Written by Amelia Jerden, Senior Staff Writer
Puffy is a popular online mattress retailer, known for their plush, cloud-like bed-in-a-box mattresses. However, this brand does offer more than one model — so if you are considering buying a Puffy as your new mattress but not sure which is right for you, you’ve landed in the right spot.
We’ve tested the Puffy Cloud, Puffy Lux, and Puffy Royal mattresses here at Sleepopolis and in this comparison, I’ll be putting them head-to-head-to-head to help you find out which is best for you. Short on time? Skip ahead for a review summary.
Puffy Cloud vs Puffy Lux vs Puffy Royal
Product
Firmness
Score
Puffy Cloud vs Puffy Lux vs Puffy Royal
Product
Puffy Royal Hybrid MattressFirmness
Soft: 5.5/10Score
Puffy Cloud vs Puffy Lux vs Puffy Royal Video Review
Puffy Mattress Similarities
Since these mattresses all come from Puffy, they naturally share some similarities. Let’s take a look at what all these beds have in common before we break down the differences.
- Softer-than-average feel: All of these mattresses clocked in at 6 out of 10 or less on our firmness scale, which indicates our testers found them all to be softer than average, or medium-firm.
- Pressure relief: The soft foams utilized in these beds’ constructions means they all provide nice pressure relief.
- Back and side sleepers: All of these Puffy mattresses can work well for both back and side sleepers.
- Shipping: The Puffy Cloud, Puffy Lux Hybrid, and Puffy Royal Hybrid are all bed-in-a-box mattresses, meaning they ship compressed in a box. They also all ship for free.
- Trial/Warranty: All of Puffy’s mattresses come with a 101-night sleep trial period and lifetime warranty.
Puffy Cloud vs Puffy Lux vs Puffy Royal
Now that we’ve covered the similarities, let’s take a look at the key differences between these Puffy mattresses.
Puffy Cloud
The Puffy Cloud mattress is the brand’s flagship product. It is a 10-inch tall, all-foam mattress with a soft, classic memory foam feel. It provides cushioning for pressure relief and allows you to sink into the material.
Construction Specs:
- Cover: The Puffy Cloud has a polyester-blend cover, which is hypoallergenic and stain-resistant. This mattress cover can be removed and machine washed.
- Comfort Layer: The top layer is two inches of gel-infused memory foam, which Puffy calls “Cooling Cloud foam.”
- Transition Layer: Then is a 2-inch layer of responsive polyurethane foam, which has a firmer feel than the comfort layer. Puffy calls this “Climate Comfort foam.”
- Base Layer: Finally, there’s a support layer of six inches of high-density poly foam, which provides the support and structure of the mattress.
Firmness: 6 out of 10 on the firmness scale. Compared to 6.5, our standard for medium-firm, this means the Puffy Cloud is softer than average.
Motion Transfer: Low motion transfer, which means the Puffy Cloud isolates motion at the source and prevents it from traveling from one side to the other. This is great for couples, as their movements shouldn’t disturb one another.
Edge Support: Average edge support. This refers to how well the perimeter of the bed bears weight and the Puffy Cloud showed some sagging when we tested sitting and lying along the edge. It wasn’t impressive, but wasn’t terrible for an all-foam bed without any edge reinforcement.
Pressure Relief: The Puffy Cloud showed little pressure buildup on our heat-mapping pressure map for the back sleeping position, but did show some pressure on the shoulder and hip for side sleeping.
Puffy Cloud Mattress
The Puffy Cloud is an all-foam bed-in-a-box with a medium firmness that is great for a wide range of sleepers. It also does a good job of reducing aches and pains, thanks to its balance of support and pressure relief.
Material
Foam
Trial Period
101 nights
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Firmness
Medium-soft: 6/10
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Kids
This bed is perfect for young sleepers.
Back Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from back pain.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight side sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
I love this mattress. I wake up rested and with energy. Before I was sleeping on a traditional mattress and I would wake up 3 to 4 times at night trying to find the right spot. I don't weak up in middle of the night. It was worth every penny!!!
Claudia Guzman, Puffy customerPuffy Cloud Mattress
The Puffy Cloud is an all-foam bed-in-a-box with a medium firmness that is great for a wide range of sleepers. It also does a good job of reducing aches and pains, thanks to its balance of support and pressure relief.
Material
Foam
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Firmness
Medium-soft: 6/10
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Trial Period
101 nights
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Kids
This bed is perfect for young sleepers.
Back Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from back pain.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight side sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
I love this mattress. I wake up rested and with energy. Before I was sleeping on a traditional mattress and I would wake up 3 to 4 times at night trying to find the right spot. I don't weak up in middle of the night. It was worth every penny!!!
