Expert-tested recommendations for every sleep style and budget
| Pillow | Type | Price | Best For | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tempur-Pedic TEMPUR-Cloud | Memory Foam | $149-$249 | Back/Side Sleepers | ★★★★★ 4.8/5 |
| Purple Harmony Pillow | Gel-Flex | $99-$129 | Hot Sleepers | ★★★★☆ 4.6/5 |
| Casper Original Pillow | Polyfoam | $95-$125 | Budget-Conscious | ★★★★☆ 4.5/5 |
| Layla Kapok Pillow | Copper-infused | $79-$99 | Adjustable Support | ★★★★☆ 4.4/5 |
| Brooklyn Bedding Luxe | Hybrid | $69-$89 | Value Seekers | ★★★★☆ 4.3/5 |
$149-$249
The TEMPUR-Cloud combines pressure-relieving memory foam with excellent neck support. Perfect for side and back sleepers who need contouring comfort.
Exceptional support, durable, temperature-neutral, reduces motion transfer
Premium price, may take time to adjust to firmness
$99-$129
Purple's innovative Gel-Flex grid technology provides exceptional cooling with responsive support. Ideal for hot sleepers and combination sleepers.
Stays cool, responsive support, good value, easy to clean
May feel firm initially, not ideal for stomach sleepers
$95-$125
Casper's balanced design offers pillow comfort without the premium price tag. Great all-around pillow for most sleepers.
Affordable, versatile, good support, easy care
Not specialized for specific needs, may compress over time
$79-$99
The adjustable Layla Pillow lets you customize support by removing fill. Copper infusion adds cooling and antimicrobial benefits.
Customizable, good cooling, antimicrobial, great value
Fill removal can be messy, not ideal for stomach sleepers
$69-$89
Best budget pillow for value seekers. Hybrid construction offers balance of comfort and support at an unbeatable price.
Excellent value, lightweight, versatile support
May not last as long as premium options, less specialized
Most pillows last 1-3 years. Premium pillows can last 5-10 years. Replace when they no longer provide support or comfort, or show visible wear.
Not necessarily. Quality mid-range pillows ($80-150) offer excellent value. Choose based on your needs and budget. Expensive doesn't always mean better.
Yes. Proper pillow support can reduce neck strain. Look for pillows with good neck support and choose one suited to your sleep position.
For most people, yes. Memory foam provides excellent pressure relief and support. They're more durable than traditional pillows but may sleep hot.
Loft refers to pillow thickness. Low loft (2-3") for stomach sleepers, medium (3-4") for back sleepers, high (4-5"+) for side sleepers.