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The Helix Dusk Luxe mattress is made specially for back and stomach sleepers (as well as those who suffer from back pain). Does it really live up to its hype? Can it really help reduce your back pain? Read on to find out.
Helix Dusk Luxe Review and Performance Test Results
Pros
- Great for back and stomach sleepers
- Offers responsive support
- Pressure relieving
- Good value for its price point
Cons
- Not suitable for petite strict side sleepers
- Average edge support
Our experience with Helix Dusk Luxe
| Factor | Performance |
|---|---|
| Pressure relief | 9 |
| Motion isolation | 7 |
| Cooling | 8 |
| Edge support | 7 |
| Comfort | 9 |
| Firmness | Medium Firm |
| Thickness (inches) | 13.5 |
| Trial (nights) | 100 |
| Warranty (years) | 15 |
The Helix Dusk Luxe is one of very few hybrid mattresses that we’ve tried that actually feels like a latex mattress – the same bouncy, responsive feel and the same supportive yet pressure relieving comfort without any of the sinkage that’s usually associated with memory foam mattresses.
Mattresses like the Helix Dusk Luxe are perfect for those who suffer from back pain – whether chronic or acute – because it helps provide proper spinal alignment which is exactly what back pain sufferers need.
Since it’s a hybrid mattress, the Helix Dusk Luxe is also perfect for those that weigh over 250 lbs thanks to its combination of foams and durable steel coils.
Here’s the thing though, since it’s a firmer type of mattress (which is awesome for back and stomach sleepers) it might be a little too firm for side sleepers who are more on the petite side.
Firmness
The Helix website says that the Helix Dusk Luxe mattress has a medium feel but we think it’s more of a medium-firm feel when we tried it out.
As we’ve mentioned, back and stomach sleepers will benefit the most from firmer mattresses no matter their size but strict side sleepers who are on the petite side may find firmer mattresses to be tough on their pressure points.
Cooling Test
We rate the Helix Dusk Luxe an 8 out 10 when it comes to cooling and temperature regulation.
Helix uses proprietary foams that feature active cooling materials in the Helix Dusk mattress. You also get to choose between two different cooling covers although we have to say, the default mattress cover that the Helix Dusk Luxe comes with which is made of Tencel is already pretty cooling and breathable.
Aside from the cooling proprietary foam layers, the Helix Dusk Luxe mattress’ coil unit does a very good job of letting air flow continuously throughout the entire mattress.
Motion Transfer Test
We rate the Helix Dusk Luxe mattress a 7 out of 10 when it comes to motion isolation.
We experienced a small amount of motion transfer when we tried the mattress out with a partner, mostly because of the combination of latex-like foam and spring coils. Nothing too crazy though but if you share a bed with a partner who’s slightly heavier than you are, you may feel some motion transfer.
Edge Support Test
We rate the Helix Dusk mattress a 7 out of 10 when it comes to edge support.
Here’s where the Helix Dusk mattress disappoints us a little. For a mattress that features durable steel coils, you’d think they’d include reinforced edge coils but nope – the edge support on the Helix Dusk mattress is pretty much subpar.
Pressure Relief/Comfort Test
We rate the Helix Dusk Luxe a 9 out of 10 when it comes to comfort and pressure relief.
The Helix Dusk Luxe mattress features a pillow top layer as well as 4 foam comfort layers that provide exceptional pressure relief and comfort.
The latex and memory foam hybrid foam combo offers a responsive type of comfort that’s contouring enough without letting you feel as though you are sinking into the bed which is exactly what strict back and stomach sleepers need.
Construction
The Helix Dusk Luxe mattress contains 6 different layers including an optional upgrade of an ErgoAlign comfort layer.
The topmost layer is made up of a cooling pillow top that provides extra contouring and compression for better pressure relief.
Beneath that comes the optional ErgoAlign comfort layer that helps provide extra compression on areas where you need it the most.
Even without the ErgoAlign layer, you already get a comfort layer that’s made up of Helix’s responsive foam that also provides contouring and pressure relief.
Right underneath that lies Helix’s Dynamic foam, a latex and memory foam blend that offers responsive support.
The transition layer is made up of Helix’s Responsive foam that is slightly firmer and being a transition foam, helps ease your body into the mattress’ coil unit feel.
The coil unit in the Helix Dusk Luxe mattress is made up of up to a thousand of durable steel coils that are individually wrapped for better motion absorption. The coil unit also offers zoned support that offers support in areas where you’d need it the most such as the back, legs and shoulders.
The base layer is made up of high density foam that offers even more support and helps hold all the upper layers together.
The mattress cover of the Helix Dusk Luxe is made up of Tencel, which is soft and breathable. You also have the option to upgrade to an active cooling cover which is Helix’s own GlacioTex cover which is cool to the touch.