Claudia Guzman, Puffy customer
Puffy Cloud Mattress
The Puffy Cloud is an all-foam bed-in-a-box with a medium firmness that is great for a wide range of sleepers. It also does a good job of reducing aches and pains, thanks to its balance of support and pressure relief.
Material
Foam
Firmness
Medium-soft: 6/10
Trial Period
101 nights
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Kids
This bed is perfect for young sleepers.
Back Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from back pain.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight side sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
I love this mattress. I wake up rested and with energy. Before I was sleeping on a traditional mattress and I would wake up 3 to 4 times at night trying to find the right spot. I don't weak up in middle of the night. It was worth every penny!!!
Claudia Guzman, Puffy customerPuffy Lux
The Puffy Lux is a hybrid mattress, meaning it uses a combination of foams and coils in its construction. It is 12 inches tall and offers the softest feel of these three Puffy mattresses. This mattress is best for side sleepers, as it offers plenty of plush contouring around pressure points.
Construction Specs:
- Cover: Like the Puffy Cloud, the Puffy Lux has a polyester-blend cover. It is hypoallergenic and stain-resistant, and can be removed to wash.
- Comfort Layer 1: The first comfort foam layer is a 1.5-inch section of gel-infused foam, which Puffy calls “Cooling Cloud foam.”
- Comfort Layer 2: The second comfort foam layer is a 1.5-inch section of what Puffy calls “Plush Dual Cloud foam,” which is designed to be more pressure-relieving than other memory foams.
- Transition Layer: This layer eases the sleeper from the comfort to the support layer. It is a 2-inch section of poly foam, which Puffy calls “Climate Comfort foam.”
- Support Layer: The support base of this mattress is a 7-inch section of individually wrapped coils, with a foam encasement around the edge for reinforced edge support.
Firmness: 5.5 out of 10. Compared to medium-firm 6.5, this means the Puffy Lux Hybrid is quite soft.
Motion Transfer: Very low motion transfer, meaning you shouldn’t feel much movement at all from a partner or pet moving around on the Puffy Lux.
Edge Support: Average edge support. While there wasn’t too much sinkage for lying on the edge, we saw a lot of sinkage while sitting on the edge.
Pressure Relief: The Puffy Lux showed little to no pressure on our heat-mapping pressure map in the back sleeping position, with a very light amount of pressure forming in the side sleeping position. Overall, these are excellent pressure relief results.
Puffy Lux Hybrid Mattress
The Puffy Lux Hybrid mattress is a soft model combining foam layers and individually pocketed coils for a cushioned feel with some bounce. It provides great pressure relief, making it a nice fit for side, back, or side-back combo sleepers.
Material
Hybrid
Trial Period
101 nights
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Firmness
Soft: 5.5/10
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from back pain.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight side sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Puffy Lux Hybrid Mattress
The Puffy Lux Hybrid mattress is a soft model combining foam layers and individually pocketed coils for a cushioned feel with some bounce. It provides great pressure relief, making it a nice fit for side, back, or side-back combo sleepers.
Material
Hybrid
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Firmness
Soft: 5.5/10
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Trial Period
101 nights
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from back pain.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight side sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Puffy Lux Hybrid Mattress
The Puffy Lux Hybrid mattress is a soft model combining foam layers and individually pocketed coils for a cushioned feel with some bounce. It provides great pressure relief, making it a nice fit for side, back, or side-back combo sleepers.
Material
Hybrid
Firmness
Soft: 5.5/10
Trial Period
101 nights
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from back pain.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight side sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Puffy Royal
The Puffy Royal is also a hybrid mattress, made with a combo of foams and coils. This mattress is 14 inches tall, making it the tallest of these three mattresses. It is also the most expensive.
Construction Specs:
- Cover: The Puffy Royal has the same polyester-blend, hypoallergenic, and stain-resistant cover which can be removed and washed.
- Comfort Layer: The first foam layer is a 1.5-inch section of gel-infused memory foam.
- Contour Layer: The second foam layer is a 1.5-inch section of a more responsive foam.
- Transition Layer: The Puffy Royal has a 2-inch layer of poly foam, which Puffy calls “Climate Comfort foam.”
- Zoned Support Layer: This 2-inch foam layer is zoned into five support zones and is meant to provide targeted cushioning to the head, neck, shoulder, back, and legs — so it is softer in some areas and firmer in others.
- Support Layer: The final layer is a 7-inch section of individually pocketed coils, with a foam encasement around the edge for reinforced edge support.
