HELIX HYBRID MATTRESS REVIEW
Brand Overview
Founded in 2014, Helix is one of the most popular mattress companies on the market. The main reason for Helix’s popularity is their unique sleep quiz and the extensive mattress options available. The sleep quiz is a great tool that allows you to find the right mattress for yourself based on an algorithm that factors in your preferred sleep position, weight, comfort level, and other personal aspects. Helix offers six mattress options covering all firmness and comfort levels from extra soft to an extra firm.
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Mattress Synopsis
The Helix Hybrid has six hybrid mattresses models. You can even opt for the Luxe version of each of these six mattresses, which has a velvety quilted top, additional zoned lumbar support, and five more years added to the warranty.
The softest mattresses are the Helix Sunset and Helix Moonlight. Next is the medium firm Helix Midnight and Helix Dusk. Lastly, are the firm Helix Twilight and Helix Dawn. The Sunset, Midnight, and Twilight models are specifically aimed at side sleepers. The Moonlight, Dusk, and Dawn are more suitable for back and stomach sleepers.
Helix Hybrid Mattress Review Criteria
- Mattress Construction
- Firmness / Support Level
- Cooling / Motion Transfer
- Trial Period / Price
Construction
- Cover– Each of the standard Helix mattresses comes with a soft 100% polyester cover. It is very pliable and stretchy which allows it to move flexibly along with mattress .
- Comfort Layer– This layer defines the firmness and feel of the various Helix Hybrid mattresses. The softer Sunset, Twilight, and Midnight versions sport a pliable memory foam comfort layer. The memory foam affords these mattress models with a soft cushiony comfort level that allows the sleeper to "sink in" to the mattress.
The Moonlight, Dusk, and Dawn versions have a high-density Helix polyfoam as an alternative to the memory foam. This high-density polyfoam keeps the mattress firm. - Transition Layer– The transition layer provides a buffer between the foam layer above it and the coil layer below it. The Helix Moonlight and Sunset versions have a Helix Dynamic foam layer as the transition layer while the Helix Midnight, Twilight, and Dawn sport a general polyfoam layer. The Helix Dusk and Helix Plus mattresses have a memory foam transition layer.
- Support Layer– The support layer is made of individually wrapped stainless-steel coils. This promotes optimal air circulation and motion isolation. This coil core gives good support to the mattress and the foam layers above. It allows the mattress to bounce back and remain springy despite the foam layer. The Luxe options have an additional zoned layer along with this coil layer to give better lumbar support to the body.
- Base– The base of the mattress keeps the entire structure stable against the constant movements on the surface. The base of the mattress is made with high-density foam and acts to keep the mattress together and stationary. This base also supports the coil structure of the mattress from compressing too deeply.
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Transition Layer |
Support Layer |
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Motion Isolation
Motion isolation refers to how well the mattress performs in separating movement in one area of the mattress from the other parts of the mattress. Most hybrid mattresses have low motion isolation owing to the coil structure in their construction while an all-foam mattress has the best motion isolation feature. The motion isolation of the various Helix mattress models is discussed below:
Helix Sunset, Midnight, and Twilight Mattress
These models are on the softer side of their respective firmness levels. Their construction has similar constituents with memory foam comfort layer and transitory polyfoam layer. This allows the mattress to have a low-motion transfer. The Sunset model does best owing to the soft memory foam that allows the sleeper to sink in more into the mattress thereby cocooning them from their partner movements.
Helix Moonlight, Dusk, and Dawn Mattress
The Moonlight, Dusk, and Dawn mattress models are on the higher end of their firmness levels. This makes them in general better at isolating movement. The memory foam layers coupled with the transition polyfoam layer absorb motion within a region to a great extent with the Dusk model absorbing the most motion with its middle range firmness level.
Firmness Level
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Firmness Level |
Firmness Rating (Out of 10) |
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Pressure Relief
As you sleep there is a pressure built-up on the different parts of your body like the hip area, shoulders, lower back, etc. The pressure area is defined by your sleeping position. Different Helix models give different levels of pressure relief. This is dictated by the firmness level they have.
