Nectar vs Casper Mattress: An In-Depth Comparison

Last Updated on October 10, 2019

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Interested in how the Nectar mattress and the Casper Original mattress compare?

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Nectar is a fairly new memory foam mattress that has become popular because of its affordable price range, their generous 1-year trial period and an even more generous lifetime warranty.

Casper is one of the earliest and best known bed-in-a-box brands. This all-foam mattress remains one of the most popular mattresses sold online today, and has recently been updated to provide contoured foam support within its construction.

From my own experience and many other customer reviews, both mattresses sleep great. They are comfortable, supportive and sleep cool.

But each has a specific feel that is ideal for different types of sleepers.

So how, exactly, do Nectar and Casper differ? Which one should you buy?

Let's find out.

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What’s In This Comparison?

This page is a 10-minute comparison of the Nectar mattress vs. Casper's Original mattress.  Use this table of contents to jump to specific feature comparisons.

If you want to learn more about each mattress, read my in-depth review of Nectar and my review of Casper Original.

If you don’t want either of these, then Purple & Leesa are great foam options for about the same price (click to learn about both).

Nectar vs. Casper: Which One Should You Buy?

Due to its memory foam feel, we think that Nectar is the best choice if you sleep on your side or stomach or more cradling feel.  Casper is the better choice if you prefer a firmer mattress or sleep on your back.  When it comes to price, after current discounts are applied, Nectar is about the same as Casper.

Keep reading to learn more about these differences.

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How Do Nectar and Casper Compare?

Similarities

Both Casper and Nectar are all-foam mattresses, although they differ in construction.

Both are also medium-firm mattresses, although Nectar is softer. They are both designed to meet the middle-ground needs of most people regardless of weight and sleeping position.

Regarding sleeping experience, both mattresses are foam so they have a deeper hug and less bounce than latex or innerspring mattress. They also provide great support and contouring.

These two are also in the same affordable price range, although with discounts applied Nectar is the better deal. You can get a Queen size of either mattress for under $1,000.

You can also take advantage of Affirm financing when buying either mattress.

Key Differences

While both are foam mattresses, there are differences in how they are constructed.

Nectar is a memory foam mattress. It consists of 3 layers of memory foam plus 1 layer of poly foam.

Casper has four layers. But only one layer is memory foam. The others are made of poly foam and a proprietary open-cell foam.

The extra layers of memory foam in Nectar are responsible for its softer feel.

Another difference between the mattresses is in their trial periods and warranties.

Casper sticks to the industry-standard 100-night trial and 10-year warranty.

Nectar stands out with their 365-night sleep trial and lifetime warranty – and industry first.

Both mattresses are shipped free, but only Casper offers free shipping to Alaska and Hawaii.

Price

Here are the latest discounted prices for both mattresses (SleepDelivered discounts applied) – just click a price below to claim:

As you can see, both are bargain-priced mattresses, although Nectar is significantly cheaper.

If you’d like to split your purchase into smaller and more flexible payments, they both offer to finance via Affirm.

Coupons & Discounts

Click here to SAVE $100 on any Nectar purchase.

Click here to get $100 off the Casper Original mattress – enter code SLEEPDELIVERED when ordering.

Specifications

	Nectar	Casper Original Foam
Rating	4.6	4.5
Price w/ discount	$499-$999	$595-$1,195
Comfort Choices	Med. Firm	Med. Firm
Construction	Gel-infused memory foam	Memory foam + Proprietary foam.
Heat Transfer	Excellent	Excellent
Motion Transfer	Low	Low
Sinkage	Moderate	Moderate
Off-Gassing?	Yes	Yes
Trial Period	365 nights	100 nights
Warranty	Lifetime	10 years
Eco-friendliness	CertiPUR-US foam	CertiPUR-US foam
Delivery	3-5 days	7-14 days
Customer Service	Good	Excellent
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Mattress Construction

Nectar

Nectar is a 4-layer memory foam mattress wrapped in a breathable and moisture-wicking Tencel cover.

The first two layers of memory foam are dedicated to comfort and cooling. They consist of softer foam which contours well around the body to counter any pressure points.

They are also infused with cooling gel to improve heat dissipation and keep the mattress cool.

The last two layers consisting of high-density memory foam and base poly foam are firmer to keep you from sinking too deep.

They provide compression support and ensure your spine is properly aligned to prevent back problems.

Casper

Casper has improved on their original mattress design since they first launched it in 2014.

Some of the changes they’ve made include adding an extra layer of foam, adding more ventilation holes in the top layer to enhance cooling and redesigning the cover.

So now the current Casper mattress has four layers of foam which provide better contouring and compression support than the original mattress.

The top layer consists of open-cell foam designed to increase ventilation and thus to cool. It’s also the main comfort layer that welcomes you with a plush but responsive feel.

The second layer is memory foam which provides both lumbar support and body contouring.

The third layer is the new addition. It consists of specially designed foam with zoned areas of varying density.

The foam is firmer under areas where you need more support and softer where you need pressure relief.

A thick 7” poly foam base layer adds to the mattress’ support and durability.

Comfort and Firmness

Both Casper and Nectar provide only one firmness option – medium firm. But there is a slight difference in the feel of each mattress.

