Best Pillows of 2022

Best Overall

Saatva Latex Pillow

Price: $165 - Queen $185 - King

Fill: Shredded 100% American Talalay latex and down alternative

Firmness: Medium Soft

Who it's best for:

• People who tend to sleep hot
• Combination sleepers
• Consumers who prefer buying products with organic components

Highlights:

• Shredded Talalay latex core offers a balance of contouring and responsiveness
• Removable outer pillow for adjustable loft
• Optional pillowcases made of silky-soft organic cotton

Saatva is best known for luxury sleep products made from premium materials. The Saatva Latex Pillow is a prime example of the brand’s commitment to quality and sustainable production. We found the pillow quite balanced, with plenty of cushioning for the head and neck without sacrificing support. At 8 inches thick, the Latex Pillow is among the loftiest we’ve tested firsthand.

How It Performed

Our side sleepers enjoyed the Latex Pillow’s high-loft profile. We’ve found people who primarily use the side position need thick pillows to fill the gap between their head and downward-facing shoulder, which in turn promotes even alignment. Some of our back sleepers also enjoyed the pillow, while the stomach sleepers on our team found it a bit too thick.

Shredded fill makes the pillow quite moldable and snuggly, but we also noticed decent shape retention due to the chambered design. Temperature control was another highlight during our tests. Air circulates nicely throughout the inner chamber to minimize heat retention, and the breathable cover also helps ensure consistent cooling.

What It’s Made of

The Saatva Latex Pillow features shredded Talalay latex in the core chamber, and down-like microdenier fibers in the outer chamber. Latex is highly responsive compared to foam, so the pillow shouldn’t sink too much beneath your head and neck, but the microdenier chamber keeps the surface invitingly plush. An organic cotton sateen cover encases the fill. After separating the three components, you can wash and dry the cover and microdenier in your household machines.

The Latex Pillow is competitively priced, and Saatva offers substantial discounts if you include two pillows with your purchase. Queen and king sizes are available. Shipping is free for customers in the contiguous U.S. and provincial Canada. Your order includes a 45-night sleep trial and a 1-year warranty against structural and material defects.

Best Value

Silk & Snow Pillow

Price: $75 - Standard $85 - King

Fill: Shredded memory foam core with down alternative microfiber outer chamber

Firmness: Medium

Who it's best for:

• People whose pillow thickness preferences vary from night to night
• Those who need extra cushioning for their head and neck
• Value seekers

Highlights:

• Side and back sleepers
• People who usually sleep hot on memory foam pillows
• Value seekers

If you’re shopping with a limited budget, you may find that low-cost pillows sacrifice quality to carry an affordable cost. The Silk & Snow is a notable exception. With an adjustable core and chambered design to cushion your head and neck, the pillow is thoughtfully constructed and practical if you frequently change your pillow’s thickness and firmness.

How It Performed

To accurately evaluate the Silk & Snow Pillow, our tests involved multiple loft adjustments. The side sleepers on our team preferred the pillow’s fill at maximum volume, whereas our back sleepers needed to remove some of the foam to avoid neck strain. For our stomach sleepers, the pillow felt most comfortable when the core chamber was half full.

For the remainder of our tests, we evaluated the pillow at about 90% volume. The shredded foam and synthetic down outer chamber gave the pillow an exceptionally moldable feel, and the chambered design helped to distribute the fill evenly and maintain a full shape. Thanks to the cotton cover, none of our testers felt excessively hot.

What It’s Made of

The core contains shredded memory foam that provides deep cushioning and close contouring for your head and neck. In the outer chamber, microfiber fill creates a down-like softness. The cover is composed of crisp cotton percale. You may machine wash the cover, but should avoid exposing the other components to water.

To adjust the loft, simply unzip the cover and inner pouch containing the foam. We recommend using a receptacle if you are removing foam, as the strands can create a mess. Silk & Snow does not sell additional foam fill in bulk.

