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Helix Kids Review

Rating: 7.5
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The Helix Kids mattress is a flippable hybrid mattress designed for children aged 3 to 12, featuring two sides with different firmness levels to adapt as a child grows. It excels in cooling performance, has moderate motion transfer, and provides excellent edge support. The mattress offers good pressure relief and minimal off-gassing. It is constructed with a quilted, water-resistant cover, hypoallergenic materials, and a pocketed coil core. While suitable for children under 120 lbs, it may not be ideal for older kids or adults. Helix offers a 100-night trial and a 10-year warranty, making it a practical investment for families.

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7.8
  • 9
    Cooling

    The mattress excels in cooling performance, maintaining a lower surface temperature and dissipating heat effectively.

  • 9
    Edge Support

    The mattress provides excellent edge support when lying down, beneficial for children getting in and out of bed.

  • 8
    Pressure Relief

    The mattress offers good pressure relief, although it may not be sufficient for older or heavier children who sleep on their sides.

  • 8
    Off-Gassing

    The mattress has minimal off-gassing, dissipating any initial odors within two days.

  • 7
    Motion Transfer

    The mattress exhibits moderate motion transfer, which is generally acceptable for kids.

  • 6
    Response Time

    The mattress has a slower response time, taking 0.8 seconds to mostly recover and 1.5 seconds for full recovery.

5.0
  • 8
    Edge Support

    "Reinforced edges provide excellent support, reducing the likelihood of children rolling off the bed."

  • 4
    Motion Transfer

    "Motion Transfer: 4/5"

  • 3
    Cooling

    "Cooling: 3/5"

7.5
  • 8
    Motion Transfer

    Includes hundreds of individual wrapped coils that provide support and limit motion transfer

  • 7
    Edge Support

    Reinforced edges for added safety

7.4
  • 8
    Motion Transfer

    Rated 4/5, making it suitable for co-sleeping situations.

  • 8
    Cooling

    Rated 4/5, featuring a breathable design to help regulate temperature.

  • 8
    Edge Support

    Rated 4/5, with reinforced edges for stability.

  • 8
    Pressure Relief

    Rated 4/5, with the softer side providing better pressure relief for older children.

  • 5
    Off-Gassing

    Some found the initial setup complex and reported off-gassing odors that took time to dissipate.

7.0
  • 7
    Cooling

    The materials used in the mattress help to regulate temperature, ensuring a comfortable sleep environment.

7.7
  • 8
    Cooling

    Designed to promote airflow, each mattress includes a breathable cover and cooling materials to help regulate temperature.

  • 8
    Pressure Relief

    Each model aims to alleviate pressure points, particularly for side sleepers.

  • 7
    Edge Support

    Reinforced edges enhance durability and maximize usable surface area.

7.7
  • 8
    Edge Support

    Very good, providing a secure sleeping environment.

  • 8
    Pressure Relief

    Very good for side sleepers, particularly for lighter and average weight children.

  • 7
    Motion Transfer

    Good, making it suitable for children who may move around during sleep.

6.6
  • 8
    Motion Transfer

    The mattress provides good motion isolation, making it suitable for couples.

  • 8
    Pressure Relief

    Particularly favored by side sleepers for its plush feel and pressure relief.

  • 7
    Response Time

    The mattress features a Euro top and a responsive feel, making it easy to switch positions.

  • 5
    Cooling

    Sleeps cooler than traditional memory foam, but not the coolest option available.

  • 5
    Edge Support

    Edge support is considered average.

7.3
  • 10
    Cooling

    Rated 5/5 for cooling performance due to the Tencel cover

  • 10
    Edge Support

    Rated 5/5, providing stability for active sleepers

  • 7
    Pressure Relief

    Good pressure relief for back and stomach sleepers; moderate for side sleepers, especially heavier children

  • 7
    Off-Gassing

    Slight off-gassing odor that dissipates within 24-48 hours

  • 5
    Motion Transfer

    Fair level of motion transfer, which may not be ideal for shared sleeping arrangements

  • 5
    Response Time

    Average response time, suitable for children

8.0
  • 8
    Edge Support

    Individually wrapped steel coils offer stability and edge support

7.5
  • 10
    Pressure Relief

    The mattress excels in providing pressure relief, particularly for side sleepers, alleviating discomfort in the shoulders, hips, and knees.

  • 9
    Motion Transfer

    The Midnight Luxe effectively absorbs motion, making it suitable for couples or restless sleepers.

  • 6
    Edge Support

    While edge support is decent, some sinkage occurs when sitting on the edge due to the plush pillow top.

