Helix Mattresses Review

Overview and Pricing

The Helix Dawn mattress is made using the company’s own memory foam, which they call ‘dynamic foam’, together with high-grade polyfoam and pocketed micro coils. The Dawn mattress is firm and has extra support for contouring in all sleep positions. This means that it has no sink or give but will still feel comfortable under your body. Furthermore, thanks to the breathable two cover design, there is an increased airflow that helps to keep the top of the mattress cool.

The top of the mattress is a top cover layer with stretch and a soft touch together with a lower cover layer that allows for airflow and breathability. This is followed by the comfort layer made of Helix Dynamic Foam, a latex-foam hybrid alternative that is designed to react and contour to your body. Next is the transition layer, which is made from high-grade polyfoam. It provides ergonomic support and cushioning, and has a higher IFD to match your body type and provide extra support. Under that is the Body Shape Layer. This is made of hundreds of individually wrapped coils that help to cradle your body while limiting motion transfer; it also has a reinforced perimeter to provide edge support. Finally, there is a base layer made of DuraDense Foam, and this provides support and durability to the entire mattress.

Those concerned about chemicals in the mattress have no need to worry. Helix Sleep mattresses are all CertiPUR-US and Oeko-Tex certified. This guarantees that the materials used are free of toxic particles and chemicals. A new mattress may have a slight smell, but this is from the packaging used to protect it during shipping and the smell will disappear in just a few days.

Health Factors

The Helix Dawn mattress is capable of providing many health benefits, especially for those who experience pain in their necks, shoulders, lower back and so on. The foam will contour around these points to relieve pressure and allow them to recover. Furthermore, Helix has worked hard to reduce the temperature of their mattresses and this will also help recuperation and ease aches and pains. In fact, many have rated the Helix Dawn mattress as one of the best for helping with back pain. This is due to the layering of the mattress that is optimal for consistent spinal alignment throughout the course of the night.

Comfort Guarantee

The Helix Dawn mattress comes with a 100-day sleep trial. If, after the first 30 nights of sleeping on the mattress, you feel as if it isn’t the right one for you, then the company will send an extra comfort layer to make the bed softer or firmer for free. If this still doesn’t solve the problem then you can return the mattress and receive your money back.

Warranty

Helix Dawn mattresses are covered by a limited 10-year warranty that is valid only for the original purchaser. The warranty covers defects in the mattress, such as if the foam or spring material splits or cracks despite normal use and proper handling. The warranty covers a great deal, but obviously nothing caused by a deliberate misuse of the mattress.

Lifespan

The Helix Dawn mattress is part of the company’s new range of products so there is not much information about its actual lifespan. However, the company expects the mattress to last for at least ten years when treated properly, which is why this entire period has been covered with its warranty. The mattress needs very little care, and it should not be flipped due to its layered construction. Furthermore, Helix says that there is no need to rotate it every six to eight months to help it last for longer.

The top cover of the Helix Dawn mattress is removable and can be machine washed, and this is all the special care that the mattress should need. To extend the mattresses lifespan it should be placed on a suitable foundation, and one with slats that are no wider than 5 inches apart.

Comparison

There are some top names out there which can be compared with the Helix Dawn mattress. Here’s an overview of what to consider when comparing brands:

Purple and Helix both have a wide range of products; for example, the Helix range comes in various firmnesses, and so does the Purple. They also both prioritise offering a good balance between support and pressure relief. However, they differ in how this is achieved. Essentially, the Helix features soft foam layers which overlay the firm pocketed coil system, and the Purple has a hyper-elastic polymer layer which provides an all-encompassing feeling.

Helix and Casper were both founded in the same year – 2014 – and have experienced similar levels of astronomical growth. They both feature balanced hybrid-like styles, with their beds using a variety of different materials to produce high quality products. Breathable mattresses are also these brands’ strong points – the Helix has a thin cover combined with a tall and pocketed coil system, while the Casper has a proprietary foam in the comfort layer which is like latex and provides a cooling effect.

Nectar and Helix are both good brands for side sleepers. To be precise, with the Helix, you’ll want to choose the Moonlight or Midnight for this perk. These two models, as well as the Nectar, have soft foam layers on the top, which let the sleeper sink in and benefit from instant pressure relief. These mattresses also have excellent cooling qualities – with the Helix models, this is found in the individually wrapped pocketed coils and cooling foams, while the Nectar has a tencel cover and gel-infused memory foam.

Creating A Personalised Mattress

To ensure your Helix mattress fits your personal needs precisely, you can contact the company and answer a range of questions about how you sleep, detailing your temperature during the night and sleep position, plus other useful factors such as the firmness and feel you prefer. You’ll also need to deliver key statistics such as your height and weight, then you can sit back and relax while your custom made mattress is created in the company’s New York-based factory. If you don’t want to go into this much depth, and want to choose a Helix mattress without taking this quiz, there are 9 configurations available to purchase, and each one has its own name. 

Helix Sunset – Supports side sleepers due to its plush feel with balanced support

Helix Moonlight – Flexible for combination sleepers due to its plush feel and extra support for contouring

Helix Midnight – A medium firmness mattress which provides pressure relief for side sleepers

Helix Dusk – Benefits combination sleepers in the same way as the Moonlight, but offers a medium firmness instead of a plush feel

Helix Twilight – Like the Midnight in that it offers side sleepers pressure relief, but comes in a firm option with balanced support

Helix Dawn – A firm mattress with additional support for contouring in a combination of sleep positions

Helix Nightfall – A mattress for plus size people and those who are big and tall, providing maximum support along with medium firmness and contouring for all sleep positions

Helix Dual Balanced – This mattress is firm on one side and plush on the other, featuring balanced support as well as pressure relief to benefit those who sleep on their sides

Helix Dual Extra – Like the Helix Dual Balanced in terms of its half and half plush and firm composition, but provides extra support and contouring for a variety of sleep positions

Verdict

The Helix Dawn mattress is an excellent choice for those who are looking for a firmer choice. The product is extremely well made and will provide you with comfort and support regardless of your sleeping position. Furthermore, thanks to the hybrid nature of the mattress, it is particularly good for those who suffer from back pain. Thanks to the 100-night sleep trial, you can purchase the Helix Dawn mattress safe in the knowledge that if it does not suit your needs you can return it and receive a full refund. Therefore, if you are looking for a new mattress, the Helix Dawn is certainly one to consider.