Side-by-side mattress testing · 144+ comparisons published
Updated September 2026
Category
Saatva RX
Helix Midnight Elite
Comfort
Not lab tested
Not lab tested
Support
Not lab tested
Not lab tested
Cooling
Not lab tested
Not lab tested
Edge Support
Not lab tested
Not lab tested
Motion Isolation
Not lab tested
Not lab tested
Durability
Not lab tested
Not lab tested
Value
8/10
8/10
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Quick Specs Comparison
Spec
Saatva RX
Helix Midnight Elite
Price (Queen)
$2,932
$3,278
Type
Luxury Hybrid
Luxury Hybrid
Firmness
3.5/10
6/10
Height
15 inches
15 inches
Trial
365 nights
120 nights
Warranty
Lifetime
Limited lifetime warranty
Shipping
Free white glove delivery
Free shipping; in-home setup and old mattress removal available
Key Advantages
Why Choose Saatva RX
- Specifically engineered for chronic pain conditions (sciatica, arthritis, scoliosis)
- Patented Lumbar Zone® quilting for targeted spinal alignment
- Rx Wave-Tech® 5-zone pressure relief system
Why Choose Helix Midnight Elite
- GlacioTex Elite cooling cover and CoolForce layer included as standard, not an upcharge
- Two coil systems — a microcoil comfort layer plus an 8-inch pocketed coil base
- Zoned lumbar reinforcement and full perimeter edge coils