- Side sleepers
- Back sleepers
- Stomach sleepers
- Trial Period
365 Days
- Warranty Period
Lifetime
- Return Fee
Free
- Shipping Fee
Free
Nectar Premier Hybrid Mattress Review
The Nectar Premier Hybrid is a foam and coils mattress. It's engineered to meet the needs of a wide range of sleeper types and weights by providing enhanced contouring side by side with improved orthopedic support, which are both necessary for a comfortable and healthy night's sleep. Our review delves deeply into the mattress structure and materials, assessing its performance as well as focusing on additional aspects, such safety, shipping and warranty.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Combines pressure relieving contouring with strong support
- Fits a wide range of sleepers' types and weights
- Enables ease of movement
- The edges are highly stable
- Reduces heat retention
- Comes with an extended 365-night trial & a lifetime warranty
Cons
- May be too stiff for lightweight side sleepers
- Has mediocre capacity for motion isolation
- Manufacturer doesn't offer white glove delivery
The Nectar Premier Hybrid Video Review
Mattress Construction
The Premier Hybrid has a height of 13''. It consists of four layers of foam and a system of pocketed steel coils in between, which functions as the mattress' primary support layer.
Cover: Soft and airy circle-knit polyester fabric with high capacity for wicking heat and moisture. The fabric has antimicrobial properties, which help the mattress remain clean and fresh.
Layer 1: 1'' of highly conforming memory foam mitigating pressure and enhancing comfort.
Layer 2: 2'' of high density ActiveLift poly foam lifting the body and reducing sagging.
Layer 3: 1" of elastic medium density poly foam separating the coils from the foam layers above and adding pressure relieving bounce to the mattress.
Layer 4: 8'' individually encased coils generating bounce and curbing excess sinking by elevating sleepers' body. The coils are reinforced around the perimeter making the mattress' exterior more stable.
Layer 5: 1'' ultra dense poly foam supporting the coils as they compress and adding durability to the mattress as a whole.
Base Cover: Shift-resistant fabric, which keeps the mattress motionless on its foundation.
Feel
The polyester cover fabric is plush and smooth. Its breathability dries perspiration and keeps the surface of the mattress cool even after prolonged sleep.
The contouring memory foam in the first layer provides cradling comfort. The pliable and responsive medium density poly foam in the third layer augment sleepers' comfort by adding a pleasant bouncy feel. The high density poly foam in the second layer together with the coils generates strong lift increasing sleepers' stability lying on the mattress.
All in all, combining the softer foam layers with the hardened poly foam in the second and fifth layers and the coil system in the fourth layer, the Premier Hybrid gives a medium-firm feel.
Pressure Relief
The Premier Hybrid isn't the best fit for lightweight side sleepers. These sleepers require a softer mattress which will better mold to their body alleviating pressure in sensitive areas — the hips and shoulders in particular.
Side sleepers heavier than 150 pounds require less contouring and will, therefore, feel comfortable lying on the Premier Hybrid. The cushy memory foam in the first layer and the bouncy poly foam in the third layer will do a fine job relieving pressure points at their shoulders, hips and legs. The high density poly foam in the second layer and the coils will keep their spine straight enabling them to maintain a healthy sleeping position throughout the night.
The Premier Hybrid will appeal to back sleepers of all weights. The slow responding memory foam in the first layer will wrap their lumbar back giving them a cozy feel. The elastic medium density poly foam in the third layer will target their lumbar and thoracic back providing pressure relieving bounce. The hardened poly foam in the second layer and the coils in the fourth layer will avert excess sinking especially when it comes to the heavier sleepers. The strong support provided by these two layers is essential for making sure their spine will remain properly aligned.
Stomach sleepers will also like the Premier Hybrid. The soft memory foam in the first layer will cushion their abdomen releasing pressure in the lower back region. The supple poly foam in the third layer will elevate the area under their rib cage preventing their spine from being thrown out of its natural alignment. The high density poly foam and the coil system will curb excess sagging.
Some plus size stomach sleepers, especially the ones that weigh more than 250 pounds, may find the Premier Hybrid not firm enough. They may need a more robust mattress designed for heavyweight people.
Motion Isolation
Compared to other foam and coil mattresses, the Premier Hybrid's ability to isolate motion isn't the best, but it's not the worst either. The contouring memory foam it contains in its first layer can absorb some of the energy generated by sleepers' movements. The coils are individually wrapped, so their capacity for motion transfer is lower compared to traditional spring systems.
