Casper vs Tempur-Pedic Mattress Comparison

Editor’s Note: Shortages in the supply chain have created production limitations for the foreseeable future in some Casper products. 

Casper and Tempur-Pedic are two trusted household mattress names. Tempur-Pedic has remained an industry leader in the memory foam mattress space. Casper revolutionized the mattress buying experience by offering high-quality bed-in-a-bow mattresses, lowering the cost of all-foam beds.

So, which of these companies manufactures the best mattress for you? In our Casper vs Tempur-Pedic review, we’ll outline what to expect from each company and compare each of Casper and Tempur-Pedic’s mattresses side by side.

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Comparison Overview

	Casper	Tempur-Pedic
Best for	Budget shoppers All sleep positions Couples who share the bed Hot sleepers	Side sleepers Lightweight sleepers Memory foam lovers Luxury mattress shoppers Seniors
Price Range	$649-$5,095	$1,899-$9,898
Special Features	Zoned support foam Budget-friendly options Responsive feel Snow Technology	Ultra pressure-relieving foam Exceptional contouring PureCool+ technology Tempur-CM+ Material SmartClimate Cover System

 

Key Similarities:

• Casper and Tempur-Pedic have a plethora of models you can choose from that fit a wide range of sleep needs.
• Both are reputable companies with high scores across the board in our testing.
• Both provide 10-year warranties with their mattresses.

Key Differences:

• Tempur-Pedic mattresses are twice as expensive as Casper beds; however, you get what you pay for. Tempur-Pedic consistently delivers top-of-the-line, high-quality mattresses built to last.
• Casper beds don’t boast nearly as many cooling features as Tempur-Pedic mattresses. Many Tempur-Pedic models feature advanced cooling technology.
• Casper is more of a universal mattress brand made to work for everyone, while Tempur-Pedic has more models made for specific sleep needs, like the TEMPUR-breeze for hot sleepers.

Casper Original vs Tempur-Adapt

Original Casper Mattress Review Highlights

• The Casper Original mattress is the bed that made Casper one of the leading bed-in-a-box mattress brands
•  This 3-layer memory foam mattress is a high-quality bed at a competitive price. With zoned-support foam, the Original achieves support and give at all of the right places, and excels in alleviating back pain.
•  And with a 10/10 score in our mattress lab for responsiveness, and breathable open-cell foam, you won’t feel stuck in this all-foam bed. This makes the Casper Original a great choice for combination sleepers.

Tempur-Adapt Mattress Review Highlights

• The Tempur-Adapt is the closest to the original Tempur-Pedic mattresses that you’ll find. Its feel is similar to that of the Tempur-Cloud, but with an extra inch of support.
• The Adapt comes in an all foam or hybrid version. By replacing the base layer of polyfoam with innerspring coils, the hybrid provides the same contouring with a bouncy feel and enhanced edge support.   
• Uses a medium-firm feel and advanced adaptive technology to offer customized support, making this bed great for sleepers who toss and turn as well as back sleepers.

Compare Mattress Construction

Both the Casper Original and the Tempur-Adapt are all-foam mattresses with three memory foam layers and a medium-firm feel. Measuring at 11″ of thickness for both, the Casper and Tempur-Adapt both work to provide targeted support and pressure relief.

The Casper mattress starts off with an open-cell foam layer designed to enhance airflow. This layer is composed of Airscape foam. After that comes a comfort layer of zoned support made to target three different areas of your body for enhanced support and even weight distribution. This layer is to thank for the Casper’s excellent spine alignment, making it a great choice for back sleepers. A durable support foam layer finishes off the mattress and prevents sinkage.

The Tempur-Adapt has a similar construction with a cool-to-touch cover, comfort layer, and support layer. The cover uses premium technology to keep the top layer of the bed cool and even features an antimicrobial treatment for clean and healthy sleep. The comfort layer works in tandem with the other foam layers to provide a soft feel and enhanced support. And the support layer offers advanced responsiveness, similar to the Casper.

Both mattresses excel in spine alignment and responsiveness. Combined with both beds’ medium-firmness, these mattresses work for all sleep positions, especially back and combination sleepers. The main difference between the two is the materials and foams used; the Tempur-Adapt uses more innovative technology and high-quality foams in its design, making this bed the more durable choice. The Tempur-Adapt also comes in a medium hybrid option, which uses coils to offer a firmer feel. 

