Simba Essential Foam vs Nectar - 2024 Review

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Essential Information

Mattress Type
Memory foam
Memory foam
Brand
Simba
Nectar
Year Launched
1979
2016
Unique Points

The Simba Essential foam mattress is the budget friendly memory foam mattress from Simba, made up of 3 layers:

  • Hypoallergenic, knitted cover
  • Cooling, supportive simbatex® layer
  • Zoned, high-density foam base

The Nectar is the most popular mattress that's made in the UK. Incorporating the latest advancements in mattress and fabric technology, here are the layers:

  • Nectar Adaptive® Cooling Cover
  • Nectar Smart Sleep Layer: 4cm Breathable visco memory foam with Revo technology
  • Pressure-Relieving Memory Foam Layer: 5cm Soft visco
  • 7 Zone Support Layer - Shape Support: 16cm Firm 33/140 PU.
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Certifications

OEKO-TEX®
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
CertiPur-US®
Pro-Planet, Carbon Neutral Delivery
Other Certification Info

Firmness & Feel

Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
Good Firmness Standard
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Select Your Firmness
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Adjustable Firmness
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Half-Half Firmness
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Flippable / Reversible Firmness
Firmness Info

The Simbatex Essential mattress is rated as 'medium-firm', offering gentle molding and support to the body. Its premium foam provides 30x more airflow than standard memory foam, enhancing comfort.

The Nectar Memory Foam is a medium-firm mattress. A 6 to 6.5 on the firmness scale. Nectar's combination of layers and materials allows Nectar to both contour and support your body.

Pricing

Single
Double
King
Super King
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Construction & Materials

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Simba Essential Foam
Nectar
Layers
Hypoallergenic, knitted cover, Cooling, supportive simbatex® layer, Zoned, high-density foam base
Nectar Adaptive® Cooling Cover, Nectar Smart Sleep Layer, Breathable visco memory foam with Revo technology, Pressure-Relieving Memory Foam Layer, Zone Support Layer, Shape Support
Cover
Hypoallergenic, knitted cover: A soft, breathable cover that’s free from harmful substances (Oeko-tex 100 Standard) and suitable for allergy sufferers
The Adaptive® cooling cover responds dynamically to temperature changes to keep your sleep environment cool and dry, all night, every night. The Adaptive technology incorporates a temperature sensitive polymer into the cooling cover; meaning the warmer it gets, the more the cooling Adaptive cover will evaporate moisture. And even better, it works independently so you and your partner can both sleep at the temperature that works for you.
Machine-washable Cover
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Ergonomic Handles
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Comfort
Cooling, supportive simbatex® layer: Open cell, graphite-infused Simbatex® foam keeps you cooler, with 30x the airflow of standard memory foam.
Nectar's top layer of quilted memory foam stimulates air flow beneath your body, while the Adaptive fabric wicks away unwanted heat and moisture.
Support
Zoned, high-density foam base: A crenelated, high-density foam base offers zoned support, providing extra pressure relief to the shoulders and lower lumbar area.
Ideal support for any position. Nectar gives you the support of a firm mattress while pampering you with the comfort of a pillow top. Premium materials ensure it perfectly contours to your body. Engineered to relieve pressure by absorbing energy and contouring perfectly around your body. More breathable than other memory foams, allowing greater airflow through the foam giving you a much cooler and more comfortable night's sleep. With 7 different zones of support this super durable base layer provides firmer support under your hips and softer support under your shoulders. The innovative turret structure ensures optimum airflow and the high-density foam maintains structure and shape for longer.
Manufactured in
United Kingdom
United Kingdom

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Size & Weight

Available Sizes
Single, Double, King, Super King
Single, Double, King, Super King
Mattress Depth
19 cm
25 cm
UK Single
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
UK Single Weight (kg)
13
22
UK Double
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
UK Double Weight (kg)
19
31
UK King
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
UK King Weight (kg)
22
43
UK Super King
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good. Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included.
UK Super King Weight (kg)
27
43

FAQ

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Trial & Warranty

Free Trial
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included. Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
Red Cross. It means No, not available. Not included. Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
Sleep Trial (Nights)
200
365
Warranty (Years)
10
Forever Warranty
Free Shipping
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
Green tick. It means Yes. It's available and good.
Free Returns
YES
YES

Delivery

Delivery Information

Simba offers FREE carbon neutral standard delivery with a two-person delivery crew. Simba can also take away your old mattress for recycling once you have your new one. Delivery usually be within 3 business days if you order before 2pm, and within 4 business days after 2pm.

Free home delivery within 48 hours of purchase for UK mainland. Nectar ships to you direct from our factory in central England. Nectar comes direct to the room of your choice by our careful two man delivery team. Setup takes minutes once it's in place. Nectar will even take away your old mattress for carefully considered recycling - if required.

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