If you’ve been on the hunt for a new mattress, then there’s a good chance you’ve heard the name Beautyrest. The mattress giant has been around for nearly 100 years, making it part of one of the oldest mattress companies (Simmons).
With decades spent perfecting their process, it’s no surprise that Beautyrest is an expert in producing quality mattresses. Recently updated, the Beautyrest Black has some unique features, like its BlackICE™ 4.0 system for cooling and T3 Pocketed Coil® Technology.
How do these features perform in real-time, though? In this Beautyrest Black mattress review, we’ll reveal our experience with the bed as well as what kinds of sleepers will like this mattress, its support, and its firmness. While the Beautyrest Black comes in a variety of firmness and construction options, we’ll focus on the L-Class Firm in this review.
Beautyrest Black Mattress
An extra supportive luxury hybrid, Beautyrest Black is a killer choice, especially for back and stomach sleepers.
Material
Hybrid
Trial Period
100 nights
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Firmness
Firm: 7.5/10
Warranty
10-year limited warranty
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight and heavyweight back sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Beautyrest Black Mattress
An extra supportive luxury hybrid, Beautyrest Black is a killer choice, especially for back and stomach sleepers.
Material
Hybrid
Warranty
10-year limited warranty
Firmness
Firm: 7.5/10
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Trial Period
100 nights
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight and heavyweight back sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Beautyrest Black Mattress
An extra supportive luxury hybrid, Beautyrest Black is a killer choice, especially for back and stomach sleepers.
Material
Hybrid
Firmness
Firm: 7.5/10
Trial Period
100 nights
Warranty
10-year limited warranty
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight and heavyweight back sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Who We Recommend The Beautyrest Black For:
- Stomach and back sleepers – This mattress is on the firm side so stomach and back sleepers should find comfortable spine alignment and avoid sinkage in the core – a particular benefit for those looking to curb any pain.
- Fans of a classic innerspring mattress feel – This hybrid mattress gives you the sensation of sleeping more ‘on’ the bed. Additionally, the pocketed coil system gives the bed a little bounce, so repositioning should be effortless.
- Hot sleepers – No more nights waking up in a sweat — using a combination of proprietary BlackICE™ 4.0 technology, heat-wicking materials like SilkAIR fiber, and springs, this bed is designed to stay cool all night long.
Who We Don’t Recommend The Beautyrest Black For:
- Budget shoppers – The Beautyrest Black is a luxury mattress, which is reflected in the price, so it may be more than you’re looking to pay if you’re after a budget mattress. Despite the higher price point, the quality of materials and brand reputation ensure an excellent investment.
- Lightweight people – Lightweight people who weigh under 130 pounds may find the Beautyrest Black too firm. The good news is the company offers a 100-night trial period, so you have plenty of time to test out this bed. Find the best mattresses for petite sleepers here.
First Impressions: Firmness & Feel
Firmness Scale: 7.5/10
We rate mattresses on a scale of one to ten, where one is the softest and ten is the firmest. The Beautyrest Black mattress is rated a 7.5 out of 10 on our firmness scale, so we’d say it feels medium- firm to firm, depending on your weight.
Heavier people should experience it as softer than lightweight people, who may find it slightly firmer. Thanks to the pocketed coil base and foam comfort layers, the Beautyrest Black has a classic innerspring mattress feel to it, i.e. you should feel well-supported while still cushioned up top. Its slightly firm feel should fit most people, but especially average-weight sleepers who rest on their back and stomach.
How Does It Feel?
The first thing you will feel is the soft, cool-to-the-touch cover. The foam layers underneath the cover allow for just enough sinkage for pressure relief.
If you want extra features like thicker memory foam or reinforced coil systems, Beautyrest has a couple of upgrades available. The C-Class upgrade adds a Self-Response™ Latex layer, and the K-Class upgrade combines features of the L-Class and C-Class with Nano coils for even greater support.
These upgrades should make the beds a bit softer, although still on the firm side, and even more cool for hot sleepers.
What We Like About the Beautyrest Black
- Reinforced edges – Hybrid mattresses usually do a good job of keeping the edges from collapsing if you sit or sleep in this area. However, the Beautyrest Black mattress goes the extra mile as it has a thick BeautyEdge® layer around the perimeter for some extra edge support.
