NOLAH EVOLUTION 15 vs. HELIX MIDNIGHT LUXE
Let's meet our two contestants: the Nolah Evolution 15 vs. the Helix Midnight Luxe - two U.S.-made hybrid mattresses, shipped in a box.
First, the Nolah Evolution 15, which has been Non-Biased Reviews’ Best Overall Mattress several years in a row. Designed and made in Colorado, the Nolah Evolution has evolved over the years, and is now a hybrid mattress with organic components, and available in three different firmnesses.
We are comparing the Nolah Evolution to the Helix Midnight Luxe, a strong contender with a promise to keep you cool and comfortable, with the option to upgrade the cover to an even cooler one!
Let’s take a look at what makes up each mattress, who we think they are good for, what makes them similar and different, and which one might be the best mattress for you.
Nolah Evolution 15 vs Helix Midnight Luxe - Head To Head
Similarities and differences side-by-side
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15 inches:
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Nolah Evolution 15 vs. Helix Midnight Luxe - Similarities & Differences
Similarities
- Both mattresses are hybrid mattresses, with a thick layer of coils and several layers of foam above
- They are both doing an excellent job at aligning spine and bones during the night
- Both the Nolah Evolution 15 and the Helix Midnight Luxe are built with hot sleepers in mind. While they use different technologies and materials, they are both a good choice if you need to bring cool into your sleep
- Both mattresses are a good option for back sleepers and most side sleepers
- Both isolate motion very well, making them a great option for couples
- The mattresses feel very luxurious and are on the mid to high price range
- Both mattresses use CertiPUR-US certified foams, making them a safe option for your home and body
Differences
The Nolah Evolution 15 and the Helix Midnight Luxe are fairly different when it comes to materials used and who we think they are a good fit for.
- If you are in for the plush sink, the Helix Midnight Luxe offers that luxurious pillow top sink; while the Nolah Evolution boasts a very soft organic cotton cover
- Based on the proprietary materials in each mattress, the Nolah is a bit bouncier, making it a better option for combo sleepers, those who toss and turn at night, and for sex
- Thanks to its available in difference firmnesses, the Nolah Evolution is a mattress than can work for all sleepers
- If you are a stomach sleeper, the Nolah Evolution Firm will be your better option
- We find the coil perimeter to be firmer in the Helix Midnight Luxe, making the bed feel wider and a slightly better option for heavier folks and couples, though that wouldn’t stop us from recommending the Nolah to either of those groups
- We love the lifetime warranty of the Nolah Evolution 15 and its slightly longer sleep trial
- After discounts, the Helix Mighnight Luxe is over $300 more expensive than the Nolah Evolution 15 in Queen, and $600 in King, though only $30 more expensive in Twin
Nolah Evolution 15 vs. Helix Midnight Luxe - Prices & Discounts
Prices and discounts change on a regular basis, however, the Nolah Evolution 15 has a growing advantage on the Helix Midnight Luxe, the larger the size of mattress you purchase.
Make sure to click the two boxes above for the deepest current discounts for each mattress and note that our readers benefit from an exclusive coupon code on Nolah mattresses, found under SHOW CODE above!
Price List updated: November 2023 -discounted prices, including Nolah’s exclusive discount code for Non-Biased Reviews readers
Nolah Evolution 15 vs. Helix Midnight Luxe - Detailed Comparison
Let’s take a look at both mattresses on a more detailed level!
Firmness / Feel
Nolah Evolution 15
When ordering the Nolah Evolution hybrid mattress, select your desired firmness level.
Plush: 5/10.
The Plush version of the Nolah Evolution feels soft and very plush. If you like sinking in to your mattress and feeling contoured, the Plush is for you.
Luxury Firm: 6/10. A tad bit softer than your average mattress, the Luxury Firm gives you a nice blend of spinal support and soft contouring. It is ideal for those enjoying a cozy night of sleep without compromising on healthy support.
Firm: 8/10. If sinking in is not your thing, the Firm Nolah Evolution gives you a “sleep on top” of the mattress feel, perfect for heavier folks, back sleepers, stomach sleepers, and those suffering for back and neck pain.
Helix Midnight Luxe
The Helix Midnight Luxe comes in one firmness level, which we rated a 7/10, placing it a bit above your average mattress.
The mattress provides a luxurious pillow top, which gives its sleeper a comfortable sink that mildly contours the body and lulls you to sleep.
The zoned coils underneath provide slightly more support under the middle section of the body, for a nice amount of firmer support under the original sink.
