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Frances Daniels

Nectar and DreamCloud hit lowest ever prices for Prime Day — how to choose between our two best value mattresses

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Images of the Nectar Classic and the DreamCloud Classic on a blue background. A Prime Day deals badge is seen in the left foreground. .

Prime Day ends today, so now is your last chance to bag a cracking deal on one of two top-rated mid-range mattresses: the Nectar Classic Memory Foam and the DreamCloud Classic Hybrid, both on sale for a record-low price at Amazon today.

Nectar and DreamCloud are among the best mattresses we've tested and they've never been cheaper in 2026 than they are right now. A queen DreamCloud is down to $535.95 at Amazon, while, a queen Nectar is down to $537 at Amazon. Those are unreal prices for top-rated mattresses in a box.

Can't choose between them? That's where we come in. We've retested the Nectar and DreamCloud three times from cover to base, and know every inch of them. Here's how to pick between these last chance Amazon Prime Day mattress deals before time runs.

DreamCloud Classic vs Nectar Classic mattress: Specs at a glance

DreamCloud Classic vs Nectar Classic mattress: Specs
	Nectar Classic Memory Foam	DreamCloud Classic Hybrid
Starting price	$282.15	$339
Type	Memory Foam	Hybrid
Firmness options	Firm (7.5)	Medium-firm (6)
Foam type	Memory foam	Memory foam
Best for	All sleep positions	Side and back sleepers
Height	12"	12"
Sizes	7	7
Sleep trial	365 nights	365 nights
Warranty	Lifetime	Lifetime

DreamCloud vs Nectar: Which mattress is right for you in the Prime Day deals?

1. Price and deals

The Nectar Classic Memory Foam Mattress is Nectar's best-value bed, and it's now even less expensive thanks to this year's Prime Day sale.

While a twin is usually between $399 and $369 in the Nectar sales, this 15% extra discount from Amazon takes the starting price down to $282.15. A queen is now an extra 23% cheaper at $537 (was $649).

The main draw of the DreamCloud Classic Hybrid Mattress is its luxury design at a mid-range price. A queen is usually $649 in the regular DreamCloud sale, but now it's been taken down to $535.95 at Amazon. Meanwhile, a twin is now $339 (was $369).

Both are still in the mid-range price tier, but the DreamCloud is under $2 cheaper for a queen, while the Nectar is almost $57 cheaper in a twin. These aren't huge price differences, and both offer excellent value for money.

2. Benefits

The perks of buying a mattress directly from a brand vs Amazon means that you're guaranteed access to generous, money-saving extras.

For example, instead of 30 or 90-day return policies that you'll find on Amazon, you'll instead get full sleep trials that allow you to try out your new bed for at least 100 nights.

However, the current Prime Day deals on the Nectar and DreamCloud seem to offer the same benefits you'd get if buying directly from the brands.

As Nectar and DreamCloud belong to the same parent company, Resident Home, both Classic mattresses offer the same industry-leading benefits at Amazon.

These benefits include a 365-night sleep trial, a lifetime mattress warranty, and free shipping and returns.

3. Sleep positions

In our Nectar Classic mattress review, we were surprised how supportive the memory foam bed was for all sleep positions.

We rated the firmness a 7.5 on the mattress firmness scale (10 being the firmest), and felt this medium-firm to firm feel was perfect for stomach and back sleeping.

While it supported side sleepers, we felt those who prefer a cushioning bed will want to look at the best mattress for side sleepers instead.

On the other hand, our DreamCloud Classic mattress review found the hybrid mattress to be perfect for side sleepers.

Its plush pillow top adds pressure relief to the shoulders and hips (key side-sleeping) pressure points, but stomach sleepers won't find it firm enough to support their hips.

4. Overall feel

The Nectar Classic should provide a peaceful night sleep or those who share a bed, as co-sleeper's movements are contained. However, temperature regulation isn't the best, as testers felt it retained some heat.

As for the DreamCloud Classic, we found that its breathable cover and airflow-boosting springs prevents heat buildup. Motion isolation, meanwhile, is weak as you're likely to feel partner's movements.

Nectar Classic Memory Foam Mattress

Overall, our lab testing found the Nectar Classic to be a top value choice if you need a mattress that supports both you and your partner's sleep styles.

Its firmer, solid design means that edge support scored a perfect 5 out of 5, making it great for those who sleep close to the edge of the mattress or need a helpful boost while getting in and out of bed.

It scored a good 3.5 out of 5 overall, but the DreamCloud received 4 out of 5 stars overall as it had a slight edge in areas such a cooling properties and comfort and support.

However, the Nectar Classic is a better choice if you need firmer support or share a bed.

DreamCloud Classic Hybrid Mattress

After rigorous lab testing, the DreamCloud Classic scored high in pressure relief (especially for side sleeping) and temperature control.

It received a flawless score for value for money, thanks to a combo of industry-leading benefits and a design that outshines its mid-range price tag.

The Nectar Classic has a firmer feel that will suit stomach sleepers better, plus its slow-moving all-foam design offers better motion isolation than the DreamCloud.

But if you want one of the best luxury mattresses that delivers maximum value for money, choose the DreamCloud over the Nectar.

Which Amazon Prime Day mattress deal is right for you? How to choose

If you're looking to buy a one of the best mattresses in a box at a rock-bottom price, then you can't go wrong in buying either the DreamCloud Classic or the Nectar Classic today.

However, in terms of buying a mattress that suits your sleep needs, then its wise to choose the right bed based on our lab tests.

This means that the Nectar Classic is better suited if you're looking for a firmer feel that supports couples of different sleep styles, while the DreamCloud should be your top choice if you want a cooler, plusher feel for side sleeping.

Buy the DreamCloud Classic Hybrid if...

✅ You sleep on your side: The quilted pillow top design cushions your side-sleeping pressure points: shoulders, hips and knees.

✅ You want a luxury design: The DreamCloud Classic mattress is one of the best hybrid mattresses on the market as it offers a high-quality luxury build.

✅ You sleep hot: While not possessing specialist cooling tech like the best cooling mattresses, the DreamCloud Classic absorbed very little heat during our thermal imaging tests, with is hybrid structure boosting airflow for temperature neutrality.

Buy the Nectar Classic Memory Foam if...

✅ You sleep on your stomach: Like the best mattresses for stomach sleepers, the Nectar Classic offers a firm feel that will keep you hips upright and your spine healthily aligned when front sleeping.

✅ You share a bed: Testers felt that the slow-moving all-foam build prevents your partner's movements from travelling to your side of the bed.

✅ You want a bed that supports your right to the edges: The strong edges of the Nectar Classic means you can sleep right up to the side without the fear that you'll roll out of bed.