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Brooklyn vs Helix In Depth Comparison
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Construction
Brooklyn Mattresses8.5
The Brooklyn Signature :
The Brooklyn Signature combines 6″ of individually pocketed Ascension™ springs with 4″ of patented hyper-responsive foam for increased comfort and deeper compression support. Both top foam layers are treated with a cooling TitaniumGel™ infusion to optimize temperature, making this mattress the highest value bed on the market.
Plank:
For sleepers who can never find a mattress firm enough, the Plank by Brooklyn Bedding delivers an ultra-firmer, flatter, flippable surface, creating a neutral spine position that’s better for your back and posture overall. The top side of the mattress is standard firm; the bottom side is ultra-firm, allowing for an easily flippable, highly customizable sleep—engineered to reduce pressure on your circulatory system and provide better blood flow while compelling you to inhale more oxygen while you snooze.
Spartan:
The Spartan by Brooklyn Bedding is an elite hybrid mattress, featuring an extreme performance fabric registered for general wellness by the FDA using Far Infrared Rays (FIR) technology—designed to help you reset and rejuvenate quicker by harnessing and recycling the body’s natural energy throughout the sleep cycle. Combined with the patented advanced cooling of TitanCool™, and a layer of CopperGel™ Energex, the Spartan also delivers ultimate responsiveness with maximum cooling in an antimicrobial sleep environment.
Aurora :
The coolest take ever on affordable luxury was derived from science—the average skin temperature is 91 degrees, but the ideal sleep temperature is 88 degrees. To maintain the optimal sleep temperature of 88 degrees, they infused a phase change molecule called TitanCool™ on the surface of the Brooklyn Aurora to moderate your temperature: cooling gel beads liquefy at higher temperatures to deliver cooling relief; those same beads solidify at lower temperatures to ensure an ideal sleep environment. A premium smooth top weave allows the proper amount of cooling to be delivered to you on contact. The result is the most elite sleep experience yet.
The overall construction depends on the product you have selected but most come with:
- A Quilted Top: It prevents body impression and has a smooth feel to it so you can sleep comfortably on the mattress.
- TitanFlex Comfort: This patented layer features unique response technology that adjusts according to your body. It also includes TitaniumGel that promotes cooling to ensure you never feel uncomfortable.
- Energex Support: This acts as a transition layer and improves compression and body contouring which helps align the spine.
- Ascension Encased Coil: 952 encased coils offer better motion isolation and reactivity making it easy to sleep with a partner.
- Support Foam: In the end is a 1″ support foam that makes the mattress durable and ensures it retains its shape.
Brooklyn Signature Hybrid Mattress
The construction of this hybrid mattress is in 5 layers each with different materials. It’s also the most feature loaded mattress out there according to Brooklyn Beddings.
Details of the construction
Premium Quilted Top
At the top of this mattress is a high value quilted layer that can withstand body imprints as well as provide a cool ambience for the most comfortable sleep ever.
TitanFlex Layer
This 2″ layer of foam is exclusive to the Brooklyn brand. It’s a layer of hyper-elastic TitanFlex foam that features a technology which allows it to adapt to your body movement on the mattress. As if that’s not enough, it is also coated with Titanium gel to increase it’s cooling effect.
EnergexTM Layer
At the third layer is a 2″ transition foam made of high-density EnergexTM. This layer ensure your body frame is contoured and pressure is limited.
AscensionTM Coils Support Layer
This layer is a 6″ foam with 961 individually wrapped AscensionTM Coils to limit the effect of random motion on the mattress and give you an uninterrupted sleeping experience.
High-Density Base Support Foam
At the foot of the layers is an inch of High-Density foam providing base support. It also promotes the bouncy effect of the coils above it as they compress.
Brooklyn Aurora Hybrid
Featuring one of the most advanced cooling technology in any foam, the Aurora comes in 5 active layers for redefined comfort.
Luxury Smooth Weave Top
Gracing the top of this mattress is a deluxe cover weaved finely and comes with the TitanCool technology for coolness on contact.
