Helix Mattress Reviews – The Perfect Fit?

Written by Marten Carlson, Lead Reviewer

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I talk about my time testing out all seven of the Helix mattresses and explain who each model will be the best fit for.

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Helix Sleep is all about options. The company sells seven different mattress models, ranging from plush to firm. In addition, you can choose between the Core, Luxe, and Elite collections. 

If you need help finding the perfect mattress, you’re in luck. We’ve personally tested all seven of the Helix mattresses and thoroughly reviewed them. For this review, we’ll focus on all seven of the baseline models. Which Helix mattress is the best choice for you? Read our comprehensive Helix mattress review to find out!

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Helix Mattress Comparison

Product

Firmness

Customer Rating

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Helix Sunset Mattress

Firmness

Soft: 5.5/10

Customer Rating

4.6 / 5

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Helix Moonlight Mattress

Firmness

Soft: 6/10

Customer Rating

4.4 / 5

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Helix Midnight Mattress

Firmness

Medium-firm: 7/10

Customer Rating

4.5 / 5

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Helix Dusk Mattress

Firmness

Medium-firm: 7/10

Customer Rating

4.6 / 5

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Helix Twilight Mattress

Firmness

Firm: 7.5/10

Customer Rating

4.5 / 5

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Helix Dawn Mattress

Firmness

Firm: 7.5/10

Customer Rating

4.5 / 5

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Helix Mattress Review Overview

Helix has three different collections of mattresses: Core, Luxe, and Elite. The Core collection is their baseline model that offers comfort and support, but lacks many high-end materials and cooling features. We’ll focus on the Core collection for this review.

The Luxe collection has zoned support, which means it feels firmer toward the center of the mattress and softer near the head and foot. The Luxe mattresses are two inches taller than the Core collection mattresses, and they feature covers that feel cool-to-the-touch.

The Elite Collection contains five high-density foam layers, a microcoil comfort layer, and advanced edge support. This option works well for heavier people and those who sleep particularly hot at night.

Helix also sells the Plus mattress, a mattress designed specifically with heavier people in mind. This mattress offers even more lumbar support and is made with particularly durable materials.

With so many different mattress models, it can feel overwhelming to try and find the right one. That’s why Helix created a mattress quiz. All you need to do is answer questions about your body type, sleeping position, and overall preferences. Then, you’ll be presented with a few great options. 

Helix Mattress Similarities

Though the different Helix models vary, they do share some common features:

• They’re all hybrid mattresses. They have coils for support and foam for pressure relief.
• They all promote airflow and help sleepers stay cool at night, though the upgraded models have additional cooling features.
• All of the Helix mattress models should last at least seven years.
• Every mattress is backed by an impressive warranty and comes with a 100-night sleep trial period.

Where the Helix Mattress Ranks

At Mattress Clarity, we rank mattresses based on hands-on testing in our sleep lab. Here’s where the Helix Mattress has ranked on some of our 2024 roundups:

• Best Mattress Overall
• Best Mattress for Heavy People
• Best Hybrid Mattress
• Best Medium Firm Mattress
• Best Mattresses Without Fiberglass

Helix Mattress Video Review

Want to see these mattresses in action? Watch as I test each bed and discuss its firmness, feel, and construction.

Which Helix Mattress Should You Get?

First things first, let’s examine the different baseline models Helix has to offer. Though they’re all hybrid mattresses, each bed has a different firmness level. Mattress Clarity’s firmness scale ranges from 1-10, with 6.5/10 representing medium-firm.

Mattress	Firmness	Feel	Queen Size Price
Sunset	Very Soft, 5.5/10	Balanced	$1373.80
Moonlight	Soft, 6/10	Bouncy	$1373.80
Midnight	Medium-Firm, 7/10	Balanced	$1373.80
Dusk	Medium-Firm	Bouncy	$1373.80
Twilight	Firm, 7.5/10	Slow-moving	$1373.80
Dawn	Firm, 7.5/10	Bouncy	$1373.80
Plus	Firm, 7.5/10	Balanced	$1498.80

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Comparing The Helix Mattresses

We spent a lot of time on the Helix mattresses so we could render a clear picture of what it’s like to sleep on each model in different positions. Here’s a look at what we found!

