Nectar Mattress Review

Nectar is a popular "bed in a box" mattress company. How long does a Nectar mattress last? And are they any good? Read on for pros, cons, and comparisons.

	Overall Score	4.3
	Back Sleeping	4.0
	Side Sleeping	5.0
	Stomach Sleeping	3.0
	Price	5.0
	Return Policy	5.0
	Warranty	5.0
	Comfort	5.0
	Edge Support	4.0
	Sex	3.0
	Couples	5.0
	Customer Service	3.0
	Hot Sleepers	4.0

5-point scale (the higher, the better)

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Pros and Cons

• Great for side sleepers
• Memory foam sleeps cool
• 365-day trial period

• Only offers memory foam
• Not great for heavy folks
• Slow customer support team

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Bottom Line

Affordable option for average sleepers

A bed in a box may sound strange, but that's exactly what Nectar offers.

This online-only mattress offers a comfortable, medium firmness - great for many types of sleeper. Once you order the mattress, it'll ship rolled up in a box right to your door.

In this review:

• What is the Nectar Mattress?
  
• Nectar Mattress Pros & Cons
  
• Nectar Common Complaints
  
• Who Should Consider the Nectar Mattress?
  
• What is Nectar Made Of?
  
• How Does the Nectar Mattress Feel?
  
• Nectar Mattress Pricing
  
• How It Compares

What is the Nectar Mattress?

Nectar Sleep started as an online-only mattress company. They now sell their mattresses in almost 1,500 stores in the United States. Whichever way you buy, take advantage of their generous 365-day trial period. That's plenty of time to try out the mattress.

They offer two mattresses: the Nectar and the Nectar Lush. The Lush model is the premium, 12" version of the original Nectar. This review will focus on their flagship Nectar mattress.

The Nectar mattress is 11" thick with four distinct foam layers and a breathable base layer. From top to bottom, it features:

• Quilted gel memory foam mattress cover
  
• Gel memory foam comfort layer
  
• Adaptive Hi-Core memory foam
  
• High-density base foam

These layers combine to give you the comfort you want with the air circulation you need to stay cool.

Nectar Mattress Pros & Cons

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Pros

• No Motion Transfer
  Four layers of foam help the mattress absorb motion. You won't feel when your partner moves around.

• Breathable Material
  Memory foam has the reputation of sleeping hot. But Nectar incorporates a breathable cover and gel foam for a cooler sleep.

• 365-Night Trial Period
  Nectar's 356-night trial blows the industry standard of 100 nights out the water. They also have free shipping.

• "Forever" Warranty
  Nectar will replace the mattress for life if it has any defects from normal use. This includes indents in the memory foam deeper than 1.5 inches.

• Little Off-Gassing
  New memory foam mattresses usually release a harmless chemical smell. This is called off-gassing. The Nectar mattress uses modern memory foam that doesn't smell as much. Any smells it might have goes away after a few days.

Cons

• Only Offers Memory Foam
  Nectar has sells two mattress models, but both are made of memory foam. You'll have to go with a different company if you want an innerspring or hybrid.

• Not Great for Heavy People
  Heavy sleepers sink too much into memory foam mattresses, which throws the spine out of alignment. Nectar doesn't provide enough hip support for most heavy folks.

• Not Much Bounce
  Since the Nectar is a dense memory foam mattress, it doesn't have a lot of bounce. This makes it harder to change positions and get out of bed.

Nectar Common Complaints

There's no such thing as a 100% perfect mattress or mattress company. Nectar mattress is definitely comfortable for a lot of people, but it's not right for everyone.

Some customers report slow shipping times of up to 3 weeks to get their mattress. If you're in a hurry to get your new bed, keep those shipping times in mind. You might want to go with a different company if you need your bed fast.

Other customers also cite slow response times from the customer support team. This could be an issue if you need to contact them for warranty or sleep trial information.

Of course, everyone's experience is different. You might not run into these issues. But it's good to know about them before you commit to a new mattress.

Who Should Consider the Nectar Mattress?

Not sure if Nectar's the right fit for you? Here's who will benefit the most from this mattress:

Memory foam fans who sleep hot
Nectar has cooling gel memory foam and a breathable cover. These features wick away heat and moisture from your body so you sleep cooler.

Side and back sleepers
Nectar's medium firmness give side and back sleepers great pressure relief. Four foam layers support your spine while cushioning your joints and pressure points.

Couples
Foam beds absorb motion. So if you sleep with a partner, you won't feel them moving around at night. You'll both get a good night's sleep and wake up feeling refreshed.

Online shoppers
You can buy a Nectar mattress online and choose your delivery. Opt for regular delivery to your doors or White Glove Service, which includes bed setup and removes your old mattress (for an extra fee).

What is Nectar Made Of?

Nectar is an all-foam mattress with plenty of cushion. But what's it actually made of? Take a closer look at the mattress layers:

• Quilted memory foam cover: This breathable layer feels soft to the touch. It keeps you cool and comfy.