- Cooling memory foam – This hybrid mattress promotes continuous airflow through the coil system to keep the entire construction cool and fresh. On top of that, it contains gel-infused memory foam that helps draw body heat away from the mattress surface.
- The 9.5-inch coil system – The Beautyrest Black mattress comes with a 9.5-inch T3 Pocketed Coil® system. The coils in this layer are taller than in most hybrids, which gives this bed more bounce, support, and some added height.
Our the Beautyrest Black Complaints
- Doesn’t hug your body – The Beautyrest Black mattress should make you feel like you’re sleeping “on” the bed instead of “in” it. While this works for some people, it may not be as comfortable for those looking for the hugging sensation that typically comes with a memory foam mattress.
- May be too firm for some – While this mattress offers plenty of support and pressure relief in some positions, others may find it too firm. Side sleepers, especially those who weigh under 130 pounds, may not get as much pressure relief due to the firmer feel.
Testing the Beautyrest Black Mattress: How it Performed
The Beautyrest Black mattress is a hybrid bed with a 9.5-inch coil system and five foam layers. We put this construction to the test by lying on the Beautyrest Black in various positions. This gave us better insight into how it performs.
Our first impressions were that the Beautyrest Black mattress is bouncy and responsive, so it should work well for people who switch positions at night in addition to those with mobility issues. The coil system also helps keep your body aligned while the foam layers allow a bit of pressure relief.
Sleeping Positions for Different Body Types
The Beautyrest Black mattress doesn’t have a weight limit, according to the manufacturer. However, this hybrid has 9.5-inch coils, so we believe it can support heavyweight sleepers. People who weigh over 230 should find sufficient support and pressure relief, although significantly heavier people may find the mattress softer than average-weight sleepers.
Side Sleepers
- Lightweight Sleepers – Lightweight side sleepers may not get enough sinkage in the shoulder and hip areas. As a result, some may experience pressure build-up because they don’t weigh enough to activate the upper layers.
- Average-weight Sleepers – Average-weight side sleepers should get a good balance of pressure relief and support, especially if they weigh closer to 200 pounds.
- Heavyweight Sleepers – Heavy sleepers sink just enough into the first foam layer, which gives them enough pressure relief while the coils keep the body aligned.
Back Sleepers
- Lightweight Sleepers – Lightweight sleepers who like sleeping on top of a mattress should like how the Beautyrest Black feels. You should experience a healthy sleep posture, but you may not get any sinkage and pressure relief in the lower back area.
- Average-weight Sleepers – Average-weight sleepers should sink more into the upper layers, so they should experience better pressure relief without sacrificing support.
- Heavyweight Sleepers – Heavyweight back sleepers may experience this mattress as slightly softer, but they should still get enough support for proper body alignment. On top of that, they should sink into the mattress more which results in deeper pressure relief.
Stomach Sleepers
- Lightweight Sleepers – Lightweight stomach sleepers might find this bed too firm, which can create pressure points in the shoulder and hip area.
- Average-weight Sleepers – Average-weight stomach sleepers should get sufficient support to prevent the hips from sinking in too deeply while the foam layers up top cushion the chest and shoulders.
- Heavyweight Sleepers – Most heavyweight stomach sleepers should find adequate support in this mattress, although those who weigh closer to 300 pounds may find this bed softer and less supportive.
Pressure Relief & Pain
On the Beautyrest Black, most sleepers should find a decent amount of pressure relief to get the job done through the upper gel foam layer. However, those that need a bit of extra comfort should consider adding the C-Class or K-Class upgrade. This adds additional foam materials to cushion those pressure points.
Back Pain – People with back pain should like how the Beautyrest Black mattress keeps their spine aligned. The coils provide enough pushback for proper spine alignment, while the plush foam layer allows just enough contouring around the lower back, which should help with pain relief.
Hip Pain – People with hip pain should try to sleep on their back to take the pressure off the hips. The Beautyrest Black mattress might be too firm for some sleepers to adequately relieve pressure in this area as it doesn’t allow enough sinkage, especially if you’re a side sleeper. Find the best mattresses for hip pain here.
Shoulder Pain – Sleepers with shoulder pain should try sleeping on their back. The Beautyrest Black mattress should provide sufficient support for the entire back while contouring the shoulders a bit to help relieve tension.