Firmness: 6 out of 10 on the firmness scale. Compared to medium-firm 6.5, this means the Puffy Royal is softer than average. It’s around the same firmness as the Puffy Cloud (also rated 6 out of 10), but firmer than the Puffy Lux (rated 5.5 out of 10).
Motion Transfer: Low motion transfer. This means you shouldn’t feel most movements from a partner or pet on the Puffy Royal.
Edge Support: Better-than-average edge support. We saw some sinkage while sitting on the edge of the Puffy Royal, but felt fairly supported while lying along the edge, with only a small amount of sinkage.
Pressure Relief: The Puffy Royal showed little to no pressure buildup in the back sleeping position on our pressure map. There was a small amount of pressure on the hip in the side sleeping position, but none on the shoulder.
Puffy Royal Hybrid Mattress
The Puffy Royal Hybrid combines thick layers of slow-response memory foam with individually pocketed coils for a luxurious, contouring feel with just a little bit of bounce.
Material
Hybrid
Trial Period
101 nights
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Firmness
Soft: 5.5/10
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from back pain.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight side sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Puffy Royal Hybrid Mattress
The Puffy Royal Hybrid combines thick layers of slow-response memory foam with individually pocketed coils for a luxurious, contouring feel with just a little bit of bounce.
Material
Hybrid
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Firmness
Soft: 5.5/10
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Trial Period
101 nights
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from back pain.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight side sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Puffy Royal Hybrid Mattress
The Puffy Royal Hybrid combines thick layers of slow-response memory foam with individually pocketed coils for a luxurious, contouring feel with just a little bit of bounce.
Material
Hybrid
Firmness
Soft: 5.5/10
Trial Period
101 nights
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from back pain.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight side sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Puffy Mattress Review Summary
Overall, these three Puffy mattresses provided a softer-than-average feel, with plush and contouring foams that provide some pressure relief. These beds are all good options for back and side sleepers. Couples should be happy with the nice motion isolation on all three of these beds. Additionally, the stain-resistant and washable covers on these mattresses make them a good option for kids, people with pets, or anyone who wants to keep their mattress ultra-clean.
Which Puffy Mattress is Best for You?
Back Sleepers – I think back sleepers can sleep comfortably on all three of these beds. However, the Puffy Lux mattress may be too soft for some back sleepers’ taste, as you’ll find yourself sinking into this bed more than the other two.
Side Sleepers – I think side sleepers can sleep comfortably on all three of these beds, as well. However, the Puffy Lux tested best for side sleeping pressure relief and is the softest, so it is probably the best out of the three for this sleeping position.
Stomach Sleepers – I wouldn’t recommend any of these beds to stomach sleepers, as they are overall too soft to keep stomach sleepers’ hips lifted up and out of the mattress. Some lightweight folks under 130 pounds may sleep comfortably on the Puffy Royal, but for most stomach sleepers I would recommend a firmer mattress.
Combination Sleepers – In terms of easy movement, none of these beds are ideal for combination sleepers. None of them are very responsive, though the Puffy Lux is probably the least responsive of the three, as you sink deeply into the material and it takes some effort to move around.
Heavy Sleepers – I wouldn’t recommend any of these mattresses to heavy sleepers, who weigh 250 pounds or more. They likely are not supportive enough for people with heavier body types, so I would recommend taking a look at our picks for the best mattresses for heavy sleepers, which are more supportive.
Hot Sleepers – All three beds incorporate materials intended to promote temperature regulation, but the Puffy Royal and Puffy Lux are the best options for hot sleepers, as the coils allow more room for airflow in the mattress.
How Much Do Puffy Mattresses Cost?
Wondering how much these mattresses cost? Here is a breakdown of prices, by mattress size. Prices listed are before discount or offer for each size.
| Size | Puffy Cloud | Puffy Lux | Puffy Royal |
| Twin | $1,949 | $2,249 | $2,599 |
| Twin XL | $2,099 | $2,399 | $2,799 |
| Full | $2,249 | $2,649 | $3,499 |
| Queen | $2,399 | $2,849 | $3,749 |
| King | $2,599 | $3,049 | $4,049 |
| California King | $2,599 | $3,049 | $4,049 |
| Split King | $4,198 | $4,798 | $5,598 |
Puffy Cloud vs Puffy Lux vs Puffy Royal
Product
Firmness
Score
Puffy Cloud vs Puffy Lux vs Puffy Royal
Product
Puffy Royal Hybrid MattressFirmness
Soft: 5.5/10Score
FAQs
Do Puffy mattresses need a box spring?
No, Puffy mattresses do not require a box spring, but you can use one if you wish. If you forego a box spring, be sure to use a platform bed or another style of bed frame that provides adequate support.
