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Helix Midnight Luxe vs Novilla Vela 12" Queen Hybrid Mattress

Buy the Helix Midnight Luxe for a medium-firm hybrid with real pressure relief, zoned lumbar coils and a long trial; buy the Novilla Vela if you want a simpler, thinner gel-foam hybrid at a lower commitment. The Helix has the deeper build, cooling cover option and far larger review base, and owners rate it well for side sleeping and motion isolation. The Novilla is a basic 12-inch pocket-spring hybrid with gel foam; its rating rests on a few hundred reviews, so treat it as the budget pick.

  • Choose the Helix Midnight Luxe if you sleep on your side or share a bed and want a medium-firm hybrid with zoned support, a reinforced edge and a year-long trial.
  • Choose the Novilla Vela if you want a thinner gel memory foam hybrid for a guest room or a first mattress and don't need a long trial or cooling cover upgrade.

Prices

  • Helix Midnight Luxe: $1,119.00 at The Mattress Shop (last seen Nov 12)
  • Novilla Vela 12" Queen Hybrid Mattress: $100.00 at Novilla (checked today)
  • Difference: the Novilla Vela 12" Queen Hybrid Mattress is $1,019.00 cheaper than the Helix Midnight Luxe at the latest prices (Nov 12 and Nov 15)
Helix
Helix Midnight Luxe

Helix Midnight Luxe

4.2(11,000 ratings)
$1,119.00at The Mattress ShopChecked Nov 12
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Pros
  • Zoned coils and memory foam ease hip and shoulder pressure
  • Strong motion isolation for couples
  • Reinforced edge holds up when you sit on the side
  • 365-night trial with a break-in window
  • GREENGUARD and CertiPUR-US certified, US-assembled
Cons
  • Only one firmness in this model
  • Cooling cover is an upgrade, not standard
  • Thick and heavy; needs a sturdy frame
  • Some owners report it sleeps warmer than expected
Novilla
Novilla Vela Mattress 12" Queen Hybrid

Novilla Vela 12" Queen Hybrid Mattress

Novilla Vela Mattress 12" Queen Hybrid

4.3(341 ratings)
$100.00at NovillaChecked 1 h ago
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Pros
  • Gel memory foam aims to sleep cooler than plain foam
  • Pocket springs add bounce and airflow
  • Thinner 12-inch profile suits low frames
  • Simple all-foam-and-spring build at an entry level
Cons
  • Small review base makes long-term durability unclear
  • No firmness choice and no stated trial
  • Edge support claims are unproven
  • Fewer certifications and no cooling cover option

What separates them

Helix Midnight LuxeNovilla Vela 12" Queen Hybrid Mattress
Construction13.5-inch hybrid: memory foam layers over individually wrapped pocketed coils with zoned lumbar support12-inch hybrid: 1-inch gel memory foam over pocket springs with foam core
Firmness optionsOne medium-firm feel (6) in this model; soft and firm siblings existSingle medium feel, no firmness choice
CoolingGlacioTex cooling cover available as an upgrade; TENCEL topGel memory foam billed as 25% cooler than standard foam
Edge supportFully reinforced perimeter for sitting and sleeping near the edgeTriple-armored steel edges claimed
Trial and returns365-night trial with a 30-night break-in periodNo stated trial length in the listing
Review depth4.2 of 5 from about 11,000 ratings4.3 of 5 from about 341 ratings
CertificationsGREENGUARD certified, CertiPUR-US foam, made in the USANo certifications listed
Profile and weight13.5 inches thick; heavier build12 inches thick; lighter and easier to move

Price history

$2,249.95$70.00
Oct 30Nov 15
  • Helix Midnight Luxe: lowest $1,119.00 on Oct 30 at Helix Sleep; $1,119.00 on Nov 15.
  • Novilla Vela 12" Queen Hybrid Mattress: lowest $70.00 on Nov 9 at Novilla; $100.00 on Nov 15.

