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Which one is best for you? Bear Pro vs Birch by Helix - 2026 comparison by Vs Mattress

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Bear Pro35% OFF + Free GiftBirch by Helix20% Off + 2 Free Gifts

Bear Pro

by Bear Mattress · Memory foam

35% OFF + Free Gift

Lifetime · 120-night trial

Birch by Helix

by Birch Living · Hybrid (coils and latex)

20% Off + 2 Free Gifts

25 years · 100-night trial

Pricing by size

Bear Pro

Twin$1,364

Twin XL$1,464

Full (Double)$1,514

Queen$1,590

King$1,990

California King$1,990

Birch by Helix

Twin$1,498.80

Twin XL$1,623.80

Full (Double)$1,873.80

Queen$2,123.80

King$2,498.80

California King$2,498.80

Essential information

	Bear Pro	Birch by Helix
Type	Memory foam	Hybrid (coils and latex)
Launched	1996	–
Brand	Bear Mattress	Birch Living
Made in	United States	United States
Unique points	The Bear Pro hybrid has 4 foam layers: Breathable Quilt Cover Cooling Gel Memory Foam Bear Dynamic Foam Full Individually Encased Coils plus Perimeter Edge Support	The Birch mattress was designed by Helix, the team behind the leading mattress brand in customized sleep. Birch takes those learnings in comfort and uses all natural and organic materials. The Birch mattress is a 6 layer construction: Cover - Organic Cotton Fire Retardant Cover - Wool Comfort Layer - Birch Wool Pressure Relief Layer - Natural Talalay Latex Support Layer - Individually Wrapped Coils Base Layer - Wool Batting.
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Certifications & trial

	Bear Pro	Birch by Helix
OEKO-TEX®	No	No
CertiPUR-US®	Yes	No
Certifications	CertiPur-US®, GREENGUARD Gold	Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), GREENGUARD Gold, Eco-INSTITUT, Forest Stewardship Council
Other certification info	<p id="">GREENGUARD Gold Certified</p>	<p id="">Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), GREENGUARD Gold, eco-INSTITUT, Forest Stewardship Council</p>
Sleep trial	120 nights	100 nights
Warranty	Lifetime	25 years
Free shipping	–	–
Free returns	Yes	Yes
Pay later	Yes	Yes
Delivery info	Estimated delivery: 2 to 7 business days. Ships FREE via FedEx. The Bear Mattress is constructed in and shipped from Mississippi, US, so delivery times may vary depending on its final destination.	Your Birch Mattress is gently compressed, rolled, and put in a box for easy shipping! We ship via FedEx Ground direct from the manufacturer to your door. Delivered for free typically in 4 to 8 business days.

Firmness & feel

	Bear Pro	Birch by Helix
One firmness fits all	Yes	No
Select your firmness	No	No
Adjustable firmness	No	No
Half and half firmness	No	No
Flippable / reversible	No	No
Firmness info	The Bear Pro is rated a 6.5 on the firmness scale, with 1 being soft and 10 being firm. The Pro's responsive foams provide medium-firm support and the perfect amount of bounce. Contours and cradles the body, but with a nice bounce. Pressure point relief for Side Sleepers who don't want their arms to fall asleep at night. Just the right amount of bounce for Back Sleepers who don't like the "sinking" feeling of too much memory foam.	–

Construction & materials

	Bear Pro	Birch by Helix
Layers	Breathable Quilt Cover, Cooling Gel Memory Foam, Bear Dynamic Foam, Full Individually Encased Coils plus Perimeter Edge Support	Organic Cotton, Fire Retardant Cover, Comfort Layer, Pressure Relief Layer, Support Layer, Base Layer
Cover	Breathable Quilt Cover with Sleep Recovery Technology™ Powered by Celliant to promote recovery and well-being.	The Birch Mattress has a cover that is made using natural, organic cotton. It is designed to be highly breathable with a subtle stretch and soft touch.
Machine-washable cover	No	No
Ergonomic handles	Yes	No
Comfort	Hot Sleepers Take Comfort The combination of cooling gel memory foam and individually encased coils offers heat absorption with greater airflow to combat those hot nights. Reduces trapped body heat while you sleep	Our materials come from nature - whether it be wool sustainably sheared from New Zealand sheep or latex tapped from trees. These premium materials are comfortable on your body and conscience. 100% all natural & organic Birch Wool provides unparalleled comfort and temperature regulation. Birch Wool is designed to retain shape with a natural elasticity of each fiber. Talalay latex is up to 7 times more breathable than other types of latex. Natural latex is also hypoallergenic and anti-microbial.
Support	Adapts to Your Shape and Sleep Position Our responsive and supportive foams contour to your body's shape. Keep the pressure off of your back, hips and shoulder in any sleep position. Feel supported no matter how you sleep	We spent countless hours finding the right density of latex, quantity of wool, and type of steel springs to provide unprecedented comfort and pressure relief. Each mattress features a reinforced perimeter for best in class edge support. The coils that run along the outside of your mattress are actually firmer, so no more feeling of falling off the bed when lying down or sitting on the edge. Natural Talalay latex provides response to cushion your pressure points while giving support. Our latex is carefully managed to ensure consistency. Hundreds of individual steel coils help to cradle your body and provide support, while also limiting motion transfer. Additionally, the reinforced perimeter coils provide best in class edge support.
Posts	Sleep and Wellness Blog Read the latest posts and reviews from Bear. [Read more]	–

Size & weight

	Bear Pro	Birch by Helix
Available sizes	Twin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King	Twin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King
Dimensions	Twin: 10 "	Twin: 11 "
Twin weight (kg)	50	N/A
Twin XL weight (kg)	50	N/A
Full (Double) weight (kg)	60	N/A
Queen weight (kg)	70	N/A
King weight (kg)	90	N/A
California King weight (kg)	90	N/A

FAQs

Bear Pro

Does the Pro Hybrid smell?

Bear mattresses use foams that emit minimal to no odor. If there is any smell, it's typically faint and similar to that of new sneakers, dissipating within a few days.

How deep is the bear pro mattress?

The Bear Pro Hybrid mattress has a total profile of 10 inches, which is considered an average height. It features a two-layer comfort system over pocketed coils and unique Celliant fibers. The firmness of the mattress is rated as a 7 on a 10-point firmness scale.

What is Bear Pro?

The Bear Pro Hybrid is designed with enhanced cooling technology to maintain a neutral temperature. It features a breathable Celliant cover that absorbs and releases excess body heat, and a top comfort layer of gel-infused memory foam intended to further dissipate heat.

Birch by Helix

Is birch mattress good for couples?

Yes, Birch mattresses are ideal for couples as they have excellent cooling properties. The natural wool and latex layers allow for breathability and prevent the mattress from retaining body heat, making it a good choice for couples who tend to overheat.

Does the birch mattress smell?

The Birch Natural mattress does have a strong initial smell which may deter some customers. However, it offers pressure relief, motion isolation, and heat diffusion.

What materials are used in a Birch mattress?

Birch mattresses are made with natural materials including wool, latex, cotton, and steel. More details can be found on the Birch materials page.

Wrap up

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