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Helix Sunset | Helix Moonlight | Helix Midnight | Helix Dusk | Helix Twilight | Helix Dawn | Helix Plus

Helix Sunset

Summary of Helix Sunset Mattress

Because the Helix Sunset is very soft, it didn’t feel supportive enough for back sleeping. My hips sank a bit too far into the mattress, which pulled my spine out of alignment.

While the softness of the Helix Sunset didn’t work well for back sleeping, it’s a great fit for side sleepers. The soft mattress cushions potential pressure points around the shoulder and hip, and I felt very comfortable in this position. In fact, I recommend it as one of the best mattresses for hip pain.

Because the Helix Sunset is quite soft, it’s not supportive enough for stomach sleeping. Much like I experienced while back sleeping, my hips sank too far into the mattress and pulled my spine out of alignment.

Helix Sunset Mattress Construction

Here’s what the Sunset mattress is made out of:

• Layer 1: Choice of Breathe Knit cover or GlacioTex™ Cooling Pillow Top
• Layer 2: Copper gel memory foam, which helps dissipate body heat
• Layer 3: Two layers of High-Grade Helix Responsive Foam
• Layer 4: Individually-wrapped coils
• Layer 5: DuraDense Foam

Helix Sunset Performance

• Firmness: Soft (5.5/10)
• Feel: Balanced
• Motion Transfer: Good. Even though it has springy coils, it cuts down on motion transfer and works well for couples.
• Pressure Relief: Excellent. The soft foams help cushion joints and alleviate pain along shoulders and hips.

Helix Moonlight

Summary of the Helix Moonlight

The Helix Moonlight felt okay but not great while back sleeping. If you spend all night in this position, you’ll almost certainly want a firmer mattress that offers more support and helps ensure proper spinal alignment throughout the night.

Because it’s on the soft side, the Helix Moonlight is a great match for side sleeping. I didn’t experience any uncomfortable pressure around the shoulder or hip.

Much like the Helix Sunset, the Helix Moonlight is not supportive enough for stomach sleeping. My hips sank too far into the mattress, throwing my spine out of alignment.

Helix Moonlight Mattress Construction

Here’s what the Moonlight mattress is made out of:

• Layer 1: Choice of Breathe Knit cover or GlacioTex™ Cooling Pillow Top
• Layer 2: Helix Dynamic Foam, which adds some good bounce to the mattress
• Layer 3: Two layers of High-Grade Helix Responsive Foam
• Layer 4: Individually-wrapped coils
• Layer 5: DuraDense Foam

Helix Moonlight Performance

• Firmness: Soft (6/10)
• Feel: Bouncy
• Motion Transfer: Decent. Couples may feel their partner shift sleeping positions during the night, but this mattress doesn’t transfer motion as much as many other hybrid beds.
• Pressure Relief: Great. The soft foams help alleviate pain along pressure points

Helix Midnight

Summary of the Helix Midnight

I felt great while back sleeping on the Helix Midnight. The mattress offers a pleasant balance of comfort and support, so I enjoyed a touch of pressure relief without sacrificing spinal alignment. Out of this list, it is the best mattress for back sleepers.

While the Helix Midnight is firmer than the Helix Sunset and Moonlight, I still felt comfortable while side sleeping on this mattress. In my experience, it offers enough pressure relief around the shoulder and hip.

I felt decent but not exceptional while stomach sleeping on the Helix Midnight. Folks who spend all night in this position will probably want to seek out a firmer mattress that guarantees more spinal support.

Helix Midnight Mattress Construction

Here’s what the Midnight mattress is made out of:

• Layer 1: Choice of Breathe Knit cover or GlacioTex™ Cooling Pillow Top
• Layer 2: Memory Plus Foam, which offers both support and pressure relief
• Layer 3: Two layers of High-Grade Helix Responsive Foam
• Layer 4: Individually-wrapped coils
• Layer 5: DuraDense Foam

Helix Midnight Performance

• Firmness: Medium-Firm (7/10)
• Feel: Balanced
• Motion Transfer: Great. This mattress has thick foam on top, which helps alleviate motion transfer.
• Pressure Relief: Good. This mattress feels both supportive and pressure-relieving.

