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Helix Sleep is an online mattress retailer known for its high-quality hybrid mattresses that range in firmness and luxury levels. The brand currently offers three unique collections: the original Core line, the Luxe line, and the Elite line. Each collection consists of six hybrid beds that range from super soft to very firm. Helix recently remodeled these mattresses, so today I’ll be breaking down the new version of the brand’s best-selling model, the Helix Midnight Luxe mattress.
I’m a certified sleep science coach and have been testing and reviewing mattresses with Sleepopolis for three years. I’ve been trained to recognize key mattress performance factors to make recommendations to sleepers based on their individual body type, sleeping position, and sleep preferences. Our team of expert testers has tested more than 330 mattresses in our studio based in Charlotte, NC using a rigorous testing methodology.
Sleepopolis also works with a network of sleep experts and medical professionals, such as board-certified doctors, physical therapists, and registered nurses to help determine the best mattresses for specific sleepers from a medical perspective. We work especially closely with our chief medical advisor, Dr. Raj Dasgupta, MD, FACO, FCCP, FAASM, who ensures our recommendations are accurate. Additionally, this mattress has been tested by our chief medical product tester, Dr. Joe Tedesco, DPT, OCS, ATC, CSCS, who evaluated the bed in our studio for its compatibility with sleepers who have different pain concerns.
When we tested the Helix Midnight Luxe in our Sleepopolis studio, we found a great balance between pressure relief and support, which makes it comfortable for side sleepers of all body types, as well as lightweight and average-weight back sleepers. We were also impressed with this mattress’s strong edge support, which earned 4.8 out of 5 stars during testing.
Helix has a line of six hybrid mattresses, each with a different level of firmness. The Midnight is one of their medium models. It has enough contouring for side sleepers, but should still be supportive enough for back sleepers, as long as they don’t mind a softer bed. Learn more in our video review.
What our tester says:
“I like the Helix Midnight Luxe for back sleepers and side sleepers. The medium-soft to medium-firm feel should give these folks the right balance of comfort and support.” – Nichole Mondshein, lead reviewer and mattress tester
Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress Overview
The Helix Midnight Luxe is an upgraded version of the standard Helix Midnight from the Core collection. Although these beds both provide a medium-firm feel, the Luxe model has upgraded features, such as a Tencel cover, a pillow-top layer, gel-infused memory foam, and a zoned support design in the coil layer. The Midnight Luxe is also taller than the original Midnight, coming in at 13.5 inches tall.
Helix is a bed-in-a-box company, meaning the bed arrives compressed at your doorstep, ready to be unwrapped and set up. A queen size weighs 115 pounds, so we found it most efficient for two people to unbox the bed together. Once the plastic is unwrapped, the bed immediately begins to inflate and can be moved onto a solid surface, such as a box spring, adjustable base, slatted bed frame, or platform base. Helix also offers in-home setup and removal services within qualifying zip codes for an additional price.
Throughout testing, the mattress stood out to us as a great choice for couples. Earning 4 stars or higher in motion isolation, edge support, cooling, and responsiveness, the Midnight Luxe covers the essential qualities important for co-sleeping. When we combined the mattress’s scores from eight testing categories, it earned an overall average score of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress Review Video
For a quick look at this Helix mattress, check out our review video, where we put the Midnight Luxe through our testing methodology. Note, we recently retested this bed, so the scores may not reflect our recent testing data from the most updated model.
Helix Midnight Luxe Value
When we assess a mattress’s value, we look at its materials and whether their quality and the bed’s performance match its price point. Typically, we consider mattresses to be of good quality if they have obtained third-party testing certifications. The Midnight Luxe has earned both a CertiPUR-US certification that ensures the absence of fiberglass and other heavy metals, and a GREENGUARD Gold certification that confirms compliance with chemical emission standards. In addition to being safe, these materials are less likely to deteriorate over time.
Luxury mattresses like this one typically come at a higher price point, and the Midnight Luxe is no different. With a queen size offered at $2,398, this bed is priced similarly to other luxury beds on the market. However, I think this price is fair considering the premium construction and materials. A pillow-top layer and zoned support aren’t typically found in standard mattresses, so I think the overall quality of the bed matches its price, making it a good value choice.
