Head-to-head · Best Memory Foam Mattresses Queen

Leesa Original vs Nectar Premier

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

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The short answer

Leesa Original comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.4 vs 4.2). The gap is mostly about light to average-weight sleepers — read the strengths below before deciding.

Higher ratedRanked #2 in Best Memory Foam Mattresses Queen

Leesa Original

4.4

8 sources$725as of Aug 1

The Leesa Original Mattress is a memory foam bed that cradles without going soft, which puts it in range for back and side sleepers under 200 pounds. YouTube reviewer Owen from The Slumber Yard walked through its three-layer construction of dense support foam under a memory foam top. It ships with a 120-night trial and a lifetime warranty. Heavier sleepers are told to look elsewhere, since they may run into heat retention.

Strengths

— Combines gentle cradle of memory foam with underlying firmness for balanced support
— Well-received by testers for its medium-firm feel that suits back and side sleepers
— Includes a 120-night trial period for risk-free testing

Watch-outs

— Not ideal for heavier sleepers over 200 pounds
— Memory foam layer may cause heat retention for some users

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Ranked #4 in Best Memory Foam Mattresses Queen

Nectar Premier

4.2

7 sources$3,396as of Jul 5

The Nectar Premier is a remodel of the brand's popular memory foam model, now with 60% more cooling fibers and twice the pressure-relieving memory foam of its predecessor. Reviewers noted strong lumbar support and pressure relief, and the mattress is 100% fiberglass-free, which answers an earlier complaint. It runs slightly softer than standard while still holding the body and contouring well. Free shipping, a one-year trial, and a lifetime warranty come with it. Buyers looking for comfort and support in balance will do well, though hot sleepers may find the cooling falls short of what they hoped.

Strengths

— 60% more cooling fibers than the Nectar Classic
— Double the amount of pressure relieving memory foam compared to the Nectar Classic
— 13-inch tall all-foam construction with therapeutic memory foam

Watch-outs

— Cooling cover did not feel cool to the touch
— Slightly softer than industry standard

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How they stack up

Leesa Original

The Leesa Original offers a medium-firm feel that suits back and side sleepers, but it's not ideal for heavier individuals compared to the Saatva Loom & Leaf, which provides a softer, more conforming surface.

Nectar Premier

The Nectar Premier stands out for its 60% more cooling fibers and double the pressure-relieving memory foam compared to the Nectar Classic, but it's slightly softer than industry standard and lacks the cooling cover feel that the Leesa Original Mattress offers. Unlike the Saatva mattresses, it doesn't provide the premium hybrid construction or the three firmness options that make Saatva more versatile.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Leesa Original	Nectar Premier
Thickness	10 inches	13 inches
Trial Period	120 nights	365-night sleep trial
Warranty	Lifetime	Forever Warranty
Material	Avena, Memory Foam	Memory Foam Hybrid
Size	Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King	Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Split King, Cal King, Split Cal King
Mattress Type	all-foam mattress	Memory Foam Hybrid
Firmness	Medium	Medium
Construction	4-Layer	All-foam
Cooling Features	Breathable Knit Cover or a Cooling Quilt Top	60% more cooling fibers than Nectar Classic
Dimensions	38"L x 75"W x 10"Th	13" Th

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