Written by Bridget Chapman, Senior Product Editor
Launched in 2015, Helix Sleep has grown into one of the most popular bedding brands on the market. What sets it apart from the competition is its expansive line of mattresses, ranging from the super-soft and plush to the ultra-firm and sturdy. This variety allows sleepers of different styles and preferences to find a mattress that works for them. In this roundup of Helix mattress reviews, I’m going to introduce you to some of the beds from the standard Helix line.
We’ll be talking about six mattresses that have different firmness levels: the plush Sunset, the soft Moonlight, the medium-firm Midnight, the responsive Dusk, the supportive Twilight, and the firm Dawn. I’ll briefly describe the models, chat up their distinct features, and then provide links to our full reviews of each bed.
The Helix brand also offers each of their mattresses in a Luxe version. You can head to our roundup of Helix Luxe mattress reviews to learn all about these luxury beds. While all of the standard Helix mattresses are different, they do happen to share a lot of similarities, so let’s kick things off by exploring a few of those.
Best Helix Mattress Models
- Helix Sunset – Best Mattress for Joint Pain
- Helix Moonlight – Best Mattress for Side Sleepers
- Helix Midnight – Best Mattress for Back Sleepers
- Helix Dusk – Best Soft Mattress
- Helix Twilight – Best Mattress for Combination Sleepers
- Helix Dawn – Best for Stomach Sleepers
Compare Helix Mattress Models
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| Helix Sunset Mattress | Helix Moonlight Mattress | Helix Midnight Mattress | Helix Dusk Mattress | Helix Twilight Mattress | Helix Dawn Mattress | |
| Rating | ||||||
| Firmness | Soft: 5.5/10 | Soft: 5.5/10 | Medium-firm: 6.5/10 | Medium-soft: 6/10 | Firm: 7/10 | Firm: 7.5/10 |
| Material | Hybrid | Hybrid | Hybrid | Hybrid | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Cooling | — | — | — | — | ||
| Best For |
Side Sleepers,
Back Sleepers, Joint Pain |
Side Sleepers, Back Sleepers, Hot Sleepers, Joint Pain,
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Side Sleepers,
Back Sleepers, Couples |
Back Sleepers,
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Back Sleepers, Stomach Sleepers, Hot Sleepers, Couples,
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Back Sleepers,
Stomach Sleepers, Couples |
Helix Mattress Video Review
Helix Mattress Similarities
As I mentioned up top, there are six mattresses in the standard Helix line. Though they have distinct feels and styles, their designs are similar. So, let’s examine some of the attributes present in each bed.
- Hybrid Build: Every Helix mattress is constructed using a hybrid design, so they’re built with foam top layers over wrapped coils. While the amount and type of foam varies, the unified hybrid design ensures that each bed produces a balance of both pressure relief and support.
- Cooling: Similarly, all Helix mattresses are designed to sleep cool. Not only do the sections of pocketed coils promote excellent airflow throughout the mattress, but each Helix bed also features a Light Breathe Knit cover made of a stretchy and breathable fabric. If you’re a naturally hot sleeper, you could find a lot to love in the Helix line of mattresses.
- Pressure Relief: Excellent pressure relief is a big selling point for each Helix mattress. From the softest model to the firmest one, these beds work to actively alleviate tension across the spine and body.
- Edge Support: Each Helix mattress features a robust section of reinforced edge support around the bed. This maximizes the usable surface area of the mattress, allowing sleepers to snooze all the way to the sides. This is an important feature for many to consider, but it is especially beneficial for couples. Strong edge support also adds to the mattresses’ durability, as it prevents premature sagging.
- Shipping: Each Helix is a bed-in-a-box mattress, so it ships compressed in a box. You’ll have to unbox it at home and allow between 24-48 hours for it to fully decompress and off-gas.