Support
Good support helps keep your spine aligned in a neutral position, meaning that backaches should be a thing of the past. Since the Beautyrest Black is on the firmer side and contains tall, pocketed coils, it’s able to provide exceptional support. This is ideal for back and stomach sleepers, as they won’t sink in too deeply which can lead to spine misalignment.
This bed also has quite a bit of bounce — a plus for those who love a traditional innerspring mattress feel.
Motion Transfer
Although this hybrid is bouncy and responsive, it has multiple foam layers that rest on top of the coil unit. As a result, it allows minimal motion transfer and should be a good option for couples. Partners with different sleeping habits should sleep well because the foams absorb motion and don’t allow it to transfer from one side to the other. This should also help anyone else who shares their bed with kids or pets.
Temperature Regulation / Cooling
Hot sleepers should like the Beautyrest Black mattress as it’s naturally cooling thanks to the 9.5-inch coil unit. The T3 Pocketed Coil® Technology allows plenty of airflow to keep the construction cool at all times. On top of that, this bed also has gel infused into the memory foam transition layer. The gel absorbs your body heat and helps dissipate it so that the bed doesn’t overheat. Finally, Beautyrest’s proprietary BlackICE™ 4.0 technology includes moisture-wicking and cooling materials to ensure the mattress stays cool throughout the night.
Performance for Couples
Couples looking for a bouncy and responsive bed should like the Beautyrest Black mattress. This bed has a slightly firm feel but enough bounce to make it easy to move around. On top of that, the bounce should also be a plus for many sexually-active couples. This mattress also has excellent motion isolation, cooling, and reinforced edges, which allows couples to use the entire surface of the mattress. All in all, the Beautyrest Black delivers in all of the key categories making it a great mattress for couples.
Beautyrest Black Mattress
An extra supportive luxury hybrid, Beautyrest Black is a killer choice, especially for back and stomach sleepers.
Material
Hybrid
Trial Period
100 nights
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Firmness
Firm: 7.5/10
Warranty
10-year limited warranty
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight and heavyweight back sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Beautyrest Black Mattress
An extra supportive luxury hybrid, Beautyrest Black is a killer choice, especially for back and stomach sleepers.
Material
Hybrid
Warranty
10-year limited warranty
Firmness
Firm: 7.5/10
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Trial Period
100 nights
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight and heavyweight back sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Beautyrest Black Mattress
An extra supportive luxury hybrid, Beautyrest Black is a killer choice, especially for back and stomach sleepers.
Material
Hybrid
Firmness
Firm: 7.5/10
Trial Period
100 nights
Warranty
10-year limited warranty
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight and heavyweight back sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Preference-based Features
Upgrade Options
The company offers a personalization option, where you can add extra cooling and comfort measures to your bed. These cost extra, but might be worth the price tag depending on your budget and comfort preferences.
Complimentary White Glove Delivery
With the Beautyrest Black, you don’t have to worry about dragging around a box and hoisting it onto your bed frame. This mattress comes with free white glove delivery, meaning that professionals do all the hard work for you, including removing your old mattress free of charge.
Adjustable Base Compatible
Use this bed on any foundation, including adjustable bed frames. You can find adjustable frames made specifically for the company’s products on its website.
Handcrafted in the USA
Construction: What’s Inside the Beautyrest Black?
The cover is designed to be cool-to-the-touch thanks to the BlackICE™️ and Plant-Based Cooling Technology. It also features HeiQ V-Block™, a technology used to eliminate harmful bacteria and prolong the life of your Beautyrest mattress. This bed is 13.75 inches in height and has a dark gray color that adds a luxurious aesthetic.
- Below the cover is a .75-inch layer of SurfaceTouch™️ gel-infused memory foam for cooling pressure relief. This cooling layer enhances the breathable effects of the cover for even greater comfort.
- The next layer contains .5 inches of firm comfort foam for added support.
- The transition layer features a half-inch of Beautyrest® Gel Memory Foam. Gel is often infused in memory foam material to help break up any heat retention throughout the bed.
- Beneath this layer lies 2 more inches of firm comfort foam.
- The middle layer uses 1.5 inches of transitional Energy Foam that is firmer than the top layers.
