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Nectar vs Mlily Mattress Reviews

Compare Nectar and Mlily mattresses side by side: owner satisfaction, support, durability and price, based on aggregated customer reviews.

Checked byBecky Reeve, Staff Writer, Mattress Expert
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Brand

Nectar

Our pick
Overall score4.7/5
Price range£199 – £549
Brand

Mlily

Overall score4.6/5
Price range£245 – £1,099

On aggregated owner reviews, Nectar scores higher: 4.7 against 4.6 out of 5.

Head to head

Both ranges are sprung throughout, so the difference is in the comfort layers on top and in price. Every Nectar mattress is medium, and Mlily runs from medium to firm. Mlily covers more of the firmness scale, which helps if two sleepers need different feels. Nectar is the cheaper way in, though not by much. At the top end Mlily goes further still. Nectar's owner score rests on far more reviews (4,334 against 407), so treat Mlily's number as the less settled of the two.

How they differ

NectarMlily
Mattresses we list36
Price range£199 – £549£245 – £1,099
Owner rating4.7 out of 5 (4,334 reviews)4.6 out of 5 (407 reviews)

Mattresses only. Ratings are the review-weighted average across each brand’s mattresses on UK retailer sites. Prices read 15 October 2026.

Nectar

Nectar is one of the biggest direct-to-consumer mattress brands in the UK, part of the Resident Home group that also owns DreamCloud. The brand launched in the US and expanded to the UK with a focused proposition: a well-made memory foam mattress sold direct at competitive pricing, backed by the longest trial period available in the UK market. Nectar's UK catalogue splits into memory foam and hybrid pocket spring builds, each sold in a Classic and a Premier tier, covering the all-foam and hybrid pocket spring buyer profiles.

What defines Nectar in the market is not the mattress technology itself, which is competent but not unique, but the buyer protection terms wrapped around it. A 365-night home trial and a Forever Warranty that covers the original buyer for life are both category-leading and are the primary reason most UK buyers put Nectar on their shortlist.

Mlily

Mlily is a Chinese mattress manufacturer founded in 2003 that entered the UK market in 2016 alongside a partnership deal with Manchester United football club. The brand builds hybrid mattresses using memory foam, reflex foam and micro-pocketed coils, with the distinctive construction detail being high-density foam wrapping around the micro-coils to produce a less springy, more stable sleeping surface than conventional pocket spring designs.

What separates Mlily from most bed-in-a-box rivals is the combination of hybrid construction with international manufacturing scale. The Chinese production base keeps costs competitive, and the engineering approach of wrapping micro-coils in foam delivers a feel that is noticeably different from either pure foam or traditional pocket spring mattresses.

Nectar owner satisfaction

The 365-night trial is the single most important satisfaction driver for Nectar and the one thing that separates the brand from almost every direct-to-consumer rival. Most competitors offer 100 to 200 nights. Nectar gives you a full year, which is enough time to sleep through seasonal temperature changes and genuinely assess whether the mattress suits your body. Returns within the trial period are collected free of charge and the refund process has been reliable on the cases we have followed.

Side sleepers consistently rate Nectar highest among the buyer profiles we track, because the memory foam comfort layer cradles the shoulder and hip more effectively than most hybrid alternatives at similar prices. Back sleepers also report strong satisfaction. The main area where feedback dips is temperature, with the all-foam Memory model sleeping warmer than the Hybrid or than competing spring-based alternatives.

Nectar supportiveness

The Nectar Memory uses a breathable foam top layer over pressure-relieving memory foam and a zoned support base. The feel sits at medium firm and the foam contours to the body in the classic memory foam way, distributing weight evenly and reducing pressure at the shoulders and hips. For side sleepers and back sleepers of average weight, the support profile works well without feeling too firm or too soft.

The Nectar Hybrid adds a pocket spring core beneath the foam comfort layers. The springs bring structural support, edge stability and airflow that the all-foam Memory model lacks. Heavier sleepers over around sixteen stone should look at the Hybrid rather than the Memory, because the pocket spring core handles higher body weights without the compression that an all-foam build can suffer under heavier loads.

Nectar durability

Nectar uses memory foam at reasonable densities across the range, and the Forever Warranty is the strongest signal of how confident the brand is in the long-term performance of its products. The warranty covers the original buyer for as long as they own the mattress, which is longer than any other UK mattress warranty we are aware of. Standard conditions apply around proper use and a supportive base, but the headline coverage is really lifelong.

Being owned by Resident Home gives Nectar the corporate infrastructure to honour that warranty at scale, which matters because a lifetime warranty from a small standalone brand carries less practical weight than one from a group with multiple brands and established operations. The foam quality is consistent with what a mattress at this price tier should deliver, and the Hybrid model adds pocket spring longevity to the foam layers above.

Nectar best offers

We've managed to find the following top deals from across the web on Nectar mattresses.

