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Helix vs Amerisleep In Depth Comparison

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• Construction
• Durability
• Cooling
• Warrenty
• Back pain
• Sleep Type
• Dimension
• Conclusion

Construction

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.

Amerisleep Mattresses9.1

Top Cover

N/B: All mattresses from Amerisleep comes with the same cover and for the rest of this review, it will be needless dwelling on covers since there’s no difference. The cover for AS1 is same as that of AS2 to AS5, and the hybrid options equally.

The highlight of this cover on all mattresses from Amerisleep is the inclusion of Celliant which is blended with spandex and polyester.

The Celliant in the mix makes the cover cool to the touch and is also reputed to harbour therapeutic benefits for the muscle.

Comfort Layer

Surely made for comfort, this comfort layer is made up of a 2 inch Bio-pur® memory foam. This foam contours the body perfectly and allows you to sink in a little to relieve pressure points.

It’s also quite responsive since it’s just 2 inches, so you don’t get trapped while trying to get up. This layer also uses an open cell technology that makes it breathable to make the sleeper enjoy a cool sleep.

Base Layer

The core of this mattress is an 8 inch high-density polyfoam that offers all the support, resilience and durability for the few inched layers above it.

This layer is also responsible for the firmness of this mattress. On the basis of it’s sheer strenght, it was tagged the firmest mattress on the Amerisleep line.

AS2

The AS2 is also a firm mattress, but sits in the medium-firm range, making it ideal for stomach and back sleepers. Its construction is in three layers.

Construction Details

Cover – All covers are the same.

Top Layer

The first and top layer just beneath the cover is a 2 inch Bio-pur® memory foam that provides adequate contouring and pressure relief. It also keeps the body cool with an open cell technology. This top layer is very soft.

Middle Transition Layer

The second layer or middle layer consist of a 3 inch polyfoam. This layer is very firm and also known as the affinity layer.

Base Layer

Serving as base for the layers of this mattress is 7 inches of high-density polyfoam which is very firm and provides structural support for the mattress. There is also a zoned support system in place here which is a patented one to relieve pressure off pressure points, enhance alignment and reduce back pain.

AS3

AS3 is the most popular mattress on the Amerisleep mattress series. It sits at the middle in the firmness scale – not too soft and not too firm. So this mattress is recommended for side sleepers and those who change positions often. Its construction is in three layers.

Construction Details

Cover – The same with AS2 and AS1

Top Comfort Layer

3 inches of a Bio-pur® memory foam sits at the top layer for maximum coolness, softness and pressure relief.

Middle Transition Layer

2 inches of 1.65lb density  polyfoam serves as the second and transition layer. This layer transit the sleeper from the soft top layer to the medium firm base.

Base Support Layer

Serving as base and support for the entire mattress is 7 inches of high-density polyfoam which is average on firmness. It’s soft but provide the needed firmness for support.

AS4

The AS4 is on the soft side, specifically on the medium-soft range of the firmness scale making it ideal for side sleepers. It’s the second softest foam on the line. It’s construction is in 3 layers and it’s 12 inches in height.

Construction Details

Cover – Same Celliant cover.

Top Layer

The top layer consists of 4 inches of Bio-pur memory foam. This layer is typically soft, breathable and pressure-relieving.

Middle Transition Layer

An inch of breathable transition foam sits at the middle position to transit the sleeper from the soft surface to the firm support base layer using a surface modification technology. This layer also come with support zones to relief pressure from pressure points like the back, shoulders, neck and hips.

Base Support Layer

At the base is 7 inches of high-density Bio-core foam providing support to the entire mattress and enforcing durability.

 

AS5

AS5 is the softest mattress on the series and often known as the plush mattress. It’s the most sophisticated mattress on the Amerisleep series with four uniquely built layers and the signature Celliant cover. It’s also the highest in height at 14 inches.

Construction Details

Cover – same for all mattresses

Top Comfort Layer

The top layer of this mattress is 3 inches of Bio-pur® memory foam providing pressure relief in contouring and coolness in breathability.