  • 5
    Cooling

    The Tencel cover is breathable, contributing to temperature regulation, but some users experience temperature regulation issues.

8.0
  • 9
    Motion Transfer

    The individually wrapped coils minimize motion transfer, making it ideal for couples where one partner may move frequently during the night.

  • 9
    Pressure Relief

    The Helix Midnight is particularly praised for its cushioning, which alleviates pressure on joints, especially for side sleepers.

  • 8
    Cooling

    The mattress is designed to be breathable, helping to dissipate heat and reduce night sweats, outperforming many all-foam mattresses in this regard.

  • 6
    Edge Support

    While the mattress provides decent edge support, it is noted that there is some sinkage when sitting on the edges, which may not be sufficient for all users.

7.8
  • 9
    Motion Transfer

    The mattress performs well in isolating motion, making it a good option for couples.

  • 9
    Pressure Relief

    The mattress excels in pressure relief, contouring well to the body while maintaining support.

  • 8
    Cooling

    The Helix Midnight is noted for its impressive temperature regulation, thanks to its breathable cover and hybrid construction.

  • 8
    Off-Gassing

    The unboxing process is straightforward, and the mattress expands quickly without significant odors.

  • 5
    Edge Support

    While the edge support is adequate, it is not as strong as some competitors, leading to noticeable sinkage when sitting on the edges.

9.0
  • 10
    Motion Transfer

    Nectar Memory-Foam Mattress: Provides excellent motion isolation

  • 9
    Pressure Relief

    Leesa Original Mattress: Offers substantial pressure relief

  • 8
    Cooling

    Tuft & Needle Mint Mattress: Features additional cooling layers

8.2
  • 9
    Cooling

    Exceptional cooling capabilities, customizable comfort levels, and a luxurious feel (Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe)

  • 9
    Pressure Relief

    Excellent pressure relief, cooling properties, and machine-washable cover (Tempur-Breeze LuxeBreeze)

  • 8
    Motion Transfer

    Great motion isolation, cooling features, and luxurious feel (DreamCloud)

  • 8
    Edge Support

    Excellent edge support, and effective temperature regulation (Saatva Classic)

  • 7
    Bounce

    Excellent airflow, pressure relief, and a bouncy feel (Purple RestorePremier Hybrid)

Pressure Relief
8.5
  • 10.0
    www.tomsguide.com

    The mattress excels in providing pressure relief, particularly for side sleepers, alleviating discomfort in the shoulders, hips, and knees.

  • 9.0
    www.techradar.com

    The Helix Midnight is particularly praised for its cushioning, which alleviates pressure on joints, especially for side sleepers.

  • 9.0
    www.usnews.com

    The mattress excels in pressure relief, contouring well to the body while maintaining support.

  • 9.0
    nymag.com

    Leesa Original Mattress: Offers substantial pressure relief

  • 9.0
    www.forbes.com

    Excellent pressure relief, cooling properties, and machine-washable cover (Tempur-Breeze LuxeBreeze)

  • 8.0
    naplab.com

    The mattress offers good pressure relief, although it may not be sufficient for older or heavier children who sleep on their sides.

  • 8.0
    www.sleepadvisor.org

    Rated 4/5, with the softer side providing better pressure relief for older children.

  • 8.0
    sleepopolis.com

    Each model aims to alleviate pressure points, particularly for side sleepers.

  • 8.0
    www.goodbed.com

    Very good for side sleepers, particularly for lighter and average weight children.

  • 8.0
    www.goodhousekeeping.com

    Particularly favored by side sleepers for its plush feel and pressure relief.

  • 7.0
    sleepiverse.com

    Good pressure relief for back and stomach sleepers; moderate for side sleepers, especially heavier children

Motion Transfer
7.7
  • 10.0
    nymag.com

    Nectar Memory-Foam Mattress: Provides excellent motion isolation

  • 9.0
    www.tomsguide.com

    The Midnight Luxe effectively absorbs motion, making it suitable for couples or restless sleepers.

  • 9.0
    www.techradar.com

    The individually wrapped coils minimize motion transfer, making it ideal for couples where one partner may move frequently during the night.

  • 9.0
    www.usnews.com

    The mattress performs well in isolating motion, making it a good option for couples.

  • 8.0
    checkout.helixsleep.com

    Includes hundreds of individual wrapped coils that provide support and limit motion transfer

  • 8.0
    www.sleepadvisor.org

    Rated 4/5, making it suitable for co-sleeping situations.

  • 8.0
    www.goodhousekeeping.com

    The mattress provides good motion isolation, making it suitable for couples.

