updated July 2023

Avocado vs Purple Mattress Comparison
Wondering if the Avocado or Purple mattress fits your needs? Read our guide to see which areas each mattress excels in and what types of sleepers they are best for.
Hybrid mattresses come in many forms. Some are made of synthetic materials, and some, like the Avocado Green, are made of organic and 100% recyclable materials. On the other hand, it doesn’t offer the plush foam feel of the original Purple mattress.
In this article, we break down the highlights of both mattresses, where they differ, as well as what each is made of and how well they accommodate different sleeping positions. Learn more about each mattress below.
Avocado vs Purple at a Glance
Customer Rating
MA Score
Summary
Firmness
Type
Trial Period
Warranty
Customer Rating
MA Score
8.5/10
Summary
Eco-friendly hybrid offering good back support
Firmness
Medium-firm to firm: 7/10 (6/10 with European pillow-top option)
Type
Natural latex and innerspring
Trial Period
1 Year
Warranty
25-year limited warranty
Customer Rating
MA Score
8.4/10
Summary
Proven pressure relief for people with back pain; good for back and side sleepers
Firmness
Medium-firm: 6.5/10
Type
Hybrid: hyper-elastic polymer and foam
Trial Period
100 days
Warranty
10-year limited warranty


Avocado Green
Purple
Customer Rating
MA Score
8.5/10
8.4/10
Summary
Eco-friendly hybrid offering good back support
Proven pressure relief for people with back pain; good for back and side sleepers
Firmness
Medium-firm to firm: 7/10 (6/10 with European pillow-top option)
Medium-firm: 6.5/10
Type
Natural latex and innerspring
Hybrid: hyper-elastic polymer and foam
Trial Period
1 Year
100 days
Warranty
25-year limited warranty
10-year limited warranty
Key Similarities
- Spine Alignment: The Avocado Green and Purple both scored an almost perfect 9.5/10 during our in-house mattress testing, meaning they’ll both do an excellent job at maintaining your posture all night and help prevent back pain.
- Firmness: Both the Avocado and Purple score from 6-7/10 on the firmness scale, meaning they work well with virtually any sleeping position. Note that the Avocado comes with an optional pillowtop, which takes the firmness down from 7 to 6, which is much friendlier for side sleepers.
- Cooling: Since they are both made of breathable materials, the Avocado and Purple offer similar amounts of cooling, allowing optimal body temperature control.
- Delivery: The Avocado and Purple are each bed-in-a-box mattresses, meaning that once you unbox them and let them sit for a few hours, you’re good to go. Avocado and Purple offer free shipping to the contiguous United States, with a surcharge applied for shipping to Alaska and Hawaii.
Key Differences
- Construction: The Avocado Green is a latex hybrid mattress, while the Purple is made entirely of foam and Purple’s signature gel grids.
- Pressure Relief: Since it is a foam mattress, and foam mattresses typically perform better with pressure relief, the Purple scored 8.5/10 in our pressure relief tests, while the more firm Avocado Green came in at 7/10.
- Trial Period: Avocado offers a 365-night sleep trial, giving you an entire year to decide whether the Avocado Green is the right mattress for you. Purple’s original mattress comes with a trial period of only 100 nights, which is less than a third of Avocado’s trial period.
- Warranty: Avocado offers a 25-year warranty on their mattresses, while Purple comes with a 10-year warranty.

Avocado Mattress Review Highlights
- Rated as one of the best organic mattresses available online, the Avocado Green is also naturally hypoallergenic and made of all-natural latex.
- Thanks to its latex hybrid construction, the Avocado Green is both cool and breathable, which is a huge plus for hot sleepers.
- Avocado’s Green mattress is made with certified organic latex, wool, and cotton, and nearly all of the materials inside the mattress are recyclable.

Purple Mattress Review Highlights
- The foam layers of the Purple help it excel at pressure relief, scoring an 8.5/10 during our mattress testing.
- The Purple features great edge support, another 8.5/10, and is a good choice for anyone who frequently uses the edges of their bed while they sleep or even sits on the edge to tie their shoes in the morning.
- It is compatible with most types of bed frames and supports, even adjustable ones.
Compare Dimensions/Sizes
Take a look at the chart below to see how large each mattress is, and how their different sizes compare:
Avocado | Purple | |
Thickness | 11” | 9.25″ |
Twin | 38” x 75” | 38″ x 75″ |
Twin XL | 38” x 80” | 38″ x 80″ |
Full | 54” x 75” | 54″ x 76″ |
Queen | 60” x 80” | 60″ x 80″ |
King | 76” x 80” | 76″ x 80″ |
Split King | N/A | 76″ x 80″ |
Cal King | 72” x 84” | 72″ x 84″ |
Learn more about mattress sizes.
Compare Prices
The Avocado Green and Purple each have their strengths and weaknesses, and similarly, they differ in price. Here’s how:
Avocado | Purple | |
Twin | $1,399 | $799 |
Twin XL | $1,499 | $999 |
Full | $1,699 | $1,199 |
Queen | $1,999 | $1,399 |
King | $2,599 | $1,799 |
Split King | N/A | $1,998 |
California King | $2,599 | $1,799 |
Compare the Construction
Curious about how each mattress is built, from top to bottom? Take a look inside the Avocado Green and Purple mattresses to learn more:

