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The Economics of Everyday Things

55. Direct-to-Consumer Mattresses

Jul 8, 2024
Derek Hales and Joe Megibow discuss the challenges of direct-to-consumer mattresses, revolutionizing the industry with online sales. They talk about the importance of marketing, navigating the mattress review industry, and the lack of brand loyalty in the mattress industry.
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  • Direct-to-consumer mattress brands offer transparent online purchasing experiences, cutting out traditional middlemen.
  • Mattress review websites play a significant role in guiding consumers towards their mattress purchases.

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The Rise of Direct-to-Consumer Mattresses

Direct-to-consumer mattress brands like Casper and Lisa have revolutionized the way people buy mattresses. These brands offer transparent and convenient online purchasing experiences, cutting out the traditional middlemen. Customers have a wide selection of mattresses to choose from, ranging in price from $150 to hundreds of thousands of dollars. With the rise of these brands, consumers now have more options and price ranges available when shopping for a new mattress.

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