Hi, I never used a Tempur BED but Tempur Pillows. Tempur is a new kind of foam that has a unique property. It moulds to the body part on it, thus exerting equal pressure on it. I think its an excellent investment for bed bound people so as to reduce the incidence of bed sores... etc. However personally, its a bit of a waste of money to use on healthy people who would not get much benefit from it. None the less,if you've got the cash why not. Tempur.. three thumbs up!