Helix Midnight Luxe Comparison
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| Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress | Nectar Luxe Hybrid Mattress | Helix Midnight Mattress | Helix Midnight Elite | |
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| Firmness | Medium-soft: 6/10 | Soft: 5.5/10 | Medium-firm: 6.5/10 | Medium-soft: 6/10 |
| Material | Hybrid | Hybrid | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Cooling | — | — | ||
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Side Sleepers, Back Sleepers, Stomach Sleepers, Hip Pain, Seniors
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Back Sleepers, Hot Sleepers |
Side Sleepers,
Back Sleepers, Couples |
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Back Sleepers, Hot Sleepers |
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What Is the Helix Midnight Luxe Made Of?
We evaluate a mattress’s materials by cutting into the side of the mattress and examining each layer to ensure it matches the company’s online description.
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a 13.5-inch tall mattress offered in all standard sizes, as well as short queen and RV king sizes. As an upgraded version of the standard Helix Midnight, the Luxe model has unique features, such as zoned support coils, a Tencel cover, and a pillow-top layer. When I cut inside the bed, I found a hybrid construction containing thick foam layers and individually wrapped coils.
You can purchase the Helix Midnight Luxe in its most basic version, which is what we tested in our studio. Helix also offers some optional upgrades for an extra charge, such as a cooling GlacioTex cover, a cooling graphite infusion, and an additional zoned support foam layer.
Cover – The mattress comes with a Tencel cover, which is a smooth and soft material derived from Eucalyptus that’s naturally breathable. For an upcharge, you can add a GlacioTex cover, which offers a more prominent cool-to-the-touch sensation.
Pillow Top Layer – The mattress cover is quilted with gel-infused memory foam to create a plush pillow top that offers some initial cushioning and pressure relief.
Comfort Layer – First up is a thick layer of high-density memory foam that has a slow response to pressure and a balance between contouring and support.
Transition Layer – A thinner layer of foam that eases the sleeper onto the coil layer below.
Support Layer – A tall layer of individually wrapped coils that are zoned for support, meaning their firmness fluctuates depending on which part of the body they’re supporting.
Base Layer – Finally, a thin layer of high-density foam rests at the base of the mattress.
Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress Firmness
Firmness can be a difficult factor to quantify, as it’s dependent on individual perception. What feels too firm to one sleeper could feel just right to someone with a different body type or preferred sleeping position. To provide the most accurate assessment of firmness, we invite several expert testers to lie on the mattress in three sleeping positions. Each tester provides their personal firmness score, and then we average them together to create the final firmness rating. We rate firmness on a scale of 1 to 10, where 1 is the softest and 10 is the firmest. We consider a score of 6.5 out of 10 to represent a true medium-firm feel, which is the most common mattress firmness.
Our testers rated the Helix Midnight Luxe a 6.5 out of 10 on the firmness scale, making it a medium-firm bed that offers a balance between pressure relief and support. This firmness level is typically compatible with many body types and sleeping positions, which remains true with the Midnight Luxe. During testing, we found this bed ideal for lightweight and average-weight sleepers in all three sleeping positions, as well as heavy side sleepers.
Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress Performance
When selecting a new mattress, there are a few performance factors you’ll want to consider. Our testers Cait Giddings, Bojana Galic, Livvi DiCicco, and Caine Wilkes assessed the Helix Midnight Luxe in our Sleepopolis testing studio for performance in pressure relief, motion isolation, responsiveness, cooling, and edge support.
Our tests collect qualitative and quantitative data to provide shoppers with a thorough look at how the bed may feel for them. Below, I’ll briefly summarize each test and how the Midnight Luxe performed.
Helix Midnight Luxe Pressure Relief Performance
Regardless of your body type and preferred sleeping position, pressure relief is an important element of any mattress. According to Chief Medical Advisor Dr. Raj Dasgupta, the best mattress for pressure relief includes contouring materials like memory foam that provide cushioning at the hips and shoulders. The Midnight Luxe contains a plush pillow top and two foam layers above the coils, so we had high hopes for this bed’s pressure relief performance.
How We Test for Pressure Relief
We test pressure relief by rolling a specialized mat onto the mattress and lying on it in the side- and back-sleeping positions. The mat is able to sense where pressure is building on the body and translate the results into a color-coded graphic using thermal imaging. Areas displaying blue and green mean pressure is low and pain is unlikely to occur. Red and yellow indicate a buildup in pressure, which could lead to new pain forming or preexisting pain worsening.
