Tempur-Cloud Supreme vs Elite: Which Is Best for You?

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Joe Auer

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EDITOR’S NOTE: Hey, friend! You made it all this way and narrowed your options down to these two mattresses. Unfortunately, both the Tempur-Cloud Supreme and Elite mattresses are no longer available. But, keep calm! You can rest assured that the Tempur-Cloud Original would be a great option for you. Still want to know which mattress would have been best for you? Read on below to see what we had to say about them!

Tempur-Cloud Supreme vs. Elite Mattress Overview

The Tempur-Cloud Supreme and Cloud Elite are two models from Tempur-Pedic that have become very popular.  They are on the softer side and both have a lot in common, so naturally, people wonder why they should pick one over the other. While everyone is different, I’ll try to go over a few things people should consider if you are deciding between the two.

Key Similarities

  • Both are softer than the average mattress
  • Both feature the same TEMPUR-ES (extra soft) material in the comfort layer
  • Both have a slow-moving memory foam feel
  • Both are probably geared more towards side sleepers than back or stomach sleepers

Key Differences

  • The Cloud Elite mattress is softer than the Cloud Supreme mattress
  • The Cloud Supreme is $700 cheaper than the Cloud Elite
  • The Cloud Elite is one inch thicker overall
  • The Cloud Elite uses a thicker layer of the TEMPUR-ES material in the comfort layer

What I Found from Several Live Chat Sessions

I like to try to get some information if possible from the company itself through live chat, and I also did a live chat with Mattress Firm.  I was unable to get too much more information about the significant differences between the two mattresses. I was not able to get the exact thickness of each individual layer, and all I was able to get was that the Elite is more expensive, softer, and thicker.

Which Should People Pick?

  • People should pick the Cloud Supreme if they sleep in multiple positions throughout the night
  • People should pick the Cloud Elite if they are lighter in weight and just sleep on their side
  • People should pick the Cloud Supreme if they are on a budget
  • People should pick the Cloud Elite if they have the budget for it and want a very soft mattress
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TEMPUR-Cloud Mattress

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The Tempur-Cloud promises to provide the soft comfort consumers have come to expect from Tempur-Pedic mattresses, but for a more affordable price.
Clarity Score
3.6 /5
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Product Details
Material
Foam
Firmness
Medium-firm: 6.5/10
Sleep Trial
90 nights
Warranty
10-year warranty
Shipping
Free shipping
Price
$1699 – $3398

Our Recommendation
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Side Sleepers
This bed offers pressure relief at both the shoulders and hips, making it a great fit for side sleepers.
Back Sleepers
This bed’s strong support is ideal for back sleepers because it helps keep the spine neutrally aligned.
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Pain
This bed is a good match for anyone struggling with back pain, as it cushions the lumbar region and has enough support to keep the spine neutrally aligned.
Seniors
This bed is perfect for senior sleepers, as it provides them support and easy mobility.

Financing Options

Financing options are available for this mattress.

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Average Customer Rating
4.4 /5
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My Personal Opinion

These mattresses are very similar in the construction, feel, and firmness but, given that the Supreme is $700 less expensive, I personally think it provides a better value. If someone definitely knows they want a very soft mattress, then the Elite may be the way to go but, otherwise, I would probably recommend the Supreme to most people. See our article on finding the best Tempurpedic mattress.

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Joe Auer

Joe Auer

Founder/Managing Editor

About Author

Joe is the founder of Mattress Clarity and has been reviewing mattresses and other sleep products for more than five years. Joe knows a lot about mattresses, having tested more than 100 personally. Through his experience, he has developed a straightforward and practical approach to making mattress recommendations.

Joe does not believe there is one best mattress for everyone and that a more tailored approach is often the most helpful to mattress shoppers. He tries to make clear what types of sleepers a particular mattress would be good for. He also notes what considerations people should make when looking at a particular type of bed.

His extensive knowledge of mattresses, and the mattress industry, has garnered him some media attention. He’s been interviewed and featured in several online publications, including Inc.om, Business Insider, New York Magazine, Huffington Post, and Forbes.

Thanks to his expertise, Joe has tested countless approaches to improving his own sleep quality. He has two top sleep tips that he’s benefitted from personally. He limits his caffeine consumption to 100 mg a day and meditates for 15 minutes daily.

Joe has an undergraduate degree from Wake Forest University and an MBA from Columbia University, where he studied entrepreneurship.

When he isn’t reviewing mattresses, Joe loves to play classical piano, read fiction and non-fiction, and travel.