Compression Layer

2 inches of foam known as the Active Flex layer sits just beneath the comfort layer. This layer is very soft but also come with the firmness of a memory foam. This layer is exclusive to the AS5 and also contributes to pressure relief by allowing you sink in not too deep to be trapped.

Transition Layer

This layer is 2 inches of foam that is well-spaced for a hitch-free air passage and subsequent cooling. It also serves as the bridge between the soft top layer and the firm support base layer. It is also zoned to guarantee pressure relief on pressure points.

Base Support Layer

At the foot of the layers is 7 inches of high-density polyfoam providing stability and durability to the layers above it.

The Hybrids (AS2, AS3 & AS5)

The construction of the hybrids for all three are basically same save for a few additions which include:

• Pocketed coils for extra breathability, comfort and durability
• Perimeter edge support system which makes getting in and out of the bed seamless

Durability

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.

Amerisleep Mattresses8.3

All mattresses from Amerisleep are created for durable comfort. They are all manufactured in the United States with the best quality materials available. Their durability is backed by a 20-year warranty.

Cooling and Comfort

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.

Amerisleep Mattresses8.8

Naturally, memory foam are infamous for inviting heat, but Amerisleep remedied that anomaly with the use of its Bio-pur® memory foam that features an open cell technology to keep heat at bay and keep the sleeper cool all night.

The Bio-pur® memory foam is breathable and wicks moisture away unlike conventional memory foams.

This same Bio-pur® is present in all mattresses including the hybrids versions.

Additionally, the soft nature of all of its first layers and the body contouring properties of same layers takes comfort to another realm.

Finally on comfort and coolness, the  signature Celliant cover of Amerisleep is another unique material that promotes a cool, comfortable and healthy sleep.

Back Pain Support

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.

Amerisleep Mattresses8.8

The Bio-pur® memory foam in all mattresses, allows the body to sink into it while it contours it perfectly. In the process it relieves back pain by easing up pressure in pressure points.

There is also a targeted zone support transition layer present in all mattresses known as HIVE® which adds extra back support and relieves back pain ultimately. It enhances alignment on the spine and back, relieves back pain and cushions your back, shoulders and neck.

Trial and Warrenty

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.

Amerisleep Mattresses9.2

After purchase, you are given 100 nights risk-free trial and if you are still not comfortable with the mattress after that time window, you can return it and get a full refund.

All mattresses come with a limited 20-year warranty. For the first 10 years, Amerisleep will replace your mattress for any defect and that includes sagging above 0.75″. After the first 10 years, you will be receiving prorated replacements.

Sleeping Type

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.

Amerisleep Mattresses9.2

The highlight of Amerisleep comes in the distinction among sleeping types. Each mattress was designed to suit a particular sleeping type.

AS1

The AS1 was designed for back sleepers and to some extent, stomach sleepers. It’s the firmest mattress in the series.

AS2

AS2 was designed for stomach sleepers and partly for back sleepers. It’s on the medium-firm level.

AS3

AS3 is for side sleepers but since it sits at the middle in the firmness scale it can be used by all sleepers regardless of their sleeping positions.

AS4

AS4 is the second softest mattress and great for side sleepers. It’s on the medium-soft range.

AS5

AS5 is the softest mattress in the Amerisleep series. It’s on the soft side and great for side sleepers.

Dimensions

Conclusion

Amerisleep is unique in the industry as it pays special attention to different firmness levels for the needs of each sleeper. Amerisleep has 5 different mattresses with 5 different level of firmness. Amerisleep then created 3 hybrids out of the 5 mattresses it offers making it a total of 8.

Helix has 12 mattresses as a leading brand in the niche and they come in four different firmness levels which trails behind Amerisleep.

While Amerisleep beats Helix in firmness options, the comfort and support it offers is on the average compared to what Helix offers.

Amerisleep deploys a Biopur® memory foam for all-round comfort and support.

Helix leads with comfort layers made of memory foam and superior quilted covers for some cool redefined comfort.

And when it comes to support, Helix outperforms with a zoned body shaped layer that adapts to the shape of the body to balance the spine, relief pressure and ease up back pains.