Yawnder Reviews · Legacy review restored September 2026
Archived hands-on testing
The Cloud Elite is discontinued, but the original Yawnder review contained a real teardown, bowling-ball sinkage, firmness testing, motion-transfer data and heat observations. For current options, see the Tempur-Pedic model hub and current TEMPUR-Cloud guide. These are newer alternatives, not direct equivalents.
Soft Tempur feel
The Cloud Elite was one of the softer Tempur-Pedic mattresses of its era. It used a very slow-recovering upper TEMPUR layer that produced a pronounced hug and strong pressure relief.
Four-layer foam construction
The reviewed mattress used multiple comfort/support foam layers, producing a more gradual transition than many three-layer boxed foam mattresses.
Sinkage and firmness
Our 14-pound bowling ball compressed the surface substantially, consistent with the model’s plush positioning. Yawnder also documented the feel with its firmness-testing setup.
Motion transfer
Motion isolation was excellent. The dense slow-response foam absorbed movement across the surface, which was one of the Cloud Elite’s clearest strengths.
Heat and cover
We expected more heat retention than we observed. The removable cover and cool-to-touch inner material appeared to help at the surface, though this remains an observation about that specific model.
These videos show the earlier TEMPUR-Cloud Elite and a related TEMPUR foam demonstration. The exact model in the foam-only clip is not confirmed.
Original TEMPUR-Cloud Elite review
TEMPUR-Cloud Elite bounce demonstration
TEMPUR foam response demonstration
Current-shopping note
The Cloud Elite is discontinued. This page is preserved as a historical Tempur-Pedic review and should not be confused with today’s TEMPUR-Cloud products.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the old Cloud Elite the same as today’s TEMPUR-Cloud?
No. The older Elite review and the current TEMPUR-Cloud describe different product generations. Compare the specific construction and feel.
Does the bowling-ball test predict my comfort?
No. It illustrates compression under one weight; body size, sleeping position and preference change the experience.
What is the current direct-purchase trial?
Tempur-Pedic describes a 90-night trial for eligible direct mattress purchases. Confirm the current conditions and any charges before ordering.
Compare this mattress against 142 tested mattresses
Sort all 142 mattresses we have tested by pressure relief, support, cooling, motion isolation, edge support, price, trial and warranty, then filter by how you actually sleep. Of those, 84 hold a complete standardized record and 41 a partial standardized record.