The Helix Dawn is a firm hybrid mattress constructed from memory foam and supportive coils. It’s one of six different options in the standard Helix line, and it’s offered in a luxury model called the Helix Dawn Luxe.
In this review, I’ll cover everything you need to know about both Helix Dawn models to help you decide if one could be a good fit for you. Keep reading to learn exactly what these beds are made of, how they feel in various sleeping positions, and how they performed on tests evaluating pressure relief, motion transfer, cooling, and more.
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We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types: Financing options are available for this mattress. The Helix Dawn is the firmest model Helix Sleep offers. It uses strong support to provide a great feel for back and stomach sleepers. The hybrid build provides good bounce and mobility so you’ll be able to change positions easily too.
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types: Financing options are available for this mattress. The Helix Dawn is the firmest model Helix Sleep offers. It uses strong support to provide a great feel for back and stomach sleepers. The hybrid build provides good bounce and mobility so you’ll be able to change positions easily too.
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types: Financing options are available for this mattress.Helix Dawn Mattress
Material
Hybrid
Trial Period
100 nights
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Firmness
Firm: 7.5/10
Warranty
10-year warranty
Price Range
$$$$$
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight back sleepers.
Stomach Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight stomach sleepers.
Financing Options
Helix Dawn Mattress
Material
Hybrid
Warranty
10-year warranty
Firmness
Firm: 7.5/10
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Trial Period
100 nights
Price Range
$$$$$
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight back sleepers.
Stomach Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight stomach sleepers.
Financing Options
Helix Dawn Mattress
Material
Hybrid
Firmness
Firm: 7.5/10
Trial Period
100 nights
Warranty
10-year warranty
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Price Range
$$$$$
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight back sleepers.
Stomach Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight stomach sleepers.
Financing Options
Where the Helix Dawn is Featured
Here at Sleepopolis, we use a series of hands-on tests to determine which mattress roundups a bed belongs to and who it might be good for. Here are some of our 2024 mattress roundups that include the Helix Dawn:
- Best Mattress for Stomach Sleepers
- Best Extra-Firm Mattress
- Best Hypoallergenic Mattress
- Best Mattress without Fiberglass
Helix Dawn Mattress Overview
The Helix Dawn is the firmest model in the standard Helix and Helix Luxe lines. This mattress has firm foams up top, providing the sturdy support stomach sleepers should appreciate. Below the foams is a layer of coils for additional bounce and support.
These Helix Dawn models release a strong off-gassing scent after unboxing, but don’t worry – this is completely normal for bed-in-a-box mattresses. Any lingering odor should dissipate within 48 hours if you leave your mattress in a well-ventilated room to decompress and off-gas. I’ll also note that you may need another person to help you unbox your new Helix Dawn; it’s a pretty heavy mattress with a queen size weighing around 100 pounds.
Not only does Helix have a standard line and a luxe line, they also have an ultra-luxurious Helix Elite line. Want to learn more about the Helix brand? Check out our interview with Adam Tishman, a co-founder of Helix Sleep.
Helix Dawn Mattress Sleepopolis Score
I rated this mattress in various categories and then combined them to give the mattress an overall score of 4 out of 5.
The Helix Dawn scores well in most categories, but we rated it lower for its trial period and warranty. A warranty of 20+ years (or lifetime) will earn a 5 star rating because it shows that the brand has confidence in the durability and longevity of its product. Additionally, a trial period of 180+ nights will earn 5 stars because it gives you plenty of time to adjust to the mattress and decide if it’s the one for you. Check out our round up of best mattresses that won’t sag for our top picks for durability and longevity.
Note that this scoring is based on the standard Helix Dawn, not the Helix Dawn Luxe. The Luxe has a longer warranty.
What Is the Helix Dawn Mattress Made Of?
In this section, I’ll break down exactly what’s inside the Helix Dawn and the Helix Dawn Luxe. Knowing the specific materials inside a mattress can help explain what the bed will feel like when you lay down on it. The Helix Dawn is a hybrid mattress, so it contains both memory foam layers and a layer of pocketed coils.
Standard Model
Cover – The Helix Light Breathe Knit cover is made with a soft, light fabric. This material is designed to be breathable and promote airflow, so it should help keep you cool at night. This is a big plus for people who tend to sleep hot.
