Helix Adjustable Base Review (2026)

Written by Steven Asch, Contributing Writer

Steven Asch

Contributing Writer

Steven has spent the last few years researching the ins and outs of mattresses. As an active athlete for many years, he understands the importance of a quality night’s sleep in maintaining a healthier life.

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Updated on March 13, 2026

Updated on March 13, 2026

Fact-Checked by Sosha Lewis, Certified Sleep Science Coach

Sosha Lewis

Certified Sleep Science Coach

After Sosha began writing sleep-related content, she knew she wanted to learn more about this important (yet often elusive!) aspect of human health and well-being. She became a Certified Sleep Science Coach to better understand what goes into getting a good night’s rest—including one’s choice of mattress. Sosha now calls upon this training when she tests and writes about beds and sleep accessories, and when she’s consulted for recommendations by publications such as Livingetc.

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The Helix Adjustable Base offers all the standard benefits of an adjustable bed frame, such as the pressure-relieving zero-gravity position with the push of a button, or simply always having a nearby charging port.

Our team evaluated the Helix Adjustable Base in our testing studio to see firsthand how it performs. We assessed noise, functionality, and all its features, so anyone considering getting one knows what they’re in for.

As a certified wellness Coach, I am happy to contribute to Mattress Clarity’s goal of helping people get better sleep. Over the last seven years, we have tested more than 200 sleep accessories. Our team of sleep experts and certified sleep science coaches seeks to help people find the right products to improve their sleep, which we see as a way to improve lives. Our mattress reviews alone have helped at least 43,000 people find the right bed for their home since we began.

While it isn’t app-compatible like some fancier bed frames, we found that the Helix Adjustable Base delivers well on the features it promises. Overall, it offers a reliable, durable, and straightforward adjustable base for people looking to enhance their sleep.

Helix Adjustable Base

The Helix Adjustable Base should satisfy adjustable base shoppers wanting adjustable elevation for Zero-Gravity and anti-snore positions, alongside bonus features like USB charging and dual-massage.

Mattress Clarity Score

4.6 / 5

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Product Details

Material

Polyester, Polyfoam, Steel

Trial Period

30 nights

Warranty

10-year limited warranty

Financing

Available

Shipping Method

Free shipping

Return Policy

Free returns

Helix Adjustable Base Performance: My Overall Rating

The Helix Adjustable Base received good scores when our team put it to the test. The bed frame offered smooth, quiet operation and reliable pressure-relieving positions you’d want from an adjustable base. It is a great bed frame for people who want luxury without too many fancy gadgets. One downside is the need to unplug the bed frame each time you revamp your remote-control settings. But overall, the base performed well and impressed our testers, earning a high-quality grade of 4.6/5.

Pros of the Helix Adjustable Base

• Excellent zero-gravity preset position experienced by our testers.
• Super easy to use and set up.
• The massage function felt stronger to our testers than other high-end adjustable power bases.

Cons of the Helix Adjustable Base

• Resetting remote-control preferences requires unplugging the bed frame and restarting it.
• It is not mobile-app compatible.
• Doesn’t offer wall-hugging function. 

Helix Adjustable Base Prices and Sizes

Below, I’ll break down the dimensions of Helix’s Adjustable Base in each model size it’s offered in. I also include each model’s pricing, but this is before any sales. However, Helix often offers substantial discounts.

Helix Adjustable Base In-Depth Test Results

Remote Design

Our in-house tester gave Helix’s Adjustable Base remote control use and design experience a 4/5. The score reflects the remote’s ease of use and features. Our tester said the wireless remote was “simple and easy to use for the most part,” but they didn’t give it a perfect score because they said, “The head and leg buttons aren’t intuitive.”

Our tester added that, “Buttons are well marked and easy to press. It shouldn’t be an issue for most users. It has individual controls for reading, TV, flat surface, zero-gravity sleep position, and anti-snoring.” And despite the head and leg buttons requiring a slight learning curve, our in-house tester said, “It’s definitely easy enough to figure out with a little time.”

