Nectar became popular for their memory foam mattresses but recently, they have developed a hybrid range that looks promising. In this Nectar Essential Hybrid mattress review, I talk about their more affordable option and whether it’s one that you should consider.
As you know, I have already reviewed the Nectar Hybrid mattress so I was very curious to see what they have done with this more affordable version. I ordered mine almost ten days ago so it’s the right time now to move to the full review below.
Materials & Construction
This mattress features 4 layers plus the cover. In detail, these are:
- A memory foam layer that is a great source of pressure relief. It also adds comfort and support.
- A dynamic support layer that can regulate heat efficiently. This means that the sleeping surface will stay cool during the night.
- A layer made of tall pocket springs (15cm). These are the main sources of support but also increase airflow.
- A supportive base foam layer that works together with the springs to provide a more comfortable sleeping environment.
The mattress measures 25cm in height and the picture below gives us a better look at its architecture.
Cover
The cover of this mattress is made of polyester, a material known for its great properties. For starters, polyester is quite breathable which will help your mattress stay cool during the night. Secondly, polyester is quite durable so this mattress will last for a long time. Finally, polyester has the ability to hold its shape so you should expect a good fit. The cover is a quilted one and this adds a premium feel to a budget mattress. I liked this touch and the Essential Hybrid definitely looks more expensive than it actually is.
The design is a modern one and I personally like it. On the sides, the engineers at Nectar have added four handles that will help you move this mattress. Additionally, at the bottom, they have added anti-slip elements so this mattress will stay in place. All these are great features and overall, this is a great cover.
Comfort & Support
Let’s continue writing this Nectar Essential Hybrid mattress review and talk about its firmness. This is a mattress designed to suit the majority of sleepers so it comes with a medium-firm feel. If I use my virtual scale here, I would say it’s a 6.5 with 10 being really firm. I want to talk now about my experience with it during the past week.
Lying on my back, the mattress distributed my weight evenly and that eliminated every pressure point. Support was adequate and I felt comfortable sleeping this way.
Turning to my side, the mattress adjusted quickly and sinkage increased. This helped my spine to align correctly and I felt that the Essential Hybrid mattress did a great job in this position.
Finally, moving to the stomach position, the sleeping surface felt firm enough and I was well-supported. I didn’t feel I was sinking into it and overall I felt that this mattress did a good job in every sleeping position.
For those sleeping with a partner, the edge support is great and this is something I expected from a hybrid mattress. Moreover, there is some motion transfer but nothing too bad. As a result, this is a couple-friendly mattress.
Service
Nectar is a maker that values its customers and for this reason, they offer a great service. All their mattresses come with a free named day delivery service that is quite fast (1-3 business days). That means that you can choose the day you want your mattress delivered which is very practical, especially for busy people. If you want your old mattress removed, Nectar can take care of that for an extra fee (£45). This is fantastic as it’s not very easy to get rid of an old mattress.
My Essential Hybrid mattress was delivered via TNT and the whole process was straightforward. Communication was excellent and the box arrived in mint condition. I have to warn you that this mattress is quite heavy so definitely ask for help if you want to move it. Overall, I was happy with their service and all went well for me.
Trial Period & Guarantee
If you don’t feel comfortable buying a mattress online, I have good news for you. All Nectar mattresses come with a 365-night trial period which gives you a full year to try this at home. This is by far the longest one you can find in the UK and it’s truly impressive. If for any reason, you are not satisfied with your mattress, you can return it and get your money back.
But that’s not all! Nectar also offers a forever guarantee that will have you covered for a really long time. Again, this is not offered by any other brand (except DreamCloud) and it’s definitely a great reason to consider this mattress. Overall, this is the best package out there, hands down.
Nectar Essential Hybrid Mattress Review – The Verdict
I am ready to complete this Nectar Essential Hybrid mattress review and share my final thoughts with you. This is a versatile mattress that is suited to every type of sleeper and has an efficient cooling system. It has a good balance between comfort and support and it comes with great service. Add an affordable price tag and you have a winner here.