Comfort Layer – Next is a layer of Helix Dynamic Foam and High-Grade Helix Responsive Foam. Helix Dynamic Foam is a firm, latex-foam hybrid alternative, which contours to your body. Because latex is a bouncy material, it creates the feeling that you’re sleeping “on top” of the bed rather than “inside” it. However, the High-Grade Helix Responsive Foam in this layer still provides enough pressure relief and body contouring for the sleeper to stay comfortable during the night.
Transition Layer – Next up is another layer of High-Grade Helix Responsive Foam. This layer has a higher IFD (Indentation Force Deflection), so it provides strong support and cushioning to relieve pressure around areas like the hips and shoulders.
Support Layer – Next is a layer of pocketed steel coils. These individually wrapped coils limit motion transfer and provide this mattress with a bit of bounce and lift. They also help support your body weight, making it easier for you to roll around and switch positions at night.
Base Layer – Finally, the base layer of DuraDense foam keeps the Helix Dawn supported and structurally sound, allowing it to be durable and long-lasting.
Luxe Model
Cover – The Helix Dawn Luxe’s mattress cover is made of Tencel, an eco-friendly material that’s even better at temperature regulation than standard Helix Dawn’s Light Breathe Knit fabric. For even more cooling, you can upgrade your Dawn’s cover to a GlacioTex Cooling Cover, which helps dissipate body heat.
Pillow Top – The Dawn Luxe includes a pillow top made of high-density Gel Visco. This layer has a firm feel, but it still offers a bit of extra pressure relief for the sleeper.
Comfort Layer – Next is a combined layer of Helix Dynamic Foam and High-Grade Helix Responsive Foam, just like the one in the standard Helix Dawn model.
Transition Layer – A layer of High-Grade Helix Responsive Foam acts as a transition layer, just like the standard Helix Dawn model.
Support Layer – The Helix Dawn Luxe also has a layer of pocketed coils, but these coils are zoned for support. This means that they should feel softer at your shoulders and firmer around your lower back. Zoned support is an especially nice feature for sleepers who deal with back pain.
Base Layer – Rounding things out is a base layer of DuraDense foam, just like the one in the standard Helix Dawn model.
Helix Dawn Mattress Firmness
We score a mattress’s firmness by having several Certified Sleep Science Coaches lay on the mattress and give it a rating between 1 to 10 and then averaging the scores. 1 represents the softest mattress and 10 represents the firmest. A score of 6.5 is our standard for a true medium-firm mattress. Remember that firmness is subjective and is largely dependent on your body type and preferred sleeping position.
We gave the standard Helix Dawn a firmness rating of 7.5 out of 10, which means it’s definitely on the firmer side for a mattress. The Helix Dawn Luxe also felt firm, but its additional pillow top provided a little bit more initial pressure relief than the standard Helix Dawn. Because of this, I gave the Helix Dawn Luxe a score of 7 out of 10 on our firmness scale.
Helix Dawn Mattress
Material
Hybrid
Trial Period
100 nights
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Firmness
Firm: 7.5/10
Warranty
10-year warranty
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight back sleepers.
Stomach Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight stomach sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Helix Dawn Mattress
The Helix Dawn is the firmest model Helix Sleep offers. It uses strong support to provide a great feel for back and stomach sleepers. The hybrid build provides good bounce and mobility so you’ll be able to change positions easily too.
Material
Hybrid
Warranty
10-year warranty
Firmness
Firm: 7.5/10
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Trial Period
100 nights
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight back sleepers.
Stomach Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight stomach sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Helix Dawn Mattress
The Helix Dawn is the firmest model Helix Sleep offers. It uses strong support to provide a great feel for back and stomach sleepers. The hybrid build provides good bounce and mobility so you’ll be able to change positions easily too.
Material
Hybrid
Firmness
Firm: 7.5/10
Trial Period
100 nights
Warranty
10-year warranty
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight back sleepers.
Stomach Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight stomach sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Sleeping Position and Body Weight
We recognize that people come in all shapes and sizes, and people of every size deserve a mattress that works for their body type. We use the weight categories light, average, and heavy to more easily categorize sleepers based on how mattresses will perform for their body type, as most mattresses are designed for the group we call “average” (130 to 250 pounds).
As a general rule, lighter sleepers don’t require as much support as average weight sleepers, and mattresses will tend to feel firmer to them. On the other hand, heavy sleepers tend to need more support than average weight sleepers and tend to sink into the mattress more.
As far as sleeping positions go, side sleepers tend to need a softer mattress while stomach sleepers usually need a firmer, more supportive one. Back sleepers are usually somewhere in the middle.