Mlily owner satisfaction

Owners rate Mlily well on the whole, and comfort and value for money are what they praise most. "Very comfortable and good quality ensuring a good nights sleep", one wrote, and another called theirs "Really good value compared to major stores". Some are repeat buyers: "We have always used the MLily brand and it's the best by far". Not everyone is happy. Firmness is the main complaint, with some owners finding their mattress firmer than its label ("This mattress was advertised as medium in firmness but is actually firm") and others softer than they expected ("Nowhere near as firm as I was expecting"). Back pain eased for many owners ("Since sleeping on this mattress I've no back ache") but not for all of them, and one was "still suffering from bad back". Some find the memory foam warm, and plenty wish a mattress this heavy had handles.

The 5-year guarantee across most of the range shows genuine manufacturer confidence. The Bamboo+ models have a knitted bamboo cover, which one owner called "very nicely designed and soft to the touch".

Mlily supportiveness

The hybrid construction pairs memory foam comfort layers with micro-pocketed coils wrapped in high-density foam. The wrapping changes how the springs behave, reducing the bounce and motion transfer that conventional pocket springs produce. The result is a supportive but stable surface that suits side sleepers and back sleepers well. The Premier 2000 is the sweet spot for most buyers, with the Hybrid Ice 7000 handling hot sleepers who want cooling gel alongside the hybrid support.

The deep memory foam layers mean the range is less suited to stomach sleepers and restless sleepers who change position frequently during the night. The slower foam response can feel restrictive for sleepers who need to move easily on the mattress surface.

Mlily durability

Most Mlily mattresses use a hybrid construction that combines foam comfort layers with micro-coil structural support, which is the format we expect to deliver better long-term durability than all-foam alternatives at similar pricing. The micro-coil and high-density foam wrapping construction adds structural integrity that pure foam builds cannot match. Owner reviews say little about wear so far. One says theirs "Feels like it's going to last us a good few years", while another exchanged a firm model after the memory foam "created a permanent indent".

The 5-year guarantee is reasonable for the price tier. Chinese manufacturing keeps costs down, and owners often remark on the build: "It's very well made and extremely good value for money", one wrote.

Mlily best offers

We've managed to find the following top deals from across the web on Mlily mattresses.

Corrections

When we get something wrong, we fix it and say so here. All corrections

9 October 2026
We said Nectar sold two mattresses in the UK. It sells memory foam and hybrid models, each in Classic and Premier versions.

Owner reviews of Nectar mattresses

5 Kate S.

My partner and I had the goal to get ourselves a king bed and after hearing good feedback from friends and coworkers we decided Nectar was going to be the one. I experience daily back pain (moderate to constant aching) and knew I wanted something that would be firm enough in support but would also mold enough to my body to support my back (to be frank, I have a larger butt and so getting any support under my lower back requires a pillow typically). I try to sleep on my back to help with my back pain so that was important to me. It was also important that we didn't disrupt each other in the night while tossing and turning as we really value our sleep. The hybrid model is perfect. The king size of course is great for space but even more, due to the memory foam qualities I don't feel it at all when my partner moves in his sleep (he doesn't move often but when he does he sort of flops around so it always woke me up). The combination of the memory foam and the coils is such a great balance of support with softness still. And sleeping on my back is amazing (I almost can't fall asleep any other way now). The memory foam allows you to sink into the bed just enough for it to almost mold to your body and you feel as though you settle in, but the density of the foam in addition to the the coils , provides such great support. I'd never slept on anything besides a traditional springy bed on a box spring so this mattress did take some getting used to. My partner and I took a little over a month, I'd estimate, until we were absolutely sure we loved it. We are so happy with this mattress so far!!! Of course I can't speak to the longevity of the product but I'm not too worried about that based on other reviews I've read. The price was also so great! It's rare to find a king mattress at this price let alone a really good one. Cannot say enough good things about my Nectar.

5 Thomas F.

My wife and I were researching new mattresses for about two months and read over 20 reviews before choosing Nectar’s Premier Hybrid 2. 1 mattress. Some of the reviews stated their reviewers thought the Nectar Premier Hybrid 2. 1 slept “warm to hot,” which was a significant concern of ours. However, the vast majority of the reviews rated the Nectar mattress as their number one pick overall. We now understand why! Until this purchase, we've never purchased a mattress online. However, due to bad experiences shopping retail mattress stores, we both expressed great reluctance to subject ourselves to shopping for a new mattress in a brick and mortar store. Nectar’s "365-Night Trial" and “Forever Warranty” made our decision easier. We’re so glad we chose the Nectar Premier Hybrid 2. 1! We also purchased a Th*** platform bed frame with headboard. After almost two months living with our Nectar mattress and Th*** bed, we’ve found the mattress DOES NOT sleep "warm to hot”! We feel the Nectar Premier Hybrid mattress is sort of the "Momma Bear Mattress"… not too cool, not too warm… just right! Our mattress is relatively firm, our rating would be maybe a 7 to 8 on a scale of 10. But it's a very comfortable firmness that slowly softens after a few minutes to a 6 or 7. Now my wife and I are sleeping better, sleeping through the night, and we both hate to get out of bed in the morning! We’re both very pleased we chose the Nectar Premier Hybrid mattress!

