The Helix Dawn is a firm hybrid mattress made with contouring memory foam and supportive pocketed coils. It’s one of six different options in the standard Helix line, and it is also offered in a luxury model called the Helix Dawn Luxe. Today, I’m going to review both Helix Dawn models to help you decide if they’re good fits for your sleeping needs.
Read on to learn exactly what these beds are made of, how they feel in various sleeping positions, and how they performed during my specialized tests that evaluate pressure relief, edge support, and motion transfer.
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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
Is the Helix Dawn a Good Mattress for You?
The Helix Dawn is the firmest model in the standard Helix and Helix Luxe lines. If you want more information about the other standard or luxe models that Helix offers, check out our Helix mattress review and Helix Luxe mattress review. You can also head to the Helix Sleep website and take their sleep quiz, which will recommend one of their mattress models to you based on your specific answers. In the meantime, take a look below to see who the Helix Dawn and Helix Dawn Luxe mattresses might work for.
Who I recommend the Helix Dawn mattress for
- Stomach sleepers should enjoy both the standard Helix Dawn and the Helix Dawn Luxe. I’d recommend sticking with the standard Helix Dawn if you prefer more of an extra-firm feel to your mattress. If you’d rather have some added pressure relief, go with the Helix Dawn Luxe, which includes an addition pillow top.
- Heavy people (over 250 pounds) should get the support they need on both of these mattresses. If you’re looking for softer feeling support, check out the Helix Plus mattress — it was specifically designed with plus-size folks in mind.
- Back sleepers who like a firm feel should be able to sleep comfortably on either Helix Dawn model.
Who I don’t recommend the Helix Dawn mattress for
- Both of the Helix Dawn mattresses are most likely going to be too firm for strict side sleepers. I’d recommend that these sleepers check out the softer Helix Sunset mattress, or they can check out our roundup of the best mattresses for side sleepers to find a better fit.
- Light sleepers who share a bed might prefer a mattress with better motion isolation in order to avoid feeling disturbed by their partner’s movements during the night.
- Budget shoppers are probably going to want to stick with the standard Helix Dawn model, as the Helix Dawn Luxe is on the more expensive side.
How Firm is the Helix Dawn Mattress?
Next, let’s get into how these beds actually feel. Before we get into the details, I should stress that firmness is subjective. How firm or soft you find a model will depend on variables like your body type and preferred sleep position. To give you a frame of reference, I am 5’10”, 190 pounds, and a strict stomach sleeper.
I rate mattress firmness on a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being incredibly plush and 10 being the firmest bed possible. The industry standard for a medium-firm mattress is set at a 6.5 out of 10 on our firmness scale. After lying on the standard Helix Dawn, I gave it 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 had. I gave the Helix Dawn Luxe a score of 7 out of 10 on our firmness scale.
Because these beds are firm, I would definitely recommend them for strict stomach sleepers, like myself. A firm mattress helps prevent these sleepers’ hips from sinking down too far into their mattress, keeping them in line with our shoulders. This is exactly how we want to sleep in order to keep our spine neutrally aligned during the night.
If you prefer an extra-firm feel, I’s recommend sticking with the standard Helix Dawn. If you like a little more pressure relief in your bed, opt for the Helix Dawn Luxe. If you’re looking for something even softer, several of Helix’s other models — like the Helix Midnight — use the brand’s proprietary Memory Plus Foam, which offers a more pressure-relieving feel.
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
Helix Dawn Mattress Performance
While firmness is an important consideration, it’s certainly not the only thing to keep in mind when picking out a new mattress. When I’m reviewing a mattress, I like to run a few experiments so I can evaluate how a bed might perform for different types of sleepers. Take a look below to see how this bed performs for different body types, sleepers with pain, and couples.
Testing the Helix Dawn Mattress in Different Sleeping Positions
The standard Helix Dawn and the Helix Dawn Luxe will feel different to you depending on your weight and preferred sleeping position. Keep reading below to learn more about which kinds of sleepers work best for each of these beds.
Is the Helix Dawn a Good Mattress for Light Sleepers (Under 130 pounds)?