On the other hand, one should bear in mind that the mattress' memory foam layer is only 1'' thick, which is far from being enough to prevent complete motion transfer especially when the other layers consist of high-density hardened poly foam and medium density responsive and bouncy poly foam.
To make a long story short, if you're a restless sleeper or if your partner tends to toss and turn a lot throughout the night, you may need to opt for a more contouring mattress, which can better isolate motion.
Repositioning
With only 1'' of malleable memory foam, the Premier Hybrid doesn't trap sleepers in it, and, accordingly, it doesn't hinder their ability to move on its surface. More than that, the hardened poly foam in the second layer, the bouncy poly foam in the third layer and, especially, the coils in the fourth layer make it much easier for sleepers to reposition themselves while lying on the mattress.
The easy movement the the Premier Hybrid allows make it ideal for couples engaging in intimate activity as they won't have to exert too much effort into changing their positions.
Edge Support
The Premier Hybrid provides excellent edge support. Its thin memory foam layer doesn't cause much sagging upon sleeping away from the center. The high density poly foam in the second layer significantly strengthens the perimeter. Most importantly, the exterior of the coil system is reinforced, which enables the mattress to deliver robust edge-to-edge support effective even when it comes to heavier sleepers.
Heat Retention
4'' of high density and medium density poly foam and only 1'' of soft memory foam make the Premier Hybrid less sinkable compared to other more contouring foam and coil mattresses, and, so, it doesn't trap much heat. In addition, it's 8'' coils facilitate free flow of cool air into the mattress and allow warm air to flow outwards. This helps lower heat retention. Finally, as mentioned above, the mattress' breathable polyester cover fabric provides excellent sweat-wicking keeping sleepers body dry and cool. Practically speaking, the Premier Hybrid is a great choice for people who tend to sleep hot or live in hot and humid areas.
Frame & Foundation
The Premier Hybrid is designed to fit most of the foundations, frames and adjustable bases you'll find on the market as long as they're solid enough to carry its weight. Any foundation you'll use ought to have a strong central support. If you intend to use a slat bed, make sure the gap between the slats doesn't exceed 5'', which is generally true for most mattresses.
Nectar manufactures and sells nine different sleep platforms. The most noticeable one is the Nectar Adjustable Bed Frame. It features independent head and foot adjustability, 2 programmable memory buttons, one-touch button for zero gravity, anti-snore and watching TV, whisper-quiet two-zones massage with 3 modes and 3 intensities and 4 USB ports on both sides. The bed frame can be fitted with 6'', 9'' and 12'' adjustable legs.
The Nectar Adjustable Bed Frame can be easily assembled with no need for tools. It's shipped for free and comes with a 50-night trial and a 3-year warranty. Prices range from $1,399 for a Twin XL mattress to $2,798 for a Split King mattress.
If you're looking for a much simpler and wallet friendly platform, you should opt for the Flodable Metal Bed Frame. It's an easy to assemble and highly supportive steel construct. It doesn't require a box spring. One of its greatest pluses is that it can be folded and stored when not in use. The frame is shipped at no additional cost. It's sold with a 50-night trial and is backed by 3-year warranty. Its minimum and maximum prices are $299 and $499 for a Twin and California King mattresses respectively.
Additional Details
Nectar is a leading San Francisco-based B2C mattress company, which has been operating on the American markets since 2017. It manufactures and sells foam and foam and coils hybrid mattresses as well as a variety of bed frames, furniture and bedroom accessories. All these products are made in the United States.
Like all of the company's mattresses, the Premier Hybrid is CertiPUR-US certified, which means the foam it's made of doesn't contain ozone depleters, PBDEs, TDCPP or TCEP (“Tris”) flame retardants, formaldehyde, phthalates, heavy metals and any other ingredients which may risk human health or seriously harm the environment.
Shipping & Delivery
The Premier Hybrid will be delivered to you rolled and vacuum packed in a box via FedEX or UPS in 14-21 business days. You'll have to set it up by yourself. Nectar offers a Premium In-Home delivery, which is another name for white glove delivery. However, this service is currently not provided for the Premier Hybrid and Nectar's other hybrid mattresses.
The Premier Hybrid is shipped anywhere within the contiguous USA free of charge. Shipping to Hawaii and Alaska is available but requires an additional non-refundable fee of $150.