Is the Helix Dawn a Good Mattress for Light Sleepers (Under 130 pounds)?
- Light Back Sleepers – Light back sleepers will find this bed firmer than average weight sleepers. The standard Helix Dawn could be great for these sleepers, but if you prefer a less firm feel or suffer from back pain, I’d recommend choosing the Helix Dawn Luxe.
- Light Side Sleepers – I would not recommend the standard Helix Dawn or the Helix Dawn Luxe to these sleepers. These mattresses are too firm to provide enough sinkage for side sleepers and may cause uncomfortable pressure around the shoulders and hips. I’d recommend these sleepers check out our roundup of the best soft mattresses instead.
- Light Stomach Sleepers – Most strict stomach sleepers need a firm mattress, and both of the Helix Dawn models are firm enough to fit the bill. I like that these beds help support the hips and pelvis, preventing them from “sinking” too far into the mattress below.
Is the Helix Dawn a Good Mattress for Average Weight Sleepers (130–250 pounds)?
- Average Weight Back Sleepers – These sleepers could appreciate either Helix Dawn model. If you like extra pressure relief, the Helix Dawn Luxe is the better fit, but if you prefer an extra-firm feel, stick with the standard Helix Dawn model.
- Average Weight Side Sleepers – Like light side sleepers, average weight folks will most likely find that both Helix Dawn mattresses are too firm and don’t provide enough relief on sensitive pressure points.
- Average Weight Stomach Sleepers – These sleepers should stick with the firmer standard Helix Dawn model to get enough support to keep their hips and shoulders in line, creating healthy spinal alignment.
Is the Helix Dawn a Good Mattress for Heavy Sleepers (over 250 pounds)?
- Heavy Back Sleepers – Both Helix Dawn models might feel a little softer to these sleepers than they will to sleepers of other weights. However, both mattresses offer plenty of support for heavy back sleepers while still offering some nice pressure relief.
- Heavy Side Sleepers – These sleepers will likely find that both beds are a bit too firm to provide enough cushioning around the hips and shoulders.
- Heavy Stomach Sleepers – These sleepers should like the standard Helix Dawn model, which provides stomach sleepers with enough support to keep their hips and shoulders neutrally aligned.
Helix Dawn Mattress Performance
Here at Sleepopolis, our team of Certified Sleep Science Coaches run a series of tests on each mattress we review. These tests show us how a mattress performs in areas such as pain relief, motion transfer, cooling, and more. The results allow us to make specific recommendations to individual sleepers to help them make an informed decision when purchasing a mattress. Below, I’ll dive into how the Helix Dawn performed on these tests.
Helix Dawn Mattress Pain Relief Performance
We measure pain relief by testing how well a mattress can alleviate tension in pressure building areas like the shoulders, hips, and lower back. To get a better picture of how well the Helix Dawn can relieve pressure, I rolled out a specialized testing mat onto the mattress and then moved into a variety of sleeping positions. The mat translates the pressure buildup into a graphic that uses thermal imaging to map out pressure. Areas ranging from blue to green indicate low pressure and areas with yellow to red indicate high pressure.
Before taking a look at the pressure map, consider your typical sleeping position. For example, I don’t recommend the Helix Dawn mattress to strict side sleepers, as it’s not soft enough to properly cradle the pressure points on their hips and shoulders. In short, take your sleeping position into account, as this will largely determine how the mattress will perform for you.
I think back and stomach sleepers with back pain could really enjoy the Helix Dawn or the Helix Dawn Luxe, especially the zoned support in the Luxe. As you can see on the map, there is a lot of pressure building around the hips and shoulders regardless of the sleeping position, which tells us that sleepers with preexisting shoulder pain may not find relief from this mattress. I’d recommend one of our best mattresses for shoulder pain instead. Stomach sleepers with hip pain should find relief on this mattress, but back and side sleepers with hip pain may want to check out one of our best memory foam mattresses.
Motion Transfer
Motion transfer refers to how well a mattress is able to absorb movement. This is an important factor to consider if you’re sharing a bed with a partner, pet, or child. When a mattress has low motion transfer, you’re unlikely to be disturbed by any movement on the other side of the bed. We test motion transfer by conducting a seismometer test, which gives us an idea of how the mattress absorbs motion.
