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Are Beautyrest Mattresses Good for Side Sleepers?

Derek Hales

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Yes, there are some Beautyrest mattresses that are good for side sleeping. The best Beautyrest models for side sleeping are the Beautyrest Black, Beautyrest Black Hybrid, and Beautyrest Pressure Smart Hybrid. These models have the highest pressure relief scores, softest firmness options, and thickest comfort layers.

Beautyrest Black Hybrid Lx Class Side Sleeping
Beautyrest Black Hybrid Lx Class Side Sleeping

Generally, there are three main factors to consider when choosing a mattress for those who sleep on their side. These include:

  1. Spinal alignment + sinkage
  2. Pressure relief + comfort layer thickness
  3. Softer firmness (ideal range: 4-7 out of 10)
Sleeping Positions

The table below shows that all Beautyrest models we’ve tested to date have an option for a soft, medium, or medium-firm feel, which is ideal for side sleeping. Furthermore, they all offer moderate to deep sinkage levels.

MattressFirmness RatingSinkageRead Review
Beautyrest Black4, 6, 7, 8Very DeepRead Review
Beautyrest Black Hybrid4, 6, 8ModerateRead Review
Beautyrest Black Hybrid LX Class6ModerateRead Review
Beautyrest BR8006Extremely DeepRead Review
Beautyrest Harmony Lux4, 5, 7Very DeepRead Review
Beautyrest Pressure Smart Hybrid5, 7DeepRead Review
Beautyrest Silver6DeepRead Review
Beautyrest Silver DualCool5DeepRead Review

About Derek Hales

Derek Hales

Derek Hales is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of NapLab. His insights and work has been featured on ABC's Tamron Hall Show, Freakonomics, CBS News, ESPN, Reader's Digest, Homes & Gardens, New York Post, CNET, & More. Derek has personally tested 530+ mattresses and began testing mattresses in 2014.

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