Nectar Premier Memory Foam Review: Is the Upgrade Worth It?
The Nectar Premier Memory Foam is worth comparing when you like an all-foam mattress but want to explore more cushioning than the Classic offers. It keeps the foam-supported construction while changing the comfort layer above it.
The upgrade should solve a specific problem: perhaps the Classic leaves your shoulder uncomfortable, or you prefer a more contouring surface. If both mattresses feel equally comfortable, Premier does not become the better purchase simply because it sits higher in the lineup.
Updated September 28, 2026. A retailer buying guide from Mattress and Furniture Near Me. Specifications come from the sources below; comfort guidance is not a claim of independent overnight or laboratory testing.
What changes from Classic to Premier?
Nectar currently lists Premier at 13 inches, with 2 inches of memory foam above 3 inches of responsive support foam and an 8-inch foam foundation. The Classic is 12 inches with a 1-inch memory-foam layer. Both use foam support rather than coils.
Nectar describes Premier Memory Foam as medium-firm. That description is helpful for orientation, but it cannot predict how much you will sink or whether you will find the surface too firm or too soft.
| Detail | Classic Memory Foam | Premier Memory Foam |
|---|---|---|
| Published height | 12 inches | 13 inches |
| Published memory-foam depth | 1 inch | 2 inches |
| Support core | Foam | Foam |
| Reason to choose | The simpler comfort package already suits you | You prefer the additional cushioning |
What extra cushioning means in practice
Extra comfort material gives you something concrete to compare at the shoulder and hip. It does not mean exactly twice the pressure relief, twice the durability, or twice the comfort. Those outcomes depend on the sleeper and the full mattress design.
Lie on each mattress in the same position. If Premier lets your shoulder relax while keeping your waist and pelvis comfortable, the difference may be useful. If you feel more enclosed than you prefer or find turning harder, the extra contouring may not be an advantage.
This is why a brief seated test is insufficient. Sitting concentrates weight differently from sleeping, and a soft impression under your hand does not show how your whole body will settle.
Who is Premier Memory Foam worth considering for?
Side sleepers exploring more cushioning
Compare it when Classic feels too resistant at a pressure point. Stay on both sides if you alternate, and use a pillow that is appropriate for your shoulder width. Do not buy on the expectation that an uncomfortable mattress will necessarily become perfect after break-in.
Back sleepers who enjoy contouring
Check whether your lower back feels comfortable and whether your pelvis settles farther than you want. You are looking for a relaxed position, not simply a plush first impression.
Combination sleepers
Try the positions you actually use and turn several times. A comfortable cradle can be appealing when you stay still, but ease of movement matters if you change positions frequently.
Stomach sleepers
Compare cautiously. More cushioning is not automatically useful when you are trying to limit midsection sinkage. Include a firmer alternative in the test.
Premier Memory Foam vs. Premier Hybrid
These are separate mattresses. Premier Hybrid uses coils beneath its comfort layers. The choice between the two should focus on how you prefer the mattress to respond, while the Classic-to-Premier foam comparison focuses on the comfort upgrade within one construction type.
Test getting in and out, rolling over, and sleeping near the edge. If you share the bed, have your partner move while you remain still. Foam and hybrid constructions can both work for couples; neither earns a blanket recommendation from its category alone.
Our Premier Hybrid review covers the coil-supported alternative. If the hybrid direction appeals but you want to explore a plusher model, compare Luxe Hybrid during the same visit.
Will Premier sleep cool?
Nectar includes cooling fibers in the cover. Think of that as a surface feature to evaluate, not a guarantee about your overnight temperature. Bedding, room conditions, body contact, and your own temperature sensitivity all matter.
Use the same protector and bedding assumptions when comparing models. If you intend to add a topper, remember that it changes your contact with the mattress and can change the reason you preferred one model in the first place.
When paying more makes sense
- You notice less shoulder or hip discomfort during the comparison.
- You prefer Premier's contouring after returning to it a second time.
- You and your partner both remain comfortable.
- The price difference fits your budget without compromising the base you need.
Keep Classic when it already works. Choose a hybrid or another brand when the response is the issue. The goal is to identify the right change rather than repeatedly moving up one product tier.
Setup and ownership questions
Measure the finished bed height with the 13-inch mattress in mind. Check fitted-sheet depth, foundation requirements, and whether your current frame has adequate center support. Confirm any adjustable-base pairing before ordering.
For current prices, use our product listings in the size you need. Promotional bundles and direct-brand return offers can differ from retailer purchases, so compare the complete transaction.
Frequently asked questions
Is Premier Memory Foam the same as Premier Hybrid?
No. The memory-foam version has a foam support core; the hybrid has coils.
Is Premier automatically better than Classic?
No. The extra memory foam is useful when you prefer its effect on comfort. A comfortable Classic remains a sensible choice.
Can I compare Classic and Premier Memory Foam in person?
Yes. Both are available to try in our Colonial Heights showroom.
Try it in Colonial Heights
Visit Mattress and Furniture Near Me, 5 Dunlop Village, Colonial Heights, VA 23834. We help shoppers from Chesterfield, Richmond, Petersburg, Hopewell, and the surrounding area compare mattresses in person. Call (804) 571-2008 before a longer drive to confirm the exact display configuration.
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Sources and model details
Nectar Premier Memory Foam specifications; Nectar Classic Memory Foam specifications. Checked September 28, 2026. Product generations and optional upgrades can change; confirm the configuration on your order.