Choosing between the Purple Restore and the Saatva Classic (Luxury Firm) comes down to what type of feel you prefer and what your sleep needs are. Even though both are premium mattresses, they deliver very different experiences when it comes to comfort, support, temperature regulation, and long-term durability.
In this comparison, we break down the key differences—so you can confidently decide which mattress suits your sleep style and body.
Quick Comparison Overview
| Feature | Purple Restore | Saatva Classic (Luxury Firm) |
|---|---|---|
| Mattress Type | Hybrid (Purple Grid + coils) | Innerspring Hybrid |
| Firmness | Medium (5–6/10) | Medium-Firm (6–7/10) |
| Best For | Back & combo sleepers | Back & stomach sleepers |
| Feel | Responsive, buoyant | Classic innerspring with Euro-top |
| Cooling | Excellent | Good |
| Motion Isolation | Good | Good (better than most innersprings) |
| Edge Support | Above average | Excellent |
| Trial | 100 nights | 180–365 nights (depending on retailer) |
| Warranty | 10 years | 15 years |
Feel & Comfort
Purple Restore
The Purple Restore feels unlike traditional foam or innerspring mattresses. Its proprietary Purple Grid™ comfort layer adapts under pressure and pushes back, creating a buoyant feel with minimal sink. You’ll feel like you’re sleeping on the bed more than in it.
How We Test Mattresses
Our reviews are based on firsthand, hands-on testing and real-world sleep experience. We evaluate mattresses using consistent criteria, including pressure relief, spinal alignment, motion isolation, temperature regulation, and durability. We do not use any fancy gimmicks, proprietary scoring systems, or manufacturer-provided ratings. Each mattress is tested the same way so comparisons are fair, transparent, and based on actual performance, helping readers make informed, trustworthy buying decisions. Read our full mattress testing methodology!
Best for: Sleepers who want a responsive surface and hate the “stuck” feeling of slow memory foam.
Saatva Classic (Luxury Firm)
The Saatva Classic is built with a more traditional innerspring feel and a plush Euro-top. As a medium-firm mattress, it provides balanced support with a gentle cushioning that most back and stomach sleepers enjoy.
Best for: Sleepers who like a traditional, supportive feel with a bit of plushness on top.
Winner (Feel):
- Purple Restore if you like a modern responsive feel
- Saatva Classic if you prefer a traditional innerspring feel
Support & Spinal Alignment
- Purple Restore: Great for back sleepers and combination sleepers who want balanced support without deep sink.
- Saatva Classic: Strong edge support and firmer feel make it one of the better choices for stomach and back sleepers.
Winner: Saatva Classic (especially for stomach/back sleepers)
Pressure Relief
- Purple Restore: Pressure relief is very good and adaptive, especially for back sleepers.
- Saatva Classic: Offers solid pressure relief, but its firmer nature can be less forgiving for side sleepers.
Winner: Purple Restore for side sleepers’ shoulders/hips
Temperature & Cooling
- Purple Restore: Excellent airflow from the grid and coils make it one of the coolest mattresses you can buy.
- Saatva Classic: Breathable for an innerspring, but not as cool as Purple’s unique materials.
Winner: Purple Restore
Motion Isolation (Couples)
- Purple Restore: Good isolation for a hybrid; movement is slightly more noticeable than all-foam.
- Saatva Classic: Better than many innersprings due to the Euro-top, but not as dead as foam.
Winner: Saatva Classic
Edge Support
- Purple Restore: Strong edge support for a hybrid mattress.
- Saatva Classic: Excellent edge support—one of the best in its class.
Winner: Saatva Classic
Durability & Longevity
The Purple grid is made from a polymer that resists compression better than most foam layers, and combined with coils it should stay supportive for years. The Saatva Classic’s traditional innerspring build and reinforced edges have a long track record of durability.
Winner: Tie (both well-built, but different materials)
Who Should Choose Purple Restore?
- Back sleepers
- Combo sleepers who like responsiveness
- Hot sleepers
- Those who dislike memory foam
- People who prefer a modern mattress feel
👉 Read the full Purple Restore mattress review for deeper insights.
Who Should Choose Saatva Classic (Luxury Firm)?
- Stomach and back sleepers
- Those who want a traditional feel
- Sleepers who value strong edge support
- People who prefer a firmer mattress
- Buyers who like longer trial/warranty terms
👉 See the full Saatva Classic Luxury Firm review for more detail.
Final Verdict: Purple Restore vs Saatva Classic
- Choose Purple Restore if you want cooling, responsiveness, and adaptive comfort.
- Choose Saatva Classic (Luxury Firm) if you want strong support, edge stability, and a classic feel that works well for heavier sleepers or stomach sleepers.
For most back sleepers and combination sleepers, Purple’s modern adaptive feel wins. For stomach sleepers or anyone who likes a firmer, traditional mattress surface, the Saatva Classic is tough to beat.
🔗 Helpful Next Steps
- Compare more top picks in our Best Mattresses Buyer’s Guide
- Take our Find the Right Mattress Quiz
- Read: Is the Purple Restore Worth It?
You can find more side-by-side reviews on our Mattress Comparisons hub.
By Thomas Saunders, Editor — Elite Sleep Reviews
This review was written and edited by Thomas Saunders, Editor at Elite Sleep Reviews. With years of hands-on experience in the mattress and sleep industry and extensive product research, Thomas focuses on evaluating comfort, support, durability, and real-world performance to help readers make confident, informed mattress decisions.