CopperFlex and TitanCool Layer
On the first layer after the covering is a 1.5″ foam which is an innovation of the Brooklyn brand. This layer blends the CopperFlex patented technology and that of TitanCool for effective contour provision along designated pressure relief points.
With copper in the mix, this layer is immune to bacterials. The TitanCool technology sips heat away and maintains a cool temperature for the body.
TitanFlex Layer
On the second layer, the TitanFlex technology is deployed. This proprietary technology makes this 2″ layer super elastic and ensures the mattress adapt to body movement on it.
Visco-Elastic Memory Foam
This 1″ transition layer is a Visco-Elastic Memory Foam that improves body contouring, adds to a cooling effect and gives compression support.
AcensionTM Coils Layer
This layer is an 8″ foam packed with individually wrapped AscensionTM coils numbering up to 1, 032. This layer limits the effect of body movements on the mattress giving you a hitch-free sleep.
High-Density Base Support Foam
Underneath the entire setup is an inch of high-density foam that strenghtens durabilty for the mattress and ensures the coils are effective with rebounds.
Brooklyn Spartan
With a Far Infared Technology in play, the 6 layers of this mattress is crowned with the best comfort ever.
Five-star Performance Cover
Serving as cover for this mattress is an elite performance fabric that uses Far Infared Ray’s to convert the heat in your body to energy waves. These waves are then reflected to you via fibers to give you a better sleeping experience.
CopperFlex and TitanCool Layer
The first layer is an inch foam bearing both the CopperFlex and TitanCool technology. The copper in the mix keeps bacteria at bay, while the TitanCool technology that utilizes optimal conductivity in a water-based surface infusion, extracts heat from the body and keeps the body temperature steadily cooled.
Hyper-Elastic TitanFlex Layer
Succeeding the first layer is a 2″ foam bearing the TitanFlex technology. It is highly elastic and responds rapidly to adjust to body movement on the mattress.
Visco-Elastic Memory Foam
An inch of Visco-Elastic Memory foam is next. It adds to the cooling effect of this mattress, help to contour the body better and absorbs all the pressure it receives without sinking.
AcensionTM Coils Layers
This layer of 8″ foam is engineered to limit the effect of body movements on the mattress with 1,032 individually encased AscensionTM coils. Your sleep will never be interrupted again by your partner trying to get in.
High-Density Base Support Foam
Serving as support base is an inch of high-density foam that makes the mattress durable and complements the performance of the individually wrapped coils above it.
Brooklyn Bloom Hybrid
This mattress was produced from a blend of natural materials and constructed in four responsive layers.
Details
Quilted Organic Wool and Cotton Top
The organic blend of Joma Wool and Cotton produced this cover which is breathable and wicks away mositure rapidly. Everything precipitated by nature.
Talalay Latex Layer
On the second layer from the top, fine quality talalay latex was deployed into the 3″ foam to ease pressure and relax muscles.
Ascension XTM Coils Layer
At the third layer, this 8″ foam with 1,032 individually wrapped Ascension XTM coils was designed to make the mattress highly reactive and to make motions negligible thereby reducing sleep disruptions.
High-Density Base Support Foam
Underneath the entire layers is an inch of high-density foam that brings about durabilty and makes the coils above it highly effective.
Brooklyn Bowery Hybrid
With a brilliant combination of individually encased coils and gel memory foam, this hybrid mattress offers it’s best in four layers.
Quilted Gel-Based Memory Foam Top
With an inch layer of gel-coated memory foam, this mattress can withstand all your imprints and supply you all the comfort you need.
Transitional Comfort Foam
Just after that beautiful layer up there, you have another wonderful layer of a 2″ transition foam that serves as a bridge to the mattress’ core. There’s also an open cel technology in play here for breathability which leads to coolness and premium comfort.
Ascension XTM Coils Layer
On the third layer is a 6″ foam coating about 961 Ascension XTM coils encased separately. This layer ensures compression is supported and motion transfer is limited so that the movement of your partner does not affect your sleep.