Adjustments

Silent and seamless are two terms that come to mind when thinking about a top-tier adjustable bed frame. This is because the best adjustable bed frames should move sleepers gently and calmly. Our in-house tester gave the Helix Adjustable Base a 4.5/5 for their experience with it.

They explained their grade, saying, “The bed is quite smooth when adjusting. No jerking motions or sudden stops and starts.”

​Overall, the Helix Adjustable Base didn’t dramatically stand out from other bases we’ve tested in terms of moving our tester more quietly or calmly. But to put it simply, during our tests, it did what it’s designed to do quite flawlessly. That’s what matters most.

Upright Position

The best adjustable bases almost always offer the “upright position” because it’s ideal for reading or watching television while relieving stress on your cervical spine and lumbar region. Similar to a reclining chair, the upright position on the Helix Adjustable Base elevates your head and upper body to resemble a seated posture while your legs remain extended.

Our tester gave the base’s upright positioning a 4.5/5 rating. They did say that the base “offers a good range of positions, and you can definitely get the pressure relief you’re looking for.” 

However, they pointed out that the quality of the upright position will likely reflect the flexibility, cushioning, and support of the mattress you’re using, rather than the base itself, saying, “Honestly, this question is a little moot. The mattress plays the biggest factor here.”

Zero-Gravity Position

The zero-gravity position elevates your head and knees so that both are above your heart. NASA actually places its astronauts in this position during takeoff because it has been shown to reduce the pressure on their bodies. However, back on Earth, the position is better known for reducing snoring, easing inflammation, improving blood flow, and enhancing relaxation by providing a weightless feeling. These things all make the position one of the greatest benefits of having an adjustable bed.

Our in-house tester had an excellent experience trying out the zero-gravity position on the Helix Adjustable Base while using the Helix Dawn mattress, giving the test a 5/5. The tester said, “Zero gravity feels great on this base. I feel good pressure relief in my lower back, and generally it feels more accurate to zero gravity than other beds I’ve tested.”

Additionally, they found the Helix Base really performed better than many other adjustable frames they tried, saying, “Of all the bases we tested, this has the best zero gravity setting.” If the preset position isn’t perfect for you, you can adjust it and redesign it to your needs, but according to our tester, “The preset zero gravity position setting is great.”

Ease of Use

An adjustable base shouldn’t require a tutorial. The Helix Adjustable Base was pretty straightforward to get working in our testing studio. With our in-house tester grading the base’s ease of use at 4.5/5.

They described programming your customized settings, “Creating your three custom settings is easy. Put the bed in the position you want, then hold one of the three memory-setting buttons. It’s as easy as that.” They explained that their half-point reduction was a result of the mildly tedious annoyance that “If you want to reset your positions at any point, you have to unplug the base to reset the system. I wish that you could make adjustments without having to unplug the bed, but such is life.”

Noise 

When you get into bed and adjust it with an adjustable base, you do not want to hear a roaring motor or feel like you’re on a forklift. This is why we test how noisy an adjustable bed frame is. We assess noise in part through our testers’ listening experience and also use a sound level meter to monitor noise in decibels as we adjust the frame’s position.

The Helix Adjustable Base received a 4/5 by our testers for noise.

Our sound level meter measured slightly higher noise levels in decibels than some of the other adjustable bases we tried, resulting in a less-than-perfect score. However, our testers didn’t find that their experience resembled the decibel reading. 

The in-house tester explained the grade, “This one was a little louder than the others we tested, in decibels. But the noise did not feel disruptive, nor did the motor feel more ‘whiny’ than other bases. There was just a pleasant, gentle, low-end motor hum. It’s no more disruptive than rain tapping on the window during a storm.”

Massage

Many adjustable beds offer a massage feature, but quite often it’s hard to actually understand the point, since the massage motions are pretty minimal by the time they’re felt by a sleeper on a mattress surface (especially on a firmer mattresses).

