Written by Loren Bullock, Lead Product Tester
If you’re a hot sleeper struggling to keep cool, you should consider getting a cooling mattress like the Nectar Premier Copper. This bed is designed to help hot sleepers as it has a cooling cover, the brand’s unique cooling technologies, and other benefits all-foam beds deliver.
The Nectar Premier Copper is a memory foam bed with three foam layers, a temperature-regulating cover with quilted copper fibers, and cooling gel in the top foam layer. I tested the Nectar Premier Copper, focusing on all the features, benefits, and drawbacks, so let’s discuss all that and more to help you determine if it’s the right choice for your needs.
Nectar Premier Copper Mattress
The Nectar Premier Copper mattress delivers a fantastic ratio of softness, support, and pressure relief thanks to its foam layers and cooling technologies.
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Material
Foam
Trial Period
365 nights
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Firmness
Medium: 5/10
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight side sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Nectar Premier Copper Mattress
The Nectar Premier Copper mattress delivers a fantastic ratio of softness, support, and pressure relief thanks to its foam layers and cooling technologies.
Material
Foam
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Firmness
Medium: 5/10
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Trial Period
365 nights
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight side sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Nectar Premier Copper Mattress
The Nectar Premier Copper mattress delivers a fantastic ratio of softness, support, and pressure relief thanks to its foam layers and cooling technologies.
Material
Foam
Firmness
Medium: 5/10
Trial Period
365 nights
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight side sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Nectar Premier Copper Mattress Performance Ratings
Watch My Nectar Premier Copper Video Review
Who I Recommend the Nectar Copper Premier For:
- Classic all-foam sleepers – This bed is made entirely of foam, making it a great option for all-foam lovers. My colleague, Emma, also tested this mattress and noted that the foam “cuddles every curve and joint” without the common issue of overheating.
- Combination sleepers – Considering this is an all-foam bed, it was surprisingly bouncy. This is a great quality for combination sleepers since the buoyancy makes it easier to switch positions.
- Back sleepers – The Nectar Premier Copper is a plush mattress that allows a bit of sinkage without taking away from supporting your spine in alignment when you sleep on your back.
Who I Don’t Recommend the Nectar Premier Copper For:
- Stomach sleepers – After testing the Nectar Premier Copper, I think it could be too soft for stomach sleepers. While on your stomach, you may feel your hips and spine dipping in the middle, potentially resulting in back pain.
- Lightweight side sleepers – I noticed quite a lot of pressure buildup when lying on my side. The weight distribution is better for average-weight sleepers, but there’s still some buildup in the shoulder area.
- Lightweight sleepers – I think lightweight sleepers are likely to experience poor weight distribution and pressure buildup in the hips and shoulders.
Customer Reviews of the Nectar Premier Copper Mattress
According to Nectar’s site, the Nectar Premier Copper has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars. Customers find the Nectar Premier Copper mattress comfortable and supportive, but some have noted that it may have an initial off-gassing odor when unpacked.
Testing the Nectar Premier Copper Mattress: How it Performed
Sleep Advisor’s Testing Methodology
At Sleep Advisor, our mattress reviews are based on findings from in-person tests that allow us to have a genuine understanding of how the mattress feels and performs.
I tested the Premier Copper mattress in person, and so did my colleagues, Emma and Mark, to understand how it performs in different sleeping positions, depending on how much a sleeper weighs.
Our hands-on testing also involves evaluating specific performance categories like motion isolation, pressure relief, bounce, support, and temperature regulation.
To learn more about our testing methodology, visit our product review process page.
Firmness & Feel
Firmness Scale: 5/10
Please remember that firmness is a subjective characteristic and your shape will dictate how you experience a bed. A heavier person whose weight can more easily push through softer comfort and support layers may experience a bed as softer than a lightweight person. The way you are shaped could also play a role here. Consider your weight, shape, and size when evaluating firmness scores.
I rated the Nectar Premier Copper a 5 out of 10 based on our firmness scale, where 1 is the softest and 10 is the firmest option. This is considered a medium firmness, as it falls within the middle of the scale. The good news is that a medium firmness is versatile and can be a good fit for many sleepers as it’s not too soft or too firm.
How Does It Feel?
