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Bear Cub Kids Mattress vs Nectar Kids 8" Mattress

The Bear Cub is the sturdier pick for a growing child: a hybrid of pocketed coils and gel memory foam, GREENGUARD Gold certified, no fiberglass, and a 120-night trial. The Nectar Kids 8" is a simpler all-foam mattress with a flippable dual-side design that changes feel as a child grows. Choose the Bear Cub for a first real bed that will last through growth spurts; choose the Nectar Kids if you want a lighter, all-foam mattress with two firmness stages and a lower profile.

  • Choose the Bear Cub if you want a hybrid coil-and-foam kids mattress with GREENGUARD Gold certification, no fiberglass, and a long trial period.
  • Choose the Nectar Kids 8" if you want a low-profile all-foam mattress with a dual-side design that adapts to two stages of childhood.

Prices

  • Bear Cub Kids Mattress: $249.99 at eBay (last seen Nov 8)
  • Nectar Kids 8" Mattress: $254.15 at eBay (last seen Nov 8)
  • Difference: the Bear Cub Kids Mattress is $4.16 cheaper than the Nectar Kids 8" Mattress at the latest prices (Nov 8)
Bear
Bear Cub

Bear Cub Kids Mattress

Bear Cub

$249.99at eBayChecked Nov 8
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Pros
  • Coil core gives more bounce and edge support than foam
  • GREENGUARD Gold certified with low emissions
  • No fiberglass in the build
  • 120-night trial with a break-in period
  • Works for stomach, back and side sleepers
Cons
  • Not removable cover; spot clean only
  • Heavier and harder to move than all-foam
  • Needs rotating every six months
Nectar
Nectar Kids 8"

Nectar Kids 8" Mattress

Nectar Kids 8"

5(2 ratings)
$254.15at eBayChecked Nov 8
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Pros
  • Dual-side design changes feel as a child grows
  • Low 8-inch profile suits bunk beds and low frames
  • All-foam build is light and easy to move
  • Simple four-layer construction
Cons
  • Twin size only
  • No certification or fiberglass statement given
  • No stated trial period
  • Foam edges soften with use

What separates them

Bear Cub Kids MattressNectar Kids 8" Mattress
ConstructionHybrid: pocketed coils plus gel memory foamAll-foam: four layers of gel memory foam
FirmnessMedium-firm, rated 7Medium, dual-side comfort
CertificationsGREENGUARD Gold, no fiberglassNot stated
CoverTencel fibers, quilted, not removablePolyester
ThicknessNot stated; standard hybrid profile8 inches
Trial period120 nights with a 30-night break-inNot stated
SizesTwin and FullTwin only
Edge supportCoils give firmer edgesFoam edges soften over time

Price history

$370.50$33.90
Nov 8Nov 10
  • Bear Cub Kids Mattress: lowest $33.90 on Nov 8 at Amazon; $370.50 on Nov 10.
  • Nectar Kids 8" Mattress: lowest $299.00 on Nov 10 at Walmart.

Prices at every store

Bear Cub Kids Mattress

  • Recovery for AthletesNew

    In stock

    $333.90Free shippingChecked Nov 8
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  • Bear MattressNew

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    $370.50Free shippingChecked Nov 8
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  • eBayNew

    Availability unknownSold by archconnection (99.8% positive, 128,900 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.

    $249.99Free shippingChecked Nov 8
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Nectar Kids 8" Mattress

  • WalmartNew

    In stockSold by Resident

    $299.00Free shippingChecked 7 h ago
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  • Nectar SleepNew

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    $299.00Free shippingChecked 7 h ago
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  • eBayNew

    Availability unknownSold by soareus_llc (99.3% positive, 4,600 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.

    $254.15Free shippingChecked Nov 8
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Specs compared

SpecBear Cub Kids MattressNectar Kids 8" Mattress
Length75" (Twin)75"
Width54" (Full)38"
Cover MaterialTencel fibersPolyester
Fill MaterialFoamGel Memory
Age RangeKidsKid
Firmness LevelMedium-firm—
Mattress TypeHybrid—
TypeMattress—
CertificationsGREENGUARD Gold Certified—
Sleep PositionStomach sleeper, Back sleeper, Side sleeper—
Core MaterialFoam—
MaterialFoam—
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SpecBear Cub Kids MattressNectar Kids 8" Mattress
Care InstructionsVacuum the surface, Rotate it every six months,…—
Coil TypePocketed coils—
Construction HighlightsQuilted—
Fill TypeGel memory foam—
Fill StylePlush—
Fill Specialty StyleHypoallergenic—
Removable CoverNo—
For KidsYes—
For RVYes—
Typical Users

What reviewers say

Nectar Kids 8" Mattress

What people mention
  • Dual-sided comfortPraisedParents like being able to flip the mattress to a different feel as their child grows.
  • CoolingPraisedThe gel memory foam is described as sleeping cooler than basic foam mattresses.
  • CoverCriticisedThe polyester cover is not waterproof, so spills and accidents soak into the foam.
  • FirmnessMixedThe medium feel suits younger children but some parents find it too soft for heavier kids.

Questions and answers

Which is better for a first bed?
The Bear Cub. Its coil core holds up better to jumping and daily use, and it comes in Twin and Full with a 120-night trial.
Which lasts longer?
The Bear Cub is likely to hold its shape longer because pocketed coils resist sagging better than an all-foam core. The Nectar Kids is lighter but its foam edges soften over time.
Is the Nectar Kids worth stepping up to?
Only if you want the dual-side design. The Bear Cub offers more certifications, a longer trial and a sturdier build for the same job.
Which is better for a bunk bed?
The Nectar Kids, at 8 inches thick, fits lower rails and ladders more easily. The Bear Cub is a standard hybrid height.
Which is safer for a child with allergies?
The Bear Cub. It is GREENGUARD Gold certified, hypoallergenic and made without fiberglass. Nectar does not state certifications for the Kids 8".
Does either come in Full size?
The Bear Cub comes in Twin and Full. The Nectar Kids 8" is listed in Twin only.

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Firmness OptionsFirm (7)—
Thickness—8"
Size—Twin
Firmness—Medium
Number of layers—4
Construction type—Memory Foam
color—White