Tempur-Pedic was the first major memory foam mattress on the market. Their name is synonymous with memory foam beds and luxurious comfort. But, it’s also synonymous with having a high price tag.
So, while plenty of customers come into Slumberland asking about Tempur-Pedic because their parents or friends currently sleep on one (and love it!), they often ask us the same question: but is Tempur-Pedic worth it?
The idea is that another mattress brand may do what Tempur-Pedic does so well but at a lower price point.
While it’s true that you can find cheaper hybrid mattresses, it isn’t true that they are direct substitutes for Tempur-Pedic. Those other mattress brands may work for you but aren’t the same as Tempur-Pedic. Tempur-Pedic makes its own proprietary TEMPUR® foam that can’t be found in other products.
If you want to feel the difference between Tempur-Pedic and other mattresses, you can visit one of our Slumberland locations.
But if you want to know why we think that Tempur-Pedic is one of the best mattresses available, keep reading. We’ll share what our customers love about sleeping on a Tempur-Pedic and what makes it so unique.
Note: Tempur-Pedic has the highest customer satisfaction rating for retail mattresses in the industry. Plus, Tempur-Pedic has also earned the #1 spot for support, durability, comfort, and value. If you’re ready to see if Tempur-Pedic is right for you, visit one of our Slumberland locations.
Why Trust Us?
Although we carry Tempur-Pedic products and love recommending them, our goal is to help everyone get a perfect night's sleep. Our Sleep Experts are trained to know all the mattresses they sell. They focus on finding the best mattress for each person based on their sleep position, needs, and cost.
On top of that, Slumberland has been a furniture and mattress store since 1967. We have specialized in sleep for over half a century. This gives us the knowledge to find the right mattress for each individual or couple based on body size, sleep habits, and more. As we like to call it, we specialize in the 'science of sleep.' As such, this article aims to help you answer: Are Tempur-Pedic mattresses worth it for YOU?
What Makes Tempur-Pedic Unique?
Tempur-Pedic uses TEMPUR® material, which is technically memory foam but unique in a specific way.
TEMPUR® material adapts to your weight, shape, and body heat. This creates a highly adaptable, contouring sleep experience. You feel this difference immediately when you lie down on a Tempur-Pedic. Your body is supported and comforted, and your pressure points aren’t aggravated. This is because the TEMPUR® foam starts to conform to your body the moment you make contact. This feeling has been described by our customers as a “hugging” or “cradling” sensation. While other mattress brands sell memory foam beds, none of them replicate this feeling.
If you’re a side sleeper, a Tempur-Pedic mattress will soften at your shoulders and hips more than your lower back. That’s because more of your body heat is coming into contact with the mattress at your shoulders and hips. This keeps your spine aligned by not letting your hips sink too deeply into the mattress.
If you’re a back sleeper, your Tempur-Pedic mattress adapts to this new position. It fills the small of your back and keeps your hips straight.
This means Tempur-Pedic mattresses work for all different types of sleepers. It is a great mattress for couples and people suffering from back pain.
An Out of this World Origin Story (and Why it Matters)
The TEMPUR® material began at NASA. It was in the cushions and in the padding of the space shuttle.
Why does this matter for people who want a mattress? Because this material started off as a way to take pressure off an astronaut’s body as they were shuttled through the atmosphere. Similarly, TEMPUR® foam takes pressure off your body when you lie down on it.
So starting at NASA isn’t just a cool story, it’s what sets TEMPUR® foam apart from all other memory foam mattresses.
Why Our Customers Love Tempur-Pedic
Okay, so Tempur-Pedic feels different than any other mattress model. Why is that important? And is that worth the higher price tag?
When our customers walk into Slumberland, they come with various problems preventing a good night’s sleep.
Some of our customers are suffering from medical conditions, such as sleep apnea, fibromyalgia, and sciatica. Others are couples who are struggling to find a mattress both of them like to sleep on. Some sleep hot at night and need a way to cool down. A lot of the time, our customers have more than one problem they need their mattress to solve.
Being able to solve these problems is a huge win for customers who are struggling to get quality sleep at night.
Because most customers are trying to solve multiple issues, we start them off on Tempur-Pedic mattresses.
How Tempur-Pedic Reduces Aches and Pains
Do you feel aches and pains at night or in the morning? It’s often because you're not properly supported by your mattress.