When it comes to pressure relief, your body type greatly affects the results. For example, sleepers who weigh more than 230 pounds sink further into a mattress’s layers and typically experience them as softer than average. In contrast, sleepers under 130 pounds don’t sink very far into the foam, causing beds to feel firmer. To get a deeper perspective on how the Midnight Luxe performs for different body types, we had three testers of different weight classes try the bed on both their back and sides.
We found an average pressure relief score of 4.3 out of 5 stars in the side-sleeping position and 4 out of 5 stars in the back-sleeping position. When we average these scores together, we get an overall pressure relief rating of 4.2 stars.
Helix Midnight Luxe Side-Sleeping Pressure Relief
Our lightweight, average-weight, and heavy testers were in agreement that the Helix Midnight Luxe is a great choice for side sleepers. Our pressure map provided us with each tester’s average pressure in pounds per square inch (PSI), which we then compared to the overall average side-sleeping PSI across all mattresses we’ve tested, which is 14.9. If our testers have an average PSI lower than or equal to 14.9, it means the bed is providing adequate pressure relief. Our three testers each had slightly higher PSI scores, coming in at 19.2, 19.0, and 25.14, respectively; however, our testers felt substantial contouring and cushioning around their pressure points in this position.
On her side, our lightweight tester Bojana Galic found a good amount of sinkage at her hips, which relieved pressure in this area, but she noticed less cushioning at her shoulders. Average-weight tester Livvi DiCicco had a similar experience, saying, “My hips are sinking in more than my shoulders, but I’m still feeling good spinal alignment. I feel a little pressure in my shoulders, but I think I’d still feel comfortable side sleeping on this mattress.” Both testers rated the Helix Midnight Luxe 4 stars for this sleeping position because most sleepers should experience a balance between spinal support and cushioning. Those with preexisting shoulder pain, however, may need a softer bed.
Our heavy tester Caine Wilkes experienced more sinkage and contouring in the side-sleeping position and gave the mattress 5 stars for pressure relief. “I think this mattress is pretty good for heavy side sleepers,” he said. “The cushioning up top lets you sink in a little bit, but I still feel well supported.”
Helix Midnight Luxe Back-Sleeping Pressure Relief
According to our pressure map results, the Midnight Luxe is most compatible with lightweight and average-weight back sleepers. Heavy sleepers weighing more than 230 pounds likely won’t get enough support on this mattress. The average back-sleeping PSI across all mattresses we’ve tested is 12.4. Our lightweight and average-weight testers had slightly higher pressure averages, coming in at 12.8 and 13.2 PSI, or pounds per square inch. Our heavy tester had a much higher PSI of 20.2. The small PSI elevation in our lightweight and average-weight testers isn’t too concerning considering both testers felt good pressure relief. However, our heavy sleeper’s PSI spike aligns with his uncomfortable experience when lying in this position.
In the back-sleeping position, Bojana and Livvi felt an excellent balance between cushioning and support. Average-weight tester Livvi gave the Midnight Luxe 5 stars for this position. “My favorite part about this mattress is the pillow top that fills in the lower back,” Livvi said. “It’s plush but still supportive.” The lumbar support was also called out by lightweight tester Bojana, who said, “My spine feels aligned and equally supported. My back has a natural arch, but it feels fully supported.”
Our heavy tester Caine Wilkes felt less comfortable on his back and gave the Midnight Luxe only 3 stars for pressure relief in this position. He said, “I feel like my hips are sinking lower than my shoulders, and I feel a bit of pressure on my lower back.” Based on this, we don’t recommend this bed to heavy back sleepers, who should seek a firmer mattress with stronger support to prevent too much sinkage.
Hear From Our Doctor
Alongside Bojana, Livvi, and Caine, we brought in a bonus tester — our chief medical product tester, Dr. Joe Tedesco. When he evaluated this mattress, he found it best for side sleepers with back pain and back sleepers with shoulder pain.
When Dr. Tedesco lay on the Helix Midnight Luxe on his side, he said, “This could be great for side sleepers with back pain. I feel my pelvis being lifted in this position. For some people, this can mean opening up space in the lower back, which should feel really good. It can be a very therapeutic feeling.” For back pain, he rated the mattress 4.5 stars.
Dr. Tedesco also believes people with pain due to rounded shoulders can find relief on the Midnight Luxe if they sleep on their back. In this position, he said, “If you have rounded shoulders, this would be a great option. I’m not rounding through the thoracic spine, and my shoulders can sit back, or open up. This would be wonderful for people with impingement or issues similar to that.” For back sleepers with shoulder pain, he rated the mattress 4 stars.