Although both mattresses integrate cooling into their all-foam design, the Tempur-Adapt does a better job at keeping you sweat-free. This is due to the technology used in the mattress cover, while we found the Casper to be lacking in this area even with its open-cell foam.

Compare Prices

The Tempur-Adapt is considerably more expensive than the Casper, which is evident in its high-quality foams and premium technology. The Tempur-Adapt also comes in Split King and Split California King sizes, while the Casper doesn’t. 

If you’re on a stricter budget, but still want the memory foam feel and zoned support, the Casper is your go-to for a new mattress. But if you’re willing to splurge, the Tempur-Adapt is an investment that’ll leave you well-rested for years and years.

	Casper Original	Tempur-Adapt
Twin	$995	$1,949
Twin XL	$1,145	$1,949
Full	$1,445	$2,299
Queen	$1,495	$2,449
King	$1,945	$3,149
California King	$1,945	$3,149
Split King	N/A	$3,898
Split California King	N/A	$3,898

 

Casper Hybrid vs Tempur-ProAdapt

Casper Hybrid Mattress Review Highlights

• After testing nearly 100 hybrid mattresses at our testing facility, the Casper Hybrid has come out on top as one of the most highly-rated beds we’ve tested. 
• You can think of the Casper Hybrid as the Casper Original with the added perks of a layer of innerspring coils. This makes the Casper Hybrid a nice choice for heavyweight sleepers.
•  Its zoned support foam and responsive bounce yield a mattress that offers exceptional spine alignment and pressure relief. Sleepers who toss and turn would enjoy this mattress, as well as couples due to the bed’s excellent motion isolation.

Tempur-ProAdapt Mattress Review Highlights

• The Tempur-ProAdapt has an added layer of ultra pressure-relieving foam. 
• With a soft, medium, medium hybrid, and firm option, this mattress is great for any sleeper looking for added pressure relief and customization in their comfort level. 
• Seniors, side sleepers, and anyone with back pain would find pain relief in this mattress.

Compare Mattress Construction

Both the Casper Hybrid and Tempur-ProAdapt feature special pressure-relieving memory foam layers, making them phenomenal choices for side sleepers. The main difference in their construction is the Casper Hybrid’s pocket-coil layer, and the Tempur-ProAdapt’s all-foam design. The Tempur-ProAdapt’s medium hybrid option is the only one that uses a layer of 1,000 premium spring coils.

The Casper Hybrid is medium-firm with a 1.5” breathable open-cell foam layer,  a 1.5” pressure-relieving foam layer, and a 1.5” zoned support layer. This results in targeted support and pressure relief, helping you wake up refreshed and pain-free. A 7” foundation of durable, pocket-coils gives this bed active support and minimum motion transfer.

The Tempur-ProAdapt features a dual cover system that uses SmartClimate technology to keep the top of the bed cool to the touch. Each firmness option that the Tempur-ProAdapt comes in has a support foam layer that uses pressure-relieving material. Each firmness option also features its own comfort layer that works to provide customized support and comfort. The medium hybrid option has a layer of coils to provide more durable, firm support.

The Tempur-ProAdapt measures 12” thick, while the Casper Hybrid is 11” thick. Both mattresses are great choices for side sleepers and those looking for back pain relief, but the Tempur-ProAdapt better supports seniors with its soft firmness option, while the Casper Hybrid is the better choice for plus-size sleepers thanks to its durable coil system. Both mattresses also excel in cooling; the Tempur-ProAdapt’s cooling cover keeps you sweat-free, while the Casper Hybrid’s coil system helps increase airflow throughout the mattress.

Compare Prices

As is the case with all Tempur-Pedic beds, the Tempur-ProAdapt is pretty pricey compared to the Casper Hybrid. For durable support and pressure relief, you really can’t go wrong with either. But if you’re on a budget and prefer a hybrid design with the comfort of foam and support of coils, the Casper Hybrid is one of the most affordable options on the market.

	Casper Hybrid	Tempur-ProAdapt
Twin	$1,195	$2,849
Twin XL	$1,295	$2,849
Full	$1,595	$3,199
Queen	$1,795	$3,349
King	$2,095	$4,049
California King	$2,095	$4,049
Split King	N/A	$5,698
Split California King	N/A	$5,698

 

Casper Element vs Tempur-Cloud

Casper Element Mattress Review Highlights

• The Casper Element is Casper’s budget memory foam mattress. 
• Made from two layers of breathable foam, this 11” medium-firm mattress is an amazing value.
•  In our in-house testing, the Element mattress scored best in edge support and spine alignment, making it compatible with back sleepers.

