Puffy Mattress Comparison: Which Should You Choose?

Puffy is a popular mattress brand for a good reason. They offer such an amazing combination of support and comfort in all their mattresses, it can be hard to choose. If you’re trying to decide between the Puffy Cloud, the Puffy Lux Hybrid and the Puffy Royal Hybrid, you’re in the right place. Which one is right for you? Find out in this Puffy mattress comparison!

We’ll go over the construction, firmness, and feel of each Puffy mattress. Then we’ll be able to tell who should buy which mattress–and who shouldn’t.

Product

Firmness

Score

Product

Puffy Cloud Mattress

Firmness

Medium-firm: 7/10

Score

3.9 / 5

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Puffy Lux Hybrid Mattress

Firmness

Medium-firm: 6.5/10

Score

4.0 / 5

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Puffy Royal Hybrid Mattress

Firmness

Medium-firm: 6.5/10

Score

3.9 / 5

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Puffy Mattress Comparison Overview

The Puffy mattresses are some of the best bed-in-a-box mattresses, and they all feature soft, cooling foam. The Puffy Lux and Puffy Royal come in hybrid versions while the Puffy Cloud is all-foam. They also range in terms of price and the complexity of their design. The Puffy Cloud is their simplest mattress, the Puffy Lux is their popular middle-of-the-road model, and the Puffy Royal is their most high-end option.

The Puffy Cloud mattress is the firmest of the three mattresses. While it is firm, the soft memory foam also provides great contouring and comfort.

The Puffy Lux Hybrid mattress is the softer of the two hybrid mattresses and it has a classic memory foam feel. You’ll really sink into this mattress as it contours around your body for great support.

Speaking of support, the Puffy Royal Hybrid mattress has zoned construction to help those who suffer from back pain get a good night’s sleep. The Royal is the high-end model from Puffy and was designed for optimal comfort and support. Those who sleep on their back or need to achieve good spinal alignment will love this luxury mattress.

Who Should Get the Puffy Cloud

• Those who want to spend less money on their mattress purchase
• Stomach sleepers looking for a firm mattress

Who Should Get the Puffy Lux Hybrid

• Side sleepers
• Folks who like a softer mattress

Who Should Get the Puffy Royal Hybrid

• Back sleepers looking for extra support
• Those who prefer a mattress with a high-end design
• People who suffer from back pain and want added support

Puffy Mattress Comparison Review

Here at Mattress Clarity, we like to combine our subjective opinion with objective tests. Check out how the two higher-end mattresses from Puffy–the Puffy Lux Hybrid and the Puffy Royal Hybrid–stack up in our video comparison.

Puffy Mattress Comparison: Top Similarities

• They come from the same company so they have the same warranties, customer service, and sleep trials.
• They all feature some of the same comfort layers
• They both feature similar base layers.
• All include foam in their construction, though both the Puffy Lux Hybrid and Puffy Royal Hybrid include coils as well.

Check out other Puffy Lux Hybrid mattress comparisons on our comparisons page.

Puffy Mattress Comparison: Key Differences

• Puffy Royal Hybrid has more layers than the Puffy Lux Hybrid and Puffy Cloud.
• The Puffy Cloud is the only all-foam mattress of the three. The other two are hybrid mattresses which include coils.
• The Puffy Lux and Puffy Royal contain exclusive comfort layers that are not found in the Puffy Cloud mattress.
• The Puffy Royal Hybrid is more supportive than the Puffy Cloud or the Puffy Lux Hybrid because of its zoned construction.
• Finally, there are some significant price differences – the Puffy Royal costs more than the Puffy Lux which costs more than the Puffy Cloud.

Check out other Puffy Royal Hybrid mattress comparisons on our comparisons page.

Firmness and Feel Differences

Let’s compare the firmness and feel of these three mattresses.

How Firm Are the Puffy Mattresses?

In our experience, the Puffy Cloud mattress feels like a 7/10 and is just a bit firmer-than-average. A mattress with a 6.5 rating is the industry average, or medium firm. This makes the Puffy Cloud firmer than average.