Comparing Helix Mattresses
Now, let’s dig into each standard Helix mattress one by one. I’ll provide you with a brief product summary, talk about what kinds of sleepers might like it most, and then close things out with a link to a more in-depth mattress review. Check out the handy chart below to learn the basics about each of these beds.
| Model | Mattress Type | Feel | Best For | Not Best For | Price (Queen Size) |
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| Helix Sunset | Hybrid | Soft | Side Sleepers | Stomach Sleepers | $1,249 |
| Helix Moonlight | Hybrid | Soft | Back Sleepers | Heavy People | $1,249 |
| Helix Midnight | Hybrid | Medium-firm | Most Sleepers | Stomach Sleepers | $1,249 |
| Helix Dusk | Hybrid | Medium-firm | Combination Sleepers | Couples | $1,249 |
| Helix Twilight | Hybrid | Firm | Couples | Side Sleepers | $1,249 |
| Helix Dawn | Hybrid | Firm | Stomach and Back Sleepers | Side Sleepers | $1,249 |
Helix Sunset
Helix Sunset Mattress
Product Details
Our Recommendation
Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
The softest bed in the Helix line, the Helix Sunset includes a top layer of plush Copper Gel Memory Foam for deep contouring and pressure relief. Though the bed is stabilized by a sturdy base layer of pocketed coils, you’re likely to enjoy some nice sinkage right when you first lay down.
Helix Moonlight
Helix Moonlight Mattress
Product Details
Our Recommendation
Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
The next softest bed in the Helix line is the Helix Moonlight. It differs from the Helix Sunset in that it utilizes the brand’s Dynamic Foam in its comfort layer, producing a gentle, yet buoyant, feel to this mattress.
Helix Midnight
Helix Midnight Mattress
Product Details
Our Recommendation
Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Billed as the brand’s most popular model, the Helix Midnight is a medium-firm option for folks in search of deep pressure relief. Here, you’ll find a balance of Memory Plus Foam and High-Grade Helix Responsive Foam.
Helix Dusk
Helix Dusk Mattress
Product Details
Our Recommendation
Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Like the Helix Midnight, the Helix Dusk is a medium-firm mattress. However, this bed places a layer of Helix Dynamic Foam over a layer of High-Grade Helix Responsive Foam to create a slightly bouncier feel than the other Helix models we’ve previously discussed.
Helix Twilight
Helix Twilight Mattress
Product Details
Our Recommendation
Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Built with layers of Copper Gel Memory Foam and High-Grade Helix Responsive Foam, the Helix Twilight is a firm bed for folks who still need some pressure relief around their shoulders and lower back. This is the second-firmest mattress in the standard Helix line, so it should work best for back and stomach sleepers.
Helix Dawn
Helix Dawn Mattress
Product Details
Our Recommendation
Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
The Helix Dawn is the firmest bed in the Helix line, as it is made with layers of bouncy Dynamic Foam, sturdy High-Grade Helix Responsive Foam, and supportive pocketed coils.
More from Helix
Beyond its standard line of six hybrid mattresses, Helix has a complimentary Luxe line, where each bed corresponds to its standard version, but with a few souped-up features. Helix also offers the Helix Plus, a mattress specifically designed for heavy people (those over 250 pounds). Lastly, there’s the Birch, which is a separate Helix brand — the Birch is an all-natural, eco-friendly mattress. And somewhat recently, both Helix and Birch have branched out into the world of children’s mattresses.
Helix Luxe
- The Helix Luxe line basically takes the six standard mattresses and amps them up with a pillow top, extra layers of foam, and zoned support coils. The zoned support coils are a plus for anyone with back pain, since they promote a neutral spinal alignment.
- The Helix Luxe mattresses include a Tencel mattress cover. This material is more breathable than that used in the standard cover, and it also helps to regulate temperature.
- Although most sleepers will enjoy the elevated, luxurious feel of the Helix Luxe beds, I especially like them for couples. The extra foam helps to isolate motion across the top of these mattresses.
- The Helix Luxe mattresses sleep slightly cooler than their standard counterparts. This could be a big plus for hot sleepers who tend to overheat during the night.
- Not surprisingly, the Helix Luxe mattresses are more expensive than the standard line.
- For more information, check out my full Helix Luxe mattress review.
Helix Plus
- The Helix Plus is specifically designed for heavier sleepers (those over 250 pounds).
- Its reinforced steel coils support larger body types, and its comfort layer includes Ultra Dense High-Grade Helix Responsive Foam. This material is especially helpful, as it shouldn’t squish down as easily as traditional memory foam.