For example, if you sleep on an innerspring mattress, you don't get unique contouring support in its comfort layer. The heavier parts of your body may be getting the same amount of support as the lighter parts of your body. This can lead to a sore back or your arm falling asleep in the middle of the night. Then you shift to move it and disturb your sleep cycle.
TEMPUR® foam layers excel at providing pressure relief because of its dense and unique cell structure. These layers of foam adapt to your body and cradle you. Laying on a Tempur-Pedic can feel like floating.
Best Tempur-Pedic Mattresses for Back Pain and Aches
If you’re looking for a mattress to help with back pain or body aches, then we’d recommend the ProAdapt or LuxeAdapt.
- The Tempur-Pedic ProAdapt is Tempur-Pedic’s most popular mattress. It has over 2,200 5-star reviews on Tempur-Pedic's website. It features a layer of Tempur-Pedic’s advanced pressure-relieving support foam. The foam contours to your body and provides you with breathable, comfortable sleeping. The Tempur-Pedic ProAdapt contains 20% more TEMPUR® material than the base-level Tempur-Pedic model.
- The Tempur-Pedic LuxeAdapt provides the most pressure relief of any Tempur-Pedic mattress. The Tempur-LuxeAdapt contains 40% more TEMPUR® material than Tempur-Pedic’s base level model. It has nearly 500 5-star reviews on Tempur-Pedic’s website. It’s an inch thicker than the ProAdapt model and will be more conforming and supportive.
Both the ProAdapt and LuxeAdapt feature a dual-cover system, so you can remove and wash the cover. (The cover is machine washable, just don’t use any bleach and tumble dry the cover on low or hang dry it.) A washable cover helps keep your mattress feeling fresh over the years.
How Tempur-Pedic Keeps You Cool
If you’re hot at night, you’re not getting a good night’s sleep. Most sleep experts agree the ideal room temperature is 60-67 degrees. Your body also drops a few degrees as you get into the deeper stages of sleep. If you’re hot on your mattress, chances are you’re not sleeping well.
Tempur-Pedic makes two kinds of mattresses.
- Temperature-neutral mattresses, such as the Tempur-Pedic Adapt, ProAdapt, and Luxe. These mattresses won’t sleep hot, but they’re not necessarily made to feel cooler.
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Mattresses designed to feel cooler, such as the Tempur Breeze line, the ProBreeze and LuxeBreeze.
Best Cooling Tempur-Pedic Mattresses
If you’re a hot sleeper, then you’re going to want to consider the Tempur-Pedic Breeze mattresses.
- The Tempur-Pedic ProBreeze is designed to feel up to 3 degrees cooler. A layer of phase change material is directly beneath the Tempur-Pedic cover. Phase change material (PCMs) works by reacting to temperature. When PCMs encounter heat, they react by absorbing that heat. The Tempur-Pedic ProBreeze is available as a medium firmness or as a medium hybrid.
- The Tempur-Pedic LuxeBreeze is designed to feel up to 8 degrees cooler. It does the same thing the ProBreeze does but uses even more PCMs. It also uses a layer of ventilated foam that helps improve airflow in the mattress. The Tempur-Pedic LuxeBreeze is available in a firm or soft comfort level.
How Tempur-Pedic Helps Couples Sleep Better Together
It’s a tale as old as time. A couple walks into a mattress store. The husband wants a firmer mattress and the wife wants a softer mattress (or vice versa).
At first, it can seem like someone is going to have to give in. You have two different sleeping positions, which means you need two different firmness levels.
But in our experience, couples can find a solution in Tempur-Pedic mattresses. The TEMPUR® material reacts to each of them individually.
Plus, because TEMPUR® foam is conforming, it helps cut down on motion transfer. Motion transfer is when someone moves on one side of the mattress and you feel their movement on the other. Mattress brands with good motion isolation (like Tempur-Pedic) absorb movements so you don’t feel your partner get in and out of bed at night. Finally, Tempur-Pedic beds have edge support for added comfort.
The Best Tempur-Pedic Mattresses for Couples: The Split King Option
Tempur-Pedic mattresses can conform to different body types for each person. But, some customers will fall in love with two different Tempur-Pedic models. For example, one person may want the extra conforming Tempur-LuxeAdapt while their partner wants the Tempur-ProAdapt. When this happens, there’s an easy solution: Get a split-king mattress.