Helix Midnight Luxe Motion Isolation
People who sleep with a partner may want to consider a mattress with sufficient motion-isolating abilities. When we talk about motion isolation, we’re referring to how well a mattress absorbs a sleeper’s movement and prevents their partner from feeling it. If you tend to toss and turn, a bed with good motion isolation can prevent you from disturbing your partner’s sleep, especially if they’re easily awakened. Dr. Raj also notes that a mattress with good motion isolation can lead to sounder sleep, and more restful mornings. We evaluated the Helix Midnight Luxe’s motion isolation using a ripple test and a partner test, for which the bed earned an overall score of 4 out of 5 stars.
Our tester Cait started with the ripple test, which involved placing a full tub of water on one side of the mattress and then getting in bed and rolling around on the other side. She then observed the water and whether her tossing and turning affected the liquid. Cait was overall very impressed with the bed’s ability to absorb her motion on impact and prevent it from reaching the other side of the mattress. She said, “I did everything I could to disrupt the water. I rolled around, bounced, and shook the mattress. Yet, I noticed no splashing and very little movement at all.” Since the water remained almost completely still, she gave the bed an average of 4.5 stars for the ripple test.
For the partner test, Cait lay on the mattress wearing a blindfold while another tester got in and out of bed and moved around next to her. Although she found great results during the ripple test, she felt a significant amount of motion disturbance during this test. Although the top layers of foam absorbed some of the initial movement, the bouncy coils still allowed for some motion transfer. We asked Cait to raise her hand every time she felt her partner’s motion, and she did so three times throughout the test. This means the Helix Midnight Luxe only earned 3 stars for the partner test.
Based on the overall 4-star motion isolation score, I think the Helix Midnight Luxe could be a solid choice for most couples. If you typically sleep soundly, you’re unlikely to wake up from a tossing and turning partner. However, those who sleep very lightly and are easily awakened may experience sleep disruption if they share the bed with a restless sleeper.
Helix Midnight Luxe Responsiveness
Responsiveness refers to how quickly a mattress returns to its original shape after pressure has been applied. Typically, hybrid mattresses like the Midnight Luxe are more responsive than all-foam mattresses due to the inclusion of springy coils. Since this mattress has a medium firmness level, it’s relatively easy to move around on, which makes it good for combination sleepers who switch between multiple sleeping positions. Based on one subjective test and three objective tests, the Helix Midnight Luxe earned 4 stars for responsiveness.
Switch test: This test is simple — Cait lay on the bed and moved from her back to her side to her stomach and made note of how easy it was and whether there was any bounce to assist her movement. While it wasn’t difficult for her to move around, she didn’t feel any bounce from the coils assisting her. She rated this test 4 stars, saying, “I felt like I had sunk slightly into the ‘puffy cheese bread’ feel of the pillow top, and I had to push up out of it to get moving.”
Responsiveness test: Next, we time how long it takes for the mattress to return to its original shape after weight has been removed. Cait placed a 53-pound kettlebell on the bed for 7 seconds and then pulled it straight up. A stopwatch showed it took 2.5 seconds for the foams to rise back. While this seems quick, it’s actually considered relatively slow in the mattress world. Very responsive mattresses usually take between 0.5 and 1 seconds to bounce back, with some rising in less than 0.5 seconds. Since the Midnight Luxe was slow to rise, it only earned 1 star for this test.
Sinkage test: Cait then grabbed the kettlebell again, placed it on the center of the bed, and allowed it to fully sink in. She used a ruler to measure exactly how far it sank and found a depth of 3.2 inches, which is classified as “moderate sinkage.”
Bounce test: Finally, we measured how bouncy the Midnight Luxe is. Cait climbed up a ladder until she was 6 feet above the mattress and dropped a 25-pound steel ball onto its surface. A yardstick on the wall allowed us to see exactly how high the ball rebounded, which was 25 inches. This places the mattress firmly in the “high bounce” category, as the average mattress provides a bounce height of 16.3 inches. If you’re a combination sleeper, you’ll find the bed assists your transition from one sleeping position to the next. Sexually active couples will also be able to quickly and easily move around on this bed.