Returns & Warranty
The Premier Hybrid comes with an extended 365-night trial and a break in period of 30 nights. That is to say, if you're not satisfied with the mattress, you can return it and expect to get a full refund no sooner than 30 nights after it'd been delivered to you and no layer than 365 nights. A delivery charge is added to mattresses returned from Hawaii and Alaska. Once you decide to return the mattress, there is no need to repack it.
The Premier Hybrid is backed by a limited lifetime warranty. During the first 10 years, Nectar will replace your mattress in the event of a defect described below at no additional charge. From the 10th year onwards, the company will either repair or replace a defective mattress. The customer will have to pay a transportation fee of $50 each way.
The warranty extends to the original buyer only and it becomes valid only if the mattress is purchased directly from Nectar or from one of its authorized retailers. It covers indentation on the surface of the mattress deeper than 1.5'' provided they were not caused by improper use, deterioration of the foam resulting in split or cracks despite normal use and proper handling of the mattress and manufacturing defects in the assembly of the mattress cover.
The warranty doesn't cover damage which is the result of environmental causes, a normal increase in softness of the foam pressure-relieving material including changing comfort preferences, accidental damage (e.g. cut, tears, burning marks, stains and liquid spills) and damage caused by abusing or maltreating the mattress. For the warranty to apply, the customer is obligated to place the mattress on a firm foundation capable of supporting its weight. The mattress cover mustn't be removed.
Our Mattress Reviewer's Comment
This Nectar Premier Hybrid mattress was gifted to a real family, in return for photos, videos, and a personal account. You have seen the media, and now here is how they experienced the mattress, in their own words:
The mattress was delivered in a carton box, and although it's a twin mattress it was too heavy for one person to lift it. The package included a knife to cut through the air-sealed bag and a brochure with the product info. It took a couple of hours for it to inflate fully.
Note: after the mattress inflates, it needs to be turned over right side up, since it's not double-sided. The mattress is one-sided and pretty firm and not bouncy at all. It is very comfortable and our 8yo enjoys it very much. It is also very comfortable for an adult.
After one month of use, there was no change in the firmness of the mattress or in its comfort.
~ Jenny from California
The Bottom Line
Thanks to its medium-firmness level and its heightened ability to remove pressure and deliver strong support, the Nectar Premier Hybrid fits almost all types of sleeping styles and weights. Furthermore, advanced architecture and materials based on conforming memory foam side by side with hardened poly foam, responsive medium density poly foam and coils make the mattress both contouring and bouncy, and, thereby, appealing to sleepers looking for the cradling sensation of foam as well as to those who like more buoyant and springy mattresses.
Lastly, and equally important, an extended trial period of 365 nights gives sleepers all the time they need to check the mattress and find out if it meets their comfort preferences and return it in case it doesn't.
Where is the the Nectar Premier Hybrid manufactured?
Like all of Nectar's mattresses and other bedroom products, the Premier Hybrid is 100% American made.
How do I set up the Nectar Premier Hybrid?
The Premier Hybrid will reach your doorstep rolled, vacuum sealed in plastic and compress in a box. Carry the box to your bedroom, unpack the mattress, remove the plastic seal, place the mattress on its foundation and unroll it. It'll start to inflate. It'll take the mattress a couple of hours to assume its full size.
Does the Nectar Premier Hybrid have to be off-gassed?
The foam the Premier Hybrid is crafted from will release volatile organic compounds into the air once you set up the mattress. Despite having a distinct odor, these compounds are non-toxic. They'll fully disperse in 24-48 hours. Leaving your room window open will expedite off-gassing.
Does the Nectar Premier Hybrid require a special foundation?
The Nectar Premier works well with most foundations, frames and bases available on the market on condition that they're firm enough to support its weight. If you're going to use a slat bed, it's strongly advisable to make sure the slats are no more than 5'' apart.
Can the Nectar Premier Hybrid be flipped?
No, the bottom layer of the mattress contains highly dense poly foam not suitable for sleeping. In addition, you mustn't fold the mattress after you unpack it from its box and set it up.
How do I clean the Nectar Premier Hybrid?
Under no circumstances should the mattress' cover be removed. If the cover needs to be cleaned, you can use water and mild fabric-safe detergents.
Are there any financing options for purchasing the Nectar Premier Hybrid?
Nectar works with Affirm. This financing company lets you buy the Premier Hybrid (and any other Nectar's mattress) using fixed monthly payments with 0% APR. For additional details, go to Nectar's website.