• Gel memory foam: Gel disperses heat so you won't feel sweaty at night.

• Adaptive foam layer: This helps support your body so you won't sink into the mattress.

• Base layer: A firm foam bottom stabilizes the mattress and gives extra support.

Even though all-foam mattresses work for a lot of people, it might not have enough support for bigger bodies.

How Does the Nectar Mattress Feel?

With the Nectar mattress, you'll get that classic memory foam feeling of being hugged by your bed. But some people prefer a mattress with more responsiveness and bounce.

Where do you fall on the spectrum? Read on for our break down of how the Nectar mattress might feel to you.

Firmness
Nectar has a medium firmness. It has a rating of 6–6.5 out of 10 in firmness (10 being a rigid surface). Unlike some memory foam mattresses, Nectar sinks in slowly under your weight. It feels a bit firmer when you first lie on it, but it softens within a few seconds.

Keep in mind that your weight will affect how firm the mattress is to you. Petite people will find that the mattress feels a bit firmer. Heavy people may find that it feels softer.

Support
Nectar has dense base foams for support. You won't feel like you're sinking all the way to the bottom of the mattress. But if you weigh more than 250 pounds, the Nectar mattress might not give you enough support.

Pressure Relief
This mattress shines in terms of pressure relief. It has multiple foam layers that conform to the body. Side sleepers especially will welcome the softness around the shoulders and hips.

Sleep Temperature
If you tend to sleep hot, you've probably heard to stay away from memory foam. Traditional memory foams trap body heat and keeps you toasty throughout the night. Since Nectar uses gel foam that dissipates the heat instead of holding onto it all night, you'll feel cooler.

Motion Isolation
Your partner could toss and turn all night, and you probably wouldn't feel a thing. Memory foam is the best option for absorbing motion. But this also means that the mattress isn't bouncy. It's a bit hard to move around on since it molds so well to your body.

Edge Support
An all-foam bed isn't going to give you the best edge support. But the Nectar mattress has surprisingly decent support. It works just fine for average and petite couples who want to use the full surface of the mattress. Heavy couples need a bed with more reinforcement around the edges.

Nectar Mattress Pricing

One of the biggest draws of the Nectar mattress is affordability. For the price, you get great materials like high-density foams certified by CertiPUR-US. This means their foams don't contain harmful substances like ozone depleters and lead.

To sweeten the deal, Nectar also includes a free gift like a mattress protector or weighted blanket with the purchase of a mattress.

Check out their prices below to see if it fits in your budget:

• Twin - $499
  
• Twin XL - $569
  
• Full - $699
  
• Queen - $799
  
• King - $999
  
• Cal king - $999

Buying the cheapest mattress possible won't get you the best quality. But when you consider the Nectar's low price along with its Forever Warranty, it's a great value.

How It Compares

Casper
The Casper mattress introduces a layer of latex foam underneath memory foam. Latex is known for its responsive and bouncy quality. You won't feel "stuck" in this mattress thanks to the latex and zoned support.

The zoned support layer adapts to different sleeping positions for a more balanced feel. But if you sleep on your stomach, you might not get enough support to keep your spine aligned.

Both the Casper and the Nectar pretty much have the same medium firmness. The Casper has more bounce, making it easier to get off the mattress. But the Nectar mattress keeps sleepers cooler.

The Casper is more expensive than the Nectar. It retails for $1,095 for a queen size, and it has a 100-day trial period.

Tuft & Needle
The original Tuft & Needle mattress is another bed-in-a-box foam mattress. It offers cool, body-contouring foam in a medium-firm bed.

It only has two foam layers instead of Nectar's four. But it offers enough support for all sleeping positions. Unlike the Casper or Nectar mattresses, the Tuft & Needle is firm enough to keep stomach sleepers aligned. But petite side sleepers might find the mattress too firm.

The Tuft & Needle costs only $595 for a queen. It also offers a 100-day trial period compared to Nectar's 365-day trial.

Purple
The original Purple model is a breathable mattress that uses a gel material instead of foam. The layer has a unique grid structure that moves with you as you change sleeping positions.

The material feels more like a gel or silicone material. The Purple mattress is bouncier, so you'll avoid that "sinking in" feeling that comes with Nectar's memory foam. Petite side sleepers might not press deeply enough into the mattress to feel pressure relief.

The Purple is a lot more breathable than a memory foam mattress. It's a great option that lets you move around easily and sleeps cool. It costs more at $1,099 for a queen and comes with a 100-day trial period.

Bottom Line

Nectar offers a pressure-relieving bed that works for most sleeping positions. But if you're on the heavier side, you might want a mattress with innerspring support.

Overall, Nectar is a good choice if you like the feel of memory foam. Plus, you can't go wrong with the 365-day trial period. If you change your mind, you get your money back and can try another brand.