Side-by-side mattress testing · 144+ comparisons published
Updated May 2026
Category
Beautyrest Core (Level One)
Beautyrest Black
Comfort
Not lab tested
9.1/10
Support
Not lab tested
9.3/10
Cooling
Not lab tested
9/10
Edge Support
Not lab tested
9.4/10
Motion Isolation
Not lab tested
8.7/10
Durability
Not lab tested
9.2/10
Value
8.6/10
8.4/10
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Quick Specs Comparison
Spec
Beautyrest Core (Level One)
Beautyrest Black
Price (Queen)
$1,149
$2,199
Type
Innerspring
Hybrid
Firmness
6.5/10
6.5/10
Height
Varies by level
14 inches
Trial
100 nights
100 nights
Warranty
10 years
10 years
Shipping
Free white glove delivery
Free white glove delivery
Key Advantages
Why Choose Beautyrest Core (Level One)
- Real Beautyrest pocketed coils at the lowest price in the range
- 100-night trial with free returns
- White glove delivery included direct
Why Choose Beautyrest Black
- Exceptional build quality
- Advanced T3 Pocketed Coil system
- BlackICE cooling technology