Written by Olivera Jancikin, Content Writer
Since 2016, Nectar has built an impressive business and loyal following by selling an updated memory foam mattress designed to prevent the old-fashioned drawbacks of this classic material while offering terrific value. Venturing across the pond, the company is now looking to capture the imagination of the UK.
While the signature feel and generous customer service package remain the same, a few differences set this model apart to meet the unique demands of a UK audience. Emma from our review team tested this mattress to bring us more about its construction, feel, and performance. We’ll discuss everything she found in this article to help you decide if it’s the right mattress for you.
Nectar Mattress
Product Details
Our Recommendation
Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Nectar UK Mattress Performance Ratings
How the Nectar UK Mattress Compares
Here at Sleep Advisor, we’ve tested over 150 different mattresses. The Nectar UK mattress outperforms other mattresses we’ve tested in the areas of overall pressure relief, motion isolation, cooling, edge support, and compatibility for couples.
| Test | Nectar UK mattress | Average |
| Overall | 4 | 4.1 |
| Mattress Height | 25 cm | 27.9 cm |
| Sleep Trial | 365 Nights | 141 Nights |
| Price (Double) | £600 (before discounts) | $1,695 |
| Pressure Relief | 5 | 4.3 |
| Support | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| Motion Isolation | 5 | 3.9 |
| Cooling | 4 | 3.9 |
| Bounce | 1 | 4 |
| Edge Support | 4 | 3.9 |
| Couples | 5 | 3.9 |
Watch Our Nectar UK Review Video
Who We Recommend The Nectar UK For:
- Memory foam fans – We think the Nectar UK could be great for memory foam fans. Emma noted, “If you’re in the market for a memory foam bed that really wipes away pressure points, then this is the bed you’ll want to check out.”
- Folks who sleep hot – Those who worry about sleeping too hot while cradled inside their mattress should feel secure knowing the Nectar has multiple features for keeping you cool.
- Value seekers – Memory beds in shops and boutiques can “cost a fortune,” as Emma put it. Nectar’s extra-long sleep trial and Forever warranty add to the bed’s overall value and offer consumers a risk-free investment.
Who We Don’t Recommend The Nectar UK For:
- People who want a bouncy bed – All-foam mattresses are typically excellent for pressure relief and motion isolation, but it’s not so easy to find a bouncy memory foam bed. This Nectar lacks the bounce, and as Emma points out, “We can see this is a slower-responding bed because the memory foam is taking a couple of seconds to regain its shape.” This means it’s not the best mattress for sex, for example.
- Innerspring fans – If you’re after a bed with coils, this Nectar isn’t for you. The mattress is made entirely out of foam, and although it has excellent pressure-relieving capabilities, it lacks the responsiveness of an innerspring or a hybrid mattress.
Customer Reviews of the Nectar UK Mattress
On Nectar UK’s official website, this all-foam mattress has a score of 4.2 out of 5. Most customers are happy with its pressure-relieving capabilities but not so happy with its lack of responsiveness. Many have also liked the customer service and how easy it is to set up the mattress.
Testing the Nectar UK Mattress
Sleep Advisor’s Testing Methodology
Emma from our team tested the Nectar UK in person. Along with assessing how the mattress performs for support and pressure relief in different sleep positions, Emma also looked at other important categories, including edge support, bounce, motion isolation, and cooling.
For more on our testing methodology, visit our product review process page.
Firmness & Feel
Firmness Scale: 6.5-7/10
We rate mattresses on a firmness scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being the firmest. We rated this bed at a 6.5 to 7 out of 10, which means it’s a versatile option that “should accommodate a variety of sleepers and different sleeping positions,” as Emma mentioned.
The Nectar UK’s mid-range firmness paired with pressure-relieving memory foam should feel nice and contour well in various sleeping positions. Even stomach sleepers, who typically need firmer beds, should find sufficient support in the Nectar UK, though this will also depend on their body weight.
How Does it Feel?
Settling in, you should feel the bed slowly respond as it wraps you in a deeper hug. The breathable foams and soft cover with adaptive cooling technology should keep you cool, and the foams should not be overly difficult to navigate should you want to reposition. We found the bounce in this bed is minimal, which you can see in the video when Emma pushes into the layers all the way to the base of the bed.