Not only does the Silk & Snow Pillow carry an affordable price-point, but shipping is free of charge to all customers in the contiguous U.S. and provincial Canada. The company’s sleep trial runs for 100 nights, and you may return the pillow for a full refund after testing it for 30 nights. Those who keep their pillow also receive a 3-year warranty.

Most Comfortable

Brooklinen Down Pillow

Price: $69-$99 - Standard $89-$119 - King

Fill: Canadian white down with feather core

Firmness: Plush, Mid-Plush, Firm

Who it's best for:

• Sleepers who aren’t sure about their ideal pillow firmness
• Value seekers
• Shoppers looking for a pillow with a long sleep trial

Highlights:

• Three firmness options to suit different sleeper preferences
• Down and feather clusters with a cotton sateen shell ensure a soft, cloud-like feel
• Each order comes with a trial period spanning an entire year

Brooklinen delivers everything we love about down pillows — a plush, cloud-like feel with chambered construction to keep your head aloft and a breathable cover that reduces heat retention. The pillow is available in three density levels, each with a distinct firmness to accommodate different sleep positions.

How It Performed

Our testers evaluated all three of the Brooklinen Down Pillow’s density levels. The Plush pillow is the softest option, resulting in notable sinkage and minimal neck strain for our stomach sleepers. If you sleep on your side, we recommend the Firm pillow for its high loft. Our back sleepers awarded the highest ratings to the Mid-Plush feel, but this pillow is suitable for anyone who wants a compromise between soft cushioning and strong support.

Each density has a different construction, but we found all three pillows quite moldable and snuggly. The chambered design also helps maintain a full shape. That said, Brooklinen recommends daily fluffing to distribute the fill. While the down retains some heat, the breathable cover promotes cooling and none of our testers found the pillows overly warm.

What It’s Made of

Each of the three Brooklinen Down Pillows has a unique construction. The Plush design only contains down, creating an exceptionally soft surface for your head and neck. Mid-Plush pillows are structured with feather cores and down outer chambers. Since feathers provide better support, this design provides excellent cushioning without sinking too much. The Firm pillow also has a chambered design, but with a higher ratio of feathers to elevate your head even further.

Silky-smooth cotton covers encase the fill. To avoid damaging the down and feathers, you should only spot clean the pillow if stains occur. Dry cleaning is another option. Standard and king sizes are available.

The Brooklinen Down Pillow is reasonably priced and you’ll receive a discount when ordering two or four. Shipping is free for all customers in the contiguous U.S. Brooklinen’s 365-night sleep trial is one of the longest in the online bedding industry, and the pillow is backed by an additional year of warranty coverage against structural defects.

Best Luxury

Cozy Earth Silk Pillow

Price: $279 - Standard $329 - King

Fill: 100% long-strand mulberry silk

Firmness: Medium soft

Who it's best for:

• Hot sleepers
• Those who prefer to use very soft pillows
• High-end shoppers

Highlights:

• Mulberry silk fill is both plush and durable
• Cover composed of breathable, moisture-wicking viscose derived from bamboo
• Excellent shape retention and little to no flattening

Mulberry silk is one of the most luxurious bedding materials on the planet. As such, products made from this material tend to be fairly expensive. The Cozy Earth Silk Pillow delivers exceptional softness, cooling, and overall comfort, yet carries a price-point that’s accessible to many shoppers. Above-average durability also makes this pillow a solid long-term investment.

How It Performed

Our testers found the Cozy Earth Silk Pillow quite soft, yet the silk fibers didn’t sink too much and overall support was excellent. A mid-range loft made the pillow best suited to the back sleepers on our team, though it also earned favorable ratings from some of our side and stomach sleepers.

During our temperature control tests, we found the pillow very breathable. Our testers attribute this to silk’s natural cooling properties and the moisture-wicking cover. Shape retention is another strong point. The silk shouldn’t clump or flatten even after years of use — in fact, this is a defect covered under Cozy Earth’s warranty — but the fill still gives the pillow a plush, moldable feel.

What It’s Made of

Long strands of mulberry silk comprise the pillow’s fill. Silk is an ideal pillow material if you enjoy soft surfaces for your head and neck, but also want consistent shape retention and breathability. The cover is made of viscose derived from bamboo. A sateen weave gives the cover fabric a silky-smooth feel that’s ideal if you have sensitive skin. You can machine wash the pillow if needed, but Cozy Earth recommends spot cleaning or dry cleaning instead. Standard and king sizes are available.

Shipping is free for orders in the contiguous U.S. Your order comes with a sleep trial spanning 100 nights in length. If you decide to keep your Silk Pillow, Cozy Earth backs your purchase with a 10-year warranty against shifting fill, pilling, and other material defects.

Best for Neck Pain

Layla Kapok Pillow

Price: $109 - Queen $129 - King

Fill: Shredded memory foam and kapok tree fiber blend

Firmness: Medium Soft

Who it's best for:

• Those seeking an adjustable pillow
• Side and back sleepers
• Individuals who normally sleep hot on memory foam

Highlights:

• High-loft design supports and contours to the neck, reducing pressure and improving spinal alignment
• Copper-infused memory foam regulates temperature
• Generous 5-year warranty and 120-night money-back guarantee

Fibers from the kapok tree offer the same softness and lightness as real down, but without triggering allergy symptoms or using animal-based materials. The Layla Kapok Pillow combines this material with shredded memory foam to create a supremely soft feel. We recommend the pillow to anyone who needs a plush surface to alleviate neck and shoulder pain.

How It Performed

Since the Layla Kapok Pillow offers adjustable loft, our testers evaluated multiple profiles. The stomach sleepers on our team preferred a mid-level profile with roughly half of the fill removed. For our back sleepers, three-quarters of the fill provided enough loft without elevating the head too much, while our side sleepers preferred the pillow’s fill at full volume.

Breathability proved to be one of the pillow’s biggest strengths during our tests. The shredded fill promotes steady airflow, and the cover is both breathable and moisture-wicking. We also found the pillow quite moldable and snuggly. If the Kapok Pillow feels uncomfortable at first, try removing some of the fill to lower the profile.

What It’s Made of

The fill consists of shredded memory foam and kapok fibers. This blend provides even contouring and exceptional softness, making this pillow the best of both worlds for people who need pressure relief and support. A cover made of poly-viscose encases the fill. The cover fabric is infused with copper for extra cooling. You can machine wash the cover, but first you should separate it from the inner pouch containing the fill. Queen and king sizes are available.

The Kapok Pillow is competitively priced and Layla offers free ground shipping throughout the contiguous U.S. Each purchase includes a 120-night trial. If you decide to keep the pillow, you’ll also receive a 5-year manufacturer’s warranty.

Best for Side Sleepers

Eli & Elm Cotton Side-Sleeper Pillow

Price: $125

Fill: 75% Latex and 25% Polyester Fiber

Firmness: Medium, adjustable

Who it's best for:

• Those who normally sleep hot
• Side sleepers with frequent neck or shoulder pain
• Value seekers

Highlights:

• Ergonomic shape promotes even spinal alignment for left and right side sleepers
• Latex and fiber fill blend can be added or removed to optimize the pillow’s loft
• Breathable components help the pillow resist overheating and sleep cool

If you sleep on your side, you’ll probably feel most comfortable on a high-loft pillow that fills the space between your head and downward-facing shoulder — but this isn’t always the case. Regardless of your personal preferences, the Eli & Elm Cotton Side-Sleeper Pillow features an adjustable design that lets you customize the profile to your liking. The pillow’s ergonomic shape also aligns the neck and shoulders with the rest of your spine, reducing pressure in these areas while you sleep.

How It Performed

Not surprisingly, the side sleepers on our team all felt comfortable on the pillow. We were particularly impressed with how the pillow’s ergonomic shape promoted even spinal alignment — a constant struggle for side sleepers who use traditional rectangular pillows. Our back sleepers also enjoyed the pillow, though they preferred less fill and lower loft than their side-sleeping counterparts.

The fill didn’t retain too much heat during our temperature control tests and the cotton-blend cover is highly breathable, so we recommend the pillow to hot sleepers and those who reside in warm or humid climates. We also found that the pillow provides above-average support compared to adjustable models with foam fill. The latex has some springiness to keep your head aloft and prevent uncomfortable sinkage.

What It’s Made of

The Cotton Side-Sleeper Pillow’s fill blend contains 75% shredded latex and 25% down alternative fibers. Although the higher ratio of latex makes the pillow feel responsive, the fibers add a touch of softness to cushion your head and neck. The oblong shape is designed to support your head and neck while bending around your shoulders to ensure even alignment for side sleepers.

You can unzip the cotton cover to add or remove fill as needed, and Eli & Elm sells extra fill if you want to replenish your supply. The cover is fully machine-washable. For added protection, you can purchase a matching pillowcase.

The Cotton Side-Sleeper Pillow is reasonably priced, and you’ll receive a substantial discount if you order two pillows. Standard ground delivery is free for most customers in the contiguous U.S., but California residents must pay shipping fees. Each purchase is backed by a 45-night trial period and a 5-year manufacturer’s warranty.

Best for Combination Sleepers

Brooklyn Bedding Talalay Latex Pillow

Price: $89 - Queen $99 - King

Fill: Talalay latex foam

Firmness: Medium firm

Who it's best for:

• Hot sleepers
• Those who find foam pillows too soft or squishy
• Value seekers

Highlights:

• Solid latex cushions and contours to the head and neck while maintaining even support
• Excellent cooling thanks to ventilated core and breathable organic cotton cover
• Two loft options to accommodate different sleep positions

Combination sleepers who frequently switch positions should invest in a pillow that feels comfortable whether they’re lying on their side, back, or stomach. The Brooklyn Bedding Talalay Latex Pillow should meet the needs of most combination sleepers. Available in high- or low-loft designs, the pillow cushions the head and neck without molding too closely and the ventilated core significantly reduces heat retention.

How It Performed

We tested both loft options for the Talalay Latex Pillow. The high-loft pillow was most popular among our side sleepers, while our stomach sleepers preferred the low-loft design. Our back sleepers felt equally comfortable on both. We recommend the low-loft pillow for combination sleepers who switch between back and stomach positions, and the high-loft pillow for those who switch between side and back positions.

Our testers noticed little to no heat absorption, which we’ve attributed to the ventilated latex core and breathable, moisture-wicking cover. Shape retention was another highlight during our tests. Since the pillow consists of a single piece of latex, you shouldn’t need to fluff the pillow to maintain a full shape.

What It’s Made of

The pillow contains solid Talalay latex, a material known for natural responsiveness and gentle contouring. The latex is ventilated with small holes to promote air circulation and minimize heat retention. An organic cotton cover encases the latex. You may remove and machine wash the cover as needed.

The low-loft pillow measures 4 inches thick, and the high-loft pillow measures 6 inches thick. Queen and king sizes are available.

The Talalay Latex Pillow is affordably priced in all sizes and loft dimensions, and shipping is free of charge throughout the contiguous U.S. Brooklyn Bedding’s trial period for pillows begins on the date of purchase and runs for 30 nights. If you decide to keep the pillow, you’ll also receive a 3-year warranty against material defects.

Best Cooling

SHEEX Infinite Zen Performance Pillow

Price: $139 - Standard/Queen

Fill: Solid memory foam

Firmness: Medium firm

Who it's best for:

• Hot sleepers
• Sleepers who often experience neck pain
• Back and side sleepers

Highlights:

• Cooling gel layer designed to disperse heat
• Solid memory foam construction adapts to the head and neck to relieve pressure
• Breathable knit cover with proprietary cooling fibers

Memory foam pillows have earned a bad rap for sleeping hot, but some models feature cooling components to offset the foam’s heat-retaining properties and keep you comfortable at night. The SHEEX Infinite Zen Performance Pillow strikes a nice balance between temperature control and pressure relief. Plush memory foam conforms closely to ease tension and reduce pressure in your head, neck, and shoulders, but cooling materials in the cover and inner chamber help ensure you won’t overheat.

How It Performed

Thanks to its 5-inch profile, the Infinite Zen Performance Pillow earned favorable ratings from the back sleepers on our team. Some of our side sleepers also received enough loft from the pillow. While the pillow is probably too thick for most stomach sleepers, it may be suitable for those who use this position and prefer soft surfaces when lying face-down.

In addition to performing well during our temperature control tests, the pillow also displayed excellent shape retention — a shared quality among most models with solid memory foam. Pressure buildup was minimal for our side and back sleepers. There was some initial off-gassing odor, but the smells weren’t excessive.

What It’s Made of

The Infinite Zen Performance Pillow features a solid memory foam core coated in cooling gel meant to dissipate heat on contact. We’ve rated the pillow as medium soft due to the close contouring and deep cushioning our testers received. A 2-inch gusset helps the pillow maintain a full shape.

The cover is composed of a polyester-polyethylene fabric blend engineered for exceptional breathability. A jacquard knit adds to the pillow’s soft feel. You can remove and machine wash the cover as needed, but the foam should only be spot cleaned if stains occur.

The Infinite Zen Performance Pillow carries an approachable price-point and most U.S. orders qualify for affordable flat-rate shipping. SHEEX’s sleep trial runs for 60 nights beginning on the purchase date. If you decide to keep your pillow, it’s also covered under a 1-year manufacturer’s warranty.

Best Neck Support

Luxome LAYR Customizable Pillow

Price: $100 - Standard/Queen $115 - King

Fill: Down alternative, shredded gel-infused memory foam, solid gel-infused memory foam

Firmness: Adjustable

Who it's best for:

• People whose pillow thickness and firmness preferences vary from night to night
• Combination sleepers
• Those who typically find memory foam pillows too hot

Highlights:

• Each purchase comes with soft, medium, and firm inserts to adjust the firmness and loft
• Shell composed of breathable, moisture-wicking viscose derived from bamboo
• Shoppers save 50% on second pillow when they purchase two

A pillow with good neck support can greatly reduce pain and pressure buildup that occurs while you sleep. The Luxome LAYR comes with four different inserts, allowing you to customize the feel and loft based on your personal preferences and sleep position. This level of adjustability makes the LAYR suitable for side, back, stomach, and combination sleepers.

How It Performed

Our team tested most of the LAYR’s insert combinations to get a sense of the pillow’s overall performance. Side sleepers on our team felt comfortable with most or all of the inserts in place, and preferred the shredded foam or down alternative inserts on top. Our back sleepers were a little more divided between using both solid foam inserts or the shredded foam and fiber inserts, but all agreed two was ideal. For our stomach sleepers, a single insert — down alternative, in most cases — felt most comfortable.

How well the pillow performs largely depends on which inserts you use. The down alternative insert retains less heat than the others, so this may be the best top layer if you’re a hot sleeper — though the vented, moisture-wicking cover kept most of our testers cool and comfortable no matter which inserts they used. Those who feel pain and pressure points in their neck and shoulders should get adequate relief from the solid foam or shredded foam inserts.

What It’s Made of

Each LAYR comes with inserts containing down alternative fibers, shredded memory foam, and solid memory foam. For the latter, you’ll receive inserts measuring 1 inch and 2 inches thick. You can add, remove, and rearrange the inserts to achieve the most comfortable configuration. