Helix Sleep is a mattress and bedding manufacturer that has been in business since 2014. The company currently sells products through their own website.
The Helix Weighted Blanket is filled with high-quality glass beads, which are smaller than plastic beads. Weighted blankets filled with glass beads are naturally more breathable, and generally more comfortable because the glass better conforms to the body than the larger plastic pellets.
The blanket comes with a cover that features soft fleece on one side and sheared microfiber on the other, giving sleepers the option to choose which type of fabric they want touching their skin. The outer cover is machine washable, but the inner blanket is not.
Customers can choose among three weight options: 10, 15, and 20 pounds. Helix recommends that people who weigh less than 125 pounds use the 10 pound blanket, people who weigh between 125 and 200 use the 15 pound blanket, and people who weigh over 200 pounds use the 20 pound blanket.
This is roughly in line with the commonly given guideline suggesting sleepers should opt for a weighted blanket that is approximately 10 percent of their body weight, though people at the lower and higher end of the weight spectrum might want a lighter or heavier blanket.
Helix offers a generous trial period of 100 nights on their Weighted Blanket, along with a 1-year warranty. They also offer a 15 percent discount to active military members and veterans.
Read on to learn more about the Helix Weighted Blanket’s construction, pricing, and performance. This review also includes similar weighted blanket recommendations and an overview of Helix’s company policies.
Meet Our Testing Team
Lauren
Jeremy
Jackson
Keith
General Overview
Pros
Glass beads are smaller and more comfortable than plastic
Our ratings for the Helix Weighted Blanket are listed in the table below. These ratings are based on verified customer and owner experiences, as well as our own in-house testing.
Full Sleep Rating
Criteria
Rating
Inner Fill Material
Outer Fill Material
Weight Options
Warmth
Breathability
Durability
Cleaning
Inner Fill Material
Outer Fill Material
Weight Options
Warmth
Breathability
Durability
Cleaning
Inner Fill Material
x
Weighted Blankets are filled with tons of small weighted beads surrounded by polyester padding/filling. These beads are of varying quality, usually made of plastic, glass, or nano-ceramic.
The Helix Weighted Blanket is filled with high-quality glass beads and cotton. Both of these materials contribute to comfort, breathability, and durability.
Inner Fill Material
x
Weighted Blankets are filled with tons of small weighted beads surrounded by polyester padding/filling. These beads are of varying quality, usually made of plastic, glass, or nano-ceramic.
The Helix Weighted Blanket is filled with high-quality glass beads and cotton. Both of these materials contribute to comfort, breathability, and durability.
Outer Fill Material
x
The shell material refers to what’s on the outside of the blanket. This category rates the quality of the materials used to make the shell.
The removable cover that comes with this blanket has a soft, high-quality fleece on one side and warm sheared microfiber on the other side, giving sleepers the option to choose which fabric they want touching their body.
Outer Fill Material
x
The shell material refers to what’s on the outside of the blanket. This category rates the quality of the materials used to make the shell.
The removable cover that comes with this blanket has a soft, high-quality fleece on one side and warm sheared microfiber on the other side, giving sleepers the option to choose which fabric they want touching their body.
Weight Options
x
Different people are going to have different preferences regarding the weight of a weighted blanket. This category rates a blanket’s selection of different weight options.
The Helix Weighted Blanket comes in three weight options: 10, 15, and 20 pounds. This blanket is ideal for people weighing between 100 and 200 pounds.
Weight Options
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Different people are going to have different preferences regarding the weight of a weighted blanket. This category rates a blanket’s selection of different weight options.
The Helix Weighted Blanket comes in three weight options: 10, 15, and 20 pounds. This blanket is ideal for people weighing between 100 and 200 pounds.
Warmth
x
This category rates how much warmth a weighted blanket provides. Some blankets will keep you warm in cold temperatures while some require that you bundle up with an additional blanket or duvet.
The fleece and sheared microfiber outer cover provides a fair amount of warmth to sleepers.
Warmth
x
This category rates how much warmth a weighted blanket provides. Some blankets will keep you warm in cold temperatures while some require that you bundle up with an additional blanket or duvet.
