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Beautyrest Black Hybrid Mattress Review: Test Lab Ratings
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Price Range: $1,649 – $2,799
Mattress Type: Hybrid
Firmness Options: Medium (5), Medium Firm (6), Firm (7)
At a Glance
The Beautyrest Black Hybrid Series One is a luxury mattress line available in three firmness levels. Thanks to these options, virtually any sleeper should find at least one of these designs comfortable and supportive.
Ratings Summary
Motion Isolation7.5/10
Edge Support8/10
Temperature Control7/10
Ease of Movement7/10
Durability7/10
Pressure Relief7.5/10
Pros
- Available in three firmness levels
- Plush and Medium models isolate motion well, making them good for people who share a bed
- Firm design offers strong support for back and stomach sleepers
Cons
- The luxury prices are out of range for some budgets
- The Plush model can hold onto body heat
Table of Contents
Beautyrest is a popular and reputable brand from Serta Simmons Bedding. Originally launched by the Simmons Bedding Co. prior to its merger with Serta, the Beautyrest line has been around since the 1920s. Beautyrest’s current mattress offerings include a variety of hybrid and all-foam models.
The Beautyrest Black Hybrid Series One line consists of luxury models similar to the Beautyrest Black Mattresses, but with slightly different constructions and firmness options. The Beautyrest Other Black Hybrid lines include Series Two, Three, Three XCS, Four, and Four XCS, which offer additional features and more profile options.
We brought the Beautyrest Black Hybrid Series One mattresses into our Seattle Test Lab to see how well they perform. This review explores the results in detail, so you can identify whether a Beautyrest Black Hybrid might be the right mattress for you.
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Testing Team Takeaways
To test the Beautyrest Black Hybrid Series One Mattress, we had three people on our testing team each take the bed home with them for one week. Here are their initial observations.
Jeremy Klein
Senior Product Testing Manager
side sleeper
165 lbs.
nightly melatonin user
“I tested the Medium firmness Beautyrest Black Hybrid and liked it. This model provided a nice mix of comfort and support.”
Mary Fenton
Head of Product Content
combo sleeper
150 lbs.
sleeps with a noise machine
“As a combination sleeper, I find that many mattresses work well for me in one sleep position, but not others. The Beautyrest Black Hybrid in Firm felt comfortable no matter what sleep position I was in.”
Logan Foley
Editorial Director
side sleeper
140 lbs.
has too many dogs in bed
“The Series One Plush model felt very comfortable to me. It relieved pressure well and I enjoyed the slight ‘hug,’ though the surface did become a bit warm.”
Sleeping Style and Body Weight
Beautyrest Black Hybrid Series One – Plush
Sleeper Type
Side Sleepers
Back Sleepers
Stomach Sleepers
Beautyrest Black Hybrid Series One – Medium
Sleeper Type
Side Sleepers
Back Sleepers
Stomach Sleepers
Beautyrest Black Hybrid Series One – Firm
Sleeper Type
Side Sleepers
Back Sleepers
Stomach Sleepers
Side Sleepers
Virtually all side sleepers can find a Beautyrest Black Hybrid model that provides the combination of cushioning and support they need. Memory foam comfort layers allow the hips and shoulders to sink in, but not too deeply, so the spine remains aligned.
The ideal firmness level for side sleepers depends on body weight. The Plush model works well for those weighing up 230 pounds. Medium is the safest option, as it provides comfort to virtually all side sleepers, though those who weigh 130 to 230 pounds like it most. The Firm model is ideal for side sleepers over 230 pounds.
Back Sleepers
The Beautyrest Black Series One Medium and Firm models received above-average ratings from back sleepers across all body weights. These designs provide solid spinal support to alleviate pressure for back sleepers while preventing them from sinking too deeply into their mattress.
The Plush model can support back sleepers under 130 pounds, but isn’t ideal for those who weigh more than that. Lack of support can cause heavier back sleepers to develop pressure points.
Stomach Sleepers
Across the board, stomach sleepers rate the Firm model of the Beautyrest Black Hybrid the highest. This model provides the support that stomach sleepers often find lacking in other mattresses, so they can sleep freely without the midsection sinking into the bed and putting pressure on the back and neck.