Inside the Avocado Green Mattress
- 100% Organic Cotton Ticking: An organic and breathable cotton mattress cover.
- 100% Organic Wool Layer: A layer of organic wool that regulates your body temperature and helps you sleep cool.
- Organic Dunlop Latex: Middle layer of organic Dunlop latex that adds durability and helps even more with temperature control.
- Quantum Edge Elite CombiZone: A layer with 1,414 recycled steel support pocketed coils that help with spine alignment and balance.
- Dunlop Latex Base Layer: A natural latex foundation layer holds the whole mattress together and makes it sleep even cooler.

Inside the Purple Mattress
- SoftFlex Knit Cover: Responsive and soft knit mattress cover that helps with airflow.
- 2” Purple GelFlex Grid: Two inches of breathable GelFlex Grid that support high-pressure areas such as the hips and shoulders and keeps your entire body in line.
- Comfort Foam: A layer of soft and dense foam that is responsive and cushioning.
- Support Foam: High-density support foam that gives the mattress support and its structure.
Compare the Scores
Every mattress we review and compare goes through our in-house mattress review process. Read about how the Avocado Green and Purple each performed in our mattress testing below.
Avocado | Purple | |
Shipping | 8 | 7.5 |
Trial Period | 10 | 8 |
Return Policy | 10 | 8.5 |
Warranty | 10 | 8 |
Set-Up Test | 8 | 6 |
Motion Transfer Test | 6.25 | 7.5 |
Edge Support Test | 7.5 | 8.5 |
Pressure Relief Test | 7 | 8.5 |
Spinal Alignment Test | 9.5 | 9.5 |
Responsiveness Test | 8 | 7 |
Cooling Evaluation | 8 | 8 |
Durability Evaluation | 8.5 | 9 |
Customer Service Score | 9 | 9.5 |
Social Impact Score | 8 | 7.5 |
TOTAL SCORE | 8.5/10 | 8.4/10 |
Social Impact
Since the Avocado Green is made of organic latex and other natural materials, its social impact score, 8/10, is double that of the Purple, which is 4/10. If buying a recyclable and environmentally friendly mattress is important to you, then the Avocado Green is the way to go.
Durability
Latex mattresses are built to last longer than traditional mattresses, and Avocado is no exception. Thanks to their hybrid and stable construction, both the Avocado and Purple are quite durable, scoring 8.5/10 and 9/10 on durability tests, respectively.
Return Policy
If you decide the Avocado Green or Purple aren’t for you, then don’t worry. Both Purple and Avocado offer free returns for their mattresses, meaning you won’t have to worry about spending more money than you already have on a mattress you don’t even want.
Which Is the Best Mattress for You?
Determining which mattress is best for you depends on your specific needs. See how the Avocado and Purple mattresses compare when it comes to your sleeping position, coolness needs, budget, and ideal customer experience.
Sleeping Position
The Avocado Green and Purple are both medium-firm mattresses, so you can sleep comfortably in pretty much any sleeping position. The Purple is a 6.5/10, making it a universal choice for all positions, while the Avocado without the pillowtop is a 7/10, making it a bit too firm for side sleepers. With the pillowtop it is a 6/10, making it much more forgiving on your pressure points.
Cooling
These two mattresses both have 8/10 cooling scores. You might expect the Avocado Green to be cooler since it uses naturally cool and breathable latex.
Budget
If you’re looking to save some money, then the original Purple is the way to go. If you don’t mind spending a bit extra and are especially eco-conscious, then the Avocado Green may be best for you. You can save up to $800 by choosing the Purple.
Customer Service
To contact Avocado customer service, use the live chat function or schedule a Zoom meeting with a representative on their website https://www.avocadogreenmattress.com/, or call (657) 385-8849.
To contact Purple customer service, call (888) 848-0248 or use the live chat function on their website https://purple.com/.
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