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BearvsBeautyrest Black
Which one is best for you? Bear vs Beautyrest Black - 2026 comparison by Vs Mattress
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Beautyrest Black
by Beautyrest · Hybrid (coils and foam)
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Bear
Beautyrest Black
Essential information
| Bear | Beautyrest Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Memory foam | Hybrid (coils and foam) |
| Launched | 1996 | 1925 |
| Brand | Bear Mattress | Beautyrest |
| Made in | United States | United States |
| Unique points | Proprietary memory foam technology & mattress design combines 4 layers of foam:
| Beautyrest Black is our premier line, and proudly features our greatest innovations, so you can wake up feeling your very best every day. The Beautyrest Black (L-Class Medium) is a five layer design:
Tip: there are many models under the Beautyrest Black name so be careful when comparing instore with online that the codes are the same! Mattresses purchased online come with a 100-night in-home trial and free White Glove delivery: delivery, setup, and removal of your old mattress. |
| Video | Bear Mattress Features | Watch video |
Certifications & trial
| Bear | Beautyrest Black | |
|---|---|---|
| OEKO-TEX® | No | No |
| CertiPUR-US® | Yes | Yes |
| Certifications | CertiPur-US®, GREENGUARD Gold | – |
| Other certification info | <p id="">GREENGUARD Gold Certified</p> | – |
| Sleep trial | 120 nights | 100 nights |
| Warranty | Lifetime | 10 years |
| Free shipping | – | – |
| Free returns | Yes | Yes |
| Pay later | Yes | Yes |
| Delivery info | Your Bear Sleep Products typically ship from our warehouse within 2-4 business days after your order is completed. Depending on where you're located in the country our Bear Sleep Products will usually arrive at your door in 4-7 business days. | Conveniently delivered using our complimentary White Glove Delivery experience. After checkout, you'll be contacted by our shipping partner to select a delivery day that works best for your schedule. The day of your delivery, you'll get a call confirming your delivery window. Upon delivery, they will set up your new mattress and remove your old mattress and any packaging for that mattress. |
Firmness & feel
| Bear | Beautyrest Black | |
|---|---|---|
| One firmness fits all | Yes | Yes |
| Select your firmness | No | No |
| Adjustable firmness | No | No |
| Half and half firmness | No | No |
| Flippable / reversible | No | No |
| Firmness info | While we designed the Bear Mattress to have a solid core support with a nice touch of softness on top for comfort, we would categorize the mattress as a medium-firm. Certain independent reviews for comparison on mattress firmness rate the Bear Mattress a 7.1 on a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being most firm. | The mattress for those who love the feeling of truly luxurious sleep and are looking for a medium-firm feel, essential cooling and pressure relief features. This mattress has two upgrade options available: Cooling Upgrade: If you're looking for a medium-firm feel, but tend to be a hot sleeper or live in a warmer environment, our Beautyrest Black with Cooling Upgrade is perfect for you. Cooling + Comfort Upgrade: This mattress is for those looking for the pressure relief of a plush pillow top without sacrificing cool sleep. |
Construction & materials
| Bear | Beautyrest Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Layers | Graphite-Gel Infused Foam, Quick Response Foam, Breathable Support Foam. | Plush Comfort Foam, Medium Comfort Foam, Energy Foam, Beautyrest® Gel Memory Foam, Pocketed Coil® Technology with BeautyEdge®. |
| Cover | Clinically-Proven Celliant® Cover. This specialized, one-of-a-kind cover absorbs the body's natural heat and reflects far Infrared light back to the skin helping your body recover faster and sleep better. | Most advanced cooling technology: BlackICE 4.0 is a combination of cool-to-the-touch fabrics and heat-wicking materials like silver and SilkAir fiber. The High Airflow SilkAir Fiber which is super breathable, to help you stay cool throughout the night. |
| Machine-washable cover | No | No |
| Ergonomic handles | No | Yes |
| Comfort | Cooler Sleep. Graphite-Gel + high airflow, open cell Response Foam increase cooling and conductivity up to 7x more than traditional foam mattresses. Graphite Gel Foam. Rapidly adapts to each individual's needed support and comfort while infused graphite gel particles promote a cooler night's sleep. | If you choose to upgrade: Cooling Upgrade: Has all the features of the Original plus an additional layer of memory foam (RightTemp Memory Foam) infused with highly conductive and durable carbon fiber which makes this up to 20% cooler than the Black Original. Cooling + Comfort Upgrade: has the same comfort layers as the Cooling Upgrade plus an additional 2" layer of GelTouch® Foam that offers airflow and breathability. |
| Support | Not too firm, not too soft, the Bear Mattress is a perfect blend of cooling comfort, contouring pressure relief and core support designed for all body shapes and all types of sleepers. Offering just the right amount of bounce, Response Foam offers unparalleled pressure relief and pressure mapping for optimal spinal alignment. Support foam strengthens the comfort layers and adds long-lasting durability. | Hand-picked Technoluxe foams are designed to reduce pressure on key spots like hips and shoulders. Our T3 Pocketed Coil® Technology is designed to reduce motion transfer, absorb energy, and provide durability. BeautyEdge® for reliable edge support. If you choose to upgrade: Cooling Upgrade: Has all the support features of the Original. Cooling + Comfort Upgrade: has two additional inches of high quality memory foam (GelTouch® Foam) for even better pressure relief than the Cooling Upgrade, especially around areas like the hips and shoulders. The Technoluxe Memory Foams system includes more, higher quality memory foams than in any Beautyrest mattresses. These Technoluxe foams are designed to offer sophisticated pressure relief. Our T3 Pocketed Coil® Technology (our most advanced spring support yet) provides our best support and durability while also preventing partner disturbance. |
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Size & weight
| Bear | Beautyrest Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Available sizes | Twin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King | Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King |
| Dimensions | Twin: 10 " | Twin: 13.75 " |
| Twin weight (kg) | 50 | – |
| Twin XL weight (kg) | 50 | 64 |
| Full (Double) weight (kg) | 60 | 84 |
| Queen weight (kg) | 70 | 104 |
| King weight (kg) | 90 | 133 |
| California King weight (kg) | 90 | 140 |
FAQs
Bear
Do Bear mattresses last?
Like the average memory foam mattress, you should expect to get at least eight to 10 years out of your Bear mattress.
Are Bear mattresses hot?
In comparison to other all-foam mattresses, the Bear does maintain good temperature neutrality and doesn't get too hot.
Where is Bear Mattress from?
Bear mattresses are proudly made in America.
Beautyrest Black
Can you flip a Beautyrest black?
Flipping a Beautyrest mattress is not recommended. Its advanced design means that sleeping on the wrong side would provide less support.
Is Beautyrest Black a firm mattress?
The Beautyrest Black mattress has three layers of polyfoam on top of a layer of gel-infused memory foam, resulting in a medium firmness, or a 6 on the firmness scale. It is easy to move around on this mattress.
Is Beautyrest black good for heavy people?
Firm models of the Beautyrest mattress, falling around a 6-7 on the firmness scale, are best suited for heavier combination sleepers over 230 pounds, as well as back and stomach sleepers.
Thank you for checking out this Bear vs Beautyrest Black mattress comparison. We have tried to compare all the necessary information to help you choose which mattress is the most suitable for you.
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