Stomach sleepers under 130 pounds tend to like both the Plush and Medium models, while those between 130 and 230 also like the Medium, but not as much as the Firm.
Mattress Performance
In addition to the hands-on feedback from our team, we conduct a number of quantitative tests in our Test Lab. The below ratings are based on the experience of our testers.
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Beautyrest Black Hybrid Mattress Review Breakdown
The Beautyrest Black Hybrid Series One is available in three firmness options. On our firmness scale, the Plush model rates medium (5), the Medium model measures medium firm (6), and the Firm model rates firm (7). The Plush and Firm models have 12.5-inch profiles, while the Medium model has a 13-inch profile.
All three models feature a Sleep Climate cover made of polyester, which has been designed to promote breathability and stay cool.
Interested in learning more about what goes into building a good mattress?
Check out our guide on everything you need to know about mattress construction here.Each design contains three foam layers in the comfort system, but the material and order of these layers differ from bed to bed:
- The Plush model contains two Beautyrest gel memory foam layers above a polyfoam layer.
- The Medium model contains a polyfoam layer sitting between two gel memory foam layers.
- The Firm model contains two polyfoam layers above a memory foam layer.
Beneath the comfort system, all three models are the same. They feature Triple-Stranded Pocketed Coils, which are individually wrapped to reduce motion transfer. Beneath the coils, a final polyfoam layer helps keep everything in place.
Beautyrest Black Hybrid Series One Mattress – Plush
Firmness | Medium (5) |
|---|---|
Mattress Type | Hybrid |
Construction | Cover Material:Polyester Comfort Layer:
Memory foam (gel-infused) Support Core:
Pocketed coils |
Beautyrest Black Hybrid Series One Mattress – Medium
Firmness | Medium Firm (6) |
|---|---|
Mattress Type | Hybrid |
Construction | Cover Material:Polyester Comfort Layer:
Memory foam (gel-infused) Support Core:
Pocketed coils |
Beautyrest Black Hybrid Series One Mattress – Firm
Firmness | Firm (7) |
|---|---|
Mattress Type | Hybrid |
Construction | Cover Material:Polyester Comfort Layer:
Memory foam (gel-infused) Support Core:
Pocketed coils |
Beautyrest Black Hybrid Series One Mattress Sizing
Beautyrest Black Hybrid Series One models are available in all standard mattress sizes except for a twin. These beds run heavy, especially in larger sizes, so lifting and moving with at least one other person is strongly recommended.
Trial, Shipping, and Warranty Policies
Availability
Beautyrest Black Hybrid Series One mattresses are available for purchase on Beautyrest’s website to people in the contiguous U.S.
This mattress line is also sold through a variety of brick-and-mortar mattress and furniture stores across the U.S. Shoppers can locate the nearest stores that carry Beautyrest mattresses on the Beautyrest Store-Finder page.
Shipping
All Beautyrest mattresses are delivered via White Glove Delivery for no additional charge.
Beautyrest mattresses sold online generally ship within 2 to 4 weeks after purchase. After you complete a purchase, someone will reach out to you to schedule a delivery day and time window. The couriers who deliver your Beautyrest Mattress will set it up in your home. They will also remove the packaging and, upon request, your old mattress.
Additional Services
White Glove Delivery and old mattress removal come free with every mattress order. Beautyrest does not offer additional services.
Sleep Trial
Beautyrest Black Hybrid Series One mattresses come with a 100-night sleep trial. If you decide you don’t want to keep the mattress at any point in the trial, you can reach out to the company to initiate a return. They will give a full refund, with no return fees or charges.
Warranty
A 10-year, limited warranty comes with the Beautyrest Black Hybrid Series One mattresses. This warranty covers manufacturing defects, split or cracked foams, and defects in the cover like loose or unraveled stitching. It also covers indentations that measure 1.5 inches or more, but not regular wear and tear or shallower body impressions.
If you purchase your Beautyrest mattress at a store, refer to that location for warranty registration and related issues.
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Jay Vera Summer is a writer, editor, and wellness coach. She holds a Bachelor's of Science in psychology and Master's degrees in both writing and public policy.