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Helix vs Ecosa In Depth Comparison

From our experts

• 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.

Ecosa Mattresses9.1

The construction of this mattress comes in 3 layers. Each layer comes with it’s a unique contribution to the general setup of the mattress. Everything is aggregated to give the sleeper superior comfort and coolness while on it.

Details of the construction

Waterproof Inner Cover

This mattress features an inner cover that is waterproof. But that’s just one a side of its fine quality. This cover comes with a German microfilament technology that not only keeps it waterproof but keeps dust mites and bacteria away.

Still, on this cover, there’s another high-quality covering on it made with Tencel^TM Technology. This cover is removable while the former is not. It comes with a zipper for easy removal so it can be washed and allow for free airflow for coolness.

Ergonomic Support Foam

On the first layer is an ergonomic based foam. This translates to the fact that this mattress was designed to make life easier for every sleeper when they decide to use it.

This layer is responsible for optimal spine alignment and limits motion transfer effects. Your partner does not need to be awakened by the fact that you’ve just slid into the bed.

It also minimizes pressure on some specific points in the body.

Bearing in mind that 1 out of 3 Americans suffers from back pain, this mattress was engineered to cover up for that.

Eco-Tex Memory Foam

On this second layer is an Eco-Tex memory foam bearing the open cell technology that makes the mattress bouncy like latex.

This layer is sheerly breathable with pin core holes that allow air to flow in freely throughout the mattress for effective coolness all night long.

This layer also contributes immensely to the durability of the mattress.

High-Density Base Support Gel Memory Foam

At the foot of the entire layers, there’s a high-density Gel-based memory foam known as G7 memory foam.

Asides from providing base support to the mattress, this layer is infused with gel particles that keep the cool temperature you desire static so you never have to sleep with all the discomfort of a hot mattress.

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.

Ecosa Mattresses9.2

Made from the purest and best quality of materials, this mattress is durable and will stand the test of time. The entire construction is made to last with each layer carefully formulated for longevity amidst lasting premium comfort.

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.

Ecosa Mattresses8.8

When it comes to superior comfort, every layer of this mattress was designed to guarantee that.

The removable Tencel covering when zipped out and washed, improves air flow and breathability, making the sleeper more comfortable and relaxed with hitch-free air flow that soothes the skin in coolness.

The Eco-Tex memory foam while creating a bounce-like feeling for floating comfort, also features an open cell technology that allows air to flow in uninhibited into the mattress through pin core holes. This ensures every sleeper is cool at all times on the bed.

The last layer which is the base support foam also contributes to the comfort and coolness with its gel particles engineered to stabilize cool temperature and keep the body cool all night long. The sheer comfort of a gel based memory foam is also an undeniable feeling of luxury.

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.

Ecosa Mattresses8.8

Not being ignorant of the fact that lot of people suffer from back pain, this mattress was constructed to address that pervasive health challenge.

It’s layer of ergonomic foam sees to it that the spine of any sleeper is perfectly aligned and pressure is relieved from certain vital points in the body. Thus back pains, shoulder and neck pains are alleviated ultimately.

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.

Ecosa Mattresses9.1

When you purchase this Ecosa Mattress, you are given 100 risk-free nights of trial. 30 days is not enough to adapt to a new mattress and decide fully to stay with it, hence the 100 nights trial.

After the 100 nights trial is over, if you are still not satisfied, you can return your Ecosa Mattress and have a complete refund.

For a warranty, you are assured of 15 years of uninterrupted comfort. However, if this mattress fails you within this warranty period, you can return it and have a new one. If it’s a minor defect, it will be fixed and returned back to you free of no charges.

Terms and conditions on this warranty applies.

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.

Ecosa Mattresses9.1

This Ecosa mattress was designed with everyone in mind. By everyone, every sleeping position is covered. It’s one mattress – three options implying that the firmness is adjustable.

If you are a side sleeper, you can adjust to soft level and enjoy your sleep. Suffice to add that this mattress has won the award for the best mattress for side sleepers.

If you are  however a stomach or back sleeper, you can adjust it to the firm level and sleep on.

If you are on the contrary, not loyal to any sleeping position and change often, touring all three positions, you can just adjust it to the medium firm level which is the most preferred option.

Dimensions

Conclusion

Ecosa came up mainstream in 2015 to meet a highly competitive market. However, Ecosa stuck to its only all-foam mattress and even made a patented foam in its construction to have an edge.

Helix is a leading brand in the mattress industry with six mattresses, each has their own luxe version making it 12 in total. All of its mattresses are hybrids.

Ecosa provides comfort with its exclusive Eco-Tex memory foam and a waterproof inner cover. It does its best in support with a high density base foam.

Helix is a superior brand by a wide margin when brought close to Ecosa. On Helix mattresses, quilted and soft touch covers opens the door for prime comfort while comfort layers made of memory foam enhances the luxury.

On support, Helix went super with a transition layer, support layer and zoned body shape layer. These layers ensure the sleeper is well snuggled in soft layers where the spine is perfectly aligned for pressure relief and back pain alleviation.