Helix Kids - Firm Side (Age 8-12)
Compare These Products
Helix Kids - Firm Side (Age 8-12) vs. Other Beds
Compare the Helix Kids - Firm Side (Age 8-12) mattress side by side with other Helix models, or with mattresses from other brands.
GoodBed Expert Review
Our Take on Helix Kids - Firm Side (Age 8-12)

Founder of GoodBed, Leading Mattress Expert
- Would lean toward a mattress with child-specific features
- Want a medium-firm mattress (i.e., just a little firmer than average)
- Are either a stomach or back sleeper
- Regularly sit or sleep along the edge of your bed (edge support is excellent)
- Want to be able to adjust the comfort level of your mattress in the future if needed
- Enjoy sleeping 'on' your mattress while being just a little hugged or cradled
- Are a side sleeper (though this mattress can be good for side sleepers who prioritize firm support over extra pressure relief)
- Want a natural or organic mattress (though this mattress is still OK in terms of avoiding harmful chemicals)
Helix Mattress Collection Overview
GoodBed Editorial
Thinking of buying a Helix mattress? Check out our in-depth look at the full range of mattresses, along with our assessment of what type of sleepers should consider which model.
See our full reviewMaterials & Construction
Cover | Tencel cover, antimicrobial, water-repellent, hypoallergenic |
---|---|
Comfort Layers |
|
Support Layers |
|
Total Thickness | 8'' |
Where to Buy
Helix Kids - Firm Side (Age 8-12)

Helix Online Seller
- Free delivery
- 100-day return policy
- Financing available

- Free delivery ($999+)
- 120-day return policy
- Lowest price guarantee
- Financing available
Frequently Asked Questions
Helix Kids - Firm Side (Age 8-12)
-
In our evaluation of the Helix Kids - Firm Side (Age 8-12) mattress, we found it to be a Medium-Firm (4) on the GoodBed rating scale (1= firmest, 9 = softest).
-
Mattress matching is highly personal. This is why GoodBed refuses to publish bogus "best mattress" lists and instead created an advanced mattress matching tool called the GoodBed Quiz. This quiz can assess your requirements in just a few minutes, and then calculate your personal Match Score for the Helix Kids - Firm Side (Age 8-12) mattress, along with any of the other 800+ mattresses that we've evaluated.
To see your Match Score for the Helix Kids - Firm Side (Age 8-12), simply use this link to take the GoodBed Quiz. Your Match Score for this mattress will be shown at the top of your quiz results, and will include a detailed explanation of how it matches up with your personal mattress requirements. Each Match Score is based on over 50 different Mattress DNA™ attributes that we measure through our proprietary mattress testing framework.
-
-
Yes, the Helix Kids - Firm Side (Age 8-12) mattress is adjustable base compatible. This means it is designed to be used on an adjustable base without incurring damage or voiding the warranty. In our review of this mattress, we tested it on an adjustable base to look for any adverse effects as the head and foot are elevated, and to see how well it conforms to the contours of the base both with and without the weight of a sleeper. Overall, we found the Helix Kids (Firm Side) to have good adjustable base compatibility.
Expert Q&A
See questions from other mattress buyersOther Models from Helix
-
Helix Dawn
-
Helix Dawn Elite
-
Helix Dawn Luxe
-
Helix Dusk
-
Helix Dusk Elite
-
Helix Dusk Luxe
-
Helix Midnight
-
Helix Midnight Elite
-
Helix Midnight Luxe
-
Helix Moonlight
-
Helix Moonlight Elite
-
Helix Moonlight Luxe
-
Helix Plus
-
Helix Sunset
-
Helix Sunset Elite
-
Helix Sunset Luxe
-
Helix Twilight
-
Helix Twilight Elite
-
Helix Twilight Luxe
Additional Information
General Description
Kids Mattress Benefits
2-Sided Design for Growing Kids
- 8" hybrid mattress with 6" innersprings and custom foam layers to provide the right safety, comfort, support, and durability for growing kids with changing needs and preferences.
Firmer Side
- The firmer side is great for younger kids (suggested for 3-7 year olds) when they need additional support to aid proper development of their growing bodies.
Softer Side
- As kids get older, they tend to favor mattresses with more of a comforting feel, which is why we created a softer side for older kids (suggested for 8-12) that still provides excellent support.
Sleep Safely
- To ensure your kid won’t be exposed to dangerous chemicals, this mattress was tested for lead and phthalate and all foams are CertiPUR-US® certified, which guarantees they were made without harmful chemicals.
Firm Side Layers
Cover
- Antimicrobial, Water-Repellent Design. Made with soft, hypoallergenic, and breathable TENCEL and treated with a water-repellent finish and a hygienic microbe shield.
Fire Retardant
- Protection From Flammability. Both sides of this mattress, as well as the side panels, are safeguarded from flammability.
Firmer Support Layer (Ages 3-7)
- Helix Responsive Foam. This layer of sturdy, dense foam provides spinal support to aid the proper development of younger kids’ growing bodies.
Body Shape Coils
- Wrapped Coils. Hundreds of individual 6” coils cradle your kid’s body and limit motion transfer. Two reinforced sides provide edge support to keep your kid safely in bed.
Softer Comfort Layer (Ages 8-12)
- Gel Memory Foam. Plush and comforting, this layer has a soft, uniquely pressure relieving and cushioned feel.
Mattress Specifications:
- Cover Details: Made with soft, hypoallergenic, and breathable TENCEL and treated with a water-repellent finish and a hygienic microbe shield.
- First Comfort Layer Details: Protection From Flammability. Both sides of this mattress, as well as the side panels, are safeguarded from flammability.
- Second Comfort Layer Details: Helix Responsive Foam. This layer of sturdy, dense foam provides spinal support to aid the proper development of younger kids' growing bodies.
- First Support Layer Details: Wrapped Coils. Hundreds of individual 6" coils cradle your kid's body and limit motion transfer. Two reinforced sides provide edge support to keep your kid safely in bed.
- Second Support Layer Details: Gel Memory Foam. Plush and comforting, this layer has a soft, uniquely pressure relieving and cushioned feel.
Warranty
- Length: 10-year warranty.
- Indentation coverage: 1" and deeper.
- Proration: 10 years of full ("non-prorated") replacement coverage.
- Claim Fees: Owner pays shipping both ways; reimbursed up to $100 if warranty claim is valid.
About This Model
Status | Active (released 2021) |
---|---|
Manufacturer | Helix |
Comfort Level | Medium-Firm |
Surface Type | Unquilted |
Support Type | Innerspring |
Build Details |
|
Corrections
Have an update or correction to our information about Helix Kids - Firm Side (Age 8-12)? If so, please take a moment to suggest an edit.