# Glacier Apex (Medium) vs Nectar Luxe Hybrid: Firmness, Price, and Construction Compared

Canonical: https://squishmat.com/compare/glacier-apex-medium-vs-nectar-luxe-hybrid · Data refreshed 2026-09-15 · Source: SquishMat

These two are close substitutes on paper — the spec table below shows where they differ.

## Full spec table

| Spec | Glacier Apex (Medium) | Nectar Luxe Hybrid |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Type | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Firmness | 5/10 | 5/10 |
| Height | 14" | 13.5" |
| Queen price | $1,599 | $1,649 |
| Price range (all sizes) | $1,049–$1,999 | $1,199–$1,899 |
| Foam densities (lb/ft³, top → bottom) | 1.8 / 3.5 / 2.5 / 1.8 | 2.3 / 1.9 / 1.7 |
| Coil gauge | 15 | 13.5 |
| Coil count (queen) | — | — |
| Cooling | 6/10 | 6/10 |
| Motion isolation | 6/10 | 6/10 |
| Edge support | 7/10 | 8/10 |
| Pressure relief | 9/10 | 9/10 |
| Support | 8/10 | 9/10 |
| Natural materials | 3/10 | 3/10 |
| Notable features | Flagship cooling hybrid, Double memory foam comfort layers, glacierTech cooling cover, Plush euro-top 14" profile | Tallest Nectar hybrid at 13.5", Triple the memory foam of the Classic, Cooling fiber cover, Medium plush-leaning feel |
| Spec source | NapLab | NapLab |

## Key differences

- The Nectar Luxe Hybrid runs thicker support coils (13.5-gauge vs 15-gauge — lower gauge means thicker, firmer wire).

## Who each mattress is for

**Glacier Apex (Medium):** The Glacier Apex (Medium) has a medium feel that works for many side and back sleepers, and for combination sleepers who switch positions. Strengths: Excellent pressure relief at the shoulders and hips; Strong, even support that keeps the spine aligned.

**Nectar Luxe Hybrid:** The Nectar Luxe Hybrid has a medium feel that works for many side and back sleepers, and for combination sleepers who switch positions. Strengths: Excellent pressure relief at the shoulders and hips; Strong, even support that keeps the spine aligned; Sturdy edges that make the full surface usable.

## FAQ

### Which is firmer, the Glacier Apex (Medium) or the Nectar Luxe Hybrid?

They rate the same: both are a 5/10 on the firmness scale, a medium feel that works for many side and back sleepers, and for combination sleepers who switch positions.

### Which is cheaper, the Glacier Apex (Medium) or the Nectar Luxe Hybrid?

The Glacier Apex (Medium) is cheaper in a queen: $1,599 versus $1,649, as of 2026-09-15.

### What is the main construction difference between the Glacier Apex (Medium) and the Nectar Luxe Hybrid?

Both are hybrid builds; the biggest spec difference is the support core — the Nectar Luxe Hybrid uses thicker coils. Full specs are in the table above.

## More

- [Glacier Apex (Medium) — full specs](https://squishmat.com/mattresses/glacier-apex-medium)
- [Nectar Luxe Hybrid — full specs](https://squishmat.com/mattresses/nectar-luxe-hybrid)
- [Comparison matrix: every mattress we track](https://squishmat.com/compare)

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