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Being able to adjust the angle at which you rest can be a great way to optimize your sleep experience — perhaps that’s why adjustable bed frames have become so popular. Picture it: you’re catching up on your favorite shows, sipping some tea, and enjoying a massage, all without leaving the comfort of your bedroom. Sounds pretty dreamy, right?
In this review, I’ll be taking a close look at the adjustable base from Nectar Sleep. Now, many of you may already be familiar with Nectar’s mattress, as the brand has swiftly risen in popularity since its founding in 2017. And since Sleepopolis has already tested and reviewed the Nectar mattress, this review is all about that base. So, let’s take a look at how to set it up, how it works, and all the fun features it has to offer.
If you like to sit up in bed or are in search of various features, like an anti-snore position or massaging, then the Nectar Adjustable Bed could be for you.
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Before I show you how to set up Nectar’s adjustable base, just remember that while this base was built with the Nectar mattress in mind, you don’t need a Nectar mattress to enjoy it. Feel free to use any mattress compatible with the dimensions of the frame (sizes include twin XL, full, queen, and split king).
Assembling the Nectar adjustable base is relatively simple, and no tools are required. Every base comes with easy-to-follow assembly instructions. In total, it took two of us about 8.5 minutes to assemble it. However, because it’s mostly made of metal, it’s quite heavy, with a queen size weighing about 149 pounds. Because of that, we do urge you to enlist some help from friends.
We recommend following the directions Nectar provides, but let me give you a sense of what setup looks like:
And just like that, you’re ready to enjoy your adjustable base.
If you like to sit up in bed or are in search of various features, like an anti-snore position or massaging, then the Nectar Adjustable Bed could be for you.
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Okay, the hard part is over, and your base is ready for action. So, all that’s left to do is navigate your remote control.
Every Nectar adjustable base comes with one remote control (AA batteries included), and it’s already synced and ready to use. I was happy to see that the buttons are self-explanatory, especially considering there are 19 of them! But if you do get confused, there is a labeled picture of the remote on the back of your assembly instruction manual, indicating exactly what each button does.
If you have trouble remembering where exactly you last threw your remote, have no fear. The Nectar Adjustable Base is now able to be controlled using an app. This app has all the same features and buttons as the remote, but you don’t have to worry about losing it between your cushions. Just keep your phone nearby, and you’ll be good to go.
Starting with the basics — sleepers have the option to raise and lower the head and/or foot of the bed. To raise the head of the base, click the upward arrow on the button that reads, “head,” and to lower it, press the downward arrow. Same thing goes for the foot of the base — just use the arrows on the button that reads, “foot.”
No matter which end of the base you’re adjusting, hold the button down until you’ve reached your desired position. When you release your finger from the button, the base will stop moving. But when you do find that perfect position, you can easily save it to your remote. This adjustable frame comes with one customizable position preset. So, when you find your ideal comfort zone, you don’t have to worry about finding those exact angles again. Just push one button, and you’re good to go.
In my experience testing this base, it was fairly quiet when switching positions and moving the head and feet up and down. However, the massage setting (which we’ll talk about later) was pretty noisy and rumbly. This isn’t a dealbreaker by any means, but it is something to keep in mind when deciding which presets to use at which times.
Need a mattress to go with your new base? Read our full Nectar mattress review.
We’ve seen how you can personalize your perfect positions, but the Nectar adjustable base comes with some preset features of its own.
The top row of buttons on the remote each access a position preset by Nectar. In order to switch to these presets, you only need to press each button once, and when you do, the base will automatically transition to that position. These presets include a TV-watching preset, reading preset, and, of course, a flat surface preset. All of these are programmed into both the remote and the app, so you can easily find them when you’re ready to switch it up.
The Nectar Adjustable Base also has some more unique settings that come with it, which aren’t found in most frames.
The “Anti-Snore” button takes the base to a position with the foot totally flat, and the head just slightly raised. As the name suggests, this is meant to reduce snoring, as sleeping with your head somewhat elevated has been shown to help keep your breathing clear. But don’t worry — the Anti-Snore position is still flat enough so that sleepers can roll around during the course of their slumber. We recommend talking to your doctor first, though, if you plan on using this base to help with snoring.
There’s the “ZG” button (which stands for Zero Gravity). This setting takes the base to a position that’s meant to make the sleeper feel “weightless.” How, you ask? Well, both the head and foot of the base raise in a way that’s designed to optimize weight distribution, enhance blood flow, and provide this feeling of floating on top of the mattress. Personally, I found this position to offer the most pressure relief for my lower back.
If you like to sit up in bed or are in search of various features, like an anti-snore position or massaging, then the Nectar Adjustable Bed could be for you.