Helix Sunset, Midnight, and Twilight Mattress
These models fall under the lower end of their respective firmness levels. The Midnight and Twilight models offer good pressure relief. Light-weight sleepers under 130 lbs. will find that the Sunset model gives them good pressure relief and support.
Helix Moonlight, Dusk, and Dawn Mattress
The higher-firmness levels offer good pressure relief to their sleepers. The foam used in their construction allows the sleeper to sink into the mattress. This allows the body curves and joints to be cradled by the mattress.
Body Temperature Regulation
Generally, hybrid mattresses have good air circulation that prevents the mattress from heating up. All of the Helix mattress models have a breathable outer cover and an individually encased coil layer that promotes air circulation throughout the mattress. This prevents the mattress from trapping any body heat within it and promotes effective temperature regulation.
Edge Support
All the Helix mattress models sport good edge support. The edges are reinforced with strong inseam stitching and bolstered with extra strong perimeter fencing to prevent them from sagging on the sides. The firmer mattress models fair very well in keeping the mattress straight and bouncy with no drooping at the corners.
Off-Gassing
Hybrid mattresses fair better in off-gassing than their foam counterparts. This is because the coil structure allows the air to circulate freely and prevents it from getting trapped. As with all other new mattresses the Helix mattresses also have a certain amount of odor when originally unpacked. This is a very faint smell and dissipates within a few hours.
Pricing and Size Chart
All of the Helix Mattresses are very competitively priced. The prices are standard amongst all Helix models and only differ as per the size of the mattress.
Size |
Dimensions |
Helix Mattress Price |
Helix Luxe Price |
Helix Plus Price |
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Twin |
39x75 inches |
$699 |
$1,099 |
$849 |
Twin XL |
39x80 inches |
$799 |
$1,349 |
$925 |
Full |
54x75 inches |
$949 |
$1,649 |
$1,149 |
Queen |
60x80 inches |
$1,099 |
$1,949 |
$1,649 |
King |
76x80 inches |
$1,449 |
$2,349 |
$2,049 |
Cal. King |
72x84 inches |
$1,449 |
$2,349 |
$2,049 |
Benefits of Buying Helix Mattress
- Comes with plenty of firmness choices
- You have the option to upgrade to the Luxe version for better comfort and lumbar support
- Optimal air circulation keeps the mattress cool
- Minimal motion transfer makes it a good option for light sleepers
- Good price point with excellent value for money
- 10-year hassle-free warranty period
- Superior construction for high durability and resilience
- Has a good bounce and springy feel to it
Who Should Buy?
- Individuals wanting a range of firmness options to choose from
- All kinds of sleepers including combination and stomach sleepers
- Lightweight persons looking for a good sink in comfort level
- People who tend to wake up easily wanting a quiet mattress
- If you are on a budget and want a good value for money mattress
- Persons wanting additional lumbar and spinal support
- Hot sleepers looking for efficient body temperature regulation
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Company Policies
Warranty
All the Helix Mattress base models come with a 10-year warranty period while the Luxe model comes with a 15-year warranty. This covers all manufacturing defects and damages. The warranty also covers any impressions more than 1-inch deep into the mattress and all the assembly defects present on the outer cover. It is a non-transferable warranty that is only applicable to the original buyers of the mattress. In the case of a resale, the warranty is considered void.
Sleep Trial
The company gives its customers a 100-night free sleep trial period. The trial period begins from the day the mattress is delivered. You need to try the mattress for 30 nights before initiating a return with the company. You can return the mattress any time after the 30-night mandatory trial period. The company will pick up the mattress and initiate a full refund.
Shipping
You get free shipping for the Helix mattresses across all 48 contiguous US states. A shipping fee and customs tax are applicable for Canadian shipments. The mattress is delivered in a compressed form duly wrapped in plastic to keep it protected from transit damage and shipped via FedEx ground shipping.