Our tester tried the Helix Adjustable Base’s massage settings and found it a little more powerful than some other adjustable bases, such as the Saatva Lineal Adjustable Base. However, they built on my point, saying, “I still struggle to see the great benefit of having a massage feature on your base, when there are several layers of mattress. However, I could see some people with chronic pain enjoying it as an option for some light tension relief.”

Despite the dramatic difference between a massage chair or massage therapist and the massage offered by an adjustable bed beneath a thick mattress, the Helix does offer three different levels of massage pressure. It has separate controls for your feet and head, plus three buttons to save your favorite positions and settings.

As our tester mentioned, I think some people, such as seniors or those with chronic back or joint pain, may feel some relief. However, unless you’re just using a layer of memory foam, some polyfoam, or a very thin mattress, I wouldn’t expect to experience a strong massage. That said, the Helix Adjustable Base does offer this feature to a higher standard.

Additional Features

According to Dr. Raj Dasgupta, “Adjustable bases can help with spinal alignment, which is important for overall comfort and support during sleep. They might also be helpful for sleepers who have sleep apnea, acid reflux, or other concerns that may require them to sleep with their upper half elevated.” The Helix Adjustable Base can be a great tool for experiencing all these benefits, but it also offers a few additional helpful features.

In addition to everything I’ve already described, the Helix Adjustable Base also has a USB port on each underside of the frame (compatible with USB-A and USB-C chargers). The base also has underbed lighting that you can turn on and off via your wireless remote control. This is great for getting up in the middle of the night without switching on all the lights, while still maintaining nighttime visibility.

Helix Adjustable Base Materials and Assembly

The Helix Adjustable Base uses carbon steel, polyester fabric, and what Helix refers to as “injection molded ABS plastic (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene),” which enhances durability without adding weight. The frame is highly durable and has a 750-pound weight capacity. This should accommodate most sleepers or couples, though it is slightly lower than that of some other bases, such as the Saatva Adjustable Base.

Helix suggests that assembling their Adjustable Base is “quick and easy.” The base will be shipped directly to your home via FedEx Ground and will include straightforward instructions. 

With the exception of the bed’s legs, which allow you to adjust the height of the frame from the floor, there is very little assembly required, and you won’t need any additional special tools. The motor is already attached, and most reviewers describe the entire process as taking less than half an hour.

Both Helix and some online product reviews suggest you’ll most likely just need an extra set of hands to assemble and move your base into place after arrival. For reference, a queen-size base arrives in a box weighing 138.6 pounds. King-size and California king-size models are split and shipped in two boxes, each weighing 99 pounds. So, it’s definitely worth having some help to avoid strains.

Helix offers white-glove delivery, where they’ll deliver and fully set up their Adjustable Base in your home (and remove your old mattress, if applicable). However, this will cost an additional $219.

Helix Adjustable Base Policies

Before buying your Helix Adjustable Base, it’s important to understand Helix’s trial, warranty, and return policies to help avoid buyer’s remorse. I always recommend you take the time to do this before making any long-term sleep product purchases (especially when buying online). Here’s all the fine print on Helix’s Adjustable Base.

Trial Period

Helix offers a 30-night “risk-free” trial with its Adjustable Base. While shorter than their mattress trials, this would be a decent trial period for an adjustable bed frame, when considering the broader market. For example, the Saatva Lineal Adjustable Base offers no trial period, while the Nectar Adjustable Base offers a 50-night trial.

Returns

As long as it’s within the 30-night trial period, you can return your Helix Adjustable Base without any fees.

Warranty

The Helix Adjustable Base includes a 10-year warranty. According to Helix, this warranty protects you against “defects in workmanship and materials”, rather than any damage caused by the user. Many online reviewers have found Helix’s warranty customer service to be quite reliable. Furthermore, Helix publicly claims on its official site that 94% of customer warranty claims have been approved.

Notably, you must email Helix’s warranty team directly, and responses usually take around 3 to 5 business days. Additionally, if your warranty is approved, the refund will be made via the original payment method, and the warranty applies only to the original purchaser of the adjustable base.

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