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This Startup Won't Sleep Until it Revolutionizes the Mattress Industry

Casper is putting bad customer experiences and outdated models and materials to rest.
Contour, bounce and easy delivery: the Casper mattress.

Goldilocks had it easy—she had to test only three beds and found one that was just right. Real-world mattress shopping is a far more daunting proposition. According to a 2014 survey by the Better Sleep Council, consumers are confused about when to replace a mattress and how much to spend, and they’re flummoxed by the multitude of product options and the awkwardness of trying out beds in public.

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