Written by Amelia Jerden, Senior Staff Writer
DreamCloud is a great brand to consider if you’re shopping for a luxury hybrid mattress online. If you’re sure you want a DreamCloud but just not sure which one, you’ve made it to the right place. In this article, I’ll be comparing the DreamCloud Original to the DreamCloud Premier mattress to help you decide which one is best for you.
I’ve tested both these mattresses here at Sleepopolis and I’ll be incorporating our input from testing to show who each of these beds could work for (and who should avoid them).
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DreamCloud vs DreamCloud Premier
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Firmness
Score
DreamCloud vs DreamCloud Premier
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DreamCloud Original MattressFirmness
Firm: 7/10Score
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DreamCloud Premier MattressFirmness
Firm: 7/10Score
DreamCloud vs DreamCloud Premier Mattress Overview
Here’s a brief overview of the strong points of the DreamCloud and DreamCloud Premier, as well as which type of sleepers are best suited for them.
| DreamCloud is best for… | DreamCloud Premier is best for… |
| Hot sleepers | Hot sleepers |
| Seniors | Back sleepers |
| Back sleepers | Combination sleepers |
DreamCloud vs DreamCloud Premier Video
Need a quick rundown of each mattress and who I recommend them for? Check out my DreamCloud vs DreamCloud Premier video review below.
DreamCloud vs DreamCloud Premier: Top Similarities
- Cooling: Both beds are solid options for hot sleepers and have great features to help with cooling (although the Premier is a bit cooler than the Original).
- Feel: The DreamCloud and DreamCloud Premier feel similar, as well. We actually gave them the same firmness rating of 7 out of 10.
- Warranty: Because these beds are made by the same company and one is an upgraded version of the other, they both come with the same 365-night sleep trial and lifetime warranty.
DreamCloud vs DreamCloud Premier: Top Differences
- Construction: One upgrade the Premier has over the original is a Euro top layer. A Euro top is a style of pillow top that is stitched flat to the mattress, so this adds an extra layer of cushioning.
- Pressure Relief: We found the original DreamCloud to be a bit more pressure relieving than the Premier.
- Cost: The Premier is a bit more expensive than the original DreamCloud. It costs a few hundred dollars more at full retail.
DreamCloud vs DreamCloud Premier: Construction & Feel Differences
Now let’s talk about how these mattresses feel. To identify the differences and similarities between the two, I tested both beds for different factors, such as firmness, pressure relief, responsiveness, and sinkage.
Before diving into this discussion, I want to acknowledge the subjectivity of this section. How I judge a bed’s feel could very well differ from how you’d experience it.
What’s the Firmness Difference?
When it comes to mattresses, your size, weight, shape, and other factors will influence your ideal level of firmness. Here at Sleepopolis, I rate firmness level on a scale from 1 to 10, with one being the softest and 10 being the firmest. I use 6.5 as the standard for medium-firm. To determine a mattress’s firmness, I test out lying in different sleeping positions and gather the opinions of multiple team members.
My colleagues and I decided to give the DreamCloud mattress a 7 out of 10 on the firmness scale, meaning it is a little firmer than average. Overall, we found the DreamCloud had a pleasant balance between pressure relief and support, with some gentle cushioning from the upper layers and firm support from the coils below.
We also rated the DreamCloud Premier as a 7 out of 10, so it is also firmer than average. Like the DreamCloud Original, there is a nice blend of pressure relief and support from this bed.
What Does Each Mattress Feel Like?
Your experience of how a mattress feels can differ depending on your primary sleeping position and your weight. In this section, I’ll go over how different types of sleepers might feel on each of these beds.
The original DreamCloud mattress has some gentle cushioning on its top layer and some firm bounce in the core. This feel could work well for back sleepers, combination sleepers who switch sleeping positions at night, or anyone who likes to feel more lifted up by their bed rather than stuck in it.
The DreamCloud Premier also features pressure-relieving foams and supportive coils to balance stability and comfort. The supportive coils balance out the gentle foams and vice versa — leading to a firmness right around medium. Similarly, I think this mattress is a great fit for back sleepers and lightweight stomach sleepers.
Overall, both DreamCloud models are a great fit for back sleepers. These mattresses should keep back sleepers’ spines aligned and relieve pressure in the lower lumbar area. However, I think most side sleepers, especially those with joint pain, will find these mattresses too firm for their liking. These sleepers will need something with more cushioning that will contour to their hips and shoulders.
