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Helix PlusvsSilk & Snow

Which one is best for you? Helix Plus vs Silk & Snow - 2026 comparison by Mattress Battles

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Helix Plus20% Off + 2 FREE Dream PillowsSilk & SnowSpend $800, receive a free Down-Alternative Duvet.

Helix Plus

by Helix · Hybrid (coils and foam)

20% Off + 2 FREE Dream Pillows

10 Years · 100 Nights-night trial

Silk & Snow

by Silk & Snow · Memory foam

Spend $800, receive a free Down-Alternative Duvet.

15 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

Silk & Snow

Twin$650

Twin XL$675

Full$725

Queen$800

King$900

California King$900

Essential information

	Helix Plus	Silk & Snow
Type	Hybrid (coils and foam)	Memory foam
Launched	2015	2017
Brand	Helix	Silk & Snow
Made in	United States	Canada
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.	The Silk + Snow mattress uses luxurious ultra-dense 4lb memory foam and is comprised of 3 layers: 2" Luxury 4 lb Supportive Memory Foam 2" Premium 1.8 lb Responsive High Performance Foam 6" Premium 1.8 lb Support Foam Polyester / Spandex / Silver Infused Zipper Cover.
Video	Helix+	Silk and Snow Hybrid Mattress Review - A Luxurious, Affordable Hybrid?

Certifications & trial

	Helix Plus	Silk & Snow
OEKO-TEX®	No	No
CertiPUR-US®	Yes	Yes
Certifications	CertiPur-US®, GREENGUARD Gold	CertiPur-US®
Other certification info	–	–
Sleep trial	100 Nights nights	100 Nights nights
Warranty	10 Years	15 Years
Free shipping	–	–
Free returns	Yes	Yes
Pay later	Yes	Yes
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.	We offer free shipping to all provinces. We will ship your package using various courier partners (UPS, Canada Post, USPS, Loomis Express, etc.). They will deliver Monday to Friday during business hours. For more info click here.

Firmness & feel

	Helix Plus	Silk & Snow
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 perfect balance of support and pressure relief with the S&S Mattress. Its medium firmness, high-density memory foam provides ample support, while the premium base foam ensures a solid foundation. Unlike traditional memory foam, our foam maintains consistent firmness regardless of temperature, delivering a comfortable sleep experience.

Construction & materials

	Helix Plus	Silk & Snow
Layers	Tencel Cover, Helix Dynamic Foam, Gel Memory Foam, Memory Foam Plus, Body Shaped Innersprings with reinforced perimeter, DuraDense Base Foam.	Luxury Supportive Memory Foam, Premium Responsive High Performance Foam, Premium Support Foam, Polyester / Spandex / Silver Infused Zipper Cover.
Cover	Each Plus mattress comes with our Ultra Breathable Tencel technology designed to increase airflow and to keep you cool.	Ultra-Soft Premium Cover. A top cover made from one of the world's smartest natural materials. We used an innovative antimicrobial textile, powered by pure silver to help prevent the growth of unwanted bacteria. Our silver technology is woven into the fibers, allowing the fabric to feel soft and luxurious.
Machine-washable cover	No	Yes
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.	When it comes to foam, weight means comfort and quality and our mattress is one of the heaviest on the market. Our ultra-dense 4lb memory foam will give you the plushness and pressure relief you've been looking for and keep that feel for 15 years or more. A luxury 4 lb memory foam layer that provides a cooler, more consistent sleep surface every single night - 13x better than conventional memory foam, 16x better than latex.
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.	Our foam mattress is the perfect hybrid - you'll get the spring and bounce of latex, with the support and pressure relief that memory foam is known for. A premium 1.8 lb high performance foam transition layer that provides the spring and bounce you'd find in a latex or coil bed, while providing unparalleled support, pressure relief and motion isolation. This durable 1.8 lb premium support layer is the foundation to it all. Strength, support and structure of the mattress starts here.
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Size & weight

	Helix Plus	Silk & Snow
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	43
Twin XL weight (kg)	70	48
Full weight (kg)	90	65
Queen weight (kg)	100	76
King weight (kg)	125	91
California King weight (kg)	125	95

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.

Silk & Snow

Is Silk and Snow a firm mattress?

The Silk & Snow Hybrid is a firm mattress that offers ample support. It is particularly suitable for back sleepers, stomach sleepers, and those who alternate between these positions.

What is silk and snow mattress made of?

The Silk & Snow Hybrid is composed of three main layers: a 1-inch layer of quilted gel polyfoam, a 2-inch layer of gel memory foam, and a pocketed coil core.

How much does a silk and snow mattress weigh?

The Silk & Snow mattress, which comes compressed in a box, can weigh anywhere between 50 and 115 lbs, depending on the size of the mattress you ordered.

Wrap up

Thank you for checking out this Helix Plus vs Silk & Snow 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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