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The Purple Hybrid Premier 4 is Purple’s flagship mattress — their thickest grid (4 inches vs. the original’s 2 inches) over a pocketed coil support system. It’s also one of the most expensive mattresses you can buy without a customized fit. We break down whether the grid technology justifies the price.
The Purple Grid: How It Works
The Purple Grid is a hyper-elastic polymer matrix that collapses under direct pressure (cushioning your body weight) but remains firm where it doesn’t bear weight (supporting your body shape). This creates what Purple calls “no-pressure support” — pressure relief without the sinking, contouring feeling of memory foam. The 4″ grid in the Premier 4 creates more cushioning depth than the standard Purple models.
Overall: 8.5/10 — Exceptional cooling and unique pressure relief; very expensive
Pressure Relief: 9/10 — Grid provides excellent no-pressure support unlike any foam
Motion Isolation: 8/10 — Good but slightly less than pure memory foam; grid has some bounce
Cooling: 10/10 — Best passive cooling of any mattress — the open grid allows true airflow
Edge Support: 8/10 — Reinforced coil perimeter provides solid edge support
Value: 6/10 — Excellent product but expensive; hard to justify vs. Saatva at half the price
The 4″ Grid vs. Smaller Grid Versions
The Premier 4’s thicker grid provides more pronounced pressure relief than the Premier 2 or standard Purple models. You sink deeper into the grid before it firms up. This makes the Premier 4 better for side sleepers and those with hip/shoulder issues. Back and stomach sleepers may find the standard Purple or Premier 2 provides adequate grid depth with less sinking.
Who the Premier 4 Is Best For
Hot sleepers who want premium pressure relief without heat retention — the Premier 4 solves both problems simultaneously. Side sleepers who want a unique feel that’s neither memory foam nor traditional spring. Couples where at least one partner sleeps warm. Technology enthusiasts who want something genuinely different from conventional mattress materials.
The Price Question
The Purple Hybrid Premier 4 queen runs $2,499–$2,899. This makes it significantly more expensive than the Saatva Classic (~$1,595) that we’d consider the default luxury recommendation. The premium is justified specifically for its cooling performance and unique no-pressure feel. If cooling isn’t a major priority, the Saatva delivers comparable or better overall performance for significantly less.
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Trial and Warranty
100-night trial with free returns. 10-year warranty. Competitive but not exceptional — Saatva’s 365 nights and lifetime warranty remain the best in class.