Are you looking for a bed that feels like it was designed just for you?
Helix’s founders understand that everyone sleeps differently, so they rely on customer feedback to create products with specific position preferences and body types to suit individual needs. Their handy Sleep Quiz allows shoppers to choose the bed that most aligns with their needs and preferences.
This Helix Midnight Luxe review will look at the upgraded version of their Midnight bed, designed to be a universal mattress with a medium feel and side sleeper support built in. We’ll provide scores on comfort, cooling, and more, so you can determine if this product will match your priorities.
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Who We Recommend The Helix Midnight Luxe For
- Hot sleepers – The proprietary Premium Cooling Pillow Top contains breathable breathable TENCEL™. Plus, the gel inside the comfort foam and individually pocketed coils should further enhance airflow and temperature regulation.
- People looking for a classic hybrid design – The Helix Midnight Luxe is a hybrid mattress with pocketed coils and four foam layers on top. This is a classic hybrid design that has a medium feel that should fit back, side, and some stomach sleepers.
- Sleepers seeking advanced support and pressure relief – The Luxe line features zoned materials to provide firm support under the hips and a softer feel under lighter areas like the shoulders. These zoning measures should promote proper spinal alignment and enhance comfort.
Who We Don’t Recommend The Helix Midnight Luxe For:
- Heavy stomach sleepers – The pillow top on the Luxe models is made to cradle your shape for comfortable sleep and enhanced pressure-relieving properties. However, heavyweight stomach sleepers may prefer a firmer mattress to prevent their hips from sinking in.
- Fans of the all-foam design – Helix Midnight Luxe is an upgraded version of the Helix Midnight mattress. However, both models are hybrids, and although they feature memory and other foam types, there is no all-foam version of this bed.
First Impressions: Firmness & Feel
Firmness Scale: 6-7/10
Please remember that firmness is a subjective characteristic and your shape will dictate how you experience a bed. A heavier person whose weight can more easily push through softer comfort and support layers may experience a bed as softer than a lightweight person. The way you are shaped could also play a role here. Consider your weight, shape, and size when evaluating firmness scores.
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a hybrid rated 6-7 out of 10 on our firmness scale, which is a medium firmness that should fit most people. Sleepers looking for both pressure relief and support should get this from the Helix’s combination of foam layers sitting on top of the coil unit. The mattress is a good fit for lightweight and average-weight people, although even some heavier sleepers may like how it feels depending on their preferred sleeping position.
How Does It Feel?
The Helix Midnight Luxe offers plush support; the high-grade polyfoam and gel memory foam combined with the pillow top provides soft comfort to help you sleep easily. Settling into the bed, you should feel contouring in your lumbar from the wrapped coils, while the plush pillow top and Memory Plus Foam relieve pressure on your shoulders. The Midnight Luxe’s coil system gives the sleeper a springy experience, covered in plush luxury.
What We Like About the Helix Midnight Luxe
- The versatile firmness – Rated 6-7 on our firmness scale, the Helix Midnight Luxe is a good match for nearly everyone. Although the bed is slightly on the firmer side, its firmness and feel should be a good match for most sleepers, including couples…
- Excellent edge support – Helix sets a standard when it comes to edge support, and the Midnight Luxe is no exception. The mattress has a reinforced perimeter, allowing sleepers to use the entire surface of the bed.
- The cooling technology – Hybrid mattresses are often a better choice than all-foam beds when it comes to cooling. However, the Helix Midnight Luxe takes this to another level by incorporating TENCEL™ into their cover and copper gel memory foam just below the surface that further enhances cooling.
Our Helix Midnight Luxe Complaints
- No all-foam version – Helix makes hybrid mattresses, so there is no all-foam version of the Midnight Luxe or any other bed from their collection. Although these beds feature poly foam and memory foam, each model will also feature a coil unit, which could be a drawback for some.
- The higher cost – The Helix Midnight Luxe is more expensive than the standard version of Helix Midnight. This is because of the enhanced design that features many upgrades, such as 1,500 coils as opposed to 950 coils found in the standard Helix Midnight.