Sleeping Positions for Different Body Types
As most Nectar mattresses can handle up to 650 pounds, we’d say that’s likely the case for the Nectar UK. Below, we’ll cover how we think this bed fares for different body types and sleep styles.
Side Sleepers
- Lightweight Sleepers – We think the Nectar UK could be a good match for lightweight side sleepers as it has excellent pressure-relieving capabilities. The mattress offers a gentle cradle that should help relieve and prevent pressure in the hips, shoulders, and knees. However, significantly lightweight people may find it a tad too firm.
- Average-Weight Sleepers – Emma is an average-weight person, and she said the Nectar UK felt nice on her hips, shoulders, and knees, even with most of her weight concentrated across a narrow surface when in this position.
- Heavyweight Sleepers – Heavy side sleepers are likely to sink deeper, but we don’t expect this to throw the spine out of alignment. Instead, we think most people should find sufficient relief without losing any of the support and spine alignment.
Back Sleepers
- Lightweight Sleepers – Back sleepers should like the mid-range firmness paired with the gentle cradle of the memory foam. The foams contour the lower back to prevent pressure buildup, while the sturdy base ensures proper spine alignment.
- Average-Weight Sleepers – Emma said she could “really feel the memory materials conforming to the gap between my shoulders and hips”. She goes on to say this “feels nice,” so we think most average-weight sleepers should like sleeping in this position.
- Heavyweight Sleepers – Heavy back sleepers may sink deeper, but the firmer nature of the Nectar UK should still do a good job of keeping everything aligned. However, we think those well over 230 pounds may still want something even firmer.
Stomach Sleepers
- Lightweight Sleepers – Stomach sleepers usually need maximum support to prevent the hips from sinking. However, lightweight sleepers don’t usually have this concern, and sleeping on the Nectar UK should provide sufficient support given the bed’s medium firmness and slowly-responding foams.
- Average-Weight Sleepers – When Emma rolled on her stomach, she first pointed out that “the support system is doing its job.” She said she felt “supported and aligned.” Therefore, we think this could be a good choice for stomach sleepers in this weight group.
- Heavyweight Sleepers – Some heavy stomach sleepers should find enough support sleeping on the Nectar UK, but this depends on their exact weight and body frame. Those significantly over 230 pounds may want something firmer and with coils for extra support in the hip area.
Nectar Mattress
Product Details
Our Recommendation
Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Pressure Relief
5/5
As Emma noted, “The foams in this bed were designed to contour to pressure.”
The Nectar’s memory foam is the third layer down and is designed to target common pressure points such as the shoulders, hips, and legs. The quilted cover and dynamic support foam above are two additional comfort layers that should further aid in this, so you shouldn’t have to worry about waking up with aches and pains.
Is The Nectar UK Mattress Good for Pain Relief?
Heavy side sleepers are likely to sink deeper, but we don’t expect this to throw the spine out of alignment. Instead, we think most people should find sufficient relief without losing any of the support and spine alignment.
Back Pain
We think sleepers with back pain should experience relief because Nectar UK doesn’t allow too much sinkage. The bed is designed to keep your body aligned so your back and hips are unlikely to sink too much. As a result, we think most people should have their spine nicely supported and aligned, which can help relieve pain in this area.
Hip Pain
We think people with hip pain should like the gentle cradle this mattress provides. The Nectar UK may not offer too much sinkage right when you lie on it, but we think you should feel the slow and gentle cradle soon enough.
Shoulder Pain
Although the foams in this bed do a nice job of relieving pressure and pain, the firmness may not fit everyone, especially significantly lightweight people who can’t activate the upper layers as easily.
Support
4.5/5
The primary support mechanism of the Nectar is the 7-zone support base “designed to target different parts of your body,” as Emma pointed out. While the comfort layers give you that gentle cradle feel, we found that the base helps prevent you from sinking too much and throwing off your alignment. Additionally, the dynamic support foam is designed to complement this and provide even more support.
We think this bed should be plenty supportive for many people, though heavier stomach sleepers may want something more substantial, such as a firmer bed or hybrid model.
Motion Transfer
5/5
Motion isolation is a big concern for many people, especially couples and co-sleepers. The last thing you want is for your partner, child, or pet to wake you up when they move around the bed. This is where Nectar UK really shines, as it’s made entirely out of foam.
