Helix - Midnight

If you want good support without spending like crazy, look at hybrid builds that mix foam and coils, they tend to last longer and breathe better than cheap all-foam. The Helix Midnight in the Core Collection is a good example, it’s medium feel so it won’t dig into your hips and shoulders, and the coils help keep you from bottoming out over time.

What weight ranges are you both in? That can also affect what type of mattress you should get. But, in general, a medium-firm mattress is usually a good fit for couples who sleep on their back and side. I test mattresses, and a medium-firm hybrid is usually best for this situation. A few examples are the Saatva (Luxury Firm model), the Bear Elite Hybrid (Medium model), and the Helix Midnight (or Helix Midnight Luxe.

You might consider looking at a zoned mattress that is firmer toward the center of the mattress and softer under the shoulders and hips. That way you get that good pressure relief, butyou also stay in good spinal alignment. I agree with the other comment about the Helix Midnight, but you could check out the Helix Midnight Luxe that adds that zoning. Or, you can also add an ErgoAlign layer to the regular Helix Midnight, and this will also make the mattress firmer toward the center. It's also, in my experience, a pretty cool-sleeping mattress.

I’m around 300 lbs, and this was a point of confusion for me at first. I test mattresses, and one thing  have to keep in mind is that firmness and pressure relief aren’t the same thing. At 260 lbs, you’ll compress the mattress more than a lighter sleeper. If it’s too soft overall, your hips can sink too far and cause back pain. If the top layer is too firm, your shoulders and hips won’t get enough pressure relief. For heavier side sleepers, mattresses that combine strong support with cushioning on top tend to work best. For example, I’m a fan of the Helix Midnight as a heavy side sleeper mattress. It’s got a hybrid design that balances foam contouring with coil support.  Weight changes how a mattress feels, so focusing on support first and adjusting comfort later with a topper can be a good approach, too.

First off, as another commenter said, $1,500 is a bit much for a Twin-size mattress. If you have the space, you could get a really nice Queen-size for that price as well. I test out mattresses for work and, if you're primarily a side sleeper, there are a couple other options you could look at: Bear Elite Hybrid (Soft version), Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe (Soft version), Helix Midnight. Those are all in your price range. And, when it comes to cooling and mattresses, there is a lot of marketing speak around that. The Nolah, in my experience, doesn't necessarily sleep "hot", but you'll also need the right sheets and comforter to ensure you don't overheat during the night (if you're a hot sleeper like me).

Hey, happy to offer a few suggestions. First off, a good amount of modern mattresses (especially online mattresses) don't require a box spring. And, here are a few medium-firm mattresses that, in my experience, sleep cool and don't require a box spring. I'm not sure what your budget is, but I have had good experiences with the Saatva mattresses. The Saatva Classic Luxury Firm model is almost exactly medium-firm and really breathable, too. You could also look at one of the Helix mattresses. The Helix Midnight, in particular, is a good medium-firm option. If you're also worried about that lumbar support, you can add zoning to the mattress for extra support in that area. Plus, as a hot sleeper, latex is always a good choice. It's naturally more breathable than standard memory foam. For a medium-firm option, I would check out the Leesa Natural or the Nolah Natural.

Helix Mattress is 100% worth it. My wife and I bought the midnight (queen) in 2020 for around 2k with everything. No mattress compares. When I stay in hotels all I can think about is going back home to my bed. They almost always have 25% off too. We love it so much we are planning on buying the 'Elite' version this summer. You want something of quality, you pay a quality price.

Another vote for helix. We love our firm helix king mattress and we have the cooling gel top.

Yes, same with my helix mattress. It’s not a memory foam mattress, those are hot as other people have said. The cooling gel feels so good that my kid is always climbing on the mattress and laying on it going « ahhhhh refreshing » 😆

I have the Helix Midnight and love it. Look up "helix midnight review sleepline" in Google. It's the best review I found for it.

if in case u shop around, might wanna check out Helix Midnight, they're pretty transparent abt their materials (no latex BS) and have solid return policy if something doesn't workout. Way better than dealing with sketchy local salespeople who doesn't tell u wtf is actually in the mattress u're dropping money on. Plus they do that sleep quiz thing so u're not just guessing like with those pushy mattress store dudes

The Dusk is the Helix twin to the Midnight, but it is designed for stomach sleepers. In each of the Helix twin pairs, Sunset and Moonlight, Midnight and Dusk, and Twilight and Dawn, one mattress is intended for side sleepers, while the other is better suited for stomach and back sleepers. This difference mainly comes down to the type of foam used in the comfort layer. One twin uses memory foam for more contouring, while the stomach sleeper version uses a more responsive, dynamic foam. I would not consider the Dusk a very firm mattress overall. For stomach sleepers who want something firmer, that is where the Dawn comes in. The Dusk’s comfort layer feels more similar to sleeping on latex than traditional memory foam. Ultimately, it really depends on your sleep position and the type of feel you prefer. I would describe both the Midnight and the Dusk as medium to medium firm, with the key difference being that one is more conforming for side sleeping than the other. I recently bought my daughter and her fiancé a Twilight Luxe. They are both lighter weight individuals, and while they do need contouring, I knew the Midnight would likely soften too much over time. For that reason, I chose the Twilight. She tested both the Twilight and the Midnight in the store. The Midnight felt slightly better at the time, but it had just been put on display, while the Twilight had been on the floor longer and had already softened. At first, the Twilight felt a bit firm for her and perfect for him, but after about a month, they are both loving it.

GF has had a Helix Midnight and it has held up well for a couple of years. I prefer my Purple mattress as it’s not as firm or as warm as the Helix (not to say the Helix is hot, it’s just noticeably warmer than the Purple in my experience). Haven’t noticed wear issues with either Purple or Helix and I think they both have a generous return/refund policy if I recall correctly.

I’m replacing my Helix Midnight after 3 years because of significant sagging (and I’m 135lbs). Really disappointing for a $1,000+ mattress.

Check your foundation!! We thought our mattress was starting to sag, but it was the slats below it!! We reenforced the slats and mattress is good as new! -1 vote for Bob's bed frame, +1 vote for Helix Midnight mattress (we absolutely love it! We are only one year in, but has been great so far! And we are on the hefty side). EDIT: We LOVED the Stearns and foster luxe in the showroom, but read so many reviews saying that they sagged within a year, so we reluctantly chose to look elsewhere. Found a store that had all the online brands and fell in love with the Helix.