Seismometer Test
The seismometer test involves dropping a 10-pound steel ball from heights of four inches, eight inches, and 12 inches, then measuring the disturbance it causes: the bigger the lines on the graph, the bigger the disturbance and the higher the motion transfer. The three heights represent three types of motion: tossing and turning, getting out of bed, and jumping on the bed.
I would say the Helix Dawn does an average job when it comes to motion transfer. Other Helix models contain Memory Plus Foam, which really helps to absorb movement, but the latex foam in this model has a bit more bounce to it. These certainly weren’t the worst results I’ve ever seen, but the mediocre motion isolation is something couples should think seriously about, especially if one or both are light sleepers. The Helix Dawn Luxe received similar results on this test.
Responsiveness
We test a mattress’s responsiveness by laying down on it and seeing how easy it is to move around. Hybrid mattresses with coils (such as the Helix Dawn) tend to have a high response to pressure and have a bit of bounce. Responsive mattresses are usually good for sex since they make it easy to change positions and move around. These traits also make them good for combination sleepers who switch sleeping positions at night.
The Helix Dawn has a more “on top” of the bed feel rather than an “in” the bed feel, so switching between sleeping positions was a breeze. The latex and coils give this mattress a bit of bounce, which also helps with movement and prevents feeling “stuck” in the bed.
Cooling
Several factors contribute to a mattress’s cooling ability. First and foremost, we consider its construction. Since the Helix Dawn contains coils, there’s plenty of room for air to flow through the mattress and keep it cool.
Further temperature regulation comes from the breathable knit cover on the standard Helix Dawn. The Helix Dawn Luxe does sleep a bit cooler because of its Tencel cover, which provides even more airflow and breathability. This is a bonus for couples, who often overheat more quickly than solo sleepers. We’ve begun the process of testing each mattress with a thermal gun, but haven’t done it yet for the Helix Dawn.
Keep in mind that several outside factors can affect cooling, including the temperature of your bedroom, how close your bed is to an air vent or window, and your body’s own temperature, which can vary from person to person.
Edge Support
Edge support is how well a mattress supports you when you lay along the edges. A mattress with good edge support will be just as strong and study at the perimeter as it is in the center. This is an appealing feature for couples who like to spread out, heavier people who want to avoid premature sagging, and those who love using the entire surface of the bed.
I was impressed by the edge support on both the standard Helix Dawn and Helix Dawn Luxe. The reinforced layer of pocketed coils at the edges of these beds indicates durability, and they shouldn’t be prone to premature sagging.
Helix Dawn Mattress Performance For Couples
Based on the Helix Dawn’s performance on our tests, I believe it could be a good pick for couples, especially if both couples enjoy a firmer mattress. These mattresses were able to sleep cool, be responsive, and provide excellent edge support. The area that might pose a challenge is motion transfer, as it wasn’t the best at isolating motion. If one or both partners are especially light sleepers, they may be easily disturbed by the other’s movement.
Helix Dawn Mattress
Material
Hybrid
Trial Period
100 nights
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Firmness
Firm: 7.5/10
Warranty
10-year warranty
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight back sleepers.
Stomach Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight stomach sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Helix Dawn Mattress
The Helix Dawn is the firmest model Helix Sleep offers. It uses strong support to provide a great feel for back and stomach sleepers. The hybrid build provides good bounce and mobility so you’ll be able to change positions easily too.
Material
Hybrid
Warranty
10-year warranty
Firmness
Firm: 7.5/10
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Trial Period
100 nights
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight back sleepers.
Stomach Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight stomach sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Helix Dawn Mattress
The Helix Dawn is the firmest model Helix Sleep offers. It uses strong support to provide a great feel for back and stomach sleepers. The hybrid build provides good bounce and mobility so you’ll be able to change positions easily too.
Material
Hybrid
Firmness
Firm: 7.5/10
Trial Period
100 nights
Warranty
10-year warranty
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight back sleepers.
Stomach Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight stomach sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
My Final Thoughts about the Helix Dawn Mattress
As we wrap up this review, I want to leave you with my final thoughts on who would be compatible with the Helix Dawn, and who may want to avoid it.
Who I Recommend the Helix Dawn Mattress For
- This mattress is ideal for stomach sleepers, as its firm feel and sturdy construction should prevent their hips from sinking too far into the mattress and disrupting spinal alignment.
- I really like the Helix Dawn for heavy sleepers (those over 250 pounds). It’s firm enough to be supportive and has the edge support needed to prevent sagging.
