Side-by-side mattress testing · 144+ comparisons published
Updated September 2026
Category
Helix Midnight Elite
Beautyrest Black C-Class
Comfort
Not lab tested
9/10
Support
Not lab tested
9.2/10
Cooling
Not lab tested
9.4/10
Edge Support
Not lab tested
9.3/10
Motion Isolation
Not lab tested
8.9/10
Durability
Not lab tested
9.2/10
Value
8/10
8.3/10
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Quick Specs Comparison
Spec
Helix Midnight Elite
Beautyrest Black C-Class
Price (Queen)
$3,278
$2,999
Type
Luxury Hybrid
Hybrid
Firmness
6/10
6/10
Height
15 inches
14.5 inches
Trial
120 nights
100 nights
Warranty
Limited lifetime warranty
10 years
Shipping
Free shipping; in-home setup and old mattress removal available
Free white glove delivery
Key Advantages
Why Choose Helix Midnight Elite
- GlacioTex Elite cooling cover and CoolForce layer included as standard, not an upcharge
- Two coil systems — a microcoil comfort layer plus an 8-inch pocketed coil base
- Zoned lumbar reinforcement and full perimeter edge coils
Why Choose Beautyrest Black C-Class
- Best cooling in the Black lineup
- Versatile medium-firm feel suits most sleepers
- BlackICE 4.0 + RightTemp foam combo