High-Density Base Support Foam
An inch of high-density foam on the base makes this mattress durable and supports the performance of the coils.
Brooklyn Bowery
This mattress pioneered the patented EnergexTM alongside two other layers of comfort and support.
Prime Weave Top
At the top of this mattress is a cover weaved carefully and made breathable for lasting comfort.
EnergexTM Foam Layer
This 3″ Energex foam combines the properties of Visco and Latex. So you have the quick recovery of latex and the pressure relieving feature of Visco memory foam. There’s also an open cell technology in place for optimal breathability and subsequent coolness.
Transitional Comfort Foam
2″ of transition foam serves as the ideal support to the core of the mattress. It’s the middle man in the layers and it’s quite sturdy which is great for it’s role.
High-Density Base Support Foam
At the core of this mattress is a 5″ high-density foam that gives the entire mattress durability and structural integrity.
Helix Mattresses9.4
Helix Midnight
Helix Midnight is the most popular mattress on the series and sits on the medium-firm range of the firmness scale. Its construction is in four layers.
Construction Details
Helix Soft Touch Cover
All mattresses come with the Helix soft-touch design cover. It’s highly breathable and promotes airflow for coolness.
Comfort Layer
The comfort layer is made of memory foam and is an exclusive blend from the Helix brand. The firmness here is medium and this layer is responsive at alleviating pressure from pressure points.
Transition Layer
The transition layer of this mattress is made of premium-grade polyfoam. This layer comes with a medium IFD that can match your body type. This layer provides cushioning for the sleeper.
Body Shape Layer
These layers house the numerous pocketed coils of this hybrid mattress. The coils enforce motion isolation, support in the contouring of the body, and also provide perimeter edge support.
Support Core
The core of this mattress is made of DuraDense foam that provides overall shape, support, and durability for this mattress.
Helix Midnight Luxe
The Midnight Luxe comes with improved features and is 2″ higher than the original midnight. Its construction is in five layers.
Construction Details
Quality Quilted Cover
The cover here is the same as the original but with some added features. It comes with a breathable quality pillow top and is quilted for superior comfort. It also features the Tencel Technology for high breathability and massive airflow for coolness.
Comfort Layer
The comfort layer is made of a high-density memory plus foam with top-notch pressure relieving capacity. It’s medium feel like the original counterpart.
Support Layer
This extra layer is one of the distinguishing features between the Luxe and the Original. This layer is made of Gel Visco foam which is engineered to cushion the weight of the body on the mattress. It comes with the medium IFD to suit any body type.
Transition Layer
This layer is made of prime quality polyfoam for better contouring and for the transitioning of your body from the top layers down to the core. It’s medium IFD.
Zoned Body Shape Layer
This is another layer that makes the difference in the Luxe variant. Beyond the inclusion of pocketed coils, this layer comes with zoned lumbar and edge support. With this zoning technology, your shoulders will feel soft and your hips firm for steady spine alignment. There’s also an advanced edge support system.
Support Core
A DuraDense foam provides the base for this mattress. This core makes the mattress durable and keeps it in shape.
Helix Dawn
The Helix Dawn is on the firm side offering support for back and stomach sleepers. Its construction is in four unique active layers typical of the Helix series.
Construction Details
Helix Soft Touch Cover
All mattresses come with the Helix soft touch design cover. It’s highly breathable and promotes air flow for coolness.
Comfort Layer
The comfort layer is made of the Helix Dynamic Foam which is a product of latex. It has a firm feel and is designed for optimal contouring.
Transition Layer
A top-class performing polyfoam is used in the transition layer. Its ergonomic design provides support for the sleeper and cushions the body better. It comes with a higher IFD to suit any body type.
Body Shape Layer
This layer contains hundreds of coils engineered to provide cradling comfort for the body. It also eliminates motion transfer and is responsible for perimeter edge support in the mattress.
Support Core
The core of this mattress is made of DuraDense foam to provide support and durability.