- I also see this mattress being great for back sleepers, especially those who prefer a firm mattress.
Who I Don’t Recommend the Helix Dawn Mattress For
- Both Helix Dawn mattresses are likely too firm for side sleepers, who may find a build-up in pressure at their hips and shoulders. I’d recommend the softer Helix Sunset mattress or one of our best mattresses for side sleepers for a better fit.
- Budget shoppers may want to stick with the standard Helix Dawn model, as the Helix Dawn Luxe is on the more expensive side.
Helix Dawn Pricing and Sizing
Price is a huge factor when choosing a new mattress. Take a look at the table below to see what the standard Helix Dawn and Helix Dawn Luxe cost. Be sure to visit our Helix mattress coupon page to get a good deal on these beds.
Helix Dawn Mattress
Material
Hybrid
Trial Period
100 nights
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Firmness
Firm: 7.5/10
Warranty
10-year warranty
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight back sleepers.
Stomach Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight stomach sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Helix Dawn Mattress
The Helix Dawn is the firmest model Helix Sleep offers. It uses strong support to provide a great feel for back and stomach sleepers. The hybrid build provides good bounce and mobility so you’ll be able to change positions easily too.
Material
Hybrid
Warranty
10-year warranty
Firmness
Firm: 7.5/10
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Trial Period
100 nights
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight back sleepers.
Stomach Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight stomach sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Helix Dawn Mattress
The Helix Dawn is the firmest model Helix Sleep offers. It uses strong support to provide a great feel for back and stomach sleepers. The hybrid build provides good bounce and mobility so you’ll be able to change positions easily too.
Material
Hybrid
Firmness
Firm: 7.5/10
Trial Period
100 nights
Warranty
10-year warranty
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight back sleepers.
Stomach Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight stomach sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
| Size | Helix | Helix Luxe |
|---|---|---|
| Twin | $799 | $1,199 |
| Twin XL | $899 | $1,449 |
| Full | $1,049 | $1,749 |
| Queen | $1,199 | $2,049 |
| King | $1,549 | $2,499 |
| California King | $1,549 | $2,499 |
Does the Helix Dawn come with a sleep trial?
Yes, the Helix Dawn and Helix Dawn Luxe both come with a 100-night sleep trial period. If you don’t like your Helix mattress, you can return it within that time frame for a full refund.
Does the Helix Dawn come with a mattress limited warranty?
Yes, the standard Helix Dawn comes with a 10-year warranty. The Helix Dawn Luxe comes with a 15-year warranty.
How does the Helix Dawn mattress ship?
All Helix mattresses ship for free. They will arrive compressed in a box.
Do I need a box spring with the Helix Dawn mattress?
No, any hard flat surface will work to support the standard Helix Dawn and Helix Dawn Luxe mattresses. That includes box springs, platform bed frames, and even adjustable bases.
Where are Helix mattresses made?
Helix mattresses are made in the USA.
Helix Dawn Mattress
Material
Hybrid
Trial Period
100 nights
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Firmness
Firm: 7.5/10
Warranty
10-year warranty
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight back sleepers.
Stomach Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight stomach sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Helix Dawn Mattress
The Helix Dawn is the firmest model Helix Sleep offers. It uses strong support to provide a great feel for back and stomach sleepers. The hybrid build provides good bounce and mobility so you’ll be able to change positions easily too.
Material
Hybrid
Warranty
10-year warranty
Firmness
Firm: 7.5/10
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Trial Period
100 nights
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight back sleepers.
Stomach Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight stomach sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Helix Dawn Mattress
The Helix Dawn is the firmest model Helix Sleep offers. It uses strong support to provide a great feel for back and stomach sleepers. The hybrid build provides good bounce and mobility so you’ll be able to change positions easily too.
Material
Hybrid
Firmness
Firm: 7.5/10
Trial Period
100 nights
Warranty
10-year warranty
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight back sleepers.
Stomach Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight stomach sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Helix Dawn Mattress Vs
It’s always a good idea to compare a bed you’re considering to a few other mattresses on the market. Below, I’ll compare the standard Helix Dawn model to two other popular beds — the Casper and the DreamCloud.
Helix Dawn vs Casper
The Casper mattress feels a little softer than the Helix Dawn, but it’s still a firm mattress. It features zoned support similar to the one in the Helix Dawn Luxe.
- Price: The Casper is slightly cheaper than the standard Helix Dawn.