That’s when both people get twin extra-long (TXL) mattresses in the models they want. You put both of these mattresses on the same mattress foundation — or adjustable bed frame.
This way, each person can sleep on the type of mattress that feels more comfortable to them.
Why Buy a Tempur-Pedic Mattress at Slumberland
At Slumberland, we carry the main Tempur-Pedic mattress models, which include:
- The Tempur-Pedic Adapt
- The Tempur-Pedic ProAdapt
- The Tempur-Pedic LuxeAdapt
- The Tempur-Pedic Breeze (both the ProBreeze and the LuxeBreeze)
Visit the product pages to read reviews from customers. The reviews speak for themselves!
Tempur-Pedic mattresses come in various options, like firm, a medium firm, hybrid, and more.
When you visit Slumberland, our dedicated staff of sleep experts will ask you questions. We ask about your sleep style, what you're hoping for with your new mattress, and anything else to make a personalized recommendation. After that, you can take a Rest Match and feel the differences between the mattresses.
In our experience, by spending 15 minutes (or more) on a mattress, customers can get a good sense of whether the mattress will be right for them.
Still, sometimes a customer can change their mind about the mattress after they get it home. The good news is that when you buy a Tempur-Pedic mattress(with a mattress protector) from Slumberland, you get a 365-night Comfort Guarantee. This sleep trial is designed to give you peace of mind. In case you need to exchange your mattress for a different model, you'll be able to at Slumberland.
Finally, you have the option of using Slumberland financing. We often have promotions with extended financing, but always offer these two deals:
- 18 months zero interest on purchases over $999
- 24 months zero interest on purchases over $2499
Final Thoughts: Is Tempur-Pedic Worth the Money?
Tempur-Pedic mattresses have a reputation of being expensive. But look at what they do (provide advanced pressure relief and cooling) and for how long (every Tempur-Pedic comes with a 10-year warranty, but the lifespan is often greater). Considering this, our opinion is the price becomes more than worth it.
Tempur-Pedic mattresses also have one of the lowest return rates in the mattress industry. At Slumberland, we rarely have a customer who wants to return their Tempur-Pedic during the trial period. If they do, it's almost always to exchange for a different Tempur-Pedic model, often deciding they want a model with more Tempur® material.
Tempur-Pedic also has high customer satisfaction. They have earned the #1 spot in customer satisfaction for retail mattresses three year in a row.
Are you ready to experience a Tempur-Pedic for yourself? Shop for a Tempur-Pedic mattress online right now. Or, visit one of our Slumberland locations to get a personalized recommendation on which is best for you. We have the latest of what Tempur-Pedic offers.
Frequently Asked Question:
What Are the Disadvantages of Tempur-Pedic?
Tempur-Pedic mattresses are popular for a reason. Although they have several advantages, here are some downsides about Tempur-Pedic. Consider both the positives and negatives before you invest in a new mattress.
- High price point: The biggest drawback of Tempur-Pedic mattresses is their price. Tempur-Pedic mattresses are generally more expensive than other mattress brands. We believe mattresses are one thing worth paying more for. But, if you have a tight budget, we recommend checking out our financing or going for a cheaper mattress.
- Temperature regulation: Some Tempur-Pedic models have cooling technology. But, TEMPUR® foam tends to retain heat more than traditional mattresses. If you sleep hot, we recommend you test the Breeze model mattresses in-store and use our 365-night sleep guarantee if you have issues.
- Initial firmness: TEMPUR® material is initially firm. The foam takes time to adjust to your body. Test it in-store. You may find they feel too hard initially to justify buying.
How Long Does a Tempur-Pedic Mattress Last?
Tempur-Pedic mattresses typically last between 10 and 15 years. This lifespan varies depending on factors like usage, care, and the specific model. Tempur-Pedic mattresses also have a 10 year warranty!
Why Is Tempur-Pedic So Expensive?
Tempur-Pedic mattresses are expensive due to several factors:
- Proprietary memory foam: Tempur-Pedic use unique memory foam technology that contours to your body for pressure relief. This technology is more expensive to produce than traditional memory foam.
- High-quality materials: Tempur-Pedic uses high-quality materials throughout their mattresses, from the foam to the covers. These materials contribute to the overall cost of the product.