Materials
Nolah Evolution 15
The Nolah uses their proprietary AirFoamICE, which is foam boasting incredible cooling properties, active response, and gently-contouring pressure relief. It is an impressive material that is built to be 300% more durable than memory foam and draw your excess body heat into the depth of the mattress and outwards through the surrounding gusset, so the mattress never traps your body heat.
Several layers of increasingly firm foams come next, transitioning your body into the firmer encased coils. The coils move independently from one another, ensuring that your moving partner does not wake you up. They are also reinforced around the perimeter for less sagging, as well a tri-zoned to provide the support each area of your body needs.
Encasing it all is an organic cotton + ArcticTex cover, which is soft, breathable, thick, and heat dissipating, drawing your body heat away for you. The euro top cover is 2 inches thick, giving your all of the luxury feels.
All foams are CertiPUR-US certified and the Nolah Evolution 15 is designed in Denver, CO and made in the USA.
Helix Midnight Luxe
The Helix Midnight Luxe is the Helix Luxe upgrade on their original Midnight mattress. The Luxe upgrade includes an extra 2 inches of mattress, zoned coils for targeted support, a quilted pillow top, and your choice of upgrading to the even cooler GlacioTex cooling cover.
The regular mattress cover is made of Tencel, which is a very soft and breathable material. Upgrading for the GlacioTex for $199 is going to get you a high-conductivity fiber material sawn onto the mattress cover, that pulls your body heat faster than Tencel.
Underneath the cover are two layers of memory foam, of increasing firmness, which make the Helix Midnight Luxe a slightly firmer mattress than the Nolah and helps your body by aligning the spine and providing a good amount of support.
The 1,000+ coils are zoned, providing extra firmness and support under the hips for increased lumbar support, and a softer area under the shoulders for comfort.
All foams are CertiPUR-US certified and the Helix Midnight Luxe is made in the USA.
Sleeping Styles
Nolah Evolution 15
The Nolah Evolution is designed to sleep comfortably for all kinds of sleepers since you can choose your firmness level.
Side sleepers: Side sleepers of all weights will enjoy sleeping on the Nolah Evolution. The Plush will work with lower-weight side sleepers, as well as those with a preference for a very soft mattresses. We recommend the Luxury Firm for most side sleepers. The Euro top provides the pressure relief side sleepers need, and the responsive AirFoam and coils provide the support needed to align the spine.
Back sleepers: We recommend the Luxury Firm or Firm for back sleepers, based on your preference for plushness. If you are a back sleepers with back pain or heavier weight, choose the Firm. If you prefer a gentle sink and extra contouring, go with the Luxury Firm.
Stomach sleepers: Stomach sleepers need to order the Firm Nolah Evolution. It will provide adequate support and the zoned coils will keep your hips aligned with the rest of your body. If you like very firm mattresses, or if you are a heavier weight stomach sleeper, the Firm might still be a little too soft. Its Euro top and first layers of AirFoam do provide a bit of plushness, and if you like very firm mattresses, you might still find it too soft
Helix Midnight Luxe
The Helix Midnight Luxe is a medium-firm mattress and works best for those sleeping on their side and back.
Side sleepers: We recommend the Helix Midnight Luxe for side sleepers under 220 lbs, or those who prefer a little more support / firmness. You will find that the mattress aligns your spine in a healthy manner if you choose the correct pillow for your neck. Heavier-weight side sleepers may want a slightly softer mattress to get a little more pressure relief in the shoulder and hip areas.
Back sleepers: The Helix Midnight Luxe is an ideal mattress for back sleepers of all weights. The zoned coils provide excellent lumbar support and help place the spine in an aligned position. You will get all of the cozy plushness from the pillow top and find a very good balance of pressure relief and support in this mattress.
Stomach sleepers: We find the Helix Mightnight Luxe a little too soft for most stomach sleepers. If you are a stomach sleeper under 130 lbs and have a personal preference for soft and plush mattresses, you might find it comfortable. Most other stomach sleepers would find the Helix Midnight Luxe too soft, which will create an unhealthy bend in your lower back.
Company Policies
Nolah Evolution 15
Sleep Trial: Nolah offers a 120-night sleep trial. You can only initiate the return after 30 nights of mattress ownership (break-in period). If between nights 31 and 120, you decide to return the mattress, you will be charged a $90 pick up fee and the mattress will be conveniently picked up from your home.
Warranty: lifetime limited warranty is the longest on the mattress market. After year 3, you will contribute to the shipping costs, and after year 10, you will be charged a replacement fee as a percentage of your original purchase price. Find Nolah warranty information here.
Financing: available through Affirm
Accident protection: available through Mulberry. 10-year protection currently discounted to $29, usually $139
Other notes: you can save $100 on the purchase price, by opting out of a the sleep trial!
Helix Midnight Luxe
Sleep Trial: Helix offers a 100-night sleep trial. You are welcome to return your Helix mattress after the 30-night breaking in period. If between nights 31 and 100 you decide to return the mattress, Helix will send someone to pick up the mattress from your home free of charge.
Warranty: Helix Luxe mattresses have a 15-year warranty (vs. 10. years for regular Helix mattresses). Anytime during the warranty period, you are responsible for the return shipping and transportation costs – you will receive $100 towards those costs, should it be proven that the mattress was defective. Find Helix warranty information here.
Financing: available through Affirm and Katapult for those with low or no FICO score
Accident protection: available through Mulberry. 10-year protection currently $99 for a Queen
Other notes: Did you know that if you find that your Helix mattress doesn’t feel quite right, you can reach out to Customer Experience by emailing orders@helixsleep.com and they’ll be happy to send you an additional comfort layer topper, free of charge! They will send you the right topper, based on whether you want a firmer or softer feel.
Our Comparison Methodology
We personally sleep test every mattress and bedding on the website. We start with unboxing and laying the mattresses on slats, paying particular attention to the packaging, unrolling process, and any off-gassing let out by the mattress. We then sleep test the mattresses in every position, using a 130-lb tester and a 220-lb tester, to best understand how different body types feel while sleeping. Lastly, we use our industry knowledge and expertise, to interpret mattress feels and best fits, based on the combination of materials found inside the mattress.
We hope that you find those comparisons helpful in choosing the best mattress for you. We aim at writing reviews covering the aspects we would personally research in oder to make the best decision. If there is any outstanding question you have, please always feel free to reach out!
Nolah Evolution 15 vs. Helix Midnight Luxe FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers
The foams used in each mattress are quite different. Nolah uses AirFoam, which is more breathable and responsive than Helix’s foams. Helix gives you the option to upgrade to a cooler mattress cover. Overall, the Nolah Evolution 15 is a better mattress for all sleeping positions, while the Helix Midnight Luxe does best with back sleepers.
The Nolah Evolution can be ordered in different firmness levels. The Luxury Firm (average firmness) Nolah has a little more pressure relief, while the Helix Midnight Luxe has a little more support.
Since you can choose the firmness level of the Nolah Evolution 15, it is suited for all sleepers. We recommend the Helix Midnight Luxe to back sleepers, and most side sleepers.
Both mattresses are hybrid mattresses with a layer of coils and several layers of foams above. They are both upper-end mattresses and provide a great combination of support and pressure relief.
Nolah offers a lifetime limited warranty and 120 nights of trial. Helix offers a 15-year limited warranty and 100 nights of trial.
What are the key differences between the Nolah Evolution 15 and Helix Midnight Luxe?
The foams used in each mattress are quite different. Nolah uses AirFoam, which is more breathable and responsive than Helix's foams. Helix gives you the option to upgrade to a cooler mattress cover. Overall, the Nolah Evolution 15 is a better mattress for all sleeping positions, while the Helix Midnight Luxe does best with back sleepers.
Nolah Evolution vs. Helix Midnight Luxe - Which mattress has better support and pressure relief?
The Nolah Evolution can be ordered in different firmness levels. The Luxury Firm (average firmness) Nolah has a little more pressure relief, while the Helix Midnight Luxe has a little more support.
Nolah Evolution 15 vs. Helix Midnight Luxe - What type of sleepers is each mattress best suited for?
Since you can choose the firmness level of the Nolah Evolution 15, it is suited for all sleepers. We recommend the Helix Midnight Luxe to back sleepers, and most side sleepers.
Are there any notable similarities between the Nolah Evolution 15 and Helix Midnight Luxe?
Both mattresses are hybrid mattresses with a layer of coils and several layers of foams above. They are both upper-end mattresses and provide a great combination of support and pressure relief.
Nolah Evolution 15 vs. Helix Midnight Luxe - What is the warranty and trial period for each mattress?
Nolah offers a lifetime limited warranty and 120 nights of trial. Helix offers a 15-year limited warranty and 100 nights of trial.
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Laura Georgieff
Laura is a mother of three who did not sleep through the night for the first 5.5 years of her kids' lives. She is passionate about sleep quality and loves sharing her experience and knowledge of all thing bedding! It is her mission to help you make the best decisions when it comes to sleep and help you get the best deal on the market!