- Sleeping position: The Casper is a better choice for side sleepers, and the Helix Dawn is better for stomach sleepers. Back sleepers should be fine on either.
- Cooling: The Helix Dawn sleeps cooler than the Casper due to the inclusion of coils, which promote more airflow than all-foam mattresses.
- Body weight: The Helix Dawn is overall better for heavier folks, but heavy side sleepers could also enjoy the Casper.
Read more in our full Casper mattress review mattress review.
Casper Original Mattress
Material
Foam
Trial Period
100 nights
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Firmness
Firm: 7/10
Warranty
10-year limited warranty
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Seniors
This bed is perfect for senior sleepers.
Back Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from back pain.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
"From the delivery of the box to the magical unfolding of the king size mattress to the first time laying on the bed, all smiles here! I have traveled for work for years, often sleeping on different beds at different hotels night after night."
Paul, Casper customerCasper Original Mattress
The Casper Original is an all-foam mattress that is a great option for back sleepers who want a balance of support and pressure relief. Combination sleepers will appreciate this mattress's responsiveness, which makes it easy to change positions throughout the night.
Material
Foam
Warranty
10-year limited warranty
Firmness
Firm: 7/10
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Trial Period
100 nights
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Seniors
This bed is perfect for senior sleepers.
Back Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from back pain.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
"From the delivery of the box to the magical unfolding of the king size mattress to the first time laying on the bed, all smiles here! I have traveled for work for years, often sleeping on different beds at different hotels night after night."
Paul, Casper customer
Casper Original Mattress
The Casper Original is an all-foam mattress that is a great option for back sleepers who want a balance of support and pressure relief. Combination sleepers will appreciate this mattress's responsiveness, which makes it easy to change positions throughout the night.
Material
Foam
Firmness
Firm: 7/10
Trial Period
100 nights
Warranty
10-year limited warranty
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Seniors
This bed is perfect for senior sleepers.
Back Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from back pain.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
"From the delivery of the box to the magical unfolding of the king size mattress to the first time laying on the bed, all smiles here! I have traveled for work for years, often sleeping on different beds at different hotels night after night."
Paul, Casper customerHelix Dawn vs DreamCloud
The DreamCloud is a hybrid mattress like the Helix Dawn but has more of a medium-firm feel.
- Price: The Helix Dawn is cheaper than the DreamCloud
- Sleeping position: The DreamCloud is ideal for back sleepers and some side sleepers, though some strict side sleepers may find it too firm. The Helix Dawn is also good for back sleepers, and it’s ideal for stomach sleepers.
- Cooling: Both mattresses sleep cool and could be good picks for hot sleepers.
- Body weight: The Helix Dawn is the more supportive choice for heavier sleepers.
Read more in our full DreamCloud mattress review.
DreamCloud Original Mattress
Material
Hybrid
Trial Period
365 nights
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Firmness
Firm: 7/10
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.
Seniors
This bed is perfect for senior sleepers.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight back sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
I have purchased 5 different Dreamcloud mattresses over the years and never once disappointed. Always fast shipping. Fantastic pricing. But by far the best feature is the quality of the Dreamcloud mattress. Also very impressed with the free bedding (sheets) that came with my recent two purchases. Don’t change what you are doing/offering. It’s perfect in every way.
Delores E., DreamCloud customerDreamCloud Original Mattress
The DreamCloud Mattress is a luxury hybrid mattress made with layers of memory foam and pocketed coils. It offers a great combination of support and pressure relief that back sleepers will really enjoy.
Material
Hybrid
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Firmness
Firm: 7/10
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Trial Period
365 nights
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.
Seniors
This bed is perfect for senior sleepers.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight back sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
I have purchased 5 different Dreamcloud mattresses over the years and never once disappointed. Always fast shipping. Fantastic pricing. But by far the best feature is the quality of the Dreamcloud mattress. Also very impressed with the free bedding (sheets) that came with my recent two purchases. Don’t change what you are doing/offering. It’s perfect in every way.
Delores E., DreamCloud customer
DreamCloud Original Mattress
The DreamCloud Mattress is a luxury hybrid mattress made with layers of memory foam and pocketed coils. It offers a great combination of support and pressure relief that back sleepers will really enjoy.
Material
Hybrid
Firmness
Firm: 7/10
Trial Period
365 nights
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.