Memory foam rates well for motion isolation due to its ability to absorb pressure and slowly envelop concentrations of weight. Any shifts in position or the comings and goings of partners, pets, or children should not disturb you since “there’s not a whole lot of movement,” as Emma demonstrated in the video.
Temperature Regulation / Cooling
4/5
We think hot sleepers will appreciate Nectar’s thoughtfulness in incorporating cooling features into this memory foam bed. While the cooling cover draws heat away from your body, the dynamic support layer underneath further promotes temperature regulation and airflow.
If you watch the video, you’ll see Emma demonstrating how Nectar’s cooling features work, starting with the cover, cooling technology, and gel infusions that help “further regulate temperature.”.
Find our picks for the best mattresses for hot sleepers here.
Bounce
1/5
Unfortunately, Emma found “almost zero bounce coming from this bed.” Some people love a bouncy bed, and it can help make it easier to reposition if you and your partner are sexually active or you have limited ability. If this feature is high on your list of priorities in a mattress, though, we’d recommend the flagship Nectar mattress for example.
Edge Support
4/5
This bed performs as expected based on the industry’s standards, and you should sleep securely on the side of the bed and experience some minor compression when seated with all of your weight on the edge.
You’ve maybe never considered edge support in your life, but if you share your bed or you need to increase the bed’s overall sleeping space, this category may be necessary to consider because it can “make or break your mattress purchase,” as Emma pointed out.
Performance for Couples
5/5
Similar to the needs of combination sleepers, couples need a bed that’s able to cater to different sleep styles. Motion isolation and edge support are also important mattress features for couples who don’t want to wake their partner and have ample surface space, and we found that this bed should do well at both.
Nectar Mattress
Product Details
Our Recommendation
Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Preference-Based Features
Old Mattress Removal Option
Nectar offers an old mattress removal option. This means the company will come in and take your old mattress but only on a day separate from delivery. Also, this service costs an additional 45 pounds.
High Value
This Nectar bed packs a lot of value, offering pressure relief, spine alignment, cooling, edge support, and motion isolation. On top of that, the company offers a 365-night trial and a Forever warranty.
Adjustable Base Compatible
The Nectar UK is also compatible with adjustable bases.
Construction: What’s Inside the Nectar UK?
Starting at the top of the Nectar UK Memory Foam model is the Quilted Cooling Cover, a custom-designed material aimed at drawing heat away from the body while circulating fresh, cool air with each and every movement you make. The cooling cover is made of polyester on top and a polypropylene base on the bottom and edges to help keep the mattress secure on your bed frame. The polyester surface is white, while the polypropylene base is a light gray color.
The Nectar UK model is a total of 25 centimeters thick.
- Below the cover is the Dynamic Support Layer, a breathable open-cell foam designed to amplify airflow throughout the bed, keeping you cool as a cucumber for a better night’s rest and minimized chance of waking up hot. This foam is also designed to deliver support and some bounce.
- Further down is the memory foam layer. We think this is where the magic happens for folks seeking pressure relief and comfort. The soft memory material is engineered to conform to your unique shape so that discomfort in your joints can be a thing of the past.
- The bottom layer is the 7-Zone Support Base. The foam here is divided into seven zones to target different parts of your body and ensure your spine remains level and your body is comfortably enveloped.
Unboxing & Off-Gassing
The Nectar UK is a bed-in-a-box mattress, which means it comes compressed and rolled into a box. We found that this makes it easier to move from your doorstep to the bedroom.
Once you remove the mattress from the box and remove the packaging, we suggest you place it onto your foundation of choice. This way, when it starts decompressing, it does so on the foundation. The entire unboxing process should be easy if you have a friend or family member helping you. The company doesn’t offer any in-home delivery options, but you can choose the day you want your mattress delivered.
Off-gassing is that new mattress smell you might have noticed on previous beds you’ve purchased. It’s common among memory foam mattresses, but we recommend giving this bed a day or two to air out if you’re sensitive to smells.
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.
Nectar UK Coupons, Trials, Warranties, and Shipping
- Shipping – Shipping is free within the mainland UK. Shipping to remote parts of the U.K. and Scotland, off-shore islands, and Northern Ireland is not offered.
- White Glove Delivery – Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Nectar has suspended their 2-person delivery service. They do offer to remove your old mattress.