Helix Dawn Luxe
The Helix Dawn comes with upgraded features and is 2″ taller. For it’s upgraded features, it comes with an extra layer in its construction making it 5 layers in total.
Construction Details
Quality Quilted Cover
The cover here is the same as the original but with some added features. It comes with a breathable quality pillow top and is quilted for superior comfort. It also features the Tencel Technology for high breathability and massive airflow for coolness.
Comfort Layer
The first layer of comfort here is a high-density Gel Visco foam that is engineered to cushion your weight and increase your level of comfort. It’s firm for back and stomach sleepers.
Support Layer
There’s a support layer made of Helix Dynamic Foam and this creates a distinction between the Dawn and the Dawn Luxe. This additional layer contours the body fully and has a higher IFD to suit any body type.
Transition Layer
A premium-grade ergonomic polyfoam acts as the transition layer in this mattress. It is active in body support and contouring.
Zoned Body Shape Layer
Beyond the inclusion of over one thousand coils, the zoning technology in play here makes your shoulders feel softer and your hips firmer. This aligns your spine and relieves pressure from your back. It also provides streamlined lumbar and perimeter edge support.
Support Core Layer
A DuraDense foam sits at the bottom of the entire construction to ensure structural stability, support and durability.
Durability
Brooklyn Mattresses9
All six mattresses from Brooklyn are made with resilient high-density cores to ensure the mattresses are durable with a firm base.
Helix Mattresses9.5
All Helix mattresses are made for lasting comfort. They come with durable bases to strengthen longevity. They are also made with certified materials to ensure quality is attained.
Cooling and Comfort
Brooklyn Mattresses9.2
Brooklyn Signature Hybrid
The premium quilted cover of this mattress assures you of a cool sleep while the patented TitanFlex layer contours your body perfectly to give you sublime comfort.
Brooklyn Aurora Hybrid
The TitanFlex layer of hyper-elastic foam provides a cloud-like comfort. And the TitanCool technology which is a water-based surface infusion on the fabric of the first layer of this mattress keeps your body steadied at cool temperatures while it’s hot.
Brooklyn Spartan
With the patented CopperFlex technology of the Brooklyn brand, there’s adequate contouring on certain focal points where pressure relief is needed. The TitanFlex technology also in play here provides a floating feeling while the Far Infared Rays technology does magical cooling wonders with heat being transformed into energy waves.
Brooklyn Bloom Hybrid
Nature provides you the best comfort and coolness here with breathable organic wool and cotton.
Brooklyn Bowery Hybrid
A quilted gel memory foam layer atop this mattress is responsible for prime comfort and coolness.
Brooklyn Bowery
The unique combination of the properties of Visco and Latex makes this mattress more comfortable and cool at all times. It’s high quality smooth top is breathable and affords the sleeper of a cool sleep. There’s also an open cell technology in play for optimal breathability.
Helix Mattresses9.3
The premium Helix Soft Touch Design cover on the standard mattresses are breathable for coolness and soft for sheer comfort.
For the Luxe variants, quilted top-notch covers nudges the comfort upwards with the Tencel Technology for more breathability and thus super coolness.
The comfort layers in the standard mattresses and additional layers of contouring support in the Luxe versions seals the deal for prime comfort in these mattresses.
Back Pain Support
Brooklyn Mattresses8.9
Brooklyn Signature Hybrid
The second layer of this foam which features an Energex transition foam creates support for compression. It’s individually wrapped coils also adds to the compression support on a deeper level which keeps the back in alignment with the rest of the body.
Brooklyn Aurora Hybrid
A layer of visco-elastic foam in this mattress provides support for compression as well as it’s encased coils that offer pressure relief on some designated points, the back inclusive.
Brooklyn Spartan
Same back support system is seen here. Visco-elastic foam and Ascension coils for pressure relief in specific points that includes the back.
Brooklyn Bloom Hybrid
A 3″ layer of talalay latex in this mattress relieves pressure off the back and helps in alleviating muscle pains. Individually encased Ascension coils are also involved in full support of the health of the back.