Testing the Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress: How it Performed
We tested the Midnight Luxe in several sleeping positions to evaluate how it performs for different sleepers. This helped us understand if this Helix would be a good match for side, back, and stomach sleepers, depending on how much they weigh. We also tested the bed for motion isolation, edge support, pressure relief, cooling, and support in general.
Sleeping Positions for Different Body Types
According to the Helix website, each mattress can support up to 1,000 pounds or 500 pounds per individual. You can rest peacefully knowing the Helix team meticulously tests these mattresses to ensure they are safe for these weight limits. This high weight limit is quite remarkable, making Helix a stand-out contender for larger bodies.
The fact that Helix can adequately support heavier bodies also points to the product’s longevity. Knowing that this mattress can sustain significant weight indicates its superior quality and ability to stand the test of time.
| Weight | Side Sleepers | Back Sleepers | Stomach Sleepers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lightweight Sleepers (-130 lbs | ★★☆ | ★★★ | ★★★ |
| Average-Weight Sleepers (130-230 lbs) | ★★★ | ★★★ | ★★☆ |
| Heavyweight Sleepers (+230 lbs) | ★★☆ | ★★☆ | ★☆☆ |
Side Sleepers
- Lightweight Sleepers – Lightweight side sleepers should like medium firmness of the Helix Midnight Luxe as it offers just enough cradling and pressure relief without taking away from the support needed to keep the spine aligned. However, some may find it too firm, in which case we’d recommend either a softer bed or adding a soft mattress topper.
- Average-Weight Sleepers – Side sleepers weighing 130 to 230 pounds should have no problem activating the upper foam layers to get the best pressure relief from this Helix. The coil unit responds well to movement, adapting to your curves for just enough pushback support where you need it the most.
- Heavyweight Sleepers – This Helix is rated 6-7 out of 10, so it may be too soft for most heavyweight sleepers. However, those who prefer sleeping on their side may like its medium firmness that cushions the shoulders, hips, and knees to prevent pressure build-up.
Back Sleepers
- Lightweight Sleepers – Lightweight back sleepers should like how the Midnight Luxe cushions the body and supports the hips to prevent them from sinking too deeply into the foam layers. The hybrid design provides excellent lumbar support and cradling, which is exactly what back sleepers need.
- Average-Weight Sleepers – Average-weight back sleepers may fall a bit deeper into the pillow top, but this just means a bit more pressure relief. The bed still excels in support, thanks to its 8-inch coils that help keep the spine aligned.
- Heavyweight Sleepers – Heavyweight sleepers who prefer sleeping on their back should find the Midnight Luxe softer than the other two groups. While the bed’s mid-range firmness should provide sufficient support in this position, those who need extra support should consider the brand’s Helix Plus model, which is designed specifically for larger sleepers.
Stomach Sleepers
- Lightweight Sleepers – Stomach sleepers weighing less than 130 pounds are likely the only group of stomach sleepers to get the most out of this Helix hybrid. The bed’s mid-range firmness should be just enough to support the hips in proper alignment.
- Average-Weight Sleepers – Average-weight stomach sleepers weighing closer to 150 pounds should get sufficient support for the hips and shoulders, but those weighing closer to 230 pounds may find it too soft.
- Heavyweight Sleepers – Heavyweight sleepers who prefer sleeping on their stomach are likely to find this Helix too soft to support their hips. In this case, we’d also recommend Helix Plus for this group.
Side Sleepers
- Lightweight Sleepers – Lightweight side sleepers should like medium firmness of the Helix Midnight Luxe as it offers just enough cradling and pressure relief without taking away from the support needed to keep the spine aligned. However, some may find it too firm, in which case we’d recommend either a softer bed or adding a soft mattress topper.
- Average Weight Sleepers – Side sleepers weighing 130 to 230 pounds should have no problem activating the upper foam layers to get the best pressure relief from this Helix. The coil unit responds well to movement, adapting to your curves for just enough pushback support where you need it the most.