The fleece and sheared microfiber outer cover provides a fair amount of warmth to sleepers.
Breathability
x
Breathable weighted blankets retain less heat and will keep users from sleeping too hot. Breathability results from good airflow and moisture-wicking properties.
Although the fleece and sheared microfiber outer cover will trap heat, the glass bead filling and cotton add breathability to this blanket.
Breathability
x
Breathable weighted blankets retain less heat and will keep users from sleeping too hot. Breathability results from good airflow and moisture-wicking properties.
Although the fleece and sheared microfiber outer cover will trap heat, the glass bead filling and cotton add breathability to this blanket.
Durability
x
How long the weighted blanket lasts with proper care. The average weighted blanket lasts for around 4 years.
The Helix Weighted Blanket is constructed from high-quality materials that should last for years to come.
Durability
x
How long the weighted blanket lasts with proper care. The average weighted blanket lasts for around 4 years.
The Helix Weighted Blanket is constructed from high-quality materials that should last for years to come.
Cleaning
x
Depending on the construction, different weighted blankets have different cleaning requirements. This category measures the ease of cleaning the blanket.
The removable blanket cover may be machine washed. The inner blanket should not be put into a washing machine, but can be spot cleaned or hand washed if needed.
Cleaning
x
Depending on the construction, different weighted blankets have different cleaning requirements. This category measures the ease of cleaning the blanket.
The removable blanket cover may be machine washed. The inner blanket should not be put into a washing machine, but can be spot cleaned or hand washed if needed.
The Helix Weighted Blanket is constructed from high-quality materials. The glass beads and inner cotton blanket make the weighted blanket more comfortable than some others. Glass beads conform well to the body, and the blanket is stitched in a way that ensures the weight is evenly distributed across the blanket.
The removable fleece and sheared microfiber cover provide warmth and comfort. The cover’s double-sided construction also gives sleepers options in terms of the blanket’s feel. Because the Helix Weighted Blanket is made with excellent materials, it should be durable, lasting for years to come. The weight range is ideal for people 100 – 200 pounds, and could feel too light or too heavy to those who fall outside of that range.
Helix's weighted blanket received the following awards:
After our testing, here are the categories where the Helix Weighted Blanket stood out:
Comparing products is important for any shopping experience. The table below lists three weighted blankets that share a similar construction with the Helix.
What You Need to Know About the Helix Weighted Blanket
Sizing and Pricing
Below you’ll find current prices for the Helix Weighted Blanket in each available weight, along with width and length dimensions.
48W" x 72L"10 lbs $9915 lbs $105
48W" x 74L"20 lbs $115
Materials and Construction
The table below lists materials, weights, and other construction specs about the Helix Weighted Blanket.
Product Name
Inner Fill Material
Outer Shell Material
Weight Options Available
Colors/Patterns Available
CuteKing Weighted Blanket
Fine-grade glass beads and 100% cotton cover
Fleece on one side and sheared microfiber on the other
10, 15, & 20 lbs.
The Helix is only available in one color scheme: gray fleece and ivory sheared microfiber
Cleaning and Care
The removable cover on the Helix Weighted Blanket is machine washable. The inner blanket is not machine washable, but it may be spot cleaned or hand washed. Helix does not provide drying instructions for their Weighted Blanket on their website, so customers might want to err on the side of caution by air drying the blanket.
Helix Sleep ships to the U.S. and Canada. Only the U.S. shipping is free, however.
What Is the Delivery Policy?
Helix Sleep delivers their U.S. orders via FedEx within 1-2 business days. They do not specify how they ship their orders to Canada.
Return Policy and Warranty Details
Helix offers a 100-night sleep trial for their Weighted Blanket, which is longer than what most manufacturers offer. Within the first 100 days, customers may return their blanket without question.
The Helix Weighted Blanket comes with a limited one-year warranty. This warranty covers defects, but does not cover softening of the blanket over time or damage done by the customer.
Company Information
Customer Service
8 out of 10 customers have had a positive experience with Helix, irrespective of whether or not they liked their weighted blanket.