- Trial – Keep the brand in your house for a full year to see how you feel about it, and if you don’t think it is the right fit, return it for a refund.
- Warranty – This mattress comes with a Forever Warranty.
- Return Policy – You can return your Nectar UK at any point during the trial.
Nectar UK Mattress Sizes & Prices
| Size | Dimensions (inches) | Price (w/o discount) |
| Single | 90cm x 190cm x 25cm | £475 |
| Double | 135cm x 190cm x 25cm | £600 |
| King | 150cm x 200cm x 25cm | £650 |
| Super King | 180cm x 200cm x 25cm | £725 |
| Small Double | 120cm x 190cm x 25cm | £600 |
Nectar UK FAQs
Is Nectar available in the UK?
Yes, Nectar is available in the UK. The brand’s Nectar UK mattress is available to people living on the mainland in the United Kingdom.
What’s the difference between the UK Nectar mattress and the one in the United States?
We think both of these Nectar beds are very similar, but the biggest difference we’ve noticed is in the construction. In the American model, the memory foam sits at the top, whereas it’s in the middle in the UK model.
Where is the Nectar UK mattress made?
According to Nectar, this bed is made in Derbyshire, England.
Nectar UK vs. Other Brands
Nectar UK vs. DreamFoam Essential
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| Nectar Mattress | Dreamfoam Essential Memory Foam Mattress | Loom & Leaf Mattress | |
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| Firmness | Firm: 7.5/10 | Firm: 7.5/10 | Multiple firmness options |
| Material | Foam | Foam | Foam |
| Cooling | — | — | — |
| Warranty | Lifetime warranty | 10-year warranty | Lifetime warranty |
| Shipping | Free shipping | Free shipping | Free shipping |
| Trial Period | 365 nights | 120 nights | 365 nights |
| Best For | Back Sleepers, Back Pain, Stomach Sleepers, Side Sleepers, Couples | Side Sleepers, Back Sleepers | Back Pain, Side Sleepers |
Who We Recommend the DreamFoam Essential For
- People after a firmer bed
- Those who want multiple height options
- Average-weight stomach sleepers
Read our DreamFoam Essential mattress review if you think the Nectar is right for you
Who We Recommend the Saatva Loom & Leaf For
- Those after white-glove delivery
- People with pressure buildup
- Luxury shoppers
Check our Saatva Loom & Leaf mattress review to learn more.
Nectar UK vs. Other Nectar UK Models
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| Nectar Mattress | Nectar Premier Mattress | Nectar Premier Hybrid | |
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| Firmness | Firm: 7.5/10 | Medium-firm: 6.5/10 | Medium: 5/10 |
| Material | Foam | Foam | Hybrid |
| Cooling | — | — | — |
| Warranty | Lifetime warranty | Lifetime warranty | Lifetime warranty |
| Shipping | Free shipping | Free shipping | Free shipping |
| Trial Period | 365 nights | 365 nights | 365 nights |
| Best For | Back Sleepers, Back Pain, Stomach Sleepers, Side Sleepers, Couples | Side Sleepers, Back Sleepers, Hip Pain, Back Pain, Stomach Sleepers | Back Sleepers, Side Sleepers, Couples, Back Pain |
Who We Recommend the Nectar UK Premier For
- Hot sleepers
- People who want a slightly taller bed
- Luxury shoppers
Who We Recommend the Nectar UK Hybrid For
- Hot sleepers
- People who want an innerspring unit
- Luxury shoppers
Our Verdict
Based on Emma’s experience testing this bed, we think there’s a lot to love about it. With a medium-firm feel that complements a variety of sleep positions and body frames and multiple preference-based features such as cooling, edge support, and motion isolation, Nectar is bringing their high-quality style – and a valuable deal – to the U.K.
Although it lacks bounce, we think the Nectar UK is a great find for many people. Unfortunately, shipping is limited for those outside the mainland UK. Overall, this bed earned a 4 out of 5.
Nectar Mattress
Product Details
Our Recommendation
Financing Options
Financing options are available for this mattress.
Olivera Jancikin
Content Writer
About Author
Olivera is a content writer for Sleep Advisor and is enthusiastic about sleep. She firmly believes in the benefits of daytime naps on top of getting a full 8-hour sleep at night.
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