Seniors
This bed is perfect for senior sleepers.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight back sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
I have purchased 5 different Dreamcloud mattresses over the years and never once disappointed. Always fast shipping. Fantastic pricing. But by far the best feature is the quality of the Dreamcloud mattress. Also very impressed with the free bedding (sheets) that came with my recent two purchases. Don’t change what you are doing/offering. It’s perfect in every way.
Delores E., DreamCloud customerOther Models from Helix
As I’ve mentioned, Helix Sleep offers several other bed-in-a-box hybrids. You can find out more about all of Helix’s models in our Helix mattress review and Helix Luxe mattress review. Below, I’ll compare the standard Helix Dawn model to the standard Helix Dusk and Helix Moonlight mattresses.
Helix Dawn vs Helix Dusk
The Helix Dusk is a hybrid mattress built with the same materials as the Helix Dawn but with more of a medium-firm feel.
- Price: These mattresses are priced the same, but the Luxe model of both is more expensive.
- Sleeping position: Back and side combination sleepers might prefer the softer Helix Dusk model.
- Cooling: These mattresses perform the same in the cooling category.
- Body weight: The Helix Dawn is the better choice for heavier sleepers and provides more support.
Read more in our full Helix Dusk mattress review.
Helix Dusk Mattress
Material
Hybrid
Trial Period
100 nights
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Firmness
Medium-soft: 6/10
Warranty
10-year warranty
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight, average weight, and heavyweight back sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Bought our first Helix Dusk 5 years ago (a king for my husband and I) and it’s still amazing. No body impressions. Our large and small sizes and side and back sleep positions all do well on this mattress. We only buy Helix mattresses now, and have been gradually replacing our children’s and guest mattresses with Helix Dusk. Our guests all comment Read more about review stating We only buy Helix nowthey like the mattress too.
Christine R., Helix customerHelix Dusk Mattress
The Helix Dusk mattress has a medium firm feel that's great for back sleepers! This mattress offers great contouring that doesn't make you feel like you’re “stuck in” bed making it a great choice for back sleepers as well as combination sleepers.
Material
Hybrid
Warranty
10-year warranty
Firmness
Medium-soft: 6/10
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Trial Period
100 nights
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight, average weight, and heavyweight back sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Bought our first Helix Dusk 5 years ago (a king for my husband and I) and it’s still amazing. No body impressions. Our large and small sizes and side and back sleep positions all do well on this mattress. We only buy Helix mattresses now, and have been gradually replacing our children’s and guest mattresses with Helix Dusk. Our guests all comment Read more about review stating We only buy Helix nowthey like the mattress too.
Christine R., Helix customer
Helix Dusk Mattress
The Helix Dusk mattress has a medium firm feel that's great for back sleepers! This mattress offers great contouring that doesn't make you feel like you’re “stuck in” bed making it a great choice for back sleepers as well as combination sleepers.
Material
Hybrid
Firmness
Medium-soft: 6/10
Trial Period
100 nights
Warranty
10-year warranty
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight, average weight, and heavyweight back sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Bought our first Helix Dusk 5 years ago (a king for my husband and I) and it’s still amazing. No body impressions. Our large and small sizes and side and back sleep positions all do well on this mattress. We only buy Helix mattresses now, and have been gradually replacing our children’s and guest mattresses with Helix Dusk. Our guests all comment Read more about review stating We only buy Helix nowthey like the mattress too.
Christine R., Helix customerHelix Dawn vs Helix Moonlight
The Helix Moonlight is one of the softest mattresses offered by Helix. It is built similarly to the Helix Dawn, so it has the same responsive, bouncy feel.
- Price: These mattresses are priced the same, but the Luxe model of both is more expensive.
- Sleeping position: Side sleepers will probably prefer the softer Helix Moonlight over the Helix Dawn.
- Cooling: These mattresses perform the same in the cooling category.
- Body weight: The Helix Moonlight is likely too soft for heavier sleepers, but the Helix Dawn should be supportive enough.
Read more in our full Helix Moonlight mattress review.
Our Review Process
At Sleepopolis, our team of Certified Sleep Science Coaches personally test each mattress. We start by unboxing the mattress to figure out how difficult (or easy) it is to get the mattress from the box to the bed. Then, we spend time laying on the bed in different positions, taking time to assess it on our backs, stomachs, and sides. Next, we perform our Sleepopolis tests, using specialized tools to measure qualities like motion transfer, bounce, and pressure relief. Our last step is to open up the mattress and take a look at each layer. These steps allow us to give our final verdict on the mattress.
