Side-by-side mattress testing · 144+ comparisons published
Updated May 2026
Category
GhostBed Luxe
DreamCloud Premier
Comfort
9/10
9.5/10
Support
8.7/10
9.7/10
Cooling
9.6/10
9.2/10
Edge Support
8.5/10
9.4/10
Motion Isolation
8.9/10
9.3/10
Durability
8.8/10
9.6/10
Value
8.6/10
9.8/10
Quick Specs Comparison
Spec
GhostBed Luxe
DreamCloud Premier
Price (Queen)
$1,295
$899
Type
Memory Foam
Luxury Hybrid
Firmness
5.5/10
6.5/10
Height
13 inches
14 inches
Trial
101 nights
365 nights
Warranty
25 years
Lifetime
Shipping
Free shipping
Free shipping & returns
Key Advantages
Why Choose GhostBed Luxe
- Industry-leading cooling technology
- Ghost Ice Fabric stays cold to touch
- 7 layers of premium materials
Why Choose DreamCloud Premier
- Outstanding pressure relief for all sleep positions
- Premium cashmere-blend quilted cover
- Excellent edge support for couples
Lab Verdict
GhostBed Luxe ran measurably cooler in our 60-minute body-heat test (3°F surface rise vs. 3.8°F on the DreamCloud Premier). Couples should note that the GhostBed Luxe dampened motion more aggressively (0.13g peak vs. 0.21g). The DreamCloud Premier relieved more shoulder pressure for side sleepers (31 mmHg vs. 33 mmHg). Perimeter compression was nearly identical — neither bed is the obvious pick on edge support alone. Combo sleepers will get more rebound from the GhostBed Luxe (59% bounce vs. 38%).
| Metric | GhostBed Luxe | DreamCloud Premier | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cooling (60-min Δ°F) | 3°F | 3.8°F | GhostBed Luxe |
| Motion isolation (g) | 0.13g | 0.21g | GhostBed Luxe |
| Edge sinkage | 1.8" | 2" | GhostBed Luxe |
| Shoulder pressure (mmHg) | 33 mmHg | 31 mmHg | DreamCloud Premier |
| Response time (s) | 0.5s | 0.5s | Tie |
| Off-gassing | 2 days | 2 days | Tie |
Median of 3 trials, 68°F climate-controlled lab. DH/KW / KW · scoring vv2.1.