Helix Dusk

Summary of the Helix Dusk

The Helix Dusk is more supportive than the models we’ve reviewed so far, which helps explain why we felt especially great while back sleeping. The supportive nature of this mattress means we’re confident that we’ll enjoy proper spinal alignment throughout the night.

Since we’re entering the firmer side of the spectrum now, it’s probably not surprising that the Helix Dusk feels a bit too firm for side sleeping. I felt some pressure around my shoulder and hip, and this would likely lead to notable discomfort if you spent all night in this position.

Average weight stomach sleepers could feel right at home on the Helix Dusk, which should help them maintain proper spinal alignment. Heavier weight stomach sleepers might not obtain enough support here, however.

Helix Dusk Mattress Construction

Here’s what the Dusk mattress is made out of:

• Layer 1: Choice of Breathe Knit cover or GlacioTex™ Cooling Pillow Top
• Layer 2: Helix Dynamic Foam, which feels responsive like latex foam, but still offers some pressure relief
• Layer 3: Two layers of High-Grade Helix Responsive Foam
• Layer 4: Individually-wrapped coils
• Layer 5: DuraDense Foam

Helix Dusk Performance

• Firmness: Medium-Firm (7/10)
• Feel: Bouncy
• Motion Transfer: Not great. The Helix Dynamic Foam is more responsive than other types of foam, so it doesn’t isolate motion well.
• Pressure Relief: Decent. If you need a lot of pressure relief, you may want to opt for a softer model.

Helix Twilight

Summary of the Helix Twilight

We found the Helix Twilight to be the best bed for back pain. It’s a great match for back sleepers who need more support due to heavier weight, back pain, or another factor. The firm nature of this mattress helps ensure that it will keep the hips elevated and aligned with the spine.

Because the Helix Twilight is on the firmer side, I didn’t feel comfortable while side sleeping on this mattress. I felt jammed up around the shoulder and hip.

The Helix Twilight should works well for most stomach sleepers, who should enjoy plenty of spinal support in this position thanks to the mattress’s firmness.

Helix Twilight Mattress Construction

Here’s what the Twilight mattress is made out of:

• Layer 1: Choice of Breathe Knit cover or GlacioTex™ Cooling Pillow Top
• Layer 2: Copper Gel Memory Foam
• Layer 3: Two layers of High-Grade Helix Responsive Foam
• Layer 4: Individually-wrapped coils
• Layer 5: DuraDense Foam

Helix Twilight Performance

• Firmness: Firm (7.5/10)
• Feel: Slow-moving
• Motion Transfer: Great. The copper gel memory foam absorbs movement, which is great for couples.
• Pressure Relief: Not great. Because it’s a firmer mattress, the Twilight doesn’t significantly cushion joints.

Helix Dawn

Summary of Helix Dawn

Back sleepers who enjoy a firm feel will appreciate the Helix Dawn, which is highly supportive. That said, folks who prefer a bit of pressure relief while back sleeping will likely find that this mattress feels too firm.

The Helix Dawn is decidedly too firm for side sleeping, and you’re likely to feel very jammed up around the shoulder and hip. Side sleepers will be much better off on one of the softer models.

In my experience, the Helix Dawn is the best mattress for stomach sleepers. This firm and supportive mattress helps keep the hips elevated and aligned with the spine throughout the night.

Helix Dawn Mattress Construction

Here’s what the Dawn mattress is made out of:

• Layer 1: Choice of Breathe Knit cover or GlacioTex™ Cooling Pillow Top
• Layer 2: Helix Dynamic Foam
• Layer 3: Two layers of High-Grade Helix Responsive Foam
• Layer 4: Individually-wrapped coils
• Layer 5: DuraDense Foam

Helix Dawn Performance

• Firmness: Firm (7.5/10)
• Feel: Bouncy
• Motion Transfer: Not great. Because it’s a bouncy mattress, it doesn’t isolate motion well.
• Pressure Relief: Not good. The Helix Dawn is one of the firmest models available, so it doesn’t cushion joints or alleviate pressure.

Helix Plus

Summary of Helix Plus

The Helix Plus mattress was designed to support people who weigh more than 230 lb. It’s made with durable materials that won’t sag over time, and it offers plenty of lumbar support.

