Nectar Ultra Memory Foam Mattress: Should You Buy It?

Nectar calls this mattress medium-soft and says it suits sleepers who want sink-in comfort with some support. Choose it for that feel, not a sleep position.

Sleepopolis rates it 6 out of 10 on its firmness scale. GoodBed calls it Very Firm (2) on the GoodBed rating scale, where 1 is firmest and 9 is softest. The readings differ: GoodBed's result aligns with a preference for a firm feel. Use both scores to judge feel, not to predict a sleep-position match.

NapLab says the Nectar Ultra Memory Foam fits side, back, and stomach sleepers under 150 lbs. Its tester felt well-supported in all sleeping positions during testing. If you are in this weight band, use the rating as a starting point when comparing beds. A tester's result cannot promise the same feel for you.

NapLab rates sitting and lying edge support as good. Its sitting test found 4.50-inch sitting sinkage, so expect some give when you sit at the edge. That figure is for sitting, not lying. Keep it in mind if you use the edge as a seat.

This mattress may feel supportive, but that does not mean it will relieve back pain. Nectar says its foam has three zones for extra support beneath the shoulders, back, and hips.

Sleepopolis reports that a colleague with chronic back pain said the cushioning filled her lower back and she noticed no pressure buildup. That is one person's comfort report, so treat it as a clue about feel, not a reason to expect your pain to improve.

The readings do not establish whether the Nectar Ultra sleeps warm or neutral. Nectar lists a soft fabric cover with cooling fibers, 4 inches of memory foam, a phase change material sheet, and breathable airflow. Nectar says the sheet pulls heat away. Sleepopolis reported that it warmed by 6 degrees after lying on it. NapLab measured a max surface temperature of 85.8° F. Treat those as measurements, not proof the mattress stays cool all night.

NapLab’s results suggest a light sleeper may feel less movement from a restless partner, but they cannot guarantee you will sleep through it. NapLab measured motion transfer at 7.06 m/s² for 0.56 seconds. NapLab measured bounce at 5.63″, which is 3.85″ below the 9.48″ average. That means the mattress bounced less than the test average. Treat these readings as a favorable sign, not a promise.

At a Queen list price of $1,999, choose the Nectar Ultra only if that size fits your room and budget.

Use the dimensions below to check the bed against your room before buying. Twin is the lowest-priced option; Split King is the highest-priced and uses two Twin XL mattresses. All table amounts are list prices. Prices change, so check the live price before buying.

List prices checked Oct 25, 2026 · recheck before buying

Nectar Ultra Memory Foam list prices by size

Height: 15

The Nectar Ultra Memory Foam has five layers, arranged from top cover to bottom cover.

• Cooling Top Cover: Soft fabric with fibers Nectar describes as cooling and a treatment to fight microbes.
• Pressure Relieving Memory Foam: 4 inches of memory foam, topped by a sheet of material that changes state with temperature.
• Responsive Support Foam: 3 inches of support foam divided into three zones.
• Motion Isolation Foam: 8 inches of foam form the base.
• Durable Bottom Cover: Tough fabric made to stay in place.

Compare the layer order and foam depths with another mattress before you choose.

Nectar says the cover is soft fabric with cooling fibers and an antimicrobial treatment. CertiPUR-US certifies flexible polyurethane foam, not the cover or whole mattress. Nectar says its foam meets the program's standards for content, emissions and durability, and says the mattress is fiberglass-free. That makes the certification relevant when checking the foam, not every part of the bed.

Nectar says the Nectar Ultra Memory Foam has no fiberglass. It also says its foam is CertiPUR-US certified for content, emissions and durability. That certification covers the foam, not the whole mattress.

Dweva's 4.0/5 score does not say how long the mattress will last. Dweva says the cover, seams, and foam stayed even during its test, but long-term wear remains unmeasured. For you, that means the score tells how those parts held up during the test. It is a test result, not a guide for when to replace the mattress at home.

Nectar says the Nectar Ultra ships free in the contiguous US, boxed to your door by FedEx or UPS Ground. The wait is 1 to 2 days to ship, then about 2 to 5 business days. Setup is not included; White Glove setup is $199 for up to two items. Old mattress removal is included with White Glove, with state recycling fees in CA, RI and CT.

Nectar says the Ultra has a 365-night trial and a $0 return-processing fee. If you send it back, the refund excludes shipping, White Glove, state recycling fees, and any offer-code discount. So the $0 covers processing, not those excluded amounts, which reduce what you get back.

Nectar's terms cover sag of more than 1.5 in for original purchasers, with no end year; selling ends coverage. Normal softening is not a defect; improper-base sag is excluded. Firm, solid support is required; an inappropriate foundation or box spring, or cover removal, voids coverage. Claim through Nectar's return request process. No-charge replacement keeps original warranty dates without proration. From year 10 on, Nectar may repair and re-cover or replace it at its option, with $50 each-way transport unless it confirms a defect. Year 10 is in both periods; confirm with Nectar which applies to a year-10 claim.

Owners on Nectar's site praise the Nectar Ultra's soft memory foam, sturdy construction, and gentle response to pressure. Nectar lists 361 reviews, so this feedback comes from the brand's own customers, not an independent test. One owner says the foam adapts to their body, a personal comfort report rather than a promise for yours. Mattress Skeptic says Reddit owner reports for the Ultra are scarce, leaving little model-specific owner history to weigh. Use the praise as a clue about the feel, not proof it will suit you.

Nectar Ultra compares first with Nectar's own foam and coil siblings, then with two alternatives from other brands.

Nectar positions Classic as its value-focused foam pick for cooling and comfort. Choose Premier for more cooling fibers and pressure-relieving foam than Classic, as Nectar describes it. Nectar positions Luxe as a more enveloping choice, with triple Classic's pressure-relieving foam.

For a coil option, Nectar says Classic Hybrid pairs memory foam with coils for support, motion control, and airflow. Premier Hybrid has more cooling fibers and pressure-relieving foam than Classic Hybrid, Nectar says. Luxe Hybrid has more than double Classic Hybrid's cooling fibers and triple its pressure-relieving foam, Nectar says.

Sleep Foundation describes Saatva Loom & Leaf as all-foam. Choose it for a Saatva all-foam alternative; its Queen price is $3,179.

Choose CopperFlex when budget is the priority: Sleep Foundation ranks it first among its cheap mattress picks. Sleep Foundation gives it 8.8/10 overall and 9.0/10 for pressure relief. Its Queen price is $865.

The Nectar Ultra Memory Foam launched in 2024.

We read the maker's own pages, outside testers and owner reviews, and we date every fact. We do not test beds ourselves. Every source we used is listed below with the day we checked it.