Tempur-Pedic Alternatives

Tempur-Pedic is one of the biggest and most recognizable brands in the mattress industry. They were the company that invented the memory foam mattress in the early 90s, and they remain a large player in the industry.

In this article, we’ll give some alternatives to various Tempur-Pedic models that should feel similar to their Tempur-Pedic counterparts, but at a much lower price.

Tempur-Pedic mattresses virtually never go on sale (and when they do, it’s generally something like $100 off of the foundation), so it’s difficult to get a good deal on them. Our alternatives feel similar and have comparable features and construction. They also offer free trials, so if you don’t like them, you can always switch to the Tempur-Pedic later.

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Tempur-Pedic Mattress Alternatives 

Tempur-Pedic Model	Alternative
TEMPUR-Cloud	Nectar
TEMPUR-Adapt	Nolah Original
TEMPUR-ProAdapt	Helix Midnight Luxe
TEMPUR-LuxeAdapt	Puffy Original
TEMPUR-PRObreeze	Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe
TEMPUR-LUXEbreeze	DreamCloud Premier

Video Breakdown of Tempur-PEDIC Mattress Alternatives

TEMPUR-Cloud vs. Nectar 

The TEMPUR-Cloud mattress is the entry-level model for Tempur-Pedic, and the only one you can buy as a bed-in-a-box. It uses a thin, softer layer of foam on top and then firmer foams underneath (or coils in the hybrid version). Because of this, it’s overall a medium-firm mattress.

The Nectar mattress also has a medium-firm feel, but it’s a little softer than the TEMPUR-Cloud and allows you to sink deeper into the foam. The Nectar is very reasonably priced, and it comes with free shipping, a 365-night sleep trial, and a limited Lifetime warranty.

See our full Nectar Mattress Review to learn more.

TEMPUR-Adapt vs. Nolah Original

The TEMPUR-Adapt uses similar foam materials as the TEMPUR-Cloud, and it’s also offered in all-foam and hybrid versions. The Adapt is a touch softer than the Cloud, and it’s similar to a lower-cost foam mattress called the Nolah.

The Nolah is made with responsive polyfoam instead of memory foam, but it still contours to your curves and doesn’t feel as “sticky” as memory foam. This is great for those who toss and turn. When you buy the Nolah, you get free shipping, a 120-night trial period, and a limited Lifetime warranty.

Read our full Nolah Mattress Review to learn more.

TEMPUR-ProAdapt vs. Helix Midnight Luxe

The TEMPUR-ProAdapt is second in the Adapt line, and it’s offered in soft, medium, medium hybrid, and firm. It’s an elevated version of the TEMPUR-Adapt mattress, and it offers excellent pressure relief.  The closest comparison would be the Helix Midnight Luxe, which matches the ProAdapt for pressure relief, and has the added benefits of coils (breathability, bounce, etc.).

While the Helix Midnight Luxe isn’t considered a budget mattress, it’s more affordable than the ProAdapt. When you buy a Helix mattress, you get free shipping, a 100-night sleep trial, and a 15-year warranty.

Read our full Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress Review to learn more.

TEMPUR-LuxeAdapt vs. Puffy Original

The TEMPUR-LuxeAdapt is the top tier mattress in the Adapt collection. It uses an advanced foam that contours closely to your body, and it’s offered in soft or firm. Our alternative is the Puffy mattress. It may not be a luxury mattress, but it’s made with conforming, pressure-relieving memory foam and costs a fraction of the price of the LuxeAdapt. Plus, the Puffy comes with free shipping, a 101-night trial period, and a limited Lifetime warranty.

Read our full Puffy Mattress Review to learn more.

TEMPUR-PRObreeze vs. Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe

The TEMPUR-breeze mattresses are the most expensive from the brand because they feature advanced cooling technologies. While it’s tough to beat Tempur-Pedic’s claim that the PRObreeze sleeps up to 3° cooler than their ProAdapt model, you can get pretty close.

The Brooklyn Aurora Luxe mattress has a cooling cover that genuinely feels cool to the touch. It has gel-infused memory foam layers on top and breathable coils at the base. Plus, it’s a lot more affordable than the PRObreeze. The Aurora Luxe is $1874.00 for a Queen size, while the PRObreeze retails for $4399.00 for a Queen size.

Read our full Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe Mattress Review to learn more.

TEMPUR-LUXEbreeze vs. DreamCloud Premier

The TEMPUR-LUXEbreeze mattress is the most expensive—and the most advanced—of all the Tempur-Pedic models. Tempur-Pedic claims that it sleeps up to 8° cooler than their ProAdapt, and having tested out the LUXEbreeze mattress, we can affirm that it’s definitely cooling. 

We’ve also tested the DreamCloud Premier mattress, and think it’s a solid alternative to the LUXEbreeze. The Premier gives a similar hotel-like luxury feel. Back sleepers and average-weight side sleepers in particular should enjoy the pressure relief and supportive spinal alignment. The plush euro top adds a cushy feel without sacrificing a supportive base. DreamCloud also includes a 365-night sleep trial period to make sure it’s the right mattress for you. 

Read our full DreamCloud Premier Mattress Review to learn more.

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Final Thoughts

We hope this review has been informative and helps you find a new mattresses within your budget! There are a lot of good alternatives out there that are just as comfortable and provide similar features as the real Tempur-Pedic models—without breaking the bank! For more budget-friendly beds, check out our roundup for the best affordable mattresses.