As a heavier person myself (I’m 6′ 7″), the Helix felt great in all three sleeping positions. The supportive coils kept my back in alignment when I rested on my back and stomach. When I rested on my side, I felts some nice cushioning along my shoulder and hip. I will note, however, that people who weigh less than 300 lb may not compress the comfort layers too much, which could make it feel less comfortable while side sleeping.

Helix Plus Mattress Construction

Here’s what the Helix Plus mattress is made out of:

• Layer 1: Choice of Breathe Knit cover or GlacioTex™ Cooling Pillow Top
• Layer 2: Helix Memory Plus Foam, which feels particularly supportive
• Layer 3: High-grade polyfoam
• Layer 4: 1,000 Individually-wrapped coils that offer exceptional lumbar support
• Layer 5: DuraDense Foam

Helix Plus Performance

• Firmness: Firm (7.5/10)
• Feel: Balanced
• Motion Transfer: Not great. The coils don’t isolate motion well, so couples are likely to feel their partner shift sleeping positions during the night.
• Pressure Relief: Works well for heavier people. Lightweight people won’t compress the foam enough to get the necessary pressure relief.

Which Helix Mattress Is Best For Your Sleeping Position?

It’s particularly important to understand how a mattress will feel in each sleeping position. It’s important to note: Comfort in each sleeping position greatly depends on body weight. The chart below outlines what each mattress feels like for average weight sleepers (those who weigh between 130 and 230 lb).

Mattress	Back Sleeping	Side Sleeping	Stomach Sleeping
Sunset	✔
Moonlight		✔
Midnight	✔	✔	✔
Dusk	✔		✔
Twilight	✔	✔
Dawn		✔

If you’re a lightweight sleeper, you’re likely to think like these mattresses are a bit firmer than what we have ranked them. That means if you’re a lightweight back or a stomach sleeper, most of these mattresses will work well for you. Lightweight side sleepers should opt for Helix’s softer models, such as the Sunset and Moonlight.

Heavyweight sleepers will need a firmer mattress, such as the Dawn and Twilight. Those who weigh more than 300 lb may want to consider getting the Helix Plus, a supportive mattress built specifically for heavier people.

Helix Mattresses Size Options and Price

Take a look at the following chart to determine how much a Helix might cost you. Please note: Because the Helix Plus mattress contains some high-end materials, it costs about $100 more than the other Helix mattresses.

Size	Dimensions	Price
Twin	38″ x 75″ x 12″	$936.30
Twin XL	38″ x 80″ x 12″	$1061.30
Full	54″ x 75″ x 12″	$1248.80
Queen	60″ x 80″ x 12″	$1373.80
King	76″ x 80″ x 12″	$1748.80
California King	72″ x 84″ x 12″	$1748.80

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Product

Firmness

Customer Rating

Product

Helix Sunset Mattress

Firmness

Soft: 5.5/10

Customer Rating

4.6 / 5

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Helix Moonlight Mattress

Firmness

Soft: 6/10

Customer Rating

4.4 / 5

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Helix Midnight Mattress

Firmness

Medium-firm: 7/10

Customer Rating

4.5 / 5

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Helix Dusk Mattress

Firmness

Medium-firm: 7/10

Customer Rating

4.6 / 5

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Helix Twilight Mattress

Firmness

Firm: 7.5/10

Customer Rating

4.5 / 5

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Helix Dawn Mattress

Firmness

Firm: 7.5/10

Customer Rating

4.5 / 5

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Helix Company Policies

Now, let’s take a look at Helix’s fine print.

Warranty Info

All of the baseline Helix mattresses come with a 10-year limited mattress warranty. The Helix Plus and Luxe models are backed by 15-year limited warranties. The warranties covers all manufacturing defects and gives customers certain legal rights.

Sleep Trial

Helix offers a 100-night sleep trial with all of their mattresses. This means customers can try the mattress within the comfort of their own homes risk-free for 100 days. If they decide they are unhappy with the bed during this timeframe, they can issue a return.

Return Policy

You get free shipping and returns with the Helix mattresses. The company asks that you try the mattress for the full 30-day break in period before deciding if you want to return the mattress or not. If you decide the mattress isn’t for you, Helix will issue a full refund — as long as it’s within the original 100-night sleep trial period.