  • 8.0
    www.forbes.com

    Great motion isolation, cooling features, and luxurious feel (DreamCloud)

  • 7.0
    naplab.com

    The mattress exhibits moderate motion transfer, which is generally acceptable for kids.

  • 7.0
    www.goodbed.com

    Good, making it suitable for children who may move around during sleep.

  • 5.0
    sleepiverse.com

    Fair level of motion transfer, which may not be ideal for shared sleeping arrangements

  • 4.0
    www.mattressclarity.com

    "Motion Transfer: 4/5"

Cooling
7.3
  • 10.0
    sleepiverse.com

    Rated 5/5 for cooling performance due to the Tencel cover

  • 9.0
    naplab.com

    The mattress excels in cooling performance, maintaining a lower surface temperature and dissipating heat effectively.

  • 9.0
    www.forbes.com

    Exceptional cooling capabilities, customizable comfort levels, and a luxurious feel (Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe)

  • 8.0
    www.sleepadvisor.org

    Rated 4/5, featuring a breathable design to help regulate temperature.

  • 8.0
    sleepopolis.com

    Designed to promote airflow, each mattress includes a breathable cover and cooling materials to help regulate temperature.

  • 8.0
    www.techradar.com

    The mattress is designed to be breathable, helping to dissipate heat and reduce night sweats, outperforming many all-foam mattresses in this regard.

  • 8.0
    www.usnews.com

    The Helix Midnight is noted for its impressive temperature regulation, thanks to its breathable cover and hybrid construction.

  • 8.0
    nymag.com

    Tuft & Needle Mint Mattress: Features additional cooling layers

  • 7.0
    www.sleepare.com

    The materials used in the mattress help to regulate temperature, ensuring a comfortable sleep environment.

  • 5.0
    www.goodhousekeeping.com

    Sleeps cooler than traditional memory foam, but not the coolest option available.

  • 5.0
    www.tomsguide.com

    The Tencel cover is breathable, contributing to temperature regulation, but some users experience temperature regulation issues.

  • 3.0
    www.mattressclarity.com

    "Cooling: 3/5"

Edge Support
7.3
  • 10.0
    sleepiverse.com

    Rated 5/5, providing stability for active sleepers

  • 9.0
    naplab.com

    The mattress provides excellent edge support when lying down, beneficial for children getting in and out of bed.

  • 8.0
    www.mattressclarity.com

    "Reinforced edges provide excellent support, reducing the likelihood of children rolling off the bed."

  • 8.0
    www.sleepadvisor.org

    Rated 4/5, with reinforced edges for stability.

  • 8.0
    www.goodbed.com

    Very good, providing a secure sleeping environment.

  • 8.0
    mattresswarehouse.com

    Individually wrapped steel coils offer stability and edge support

  • 8.0
    www.forbes.com

    Excellent edge support, and effective temperature regulation (Saatva Classic)

  • 7.0
    checkout.helixsleep.com

    Reinforced edges for added safety

  • 7.0
    sleepopolis.com

    Reinforced edges enhance durability and maximize usable surface area.

  • 6.0
    www.tomsguide.com

    While edge support is decent, some sinkage occurs when sitting on the edge due to the plush pillow top.

  • 6.0
    www.techradar.com

    While the mattress provides decent edge support, it is noted that there is some sinkage when sitting on the edges, which may not be sufficient for all users.

  • 5.0
    www.goodhousekeeping.com

    Edge support is considered average.

  • 5.0
    www.usnews.com

    While the edge support is adequate, it is not as strong as some competitors, leading to noticeable sinkage when sitting on the edges.

Off-Gassing
7.0
  • 8.0
    naplab.com

    The mattress has minimal off-gassing, dissipating any initial odors within two days.

  • 8.0
    www.usnews.com

    The unboxing process is straightforward, and the mattress expands quickly without significant odors.

  • 7.0
    sleepiverse.com

    Slight off-gassing odor that dissipates within 24-48 hours

  • 5.0
    www.sleepadvisor.org

    Some found the initial setup complex and reported off-gassing odors that took time to dissipate.

Bounce
7.0
  • 7.0
    www.forbes.com

    Excellent airflow, pressure relief, and a bouncy feel (Purple RestorePremier Hybrid)

Response Time
6.0
  • 7.0
    www.goodhousekeeping.com

    The mattress features a Euro top and a responsive feel, making it easy to switch positions.

  • 6.0
    naplab.com

    The mattress has a slower response time, taking 0.8 seconds to mostly recover and 1.5 seconds for full recovery.

  • 5.0
    sleepiverse.com

    Average response time, suitable for children