Feels strange at first, but very effective at relieving pain from pressure points.
Judging from the jelly-like consistency of the material, I was anticipating a more plush feel when I first planted my derrière on the Royal Purple cushion, yet it felt paradoxically firm. But after a few minutes, I realized my sit-bones were not sending pain messages to my brain, which is the main reason I purchased the product. I have a lot of issues with my lower back / tailbone and hips, and I sit at a computer for the greater portion of every day. The design of the material provides an overall firm feel, but allows all the problem points on my bottom to sink in just enough. The Royal model is fairly heavy, but the cover with handle allows me to easily carry it. The gel material itself does have quite a strong plastic smell, but once inside the cover, it's not much of an issue. If you are looking for pressure point relief, rather than just a cushy for your tushy, this model performs quite well.
Rating: 4 stars