Customer Feedback

Most people love their Helix mattress and praise the customer service team. However, a few people have complained about their mattress sagging in the middle. This can happen for a number of reasons, including manufacturing defects and lack of proper support. If you buy a Helix mattress, make sure to place it on top of a platform base or foundation. And if you find that the mattress sags due to a manufacturing defect, reach out to the Helix customer service team to resolve the issue.

How Do the Helix Mattresses Compare to Other Mattresses?

It’s always a good idea to do some comparison shopping when you’re looking for a new mattress! Below, we’ve put together some short comparisons with Helix’s biggest online mattress competitors. To make things as straightforward as possible, we’ll pit the Helix Midnight head-to-head against the Nectar and Purple mattresses. Also, make sure to read our Helix mattress comparisons for more Helix comparisons like Helix vs Tuft and Needle, Helix vs Casper, and Helix vs. WinkBed.

Helix vs Nectar

Product

Firmness

Score

Product

Helix Midnight Mattress

Firmness

Medium-firm: 7/10

Score

4.1 / 5

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Nectar Mattress

Firmness

Medium-firm: 7/10

Score

4.3 / 5

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The Helix Midnight and Nectar mattresses have one major construction difference: The Helix Midnight is a hybrid mattress that incorporates coils, while the Nectar is an all-foam mattress.

Not surprisingly, this difference in construction creates significant differences in firmness and feel. The Helix Midnight has a balanced foam feel and feels like a 7/10 on our firmness scale. The Nectar mattress has a slow-moving feel, and it’s a 6.5/10 on our scale.

Who Should Get The Helix Midnight?	Who Should Get The Nectar?
Hot sleepers who need a mattress that sleeps cool	Sleepers who prefer a memory foam feel
Folks who need a more supportive mattress	Side sleepers who need plenty of pressure relief
Larger people	Fans of classic, medium-firm mattresses

Helix vs Purple

Product

Firmness

Score

Product

Helix Midnight Mattress

Firmness

Medium-firm: 7/10

Score

4.1 / 5

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Purple Mattress

Firmness

Medium-firm: 6.5/10

Score

4.1 / 5

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The Helix Midnight and Purple mattresses have major differences in their constructions and materials. The hybrid Helix Midnight layers foams over coils, while the original Purple’s comfort layer is made from the brand’s proprietary Purple Grid — a hyper-elastic gel polymer with a unique feel.

These beds vary slightly when it comes to firmness. The Helix Midnight is around a 7/10 (or a bit firmer than average), while we ranked the Purple right around medium-firm at 6.5/10.

Who Should Get The Helix Midnight?	Who Should Get The Purple?
Lightweight and average weight side sleepers	Heavier side sleepers
Fans of a traditional mattress construction	Hot sleepers
Those who want a mattress with better motion isolation	People looking for an extra durable mattress

Helix Mattress Summary

Helix Sleep sells multiple different hybrid mattresses that work for a variety of people. No matter your sleeping position, body type, and personal preference, you should be able to find a Helix mattress that meets your needs.

The mattresses range from soft to firm, and there are a few easy ways to upgrade. The Helix Luxe collection boasts extra lumbar support and cooling features, while the Elite collection is even more durable and luxurious. Folks who weigh more than 300 lb will find the support they need on the Helix Plus mattress, a bed built specifically for heavier people.

Helix Mattress FAQs

Still have questions? We have answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about the Helix line of mattresses!

Is Helix a good mattress?

Yep! The Helix Sleep brand is known for producing quality mattresses in a variety of models that suit different types of sleepers. The best option for you will come down to your preferred sleep position(s) and other sleep needs.

How long do Helix mattresses last?

Each of the hybrid mattresses in Helix’s lineup should last approximately seven to 10 years.

Can you flip a Helix mattress?

No, you cannot flip a Helix mattress. Flipping one of these mattresses would result in sleeping on the firmer support layer underneath instead of the comfort layer, which would create a very uncomfortable sleep surface.

Where can you buy a Helix mattress?

You can buy Helix mattresses online by going to their website, but if you want a great deal use our Helix coupons and promo codes!

Do Helix mattresses sag?

The Helix mattresses should not sag and should not start to lose their support until you’ve had them for at least 10 years. The mattresses feature durable, high-quality materials that should stand up to many years of use.