Nectar

With 3 of the four layers being memory foam, Nectar has that classic plush feel you get from most memory foam mattresses.

It feels like you are sleeping ‘in’ the mattress rather than ‘on’ it. The hug is deeper, and contouring is more pronounced.

But Nectar does a good job balancing things out. So even with the extra-plush feel, you don’t feel stuck in the mattress thanks to the last two firm support layers.

The mattress generally falls on the lower side of medium firm, around 5-6/10 with ten being the firmest.

It’s the sweet spot for most people although some sleepers may find it to be a tad too soft. Side sleepers will appreciate it the most.

If you prefer a slightly firmer mattress, try Casper.

Casper

Even though it has memory foam, Casper feels a bit firm for most customers. I’d rate it at 6-7/10.

The top responsive layer and the support poly foam layers below tend to balance out the plushness of the memory foam layer.

But it’s not at all uncomfortable. The new zoned foam layer does a great job of supporting you and providing pressure relief exactly where you need it.

If you are not sure which firmness level you’ll find comfortable, go with Casper. It caters well to many different kinds of sleepers.

It’s also the better choice for heavier sleepers. The higher-density foams and zoned support ensure you don’t sink in too far but still enjoy pressure relief.

To know more, check out our in-depth Casper wave review.

Sleeping Experience

Nectar

If you’ve ever slept on a memory foam mattress, Nectar basically feels like that. It’s plush, doesn’t bounce and has virtually zero motion transfer.

Nectar has also done a great job taking out what people don’t like about memory foam. They’ve made their mattress more supportive and incorporated several techniques to keep it cool.

If you are coming from latex or an innerspring mattress, you’ll need a couple of weeks to acclimate to the feel of Nectar. It’s quite different from the firmer and springier feel of latex and innerspring mattresses.

Casper

Casper is the better choice for those who prefer firmer support over softer comfort.

It has a bit more bounce and feels firmer than the Nectar.

Cooling is also great thanks to Casper's redesigned breathable cover and ventilated top layer. Motion control is minimal.

The only things you might not like so much with either Casper or Nectar is the lack of robust edge support (common with budget all-foam mattresses) and the ‘new mattress’ smell when you unbox the mattress.

But the smell goes away in a few days and is completely harmless.

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Warranty and Returns

Nectar

Nectar offers an industry-leading 365-night trial period. That’s a whole year to test the mattress and decide whether you’d like to keep it.

You get to see how well it holds up after months of use, which gives you an idea of its longevity. You also get a chance to test it in many different kinds of situations.

The warranty is also one of the best in the industry. It covers your mattress for as long as you own it.

The lifetime warranty is non-prorated which means Nectar will cover all repair/replacement costs should you make a valid claim.

Casper

Casper’s warranty and returns are more standard. The return period is 100 nights, and the warranty is ten years.

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Shipping and Delivery

Nectar

Nectar Sleep ships their mattress free of charge to all contiguous US states.

If you are ordering from Alaska or Hawaii, a freight charge will be added to your order at checkout.

The mattress is fairly easy to set up. Just make sure there is someone else to help you carry the mattress inside.

If you need help setting it up, Nectar offers a paid white glove delivery option.

They can also remove your old mattress and dispose of it for you, but it will cost you extra.

Casper

Casper is one of the few online mattress companies that ships for free to all 50 states in the US including Alaska and Hawaii.

Standard delivery is curbside but you can pay extra to have the mattress set up for you and your old mattress was taken away.

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Foundation and Frame

Nectar

You can place the Nectar mattress on any sturdy frame or foundation. You can also use it on an adjustable frame.

But do not place the mattress on the floor or a plastic base.

Casper

Casper recommends buying their frame or foundation when ordering the mattress. Of course, that’s just marketing talk.

You can buy their frame if you want to, but your existing box spring or foundation will work just fine as long as it is in good condition.

You can also use a slatted base, a platform base or an adjustable base.

If you use an existing box spring or foundation, Casper recommends putting a piece of plywood – called a Bunkie board – between the mattress and foundation to provide even support.

This will ensure the mattress lasts long without deforming.

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Care and Cleaning

Nectar

While Nectar's cover is removable, do not soak it in water or put it in the washer.

To remove stains, spot-clean using warm water and mild detergent.

For maximum protection, you may want to consider getting a mattress protector.

You normally won’t need to rotate or flip your Nectar mattress. But if you and your partner have significant weight differences or you sleep alone, I recommend rotating the mattress every 3-6 months to prevent the memory foam from wearing out on one side only.

Casper

Casper also recommends spot cleaning the cover.

If you have to wash it, only hand wash the outer part (there’s an inner and outer cover) in cold water and then air-dry it.

If you damage the cover or it tears, contacts Casper to order a new one.

You cannot flip the mattress (it’s one-sided), but you should rotate it every 3-6 months if you sleep alone or have a significant weight difference with your partner.

More Nectar Mattress Comparisons:

• Nectar vs Tuft and Needle
• Leesa vs Nectar
• Nectar vs Purple

More Casper Mattress Comparisons:

• Leesa vs Casper vs Purple vs Ghostbed
• Tuft and Needle vs Casper
• Helix vs Casper
• Casper vs Purple

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