At first glance, the Nectar Premier Copper looks and feels luxurious. The cover feels cool to the touch, while the bed’s surface feels plush.This bed offers that doughy feel you expect from memory foam — like sleeping in a sourdough loaf as it rises. However, it’s not as slow-sinking as the original Nectar. Even though it has this doughy foam feel, moving around is not very difficult.
Sleeping Positions for Different Body Types
The Nectar Premier Copper can support a total weight of up to 600 pounds or 300 pounds per person for those sleeping with a partner.
Side Sleepers
- Lightweight Sleepers – I found some pressure buildup in the hips and shoulders, and the spine alignment was also poor. I wouldn’t recommend the Premier Copper to lightweight side sleepers.
- Average-Weight Sleepers – Although weight distribution is better here, it’s still fairly decent. Nothing spectacular to say about pressure since there’s still some buildup around the shoulders.
- Heavyweight Sleepers – Side sleepers weighing above 230 pounds are likely to get optimal pressure relief and spine alignment.
Back Sleepers
- Lightweight Sleepers – Lightweight back sleepers should like the support level the foam layers provide. These people should feel lumbar support that prevents waking up with back pain.
- Average-Weight Sleepers – Back sleepers weighing 130 to 230 pounds should get the best balance of pressure relief and support. The upper layers allow the hips to sink a little to relieve any pressure in this area without throwing the spine out of alignment.
- Heavyweight Sleepers – Heavyweight back sleepers should get great pressure relief from this mattress. There may be some folks who prefer something firmer, but we felt confident in the pressure relief this bed provided for plus-size sleepers in this position.
Stomach Sleepers
- Lightweight Sleepers – Lightweight stomach sleepers should like the bed’s medium firmness since they don’t weigh enough to sink too deeply into the upper layers. However, if you’re closer to 130 pounds, you might notice some hip sinkage.
- Average-Weight Sleepers – I would say this bed is too soft for stomach sleeping, but Emma, who is a combination side and stomach sleeper, noted, “This mattress is generally a great option” for her, possibly because she doesn’t stay in this position for too long.
- Heavyweight Sleepers – Heavyweight stomach sleepers are unlikely to achieve a healthy sleep posture because the Premier Copper mattress isn’t firm enough to support their weight in this position.
Pressure Relief
4.5/5
Back sleepers should like how the Nectar Premier Copper distributes weight and supports the spine and lumbar region by allowing a deep hug within its first layers.
Although Mark found the Premier Copper does a good job of relieving pressure in the shoulders, I wasn’t as impressed. This is probably because I’m lighter than him, so I don’t sink as much.
For this reason, I believe average-weight and heavyweight sleepers will experience better pressure relief on this bed.
Is the Nectar Premier Copper Mattress Good for Pain Relief?
Nectar’s mid-range firmness should deliver a balance of pressure relief and support, both of which aid in relieving pain. However, you should always double-check how its firmness would fit your exact body weight. Although this bed might do wonders to relieve pain for some people, it might be too firm or soft to help address the same issue for others.
Back Pain
The Premier Copper mattress could help relieve back pain with its mid-range firmness and body-hugging foam construction. The gentle hugging helps prevent your weight from concentrating in the lower back area, but this depends on how much you weigh and your preferred sleeping position. If you’re a stomach sleeper with back pain, for example, then you’ll want to go with something firmer for extra lifting. Explore more mattresses for back pain here.
Hip Pain
Hip pain might worsen when side sleepers don’t sink into the upper layers enough or sink too much. This means people with hip pain should benefit from Premier Copper’s medium firmness as it relieves pressure while keeping the hips aligned with the rest of the body. However, this is only if you’re well over 130 pounds. Browse more beds for hip pain here.
Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain can also come from too much pressure building up in this area, especially if you prefer sleeping on your side. Our team agrees the Premier Copper mattress can help with this by gently hugging the shoulders, preventing your weight from concentrating in this area. Again, if you’re a lightweight sleeper, I don’t think you’ll experience enough (if any) relief while on your side.
Discover: Best Mattress for Shoulder Pain
Support
4.5/5
Although this Nectar model feels plush and offers gentle cradling, it doesn’t lack support. This bed wasn’t great for spine alignment in lightweight side sleepers, but it did well for average and heavyweight side sleepers. We also found it to be very supportive for back sleeping. I would add that’s it not the most supportive for stomach sleeping. Although it could be okay for some very lightweight sleepers, there are better mattresses out for their for stomach sleepers.