The Puffy Lux Hybrid is a 6/10 on the mattress firmness scale. Puffy Lux Hybrid slightly softer than average.

The Puffy Royal Hybrid’s firmness level is 6.5/10. This mattress will be firmer than the Puffy Lux Hybrid, though it’s still a medium firm mattress.

Sleeping on the Puffy Mattresses

The Puffy Cloud mattress is the firmest, making it good for back and stomach sleepers. Back sleepers will feel some contouring from the top memory foam layer. Side sleepers will find the Puffy Cloud too firm and you will feel too much pressure on your shoulders and hips. Stomach sleepers will find the Puffy Cloud the best of the three mattresses because it is so firm.

That being said, we could still use a bit more support under our hips as they are bowing into the mattress a bit.

The Puffy Lux Hybrid is a great mattress for side and back sleepers. Back sleepers will find good contouring as their hips sink in the right amount to keep their body in alignment. Side sleepers will find great pressure relief. There shouldn’t be any pressure on their hips or shoulders. Stomach sleepers will find this mattress to be too soft, which could cause lower back pain over time.

The Puffy Royal Hybrid is also a great mattress for many types of sleepers. Because of its zoned support, back sleepers will maintain proper alignment and will most likely find the Puffy Royal Hybrid to be more comfortable than the Puffy Lux Hybrid. Side sleepers should also enjoy this mattress and find plenty of relief on the pressure points. Combination sleepers will also find it easy to move between lying on their back and side. Like the Puffy Lux Hybrid, the Puffy Royal Hybrid is not one of the best mattresses for stomach sleepers because it’s too soft.

What Do the Puffy Mattresses Feel Like?

The Puffy Cloud mattress features a balanced foam feel that is quite responsive, and this makes it easy to move around on the mattress.

The Puffy Lux Hybrid has a classic memory foam feel. You’ll find yourself slowly sinking into this mattress. However, because of this memory foam feel, this mattress isn’t the most responsive.

True to its name, the Puffy Royal Hybrid is puffy and cloud-like. While it does have memory foam, it has a more responsive feel than the Puffy Lux Hybrid. When lying on the Puffy Royal Hybrid, it feels like a soft, airy pillow.

Average Weight Sleepers – 130lbs – 230lbs

Average weight back sleepers should feel balance and support on the Puffy Cloud mattress. Because of how firm the mattress is, average weight side sleepers will not get the relief on the hips and shoulders that they need on this mattress. Average weight stomach sleepers should find good support from the Puffy Cloud, but if they’re closer to 230lbs, they will need a firmer mattress.

On the Puffy Lux Hybrid, average weight sleepers should get the support they need. The memory foam provides good contouring and support for back sleepers. Average weight side sleepers should also enjoy this mattress. Most should feel excellent pressure relief on their hips and shoulders, though those closer to 230lbs might press into the mattress too much. Average weight stomach sleepers will find this mattress to be too soft.

The Puffy Royal Hybrid provides an even better experience for average weight back sleepers. The zoned polyfoam provides ample support, even for those with back pain. Side sleepers who weigh under 200lbs should find great pressure relief on this mattress. However, those closer to 230lbs might press too far into the mattress, feeling some pain in their hips and shoulders over time. Average weight stomach sleepers will find this mattress to be too soft.

Heavyweight Sleepers – Over 230lbs

Heavyweight back sleepers could get enough support when they are on the Puffy Cloud, but heavyweight side and stomach sleepers will not get enough support on the original.

Most heavyweight back sleepers will find the Puffy Lux Hybrid to be supportive thanks to its coils. The majority of heavier side sleepers will feel too much pressure on this mattress. Heavier stomach sleepers also won’t get enough support on the Puffy Lux Hybrid.

The Puffy Royal Hybrid will be good for heavier back sleepers closer to 230lbs, thanks to its coils and zoned polyfoam. Back sleepers over 300lbs might need to find a mattress with more support. Heavier side sleepers and stomach sleepers will not find the Puffy Royal Hybrid to be supportive enough.

