Casper ElementvsNectar Premier

Which one is best for you? Casper Element vs Nectar Premier - 2026 comparison by Vs Mattress

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Casper Element

by Casper · Foam

Check current deal.

10 years · 100-night trial

Nectar Premier

by Nectar Sleep · Memory foam

33% Off Everything

FOREVER · 365-night trial

Pricing by size

Casper Element

Twin$395

Twin XL$445

Full (Double)$545

Queen$595

King$795

California King$795

Nectar Premier

Twin$1,049

Twin XL$1,199

Full (Double)$1,349

Queen$1,499

King$1,799

California King$1,799

Essential information

	Casper Element	Nectar Premier
Type	Foam	Memory foam
Launched	–	–
Brand	Casper	Nectar Sleep
Made in	United States	United States
Unique points	We made an expensive mattress that's not expensive. The sweet spot between superior comfort and serious value. It's a premium mattress in a streamlined design. 2 layers of polyurethane foam: Breathable Top Foam Durable Support Foam.	The Nectar Lush Memory Foam Mattress features 12" of premium materials and has 3 layers: 3" Memory Foam with Surface-Infused Phase Change Material (PCM) Gel (Density: 3.5 lbs, ILD: 10) 2" Memory Foam (Density: 2.5 lbs, ILD: 18) 7" PU Support Foam (Density 1.8 lbs, ILD: 36).
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Certifications & trial

	Casper Element	Nectar Premier
OEKO-TEX®	No	No
CertiPUR-US®	Yes	Yes
Certifications	CertiPur-US®	CertiPur-US®
Other certification info	–	–
Sleep trial	100 nights	365 nights
Warranty	10 years	FOREVER
Free shipping	–	–
Free returns	Yes	No
Pay later	No	Yes
Delivery info	We ship via UPS Standard in the United States and Canada from warehouse partners in each country. In parts of New York City, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, we offer same-day courier delivery. Additional fees may apply for HI, AK, and certain areas of Canada. Terms and conditions apply.	Enjoy free shipping in the contiguous United States. We will deliver your new mattress right to your front door - fast and convenient! If you decide that you're not in love with your new Nectar Lush mattress, returns are free too!

Firmness & feel

	Casper Element	Nectar Premier
One firmness fits all	Yes	No
Select your firmness	No	No
Adjustable firmness	No	No
Half and half firmness	No	No
Flippable / reversible	No	No
Firmness info	When we designed the Casper Element, we knew we had to deliver lasting comfort at an unbeatable price. It borrows elements from our signature mattress to promise coolness and support in a more cost-efficient design.	–

Construction & materials

	Casper Element	Nectar Premier
Layers	Breathable Top Foam, Durable Support Foam.	3" Memory Foam with Surface-Infused Phase Change Material (PCM) Gel (Density: 3.5 lbs, ILD: 10), 2" Memory Foam (Density: 2.5 lbs, ILD: 18), 7" PU Support Foam (Density 1.8 lbs, ILD: 36).
Cover	Planet-friendly textiles. Up to 9 recycled bottles in each cover.	A circular knit cover made with 64% Polyester, 20% Nylon, 13% Polyethylene and 3% Spandex. Polyethylene, which is known to help draw heat away from the body, thus providing a slight "cooling sensation" to the touch. Constructed using alternating nylon and polyethylene yarns. These materials are known to provide give, thus promoting and enhancing the benefits of the memory foam layers beneath it.
Machine-washable cover	No	No
Ergonomic handles	No	No
Comfort	A layer of AirScape perforated breathable foam increases airflow and circulates air so you don't get too hot at night. The innovative cooling system designed to help keep you cool all night. AirScape: A top layer of perforated breathable foam helps reduce heat. Tiny holes move hot air and body heat away.	With a cooling cover and a gel-coated memory foam top layer the Nectar Lush helps regulate temperature to stay cool and in a deep sleep. The top memory foam layer helps provide temperature regulation while you sleep. The PCM gel that has been infused into the surface of this component is known to: help draw excess heat away from the body and retain it in the component itself to help cool the sleeping environment to the optimal temperature Release any retained heat from the component back to the body to help heat the sleeping environment to the optimal temperature.
Support	Premium foam conforms to your body to relieve pressure. The durable base is engineered to prevent sinking and sagging while supporting your whole body. Balanced softness and support.	The Nectar Lush features an innovative memory foam with a higher density than what is found in traditional foam products. The increased density helps provide superior pressure relief for a plush, floaty rest.The top memory foam layer helps provide cushioning for the body at its most sensitive areas, like the pressure points. This is often described as the much-loved, traditional "memory foam" feel: softness, cushion, pressure relief, comfort, etc. The second memory foam layer, or the transition layer, is intended to help provide resistance against the body as you lay down on top of the mattress. If you were to jump onto your mattress, this layer prevents you from feeling the base support layer of foam. The base support layer is intended to provide solid support for the layers above it. It helps give structure and stability for all of the other components to perform as desired.
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Size & weight

	Casper Element	Nectar Premier
Available sizes	Twin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King	Twin, Twin XL, Full (Double), Queen, King, California King
Dimensions	Twin: 10 "	Twin: 13 "
Twin weight (kg)	41	49
Twin XL weight (kg)	43	53
Full (Double) weight (kg)	57	69
Queen weight (kg)	86	83
King weight (kg)	87	105
California King weight (kg)	87	105

FAQs

Casper Element

Is the Casper element soft or firm?

The Casper Element is an all-foam mattress with two layers of polyfoam. It has a medium firm feel, rating 6 out of 10 on the firmness scale, which is within the range most sleepers prefer.

How long does Casper Element take to inflate?

It is recommended to allow a full day for your Casper mattress to inflate to its full capacity, although it is safe to sleep on immediately after unboxing.

What is Casper element?

The Casper Element is an all-foam mattress featuring two layers of polyfoam. It has a medium firm feel, rating 6 out of 10 on the firmness scale, which is within the range most sleepers prefer. Its comfort system includes a 3-inch layer of proprietary polyfoam known as AirScape.

Nectar Premier

Is Nectar Premier soft or firm?

The Nectar Premier Mattress has a medium firmness level, providing ample support for stomach sleepers.

What is Nectar Premier?

The Nectar Premier is a memory foam mattress designed to keep sleepers cool. It includes a layer of gel-infused memory foam with phase change material to absorb and dissipate heat. The mattress is 13 inches in height, an inch thicker than the flagship model.

Is the Nectar Premier Mattress Worth It?

The Nectar Premier Mattress, with its high-quality materials and competitive price, is a good value for money. It is particularly suitable for side sleepers over 130 pounds and back sleepers under 130 pounds.

Wrap up

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