Durability
Helix mattresses in general are pretty durable when it comes to longevity and the Helix Dusk Luxe is no different.
Made from premium quality materials, the Helix Dusk Luxe mattress falls under Helix’s Luxe line of mattresses which are known for their quality and durability.
Sizes
The Helix Dusk Luxe mattress comes in 8 different mattress sizes including an RV King.
- Twin
- Twin XL
- Full
- Queen
- King
- California King
- Short Queen
- RV King
Financing
Helix offers financing for all of their mattresses including the Helix Dusk Luxe through Affirm.
Shipping
Helix offers free shipping for all of their mattresses throughout the contiguous United States.
Trial Period
You get a 100 night risk-free sleep trial when you purchase any Helix Sleep mattress which includes any Luxe model, including the Helix Dusk Luxe.
Return Policy
Should you find that the Helix Dusk Luxe mattress is not exactly your perfect fit, you have 100 days from the date you received your Helix mattress to return it.
All you need to do is raise a return request through their official website and Helix Sleep’s customer service team will contact you and walk you through the entire process.
Once your returned mattress has been confirmed received by Helix Sleep, you will then receive a full refund to the original mode of payment that you used when you purchased the mattress.
Bear in mind that Helix Sleep will not acknowledge any return requests past the 100th day mark.
Also, Helix recommends adhering to the 30 day break-in period to allow your body to adjust to the mattress before making any decisions just like most mattress brands.
Warranty
Helix offers a 15 year warranty for all of their mattresses.
Evolution of the Helix Dusk Luxe and Previous Versions
The Helix Dusk Luxe mattress has gone through any previous iterations or modifications since it was first introduced.
About Helix Sleep
Founded on January 5, 2015, Helix Sleep is a bed in a box company that offers premium, high quality mattresses in different price ranges that can suit any budget.
Headquartered in New York City, Helix Sleep currently has over 100 employees.
All Helix mattresses and bedding products are produced in their factory in Arizona.
Aside from mattresses, Helix Sleep also offers kids mattresses, bed bases and bedding such as pillows, sheet sets and mattress protectors.
Contact Helix Sleep Customer Service
You can contact Helix Sleep though either their official contact form on their website or via phone.
- Phone – 831-777-5976
Similar Mattresses to Consider
Not quite sold on the Helix Dusk Luxe? Check out these other alternatives.
Helix Midnight Luxe
If you’re big on edge support and want better motion isolation, check out the Helix Midnight Luxe mattress.
Unlike the Helix Dusk Luxe, the Helix Midnight Luxe mattress features reinforced edge coils which gives it very good edge support. The Helix Midnight Luxe also offers better motion isolation but it is slightly firmer than the Helix Dusk Luxe.
Nolah Original Hybrid
For something a bit more affordable than the Helix Dusk Luxe, check out the Nolah Original Hybrid.
Even though cheaper, the Nolah Original Hybrid is also made with premium, American-sourced materials and offers both support and pressure relief for all sleeper types.
Unlike the Helix Dusk Luxe though, we experienced a bit of off-gassing when we first unboxed it.
The WinkBed
If what you’re looking for is a more hotel bed-like experience, check out the WinkBed mattress.
Also featuring a premium pillow top like the Helix Dusk Luxe, the WinkBed mattress’ pillow top layer is softer, more contouring, offering a plusher sleeping experience akin to sleepin on a 5-star hotel bed.
Being a softer hybrid mattress with a true medium feel, the WinkBed mattress is suitable for all sleeper types including strict side sleepers.
Additional Resources: Learn More About the Helix Dusk Luxe
Where to buy the Helix Dusk Luxe
You can buy the Helix Dusk Luxe mattress on Helix Sleep’s official website which is the best place to purchase it since they over full warranty coverage and a better return policy.
You can also find it on Amazon.
Conclusion
Back and stomach sleepers who suffer from back pain are often overlooked when it comes to specifically designed mattresses but the Helix Dusk Luxe mattress is one such mattress that’s made specially for them.
Featuring premium materials such as proprietary foam blends, durable steel coils and actively cooling mattress covers, the Helix Dusk Luxe offers both contouring comfort and extra support for better spinal alignment that back pain sufferers need the most.
How We Rate Mattresses
We personally test and rate mattresses using the following strict quantitative criteria:
- Comfort
- Structural integrity and durability
- Firmness and support
- Cooling capabilities
- Pressure relief
- Edge support
- Motion isolation
Learn more about our mattress rating process and methodology here.
Michelline loves nothing more than a cozy bed, with a stack of books at her side. She loves getting lost when she travels, can bake an entire British afternoon tea from scratch, is obsessed with all things analogue and does calligraphy on the side. She currently suffers from mild insomnia and is more than happy to be your guinea pig, so you won’t have to go through all the trouble of finding out what works best for you.
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