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Helix MidnightvsBear Star Hybrid

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

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Helix Midnight20% Off + 2 Free GiftsBear Star Hybrid35% OFF + Free Gift

Helix Midnight

by Helix Sleep · Hybrid (coils and foam)

20% Off + 2 Free Gifts

10 years · 100-night trial

Bear Star Hybrid

by Bear Mattress · Hybrid (coils and foam)

35% OFF + Free Gift

Lifetime · 365-night trial

Pricing by size

Helix Midnight

Twin$936.30

Twin XL$1,061.30

Full (Double)$1,248.80

Queen$1,373.80

King$1,748.80

California King$1,748.80

Bear Star Hybrid

Twin$1,298

Twin XL$1,398

Full (Double)$1,498

Queen$1,732

King$2,132

California King$2,132

Essential information

	Helix Midnight	Bear Star Hybrid
Type	Hybrid (coils and foam)	Hybrid (coils and foam)
Launched	–	1996
Brand	Helix Sleep	Bear Mattress
Made in	United States	United States
Unique points	The Midnight offers balanced support and a medium feel, it has four layers of construction: Cover: Helix Two Touch Design Comfort Layer: Memory Plus Foam (Density: 2.5 PCF) Transition Layer: High-Grade Polyfoam Body Shape Layer: 6" Wrapped Coils Base Layer: DuraDense Foam.	The Bear Star Hybrid is designed to offer a luxurious, traditional mattress feel using individually wrapped coils and premium foams. Made with 5 layers: Moisture wicking, cool to the touch hand-quilted cover Copper-infused Memory Foam Responsive Comfort Foam Individually encased coils High-Density Support Foam
Video	Introducing the Helix Midnight	Bear Mattress Features

Certifications & trial

	Helix Midnight	Bear Star Hybrid
OEKO-TEX®	No	No
CertiPUR-US®	Yes	Yes
Certifications	CertiPur-US®, GREENGUARD Gold	CertiPur-US®, GREENGUARD Gold
Other certification info	<p id="">GREENGUARD Gold</p>	<p id="">GREENGUARD Gold</p>
Sleep trial	100 nights	365 nights
Warranty	10 years	Lifetime
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 UPS Ground direct from the manufacture to your door.	Estimated delivery: 7-10 business days. Ships FREE via FedEx. The Bear Star Hybrid is constructed in and shipped from Wisconsin, US, so delivery times may vary depending on its final destination. The mattress is compressed, vacuum sealed and rolled into a box that is 45" x 20.5" x 20.5". We recommend that two people set up your Bear Star Hybrid mattress.

Firmness & feel

	Helix Midnight	Bear Star Hybrid
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	Medium feel top of the bed you need - not too firm, not too soft. Our most common feel choice. Balanced support - best for side sleepers with thin to average body types. A 4-7 on the firmness scale.	–

Construction & materials

	Helix Midnight	Bear Star Hybrid
Layers	Helix Two Touch Design, Memory Plus Foam, High-Grade Polyfoam, Wrapped Coils, DuraDense Foam.	Copper-infused Memory Foam, Responsive Comfort Foam, Individually Encased Coils, High-Density Support Foam
Cover	Helix Two Touch Design. Each mattress comes with a top cover layer with stretch and a soft touch as well as a lower cover layer for airflow and breathability. Top cover - 100% soft polyester. Lower cover - Jersey knit fabric with woven fire barrier. Upgrade to ultra cool knit cover for cooler nights (available at checkout). This Ultra-Cool Cover is designed using phase change material to keep your body cool when you sleep. Simply zip on the Ultra-Cool Cover in place of your standard cover for quick and easy use.	Moisture wicking, cool to the touch hand-quilted cover combines HydroCool® technology, plus Celliant® fiber to create a cool and fast drying sleep surface that improves your overall well-being every night.
Machine-washable cover	No	No
Ergonomic handles	No	Yes
Comfort	Uniquely pressure relieving, we use Memory Plus Foam - a special Helix blend.	Sleep Cool and Breezy Sleep easy with a heat-conductive copper-infused comfort foam, layered with innerspring coils and Sleep Recovery Technology™ for a cool-to-the-touch sensation. Stay cool throughout the night
Support	Specially designed using a Memory Plus Foam pressure relief layer to cushion your pressure points as a side sleeper. Density of the top and middle layers optimized to give you the right amount of support based on your body type. High-Grade Polyfoam. Providing ergonomic support and cushioning, the transition layer has a medium IFD to match your body type. Wrapped Coils. Hundreds of individual coils help to cradle your body while also limiting motion transfer. Edge Support. Each mattress has an individually wrapped spring unit with a reinforced perimeter. This means your mattress will reduce that roll-off feeling and will keep its shape more while sitting on the edge of the bed. Our technology is proven to be substantially better than all foam options.	Full Support from Edge to Edge Extra strong edge coils allow for enhanced edge support along the perimeter of the mattress. Supportive edges reduce roll-off
Posts	–	Sleep and Wellness Blog Read the latest posts and reviews from Bear. [Read more]

Size & weight

	Helix Midnight	Bear Star Hybrid
Available sizes	Twin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King	Twin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King
Dimensions	Twin: 11.5 "	Twin: 13 "
Twin weight (kg)	65	60
Twin XL weight (kg)	65	60
Full (Double) weight (kg)	85	80
Queen weight (kg)	100	110
King weight (kg)	120	140
California King weight (kg)	120	140

FAQs

Helix Midnight

How soft is Helix Midnight?

The Helix Midnight has a firmness rating between 4 and 7 out of 10. The feel of the mattress may vary depending on the body type of the sleeper – it may feel medium-soft to heavier sleepers and medium-firm to lighter-weight sleepers.

Is the Helix Midnight suitable for heavy people?

The Helix Midnight offers good pressure relief and helps maintain a healthy spinal alignment, making it suitable for heavy people. However, it may not be supportive enough for heavy stomach sleepers.

Is the Helix Midnight suitable for hot sleepers?

Yes, the Helix Midnight is a good choice for hot sleepers as its coil layer promotes airflow throughout the bed, helping to keep the sleeper cool.

Bear Star Hybrid

What type of sleeper will enjoy the Star Hybrid?

The Star Hybrid mattress is versatile and suits a wide range of sleepers. Whether you sleep on your back or switch positions, this mattress offers a balance of softness and support. It features a foam-quilted cover and additional foam layers infused with gel and copper, along with a robust coil system at the base. It's particularly recommended for side sleepers, combination sleepers, and couples of various sizes and sleep positions.

How would you rate the firmness of the Star Hybrid?

The Star Hybrid is rated as a medium-firm mattress, with a firm core support and a plush, hand-tufted top that provides a floating-on-a-cloud feeling. On a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being most firm, the Bear Hybrid is categorized as a 6.8.

Is the Star Hybrid made in the USA?

The Star Hybrid is made in the USA using both foreign and domestic components. It is built with CertiPur-US Certified foams and is GREENGUARD Gold Certified to ensure high-quality materials and healthy indoor air quality.

Wrap up

Thank you for checking out this Helix Midnight vs Bear Hybrid 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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