- Light Back Sleepers – The standard Helix Dawn is pretty firm, thanks to its supportive foam layers. However, the Helix Dawn Luxe includes a pillow top layer that offers extra cushioning in this bed. 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. Both of these mattresses are quite firm, so they could cause some uncomfortable pressure around the shoulders and hips. I’d recommend that 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 should like either Helix Dawn model. If you like a little more 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, these folks will most likely find that both of the Helix Dawn mattresses are too firm to provide relief to their sensitive pressure points.
- Average Weight Stomach Sleepers – These sleepers should stick with the firmer standard Helix Dawn model to get the support they need in order to keep their hips and shoulders in line, creating a healthy spinal alignment during the night.
Is the Helix Dawn a Good Mattress for Heavy Sleepers (Over 250 pounds)?
- Heavy Back Sleepers – Both of the 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, as well).
- Heavy Side Sleepers – These sleepers will likely find that both of these beds feel a little bit too firm to them. These sleepers probably won’t be comfortable side sleeping on either Helix Dawn model.
- Heavy Stomach Sleepers – These sleepers should stick with the standard Helix Dawn model to ensure that they are getting firm enough support in order to keep their hips and shoulders neutrally aligned.
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
Helix Dawn Mattress Pain Relief Performance
The last thing you want out of a mattress is to wake up each morning with aches and pains because there’s too much pressure on certain parts of your body. That’s why it’s important to choose a mattress that cushions your specific pain points.
To get a sense of how a mattress relieves pain in potentially sensitive spots, like your joints and lower back, I use a pressure map, which I roll out on top of the mattress and lie down on. The map results are color-coded to show areas of low pressure (blue) and high pressure (red). Take a look below to see what the standard Helix Dawn’s pressure map looked like.
Back Pain — The blue in the back area suggests that the standard Helix Dawn could work for back sleepers with back pain. However, I’d personally recommend the Helix Dawn Luxe to back sleepers with back pain, since its zoned support layer was designed to help them find relief. Either of these models would also be a good choice for stomach sleepers with back pain. However, I’d steer side sleepers with back pain to a softer mattress.
Shoulder Pain — Looking at the pressure map, it seems like the Helix Dawn could work for back sleepers with shoulder pain. However, after testing both Helix Dawn mattresses, I’d recommend one of our best mattresses for shoulder pain instead. I’d also recommend that stomach and side sleepers with shoulder pain check out one of those options. I think these beds are too firm for sleepers with stiff shoulders.
Hip Pain — Based on all the green on this map, I’d say the Helix Dawn is not a good choice for back sleepers with hip pain. It will most likely create too much pressure around the hips, leading to soreness. The same goes for side sleepers with hip pain. Instead, these sleepers can check out one of our best memory foam mattresses. However, I think stomach sleepers with hip pain will be able to sleep comfortably on this mattress, since their hips should stay propped up and aligned with their spine.
Helix Dawn Mattress Performance for Couples
Couples need a mattress that reduces motion transfer, works well for sex, has strong edge support, and stays cool throughout the night. Keep reading below to learn more about those terms and find out how the Helix Dawn stacks up.
Motion Transfer
If you are lying on your side of the bed and a partner (or pet) moves around on the other side, how much will that movement disturb you? That’s what my motion transfer experiment measures.
To test motion transfer, I put a seismometer on the side of the bed where one person would be sleeping, and then I drop a 10-pound steel ball from three different heights on the other side to mimic the movements of a partner rolling over or getting out of bed. The seismometer measures exactly how much disturbance this causes on the opposite side of the mattress.
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 absorbs 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 absorption is something couples should think seriously about, especially if one or both are light sleepers. The Helix Dawn Luxe got similar results on this test.
Sex
The best mattresses for sex are usually pretty bouncy and have nice responsiveness, which makes it easy to move around and switch positions. Both of the Helix Dawn models are easy to move around on, which makes them good choices for sex.
Cooling
Both of the Helix Dawn models sleep cool, thanks to their breathable pocketed coil layers. However, the Helix Dawn Luxe does sleep a bit cooler because of its additional cover made of Tencel (more on this later). This is a bonus for couples, who often overheat more quickly than solo sleepers.
Edge Support
Edge support measures how sturdy the edges of a mattress are, which dictates how much of the surface area you can use — an important consideration for couples. I found that both the standard Helix Dawn and the Helix Dawn Luxe showed great edge support, likely thanks to the reinforced layer of pocketed coils at the edges of these beds. If you’re concerned about durability, this is also a good indicator that these mattress shouldn’t sag prematurely.
