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Beautyrest BlackvsGhostBed

Which one is best for you? Beautyrest Black vs GhostBed - 2026 comparison by Vs Mattress

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Beautyrest Black

by Beautyrest · Hybrid (coils and foam)

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10 years · 100-night trial

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GhostBed

by GhostBed · Latex & foam

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20 years · 101-night trial

Pricing by size

Beautyrest Black

Twinn/a

Twin XL$2,249

Full (Double)$2,529

Queen$2,699

King$3,299

California King$3,299

GhostBed

Twin$995

Twin XL$1,095

Full (Double)$1,150

Queen$1,295

King$1,545

California King$1,595

Essential information

	Beautyrest Black	GhostBed
Type	Hybrid (coils and foam)	Latex & foam
Launched	1925	–
Brand	Beautyrest	GhostBed
Made in	United States	United States
Unique points	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: 0.5" Plush Comfort Foam 1" Medium Comfort Foam 1.5" Energy Foam 0.5" Beautyrest® Gel Memory Foam T3 Pocketed Coil® Technology with BeautyEdge®. 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.	Three layer construction: Top Comfort Layer 1.5" of 3.5 pound density continuous aerated latex Middle Cooling Layer 2" of 4 pound density gel cooling memory foam Base Support Layer 7.5" of 2 pound high density foam ‍
Video	Watch video	The GhostBed Mattress Video

Certifications & trial

	Beautyrest Black	GhostBed
OEKO-TEX®	No	No
CertiPUR-US®	Yes	Yes
Certifications	–	CertiPur-US®
Other certification info	–	–
Sleep trial	100 nights	101 nights
Warranty	10 years	20 years
Free shipping	–	–
Free returns	Yes	Yes
Pay later	Yes	Yes
Delivery info	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.	The GhostBed comes in a vacuum-sealed packaging for perfect hygiene, and so it fits into a much smaller box for shipping. Simply give your GhostBed a few hours to a day to fully expand, breath, and acclimate to your room's temperature.

Firmness & feel

	Beautyrest Black	GhostBed
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	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.	The GhostBed is a 6.5 out of 10 on the firmness scale (10 = too hard, 0 = too soft).

Construction & materials

	Beautyrest Black	GhostBed
Layers	Plush Comfort Foam, Medium Comfort Foam, Energy Foam, Beautyrest® Gel Memory Foam, Pocketed Coil® Technology with BeautyEdge®.	Top Comfort Layer, Middle Cooling Layer, Base Support Layer.
Cover	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.	The GhostBed features a removable cover made with a blend of quality fabrics, including viscose and polyester, for a plush feel. This ultra-soft washable cover keeps you cool and comfortable throughout the night by wicking away heat and moisture.
Machine-washable cover	No	No
Ergonomic handles	Yes	No
Comfort	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.	GhostBed uses a proprietary formula with larger cells to make it more reactive to the body for cooler nights. Aerated Premium Latex Foam. You need premium aerated latex designed precisely for body temperature regulation with GhostBed cool burst technology. This top layer is critical for your comfort and coolness. The temperature sensitive motion activated. This critical design principle uses continuous air intake that's scientifically cooler air has a higher density, thus containing more oxygen per volume unit than warmer air. Regulating your natural body temperature by even a few degrees is crucial for the most restorative sleep. Continuous adaptive airflow technology allows maximum performance on an individual level by adapting to your body's natural temperature, height, weight and sleep position preference.
Support	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.	GhostBed's advanced technology ensures that your sleep only gets better with time. As your body adjusts to Premium Latex, Gel Cooling Memory Foam and Lumbar Support Foundation Foam. Proprietary Patent Pending Sensory Cooling Gel Memory Foam. Sleep is a complex complete process. GhostBed is the only mattress that offers premium latex over proprietary patent pending adaptive sensory real-time cooling gel memory foam. GhostBed is the only scientifically proven R.E.M. Sleep optimized gel memory foam mattress available in the world. This middle layer is crucial for elimination of all pressure points, real-time temperature regulation, continuous airflow and natural body weight support - regardless of what position you sleep in.
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Size & weight

	Beautyrest Black	GhostBed
Available sizes	Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King	Twin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King
Dimensions	Twin: 13.75 "	Twin: 11 "
Twin weight (kg)	–	58
Twin XL weight (kg)	64	62
Full (Double) weight (kg)	84	78
Queen weight (kg)	104	89
King weight (kg)	133	112
California King weight (kg)	140	112

FAQs

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.

GhostBed

Is GhostBed too firm?

GhostBed may be too firm for side sleepers as it can cause pressure at the shoulder and hip. However, it provides the necessary support for stomach sleepers.

How do I make my GhostBed softer?

To make your GhostBed softer, you can use a good pillow or a mattress topper. The topper can be placed directly on top of your current mattress to enhance comfort.

Are ghost beds good for back pain?

Yes, GhostBed is good for back pain. The GhostBed Classic, which offers a balanced blend of contouring memory foam and supportive latex, is particularly recommended for those who prefer a firmer feel.

Wrap up

Thank you for checking out this Beautyrest Black vs GhostBed 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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