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Helix PlusvsLeesa Original

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

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Helix Plus20% Off + 2 FREE Dream PillowsLeesa OriginalNo current promotions, discounts or coupons.

Helix Plus

by Helix · Hybrid (coils and foam)

20% Off + 2 FREE Dream Pillows

10 Years · 100 Nights-night trial

Leesa Original

by Leesa · Memory foam

No current promotions, discounts or coupons.

10 Years · 100 Nights-night trial

Pricing by size

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

Leesa Original

Twin$1,040

Twin XL$1,100

Full$1,300

Queen$1,450

King$1,700

California Kingn/a

Essential information

	Helix Plus	Leesa Original
Type	Hybrid (coils and foam)	Memory foam
Launched	2015	2015
Brand	Helix	Leesa
Made in	United States	United States
Unique points	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.	3-Layer Foam Construction: 2" LSA200 Foam Top Layer 2" Contouring Memory Foam (IFD: 9. Density: 3 PCF) 6" Core Support Foam Base (IFD: 32. Density: 1.8 PCF) Seamless Iconic Four-stripe Cover.
Video	Helix+	Leesa Original Mattress

Certifications & trial

	Helix Plus	Leesa Original
OEKO-TEX®	No	No
CertiPUR-US®	Yes	No
Certifications	CertiPur-US®, GREENGUARD Gold	B Corp™
Other certification info	–	–
Sleep trial	100 Nights nights	100 Nights nights
Warranty	10 Years	10 Years
Free shipping	–	–
Free returns	Yes	Yes
Pay later	Yes	No
Delivery info	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.	It's free! We don't want you to have any hesitations when choosing a better night's sleep so we cover all shipping and import fees.

Firmness & feel

	Helix Plus	Leesa Original
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	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.	Experience the ultimate in comfort and support with our popular all-foam mattress, designed to provide cooling, contouring, and pressure relief. Enjoy a perfect balance of hug and bounce, while the 6" base foam layer ensures strength and durability without compromising on firmness.

Construction & materials

	Helix Plus	Leesa Original
Layers	Tencel Cover, Helix Dynamic Foam, Gel Memory Foam, Memory Foam Plus, Body Shaped Innersprings with reinforced perimeter, DuraDense Base Foam.	LSA200 Foam Top Layer, Contouring Memory Foam, Core Support Foam Base, Seamless Iconic Four-stripe Cover.
Cover	Each Plus mattress comes with our Ultra Breathable Tencel technology designed to increase airflow and to keep you cool.	The Leesa Mattress is wrapped in our iconic four-stripe cover that features fire retardant properties.
Machine-washable cover	No	No
Ergonomic handles	No	No
Comfort	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.	Beautifully designed and engineered with three premium foams for cooling, body contouring and pressure-relieving core support. LSA200 Foam. The 2" foam top layer provides airflow for a cooler night's sleep and enough bounce for freedom of movement.
Support	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.	The Leesa mattress is designed to cradle and support your body while avoiding the sinking feeling and overheating found in other foam mattresses. Pressure Relieving Memory Foam. The 2" memory foam layer delivers the body contouring and pressure relief you've come to expect from memory foam.
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Size & weight

	Helix Plus	Leesa Original
Available sizes	Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King	Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King
Dimensions	Twin: 12.5 "	Twin: 10 "
Twin weight (kg)	70	45
Twin XL weight (kg)	70	48
Full weight (kg)	90	56
Queen weight (kg)	100	71
King weight (kg)	125	90
California King weight (kg)	125	92

FAQs

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.

Leesa Original

Is Leesa good for hot sleepers?

Yes, Leesa mattresses are designed to prevent heat trapping, a common issue with traditional memory foam mattresses. This ensures that sleepers do not get hot while they sleep.

Is Leesa mattress too soft?

The Leesa mattress has a firmness rating of 5.5 out of 10, making it slightly softer than the industry standard for medium firmness, which is 6.5. The mattress offers a cushiony feel and provides good pressure relief and contouring due to its layers of memory foam and breathable foam.

How long does Leesa original mattress last?

Similar to the Leesa hybrid, the Leesa original mattress, being a foam bed, is expected to last around 6-8 years.

Wrap up

Thank you for checking out this Helix Plus vs Leesa Original 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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