Brooklyn Bowery Hybrid
Individually wrapped Ascension coils just before the base of this mattress ensure pressure is relieved from some specific points in the body which includes the back.
Brooklyn Bowery
The Energex foam on the first layer of this mattress provides pressure relief on the back as well as other targeted points.
Helix Mattresses9.5
The memory foam in the comfort layers of the standard mattresses of the firm and medium option are designed to cushion pressure points which includes the back for back sleepers.
The Luxe variant is super for back support with a zoning system designed to create a special contouring feel for the back, balance the spine and eliminates pressure in pressure points.
Trial and Warrenty
Brooklyn Mattresses9.3
All mattresses come with a 120 risk-free night of trial. If you are not satisfied after these nights of trial, you can return your mattress and have a full refund.
10 years warranty applies to all mattresses. You can get a new mattress within the 10-year period, if your mattress declines structurally or you notice a major defect. However, terms and conditions on these policy exist and should be followed.
Helix Mattresses9.5
Helix gives every customer who purchases a mattress, 100 nights of free trial. The trial begins after the first 30 days and if after the 100 nights, the customer is not satisfied with the mattress, a return can be made and the customer gets a full refund.
The Helix brand has a 10-year limited warranty on all of its mattresses. Terms and conditions exists and should be duly applied.
Sleeping Type
Brooklyn Mattresses9.3
All six mattresses from Brooklyn are offered in three level of firmness. Soft, medium and firm with the exception of the Brooklyn Browery Hybrid and Brooklyn Browery which are only at the universally accepted medium firm position.
Either ways, all six mattresses have the medium firm option which is great for any sleeper whether back, stomach or side.
With options to choose among the firmness, you can get the bespoke mattress for your sleeping position by choosing;
Soft if:
You are a side sleeper
Medium firm if:
You alternate all three sleeping types and
Firm if:
You are a stomach sleeper or back sleeper.
Helix Mattresses9.5
The Helix Midnight and Luxe are designed for side sleepers and for every other kind of sleeper with the firmness in the medium-firm range.
The Helix Dawn and Luxe are designed for stomach and back sleepers.
Dimensions
| Mattress Name | Mattress Size | Dimensions W L H | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brooklyn Signature Hybrid | TWIN | 11.5″ × 38″ × 75″ | 55 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Signature Hybrid | TWIN XL | 11.5" x 38" x 80" | 70 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Signature Hybrid | Full | 11.5" x 53" x 75" | 90 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Signature Hybrid | Queen | 11.5″ × 60″ × 80″ | 105 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Signature Hybrid | King | 11.5″ × 76" x 80" | 120 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Signature Hybrid | King Cal | 11.5″ × 72" x 84" | 120 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Aurora Hybrid | TWIN | 13" x 38" x 75" | 60 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Aurora Hybrid | TWIN XL | 13" x 38" x 80" | 65 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Aurora Hybrid | Full | 13" x 53" x 75" | 85 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Aurora Hybrid | Queen | 13" x 60" x 80" | 105 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Aurora Hybrid | King | 13" x 76" x 80" | 130 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Aurora Hybrid | King Cal | 13" x 72" x 84" | 130 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Spartan Hybrid | TWIN | 13.5" x 39” x 75” | 58 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Spartan Hybrid | TWIN XL | 13.5" x 39” x 80” | 60 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Spartan Hybrid | Full | 13.5" x 54” x 75” | 85 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Spartan Hybrid | Queen | 13.5" x 60” x 80” | 100 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Spartan Hybrid | King | 13.5" x 76” x 80” | 120 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Spartan Hybrid | King Cal | 13.5" x 72” x 84” | 120 Lbs |