Helix Midnight Luxe Cooling
If you sleep hot, you may want a mattress with cooling materials and a construction that promotes airflow. Although we tested the Midnight Luxe without any upgrades, Helix offers two optional cooling features for an additional price, including a cooling cover and a layer of graphite ribbons designed to pull heat away from the body. To see how the mattress performed in cooling before adding the bells and whistles, we assessed it using a thermal gun test, a cover test, and a feel test to create a final cooling score of 4 stars.
Thermal gun test: We use a thermal gun to measure how a mattress responds to body heat. First, we record the initial temperature of the mattress before anyone has touched it. Then, a tester lies down for five minutes before recording the mattress’s temperature again and calculating the increase. If the temperature increases by fewer than 5 degrees, we consider it to have excellent cooling. An increase of 5 to 10 degrees indicates good cooling, 10 to 15 degrees indicates decent cooling, and more than 15 degrees indicates poor cooling.
When Cait performed this test, the Midnight Luxe went from 72.5 degrees to 79.5 degrees. This is a 7-degree temperature increase, which means the mattress did a good job regulating Cait’s temperature, so we gave it 4 stars.
Cover test: Before beginning the thermal gun test, we asked Cait to feel the surface of the bed and note whether it felt cool to the touch. Even though we didn’t opt for the GlacioTex cover, Cait thought the Tencel cover still had an initial cool-to-the-touch sensation
Feel test: While Cait was lying on the Midnight Luxe for five minutes, we asked her to pay attention to the way the mattress felt under her body and whether she observed it warming up. “The bed felt cool and crisp, and I didn’t notice it heating beneath me as I lay there,” she said. “When I touched the bed after I got up, it didn’t feel much different than before I lay on it.”
Based on the above tests, I think the Helix Midnight Luxe is a solid choice for sleepers concerned about overheating. Even without the cooling upgrades, the bed was able to keep Cait’s body temperature low and remain cool to the touch. However, if you’re an extra-hot sleeper prone to night sweats, you may benefit from the optional cooling cover or layer, which can be added at checkout.
Helix Midnight Luxe Edge Support
Edge support refers to the strength of the bed’s perimeter. When we evaluate edge support, we look for minimal sinkage when weight is applied to the edge of the mattress. When the edges are just as supportive as the very center of the bed, people with mobility issues can bear down on them when getting in and out of bed. Couples and solo sleepers can both benefit from strong edges that allow them to fully spread out and use the entire surface of the bed, which can make it feel larger. We tested edge support on the Midnight Luxe using a tape measure test, a seated test, and a full body test to create a final score of 4.8 stars.
Tape measure test: This test, which we also call the weighted edge support test, involved stacking weighted plates together to simulate three body types – a 99-pound sleeper, a 154-pound sleeper, and 198-pound sleeper. We placed each weight stack directly on the edge of the mattress and used a tape measure to measure how much the layers collapsed. The edges sank 2 inches for the light and medium stack and 3 inches for the heavy stack, which earned the mattress 5 stars for this test.
Seated test: As its name implies, this test involved someone sitting directly on the edge of the mattress and observing how secure they felt. When Cait sat on the edge of the Midnight Luxe, she said, “The edge support feels fairly solid. I can sit on the edge without feeling any slipping and sliding, and I don’t need to use my hands for balance.” That said, she did note that the edge support along the foot of the bed wasn’t as strong as the side of the bed, so she rated the seated test 4 stars.
Full body test: Next, Cait lay near the edge of the mattress in all three sleeping positions and observed her stability. She said, “When lying on the edge of the bed, I didn’t feel at risk of tumbling or sliding off.” Since Cait thinks people will be able to sleep along the edge of the bed without it sagging, she gave the Midnight Luxe 5 stars for this test.
Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress Performance for Couples
If you sleep with a partner, you may want to pay attention to cooling, motion isolation, edge support, and responsiveness, as these are most relevant to sharing a bed. Since the Helix Midnight Luxe earned 4 stars or higher in each of these categories during testing, I consider it one of the best mattresses for couples.
The 4.8-star edge support is especially impressive. Since the edges can support a sleeper’s weight without collapsing, couples will be able to fully sprawl out and not feel confined to the center of the bed. The bed also earned 4 stars in responsiveness, so sexually active couples can appreciate how easy it is to move around on.
