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Eight the PodvsHelix Midnight Luxe
Which one is best for you? Eight the Pod vs Helix Midnight Luxe - 2026 comparison by Vs Mattress
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Eight the Pod
by Eight Sleep · Foam
Check current deal.10 years (mattress) 2 years (technology) · 100-night trial
Helix Midnight Luxe
by Helix Sleep · Hybrid (coils and foam)
20% Off + 2 Free Gifts15 years · 100-night trial
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Eight the Pod
Helix Midnight Luxe
Essential information
| Eight the Pod | Helix Midnight Luxe | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Foam | Hybrid (coils and foam) |
| Launched | – | – |
| Brand | Eight Sleep | Helix Sleep |
| Made in | United States (mattress) & China (technology) | United States |
| Unique points | The first bed with dynamic cooling and heating to improve sleep. Eight Pod mattress features 4 layers of premium foam, 11 inches deep for optimal support:
The Hub is the core that powers the Pod. The Pod includes:
| The Midnight Luxe offers side sleeper relief, balanced support and a medium feel, it has four layers of construction and is 14 inches height:
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| Video | – | Helix EDU: Meet Luxe |
Certifications & trial
| Eight the Pod | Helix Midnight Luxe | |
|---|---|---|
| OEKO-TEX® | No | No |
| CertiPUR-US® | Yes | Yes |
| Certifications | CertiPur-US® | CertiPur-US®, GREENGUARD Gold |
| Other certification info | – | <p id="">GREENGUARD Gold</p> |
| Sleep trial | 100 nights | 100 nights |
| Warranty | 10 years (mattress) 2 years (technology) | 15 years |
| Free shipping | – | – |
| Free returns | Yes | Yes |
| Pay later | Yes | Yes |
| Delivery info | The Pod Pro is ready to ship. FedEx will deliver to your door, no signature required. | 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
| Eight the Pod | Helix Midnight Luxe | |
|---|---|---|
| One firmness fits all | No | 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. Our most common feel choice. A 4-7 on the firmness scale. |
Construction & materials
| Eight the Pod | Helix Midnight Luxe | |
|---|---|---|
| Layers | Airflow Top Layer, Supportive Air Technology, FlexSpring technology core, Durable Premium Base | Ultra-Cool Premium Pillow Top, Gel Visco Foam, Memory Plus Foam, High-Grade Polyfoam, Zoned Body Shape Layer, Wrapped Coils, DuraDense Foam. |
| Cover | The Pod has a soft premium knit cover with enhanced breathability. | 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 | The only smart mattress with advanced cooling and heating technology designed to help you fall asleep faster and keep you asleep. | 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 | Dual-Zone Cooling & Heating. Independently set each side of the bed to anywhere between 55°F-110°F. Schedule on and off times from the Eight Sleep app. Advanced Sleep Tracking. Individual sleep tracking on each bed side, supporting two sleepers. Metrics include sleep stages, sleep time, toss and turns, and more. | 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 | – | – |
Size & weight
| Eight the Pod | Helix Midnight Luxe | |
|---|---|---|
| Available sizes | Full (Double), Queen, King, California King | Twin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King |
| Dimensions | Twin: 13 " | Twin: 13.5 " |
| Twin weight (kg) | – | 80 |
| Twin XL weight (kg) | – | 80 |
| Full (Double) weight (kg) | N/A | 105 |
| Queen weight (kg) | N/A | 115 |
| King weight (kg) | N/A | 145 |
| California King weight (kg) | N/A | 145 |
FAQs
Eight the Pod
Is the Eight Sleep Pod loud?
The Eight Sleep Pod operates very quietly. Even when the Hub is adjusting the water temperature in the mattress, it only produces a soft whirring sound.
How does the Eight Sleep Pod work?
The Eight Sleep Pod Pro's Hub functions as a computer and pump. It cools and heats the water in the mattress's Active Grid. The temperature of the mattress can be controlled via the Eight Sleep app.
How firm is the Eight Sleep Pod?
The Eight Sleep Pod is considered to be of "medium-firm" level. It is best suited for stomach, back, and combination sleepers.
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.
Thank you for checking out this Eight the Pod 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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