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Casper ElementvsHelix Plus

Which one is best for you? Casper Element vs Helix Plus - 2026 comparison by Mattress Battles

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Casper ElementNo longer availableHelix Plus20% Off + 2 FREE Dream Pillows

Casper Element

by Casper · All Foam

No longer available

10 Years · 100 Nights-night trial

Helix Plus

by Helix · Hybrid (coils and foam)

20% Off + 2 FREE Dream Pillows

10 Years · 100 Nights-night trial

Pricing by size

Casper Element

Twin$545

Twin XL$595

Full$745

Queen$795

King$945

California King$945

Helix Plus

Twin$811.30

Twin XL$936.30

Full$1,061.30

Queen$1,498.80

King$1,811.30

California King$1,811.30

Essential information

	Casper Element	Helix Plus
Type	All Foam	Hybrid (coils and foam)
Launched	2014	2015
Brand	Casper	Helix
Made in	Undisclosed	United States
Unique points	We made an expensive mattress that's not expensive. The sweet spot between superior comfort and serious value. It's a premium mattress in a streamlined design. 2 layers of polyurethane foam: Breathable AirScape™ Top Foam Durable Support Foam.	The Helix Plus is designed for Plus Size and Big & Tall and offers maximum support with a medium feel, it has five layers of construction: Tencel Cover 1.5" Helix Dynamic Foam 1" Gel Memory Foam (Density: 4.0 lb) 1.5" Memory Foam Plus 8" Body Shaped Innersprings with reinforced perimeter 1" DuraDense Base Foam.
Video	Watch video	Helix+

Certifications & trial

	Casper Element	Helix Plus
OEKO-TEX®	No	No
CertiPUR-US®	Yes	Yes
Certifications	CertiPur-US®	CertiPur-US®, GREENGUARD Gold
Other certification info	–	–
Sleep trial	100 Nights nights	100 Nights nights
Warranty	10 Years	10 Years
Free shipping	–	–
Free returns	Yes	Yes
Pay later	No	Yes
Delivery info	We ship via UPS Standard in the United States and Canada from warehouse partners in each country. Additional fees may apply for Northwest Territories, Yukon, and Nunavut. Terms and conditions apply.	Your Helix Mattress is gently compressed, rolled, and put in a box that's about the size of a bag of golf clubs for easy shipping! Packaging dimensions are 16" x 16" x 48", and we ship via FedEx Ground direct from the manufacture to your door. Canadian orders may incur a shipping fee as well as a Customs Tax. These additional fees are applied during checkout.

Firmness & feel

	Casper Element	Helix Plus
One firmness fits all	Yes	Yes
Select your firmness	No	No
Adjustable firmness	No	No
Half and half firmness	No	No
Flippable / reversible	No	No
Firmness info	When we designed the Casper Element, we knew we had to deliver lasting comfort at an unbeatable price. It borrows elements from our signature mattress to promise coolness and support in a more cost-efficient design.	Medium feel top of the bed you need - not too firm, not too soft. Rated a 7 to 8 on the firmness scale. Maximum support - to help provide maximum support for people with high BMIs.

Construction & materials

	Casper Element	Helix Plus
Layers	Breathable AirScape™ Top Foam, Durable Support Foam.	Tencel Cover, Helix Dynamic Foam, Gel Memory Foam, Memory Foam Plus, Body Shaped Innersprings with reinforced perimeter, DuraDense Base Foam.
Cover	–	Each Plus mattress comes with our Ultra Breathable Tencel technology designed to increase airflow and to keep you cool.
Machine-washable cover	No	No
Ergonomic handles	No	No
Comfort	Cooling helps keep you at the right temperature for your best rest. We also own the manufacturing process, so we can guarantee all Casper mattresses meet our high standards for comfort. Plus every mattress saves up to 9 recycled bottles from the environment. A top layer of proprietary perforated breathable foam helps reduce heat, the tiny holes move hot air and body heat away. This innovative cooling system is designed to help keep you cool all night.	Ultra breathable cover and hybrid design increase airflow to keep the mattress cooler. No more sweaty nights. Our special latex-foam hybrid alternative, designed to be denser to contour to your body. Uniquely pressure relieving, we use 4 pound Memory Plus Foam - a special, ultra dense and extra durable Helix blend.
Support	The durable base is engineered to prevent sinking and sagging while supporting your whole body. Premium AirScape™ foam conforms to your body to relieve pressure.	The new Helix Plus has higher density foams to match heavier sleepers and provide increased durability. The coil unit has best in-class edge support, so plus size sleepers never feel like they're falling off the mattress. An extra layer of high density, 4 pound foam is included in one of the three foam layers to help provide maximum support for people with high BMIs. Firm Memory Foam provides ergonomic support and cushioning, the transition layer has a higher IFD to match your body type. Extra support. Hundreds of individual taller coils designed to cradle and support heavier weight. Reinforced perimeter to provide edge support. The bottom foam layer of the mattress provides base support and durability to the entire mattress.
Posts	The Casper Blog When we’re not making mattresses, we’re learning everything we can about the power of rest.… [Read more]	–

Size & weight

	Casper Element	Helix Plus
Available sizes	Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King	Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King
Dimensions	Twin: 10 "	Twin: 12.5 "
Twin weight (kg)	43	70
Twin XL weight (kg)	N/A	70
Full weight (kg)	57	90
Queen weight (kg)	69	100
King weight (kg)	88	125
California King weight (kg)	N/A	125

FAQs

Casper Element

No FAQs yet.

Helix Plus

What is the weight limit on the Helix Plus?

The Helix Plus mattress can support up to 1000 lbs in total, or 500 lbs for a single sleeper, making it suitable for individuals of any size.

What is the firmness of a helix plus?

The Helix Plus mattress is rated as a 7.5/10 on the firmness scale, making it firmer than average.

Is the Helix PLUS mattress any good?

Yes, the Helix Plus mattress is a good investment. It is made of high-density foams and supportive coils, making it durable and suitable for heavier sleepers.

Wrap up

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