Tempur-Cloud Mattress Review Highlights

• Formerly the Tempur-Cloud Supreme, Tempur-Cloud is their newest and most affordable Tempur-Pedic mattress, which was designed to compete in the bed-in-a-box space. 
• It’s an all-foam mattress with a medium feel. Its three layers work together to cushion pressure points and keep the spine in proper alignment. 
• Side sleepers of average weight and back sleepers would sleep best on this mattress.

Compare Mattress Construction

Both mattresses utilize an all-foam design to provide maximum support and comfort. Where they differ, is in the number and thickness of their foam layers.

The Casper Element has a soft mattress cover made from recycled materials, and two foam layers designed to conform to your curves and support your frame. The first is a perforated comfort layer that relieves pressure, and a polyfoam support layer that prevents sagging and promotes durability.

The Tempur-Cloud has a breathable cover made from polyester and spandex for a stretchy, light feel, and even integrates Tempur’s SmartClimate System, which wicks away moisture and increases airflow. Similar to the Casper Element, the Tempur-Cloud has a comfort layer, but it’s thicker and plusher than the Casper Element. This gives you more of a sinking, huggable feeling. A transition layer of foam comes next and assists in responsiveness and spine alignment, and a 4” base layer of polyfoam adds stability and phenomenal support.

The Tempur-Cloud is softer than the Casper Element, coming in at a 4 out of 10 on the firmness scale, while the Casper Element is a 6 out of 10 for a more medium-firm feel. The Tempur-Cloud is also thicker by 1.5”, and more closely contours to your body for optimal pressure relief. If you want that classic sinking feeling of memory foam with the added benefit of cooling and durable support, the Tempur-Cloud is the clear winner.

Compare Prices

The Tempur-Cloud, while it’s still the most affordable mattress that Tempurpedic offers, is much more expensive than the Casper Element. The Casper Element is a great budget-friendly option; however, it’s not as durable and is better for a guest room or college dorm. While the Tempur-Cloud is pricey, it’s a smart investment in your sleep and will last you for years.

	Casper Element*	Tempur-Cloud
Twin	$545	$1,899
Twin XL	$595	$1,899
Full	$745	$2,099
Queen	$795	$2,199
King	$945	$2,599
California King	$945	$2,599
Split King	N/A	$3,798

*Note: The Casper Element is currently out of stock. For another affordable Casper mattress, consider the Casper Select.

Casper Wave Hybrid vs Tempur-breeze

Casper Wave Hybrid Mattress Review Highlights

• The Casper Wave Hybrid is a luxury hybrid mattress. 
• Its pocketed coils and zoned support foam help to keep the body cushioned and supported. 
• The Wave scored exceptionally well in our in-house testing for responsiveness and motion isolation. What this means is that it’s easy to move around without disturbing your sleeper partner, making it a nice choice for couples.
• Thanks to cooling gel and breathable foam, it’s excellent for hot sleepers. 

Tempur-breeze Mattress Review Highlights

• The Tempur-breeze is an incredibly breathable memory foam mattress. Its cooling technology keeps sleepers cool all night long. 
• This mattress comes in soft, medium, medium hybrid, and firm, which means it’s able to accommodate all sleeping positions.
• With overwhelmingly positive customer reviews, over 95% would recommend this mattress to others, you can be sure you’re getting your money’s worth with the Tempur-breeze.

Compare Mattress Construction

The Tempur-breeze and Casper Wave Hybrid both have mattress constructions that support advanced cooling, responsiveness, spine alignment, and support. The Tempur-breeze comes in soft, medium, and firm options, while the Casper Wave Hybrid is medium-firm.

With five premium foam and coil layers, the Casper Wave Hybrid is one of Casper’s most luxurious models. A 1” layer of comfort foam increases the bed’s responsiveness, a 1.5” layer of breathable latex foam gives the bed a more bouncy feel and works to regulate temperature by transferring heat away from the body, and a pressure-relieving memory foam layer assists in cradling your joints. A 1.5” high-resiliency foam layer uses gel pods for targeted support, and a 7” foundation of durable, pocket-spring coils adds support and motion isolation. 

