Nectar Lush Mattress Review

The Nectar Lush offers impressive motion isolation, which we expect from most memory foam mattresses. The Lush has a higher-profile with thick foam comfort and transition layers that help it minimize motion transfer better than the average mattress.

The three-inch comfort layer of memory foam responds to movements, absorbing and isolating them. The Nectar Lush also has a high-density foam support core with minimal bounce. This prevents motion from rippling across the bed. As a result, the Lush is highly rated by couples.

Co-sleepers shouldn’t feel their partner shift positions throughout the night. Larger movements, like getting in and out of the bed, may be felt to a certain extent, but the Nectar Lush minimizes them more than a latex or hybrid mattress would. It is also silent when bearing weight. This makes the Lush mattress a great fit for sensitive sleepers and those who share the bed.

The Nectar Lush contours deeply for standout pressure relief. The medium firmness and three-inch memory foam comfort layer cradle the body and prevent pressure points from developing. The soft, stretchy fabric of the Nectar Lush ensures sleepers feel the benefits of the contouring foam below.

The cradling effect of the Nectar Lush reduces tension throughout the body and cushions the shoulders and hips for added comfort. The amount of pressure relief it provides is on par with similar memory foam models.

That said, the Nectar Lush is likely too soft for most stomach sleepers and those who weigh more than 230 pounds. These sleepers are more likely to sink deeply into the mattress, which can cause pressure to build up in the lower back. It is better for side and back sleepers who weigh less than 230 pounds.

The Nectar Lush regulates temperature better than the average memory foam mattress. While traditional memory foam tends to retain heat, the Nectar Lush uses gel-infused memory foam to draw heat away from the body and dissipate it.

The Tencel cover of the Lush mattress is moisture- and heat-wicking. It is breathable for added airflow throughout the mattress. The gel-infused memory foam is zoned with a center panel of Aquacool. This material helps prevent heat from building up in the midsection where people tend to press into the mattress the most.

Since the Nectar Lush has a medium firmness and conforms closely, there is still the potential for heat retention. That said, the mattress takes measures to offset this for a temperature neutral feel.

The high-density foam base of the Nectar Lush helps ensure consistent support from edge to edge. As a result, the mattress has slightly better edge support than other foam models.

The memory foam layer of the mattress compresses easily, but the transition layer and dense support core help sleepers feel supported near the edge of the bed.

Those who sit near the edge of the bed may notice the lack of a reinforced perimeter more. The high-density foam core helps prevent sagging over time, but those who need additional assistance getting in and out of bed may benefit from a hybrid mattress with a reinforced perimeter.

Changing positions on the Nectar Lush mattress is easier than on other memory foam mattresses. The transition layer prevents sleepers from sinking too far into the bed. Paired with a dense core, this amount of support helps sleepers change positions as needed. This is beneficial for combination sleepers who shift from their backs to their sides or stomachs throughout the night.

The memory foam comfort layer conforms closely without inhibiting movement as much as traditional memory foam. It allows sleepers to sink into the mattress, which can provide traction for changing positions.

That said, there is minimal bounce to the Nectar Lush mattress. Some may find it does not facilitate movement as well as a hybrid or latex mattress would.

Similar to other foam mattresses, the Nectar Lush is not highly rated for sex. It lacks bounce, which can make it difficult to change positions during intimate activity. Many couples prefer a hybrid or latex mattress for better ease of movement.

That said, the Nectar Lush does have better edge support than most foam mattresses. It is also discreet, as it is silent when bearing weight. Couples will find that the memory foam comfort layer provides some traction, while the transition layer helps prevent excessive sink.

There is an initial odor to the Nectar Lush but it dissipates quickly. Off-gassing is generally the result of synthetic foams releasing volatile organic compounds (VOCs) when first unboxed. This is often more noticeable when the mattress is vacuum-sealed and packaged in plastic.

The Nectar Lush is CertiPUR-US certified, so it is made without harmful chemicals. It is also low in VOCs. As a result, there is less off-gassing than one might typically expect from an all-foam bed. Keeping the room well-ventilated and letting the mattress air out for 24 hours will help dissipate any odor.