- Heavyweight Sleepers – This Helix is rated 6-7 out of 10, so it may be too soft for most heavyweight sleepers. However, those who prefer sleeping on their side may like its medium firmness that cushions the shoulders, hips, and knees to prevent pressure build-up.
Back Sleepers
- Lightweight Sleepers – Lightweight back sleepers should like how the Midnight Luxe cushions the body and supports the hips to prevent them from sinking too deeply into the foam layers. The hybrid design provides excellent lumbar support and cradling, which is exactly what back sleepers need.
- Average Weight Sleepers – Average-weight back sleepers may fall a bit deeper into the pillow top, but this just means a bit more pressure relief. The bed still excels in support, thanks to its 8-inch coils that help keep the spine aligned.
- Heavyweight Sleepers – Heavyweight sleepers who prefer sleeping on their back should find the Midnight Luxe softer than the other two groups. While the bed’s mid-range firmness should provide sufficient support in this position, those who need extra support should consider the brand’s Helix Plus model, which is designed specifically for larger sleepers.
Stomach Sleepers
- Lightweight Sleepers – Stomach sleepers weighing less than 130 pounds are likely the only group of stomach sleepers to get the most out of this Helix hybrid. The bed’s mid-range firmness should be just enough to support the hips in proper alignment.
- Average Weight Sleepers – Average-weight stomach sleepers weighing closer to 150 pounds should get sufficient support for the hips and shoulders, but those weighing closer to 230 pounds may find it too soft.
- Heavyweight Sleepers – Heavyweight sleepers who prefer sleeping on their stomach are likely to find this Helix too soft to support their hips. In this case, we’d also recommend Helix Plus for this group.
Pressure Relief & Pain
When lying on the floor, you can quickly discover where your pressure points are on your body. Anywhere excess weight is pooled can create pressure, especially when you’re sleeping on your side and all of your weight is settled on a more narrow surface area. Ideally, you want a bed that can accommodate your unique needs and relieves any discomfort due to excess pressure.
According to the company’s website, the soft construction is designed to offer enhanced relief to side sleepers. The Midnight Luxe is intended to provide a universal medium firmness, so this product should also work well for most sleep types.
Back Pain – The Helix Midnight Luxe should provide a balance of support and pressure relief, both of which are crucial for people struggling with back pain. The foam layers cradle the lower back while the coil unit keeps the spine aligned for a healthy sleep posture.
Hip Pain – Hip pain can be tricky to fall asleep with, so it’s important to have a bed that helps alleviate the pressure, especially if you’re a side sleeper. The Helix Midnight has a plush Euro top to avoid pressure build-up, which should help alleviate existing pain.
Shoulder Pain – Shoulder pain is another common issue sleepers struggle with. The Helix Midnight Luxe should help ease this pain by cushioning the shoulders without letting them sink too deeply to throw the spine off alignment.
Support
You should notice a gentle cradle as you sink into the pillow top cover. Once the comfort foams become activated, the zoned construction of this product should allow some body parts to sink slightly while firmly supporting others where support is needed most; this should provide a neutral spine and enhanced pressure relief.
This bed should provide enough bounce in the deeper latex and foam material to allow you to readjust freely, making this product a good fit for combination sleepers or anyone who doesn’t like to feel “stuck” in their mattress. Back sleepers should enjoy solid lumbar support as well, helping maintain a neutral spine.
Motion Transfer
There should be minimal motion transfer present in this product compared to most bed-in-a-box hybrid models. The dense materials should absorb vibration and help dampen the movement that may travel through the coil system. As a result, couples should experience fewer disruptions due to motion transfer on this bed.
Temperature Regulation / Cooling
Helix is a good cooling mattress for hot sleepers as it has a hybrid construction that allows maximum airflow. The coils let the air circulate, which helps prevent the foam layers from overheating. In addition, the bed has a pillow top with TENCEL™ and copper gel memory foam that helps keep the surface of the bed cool.