Even though two sleepers heat up quicker than just one, the 4-star cooling abilities mean couples should be able to remain cool throughout the night. However, it may be slightly too warm for two extra-hot sleepers. Additionally, the Midnight Luxe’s 4-star motion isolation can appeal to some couples, but very light sleepers may still experience sleep disruption if their partner tosses and turns.
Other Performance Factors to Consider
While those tests covered a lot, we’re not quite done with the Helix Midnight Luxe. There are a few more factors you’ll want to keep in mind before purchasing this bed.
Sex
We create our overall sex score based on responsiveness, cooling, and edge support. The best mattresses for sex are bouncy and easy to move around on, which helps couples switch positions without feeling trapped in the bed’s layers. They also have cooling properties to prevent overheating and strong edges that allow you to use the entire surface of the bed during sex. Based on the 4-star responsiveness, 4-star cooling, and 4.8-star edge support, the Helix Midnight Luxe earns an average of 4.3 stars for sex, making it a solid choice for sexually active couples.
Noise
Cait tested the Midnight Luxe for noise by compressing its layers, rolling around, and sitting on the bed. Regardless of how aggressively she pressed down on it, the bed didn’t make a peep, so she rated it 5 stars for noise. If you’re someone who tosses and turns, you won’t be disturbed by squeaking coils.
Base Compatibility
If you own an adjustable base, the Helix Midnight Luxe is a compatible mattress. We placed the mattress on an adjustable base in our studio and put it in the zero-gravity and TV presettings. “The bed conforms to the base much better than expected,” Cait said. “I thought the medium-firm feel and innerspring coil layer would make it too stiff, but it moved with the base perfectly, didn’t scrunch, and stayed comfortable in every position.” For this stellar performance, Cait rated the Midnight Luxe’s adjustable base compatibility 5 stars.
Durability
Since you’ll be sleeping on your new mattress every night, you want to be sure it will last a long time. We evaluate durability by looking at the materials, support, edge support, and warranty. Strong support in both the center and perimeter of the mattress can prevent the bed from sagging prematurely. The quality of materials can also affect durability, as cheaper materials tend to deteriorate quickly. The warranty period also shows the brand’s confidence in its product and how long the mattress is expected to last.
Overall, I think the Helix Midnight Luxe is an extremely durable and high-quality mattress. Manufactured in Arizona, this USA-made mattress has obtained two third-party certifications affirming the safety, quality, and sustainability of the materials – CertiPUR-US and GREENGUARD Gold. The CertiPUR-US certification means the foams are free from fiberglass and other heavy metals and ozone depletors, while the GREENGUARD certification indicates compliance with strict chemical emission standards. However, we should note that the CertiPUR-US certification is a bit complicated (you can read more about it on our certifications page).
Additionally, these materials feel high quality, especially the zoned support coils that offer edge-to-edge support. With proper use and maintenance, I think the mattress is very unlikely to sag over time, and you should be able to use it for at least a decade. Helix is even more confident in this bed’s longevity, offering a limited lifetime warranty that earns a 5-star rating.
Helix Midnight Luxe Performance Scores
| Test | Product Score | Average Score |
| Firmness | 6.5 | 6.7 |
| Pressure Relief Side | 4.3 | 3.5 |
| Back Pressure Relief | 4 | 4 |
| Motion Isolation | 4 | 4 |
| Responsiveness | 4 | 4.2 |
| Cooling | 4 | 4.1 |
| Edge Support | 4.8 | 4 |
| Bounce Height | 25 inches | 16.3 inches |
| Bounce Rating | High | Moderate |
| Sinkage | Moderate | Moderate |
| Sex Score | 4.3 | N/A |
| Noise | 5 | 4.5 |
| Off-Gassing | 4 | N/A |
| Trial Period | 3.5 | 4.3 |
| Warranty | 5 | 4.6 |
| Full Rise | 5 | N/A |
| Unboxing/Moving | 3 | 3.5 |
Helix Midnight Luxe Sleeping Position and Body Weight
Your body type and sleeping position largely determine how a mattress will feel for you. For example, something that feels firm to a lightweight side sleeper could be just right for an average-weight back sleeper. To get a better understanding of who the Midnight Luxe is ideal for, we brought in three testers of different weights and had them try the bed on their backs, sides, and stomachs. Below, I’ll break down each weight category and how the bed may feel in different sleeping positions.
Before we dive into our recommendations, though, we want to 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 230 pounds).