What is the Helix Dawn Mattress Made Of?
I always like to break down exactly what’s inside a mattress, as the specifics of the materials can help explain why a bed feels a certain way. The Helix Dawn is a hybrid mattress, so it contains both memory foam layers and a layer of pocketed coils. Keep reading to see what the standard Helix Dawn and the Helix Dawn Luxe are made of.
Standard Model
Cover — The Helix Light Breathe Knit cover is made with a light fabric that’s soft to the touch. This material is designed to be breathable, promoting airflow to help keep you cool at night — a big consideration for people who tend to sleep hot.
Comfort Layer — Next up comes 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, this lift is slightly counteracted by the High-Grade Helix Responsive Foam that’s also included in this layer, which helps to still provide 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. However, this layer has a lower IFD (Indentation Force Deflection), so it provides strong ergonomic support and cushioning, relieving pressure around areas like the hips and shoulders.
Support Layer — Beneath these layers of foam is a body shape layer made of pocketed coils. These individually wrapped coils limit motion transfer and provide this mattress with a little bit more 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. If you want to double down on the cooling technology in your mattress, you can also choose to upgrade your Dawn’s cover to a GlacioTex Cooling Cover, which helps dissipate body heat.
Pillow Top — The Dawn Luxe features 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 to the sleeper.
Comfort Layer — Next up comes 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 — Then there’s another layer of High-Grade Helix Responsive Foam, just like the standard Helix Dawn model.
Support Layer — There is also a pocketed coil layer included in the Helix Dawn Luxe. However, 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 Unboxing and Off-Gassing
Both of the Helix Dawn models do release a strong off-gassing scent after they’re unboxed. However, any odor should dissipate within 48 hours, as long as you leave your mattress in a well-ventilated room to decompress and off-gas. You may also want to ensure you have a friend on hand to help you unbox your new Helix Dawn Luxe, as this is a pretty heavy mattress — a queen size weighs around 100 pounds.
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
My Final Thoughts about the Helix Dawn Mattress
The Helix Dawn is the firmest model Helix Sleep offers, and both of these models use extra support to provide a strong feel for back and stomach sleepers. The hybrid builds provide additional bounce and mobility, so sleepers should be able to easily change positions easily, as well. Below, I’ll list some more of my favorite things about these mattresses.
My favorite things about the Helix Dawn mattress
I really appreciate how supportive these mattresses are. Stomach sleepers, back sleepers, and heavy people (those over 250 pounds) could all benefit from the firm feel of this bed. No matter which model you choose, the Helix Dawn really delivers on lumbar support. However, if you’re looking for extra plushness and additional cooling components, I’d upgrade to the Helix Dawn Luxe.
I also think these mattresses are quite durable. Their firm coil layer and reinforced edges make me pretty confident that they won’t sag early. If you’re on the hunt for a mattress that will last you several years, the Helix Dawn models are both worth a second look.
My Helix Dawn mattress complaints
Both of the Helix Dawn models are quite firm (though the Helix Dawn Luxe does offer some extra cushioning), so if you’re someone who prefers more pressure relief, you’re probably not going to be super comfortable on either of the Helix Dawn mattresses. Similarly, if you’re looking for some sinkage and body-contouring, I don’t think the standard Helix Dawn or the Helix Dawn Luxe is going to be the best choice for you.
How Much Does The Helix Dawn Cost?
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.
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
| 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 |
Helix Dawn Mattress Policies and FAQs
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.
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
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 original comes in an all-foam and hybrid model, while the Helix Dawn is only offered as a hybrid mattress.
- The Casper feels a little softer than the Helix Dawn, but it’s still a firm mattress.
- The Casper mattress features zoned support, just like the Helix Dawn Luxe.
- Want to learn more? Check out our full Casper mattress review.
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types: 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."
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.
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types: 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."
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.
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types: 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."
Casper Original Mattress
Material
Foam
Trial Period
100 nights
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Firmness
Firm: 7/10
Warranty
10-year limited warranty
Price Range
$$$$$
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from back pain.
Financing Options
Casper Original Mattress
Material
Foam
Warranty
10-year limited warranty
Firmness
Firm: 7/10
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Trial Period
100 nights
Price Range
$$$$$
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from back pain.