Performance for Couples
Couples should like how the Midnight Luxe performs in terms of motion isolation, edge support, and bounce, all of which are important factors to consider. This hybrid has pocketed coils that move independently, which helps prevent motion from transferring from one side of the bed to the other. In addition, the foam layers on top of the coil unit help dampen movements even more. The bed’s reinforced perimeter allows couples to use the entire surface of the bed without feeling like they could roll off the edges.
Preference-based Features
Motion Isolation
There should be minimal motion transfer present in this product compared to most bed-in-a-box hybrid models. The dense materials should absorb vibration and help dampen the movement that may travel through the coil system. As a result, couples should experience fewer disruptions due to motion transfer on this bed.
Pillow Top
This hybrid features a Premium Cooling Pillow Top that allows excellent temperature regulation in addition to cushioning and gentle cradling that makes it fit such a wide range of sleepers.
Exceptional Edge Support
Helix products perform above the industry standard in this area and their Luxe product line only improves on this. These beds feature reinforced perimeter coils that further enhance edge support and maximize the usable sleep surface for couples and co-sleepers.
Excellent Support
The Helix Midnight Luxe should deliver good spine alignment for most sleepers. The support from the coils will help ensure the heavier body parts don’t sink too much, which throws off the alignment and leads to back pain. While most light and average-sized individuals should feel supported by the bed’s medium-firm feel, heavier individuals will likely need something more firm to keep their spine well-aligned.
Durability
You can expect quality and durability with the Midnight Luxe. This upgraded mattress features premium materials and is backed up by impressive trial and warranty deals. Not only does this bed come with a 100-night trial, but the Luxe’s warranty is 5 years longer than its standard counterpart. The longer warranty means this bed should hold up well over the years.
Adjustable Base Compatible
The Midnight Luxe is compatible with adjustable bases. This is a great advantage for people who can benefit from these types of foundations, such as those who snore frequently or need to improve their circulation. If you’re looking to purchase a new base, Helix sells its own adjustable base as well.
Construction: What’s Inside the Helix Midnight Luxe?
This is a bed-in-a-box hybrid using coils and foam. Additionally, the foams in this bed are CertiPUR-US® certified, ensuring the product meets strict health and safety standards. The bed can be used on any solid surface, including adjustable frames, the floor, and bases with slats no more than 5 inches apart. Proprietary foundations, frames, and adjustable bases are available through their website.
The cool and plush pillow top contains breathable TENCEL™and should allow a luxury feel and temperature regulation. Each Luxe mattress is 13.5 inches in height.
- The pillow top contains copper gel memory foam to promote soothing pressure relief and a cooler surface.
- The support layer contains Memory Plus Foam. This is a 2-inch material that is designed to adapt to your body weight to provide personalized relief and support.
- The transition layer is a high-grade poly foam that should provide a comfortable transition between the comfort and support materials.
- The innerspring unit is comprised of 1000+ individually wrapped coils standing at 8 inches in height. These individually pocketed coils are zoned to provide support or pressure relief where your body needs it most. The shoulders should gently sink with the hips more firmly supported to promote proper spinal alignment.
- The base layer is a DuraDense Foam that should provide stability to the overall sleep system and help to absorb motion from the coil system above.
Unboxing & Off-Gassing
This Helix mattress comes compressed, rolled, and packaged in a box for easy shipping. This makes it easy to move from your doorstep to the bedroom, although you may need an extra pair of hands because the box can be heavy, depending on the bed size you choose.
Once you unpack it, you should allow it at least 24 hours to decompress and reach its full size. You may even notice some off-gassing due to how the mattress is shipped. However, the off-gassing smells should dissipate by the time the mattress decompresses and is ready for use.
Certifications
- Eco-Friendly Certifications – This product was certified by OEKO-TEX®, which evaluates textiles at all processing levels for acceptable levels of hazardous chemicals and flame retardants. In addition, the foams in this bed are CertiPUR-US® certified. CertiPUR-US® is a third-party program that ensures the foams meet rigorous health and safety standards. This means they don’t contain harmful substances like ozone depleters, PBDEs, heavy metals, formaldehyde, and phthalates. They should also have low Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) emissions.