Contrarily, the Tempur-breeze’s construction differs depending on which firmness level you choose; however, all of them have three foam layers in common. A dual cover system with SmartClimate technology provides an instant cooling sensation, while a foam layer of phase change material pulls heat away from the body. Every inch of the Tempur-breeze is designed for maximum cooling, but the comfort layer adds cushioning, support, and pressure relief for all types of sleepers. 

The Casper Wave Hybrid and Tempur-breeze have a lot in common when it comes to their construction; both offer exceptional cooling, pressure relief, and support. With so many firmness options with the Tempur-breeze, you have the ability to customize your mattress, while the Casper Wave Hybrid’s medium-firm feel offers a nice balance of comfort and support that’s compatible with the average sleeper.

Compare Prices

The Casper Wave Hybrid is Casper’s most expensive mattress, but it still doesn’t compare to the Tempur-breeze’s luxurious price point. If you’re a hot sleeper looking for a high-quality mattress that’ll support you for years, the Casper Wave Hybrid is the clear budget-conscious option, and the coil layer will give you lasting durability.

But, if you can afford the extra cash, the Tempur-breeze is what hot sleepers’ dreams are made of. It features more advanced phase change technology and premium foams for the same high-quality pressure relief seen among Tempur-Pedic beds.

The Tempur-breeze comes in a Probreeze and LUXEbreezze option, with the LUXEbreeze costing slightly more for its added cooling capabilities. Similarly, the Casper Wave Hybrid comes in a standard model, as well as one with added cooling technologies.

	Casper Wave Hybrid	Tempur-breeze
Twin	$1,845-$2,545	N/A
Twin XL	$2,995-$3,495	$3,949-$4,949
Full	$3,595-$4,095	$4,299
Queen	$3,995-$4,495	$4,449-$5,449
King	$4,595-$5,095	$5,149-$6,149
California King	$4,595-$5,095	$5,149-$6,149
Split King	N/A	$7,898-$9,898
Split California King	N/A	$7,898-$9,898

 

Casper Nova Hybrid vs Tempur-Luxe Adapt

Casper Nova Hybrid Mattress Review Highlights

• The Casper Nova Hybrid is an exceptionally plush, supportive mattress. Its upper comfort layer is pillowy soft. 
• Its second foam layer offers zoned support, sinking in at the shoulders and providing support at the hips. The result is one of the softest and most supportive hybrid mattresses available.
• It offers great support for side sleepers, sleepers with shoulder, hip, or back pain, and hot sleepers.

Tempur-Luxe Adapt Mattress Review Highlights

• The Luxe-Adapt is one of the best mattresses for those who need extra contouring. 
• With 13” of plush foam and support foam, this bed melts away pressure at problem areas. 
• Its premium foams provide excellent support for heavy sleepers, side sleepers, and those who like to sink into their mattress.

Compare Mattress Construction

The Casper Nova Hybrid uses foam and coils to offer one of the most plush, yet supportive mattresses on the market. The Tempur-Luxe Adapt comes in a soft and firm option, and uses a memory foam design to bring gentle pressure relief and support.

The Casper Nova Hybrid uses three foam layers to provide zoned support and pressure relief. A top layer of Airscape foam offers a plush, velvety feel that feels soft to the touch and enhances airflow. The second foam layer and zoned support layer use 7 support zones to provide spine alignment and joint relief to sensitive areas like your hips and shoulders. A final layer of foam and coils acts as a durable base.

The Tempur-Luxe Adapt utilizes a dual-cover system with SmartClimate technology for enhanced cooling, a soft comfort layer of foam, and a foam support layer that offers ultra-conforming comfort. Both the Casper Nova Hybrid and Tempur-Luxe Adapt use plush foam layers for some of the best pressure relief side sleepers can find. 

The main difference between the two is the Nova Hybrid’s use of coils and the Luxe Adapt’s all-foam design. The Casper Nova Hybrid also comes in a plush firmness level, which is around a 4 out of 10, while the Tempur-Luxe Adapt’s soft and firm options appeal to all sleep positions. Lastly, the Nova Hybrid is 12” thick, and the Luxe-Adapt is 13” thick, which means its layers are a tad more dense and thick.

Compare Prices

The Casper Nova Hybrid is clearly the more economic choice between the two, and still offers exceptional pressure relief and support. The Tempur-Luxe Adapt boasts hotel-style quality and comfort, so if you can afford to splurge, it’ll pay off with this decadent pick.

