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GhostBed Flex vs GhostBed Elite Hybrid Mattress

The GhostBed Elite is the better pick for most shoppers. It has a 12-inch, 5-layer hybrid build with 2.5 inches of gel memory foam over a 6-inch Spirited Edge coil system, and it comes in two firmness options (medium and medium firm). The Flex is taller at 13 inches with 7 layers, a 1-inch cooling fiber layer in the cover, and a medium-luxury feel that hugs more. Owners of the Elite rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 880 ratings, and both carry GhostBed's 25-year warranty. Choose the Flex if you want a plusher, more contouring bed with a thicker profile.

  • Choose the GhostBed Flex if you want a plusher, more contouring medium-luxury feel and a thicker 13-inch hybrid with a cooling quilted cover.
  • Choose the GhostBed Elite if you want a balanced medium or medium-firm hybrid with more gel memory foam up top and a choice of firmness.

Prices

  • GhostBed Flex: $1,047.50 at Mattress Warehouse (checked today)
  • GhostBed Elite Hybrid Mattress: $574.00 at Sam's Club (last seen Nov 10)
  • Difference: the GhostBed Elite Hybrid Mattress is $473.50 cheaper than the GhostBed Flex at the latest prices (Nov 10 and Nov 11)
GhostBed
GhostBed Flex

GhostBed Flex

$1,047.50at Mattress WarehouseChecked 50 min ago
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Pros
  • Thicker 13-inch profile with 7 layers
  • Plush medium-luxury feel that contours the body
  • Tall 8.5-inch coil layer for bounce and edge support
  • Cooling fiber woven into the quilted cover
  • Made in the USA with a 25-year warranty
Cons
  • One firmness only, so stomach sleepers who want firm may find it soft
  • No published owner rating to compare against the Elite
  • Thicker build is heavier to move and rotate
GhostBed
GhostBed Elite

GhostBed Elite Hybrid Mattress

GhostBed Elite

4.4(880 ratings)
$574.00at Sam's ClubChecked Nov 10
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Pros
  • Choice of medium or medium firm
  • More gel memory foam at 2.5 inches for pressure relief
  • Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 880 owners
  • Moisture-wicking Ghost Ice cover
  • Works on adjustable bases, platform beds and solid foundations
Cons
  • Thinner 12-inch profile with fewer layers
  • 6-inch coil core gives less bounce than the Flex
  • Not marketed for kids

What separates them

GhostBed FlexGhostBed Elite Hybrid Mattress
Profile height13 inches12 inches
Layer count7 layers5 layers
Gel memory foam2 inches2.5 inches
Firmness optionsMedium onlyMedium and medium firm
Support core8.5-inch individually wrapped coils6-inch Spirited Edge coil system
FeelMedium-luxury, hugs and contoursBalanced medium, super-soft top
Cooling1-inch cooling fiber in the cover plus Ghost Ice quilted coverCool-to-touch, moisture-wicking Ghost Ice cover
Owner ratingsNo published rating count4.4 out of 5 from 880 ratings

Price history

$1,047.50$548.90
Nov 7Nov 11
  • GhostBed Flex: lowest $1,047.50 on Nov 11 at Sleep Outfitters.
  • GhostBed Elite Hybrid Mattress: lowest $548.90 on Nov 9 at Sam's Club; $574.00 on Nov 10.

Prices at every store

GhostBed Flex

  • Mattress WarehouseNew

    In stock

    $1,047.50Free shippingChecked 50 min ago
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  • Rock and Roll City Mattress CompanyNew

    In stock

    $1,297.00Free shippingChecked 50 min ago
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  • Sleep OutfittersNew

    In stock

    $1,047.50+ $300.00 shippingChecked 50 min ago
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  • Mission MattressNew

    Availability unknown

    $1,048.00Checked 50 min ago
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  • Rock and Roll City Mattress CompanyCheck price at Rock and Roll City Mattress Company
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GhostBed Elite Hybrid Mattress

  • Mission MattressNew

    In stock

    $1,099.00Checked Nov 10
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  • Mattress CentralNew

    In stock

    $1,499.00Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • Sam's ClubNew

    Availability unknown

    $574.00+ $170.45 shippingChecked Nov 10
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Specs compared

SpecGhostBed FlexGhostBed Elite Hybrid Mattress
Mattress height13"—
Comfort layers7 layers—
Cover cooling fiber1" cooling fiber woven into the cover—
Gel memory foam2" gel memory foam—
GhostBounce foam1" GhostBounce foam—
Support coils8-1/2" individually wrapped support coils—
Support foam1" support foam—
Comfort levelMedium—
Warranty25-year warranty—
Country of originUnited States—
Assembled length80.0 In.—
Assembled width60.0 In.—
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SpecGhostBed FlexGhostBed Elite Hybrid Mattress
Firmness Level—Medium, Medium Firm
Mattress Type—Hybrid
Type—Mattress
Length—80 in
Width—76" (King)
Core Material—Foam
Cover Material—Fabric, Cooling Fiber
Material—Gel
Foundation Type—Adjustable Base, Platform Bed, Solid foundation
Foundation Included

What reviewers say

GhostBed Elite Hybrid Mattress

  • 4.4 / 5880 ratings

Owners generally rate this mattress highly for its balance of support and cooling, though some find the firmness levels differ from their expectations. It maintains a strong reputation for durability backed by a long warranty.

What people mention
  • CoolingPraisedThe Ghost Ice cover and gel-infused foam are frequently cited for maintaining a comfortable temperature.
  • Edge SupportPraisedThe Spirited Edge coil system allows sleepers to use the full surface without feeling like they will roll off.
  • FirmnessMixedWhile many like the medium feel, some back sleepers find it lacks the rigidity of a traditional firm mattress.
Reviews
  • GhostBed Flex Hybrid Mattress Review | Reasons to Buy/NOT Buy (2024)

Questions and answers

Which is better for side sleepers?
The Elite, in medium. Its 2.5 inches of gel memory foam cushions shoulders and hips more than the Flex's 2 inches, and the softer top suits side sleeping.
Which is better for stomach sleepers?
The Elite in medium firm. Stomach sleepers need a flatter, firmer surface, and the Flex only comes in one medium-luxury feel that hugs more.
Which lasts longer?
Both carry the same 25-year warranty. The Flex has a taller 8.5-inch coil core, which can hold up well, but the Elite's 880 owner ratings at 4.4 out of 5 are the better durability signal.
Is the Flex worth stepping up to over the Elite?
Only if you want a thicker, plusher bed with more bounce. The Elite gives you a firmness choice and more gel foam for less contouring.
Do both work on an adjustable base?
Yes. Both are hybrids with individually wrapped coils, and the Elite is listed for adjustable bases, platform beds and solid foundations.
Which sleeps cooler?
They are close. Both use a cool-to-touch Ghost Ice cover, and the Flex adds a 1-inch cooling fiber layer woven into the cover.

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Coil Type—Individually wrapped coils
Construction Highlights—Quilted
Fill Material—Memory Foam
Fill Type—Gel Memory Foam
Fill Style—Plush, Medium Firm
Fill Weight—73 lbs (King)
Sleep Position—Stomach Sleeper, Back Sleeper, Combination Slee…
Specialty Style—Smooth Top
For Kids—No
For RV—Yes
Typical Users—Sleepers of all types, Adults, Couples