5 Doug H.

Let's start with the Customer Service. The mattress was scheduled for delivery but I had a last minute change to my schedule. Customer Service quickly responded to my request and reschedule delivery for a few days after I returned. No hassle, no angst. As with any boxed mattress, it was a bit of a struggle to get it into the house; after all, it IS kind of heavy. I also had to get our other mattress out of the way. My son helped me with that chore. Unboxing and installing the new mattress was, actually, fairly easy. I did this by myself: and I am 68 years old. It most certainly would have been easier with two people. . . The MOST important thing, though, is how well am I sleeping. This is among the most comfortable mattresses I've ever experienced. I have an arthritic right shoulder and, typically, when I sleep on my right side the shoulder and arm go numb. That has not happened with my new mattress. It has just the right amount of support for my 215 pounds, and I couldn't be more pleased with how it helps keep me just the right temperature. We've had nights with temperatures in the low 50's and I've had the windows open; I was comfortable. We've had nights with temperatures in the 80's and the air conditioning is set to 75 degrees; I was comfortable. I'm so pleased with this mattress and do not hesitate to recommend it to anyone.

2 THOMAS L.

I purchased this for my 60lb 8-year old in twin size. I normally lay down with him to read for a while before bed and was excited to have a comfy new mattress as was he. We were both disappointed when we realized this mattress was as firm as a brick on either side, even for my 190 lb self. I will be looking for a mattress topper on Amazon, as it is quite uncomfortable to lay on.

1 Alissa M.

The mattress is fantastic! We bought it for our son & are so jealous. I’m giving one star because I think this company can afford to be more generous with discounts especially for returning customers. I don’t think you can expect to get a review without a little generosity. Just some feedback for your marketing team to consider. But like I said. . fantastic matress!! Would buy only this brand if the price point wasn’t so high

Owner reviews of Mlily mattresses

5 Pamela

Good Points: So comfortably supportive everywhere that I have found it more comfortable without a pillow than any other bed I have had with a pillow. On my old mattress I was spending half the night in so much pain that I couldn't sleep, or waking in the morning hardly able to move and in pain. It's doing me a lot of good sleeping so much better. The way it's rolled into the packaging makes it easy to get through doorways and around corners into the room. The packaging itself is so good that I am intending to reuse it in some way rather than just throw it out. It comes with an additional envelope-style, good quality mattress protector. I can't say about longevity as I have only had it a few weeks. Improvement Points: I absolutely can't fault it. I am incredibly happy that I chose this one after lots of research and unable to shop in person because of lockdown.

5 Verified Buyer

So comfortably supportive everywhere that I have found it more comfortable without a pillow than any other bed I have had with a pillow. On my old mattress I was spending half the night in so much pain that I couldn't sleep, or waking in the morning hardly able to move and in pain. It's doing me a lot of good sleeping so much better.The way it's rolled into the packaging makes it easy to get through doorways and around corners into the room.The packaging itself is so good that I am intending to reuse it in some way rather than just throw it out.It comes with an additional envelope-style, good quality mattress protector.I can't say about longevity as I have only had it a few weeks.

4 DRam

After several weeks of use, I can confidently say this mattress has been a good investment, though not without a few issues. When it first arrived, it felt quite firm, almost uncomfortably so. But after about a month, it softened up nicely and now offers excellent support without being too rigid. I wake up without any aches or pains, which is a huge relief. Movement isolation is impressive, there’s no bounce or disturbance when shifting positions, making it ideal for light sleepers. However, there are a few practical drawbacks. The mattress is very deep, which makes finding fitted sheets a bit of a challenge. It also lacks handles, so lifting or rotating it is awkward and heavy work. It's worth noting, if you're using slatted bed base, the slats need to be closely spaced, otherwise, you risk voiding the warranty. Overall, it’s a great choice for comfort and support, but be prepared for a bit of a workout when it comes to changing sheets.

2 Sierra

Good Points: It's pleasant to look at and the quality of material is great. it feels fluffy and soft when you lie down on it, if that's what you're after then this ones for you. Improvement Points: I wouldn't say its suitable for back sleepers as it's too soft and it just feels like you're sinking.

1 Mrs ss

We had a king size Hybrid Gel 3000 Mattress mid December 25. Over Christmas I’ve had hip pain so bad I can barely walk and had to take pain killers to ease it. I thought I had something seriously wrong with my hip so slept in the spare bed last night and woke up pain free! My husband had said he’s also been getting hip pain - not as bad as mine, but we’ve concluded we messed up buying this! We laid for some time in the show room at Furniture Village on it and thought it was comfortable, but the reality of overnight is terrible. I’ve read other reviews mentioning hip pain since and it seems a common theme. I would not recommend this mattress.

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