| Bloom Hybrid | TWIN | 13.5" x 39" x 75" | 58 Lbs |
| Bloom Hybrid | TWIN XL | 13.5" x 39" x 80" | 60 Lbs |
| Bloom Hybrid | Full | 13.5" x 54" x 75" | 85 Lbs |
| Bloom Hybrid | Queen | 13.5" x 60" x 80" | 100 Lbs |
| Bloom Hybrid | King | 13.5" x 76" x 80" | 120 Lbs |
| Bloom Hybrid | King Cal | 13.5" x 72" x 84" | 120 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Bowery Hybrid | TWIN | 10" x 39" x 75" | 58 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Bowery Hybrid | TWIN XL | 10" x 39"x 80" | 60 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Bowery Hybrid | Full | 10" x 54" x 75" | 85 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Bowery Hybrid | Queen | 10" x 60" x 80" | 100 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Bowery Hybrid | King | 10" x 76" x 80" | 120 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Bowery Hybrid | King Cal | 10" x 72" x 84" | 120 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Bowery | TWIN | 10" x 39" x 75" | 35 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Bowery | TWIN XL | 10" x 39"x 80" | 40 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Bowery | Full | 10" x 54" x 75" | 55 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Bowery | Queen | 10" x 60" x 80" | 70 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Bowery | King | 10" x 76" x 80" | 80 Lbs |
| Brooklyn Bowery | King Cal | 10" x 72" x 84" | 80 Lbs |
| Helix Midnight Mattress | TWIN | 38" x 75" x 12" | Lbs |
| Helix Midnight Mattress | TWIN XL | 38" x 80" x 12" | Lbs |
| Helix Midnight Mattress | Full | 54" x 75" x 12" | Lbs |
| Helix Midnight Mattress | Queen | 60" x 80" x 12" | Lbs |
| Helix Midnight Mattress | King | 76" x 80" x 12" | Lbs |
| Helix Midnight Mattress | King Cal | 72" x 84" x 12" | Lbs |
| Helix Dawn Mattress | TWIN | 38" x 75" x 12" | Lbs |
| Helix Dawn Mattress | TWIN XL | 38" x 80" x 12" | Lbs |
| Helix Dawn Mattress | Full | 54" x 75" x 12" | Lbs |
| Helix Dawn Mattress | Queen | 60" x 80" x 12" | Lbs |
| Helix Dawn Mattress | King | 76" x 80" x 12" | Lbs |
| Helix Dawn Mattress | King Cal | 72" x 84" x 12" | Lbs |
| Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress | TWIN | 38” x 75” x 14" | Lbs |
| Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress | TWIN XL | 38” x 80” x 14" | Lbs |
| Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress | Full | 54” x 75” x 14" | Lbs |
| Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress | Queen | 60” x 80” x 14" | Lbs |
| Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress | King | 76” x 80” x 14" | Lbs |
| Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress | King Cal | 72” x 84” x 14" | Lbs |
| Helix Dawn Mattress Luxe | TWIN | 38" x 75" x 14" | Lbs |
| Helix Dawn Mattress Luxe | TWIN XL | 38" x 80" x 14" | Lbs |
| Helix Dawn Mattress Luxe | Full | 54" x 75" x 14" | Lbs |
| Helix Dawn Mattress Luxe | Queen | 60" x 80" x 14" | Lbs |
| Helix Dawn Mattress Luxe | King | 76" x 80" x 14" | Lbs |
| Helix Dawn Mattress Luxe | King Cal | 72" x 84" x 14" | Lbs |
Conclusion
Brooklyn and Helix are both leading brands in the mattress industry. Both come with a variety of mattresses well equipped to the task of providing a comfortable sleep and back support to those in need.
Brooklyn offers 6 different mattresses which includes hybrids and all-foams and Helix offers up to 13 mattresses; all hybrids.
When it comes to comfort and support, Brooklyn gives in its best with the infusion of some technologies designed for a cool sleep into its mattress constructions and the hybrid coils ensure support is given.
However, Helix is a better brand as it takes comfort to a higher level with the inclusion of luxe versions to its original mattresses. Although the original mattresses are super with comfort, a lot more is gotten from the luxe version.
On the luxe version, a quilted cover, comfort layer and a zoned body shape layer provides superior comfort and support to every sleeper.