Many brands sell high-quality mattresses today in the market. If you have ever shopped for mattresses, you would have come across the two most recognizable, well-known, and trusted brands: Sealy PosturePedic and Tempur-Pedic.
Some of you might not know that both brands fall under the same manufacturer, Tempur-Sealy International, Inc. Both mattresses are high in quality but differ in make and construction.
Let's look at the difference between a PosturePedic and a Tempur-Pedic mattress and their various health benefits on a person's lifestyle.
Sealy PosturePedic
As the name suggests, a Sealy PosturePedic mattress is intended to improve the posture of a person while sleeping. This mattress is made from foam and pocket coil springs to support the spine during sleep. There are also other hybrid options with coil springs and gel-infused foams available.
Backed by 130 years of rich experience in providing sound sleep, Sealy is known to be an affordable option for discerning sleepers.
The primary aim of PosturePedic is to provide targeted support to a person while sleeping. Many PosturePedic mattresses are concentrated in the center to offer optimum support to the hips, lower back, and waist. The spine is well-aligned and supported in almost all sleep positions on a PosturePedic.
When should you consider a Sealy PosturePedic?
If you want a mattress made of high-quality materials, there is no better mattress than a Sealy PosturePedic. These mattresses don't sag or sink and will last you a long time.
Irrespective of what sleeper you are, you will find a mattress for your body under Sealy. If you are a back or side sleeper, Sealy PosturePedic may be the right choice for you.
In comparison to a Tempur-Pedic, a Sealy PosturePedic is way more affordable.
Consider a Sealy PosturePedic:
- When you are looking for affordable mattress options
- If you are looking for edge support
Sealy PosturePedic Plus High Point Firm Mattress 14"
Our top pick under Sealy PosturePedic is Sealy PosturePedic Plus High Point Firm Mattress 14". This mattress offers excellent sleep with targeted relief where you need it the most, your back and core.
This Sealy PosturePedic Hybrid mattress features Surface Guard and SealyChill Cover, A 1090 Response Pro Zoned HD Encased Coil System, DuraFlex Pro edge system, and numerous comfort layers including layers of ComfortSense Premium Memory Foam Sealysupport gel foam.
Type: Hybrid
Firmness level: Firm
Height: 14”
Warranty:10 years
Cover: Polyester, Polyethylene, Elastic
Comfort Layers: ComfortSense Premium Memory Foam with SealyChill, ComfortSense Premium Memory Foam, SealyCool Gel Foam, SealySupport Gel Foam
Support Syste: 1090 Response Pro Zoned HD Encased Coil, Dura Flex Pro Edge System
Cooling technology: Yes
Motion isolation: Yes
Suitable for Adjustable base: Yes
Edge support: Yes
Tempur-Pedic
A Tempur-Pedic mattress is made of layers of memory foam initially designed for NASA. The memory foam in Tempur-Pedic mattresses is the pioneer with a reputation for starting the memory foam movement.
Tempur-Pedic mattresses use the TEMPUR material with extraordinary features like ultimate pressure relieving and body conforming properties.
The memory foam in Tempur-Pedic mattresses is highly adaptive and conforms to the precise shape of a person's body. These mattresses offer state-of-the-art pressure relief along with body contouring.
The solid base keeps the body in shape and offers excellent stability. These mattresses also do not sink or sag.
If you are back, stomach, or a combination sleeper, Tempur-Pedic may be the right choice. Also ideal for couples, this mattress provides motion isolation, which means that any movement is absorbed, resulting in no disturbance. The material used in the mattress cuddles you to sleep, and you will soon find yourself settling in quickly.
When should you consider a Tempur-Pedic?
Like Sealy, Tempur-Pedic is known for its superior-quality foam with excellent features. The brand offers a wide variety of mattresses that you can choose from irrespective of your sleep preferences.
Consider a Tempur-Pedic:
- If couples are looking for undisturbed sleep. The motion isolation feature is excellent.
- People who want support and comfort
TEMPUR-LuxeAdapt Firm Mattress 13"
Our top pick under Tempur-Pedic is the TEMPUR-LuxeAdapt Firm Mattress 13" offering the ultimate TEMPUR experience. It has maximum pressure-relieving power, superior motion cancellation, and one-of-a-kind cooling technology. This mattress intuitively adapts to the body in ultra-conforming comfort.
Experience total relaxation from the moment you lie down to the moment you rise.
Type: Memory Foam
Firmness level: Firm
Height: 13”
Warranty: 10 years
Cover: Smartclimate Dual zip-off cover system
Comfort Layers: Original TEMPUR comfort layer
Support System: TEMPUR-APR+ Support layer
Cooling technology: Yes
Motion isolation: Yes
Suitable for Adjustable base: Yes
If you must know the difference in a one-shot, Sealy PosturePedic vs. Tempur-Pedic.
Differences
Construction: Options available in hybrid, foam, and innerspring coils
Make: Designed based on input from orthopedic specialists
Feel: It gives that weightless feeling
Best for: Side and back sleepers
Firmness level: Range from ultra-plush to ultra-firm
Size: Available in twin, twin long, full, queen, king, and California king sizes.
Price: Affordable. Less expensive than Tempur-Pedic
Similarities
Sleep Trial: 120-night guarantee only at Mancini’s Sleepworld
Edge support: Yes
Range of firmness: Medium to firm
Breathability: Yes
Cooling: Yes
*Sleep Trial of 120-night on Sealy PosturePedic and Tempur-Pedic is only available at Mancini's Sleepworld
Which one should you choose?
Sleep position and firmness level can determine which mattress to go for. Both brands offer a long and positive history of providing great sleep.
A Sealy PosturePedic can ease back and leg pain by offering unmatched support and a Tempur-Pedic can conform to your body’s shape which will help improve blood circulation thereby increasing comfort.
If a Tempur-Pedic is an expensive choice, a PosturePedic is an excellent alternative to it. If you are still unsure, step-in to your nearest Mancini’s Sleepworld and try out these two great mattresses. Plus, our sleep consultants will help you pick the right one.