

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Eight the Pod
Purple Hybrid Premier (4" Grid)
Layers
Airflow Top Layer, Supportive Air Technology, FlexSpring technology core, Durable Premium Base
4" Smart Comfort Grid: Hyper-Elastic Polymer with non-toxic polyethylene copolymer non-stick coating, 7.5" Responsive Support Coils: Individually fabric-encased steel coils, Polyurethane Foam: Transition layer: 0.5", 2.0 density layer. Base layer: 1", 2.0 density layer. Encasing edge-support layer: 0.5", 2.0 density layer.
Cover
The Pod has a soft premium knit cover with enhanced breathability.
StretchMax Top with ultra-breathable side panels : 29% Viscose, 67% Polyester, 4% Lycra (all +/- 5%). Boasting even more stretch, the soft top material allows you to feel the full benefits of the Purple Grid, while ultra-breathable woven side panels encourage airflow.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Machine-washable Cover
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Ergonomic Handles
Comfort
The only smart mattress with advanced cooling and heating technology designed to help you fall asleep faster and keep you asleep.
The Smart Comfort Grid is crafted from high-quality Hyper-Elastic Polymer that's made proudly in the U.S.A. This ultra-durable, non-toxic material never breaks down, so you stay nice and comfy now and forevermore. Temperature-neutral so you sleep cool. Purple® Smart Comfort Grid™ Personalized comfort and support that adapts to your unique body type and sleep position. Allows for plenty of temperature-neutralizing air movement under and around you for consistently cool comfort all night.
Support
Dual-Zone Cooling & Heating. Independently set each side of the bed to anywhere between 55°F-110°F. Schedule on and off times from the Eight Sleep app. Advanced Sleep Tracking. Individual sleep tracking on each bed side, supporting two sleepers. Metrics include sleep stages, sleep time, toss and turns, and more.
The most scientifically advanced mattress in the world. Designed to intelligently adapt to your body's unique pressure points for superior, personalized comfort. Responsive support coils enhance the body-alignment properties of the Smart Comfort Grid™ and minimize motion transfer. It is designed to dynamically flex under pressure so your shoulders and hips are properly cradled and supported. No pressure all night. No pain come morning.
Manufactured in
United States (mattress) & China (technology)
United States

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Size & Weight

Available Sizes
Full (Double), Queen, King, California King
Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King
Mattress Depth
13 "
13 "
Twin
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Twin Weight (kg)
Twin XL
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Twin XL Weight (kg)
95
Full
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Full Weight (kg)
N/A
128
Queen
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Queen Weight (kg)
N/A
147
King
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
King Weight (kg)
N/A
180
Cal King
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Cal King Weight (kg)
N/A
179

FAQ

Is the Eight Sleep Pod loud?

How does the Eight Sleep Pod work?

How firm is the Eight Sleep Pod?

How thick is the Purple Hybrid Premier 4 mattress?

Is Purple 4 good for side sleepers?

Can I return my mattress if I’m not happy with it?

Trial & Warranty

Free Trial
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Sleep Trial
100
 Nights
100
 Nights
Warranty
10 years (mattress) 2 years (technology)
10 years
Free Shipping
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
Free Returns
Yes
Yes

Delivery

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