This guide will help you choose the best pillow for your sleep, including memory foam, latex, and down alternatives
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The first step in choosing the right pillow for you is to know your preferred sleeping position (stomach or back). People often change their sleeping positions throughout the night, so a pillow that reacts quickly to these changes is essential. These three pillows are included in the guide. You can also choose from fully adjustable pillows that you can adjust to make it as deep or high as you like. This pillow is almost as if it were a custom-made one.
Side sleepers will feel more comfortable if they have a high-loft pillow. This is to close the space between their shoulders and head when side sleeping. Low profile pillows are better for stomach and back sleepers. They won’t cause neck pain or push the head out of alignment. You’ll find the best pillow for you in our Best Pillows Guide. It includes options that suit all budgets and sleep styles.
TechRadar is a big believer in the importance of sleeping well. A pillow can make a huge difference to your sleep quality. It’s worth taking the time to make sure you get the best pillow. The best-rated Beckham Hotel Collection Gel Pillows are less than $40 each.
You can find bed pillows made of a variety of natural and synthetic materials, depending on your preference. There are many options available, including memory foam, feather, down and Tencel as well as naturally cooling wool. Many of our top-rated choices are also made by big brands like Purple and Casper, two of America’s most popular mattresses. Let’s now take a look at the top pillows this year…
These are the best pillows you can buy right now
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1. Layla Kapok Pillow
Side and back sleepers who are overheated will find the best pillow.
Specifications
Fill: Memory foam with kapok fiber. Fabric: 66% polyester and 30% viscose. Dimensions: 18.5″x28.5″/ 18.5″x36″
There are many reasons to buy
+Controls odors+Cooling performance+Adjustable fill
Avoidable reasons
Care for delicate plants Shop Amazon
Layla Kapok Pillow, a best-selling pillow, features a cover made with copper fibers that provides cooling and antimicrobial properties. The pillow’s copper heat wicks away heat so it is great for people who are hot at night or have a sweaty head.
For three weeks, we slept on the queen-sized Kapok Pillow (king sizes also available). We loved it! It was supportive and comfortable. Our only complaint was that it had to be fluffed every morning to regain its shape.
It stayed cool to touch, which was a good thing.
The pillow’s inner fill is made up of a mix of natural kapok fibers and shredded memory foam. It has a lofty feel that suits side sleepers well. The pillow can be adjusted to your liking by removing and adjusting the fill. This pillow is ideal for back and side sleepers who are prone to heat. We gave it a high rating for cooling, performance and build quality.
- Check out our Layla Kapok pillows review
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2. Coop Home Goods Adjustable Cushion
Best adjustable pillow for all sleep positions
Specifications
Fill: Cross-cut memory foam and microfiber. Fabric: 60% polyester, 40% bamboo-derived viscose silk. Dimensions: 20″x30″/ 20’x36″ Best suited for: All sleepers.Trial: 100 Nights. Warranty: 5 Years. Machine wash (without fill). RRP: $63.99- $66.99
Coop’s adjustable pillows are a great all-rounder. They can be customized to meet your needs. This medium-firm pillow has a removable cover that is made from polyester and bamboo-derived viscose rayon. It is filled with microfiber and cross-cut memory foam.
The Coop is a standard bed pillow. The unique feature of the Coop is the ability to adjust the density and loft of the microfiber or memory foam fill. If you desire a pillow that is super-plump, there’s an additional half-pound of fill.
The pillow is reasonably priced and comes in King and Queen sizes. It also includes a 100-night trial to help you decide if it’s right for you. The warranty is 5-year. Coop recommends this pillow to side sleepers. However, we believe the adjustable nature of the pillow makes it the best for everyone.
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3. Casper Original Pillow
You can switch between positions while you sleep to get the best pillow
Specifications
Fill: MicrofiberFabric: 100% cotton cover, polyester fabric linerDimensions 18″x26″/18″x34″Perfect for: Combination sleepers and people with allergies.Trial: 30 NightsWarranty: One yearCare: Machine wash (withoutfill)RRP $65 – $85.