- This mattress is well-suited for heavy back sleepers, who should find a nice mix of pressure relief and support in this hybrid bed.
- Learn more in my full Helix Plus mattress review.
Birch
- The Birch is found on a separate Helix-owned site. It is an eco-friendly mattress that’s made with all-natural, non-toxic materials.
- It has a nice, bouncy feel, thanks to its latex comfort layer, so it is a good option for combination sleepers.
- This bed definitely has a firmer feel, so it will probably be most comfortable for back, stomach, and combination sleepers.
- The Birch is more expensive than the standard Helix mattresses.
- Learn more in my full Birch mattress review.
Helix Kids Mattress
- Helix has launched a mattress made specifically for kids. With a core of innerspring coils, this bed is flippable, with memory foam layers on both sides of the springs.
- One side of the Helix Kids mattress is firmer and designed for 3–7 year-olds, while the other side is a bit softer and designed for 8–12 year-olds.
- Full Helix Kids mattress review coming soon.
Birch Kids Natural Mattress
- There’s also a Birch mattress for kids. It has a similar design to the Helix Kids mattress (a core of coils with memory foam on each side), but it is made with entirely organic and sustainable materials.
- Some of the mattress’ environmentally friendly credentials include Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) and GREENGUARD Gold certifications. These certifications mean that this bed has met the highest standards of safety.
- Like the Helix Kids mattress, the Birch is flippable, with a firmer side for younger children, and a softer side for older kids.
- Full Birch Kids Natural mattress review coming soon. In the meantime, click here for more information on the launch of this unique bed.
Helix Mattress Review Summary
Helix mattresses offer a wide range of support levels and feels; there’s one for every type of sleeper. I think the Helix Midnight and Helix Dusk mattresses will appeal to the widest range of sleep preferences. I would recommend strict side sleepers look at the softer options, like the Sunset or Moonlight, while stomach sleepers are probably going to prefer the firmer support of the Twilight or Dawn models.
If you’re looking for a luxury bed with lots of layers and great support, you might want to opt for one of the Helix Luxe mattresses. Heavy sleepers will likely do best on the Helix Plus (which was specifically designed for them), while eco-friendly shoppers will prefer the Birch. And of course, children will do best on one of the kids mattresses. I’d recommend heading over to Helix Sleep and taking their sleep quiz if you’re still unsure which of these models is best for your sleep needs.
Taking firmness, pressure relief, support, and comfort into consideration, this is how I would categorize the standard Helix mattresses.
Which Helix Mattress is Best for You?
Back Sleepers — I think back sleepers could enjoy any of these Helix mattresses, depending on their preferences. However, the very best ones for back sleepers are probably the Helix Midnight, Helix Dusk, or Helix Twilight.
Side Sleepers — Side sleepers tend to prefer softer mattresses that alleviate tension at the shoulders, hips, and lower back. Depending on their body type, I’d recommend that strict side sleepers check out the Helix Sunset, Helix Moonlight, or Helix Midnight.
Stomach Sleepers — Opposite of side sleepers, stomach sleepers usually prefer a firm mattress with plenty of lift and support. So, these folks would probably be most comfortable on either the Helix Twilight or Helix Dawn.
Combination Sleepers — While all of these beds have a responsive feel ideal for combination sleeping, these sleepers may want to consider snagging either the Helix Midnight or Helix Moonlight. Both of these mattresses feature particularly excellent mobility.
Heavy Sleepers — If you’re over 250 pounds, I’d recommend going with the Helix Plus. This bed was designed with higher body weights in mind, and it’s going to offer the support these individuals need.
Helix Company Information
Customer Information
- Phone: Available 11 a.m.–6 p.m. EST, Monday to Friday at 831-777-5976
- Email: help@helixsleep.com or use their contact form
- Live chat: Available 10 a.m.–10 p.m, EST, Monday to Sunday
- Visit in person: View partner showrooms
Payment Options
Helix offers several forms of payment on their website through Visa, Master Card, Discover, American Express as well as Google Pay, PayPal, Shop Pay, and Amazon Pay. You can also finance their mattresses through the Affirm financing program.