Can you flip a Puffy mattress?
No, Puffy mattresses are not designed to be flipped. If you flip it, you’ll be sleeping on the support layer instead of the comfort layer.
Do Puffy mattresses come with a sleep trial?
Yes, Puffy offers a 101-night sleep trial with their mattresses. That means you can test it out at home for 101 nights and if you decide it’s not the right fit for you, you can return it within that time frame for a full refund.
How long is the Puffy mattress warranty?
Puffy offers a lifetime warranty with their mattresses, much longer than the industry standard of a 10-year warranty.
Where are Puffy mattresses made?
All of Puffy’s mattresses are made in the USA.
Puffy Vs
Not sure if Puffy is the right mattress brand for you? Let’s compare Puffy to two competitor brands: Nectar and Purple.
Nectar
- Nectar offers three different memory foam mattress models: the Nectar, Nectar Premier, and Nectar Premier Copper. They also offer hybrid versions of all three.
- Similar to Puffy, Nectar’s mattresses are known for offering pressure relief, thanks to the soft memory foam layers incorporated in their constructions.
- Nectar is also best known for its affordable prices. Like Puffy, their mattresses are beds-in-a-box that ship compressed. Nectar also offers a lifetime warranty, but offers a longer trial — 365 nights.
Nectar Mattress
The original Nectar mattress is a pressure-relieving, yet supportive, bed. It’s made with a thick layer of therapeutic memory foam, which offers sleepers plenty of support and decent body contouring.
Material
Foam
Trial Period
365 nights
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Firmness
Medium-firm: 6.5/10
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from back pain.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for heavyweight side sleepers.
Stomach Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight stomach sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
I dreaded paying for a new mattress but my old one was 15 years old…buying a Nectar was the best choice I could have made! It is so comfortable and didn’t cost an arm and a leg. I would absolutely recommend this mattress to anyone!
Kaitlynne S., Nectar customerNectar Mattress
The original Nectar mattress is a pressure-relieving, yet supportive, bed. It’s made with a thick layer of therapeutic memory foam, which offers sleepers plenty of support and decent body contouring.
Material
Foam
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Firmness
Medium-firm: 6.5/10
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Trial Period
365 nights
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from back pain.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for heavyweight side sleepers.
Stomach Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight stomach sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
I dreaded paying for a new mattress but my old one was 15 years old…buying a Nectar was the best choice I could have made! It is so comfortable and didn’t cost an arm and a leg. I would absolutely recommend this mattress to anyone!
Kaitlynne S., Nectar customer
Nectar Mattress
The original Nectar mattress is a pressure-relieving, yet supportive, bed. It’s made with a thick layer of therapeutic memory foam, which offers sleepers plenty of support and decent body contouring.
Material
Foam
Firmness
Medium-firm: 6.5/10
Trial Period
365 nights
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from back pain.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for heavyweight side sleepers.
Stomach Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight stomach sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
I dreaded paying for a new mattress but my old one was 15 years old…buying a Nectar was the best choice I could have made! It is so comfortable and didn’t cost an arm and a leg. I would absolutely recommend this mattress to anyone!
Kaitlynne S., Nectar customerPurple
- Purple offers a lot of different mattresses, but they are known for their unique hyper-elastic polymer Purple grid, which is incorporated into many of their products.
- This grid offers a “floating” feel, so you feel on top of the bed but still receive pressure relief.
- Purple has their more basic flagship Purple mattress, but also more premium options like the Purple Restore or the Purple Rejuvenate from their Luxe line.
Purple Mattress
The Purple has a unique comfort layer of GelFlex Grid, which offers great pressure relief and cooling. It has a slightly feel that should especially appeal to back sleepers.
Material
Hybrid
Trial Period
100 nights
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Firmness
Medium-firm: 6.5/10
Warranty
10-year warranty
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight side sleepers.
Stomach Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight stomach sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Purple Mattress
The Purple has a unique comfort layer of GelFlex Grid, which offers great pressure relief and cooling. It has a slightly feel that should especially appeal to back sleepers.
Material
Hybrid
Warranty
10-year warranty
Firmness
Medium-firm: 6.5/10
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Trial Period
100 nights
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight side sleepers.
Stomach Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight stomach sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Purple Mattress
The Purple has a unique comfort layer of GelFlex Grid, which offers great pressure relief and cooling. It has a slightly feel that should especially appeal to back sleepers.
Material
Hybrid
Firmness
Medium-firm: 6.5/10
Trial Period
100 nights
Warranty
10-year warranty
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight side sleepers.
Stomach Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight stomach sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
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