Casper Original Pillow is as soft as a down pillow due to the millions upon millions of hypoallergenic microfibers used in its filling. Casper Original Pillow’s main selling point is its ability to adapt to different sleeping positions. This makes it a great choice for those who sleep on their backs and move around during the night.
It was extremely soft and comfortable during our testing. There is plenty of support around neck and head to keep things aligned. The soft, comfortable cover is complemented by a percale weave that wicks away sweat to keep our sleepers cool at night.
A two-inch gusset ensures that the pillow is stable and aligns your neck. This design feature may mean that the Casper Original Pillow might not be suitable for side sleepers. It is too stiff or high to be used by side sleepers. If you prefer to sleep on your stomach, you might want something flatter. So consider the low loft option.
Casper’s dual-pillow design makes it a bit more difficult to fluff the pillow. Although we didn’t fluff the test pillow daily, it maintained its shape and comfort well. However, it will become more frequent. It will need to be washed. You can find out how to do it in our How to Wash a Pillow feature. Both layers of the Casper Original Pillow can be machine washed and tumble dried.
- Check out our Casper Original Pillow Review
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4. Beckham Hotel Collection Gel Pillow
For hotel-quality luxury at home, a plump and budget-friendly pillow is the best choice
Specifications
Fill: Gel fiberFabric: 100% cottonDimensions 18″x27″/20″x36″Best for: All sleeping positions: Those on a tight budget. FirmTrial: 30 NightsWarranty: N/ACare : Machine washRRP $39.99 – $59.99 (for 2 pillows)
There are many reasons to buy
+Excellent value for a twin pack+Machine washable+Hypoallergenic alternative to down
Avoidable reasons
Too thick for stomach and back sleepers Amazon View
The Beckham Hotel Collection Gel Pillow will suit you well if you sleep on your side. The Beckham Hotel Collection Gel Pillow is supportive and comfortable for side sleepers. It has a thick construction that holds its shape through the night. It’s hypoallergenic, too.
It is made from special gel-fiber and feels as soft as down, but without any allergy concerns. It is also mold-, mildew, and dust-resistant, making it an ideal choice for anyone who wants to have a healthy sleeping environment.
Beckham Hotel Collection Gel pillows are sold in packs 2 which is a great deal – perfect if you have guest beds and need pillows. These pillows are affordable and will last a long time. These pillows are durable and will keep you comfortable night after night.
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5. Tempur-Pedic Cloud Pillow
The best pillow for stomach and back sleepers
Specifications
Fill: TempurFabric 100% Polyester KnitDimensions 24″ x 25 3/4″ x 5″Best suited for: Back and stomach sleepers; to take on vacationFirmness is soft to medium-softTrial length: 30 NightsWarranty: 5 year limited warrantyCare cover: Machine washableRRP: $89
Pillow loft is essential for any position you sleep in. Side sleepers will need a deeper pillow than side sleepers to prevent your neck from being bent forward, which can cause neck pain. Because of its low profile, the Tempur-Pedic Tempur Cloud pillow is ideal for stomach and back sleepers. Tempur-Pedic calls it extra soft, but we would say it is more soft than medium-soft.
The Tempur Cloud Pillow, like the brand’s pressure-relieving mattresses, is made with NASA-developed Tempur materials. For more customized comfort and support, this pillow adjusts to your head shape for a better night’s sleep. Tempur is pliant and squishy, so you can take it on vacation while still getting a good night of sleep.
It also comes with a removable cover that can be washed in the machine. It’s made of 100% polyester so it is breathable. If you are a hot sleeper, the Eight Sleep Air Carbon Pillow is the best option.
Over 4,880 reviews have been submitted to the Tempur-Pedic Tempur Cloud Pillow (as of December 2021), with more than 3,699 giving it 5 out 5 stars. Although some users complain about the firmness of the pillow, which is not what Tempur promised it would have, most sleepers love its comfort and the cool feeling it gives their heads.
