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Puffy vs Helix In Depth Comparison

From our experts

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

Construction

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Puffy mattresses are fully manufactured in the USA and meet the highest standard:

• Support Layer: Puffy’s Core Support Layer is designed to align your spine and prevent pain and discomfort. It is thick and supports the entire body.
• Multiple Layers: Puffy’s Royal Mattresses contain 5 layers that support the body and supports all sleeping positions including side, back, and stomach.
• SMT Cloud: This feature eliminates heat absorption and improves airflow, making it easy and comfortable to use the mattress no matter how hot the weather is.

Puffy Mattress

This mattress construction features 3 unique layers of foams, each offering its own distinct quality to make up what customers see and enjoy. It is also designed to rest on any surface.  Let’s look into the details of this construction.

Cooling Cloud Gel Foam Top Layer

The first layer of this mattress from the top is a proprietary cooling Cloud foam. This foam is 1.5″ thick and is made from polyurethane with gel fused into it. It is manufactured using the exclusive Variable Pressure Foaming (VPF) system of the Puffy brand which is environmentally friendly.

Climate Comfort Foam

On the second layer, there is another Polyurethane foam made using the same VPF process. This one is even more breathable and serves to ease pressure from the back as well as resist erratic temperatures. This layer is 1.5″ thick just like its counterpart above.

Firm Base Layer

This 7″ core support foam is also a product of Polyurethane and through the same VPF process. It serves as an adequate foundation for this mattress.

All the polyurethane used in the construction of these layers is non-latex.

Puffy Lux Mattress

This latest addition to the mattress luxury and comfort style of the puffy brand comes in four exclusive layers. Each is geared to affording the sleeper every comfort needed to enjoy a sound sleep.

Cloud Cooling Foam

Same 1.5″ of Polyurethane non-latex foam covers the top of this mattress. It followed same VPF process which is a patented system of the Puffy brand.

Body Adapting Dual Cloud Foam

This particular feature is exclusive to the Lux Mattress. Same VPF style and same Polyurethane non-latex material but was designed to be super adaptive and made to contour the body properly. It’s a great pressure reliever and you feel like a baby cradled in it.

Climate Comfort Foam

Another 2″ polyurethane foam sits in the third layer and was manufactured with the same VPF process. This eases pressure off the body and can withstand temperature instability.

Rigid Support Core

At the base is a sturdy support 7″ foam made of Polyurethane and designed with the VPF process. This base ensures durability and optimal support is attained.

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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

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For a mattress brand to clinch the covetous rank of Best Mattress in 2020 then durability is not even a question. All materials exude quality and all products stand the test of time.

Comfort and Coolness

Puffy Mattress

The cooling gel cloud layer of this mattress which covers the top is very adaptive to the surrounding temperature. It is soft, breathable, and cradles you in sweet comfort. Being breathable allows for airflow so you stay cool all night.

And then there’s the climate comfort layer that neutralizes the ambient temperature to keep you stabilized and comfortable.

Puffy Lux

With the top layer which is a literary cooling cloud, you are assured of a hug in its sheets while you sleep without the interruptions of heat.

The climax of this comfort sets in with the plush double cloud layer that contours your body like it’s bespoke and eases off pressure from your back.

There is an additional comfort layer that acclimatizes with the climate to keep you slightly warm in winter and cool in hot summer nights.

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

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Puffy Mattress

The cooling gel cloud layer of this mattress which covers the top is very adaptive to the surrounding temperature. It is soft, breathable, and cradles you in sweet comfort. Being breathable allows for air flow so you stay cool all night.

Puffy Lux

With the top layer which is a literary cooling cloud, you are assured of a hug in its sheets while you sleep without the interruptions of heat.

The climax of this comfort sets in with the plush double cloud layer that contours your body like it’s bespoke and eases off pressure from your back.

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

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Puffy Mattress

The cloud cooling layer of this mattress tagged along with a firm support base in its construction is to suit the body like clothing and provide back support.

The support core is also designed to align the spine and ease pressure off it.

Puffy Lux

Intentional designed to ease pressure from the spine, the support core layer of this mattress contours the body and aligns the spine to ensure your back, shoulder and neck regions are soothed in comfort.

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

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For both mattresses, you are given 101 nights after purchase to try them out and see how they keep to the promises of their makers.

If after 101 nights, you are not satisfied, you are free to return the mattress and get a refund. Returns are always hassle-free.

For warranty, it’s a lifetime assurance of quality. This mattress threatens to outlast you. So after purchase, you might not be needing another mattress as long as you live.

For the rest of your life with any puffy mattress, you get a replacement if it fails you completely in construction.

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

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Puffy Mattress

Puffy mattress was designed to suit all kinds of sleepers. At the medium-firm position on the firmness scale, it’s ideal for just anyone. This has even earned the brand numerous awards for providing the best mattresses for everyone.

 

Puffy Lux

The same goes for the Puffy Lux. Designed for a variety of sleepers so everyone goes home with something tailored for them. Whether you are a back sleeper, side sleeper, or stomach sleeper, the gentle cooling touch, contouring nature and full spine support of this mattress will attend to you like never before.

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

Conclusion

Puffy is an award winning mattress brand and that makes it a major competitor in the industry. Puffy offers two all-foam mattresses: the Puffy Original and Puffy Lux.

Puffy’s mattresses are designed for utmost comfort and support with cloud cooling foams and firm base layers. Puffy also offers a lifetime warranty on its products to prove how durable they are.

Helix on the other hand is a top class brand with a total of 12 mattresses. All mattresses from Helix are hybrids and they are divided into original and luxe versions. The luxe versions offer better performance in luxury comfort and support with the addition of a quilted cover and a zoned body support layer.

Helix also have these mattresses in varied firmness levels to suit the need of different sleeping positions.