Helix Midnight Elite at The Drift Seattle Mattress Store
Helix Midnight Elite at The Drift Seattle Mattress Store - side angle
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Helix Midnight Elite at The Drift Seattle Mattress Store
Helix Midnight Elite at The Drift Seattle Mattress Store - side angle
Helix Midnight Elite at The Drift Seattle Mattress Store - top view
Helix Midnight Elite at The Drift Seattle Mattress Store - product label

Helix

Helix Midnight Elite

$2,624.00 $2,100.00 Save 20%
+ IN-STORE DISCOUNT
Size: Twin
GlacioTex Cooling Cover + CoolForce Layer: No

Available to Try at Our Seattle Mattress Showroom

The Helix Midnight Elite is a top-tier luxury hybrid mattress that excels in both cooling and pressure relief—perfect for those who want premium comfort and advanced materials. Based on our proprietary testing and hands-on time in our Seattle mattress showroom, it’s an outstanding choice for side sleepers, hot sleepers, and couples who want a “sleep-on-a-cloud-but-still-supported” feel. That said, if you prefer an ultra-firm surface or are a budget-conscious shopper, this may be more mattress (and cost) than you need.

Our ratings
Pressure Relief 10 / 10
Cooling 10 / 10
Support 9 / 10
Motion Isolation 8 / 10
Edge Support 8.5 / 10
Ease of Movement 9 / 10
Technical Specs
Type Hybrid
Materials Pillow top cover, memory foam, poly foam, pocketed coils, base foam
Weight 172 lbs (queen)
Height 15"
Type Hybrid
Materials Pillow top, memory foam, microcoils, premium foam layers, pocketed coils, cooling cover
Weight 115 lbs (queen)
Height 13.5"

*MSRP listed above. Visit Helix for latest discount.

Trial Period & Returns

Sleep on it for up to 120 nights. If it's not the one, we'll arrange a hassle-free pickup for a $99 return fee. A 30-night break-in period is required before initiating a return. See full return policy details.
Size: Twin
GlacioTex Cooling Cover + CoolForce Layer: No
Helix Midnight Elite at The Drift Seattle Mattress Store

MEET THE HELIX MIDNIGHT ELITE MATTRESS

Firmness, Construction, and Performance

At The Drift, we take mattresses (and your sleep) seriously. That starts with what your bed is made of and how that translates to its feel and durability. Let's dive in.
Helix Midnight Elite at The Drift Seattle Mattress Store - side angle

Feel & Firmness

  • Firmness Level: Medium (≈ 5.5 – 6 / 10).
  • Feel Description: When you lie down, you’ll immediately sense the plush pillow-top and deep comfort layers, followed by a responsive support base that keeps you from feeling “stuck.” The effect is one of luxurious contouring without sacrificing alignment.
  • Our Take:  If you want strong pressure relief and cooling, but also want a mattress that supports you without excessive sink, this model hits that sweet spot. For those who need very firm support (e.g., strict stomach sleepers) you may want to test side-by-side with something firmer in our Seattle mattress store.

Construction & Materials

Height:  ~15″–16″ (premium build)
Design: Elite-level hybrid with advanced cooling, dual micro-coils and zoned support.

Layer Breakdown:

  1. Cooling Cover: GlacioTex™ Elite cooling knit (phase-change type fabric) is standard — helps regulate temperature. 
  2. Pillow-Top & Comfort Layers: Thick quilted pillow-top followed by high-density “Dynamic” foam and two layers of micro-coils to provide deep contouring and gentle bounce.
  3. Support Core: Individually wrapped steel coils with zoned mid-section to maintain spinal alignment and reduce sag.
  4. Base/Foundation Layer: High-density foam support base to reduce sag and increase durability.

Why It Matters: The build is elite in more ways than one: premium cover, micro-coil layers add responsiveness, and an engineered support core helps the mattress deliver both comfort and structure. In our Seattle showroom feel tests, this combination translated into a “luxury hotel” feel with stay-up top support.

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Our Ratings & Advice

We've tested over 500 mattresses in the last 10 years and helped serve better sleep to over 1 million shoppers. Our ratings are born out of lab-based testing and real world evaluations.

Performance Ratings

Pressure Relief
010
Cooling
010
Support
010
Motion Isolation
010
Edge Support
010
Ease of Movement
010

Sleep Position Ratings

Side Sleepers: Excellent match. With the highest pressure relief rating here, your shoulders and hips will thank you.

Back Sleepers: Very good. You’ll feel cushioned yet supported, and the strong support core maintains alignment.

Stomach Sleepers: Mixed. While the support is strong, the plush top may allow slightly more hip sink than ultra-firms—test this model in our Seattle showroom to see if it fits your preference.

Combination Sleepers: Excellent. The responsiveness and ease of movement make it ideal if you shift positions through the night.

Final Verdict

The Helix Midnight Elite is a premium mattress that delivers on nearly every front: top-tier cooling, elite pressure relief, and strong support all packed into a luxury build. If budget allows and you’re after a high-end sleep surface, you’ll likely feel the difference right away.

Best For

  • ✓ Side sleepers seeking deep cushioning
  • ✓ Hot sleepers who need advanced cooling
  • ✓ Couples wanting strong performance, edge use, and luxury feel
  • ✓ Combination and back sleepers who want "both comfort and structure"

Not Ideal For

  • ✗ Budget shoppers looking for basic performance
  • ✗ Stomach sleepers needing ultra-firm support
  • ✗ Anyone preferring ultra-minimal sink/firm "bed on top of mattress" feel

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Why Shop Local?

Try Before You Buy — Right Here in Seattle

Visit our Seattle mattress showroom to test the Helix Midnight Elite in person. Our team will::

  • Help you understand how your sleep position, body type, and temperature preferences interact with this mattress.
  • Show you related models in the Helix Elite collection so you can feel differences in cooling, sink, and support

Shopping local means: You can experience the mattress in real-life lighting and environment, ask real people about their experience, and make a confident decision backed by our staff’s local sleep expertise.

Bring a Pillow

Bring your usual pillow and lie in your go-to position for at least 10-15 minutes. Your body will tell you what you need to know.

Bring Your Partner

Shopping as a couple? Have one partner lie still while the other shifts to test motion transfer and partner disturbance.

Check the Edge

Sit on the edge to test edge support and feel how stable it is for reading, lounging, or getting up at night.

Check the Height

Taller mattresses need deeper fitted sheets and more bed frame clearance. Our staff can help you think through compatibility before you buy.