# Sealy Posturepedic Plus vs TEMPUR-Supreme Hybrid: Firmness, Price, and Construction Compared

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Same feel and similar price — the TEMPUR-Supreme Hybrid's denser foams give it the durability edge.

## Full spec table

| Spec | Sealy Posturepedic Plus | TEMPUR-Supreme Hybrid |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Type | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Firmness | 6/10 | 6/10 |
| Height | 13" | 11" |
| Queen price | $1,999 | $1,999 |
| Price range (all sizes) | $1,099–$2,099 | $1,999 |
| Foam densities (lb/ft³, top → bottom) | 2.4 / 1.2 / 1.4 / 1.1 | 2.3 / 3.3 / 1.7 |
| Coil gauge | 15 | 17.5 |
| Coil count (queen) | — | — |
| Cooling | 6/10 | 7/10 |
| Motion isolation | 6/10 | 6/10 |
| Edge support | 7/10 | 6/10 |
| Pressure relief | 8/10 | 6/10 |
| Support | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Natural materials | 4/10 | 2/10 |
| Notable features | Targeted Posturepedic zoned support, Response Pro coil system, SealyCool gel foam, Reinforced DuraFlex edges | Costco-exclusive TEMPUR hybrid, Adaptive memory foam comfort, Pocketed coil support core, Medium-firm feel |
| Spec source | NapLab | NapLab |

## Key differences

- The TEMPUR-Supreme Hybrid uses denser foam (lowest layer 1.7 vs 1.1 lb/ft³) — density is the best single predictor of how long foam lasts before it sags.
- The Sealy Posturepedic Plus runs thicker support coils (15-gauge vs 17.5-gauge — lower gauge means thicker, firmer wire).

## Who each mattress is for

**Sealy Posturepedic Plus:** The Sealy Posturepedic Plus has a medium feel that works for many side and back sleepers, and for combination sleepers who switch positions. Strengths: Excellent pressure relief at the shoulders and hips; Strong, even support that keeps the spine aligned.

**TEMPUR-Supreme Hybrid:** The TEMPUR-Supreme Hybrid has a medium feel that works for many side and back sleepers, and for combination sleepers who switch positions.

## FAQ

### Which is firmer, the Sealy Posturepedic Plus or the TEMPUR-Supreme Hybrid?

They rate the same: both are a 6/10 on the firmness scale, a medium feel that works for many side and back sleepers, and for combination sleepers who switch positions.

### Which is cheaper, the Sealy Posturepedic Plus or the TEMPUR-Supreme Hybrid?

They cost the same in a queen: $1,999 as of 2026-09-04.

### What is the main construction difference between the Sealy Posturepedic Plus and the TEMPUR-Supreme Hybrid?

Both are hybrid builds, but the TEMPUR-Supreme Hybrid uses meaningfully denser foam, which generally predicts better durability. Full per-layer densities are in the table above.

## More

- [Sealy Posturepedic Plus — full specs](https://squishmat.com/mattresses/sealy-posturepedic-plus)
- [TEMPUR-Supreme Hybrid — full specs](https://squishmat.com/mattresses/tempur-supreme-hybrid)
- [Comparison matrix: every mattress we track](https://squishmat.com/compare)

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