Lightweight Sleepers – Under 130lbs

If lightweight back sleepers want something firm and balanced, the Puffy Cloud mattress will be the way to go. The Puffy Cloud might feel too firm for lightweight side sleepers. Lightweight stomach sleepers will find more support from the Puffy Cloud than the Puffy Lux Hybrid or Puffy Royal Hybrid.

Lightweight side and back sleepers will find good support in the Puffy Lux Hybrid. However, lightweight stomach sleepers will need to look for a more supportive mattress.

Lightweight side and back sleepers will find the Puffy Royal Hybrid to be supportive. Even some lighter stomach sleepers might find the Puffy Royal Hybrid to be a good fit, but most will most likely need something more supportive.

Puffy Mattress Comparison: Construction Differences

Before purchasing, it’s important to be aware of how mattresses are constructed. Check out the construction of the Puffy Lux Hybrid and Puffy Royal Hybrid.

Cover

All three mattresses have the same stain-resistant cloud covers. Their cover is a soft, thin, and breathable one. Plus, the cover is hypoallergenic which makes it ideal for those who suffer from allergies.

Comfort Layers

The top comfort layer of the Puffy Cloud mattress is something called Cooling Cloud™ foam (it is basically memory foam with a gel infusion to help with cooling). Below that, there is Climate Comfort™ foam which is more responsive and also designed to help with heat dissipation.

The Puffy Lux Hybrid has three comfort layers. The first is the same Cooling Cloud Layer as the Puffy Cloud. This is a layer of memory foam infused with gel to help with airflow. Beneath it is the Plush Dual Cloud layer, another soft layer which will provide pressure relief in shoulders and hips. The final comfort layer is the climate comfort layer similar to the Puffy Cloud. This responsive layer adds some bounce to the mattress and helps regular body temperature.

The Puffy Royal Hybrid has four comfort layers. The top layer is infused with cooling foam. This layer has a comfortable, slow-moving feel while the cooling beads keep you cool as you sleep. Underneath that, is a layer of responsive memory foam for body contouring and maximum recovery. The third layer, the climate comfort foam, is also seen in the Puffy Lux Hybrid. In both mattresses, this layer is also humidity-resistant and wicks away moisture.

What really sets the Puffy Royal Hybrid apart is its fourth comfort layer of cloud air technology foam. This zoned polyfoam is designed to make the mattress feel firmer and softer in certain areas. It’s extremely helpful for back and side sleepers.

Support Layer

All three mattresses have the firm core support layer, which is made of a durable and supportive foam. The Puffy Lux Hybrid and Puffy Royal Hybrid have two other support layers. The contour-adapt base layer in these two mattresses help with spinal alignment and gives the mattresses a bouncy, responsive feel. Both also feature a grip base layer which keeps the mattress in place no matter how much you toss and turn during the night.

Mattress Height

The Puffy Cloud is 10″ tall.

The Puffy Lux Hybrid is 12” tall, which is an average height.

The Puffy Royal Hybrid is 14” tall, making it the thickest mattress from the Puffy brand.

Puffy Mattress Size Options and Price

Check out the sizes and pricing information for the Puffy Lux Hybrid and Puffy Royal Hybrid.

Puffy Cloud

Size	Dimensions	Price
Twin	39″ x 75″	$1949.00
Twin XL	38″ x 80″	$2099.00
Full	54” x 75”	$2249.00
Queen	60″ x 80″	$2399.00
King	76″ x 80″	$2599.00
California King	72″ x 84″	$2599.00

Puffy Lux Hybrid

Size	Dimensions	Price
Twin	39″ x 75″	$2249.00
Twin XL	38″ x 80″	$2399.00
Full	54” x 75”	$2649.00
Queen	60″ x 80″	$2849.00
King	76″ x 80″	$3049.00
California King	72″ x 84″	$3049.00

Puffy Royal Hybrid

Size	Dimensions	Price
Twin	39″ x 75″	$2599.00
Twin XL	38″ x 80″	$2799.00
Full	54” x 75”	$3499.00
Queen	60″ x 80″	$3749.00
King	76″ x 80″	$4049.00
California King	72″ x 84″	$4049.00

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Puffy Cloud Mattress

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Mattress Clarity Score

3.90 / 5.0

Puffy Lux Hybrid Mattress

The Puffy Lux Hybrid is a luxurious mattress that provides great pressure relief, especially for side sleepers.