- The support layer is a 9.5-inch T3 Pocketed Coil® system. This is the foundation of the bed and gives it a good amount of bounce and airflow, while the pockets help isolate movement across the surface.
The whole mattress is surrounded by a thick, high-density BeautyEdge® foam layer around the perimeter which helps reinforce the edges. You can use any bed frame and foundation, including an adjustable base, if you want to customize the feel even more.
Unboxing & Off-Gassing
This mattress comes in a box, which means it’s easier to move from your door to the bedroom. However, you don’t have to worry about lugging this box around since the company offers complimentary white glove delivery.
However, because it contains foam materials, the Beautyrest Black mattress may have a slight odor when you first set it up. This is normal with mattresses made with foam, so don’t worry about the smell sticking around. In most cases, off-gassing odors dissipate within 24 hours.
Certifications
- Eco-Friendly Certifications – The foams in this bed are CertiPUR-US® certified. CertiPUR-US® is a third-party program that ensures the foams meet rigorous health and safety standards. This means they don’t contain harmful substances like ozone depleters, PBDEs, heavy metals, formaldehyde, and phthalates. They should also have low volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions.
Beautyrest Coupons, Trials, Warranties, and Shipping
- Shipping – Shipping is free in the contiguous USA.
- White Glove Delivery – Each mattress comes with complimentary white glove delivery in the contiguous U.S.
- Trial – Try out this product risk-free for 100 nights in your home.
- Warranty – Your purchase is covered under the company’s 10-year limited warranty.
- Return Policy – Returns are free at any point during the trial period, which means you don’t have to wait for 30 days to pass, as is the case with most mattress companies.
Beautyrest Black Sizes & Prices
Size | Dimensions (inches) | Price (w/o discount) |
Twin XL | 40” x 81” x 13” | $2,249 |
Full | 55” x 76” x 13” | $2,529 |
Queen | 61” x 81” x 13” | $2,699 |
King | 78” x 81” x 13” | $3,299 |
Cali King | 73” x 85” x 13” | $3,299 |
Beautyrest Black FAQs
How long does the Beautyrest Black mattress last?
Considering the Beautyrest Black is made with a reinforced coil system and five additional foam layers, it should last at least ten years with proper care. In other words, you should get ten years of good use as long as you refrain from jumping on the bed, rotate it occasionally, and place it on a secure foundation.
Is the Beautyrest Black good for back pain?
The Beautyrest Black mattress is an excellent choice for back pain, but only if it fits your preferred sleeping position and body weight. Especially suited for average-weight stomach and back sleepers, the foam layers allow a bit of contouring that should help alleviate tension in the back area. The coil unit ensures your body is aligned, which should also help relieve back pain.
Can you flip the Beautyrest Black mattress?
The Beautyrest Black mattress doesn’t have a flippable design, which means you should never flip it. The bed contains several foam comfort layers above the coils, so flipping it would bring the coils to the topmost layers, which would likely be uncomfortable in all sleeping positions.
Beautyrest Black vs. Other Brands
Beautyrest Black vs. DreamCloud Premier
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Who We Recommend the Beautyrest Black For
- Back and stomach sleepers
- Couples
- Hot sleepers
Who We Recommend the DreamCloud Premier For
- Lightweight people
- Those who prefer a longer sleep trial
- Side sleepers
Read our DreamCloud Premier mattress review to learn more.
Beautyrest Black vs. Brooklyn Bedding Sedona Elite
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Who We Recommend the Beautyrest Black For
- People looking for firm support
- Couples
- Luxury shoppers
Who We Recommend the Sedona Elite For
- People looking for affordable luxury
- Sleepers with hip pain
- Side sleepers
Learn more from our Brooklyn Bedding Sedona Elite review.
Beautyrest Black vs. Other Beautyrest Models
Beautyrest Black vs. Beautyrest Black Hybrid
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Who We Recommend the Beautyrest Black For
- People with mobility issues
- Combination sleepers
- Couples
Who We Recommend the Beautyrest Black Hybrid For
- Those with pressure build-up
- Back sleepers
- Hot sleepers
Beautyrest Black vs. Beautyrest Harmony
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Who We Recommend the Beautyrest Black For
- Average-weight back sleepers
- Those who toss and turn
- People who sleep hot
Who We Recommend the Beautyrest Harmony For
- Side sleepers
- People with hip pain
- Eco-friendly shoppers
Overall Summary
Despite its high price point, the Beautyrest Black lives up to the renowned Beautyrest name. It uses premium materials that provides not only a luxury sleep experience, but also extra support, cooling, and responsiveness.
