Originally Posted by NM
I would challenge if those who swear by the BA horozontal beds have actually experienced the QF Skybed?? I have used both and now actually prefer the QF Skybed. The slight slope is not a problem for me and I find the extra width and length a greater advantage than being a few degrees closer to the pitch of the aircraft. And how many times have we seen posting about sleeping backwards in F seats (ie horozontal) due wanting to keep head higher than feet?? That is not an option in BA J beds due to the very narrow feet section.
I prefer the BA flat beds in J over the QF skybeds. The slight slope is annoying for me (6'1"), and I imagine other taller pax. The skybed is a little wider, which I prefer, but I cant think it'd more than an inch. However, being a side sleeper, being flat makes it much more comfortable since you dont slide down over time. (I had the boxers going up the crack, but thats another story).
I especially prefer the backwards BA J seats, as the slight incline of the jet makes them all the more comfortable. The things that make the skybed better are the shoe compartments (love them!) and the (seemingly?) bigger tv screen. Typically, while both are inconsistent service wise, I've had majority better service on QF over BA.
However, I am happy to agree that a good nights sleep should be possible in both.