Coupons, Trials, Warranties, and Shipping
- Shipping – Shipping is free within the United States. The company also ships to most of Canada.
- White Glove Delivery – The White-Glove Delivery Helix once offered is currently suspended due to safety concerns.
- Trial – Shoppers can get a feel for their new bed with the company’s 100-night trial.
- Warranty – Helix offers a 15-year warranty.
- Return Policy – Returns within the trial period are completely free of charge. The company arranges for someone to pick up the mattress and they only issue a refund once they receive proof that your bed is removed. Helix issues a refund to the original form of payment.
Sizes & Prices
| Size | Dimensions (inches) | Price (w/o discount) |
|---|---|---|
| Twin | 38” x 75” x 13.5” | $1,199 |
| Twin XL | 38” x 80” x 13.5” | $1,449 |
| Full | 54” x 75” x 13.5” | $1,799 |
| Queen | 60” x 80” x 13.5” | $2,099 |
| King | 76” x 80” x 13.5” | $2,499 |
| Cali King | 72” x 84” x 13.5” | $2,499 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Helix Midnight Luxe too soft?
The Helix Midnight Luxe has a medium firmness that falls at a 6-7 on our firmness scale. This mid-range firmness should fit different sleeping positions, body weights, and shapes, making the Midnight Luxe a mattress suitable for many people. That being said, this bed may be too soft for heavier sleepers and some average-size stomach sleepers.
Is the Helix Luxe worth the extra money?
Although the Helix Luxe collection is on the more costly side, this is due to the premium materials, excellent craftsmanship, and durability representative of this brand. Plus, the Luxe collection is an upgrade from the regular Helix mattresses, delivering even better cooling, support, and pressure relief.
What is the difference between the Helix Midnight and the Helix Midnight Luxe?
The Helix Midnight Luxe is an update of the Helix Midnight. The Luxe version of this mattress is taller, has more coils, and has 4-sided edge support, whereas the Standard version has two-sided reinforcement.
Will the Helix Midnight Luxe sag?
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a durable mattress that should maintain its structure for years to come. The bed has a sturdy base layer under the coil unit that helps keep the upper layers from sagging, so you shouldn’t notice wear and tear for 7 to 10 years.
Helix Midnight Luxe vs Other Brands
Helix Midnight Luxe vs DreamCloud Premier
- 15-year warranty
- 100-night trial
- 6-7/10 firmness
- Lifetime warranty
- 365-night trial
- 6.5/10 firmness
Who We Recommend the Helix Midnight Luxe For
- People looking for affordable luxury
- Hot sleepers
- Back sleepers
Who We Recommend the DreamCloud Premier Hybrid For
- Luxury shoppers
- Side sleepers
- People struggling with pressure build-up
Check out our DreamCloud Premier Hybrid Mattress Review.
Helix Midnight Luxe vs Nectar Classic Hybrid
- Pillow top
- 13.5-inch profile
- 100-night trial period
- Gel memory foam
- 12-inch profile
- 365-night trial
Who We Recommend the Helix Midnight Luxe For
- Couples
- Side sleepers
- Luxury shoppers
Who We Recommend the Nectar Classic Hybrid For
- Allergy-prone people
- Hot sleepers
- People who need a longer trial
Read our Nectar Classic Hybrid Mattress Review if you think the Nectar is right for you.
Helix Midnight Luxe vs Other Helix Models
Helix Midnight Luxe vs Helix Midnight
- 6 layers
- 13.5-inch profile
- Up to 1,500 coils
- 4 layers
- 11.5-inch profile
- Up to 950 coils
Who We Recommend the Helix Midnight Luxe For
- Hot sleepers
- Luxury shoppers
- Back and side sleepers
Who We Recommend the Helix Midnight For
- Budget shoppers
- Side sleepers
- People looking for a thinner mattress
Check out our full Helix Midnight Mattress Review.