Motion Isolation
3.5/5
All-foam mattresses are known for excellent motion isolation, and this Nectar is no exception. Although the upper foam layers are softer for pressure relief, they don’t allow tons of movement to transfer from one side of the bed to the other. I found it offers above-average motion isolation. Some movement is detected, but this shouldn’t disturb your sleep.
Temperature Regulation / Cooling
3.5/5
Foam mattresses tend to overheat because they don’t allow as much airflow to keep the construction cool, so it’s not always easy to find a top-notch foam bed for cooling. Although the Premier Copper felt cool to the touch, it’s more temperature-neutral than cooling because it doesn’t have highly breathable materials within it. Therefore, if you’re a really hot sleeper, I’d recommend a better cooling mattress with a more breathable interior.
Bounce
4/5
The Nectar Premier Copper is made entirely of foam, which is exactly why I was as surprised with how bouncy it is. This bed has a surprising amount of bounce that makes it easy to switch positions. This is great news for combination sleepers, as well as people with limited mobility.
Although it’s an all-foam bed with a body-contouring feel, you’re unlikely to feel stuck in its layers since there’s plenty of pushback.
Edge Support
3/5
All-foam mattresses usually aren’t as good for edge support as hybrid beds since foam beds don’t have the advantage of coils. When Emma tested this bed, she said, “Because the mattress is made entirely of foam, it may not have the most supportive edges.” I agree with her. There’s nothing to write home about since the edge support is not the best or the worst.
Performance for Couples
3/5
The Nectar Premier Copper has a versatile firmness that can fit different sleeping positions and body weights. This bed is also able to deliver both bounce and motion isolation, which is a great combination for couples. The reason for this is that buoyancy is often preferred for intimacy while motion isolation helps prevent one partner from being disturbed by the other’s movements when they sleep.
However, some couples may not like the Nectar’s lack of edge support, which could make it difficult to use the entire surface of the bed. Additionally, couples who need extra cooling probably won’t want this bed.
Nectar Premier Copper Mattress
The Nectar Premier Copper mattress delivers a fantastic ratio of softness, support, and pressure relief thanks to its foam layers and cooling technologies.
Material
Foam
Trial Period
365 nights
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Firmness
Medium: 5/10
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight side sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Nectar Premier Copper Mattress
The Nectar Premier Copper mattress delivers a fantastic ratio of softness, support, and pressure relief thanks to its foam layers and cooling technologies.
Material
Foam
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Firmness
Medium: 5/10
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Trial Period
365 nights
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight side sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Nectar Premier Copper Mattress
The Nectar Premier Copper mattress delivers a fantastic ratio of softness, support, and pressure relief thanks to its foam layers and cooling technologies.
Material
Foam
Firmness
Medium: 5/10
Trial Period
365 nights
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight side sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Preference-Based Features
Plush Feel
The Nectar Premier Copper feels soft and plush, giving you something between a gentle cradle and a deep hug. I found that the mattress’s top layers hugged me while supporting the hips, shoulders, and knees.
Premium Materials
The Nectar Premier Copper mattress has three foam layers and two covers. Its core foam feels high-quality, and copper infusions give it additional comfort and cooling, while the top cover has woven copper fibers. The bottom cover is equally durable and designed to prevent slipping.
Bed in a Box
The Premier Copper mattress is delivered as a bed-in-a-box, meaning that it’s compressed and rolled into a box for easy shipping and maneuvering. This makes it easy to move from your doorstep to your bedroom once it’s delivered.
Adjustable Base Compatible
The Nectar Premier Copper mattress is compatible with adjustable bases and slatted bed frames.
Construction: What’s Inside the Nectar Premier Copper?
The Nectar Premier Copper mattress stands 14 inches tall, with a Dual-Action Cooling Copper Cover that uses heat-conductive copper fibers. The bed’s cover is cool to the touch and stretchy but feels well-constructed and durable, especially in areas with stitching.
The Nectar Premier Copper bed also has a shift-resistant lower cover made from soft stitchbond polyester. I think this is great to prevent the layers from shifting on top of each other while also stopping the entire mattress from moving on the bed foundation.