Side Sleepers
3/5
Side sleepers who are more lightweight may find this bed a bit too firm to cushion and comfort pressure points on the hips and shoulders. The C-Class upgrade might be a great option for side sleepers who like a firmer feel but still want pressure relief.
Back Sleepers
5/5
Most back sleepers should feel well-supported and comfortable on the Beautyrest Black mattress. Many back sleepers like firmer surfaces because they often straighten the spine well. Those that want it a bit softer should consider adding the C-Class Upgrade.
Stomach Sleepers
4/5
Exclusive stomach sleepers should love the firmer, more supportive feel that reduces sinkage in the hips for spine alignment, which stomach sleepers tend to struggle with. However, sleepers under 120 pounds may consider the C-Class Upgrade for more cushioning.
Combination Sleepers
4/5
If you’re a combination sleeper and like to move around at night, this bed’s high bounce and minimal sinkage should work well for you. Some may find the bed uncomfortable when lying on their side, so those that mainly sleep on their backs or stomachs might like this bed the most.
Couples
4/5
If both partners enjoy a slightly firmer bed, Beautyrest Black might be the right choice. The edge support allows for more use of the surface area, and the high bounce is ideal for sex. Plus, there is minimal motion transfer, so you shouldn’t feel your partner moving around too much throughout the night.
Heavy Sleepers
4/5
The firmer feel of this bed should work well for heavier folks. The reinforced perimeter and coil system should discourage any sagging or pits that can form. The Beautyrest Black also has excellent support, which is a must-have for heavier sleepers.
Lightweight Sleepers
3/5
The Beautyrest Black may not be suitable for many petite sleepers, especially those that sleep on their sides. While there are plenty of foam comfort layers up top, the bed’s firmer feel may not allow enough sinkage for these sleepers. Those that prefer a firmer surface might find the Beautyrest Black comfortable, however.
Average Weight Sleepers
5/5
Average-weight sleepers who like sleeping “on” the mattress instead of “in” it should like the Beautyrest Black. The coils ensure proper spine alignment in all sleeping positions, making sure you don’t feel trapped in the upper foam layers.
Overall Value
4/5
With two upgrade options, you have the chance to personalize your sleeping experience and add some features that other brands don’t offer. If you want a bed from a brand that you can trust that’s supportive and cooling, this just might be the mattress for you. Add to that the long-lasting trial, warranty, and free white glove delivery, and you’ll see why the company has been around for so long.
Our Verdict
Simmons is an experienced company that knows its customers. The Beautyrest Black is proof of this company’s mattress expertise, and its premium design may prove to be a worthy investment for many.
After testing the Beautyrest Black mattress, we think it’s a great match for average-weight sleepers, regardless of their preferred sleeping positions. Back and stomach sleepers, as well as hot sleepers and couples, should also enjoy the supportive, cooling properties.
However, despite its many foam layers, lightweight sleepers may want a more plush mattress for deeper pressure relief.
Beautyrest Black Mattress
An extra supportive luxury hybrid, Beautyrest Black is a killer choice, especially for back and stomach sleepers.
Material
Hybrid
Trial Period
100 nights
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Firmness
Firm: 7.5/10
Warranty
10-year limited warranty
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight and heavyweight back sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Beautyrest Black Mattress
An extra supportive luxury hybrid, Beautyrest Black is a killer choice, especially for back and stomach sleepers.
Material
Hybrid
Warranty
10-year limited warranty
Firmness
Firm: 7.5/10
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Trial Period
100 nights
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight and heavyweight back sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Beautyrest Black Mattress
An extra supportive luxury hybrid, Beautyrest Black is a killer choice, especially for back and stomach sleepers.
Material
Hybrid
Firmness
Firm: 7.5/10
Trial Period
100 nights
Warranty
10-year limited warranty
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight and heavyweight back sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Olivera Jancikin
Content Writer
About Author
Olivera is a content writer for Sleep Advisor and is enthusiastic about sleep. She firmly believes in the benefits of daytime naps on top of getting a full 8-hour sleep at night.
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