How Does The Construction Differ?
DreamCloud vs DreamCloud Premier Per Body Type
Every mattress will feel different to sleepers depending on individual attributes and preferences, such as body weight and sleeping position. Up next, I’ll compare how the DreamCloud and DreamCloud Premier mattresses perform for various sleepers.
DreamCloud Body Weight Scale
| Body Weight | Side | Back | Stomach |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (under 130lbs) |
unpleasant | good | good |
| Average (130-250lbs) |
excellent | excellent | unpleasant |
| Heavy (over 250lbs) |
unpleasant | unpleasant | unpleasant |
| Body Weight: Light (under 130lbs) | |
|---|---|
| Side Sleeper | unpleasant |
| Back Sleeper | good |
| Stomach Sleeper | good |
| Body Weight: Average (130-150lbs) | |
| Side Sleeper | excellent |
| Back Sleeper | excellent |
| Stomach Sleeper | unpleasant |
| Body Weight: Heavy (over 250lbs) | |
| Side Sleeper | unpleasant |
| Back Sleeper | unpleasant |
| Stomach Sleeper | unpleasant |
DreamCloud Premier Body Weight Scale
| Body Weight | Side | Back | Stomach |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (under 130lbs) |
unpleasant | good | good |
| Average (130-250lbs) |
unpleasant | excellent | good |
| Heavy (over 250lbs) |
good | good | unpleasant |
| Body Weight: Light (under 130lbs) | |
|---|---|
| Side Sleeper | unpleasant |
| Back Sleeper | good |
| Stomach Sleeper | good |
| Body Weight: Average (130-150lbs) | |
| Side Sleeper | unpleasant |
| Back Sleeper | excellent |
| Stomach Sleeper | good |
| Body Weight: Heavy (over 250lbs) | |
| Side Sleeper | good |
| Back Sleeper | good |
| Stomach Sleeper | unpleasant |
DreamCloud vs DreamCloud Premier Comparing Mattress Performance
Temperature
Several factors contribute to a mattress’s cooling ability. First and foremost, I look at a bed’s construction. Since both models are hybrid beds, there’s plenty of room for air to flow through them and keep them cool.
I tested both mattresses’ cooling ability using our thermal gun. After laying on each for a few minutes and measuring how much heat each one trapped, I found that the original DreamCloud performed better overall. When I laid on the DreamCloud Premier for five minutes, its temperature only increased by 7 degrees. For reference, we consider anything under an 8 degree increase great cooling.
The DreamCloud Premier did a decent job at keeping things cool. However, the DreamCloud Premier’s top layer is likely to trap more heat because of how plush it is. It still has the added airflow and breathability from the coils present in its support layer, but I wouldn’t recommend this bed to sleepers who get extra toasty at night.
Motion Isolation
If you have a restless partner, you’ll want something with better motion isolation so you don’t feel their movements on your side of the bed. If that’s not an issue, or you’re a combination sleeper who switches between different positions throughout the night, a more bouncy and responsive mattress is a plus.
To measure each bed’s motion transfer, I perform a few tests to determine if a mattress is good at isolating movement in one spot. One of those tests consists of dropping a steel ball from various heights and measuring the disturbance it causes using a seismometer.
During this test, I found that both DreamCloud models transfer motion to the other side of the bed. However, the DreamCloud Premier performed much better overall. This is likely due to its Euro-top layer. While I could detect some movement traveling to the other side of the mattress, I still think this bed is a great option for couples who don’t want to be woken up by their restless partner during the night.
Edge Support
When testing the edge support on both mattresses, I found that both beds have excellent edge support. Both DreamCloud models have strong edge support thanks to their pocketed coil layers.
Overall, I would recommend both beds to folks with mobility issues and couples who like to spread out and use the entire surface of the mattress at night.
Pressure Relief
The original DreamCloud performed well on our pressure map test, where we use a specialized mat to measure how much pressure the materials are putting on different parts of the body. The mat then creates a graphic or “map” of the body using color-coded imagery. Areas with low pressure buildup are blue and green, and areas with high pressure buildup are yellow and red.