- The comfort layer is 4 inches tall and made from gel memory foam. The surface is infused with phase-change material so that it doesn’t trap body heat like memory foam usually does. I think this memory foam layer gives the bed some plushness and plenty of motion isolation and pressure relief, along with enhanced cooling capacity.
- The transition layer is made from soft poly foam to ease you onto the base layer lying underneath. This Dynamic Response Layer is 3 inches tall but should give enough cushioning and pressure relief for side and back sleepers.
- The stability base layer is 7 inches tall and made from conventional foam, giving support and structure to the other layers and improving the bed’s overall life span. I found that many bed-in-a-box mattresses feature this foam, as it’s sturdy and durable.
Unboxing & Off-Gassing
Nectar ships its mattresses compressed and rolled into a box for easy handling. This makes it easier to move around from your doorstep to the bedroom, although you may need an extra pair of hands due to the weight of the package. If not, you can opt for white-glove delivery, which is a professional service that delivers and installs your new mattress for an additional fee.
Once you unpack the mattress, you should allow it to expand to its full size, which may take anywhere from 24 to 72 hours. The company claims you can comfortably sleep on the mattress right away, but I’d say wait for it to expand to get the best performance and feel.
Nectar’s mattresses are vacuum-sealed before shipping, so you may notice a concentrated smell once you unpack the Premier Copper. However, this shouldn’t be the unbearable chemical smell old models used to have.
Certifications
- Eco-Friendly Certifications – The foams in this bed are CertiPUR-US® certified. CertiPUR-US® is a third-party program that ensures the foams meet rigorous health and safety standards. This means they don’t contain harmful substances like ozone depleters, PBDEs, heavy metals, formaldehyde, and phthalates. They should also have low Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) emissions.
Coupons, Trials, Warranties, and Shipping
- Shipping – Shipping is free within the contiguous United States. Additional shipping costs of 250 dollars apply to Hawaii and Alaska.
- White Glove Delivery – Professional installation is available for 199 dollars.
- Trial – You can keep this product for 365 nights. However, you can’t return it before the first 30 nights are up or after the trial period is over.
- Warranty – Nectar offers an industry-leading forever warranty on the Premier Copper mattress.
- Return Policy – Returns within the trial period are free if you live within the contiguous United States. If not, you can still return the mattress, but you have to pay a shipping fee.
Sizes & Prices
| Size | Dimensions (inches) | Price (w/o discount) |
| Twin | 38” x 75” x 14” | $1,499 |
| Twin XL | 38” x 80” x 14” | $1,649 |
| Full | 54” x 75” x 14” | $1,799 |
| Queen | 60” x 80” x 14” | $1,949 |
| King | 76” x 80” x 14” | $2,249 |
| Cal King | 72” x 84” x 14” | $2,249 |
| Split King | 38” x 80” x 14” (per side) | $3,298 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the Nectar Premier and the Nectar Premier Copper?
The Nectar Premier Copper mattress is 14 inches tall, whereas the Nectar Premier mattress is 13 inches tall, but both models have a 7-inch base. The other big difference is that the Nectar Premier Copper has the addition of copper in its cover for extra cooling. Overall, the Premier Copper is an upgrade, which means it’s a bit more expensive than the Premier model.
How heavy is the Nectar Copper mattress?
The Nectar Premier Copper mattress weighs 55 to 118 pounds, depending on the size you choose. Smaller sizes weigh less, and they’re shipped in smaller boxes.
What are the benefits of a copper-infused mattress?
The copper-infused cover helps with cooling at the surface, and I definitely noticed that this bed is cool to the touch. Copper is also antimicrobial, so it helps keep your mattress free of odors and bacteria, promoting a healthier sleep environment.
Do you need a box spring with the Nectar Premier Copper?
The Nectar Premier Copper mattress doesn’t require a box spring. This bed has a sturdy construction and a tall base layer that provides a solid structure, which allows you to place it on any bed foundation.
