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BearvsHelix Midnight Luxe

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

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Bear35% OFF + Free GiftHelix Midnight Luxe20% Off + 2 Free Gifts

Bear

by Bear Mattress · Memory foam

35% OFF + Free Gift

Lifetime · 120-night trial

Helix Midnight Luxe

by Helix Sleep · Hybrid (coils and foam)

20% Off + 2 Free Gifts

15 years · 100-night trial

Pricing by size

Bear

Twin$748

Twin XL$811

Full (Double)$873

Queen$998

King$1,248

California King$1,248

Helix Midnight Luxe

Twin$1,373.80

Twin XL$1,623.80

Full (Double)$1,998.80

Queen$2,373.80

King$2,873.80

California King$2,873.80

Essential information

	Bear	Helix Midnight Luxe
Type	Memory foam	Hybrid (coils and foam)
Launched	1996	–
Brand	Bear Mattress	Helix Sleep
Made in	United States	United States
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 Midnight Luxe offers side sleeper relief, balanced support and a medium feel, it has four layers of construction and is 14 inches height: Ultra-Cool Premium Pillow Top Comfort Layer: Gel Visco Foam (Density: 2.5 PCF) Support Layer: 2" Memory Plus Foam (Medium IFD) Transition Layer: High-Grade Polyfoam (Medium IFD) Zoned Body Shape Layer: 8" 1,000+ Wrapped Coils Base Layer: DuraDense Foam.
Video	Bear Mattress Features	Helix EDU: Meet Luxe

Certifications & trial

	Bear	Helix Midnight Luxe
OEKO-TEX®	No	No
CertiPUR-US®	Yes	Yes
Certifications	CertiPur-US®, GREENGUARD Gold	CertiPur-US®, GREENGUARD Gold
Other certification info	<p id="">GREENGUARD Gold Certified</p>	<p id="">GREENGUARD Gold</p>
Sleep trial	120 nights	100 nights
Warranty	Lifetime	15 years
Free shipping	–	–
Free returns	Yes	Yes
Pay later	Yes	Yes
Delivery info	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 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 UPS Ground direct from the manufacture to your door.

Firmness & feel

	Bear	Helix Midnight Luxe
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	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.	Medium feel top of the bed you need - not too firm, not too soft. Our most common feel choice. A 4-7 on the firmness scale.

Construction & materials

	Bear	Helix Midnight Luxe
Layers	Graphite-Gel Infused Foam, Quick Response Foam, Breathable Support Foam.	Ultra-Cool Premium Pillow Top, Gel Visco Foam, Memory Plus Foam, High-Grade Polyfoam, Zoned Body Shape Layer, Wrapped Coils, DuraDense Foam.
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.	Ultra-Cool Cover. Each LUXE mattress cover features Helix Cool Sleep Technology with phase change material to absorb and release heat to maintain a regulated temperature.
Machine-washable cover	No	No
Ergonomic handles	No	No
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.	The LUXE comes with an Ultra-Cool Cover and a Premium Quilted Pillow Top. This provides advanced comfort and that hotel top layer feel you love, with a smooth touch for next level sleep bliss. LUXE mattresses feature additional comfort layers and are 14" tall (4" taller). Premium quilted top for extra comfort and our Ultra-Cool Cover featuring phase change material to absorb and regulate excess heat. Top of the line pressure relieving, we use high density Gel Visco for best in class comfort.
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.	All the support features of the Helix Midnight mattress, combined with Zoned Lumbar Support Coils. Zoning technology to provide a softer feel under your shoulders and firmer under your hips to help cradle your body and align your spine. Featuring best in class edge support. Memory Plus foam designed to cushion and support your body. High-Grade polyfoam Providing ergonomic support and contour, the transition layer allows for seamless progression of your body weight into the mattress. Zoned Wrapped Coils give a softer feel under your shoulders and firmer under your hips to help cradle your body, align your spine, and provide advanced lumbar and edge support.
Posts	Sleep and Wellness Blog Read the latest posts and reviews from Bear. [Read more]	–

Size & weight

	Bear	Helix Midnight Luxe
Available sizes	Twin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King	Twin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King
Dimensions	Twin: 10 "	Twin: 13.5 "
Twin weight (kg)	50	80
Twin XL weight (kg)	50	80
Full (Double) weight (kg)	60	105
Queen weight (kg)	70	115
King weight (kg)	90	145
California King weight (kg)	90	145

FAQs

Bear

Do Bear mattresses last?

Like the average memory foam mattress, you should expect to get at least eight to 10 years out of your Bear mattress.

Are Bear mattresses hot?

In comparison to other all-foam mattresses, the Bear does maintain good temperature neutrality and doesn't get too hot.

Where is Bear Mattress from?

Bear mattresses are proudly made in America.

Helix Midnight Luxe

Is the Helix Midnight Luxe worth it?

The Helix Midnight Luxe is recommended, especially for couples, due to its memory foam layers that minimize disturbance from a partner's movements. It's less firm than the original Midnight, making it more suitable for side sleepers.

Is Helix Midnight Luxe too soft?

The Helix Midnight Luxe, a hybrid mattress, is rated 6-7 out of 10 on the firmness scale, indicating medium firmness. It should be suitable for most people, providing both pressure relief and support through its combination of foam layers and coil unit.

How thick is the Helix Midnight Luxe mattress?

The Helix Midnight Luxe has a thickness of 14 inches.

Wrap up

Thank you for checking out this Bear vs Helix Midnight Luxe 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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