Financing Options
Casper Original Mattress
Material
Foam
Firmness
Firm: 7/10
Trial Period
100 nights
Warranty
10-year limited warranty
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Price Range
$$$$$
Couples
This bed has great motion isolation so you will not feel your partner tossing and turning at night.
Back Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from back pain.
Financing Options
Helix Dawn vs DreamCloud
- The DreamCloud is also a hybrid mattress, like the Helix Dawn.
- The DreamCloud has more of a medium-firm feel, while the Helix Dawn is definitely a firmer mattress.
- The DreamCloud is more expensive than the standard Helix Dawn mattress (when it’s not on sale).
- Find out more in our DreamCloud mattress review.
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types: 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.
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.
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types: 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.
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.
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types: 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.
DreamCloud Original Mattress
Material
Hybrid
Trial Period
365 nights
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Firmness
Firm: 7/10
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Price Range
$$$$$
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.
Seniors
This bed is perfect for senior sleepers.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight back sleepers.
Financing Options
DreamCloud Original Mattress
Material
Hybrid
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Firmness
Firm: 7/10
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Trial Period
365 nights
Price Range
$$$$$
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.
Seniors
This bed is perfect for senior sleepers.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for average weight back sleepers.
Financing Options
DreamCloud Original Mattress
Material
Hybrid
Firmness
Firm: 7/10
Trial Period
365 nights
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Price Range
$$$$$
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
Other Models from Brand
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, and it is built with the same materials as the Helix Dawn.
- The Helix Dusk has more of a medium-firm feel, while the Helix Dawn is a firmer mattress.
- Back and side combination sleepers might prefer the softer Helix Dusk model.
- Learn more in our Helix Dusk mattress review.
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types: 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.
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.
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types: 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.
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.
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types: 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.
Helix Dusk Mattress
Material
Hybrid
Trial Period
100 nights
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Firmness
Soft: 6/10
Warranty
10-year warranty
Price Range
$$$$$
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight, average weight, and heavyweight back sleepers.
Financing Options
Helix Dusk Mattress
Material
Hybrid
Warranty
10-year warranty
Firmness
Soft: 6/10
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Trial Period
100 nights
Price Range
$$$$$
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight, average weight, and heavyweight back sleepers.
Financing Options
Helix Dusk Mattress
Material
Hybrid
Firmness
Soft: 6/10
Trial Period
100 nights
Warranty
10-year warranty
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Price Range
$$$$$
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight, average weight, and heavyweight back sleepers.
Financing Options
Helix Dawn vs Helix Moonlight
- The Helix Moonlight is one of the softest mattress that the Helix brand offers.
- The Helix Moonlight is built similarly to the Helix Dawn, so it still has that responsive, bouncy feel.
- Side sleepers will probably prefer the softer Helix Moonlight mattress over the Helix Dawn.
- Check out our full Helix Moonlight mattress review to find out more about this bed.
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types: Financing options are available for this mattress. The Helix Moonlight is great for side sleepers thanks to its super soft, pressure relieving comfort. Its super plush feel that cradle and cushion sensitive pressure points make this an excellent choice for people who suffer from hip or shoulder pain.
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types: Financing options are available for this mattress. The Helix Moonlight is great for side sleepers thanks to its super soft, pressure relieving comfort. Its super plush feel that cradle and cushion sensitive pressure points make this an excellent choice for people who suffer from hip or shoulder pain.
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types: Financing options are available for this mattress.Helix Moonlight Mattress
Material
Hybrid
Trial Period
100 nights
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Firmness
Soft: 5.5/10
Warranty
10-year warranty
Price Range
$$$$$
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.
Joint Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from joint pain.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight side sleepers.
Financing Options
Helix Moonlight Mattress
Material
Hybrid
Warranty
10-year warranty
Firmness
Soft: 5.5/10
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Trial Period
100 nights
Price Range
$$$$$
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.
Joint Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from joint pain.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight side sleepers.
Financing Options
Helix Moonlight Mattress
Material
Hybrid
Firmness
Soft: 5.5/10
Trial Period
100 nights
Warranty
10-year warranty
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Price Range
$$$$$
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.
Joint Pain
This bed is perfect for anyone suffering from joint pain.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight side sleepers.
Financing Options
Still not sure if the Helix Dawn is the right mattress for you? Check out how we rated the standard model below!
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.
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