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Quick Specs Comparison
Manufacturer Specs Compared
Figures each brand publishes on its own product page. Values a brand does not publish show as "Not published".
| Spec | Nectar | DreamCloud |
|---|---|---|
| Profile height | 12" | 13.5" |
| Layers published | 3 | 5 |
| Cover material | Polyester-blend cover with polyethylene cooling fibres | Not published |
| Coil count | Not published | Not published |
| Coil gauge | Not published | Not published |
| Zoning | Not published | Not published |
| Foam density | Not published | Not published |
| Fire barrier | Not published | Not published |
| Certifications | CertiPUR-US | Not published |
| Made in | Assembled in Jeffersonville, IN, USA | Made in the USA |
| Queen dimensions | 60" W x 80" L x 12" H | Not published |
| Queen weight | 70 lbs (filling material) | Not published |
Sources: Nectar official page · DreamCloud official page
Key Advantages
Why Choose Nectar
- Slightly cheaper — best pure foam value
- Better motion isolation for couples
- Classic memory foam hug feel
- Same generous trial and warranty as DreamCloud
Why Choose DreamCloud
- Coil core sleeps cooler and more responsive
- Better edge support — use the full surface
- Taller 14-inch profile feels more luxurious
- Better for combination sleepers who shift positions
Lab Verdict
Nectar ran measurably cooler in our 60-minute body-heat test (3.3°F surface rise vs. 3.8°F on the DreamCloud). Couples should note that the Nectar dampened motion more aggressively (0.06g peak vs. 0.21g). Side sleepers will feel less shoulder pressure on the Nectar (peak 29 mmHg vs. 31 mmHg). Perimeter compression was nearly identical — neither bed is the obvious pick on edge support alone. Responsiveness was comparable; repositioning effort should feel similar on either.
| Metric | Nectar | DreamCloud | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cooling (60-min Δ°F) | 3.3°F | 3.8°F | Nectar |
| Motion isolation (g) | 0.06g | 0.21g | Nectar |
| Edge sinkage | 2.1" | 2" | DreamCloud |
| Shoulder pressure (mmHg) | 29 mmHg | 31 mmHg | Nectar |
| Response time (s) | 1.2s | 0.5s | DreamCloud |
| Off-gassing | 1 days | 2 days | Nectar |
Median of 3 trials, 68°F climate-controlled lab. DH/KW / KW · scoring vv2.1.
In-Depth Analysis
DreamCloud and Nectar share the same parent company (Resident Home), making this an intentional good-cop/good-cop pricing strategy. DreamCloud is the hybrid luxury option; Nectar is the memory foam value play. Both offer 365-night trials and lifetime warranties.
DreamCloud's hybrid construction with individually wrapped coils provides noticeably better edge support, more bounce, and cooler sleeping than Nectar's all-foam design. The cashmere-blend cover feels premium, and the coil layer promotes airflow that Nectar's dense foam layers lack.
Nectar's memory foam excels at motion isolation and deep contouring. Side sleepers with shoulder and hip pain often prefer Nectar's softer, more conforming feel. The simplified foam design also means Nectar is lighter and easier to set up.
The $200 price difference (DreamCloud ~$899 vs Nectar ~$699) buys you meaningfully better cooling, edge support, and a more supportive feel. If budget allows, DreamCloud is the upgrade worth making — unless you specifically prefer the classic memory foam hug.
Our Verdict
DreamCloud is the better mattress overall with hybrid advantages in cooling and support. Nectar wins on price and pure memory foam contouring. Spend the extra $200 for DreamCloud if you can.
Buying Advice
Choose DreamCloud if you want hybrid bounce, better cooling, and stronger edge support
Choose Nectar if you love memory foam feel, want the lowest price, or prioritize motion isolation
Both have identical trial and warranty terms, so the decision comes down purely to feel and budget