	Casper Nova Hybrid	Tempur-Luxe Adapt
Twin	$1,395	N/A
Twin XL	$1,945	$3,649
Full	$2,295	N/A
Queen	$2,595	$4,149
King	$3,495	$4,849
California King	$3,495	$4,849
Split King	N/A	$7,298
Split California King	N/A	$7,298

 

Compare Casper vs Tempur-Pedic Sizes

While Casper and Tempur-Pedic have similar sizes and dimensions, there are still a few  differences. Casper doesn’t sell any Split King or Split California King options like Tempur-Pedic. Also, Tempur-Pedic mattresses tend to run thicker because of the dense, premium foams they use.

	Casper	Tempur-Pedic
Thickness	10”-13”	11-14”
Twin	38” x 75”	38” x 74”
Twin XL	38” x 80”	38” x 80”
Full	53” x 75”	53” x 74”
Queen	60” x 80”	60” x 80”
King	76” x 80”	76” x 80”
California King	72” x 84”	72” x 84”
Split King	N/A	38” x 80”
Split California King	N/A	72” x 84”

Learn more about mattress sizes.

Trial Period

All Casper mattresses come with 100-night sleep trials, ensuring you have ample time to try out the mattress and gauge if it’s a good fit. Should you decide you want to return your mattress, Casper makes the process rather easy. After you initiate a return, Casper will set up a local charity to come pick up the mattress from your front door. And you don’t have to worry about re-boxing the mattress, paying for shipping costs, or carrying it to a store– Casper takes care of it for you.

Conversely, Tempur-Pedic offers a 90-day trial with all of their mattresses. You can choose to purchase a Tempur-Pedic mattress in one of their retail locations, or order one online for convenience. If you initiate a return, Tempur-Pedic asks you to try out the mattress for at least 30 days and if you’re still not happy with it, they will refund your purchase. You do have to pay for shipping costs should you return your mattress, so keep this in mind if that’s a dealbreaker for your purchase.

Warranty

Both Casper and Tempur-Pedic mattresses have 10-year warranties. Both beds are great choices if you’re planning to keep your bed for a decade.

However, Tempur-Pedic mattresses are made with advanced technologies and superior materials, so if you’re planning on using your mattress for 10 years or more, Tempur-Pedic would be the way to go. While your mattress would no longer be covered under warranty, its high-quality construction should stand the test of time. 

Final Breakdown: Which Is Better?

Both Tempur-Pedic and Casper offer numerous high-quality mattresses for a wide range of sleepers. If you can afford the investment, Tempur-Pedic offers the most luxurious, premium sleep experience. But if you’re glued to a budget, Casper has plenty of affordable models that work for most sleepers.. 

Tempur-Pedic mattresses are luxurious, top-of-the-line options. Their proprietary foam technology is unlike that of any other mattress brand. The close contouring and exceptional pressure point relief is best for side sleepers and couples looking for luxury. 

Casper mattresses offer incredible quality at competitive prices. Their zoned-support foam facilitates optimal spine alignment, with support and cushion at all of the right areas. The contouring yet supportive feel is best for combination sleepers and those looking for value. And with free shipping, free returns, and a 100-night sleep trial, you can try it out without any financial risk. 

The right memory foam or hybrid mattress depends on your individual needs. These two mattress manufacturers are household names for a reason. Their commitment to customer satisfaction and innovative technology have led to the creation of some of the best mattresses available. Most sleepers can find an excellent mattress that fits their needs from either company. See our recommendations for different types of sleepers below:

• Best for side sleepers: The Tempur-ProAdapt and Casper Nova Hybrid are both great options for side sleepers thanks to their pressure relief capabilities.
• Best for back sleepers: The Tempur-Adapt and Casper Element do a good job of keeping the spine in a neutral position, something that back sleepers need.
• Best for combo sleepers: The Casper Original and Tempur-Adapt work best for combination sleepers since they have high responsiveness.
• Best for stomach sleepers: The Tempur-breeze comes in a firm option which works well for stomach sleepers that need a firmer bed.
• Best for plus-sized sleepers: The Casper Hybrid has a sturdy coil system, making it strong enough to support plus-sized sleepers.
• Best for budget shoppers: The Casper Element is the most affordable mattress option out of all the ones we have listed in this review.
• Best for couples: The Casper Hybrid is a good mattress for couples since it scored high in our motion isolation evaluation.
• Best for hot sleepers: The Tempur-breeze and Casper Wave Snow Hybrid incorporate special cooling technologies to maintain a comfortable sleep environment.