As a general takeaway, 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 sink into the mattress more. As far as sleeping positions go, side sleepers likely 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 Midnight Luxe a Good Mattress for Light Sleepers (Under 130 pounds)?
- Light Back Sleepers – These sleepers can appreciate contouring and cushioning from the pillow top while still feeling plenty of support from the lower layers.
- Light Side Sleepers – The pillow top provides cushioning along the hip and lower back in this position, but those with preexisting shoulder pain may need a softer mattress.
- Light Stomach Sleepers – There’s enough support to keep the hips aligned with the shoulders in this position, while still offering comfortable cushioning at the hips and chest.
Is the Helix Midnight Luxe a Good Mattress for Average-Weight Sleepers (130–230 pounds)?
- Average-Weight Back Sleepers – These sleepers should experience lots of cushioning at the lower back and lift that props the spine into neutral alignment.
- Average-Weight Side Sleepers – These sleepers should find enough sinkage at the hips to relieve pressure, but those with shoulder pain may not feel relief in this position.
- Average-Weight Stomach Sleepers – Stomach sleepers can appreciate the softness of the pillow top on their chest and hips, but should be cautious of the hips sinking too far, which may cause pain in the lower back.
Is the Helix Midnight Luxe a Good Mattress for Heavy Sleepers (over 230 pounds)?
- Heavy Back Sleepers – We do not recommend this mattress to these sleepers, as it’s not supportive enough to lift the sleeper’s spine into a straight line.
- Heavy Side Sleepers – These sleepers should find enough sinkage at the hips and shoulders to relieve pressure, but should note that the bed may feel softer than medium-firm to them.
- Heavy Stomach Sleepers – This mattress is not supportive enough to lift the hips in line with the shoulders in this position.
My Final Thoughts About the Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress
Let’s summarize some of my favorite things about the Midnight Luxe, as well as some negative callouts.
Who I Recommend the Helix Midnight Luxe For
- Side sleepers of all body types can benefit from cushioning at the joints from the plush pillow-top layer.
- The strong edge support makes this bed a good match for older adults or people with mobility issues.
- Couples can appreciate this mattress’s 4-star performance in cooling, motion isolation, and responsiveness.
- Lightweight and average-weight back sleepers will find a balance between spinal support and softness along the body.
Who I Don’t Recommend the Helix Midnight Luxe For
- Heavy sleepers will likely not find adequate support in the back- and stomach-sleeping positions.
- This luxury mattress may be too expensive for some budget shoppers.
Helix Midnight Luxe Pricing and Sizing
Before purchasing a new mattress, you’ll likely want to consider your budget. As a luxury mattress, the Helix Midnight Luxe comes at a higher price point due to its premium features not typically found in standard beds. However, Helix runs frequent sales, so you’ll likely get this bed at a discounted price. You can also check out our Helix coupon page for more deals. Below, I’ve broken down each available size and its price at full retail.
| Size | Price |
| Twin | $ |
| Twin XL | $ |
| Full | $ |
| Queen | $ |
| King | $ |
| California King | $ |
| Short Queen | $ |
| RV King | $2,924 |
Helix Midnight Luxe Policies
Reading the fine print is important when making a major purchase like a new mattress. Let’s take a quick look at Helix’s company policies.
| Warranty | Limited lifetime warranty |
| Sleep Trial Period | 100 nights |
| Shipping/Returns | Free shipping on all mattresses within the United States and parts of Canada. Free returns are available 30 days after delivery and within the 100-night trial period. |
| Unboxing | A queen-size mattress weighs 115 pounds, so it may be too heavy to lift on your own. We recommend grabbing an extra set of hands to help. |
| Full Rise | Helix recommends giving the mattress 30 to 45 minutes to fully decompress. |
| Customer Reviews | This bed earned 4.3 stars on the Helix website based on 7,600+ customer reviews. |
Helix Midnight Luxe vs. Competitor
Helix Sleep isn’t the only mattress company offering luxury hybrids. Let’s compare the Helix Midnight Luxe to another popular option, the Nectar Luxe Hybrid.
