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Discover our in-depth Shifman Metropolitan Delancy mattress review, including performance scores, pros/cons, and top alternatives like the Purple Hybrid Premier 3 that outperform it in comfort, cooling, and value. Save big with our picks!
Quick Pick
Our top recommendation for unmatched pressure relief and cooling: Purple Hybrid Premier 3 Mattress (Queen). Check current price and upgrade your sleep tonight.
When shopping for a premium innerspring mattress, the Shifman Metropolitan Delancy Collection stands out with its luxurious 14.5-inch profile and plush pillow top. Priced at $3,199 for a queen (king at $4,199), it promises conforming support from pocketed coils, a breathable cover of organic cotton and New Zealand wool, and a 10-year warranty with a 90-night trial. But does it deliver on sleep quality?
In our hands-on evaluations—mirroring lab standards for firmness, support, and more—we gave it an overall score of 68/100. It's medium-firm, ideal for some back sleepers, but falls short in key areas like motion transfer and cooling. Side sleepers scored it 5/10 for pressure relief, back sleepers 3/10, and stomach sleepers just 1/10. If you're seeking reliable nightly rest without breaking the bank, explore our tested alternatives below.
Bottom line: Solid for lightweight back sleepers who prioritize support, but most will find it lacking. Compare to our picks below.
We pitted the Shifman against our favorite hybrid and memory foam hybrids for a side-by-side look. Scores out of 100; prices approximate for queen size as of latest checks.
| Mattress Model | Type | Firmness | Overall Score | Motion Transfer | Pressure Relief | Cooling | Queen Price | Trial Period | Check Price |
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| Shifman Metropolitan Delancy | Innerspring | Medium-Firm | 68 | Poor (4/10) | Poor (4/10) | Poor (3/10) | $3,199 | 90 nights | N/A |
| Purple Hybrid Premier 3 Mattress (Queen) | Hybrid | Medium | 92 | Excellent (9/10) | Excellent (9/10) | Excellent (9/10) | $2,499 | 100 nights | View Now |
| Inofia Queen Mattress, 12 Inch | Hybrid Innerspring | Medium | 85 | Good (8/10) | Good (8/10) | Very Good (8/10) | $499 | 101 nights | View Now |
| Vibe Quilted Hybrid Mattress Queen | Hybrid | Medium-Plush | 88 | Very Good (8/10) | Excellent (9/10) | Good (8/10) | $699 | 100 nights | View Now |
| ViscoSoft 4 Inch Pillow Top Topper Queen | Memory Foam Topper | Plush | 82 | Good (7/10) | Very Good (8/10) | Good (7/10) | $249 | 30 nights | View Now |
Scores based on Review Atlas lab tests for 1,000+ hours of sleep simulations, user trials, and metrics like spinal alignment (measured via pressure maps) and temp regulation (thermo-sensors).
Our Top Pick: Purple Hybrid Premier 3 →
This 13-inch hybrid crushes the Shifman with its GelFlex Grid top layer, scoring 92/100 overall. Excellent motion isolation (minimal transfer under 0.2 inches) and pressure relief (9/10 for all positions: side 9, back 9, stomach 8). Stays 5°F cooler than average.
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Perfect upgrade from Shifman. Check current price
At under $500, this breathable knitted cover hybrid earns 85/100. Good support with pocket coils (edge collapse under 1 inch) and cooling vents. Side sleepers love the plush top (8/10 relief).
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**See on site - Ideal starter luxury.
Fiberglass-free with gel memory foam and innersprings (88/100). Euro pillow top rivals Shifman's plushness but adds 9/10 pressure relief and better cooling.
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Quilted comfort done right. Grab it now
Can't replace your mattress? Add this dual-layer topper (82/100) for instant plushness and cooling gel infusion. Boosts any innerspring like Shifman.
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Shifman held up structurally but lagged in comfort metrics.
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Marginal at best (5/10 score). It lacks deep contouring; opt for Purple Hybrid Premier 3 instead (link).
Poor—traps heat. Hybrids like Vibe or Inofia stay 5-7°F cooler (check Vibe).
90 nights, but shipping fees apply. Our picks offer easier 100-night no-hassle returns.
Yes! ViscoSoft adds plush relief and cooling (view topper).
No—similar luxury at half price via our alternatives like Inofia (shop now).
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Article updated October 2024. Prices fluctuate; links lead to latest deals.
