Bear vs Birch by Helix - 2024 Review

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Essential Information

Mattress Type
Memory foam
Hybrid (coils and latex)
Year Launched
1996
Brand
Bear Mattress
Birch Living
Unique Points

Proprietary memory foam technology & mattress design combines 4 layers of foam:

  • 1" of Graphite-Gel Infused Foam
  • 2.5" of Quick Response Foam
  • 6.5" of Breathable Support Foam.

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

OEKO-TEX®
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
-
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
CertiPur-US®

GREENGUARD Gold Certified

Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), GREENGUARD Gold, eco-INSTITUT, Forest Stewardship Council

Other Certification Info

Firmness & Feel

Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.  Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.  Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
Firmness For Everyone
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Select Your Firmness
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Adjustable Firmness
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Half-Half Firmness
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Flippable / Reversible Firmness
Firmness Info

While we designed the Bear Mattress to have a solid core support with a nice touch of softness on top for comfort, we would categorize the mattress as a medium-firm. Certain independent reviews for comparison on mattress firmness rate the Bear Mattress a 7.1 on a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being most firm.

Pricing

Twin
Twin XL
Double
Queen
King
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Construction & Materials

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Bear
Birch by Helix
Layers
Graphite-Gel Infused Foam, Quick Response Foam, Breathable Support Foam.
Organic Cotton, Fire Retardant Cover, Comfort Layer, Pressure Relief Layer, Support Layer, Base Layer
Cover
Clinically-Proven Celliant® Cover. This specialized, one-of-a-kind cover absorbs the body's natural heat and reflects far Infrared light back to the skin helping your body recover faster and sleep better.
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.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Machine-washable Cover
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Ergonomic Handles
Comfort
Cooler Sleep. Graphite-Gel + high airflow, open cell Response Foam increase cooling and conductivity up to 7x more than traditional foam mattresses. Graphite Gel Foam. Rapidly adapts to each individual's needed support and comfort while infused graphite gel particles promote a cooler night's 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
Not too firm, not too soft, the Bear Mattress is a perfect blend of cooling comfort, contouring pressure relief and core support designed for all body shapes and all types of sleepers. Offering just the right amount of bounce, Response Foam offers unparalleled pressure relief and pressure mapping for optimal spinal alignment. Support foam strengthens the comfort layers and adds long-lasting durability.
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.
Manufactured in
United States
United States

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Size & Weight

Available Sizes
Twin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King
Twin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King
Mattress Depth
10 "
11 "
Twin
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Twin Weight (kg)
50
N/A
Twin XL
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Twin XL Weight (kg)
50
N/A
Full
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Full Weight (kg)
60
N/A
Queen
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Queen Weight (kg)
70
N/A
King
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
King Weight (kg)
90
N/A
Cal King
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Cal King Weight (kg)
90
N/A

FAQ

Trial & Warranty

Free Trial
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.   Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Sleep Trial
120
 Nights
100
 Nights
Warranty
Lifetime
25 years
Free Shipping
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
Free Returns
Yes
Yes

Delivery

Delivery Information

Your Bear Sleep Products typically ship from our warehouse within 2-4 business days after your order is completed. Depending on where you're located in the country our Bear Sleep Products will usually arrive at your door in 4-7 business days.

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.

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