# Glacier Summit vs Nectar Premier Hybrid: Firmness, Price, and Construction Compared

Canonical: https://squishmat.com/compare/glacier-summit-vs-nectar-premier-hybrid · Data refreshed 2026-10-02 · Source: SquishMat

They're priced closely — the real difference is feel: the Glacier Summit is the firmer of the two.

## Full spec table

| Spec | Glacier Summit | Nectar Premier Hybrid |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Type | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Firmness | 6/10 | 5/10 |
| Height | 13" | 13" |
| Queen price | $1,199 | $1,199 |
| Price range (all sizes) | $799–$1,499 | $799–$1,399 |
| Foam densities (lb/ft³, top → bottom) | 1.8 / 2.5 / 1.8 | 2.5 / 1.6 / 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 | Mid-tier cooling hybrid, 2" memory foam comfort layer, glacierTech Elite cover, Six-layer cooling design | Thicker memory foam comfort system, Cooling cover fabric, 8" pocketed coil core, Deep contouring medium feel |
| Spec source | NapLab | NapLab |

## Key differences

- The Glacier Summit is a step firmer (6/10 vs 5/10), so it suits sleepers who want a bit more pushback.
- The Nectar Premier Hybrid runs thicker support coils (13.5-gauge vs 15-gauge — lower gauge means thicker, firmer wire).

## Who each mattress is for

**Glacier Summit:** The Glacier Summit 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 Premier Hybrid:** The Nectar Premier 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 Summit or the Nectar Premier Hybrid?

The Glacier Summit is firmer at 6/10 versus 5/10 for the Nectar Premier Hybrid.

### Which is cheaper, the Glacier Summit or the Nectar Premier Hybrid?

They cost the same in a queen: $1,199 as of 2026-10-02.

### What is the main construction difference between the Glacier Summit and the Nectar Premier Hybrid?

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

## More

- [Glacier Summit — full specs](https://squishmat.com/mattresses/glacier-summit)
- [Nectar Premier Hybrid — full specs](https://squishmat.com/mattresses/nectar-premier-hybrid)
- [Comparison matrix: every mattress we track](https://squishmat.com/compare)

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