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Casper Nova HybridvsHelix Plus

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

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Casper Nova HybridCheck current deal.Helix Plus20% Off + 2 FREE Dream Pillows

Casper Nova Hybrid

by Casper · Hybrid (coils and foam)

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10 Years · 101 Nights-night trial

Helix Plus

by Helix · Hybrid (coils and foam)

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10 Years · 100 Nights-night trial

Pricing by size

Casper Nova Hybrid

Twinn/a

Twin XLC$ 2,449

FullC$ 2,899

QueenC$ 3,199

KingC$ 3,699

California KingC$ 3,699

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 Nova Hybrid	Helix Plus
Type	Hybrid (coils and foam)	Hybrid (coils and foam)
Launched	2014	2015
Brand	Casper	Helix
Made in	Undisclosed	United States
Unique points	Those who want a plush top layer without sacrificing support and cooling. Made with three layers of premium foam, plus foam-encased springs: Breathable AirScape™ Polyurethane Foam Zoned Polyurethane Foam Contoured Memory Foam Durable Base of Polyurethane Foam with Encased Springs.	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 Nova Hybrid	Helix Plus
OEKO-TEX®	No	No
CertiPUR-US®	Yes	Yes
Certifications	CertiPur-US®	CertiPur-US®, GREENGUARD Gold
Other certification info	–	–
Sleep trial	101 Nights nights	100 Nights nights
Warranty	10 Years	10 Years
Free shipping	–	–
Free returns	Yes	Yes
Pay later	Yes	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 Nova Hybrid	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	The best way to feel the Casper Nova Hybrid is to take advantage of our 100-night, risk-free trial. If you're looking for a mattress that can sustain more weight, or you want to be lifted more than cradled, then our hybrids are a great choice.	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 Nova Hybrid	Helix Plus
Layers	Breathable AirScape™ Polyurethane Foam, Zoned Polyurethane Foam, Contoured Memory Foam, Durable Base of Polyurethane Foam with Encased Springs.	Tencel Cover, Helix Dynamic Foam, Gel Memory Foam, Memory Foam Plus, Body Shaped Innersprings with reinforced perimeter, DuraDense Base Foam.
Cover	A super plush and stretchy top. This velvelvety-soft layer makes bedtime feel extra cozy. Knit fabrics stretch in 4 ways so you feel the full benefits of the layers below. The added pillow-like fabrics cradle your body and make you feel as if you were sinking into a cloud.	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. Two layers of perforated breathable foam help reduce heat. Plus every mattress saves up to 70 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. With a thin coating of cooling gel that adds a refreshing feel. This innovative cooling system is designed to help keep you cool all night. Second layer of AirScape™ helps prevent overheating. These air channels allow heat to escape. Resilient springs increase airflow.	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	Superior plushness without sacrificing support. More support where you need it most with the plushness you crave. Zoned Support™ Pro offers 7 zones of targeted support for healthy spinal alignment, softer foam around the shoulders provides more relief to the upper body and multiple ergonomic points under shoulders, hips, waist and lower back. A firmer border provides edge support to help you get in and out bed easily. Premium AirScape™ foam conforms to your body to relieve pressure. This has a plush, velvety soft feel. A second layer of supportive foam has 3 ergonomic zones to help align your spine and provide more relief. A third layer with Zoned Support™ Pro relieves pressure under the shoulders, and provides more support under the waist, lower back, and hips to align your spine. These zones reinforce support from the layers above. Fabric-wrapped springs provide active support and a little lift.	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.
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Size & weight

	Casper Nova Hybrid	Helix Plus
Available sizes	Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King	Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King
Dimensions	Twin: 12 "	Twin: 12.5 "
Twin weight (kg)	60	70
Twin XL weight (kg)	62	70
Full weight (kg)	84	90
Queen weight (kg)	89	100
King weight (kg)	125	125
California King weight (kg)	127	125

FAQs

Casper Nova Hybrid

Is Casper Nova too soft?

The Casper Nova may be perceived as overly soft by heavier sleepers. This is because the more weight applied to a bed, the softer it feels, and the Casper Nova is already a soft bed. However, if you prefer a softer bed, the Casper Nova should provide comfort.

Is Casper Nova good for back pain?

The Casper Nova is excellent at promoting healthy spinal alignment for lightweight sleepers in all positions and average-weight sleepers who sleep on their sides or backs. The zoned support foam and pocketed coils provide pressure relief and firmness in the necessary areas, helping to alleviate back pain for these sleepers.

Does Casper Nova Hybrid come in a box?

Yes, the Casper Nova Hybrid is a bed-in-a-box model, meaning it will be delivered compressed and rolled in a box.

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

Thank you for checking out this Casper Nova Hybrid vs Helix Plus mattress comparison. We have tried to compare all the necessary information to help you choose which mattress is the most suitable for you.

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