Side-by-side mattress testing · 144+ comparisons published
Updated September 2026
Category
Beautyrest
Helix
Comfort
9.1/10
9.4/10
Support
9.3/10
9.5/10
Cooling
9/10
9.3/10
Edge Support
9.4/10
9.2/10
Motion Isolation
8.7/10
9.6/10
Durability
9.2/10
9.2/10
Value
8.4/10
9/10
Quick Specs Comparison
Spec
Beautyrest
Helix
Price (Queen)
$2,199
$1,099
Type
Hybrid
Hybrid
Firmness
6.5/10
5.5/10
Height
14 inches
13.5 inches
Trial
100 nights
120 nights
Warranty
10 years
Limited lifetime warranty (purchases on or after 02/01/2025; first 10 years non-prorated)
Cooling Tech
BlackICE + T3 Coils
GlacioTex™ Cover
Delivery
Free white glove
Free shipping (bed-in-box)
Manufacturer Specs Compared
Figures each brand publishes on its own product page. Values a brand does not publish show as "Not published".
| Spec | Beautyrest | Helix |
|---|---|---|
| Profile height | Not published | 13.5" |
| Layers published | Not published | 6 |
| Cover material | Not published | TENCEL (eucalyptus-derived) cover; optional GlacioTex cooling cover |
| Coil count | Not published | Up to 1,000 individually wrapped coils |
| Coil gauge | Not published | 13.5 gauge centre, 14.75 gauge head/foot, 15.5 gauge edge |
| Zoning | Not published | Reinforced coils under the hips and around the full perimeter |
| Foam density | Not published | SupremeSupport 4.0 memory foam at 4 lb density |
| Fire barrier | Not published | Not published |
| Certifications | Not published | CertiPUR-US |
| Made in | Not published | Assembled in Arizona, USA |
| Queen dimensions | Not published | 60" W x 80" L x 13.5" H |
| Queen weight | Not published | 115 lbs |
Sources: Helix official page
Key Advantages
Why Choose Beautyrest
- Superior edge support (9.4 vs 8.7) — great for couples using full surface
- BlackICE cooling outperforms GlacioTex™
- White glove delivery and setup included
- T3 triple-stranded coils for premium support
- Luxury hotel-quality build and materials
Why Choose Helix
- Customizable firmness via sleep quiz — personalized comfort
- $400 cheaper at Queen size
- 15-year warranty vs 10 years — 50% longer coverage
- Better motion isolation (9.0 vs 8.7) for couples
- Split firmness option for couples with different preferences