Eve or Nectar which is best?
Both Eve and Nectar consistently appear in best mattress guides and have won several awards. You can read our in depth Eve Original Mattress review and Nectar Memory Foam Mattress review in more detail. In this Eve vs Nectar mattress comparison article, we’re going to compare the Eve Original to the Nectar mattress. We’ve done the comparison so you don’t have to!
Layers
Next up in our Eve vs Brook + Wilde mattress review is a look at what the mattresses are made of. Eve’s mattress is 24cm deep to Nectar's 25cm, with the Eve Original having four layers and the Nectar five. Let’s look at those layers in more detail:
Eve Original Mattress
Layers
5
Cover
Moisture wicking top cover
Top Layer
Evecomfort® foam layer
Layer 2
Memory foam layer
Layer 3
Zoned supportive foam base layer
Layer 4
Anti-slip base
Nectar Memory Foam Mattress
Layers
5
Cover
Adaptive cooling cover
Top Layer
Smart memory foam to dissipate heat & moisture
Layer 2
Pressure relieving memory foam
Layer 3
7 zone support base
Layer 4
Positioning base material
Firmness, Comfort & Support
Both mattresses have a medium firmness rating.
Eve Original Mattress
- Minimal weight / motion transference, meaning that if you’re sleeping with a partner who moves a lot during the night you won’t be disturbed.
- Extremely good at keeping the sleeper cool all night.
- Ideal for people of all builds – from light to heavier.
- Offers particularly good support for back sleepers and is ideal for those who suffer with back pain.
- Has more bounce and sinkage than some other beds in a box.
- The edge support on Eve mattresses is slightly softer than that found on other mattresses in a box.
Nectar Memory Foam Mattress
- The adaptive cooling cover and smart memory foam mean that sleepers feel cool and comfortable throughout the night.
- The Nectar has a slightly softer top layer, with more sinkage, than some other brands giving a cushioned effect to the sleeper.
- Slightly firmer than other memory foam mattresses, which means it provides excellent support.
- The synthetic smell that is common with all beds in a box takes longer to dissipate than some mattresses.
- Rates very highly for those suffering with back pain,who say they’ve seen a marked improvement with the Nectar mattress.
Eve vs Nectar other factors
What else should you consider when you're comparing the Eve and Nectar mattresses? Eve offer a 100 night trial and a 10-year guarantee, while Nectar offer an incredible 365 nights trial and a lifetime warranty. You can also apply for up to 12 months interest free credit to pay for the mattress, and there’s free delivery to most of the UK.
The verdict - Nectar or Eve mattress?
Both mattresses offer appealing factors, but here are some points to consider when deciding which best meets your requirements.
We'd recommend the Eve Original Mattress if:
- You prefer a softer mattress with more sinkage and bounce.
- You are a light sleeper and need a mattress with little motion transfer.
- You want a mattress that suits all body types and builds.
- You want a mattress that is good at keeping sleepers cool at night.
We'd recommend the Nectar Memory Foam Mattress if:
- You want a mattress that allows for slightly more sinkage and a cushioned effect.
- You suffer with back pain and want a mattress that provides excellent support.
- You want a mattress that suits all body types and builds.
- You want a mattress that is good at keeping sleepers cool at night.
Prices & sizes
Both manufacturers make their mattresses in a range of UK sizes, with Eve making an emperor in addition to the more standard sizes. Nectar's mattress is slightly cheaper than the Eve.
Eve Original Mattress
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Nectar Memory Foam Mattress
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