Side-by-side mattress testing · 144+ comparisons published
Updated May 2026
Category
Simmons Escape No. 2
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
7.2/10
8.4/10
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Quick Specs Comparison
Spec
Simmons Escape No. 2
Beautyrest Black
Price (Queen)
$5,599
$2,199
Type
Innerspring
Hybrid
Firmness
6/10
6.5/10
Height
15"
14 inches
Trial
Varies by retailer
100 nights
Warranty
10-year limited
10 years
Shipping
White glove delivery
Free white glove delivery
Key Advantages
Why Choose Simmons Escape No. 2
- Hand-tufted build with cashmere, cotton and TENCEL
- Responsive latex comfort layer instead of memory foam
- Dual coil systems (OptiFit + nested Pocketed Coil)
Why Choose Beautyrest Black
- Exceptional build quality
- Advanced T3 Pocketed Coil system
- BlackICE cooling technology