The map below has a lot of blue and green, which indicates that this bed is good at relieving pressure around the lower back and shoulders. On the other hand, side sleepers with hip pain might find the DreamCloud a little too firm, as indicated by the yellow spots in that region.
When looking at the DreamCloud Premier’s results below, we saw almost no pressure buildup for back sleepers. However, side sleepers with sensitive shoulders will want to opt for a different mattress. There is a good amount of yellow and some red on the map below, indicating pressure buildup in these areas.
Pain Relief
The results of the pressure relief test can indicate whether these mattresses aid in reducing pain in specific areas. I think both of the DreamCloud models are a good option for most average-weight back sleepers and lightweight stomach sleepers. However, I don’t think either mattress is a good option for sleepers with sensitive joints or pain.
Durability
I would say the DreamCloud Premier is more durable than the original DreamCloud. The Premier features individually wrapped coils and an extra layer of cushioning thanks to its Euro top, both of which should increase its durability.
Company Policies
DreamCloud Policies
- Trial Period – 365-night trial
- Shipping – Free shipping
- Mattress Warranty – Lifetime warranty
DreamCloud Customer Service Rating
- Good: I gave DreamCloud this rating because when I asked a question in their chat function, they sent a link instead of pairing me with a rep to chat with. Although my question was answered, I would have preferred it if they answered my question directly. I also considered the bed’s warranty and trial period in my rating. DreamCloud’s 365-night trial and lifetime warranty (as high as you’ll find in the sleep industry) help them out quite a bit here.
Comparing DreamCloud vs DreamCloud Premier Price
When deciding between the DreamCloud and DreamCloud Premier mattresses, your decision may boil down to price. So, take a look at my price table below to see how these two beds compare side-by-side. And don’t forget that you can always use our special DreamCloud coupon code to save big on either of these beds.
Prices listed are before discount or offer on each size.
| Size | DreamCloud | DreamCloud Premier |
| Twin | $1,130 | $1,395 |
| Twin XL | $1,213 | $1,746 |
| Full | $1,463 | $2,046 |
| Queen | $1,613 | $2,196 |
| King | $1,963 | $2,730 |
| California King | $1,963 | $2,730 |
| Split King | $2,426 | $3,559 |
Other DreamCloud and DreamCloud Premier Mattress Comparisons
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DreamCloud vs DreamCloud Premier Frequently Asked Questions
How do the DreamCloud and DreamCloud Premier mattresses ship?
DreamCloud offers free shipping on all their mattresses. Both models are bed-in-a-box mattresses that arrive compressed in a box to your door.
What are the return policies for the DreamCloud and DreamCloud Premier mattresses?
DreamCloud offers a 365-night trial period on all their beds. If you don’t like your mattress within this period, you can return it for a full refund.
Do I need a box spring for the DreamCloud and DreamCloud Premier mattresses?
Nope, not unless you want one. You can place both mattresses on the floor or a standard bed frame. However, if you’d like to add extra height to your bed, you can always set them on a box spring.
How long do the DreamCloud and DreamCloud Premier mattresses last?
With thoughtful construction and quality materials, the DreamCloud and DreamCloud Premier mattresses should last folks between 7 to 10 years. To lengthen the life of your mattress, we recommend rotating it 180 degrees every 6 to 12 months.
Our Final Take
Before we wrap up this comparison, I’d like to highlight what I like most about the DreamCloud and point out some of my complaints.
As we finish this comparison, I’ll leave you with what I like most about the DreamCloud Premier and point out some of my complaints.
Our Review Process
Our Sleepopolis reviewers personally test each mattress. We start by unboxing the mattress to figure out how difficult (or easy) it is to get the mattress from the box to the bed. Then, we spend time laying on the bed in different positions, taking time to assess it on our backs, stomachs, and sides. Next, we perform our Sleepopolis tests, using specialized tools to measure qualities like motion transfer, bounce, and pressure relief. Our last step is to open up the mattress and take a look at each layer. These steps allow us to give our final verdict on the mattress.
Amelia Jerden
Senior Staff Writer
About Author
Amelia is a Senior Staff Writer for Sleepopolis. She primarily covers bedding and sleep accessory products in reviews, how-to guides, and more. You can also find her over on the Sleepopolis YouTube channel. Amelia is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, with double majors in media and journalism and in dramatic art. Outside of work, Amelia can usually be found on a hike, traveling to a new city, or at her local thrift store.
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