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Mattress Clarity Score

4.00 / 5.0

Puffy Royal Hybrid Mattress

The Puffy Royal is a high-end hybrid mattress that should be a great choice for hot and side sleepers.

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Mattress Clarity Score

3.90 / 5.0

Puffy Mattress Performance

Still deciding which should be your new mattress? Maybe the performance differences between these three mattresses can help you choose.

Sleeping Hot or Cold

Since the Puffy Cloud is all-foam, it won’t be as breathable as its hybrid counterparts. However, it does have gel infusions in the cover and comfort layers to help with airflow.

Because the Puffy Lux Hybrid includes so much memory foam in its construction, it could trap some heat. However, it does have gel infusions in multiple of its comfort layers and a support layer of coils which will help with temperature regulation. Unless someone is an extremely hot sleeper, this mattress should sleep cool.

The Puffy Royal Hybrid mattress will sleep about as cool as the Puffy Lux Hybrid. Thanks to its softer feel, gel infusions, and coils, most sleepers should find this mattress to be cool and breathable.

Motion Transfer

When it comes to motion transfer, the Puffy Cloud, the Puffy Lux Hybrid, and Puffy Royal Hybrid are equally matched. They are all good at motion isolation because of top memory foam layers. Any of these mattresses should be a great fit for couples who don’t want to wake each other up if one partner tosses and turns during the night.

Edge Support

The Puffy Cloud has some decent edge support. It provides enough support for the majority of sleepers, but it’s not the best of the three.

When it comes to edge support, the Puffy Lux Hybrid mattress wins out. Most sleepers should feel supported when sleeping or sitting near the edge of this bed.

The Puffy Royal Hybrid mattress also has good edge support. If you bend down to tie your shoe on the edge of the Puffy Royal Hybrid, you might feel it give a bit. However, when lying near the edge, you should feel supported.

Durability

All three are extremely durable mattresses. However due to its high end design, the Puffy Royal Hybrid will be more durable than the Puffy Lux Hybrid.

Off-Gassing

As a bed in a box, any Puffy mattress will off-gas, or omit an odor after first being opened. However, the smell will dissipate within 24 hours. All materials are certipur-US, meaning they’re made with ozone depleters or other harmful materials.

Noise

Because of their coils, the Puffy Lux hybrid and Puffy Royal hybrid might start to squeak over time, but we didn’t notice any noise from any of these mattresses. All three of these mattresses are quiet and should not make noise as you move around.

Sex

Out of these three, the Puffy Cloud mattress is the bounciest and does not let us sink in so far; sexual partners should be able to move around on the mattress without feeling trapped.

Since the Puffy Lux Hybrid is a slower-moving mattress, couples might find it more difficult to move around on it. Couples who want the best mattress for sex should look for something that is more bouncy and responsive.

While the Puffy Royal Hybrid also isn’t the easiest to move around on, it is bouncier than the Puffy Lux Hybrid. Between these two mattresses, couples should find the Puffy Royal Hybrid to be bouncier and more responsive.

Company Policies

While these mattresses have the same warranties, sleep trials, and return policies, they are still important to consider before purchasing.

Warranty Info

The Puffy Cloud, Puffy Lux Hybrid, and Puffy Royal Hybrid come with an impressive lifetime warranty.

Sleep Trial

You can test out all three mattresses in the comfort of your own home during Puffy’s 101-night sleep trial period.

Return Policy

If you discover a Puffy mattress isn’t for you within the 101 night sleep trial, Puffy will offer a full refund. They will even schedule a return and donate the mattress to charity.

FAQs

Check out the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about the Puffy Cloud, Puffy Lux, and the Puffy Royal.