Nectar Premier Copper vs. Other Brands
Nectar Premier Copper vs. Saatva
Product
Firmness
Trial Period
Product
Nectar Premier Copper MattressFirmness
Medium: 5/10Trial Period
365 nights
Product
Saatva MattressFirmness
Multiple firmness optionsTrial Period
365 nightsWho I Recommend the Nectar Premier Copper For
- Back sleepers
- Average-weight people
- Memory foam fans
Who I Recommend the Saatva Classic For
- Heavy sleepers
- Back and stomach sleepers
- People with back pain
Read our Saatva Classic Mattress Review if you think the Saatva is right for you.
Nectar Premier Copper vs. Helix Midnight
Product
Firmness
Trial Period
Product
Nectar Premier Copper MattressFirmness
Medium: 5/10Trial Period
365 nights
Product
Helix Midnight MattressFirmness
Medium-firm: 6/10Trial Period
100 nightsWho I Recommend Nectar Premier Cooper For
- Luxury Shoppers
- Average-weight people
- Side and back sleepers with back sleepers
Who I Recommend Helix Midnight For
- Budget shoppers
- Couples
- Combination sleepers
Explore our Helix Midnight Mattress Review.
Nectar Premier Copper vs. Other Nectar Models
Nectar Premier Copper vs. Nectar Premier Hybrid
Product
Firmness
Trial Period
Product
Nectar Premier Copper MattressFirmness
Medium: 5/10Trial Period
365 nights
Product
Nectar Premier HybridFirmness
Medium: 5/10Trial Period
365 nightsWho I Recommend the Nectar Premier Copper For
- People who want a responsive, bouncy mattress
- Average-weight sleepers
- Classic foam lovers
Who I Recommend the Nectar Premier Hybrid For
- Heavier people
- Combination sleepers
- Fans of the hybrid design
Check out our Nectar Premier Hybrid Mattress Review.
Nectar Premier Copper vs. the Nectar Memory Foam Mattress
Product
Firmness
Trial Period
Product
Nectar Premier Copper MattressFirmness
Medium: 5/10Trial Period
365 nights
Product
Nectar Premier MattressFirmness
Medium-firm: 6/10Trial Period
365 nightsWho I Recommend the Nectar Premier Copper For
- People who want cooling at the surface
- Back sleepers
- Average-weight people
Who I Recommend the Nectar Memory Foam Mattress For
- Budget shoppers
- Combination sleepers
- Back sleepers
Learn more in our Nectar Memory Foam Mattress Review.
My Verdict
I think the Nectar Premier Copper has some really great qualities to it. First, its cover is cool thanks to the inclusion of copper, though I’ll add that this bed remains more temperature-neutral overall. Therefore, if you run very hot, you’ll want something more advanced for cooling.
This mattress is also a good option for back sleepers as it offers solid weight distribution and pressure relief. However, I would not recommend this mattress to stomach sleepers since the support wasn’t enough to maintain optimal body alignment.
Overall, I gave this bed a 4 out of 5. It’s important to note this slightly lower score is mostly due to its lack of edge support and strong cooling performance. However, these might not be dealbreakers for you.
Nectar Premier Copper Mattress
The Nectar Premier Copper mattress delivers a fantastic ratio of softness, support, and pressure relief thanks to its foam layers and cooling technologies.
Material
Foam
Trial Period
365 nights
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Firmness
Medium: 5/10
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight side sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Nectar Premier Copper Mattress
The Nectar Premier Copper mattress delivers a fantastic ratio of softness, support, and pressure relief thanks to its foam layers and cooling technologies.
Material
Foam
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Firmness
Medium: 5/10
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Trial Period
365 nights
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight side sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Nectar Premier Copper Mattress
The Nectar Premier Copper mattress delivers a fantastic ratio of softness, support, and pressure relief thanks to its foam layers and cooling technologies.
Material
Foam
Firmness
Medium: 5/10
Trial Period
365 nights
Warranty
Lifetime warranty
Shipping Method
Free shipping
Price Range
$$$$$
We recommend this mattress for the following sleeper types:
Hot Sleepers
If you often overheat while you sleep, this mattress should help you stay cool.
Back Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight back sleepers.
Side Sleeping
Ideal for lightweight and average weight side sleepers.Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Loren Bullock
Lead Product Tester
About Author
Loren is the Lead Reviewer at Sleep Advisor. She has prioritized sleeping for as long as she can remember, rarely deviating from seven to nine hours each night.
Combination Sleeper
Education & Credentials
- Certified Sleep Science Coach