Helix Midnight Luxe vs Nectar Luxe Hybrid
Like the Helix Midnight Luxe, Nectar Luxe Hybrid contains two layers of comfort foam, a tall layer of pocketed coils, and a thin layer of base foam. However, the Nectar comes with a smooth poly-blend cover, while the Helix has a plush pillow top layer with a Tencel cover. In terms of firmness, the Nectar is much softer than the Helix, falling at a 5.5 out of 10 on the firmness scale. During testing, the Nectar scored lower than the Helix in motion isolation, edge support, and responsiveness, earning 3 stars, 3.2 stars, and 2 stars, respectively. Overall, the Nectar Luxe Hybrid earned an average of 3.5 out of 5 stars, compared to the Helix Midnight Luxe’s average of 4.5 stars.
- Price: These mattresses are priced similarly, with a difference of $37 between them. A queen-size Nectar Luxe Hybrid costs $2,364 at full retail.
- Sleeping position: Both mattresses are good choices for side sleepers. Those preferring deep sinkage and body contouring will prefer the Nectar, and those seeking an “on top” of the bed feel will prefer the Helix.
- Cooling: The Nectar scored lower than the Helix during our cooling test, earning 3.5 stars.
- Body weight: Lightweight sleepers will likely find the most support from the Nectar, as it may be too soft to support some average and heavy-weight sleepers.
Read more in our full Nectar Luxe Hybrid mattress review.
Nectar Luxe Hybrid Mattress
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Other Models From Helix
Helix Sleep offers three mattress collections — Core, Luxe, and Elite — with each containing six mattresses that range in firmness options. Below, I’ll compare the Helix Midnight Luxe to the original Core model and the upgraded Elite model.
Helix Midnight Luxe vs Helix Midnight
The Helix Midnight Luxe is an upgraded version of the standard Helix Midnight from the Core mattress collection. With a height of 11.5 inches, the Midnight is slightly shorter than the Midnight Luxe and doesn’t come with a pillow-top layer. Additionally, the standard Midnight does not have a gel memory foam nor a zoned support design in its coil layer. However, the Midnight offers the same 6.5-out-of-10 medium-firm feel that the Midnight Lux has. These mattresses performed similarly during testing, with both earning 4 stars for the motion isolation and edge support categories.
- Price: The standard Midnight is $1,006 cheaper than the Midnight Luxe and costs $1,332 for a queen size at full retail.
- Sleeping position: Both mattresses are ideal for lightweight and average-weight side and back sleepers.
- Cooling: The Midnight scored lower than the Midnight Luxe on our cooling test, earning 3 out of 5 stars.
- Body weight: The Midnight Luxe offers stronger support and may be a better choice for heavy side sleepers.
Read more in our full Helix Midnight mattress review.
Helix Midnight Mattress
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Helix Midnight Luxe vs Helix Midnight Elite
The Midnight Elite comes from Helix’s most luxurious mattress collection. With a height of 15 inches, the Midnight Elite contains 9 layers, including a layer of microcoils in addition to thick memory foam layers and zoned support coils. Our testers rated this bed a 6.5 out of 10 on the firmness scale, making it a medium-firm bed that’s compatible with many types of sleepers. During performance testing, the Midnight Elite scored higher than the Midnight Luxe in motion isolation and responsiveness, earning an average of 4.7 stars and 5 stars, respectively.
- Price: The Midnight Elite is $1,351 more expensive than the Midnight Luxe, costing $3,749 for a queen size at full retail.
- Sleeping position: The Midnight Elite earned a perfect 5-star score in both back and side sleeping across all three body types during our pressure relief test.
- Cooling: The Midnight Elite performed better on our cooling test, earning 4.5 out of 5 stars.
- Body weight: The Midnight Elite is Helix’s most supportive model, making it a better match for heavy sleepers.
Read more in our full Helix Midnight Elite mattress review.
Helix Midnight Elite
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Financing options are available for this mattress.
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 lying 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.
FAQs
Does the Helix Midnight Luxe come with a sleep trial period?
Yes, the Helix Midnight Luxe comes with a 100-night sleep trial period. Returns are available 30 days after delivery and within the trial period.
Does the Helix Midnight Luxe come with a mattress warranty?
Yes, the Helix Midnight Luxe comes with a limited lifetime warranty.
How firm is the Helix Midnight Luxe?
We rated the Midnight Luxe a 6.5 out of 10 on our firmness scale, making it a true medium-firm mattress that offers both plush cushioning and firm spinal support.
What is the difference between the Helix Midnight and the Helix Midnight Luxe?
While both mattresses have a medium-firm feel, the Midnight Luxe is taller than the standard model and has luxury upgrades like a pillow-top layer, gel-infused foam, a zoned support construction, and Tencel cover.