Helix also offers a 30 percent off site-wide + two free pillows discount to military members, first responders, students and teachers.
How Much Do Helix Mattresses Cost?
Price is certainly an important factor when choosing a new mattress. Take a look at the Helix pricing chart below. I’d also add that all the Helix models are very affordable, and the Helix Midnight was picked as one of our best mattresses under $1,000. Make sure to check out our Helix coupon page for the latest discounts.
Prices listed are before discount or offer for each size.
| Size | Helix | Helix Luxe |
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| Twin | $936 | $1,374 |
| Twin XL | $1,061 | $1,624 |
| Full | $1,249 | $1,999 |
| Queen | $1,374 | $2,374 |
| King | $1,749 | $2,874 |
| California King | $1,749 | $2,874 |
FAQ
Do Helix mattresses need a box spring?
Not necessarily! All Helix mattresses work with standard bed frames, so you can just set your Helix bed on one of those. But if you’d like a box spring (perhaps for extra height), you’re more than welcome to. At the end of the day, it’s up to your personal preference.
How long do Helix mattresses last?
Helix mattresses are highly durable, so should last you between 7-10 years. Regularly checking for sagging, dents, and other mattress modifications can help you maintain and sustain your bed.
Can you flip a Helix mattress?
Helix mattresses aren’t flippable! But, I’d recommend rotating them every few months to prevent uncomfortable sagging.
Where can I try a Helix mattress?
Helix offers a 100 night trial period on their mattresses, so you can try one in your own bedroom for just over 3 months.
How long does a Helix mattress take to ship?
Helix mattresses are usually delivered within 3-7 business days after the order date.
How much does shipping a Helix mattress cost?
Helix mattresses ship for free.
How long is the Helix mattress warranty?
Helix offers a 10-year warranty on their standard mattress line.
Do Helix mattresses have an off-gassing period?
Yes, all Helix mattresses will have an off-gassing period after they’re unboxed. I would recommend waiting at least 24 hours before using these mattresses.
Can I return my Helix mattress?
Yes, if you’re unsatisfied with your mattress, you can return it for a full refund after a 30-night break-in period and before the end of the 100-night sleep trial.
Helix Vs
Now that we’ve gone over all the standard Helix mattresses, let’s see how they stack up against the competition. Below, I’m going to compare the standard Helix line to two of its biggest competitors on the mattress market: Casper and Purple.
Casper
- Like Helix, Casper sells several different types of mattresses, though this brand is perhaps best known for its original all-foam Casper mattress. This bed has a balanced foam feel and is about medium-firm.
- The brand also has a few hybrid models, including the Casper Hybrid, the Casper Nova Hybrid, and the Casper Wave Hybrid.
- The Casper Hybrid is perhaps most similar in feel to the Helix mattresses outlined in this guide. It’s medium firm, bouncy, and supportive.
- The Casper Nova Hybrid is a softer model with gentle layers of foam up top for pressure relief at the shoulders and hips. I recommend this bed for side sleepers.
- The Casper Wave Hybrid is the brand’s luxury model, so it has a super plush feel that could work wonders for side sleepers or those suffering from joint pain.
- Casper beds are bouncy with good mobility, excellent pressure relief, and all-around solid support.
Casper Original Mattress
Product Details
Our Recommendation
Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Purple
- Purple is another popular bedding brand that sells a few different mattresses. This brand is known for its Hyper-Elastic Polymer comfort grid. This grid is purple in color and stretchy, bouncy, and pressure-relieving in feel.
- In fact, the major hallmarks of any Purple mattress are its bounce, pressure relief, and cooling capabilities.
- The original Purple mattress places its polymer comfort grid over foam support layers. The Purple hybrid mattresses employ the same polymer comfort grid, but they place it over pocketed coils for an even bouncier feel.
- The hybrids feature the same constructions, but with differing amounts of Hyper-Elastic Polymer. This establishes a range of firmnesses from the firm Purple 2 (with a 2” comfort grid), to the medium-firm Purple 3 and soft Purple 4.
Purple Mattress
Product Details
Our Recommendation
Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
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Our Review Process
At Sleepopolis, our team of Certified Sleep Science Coaches has personally tested 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. Jump back to our mattress picks.