Helix Midnight Luxe vs Helix Twilight Luxe
- Medium feel
- Mid-range bounce
- Pillow top
- Firm feel
- Hypoallergenic cooling cover
- Zoned lumbar support
Who We Recommend the Helix Midnight Luxe For
- Side and Back sleepers
- Couples
- Average-weight people
Who We Recommend the Helix Twilight Luxe For
- Stomach sleepers
- Heavier people
- People with back pain
Overall Summary
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a luxury mattress at an affordable price, and we think this product will help many people get their ideal rest.
Side Sleepers
The Helix Midnight Luxe is well-suited to side sleepers. The medium comfort feel plus two layers of memory foam should complement this group well. Memory foam is fantastic for pressure relief, which is often a top priority for people who sleep on their side. Some lightweight side sleepers may find this bed too firm, which is why we gave it a 4.
Back Sleepers
This bed truly excels for sleepers in this position because of the care that went into providing excellent support and buoyancy for spinal alignment. Most back sleepers should be well-served by the Midnight Luxe because the medium-firm construction provides a solid balance of pressure relief and support.
Stomach Sleepers
Stomach sleepers must watch out for spine alignment because the midsection can dip in this position without sufficient support, messing with proper sleep posture. The Midnight Luxe should work well for lightweight and some average-size stomach sleepers, but heavier individuals will need a firmer bed for this position.
Combination Sleepers
Repositioning, a common concern for combination sleepers, should be simple because of the bounce from both coil units and the foam’s responsiveness. Additionally, repositioning often presents movement, potentially disturbing partners in the night. However, the motion isolation Helix offers should make this concern a thing of the past.
Couples
Couples looking for motion isolation should be impressed with the Midnight Luxe, which should allow both people to sleep without interruption. The Midnight Luxe incorporates individually wrapped coils, allowing the springs to react independently and reducing motion transfer. Plus, the dual memory foam layers are great for absorbing motion.
Heavy Sleepers
Heavier folks can struggle to find a mattress to accommodate their weight and ensure they get optimal support for body alignment. While the Midnight Luxe may work for some heavier side sleepers, most heavyset individuals won’t find their desired firmness in this mattress, which is why this bed scored a 3 out of 5.
Lightweight Sleepers
Lighter-than-average sleepers typically need softer beds to help prevent them from feeling like they’re sleeping on concrete. The Midnight Luxe should do well with lightweight back and stomach sleepers, but side sleepers will likely prefer a slightly softer option with more cushioning.
Average-Weight Sleepers
Average-weight people should like the Helix Midnight Luxe as its mid-range firmness is versatile enough to support the body in different sleeping positions. While side and back sleepers should like it the most, average-weight stomach sleepers (those closer to 150 pounds) should also get sufficient support from its 1,500 coils.
Overall Value
Helix packs a lot of value into their Midnight Luxe model, and their durability promises a return on your investment. Similar beds in retail stores can cost thousands compared to what Helix offers for much less, and you still are getting a luxurious feel and quality product.
Our Verdict
Should you buy it? We say yes.
We highly recommend this mattress for hot sleepers looking to stay cool through warm nights. From the cooling pillow top and copper gel memory foam to the airflow from the coils, hot sleepers should feel plenty comfortable with this mattress. In addition, the mattress employs superior motion isolation, making it an excellent choice for those frequently disturbed by a fidgety partner.
Back sleepers should be well supported by the coils, while still receiving quality pressure relief from multiple memory foam layers. Lastly, combination sleepers should enjoy the universal medium comfort feel and the buoyancy of the coils for easy repositioning.
Olivera Janckin
Olivera is a content writer for Sleep Advisor and is enthusiastic about sleep. She firmly believes in the benefits of daytime naps on top of getting a full 8-hour sleep at night.
She started writing in 2016 and never looked back. What she appreciates the most is her flexible working hours and the ability to work with people worldwide.
In her free time, Olivera enjoys reading Spanish literature, taking pilates classes, and trying out new cocktails with friends.
