Beautyrest Silver BRS900-C Medium Mattress Review

Updated September 7, 2022

The BRS900-C Medium Pillow Top mattress is one of two pillow top models from the Silver BRS900 C collection. We know it can be confusing to understand the differences in similar mattresses, so we've created this review to help you sort it all out. Please read on to learn more about this highly-rated Simmons mattress:

Comfort Scale Rating

The BRS900-C Medium Pillow Top mattress has a medium-firm feel; we rate it a 3 on our 10-point Comfort Scale (a 1 is hard, 10 is softest.) This mattress is on the firm side, but not too hard. So people who prefer a firm bed will like it, while those of you who like a soft-feeling mattress may not sleep well on this model.

Expert Video Review

Here’s our quick BRS900-C Medium Pillow Top Video Review covering materials, features, and more.

Pros & Cons

PROS CONS
  • Moisture-wicking cover
  • Memory foam layer
  • Good support and contouring
  • Minimal motion transfer
  • The Silver brand has many good reviews
  • Lack of gel memory foam
  • Taller bed (16") so you should consider a lower profile foundation to minimize the total set height
  • Testing confirms this bed is not recommended for people of a larger size who sleep on their sides 

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Pressure Test Results

We've pressure tested the BRS900-C Medium Pillow Top bed using petite, average and large body size people to learn how this bed would perform in regards to pressure relief and support. Each model laid on their side and back sleeping positions to give us as wide an array of results that will represent the majority of people. (Learn how we test.) 

This bed tested fairly well and is recommended for most sleep positions and body types with the exception of larger people who sleep on their sides. Most of the sleeping positions with small, medium, and large body types showed minimal amounts of pressure points.

The bright red area on the shoulder in the pressure map image below shows that this mattress would cause significant pressure on that joint which would then cause a person of that size to toss and turn at night. What you want to see in the pressure testing images are blue and green areas which indicate the bed is providing conforming support and excellent pressure relief. The yellow areas show an increase in pressure but not so much that it would cause undue discomfort.

Pressure relief is particularly important because an unreasonable amount of pressure on the joints would lead to tossing and turning thereby disturbing your sleep. Support is just as important for proper alignment of the spine. Improper spinal alignment can lead to extreme discomfort and even lower back pain.

Please use this information and our testing images below in your consideration for purchasing this specific model mattress.


BACK SLEEPER SIDE SLEEPER
LARGE PEOPLE Largest 10% of adults 210-273 lbs Large back sleeper heatmap Avg Pressure: mmHg - Area: inches2 Large side sleeper heatmap Avg Pressure: mmHg - Area: inches2
AVERAGE PEOPLE Middle 50% of adults 134-218 lbs Average back sleeper heatmap Avg Pressure: mmHg - Area: inches2 Average side sleeper heatmap Avg Pressure: mmHg - Area: inches2
PETITE PEOPLE Smallest 10% of adults 111-135 lbs Petite back sleeper heatmap Avg Pressure: mmHg - Area: inches2 Petite side sleeper heatmap Avg Pressure: mmHg - Area: inches2
BACK SLEEPER
LARGE PEOPLE Largest 10% of adults 210-273 lbs Large back sleeper heatmap Avg Pressure: mmHg - Area: inches2
AVERAGE PEOPLE Middle 50% of adults 134-218 lbs Average back sleeper heatmap Avg Pressure: mmHg - Area: inches2
PETITE PEOPLE Smallest 10% of adults 111-135 lbs Petite back sleeper heatmap Avg Pressure: mmHg - Area: inches2
SIDE SLEEPER
LARGE PEOPLE Largest 10% of adults 210-273 lbs Large side sleeper heatmap Avg Pressure: mmHg - Area: inches2
AVERAGE PEOPLE Middle 50% of adults 134-218 lbs Average side sleeper heatmap Avg Pressure: mmHg - Area: inches2
PETITE PEOPLE Smallest 10% of adults 111-135 lbs Petite side sleeper heatmap Avg Pressure: mmHg - Area: inches2

The Main BRS900-C Medium Pillow Top Features in Detail

Beautyrest Silver BRS900-C Medium Pillowtop Mattress

  1. 1. Dual Cool Plus Cover

    Cooling and moisture-wicking materials on the cover help to keep the mattress cool and dry for a more comfortable sleep.

  2. 2. Dynamic Response Memory Foam

    Among various layers of comforting foams, there is a layer of memory foam to help the mattress conform to your body's curves.

  3. 3. 900 Series Pocketed Coil

    An individually pocketed coil design helps provide targeted support.  It's soft in areas with little weight and yet it also gives solid support under heavier areas like your hips.

Comfort Depth Video

We measured how far your hips and shoulders sink into the Beautyrest Silver BRS900-C Medium Pillowtop mattress with different body types.

Andrew's Comfort View

Aaron's Comfort View

Richard's Comfort View

Warranty

The BRS900-C Medium Pillow Top mattress has a 10-year warranty against factory defects.

Conclusion

The BRS900-C Medium Pillow Top mattress is a firmer feeling mattress even though it's constructed with a pillow top design, so it's good for you if you like a firmer feeling bed. This bed offers good value for the money with its edge support and cooling features.

Our extensive pressure testing on this mattress brought back results where the bed earned a 'recommended' rating from almost all body types and sleep positions. The exception in this testing is larger-sized people who sleep on their sides, for this group the testing earned this model a 'not recommended' rating for excessive pressure on the shoulders. That's not to say that you won't find this bed to be comfortable, there's just a little more pressure than what is considered an acceptable amount for this group.

Keep in mind this mattress is 16" tall and has 5 different layers of foams on top of the robust pocketed coil innerspring. The top of the bed has cooling materials and the cover itself has moisture-wicking technology, together Beautyrest calls this DualCool Plus. 

It's a substantial bed with many layers of comfort materials, premium ones like memory foam. At this price, you get a lot for your money. If you like a puffier bed that still has some firmness, consider this model. Plus this is a Beautyrest, so you know you're getting the mattress from a reputable company too.


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Other Comfort Options

If you like the Beautyrest Silver BRS900-C collection, but would rather have it in a different comfort level, check out the other options below.

Beautyrest Silver BRS900-C Medium Firm Specifications:

Product Name
Beautyrest Silver BRS900-C Medium Pillow Top Mattress
Price
Brand
Simmons
Mattress Comfort
Medium Pillow Top
Comfort Scale Number
3
Coil Count
900
Coil Gauge
15.5
Height
16"
Comfort Padding Layers
Warranty
  • 10-year warranty against manufacturer's defects
  • No Flip, No Rotate
  • Non-prorated
Back Support System
Quilt Top of Mattress
Edge Support
Recommended For Side Sleepers Who Weigh
  • 134-218 lbs
  • 111-135 lbs
Recommended For Back Sleepers Who Weigh
  • 210-273 lbs
  • 134-218 lbs
  • 111-135 lbs

About The Author Joe Nashif

A jack of all trades in the mattress industry, Joe is a merchandiser who’s seen the changes in the products and trends for many years. Active in Brazilian Jui Jitsu, along with related injuries, he enjoys resting at home with family, too.