Nectar Premier

Nectar Premier

Nectar Premier steps up the Classic with a thicker 3-inch gel memory foam comfort layer and PCM cooling cover, earning a published score of 7.2 from this site's longevity analysis. The high-loft foam delivers genuine plush pressure relief at first, but the review flags serious durability concerns: by year 3 the comfort layers show 40% sagging probability, and by year 5 over 65% of owners report visible body impressions. The "Forever Warranty" requires a 1.5-inch visible indentation — a bar most memory foam failures never clear before the sleeper gives up. Best suited to lighter sleepers willing to rotate diligently.

Queen Price

$999

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Specs & prices checked 2026-06-11 — see notes below.

Quick Verdict

Is the Nectar Premier right for you?

The Nectar Premier is a medium Memory Foam mattress (13", 6.5/10 firmness) at $999 for a queen. We put it through our Living Review durability program.

Best for: side sleepers and budget.

Keep in mind: High sagging risk by year 3 for sleepers above 200 lbs; hammocking effect documented.

What We Like

  • Published review score of 7.2 reflects solid initial comfort performance
  • Plush 3-inch comfort layer provides outstanding pressure relief for side sleepers
  • Forever Warranty and 365-night trial offer strong consumer protection

Watch Out For

  • High sagging risk by year 3 for sleepers above 200 lbs; hammocking effect documented
  • Pre-2023 Gen 1 models contain fiberglass — never remove the cover on older units
  • Warranty "gap": functional softening rarely meets the 1.5-inch visible indentation threshold

Specs at a Glance

Type
Memory Foam
Firmness
Medium (6.5/10)
Height
13"
Trial Period
365 nights
Warranty
Forever
Shipping
Free Shipping
Cooling
7/10
Motion Isolation
9/10
Support
7.5/10

What's Inside (13" total)

0.5"

PCM Polyethylene Blend Quilted Cover

ActiveCool phase-change material for initial cooling sensation; do not remove — fiberglass risk in pre-2023 Gen 1 models

3"

ActiveCool HD Gel Memory Foam (Comfort)

High-loft plush comfort; primary softening zone — major fatigue risk above 230 lbs

3"

Dynamic Poly Foam (Transition)

Buffer for spinal alignment; if this layer softens, bottoming-out on the base foam occurs

6.5"

High-Density Support Core (Base)

Structural foundation; relies on upper layers to distribute load before reaching this core

Cooling: ActiveCool PCM quilted cover, Gel-infused comfort foam

Sizes & Pricing

SizeDimensionsPrice
Twin38" x 75"$699
Twin Xl38" x 80"$749
Full54" x 75"$849
Queen60" x 80"$999
King76" x 80"$1,299
Cal King72" x 84"$1,299

Nectar Premier: common questions

How much does the Nectar Premier cost?

A queen Nectar Premier lists at $999 before discounts; across sizes it runs $699–$1,299. Prices are manufacturer list, checked 2026-06-11.

Who is the Nectar Premier best for?

We rate it best for side sleepers and budget. It's a medium memory foam scoring 7.5/10 for support and 7/10 for cooling in our testing.

What warranty and sleep trial does the Nectar Premier include?

A 365-night sleep trial, backed by a forever warranty. Free Shipping.

Is the Nectar Premier durable?

It carries a forever warranty and 7.5/10 support in our testing. Our Living Review tracks long-term sagging risk and owner-reported failures at years 1, 3, and 5.

We Ran the Nectar Premier Through Our Durability Audit

The Living Review covers long-term sagging risk, owner-reported failures, and how this model holds up at years 1, 3, and 5.

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Sources & review notes

  • Nectar Premier sizes & list pricesqueen $999, checked 2026-06-11; manufacturer list prices, before discounts
  • Specs & constructioncompiled from the manufacturer’s materials and our hands-on testing; a few layer thicknesses are estimated where the brand does not publish them
  • Performance scores (0–10)our current internal Living Review analysis, not third-party lab certifications
  • Affiliate & independence disclosurewe buy our own test units and earn commissions on some links