Prices at every store

Helix Midnight Luxe

  • The Mattress ShopNew

    In stock

    $1,119.00Free shippingChecked Nov 12
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  • Mancini's SleepworldNew

    In stock

    $2,061.00Free shippingChecked Nov 11
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  • Macy'sNew

    In stock

    $2,249.00+ $250.00 shippingChecked Nov 11
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Novilla Vela 12" Queen Hybrid Mattress

  • NovillaNew

    In stock

    $100.00Free shippingChecked 1 h ago
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  • WalmartNew

    In stock

    $178.00Free shippingChecked 1 h ago
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  • Iron Home ConceptsNew

    In stock

    $299.99Free shippingChecked Nov 10
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  • WoodArtSupplyNew

    Availability unknown

    $296.61Checked 1 h ago
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Specs compared

SpecHelix Midnight LuxeNovilla Vela 12" Queen Hybrid Mattress
Mattress TypeHybridMemory Foam
SizeQueen, King, Full, California King, Twin XLFull
TypeInnerspringGel Memory Foam
Thickness13.5 in12 in
Bed sizeTwinQueen
FeaturesCooling TechnologyTemperature Regulating
Mattress thickness13.5 in12
MaterialWithout Cooling CoverFoam
Firmness OptionsMedium Firm (6)—
Topper TypePillowtop—
Mattress comfort levelMedium—
BrandHelix—
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SpecHelix Midnight LuxeNovilla Vela 12" Queen Hybrid Mattress
Mattress top typeEuro Top—
Dimensions75.00 x 38.00 x 13.50 in—
Max load300 lb—
Mattress coil typePocketed—
Weight70 lb—
Assembly reqN—
Age groupAdult—
Sleep Trial100 nights—
Specialty StyleAdjustable Bed—
GREENGUARD Certified

What reviewers say

Helix Midnight Luxe

  • 4.2 / 511,000 ratings

Reviewers rate it 4.2 out of 5 across about 11,000 ratings and call it comfortable and supportive. Several say it eased back, neck and shoulder pain, and some slept cooler than on their old mattress. The main complaint is weight: it takes two people to move.

What people mention
  • ComfortPraisedOwners describe the medium feel as comfortable and supportive without being too soft.
  • Pain reliefPraisedSeveral reviewers report less back, neck and shoulder pain after switching.
  • TemperaturePraisedSome owners say they sleep cooler on it than on their previous mattress.
  • WeightCriticisedOwners warn it is very heavy and needs two people to move.

Novilla Vela 12" Queen Hybrid Mattress

  • 4.3 / 5341 ratings

Owners rate the Vela 4.3 out of 5 across 341 ratings. Most praise its comfort for the money and its cooler sleep than all-foam beds; some find it firmer than expected and report it softening over time.

What people mention
  • ComfortPraisedOwners call it comfortable for the money, especially for back and stomach sleepers.
  • FirmnessMixedSome find the medium-firm feel right; side sleepers who want a plush bed say it is too firm.
  • CoolingPraisedThe gel foam and spring core sleep cooler than an all-foam mattress, owners say.
  • DurabilityCriticised

Questions and answers

Which is better for side sleepers?
The Helix Midnight Luxe. Its medium-firm memory foam layers and zoned lumbar coils target hips and shoulders, and it is built for side sleepers who toss and turn. The Novilla is a plainer medium hybrid with less contouring.
Which lasts longer?
The Helix has the sturdier spec sheet: thicker foam, a reinforced perimeter and a 13.5-inch build, backed by about 11,000 ratings. The Novilla's 12-inch foam-and-spring build has only a few hundred reviews, so its long-term wear is less proven.
Is the Helix worth stepping up to?
Yes if you want a firmness choice, a cooling cover option, a year-long trial and stronger edge support. The Novilla covers the basics for a guest room or a first mattress.
Which sleeps cooler?
The Helix with the GlacioTex cover draws heat away through conductive fibers. The Novilla relies on gel memory foam and pocket-spring airflow, which helps but is a simpler approach.
Do either work on an adjustable bed?
The Helix is listed for adjustable bases and its pocketed coils flex with the frame. The Novilla's pocket springs should also bend, but check the base warranty before pairing.
Which is better for couples?
The Helix. Individually wrapped coils cut motion transfer and the reinforced edge gives each sleeper more usable surface. The Novilla isolates motion less predictably given its thinner build.

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Yes
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HandcraftedYes—
Sustainably SourcedYes—
Additional FeaturesMade in the USA,with Foam Cushions,Cooling—
Spring System—Pocket Springs
Color—White
Filling—Memory Foam
Thickness Mattress (")—12.0
Fill Material—Memory Foam
Fill Type—Memory Foam
Core Material—Foam
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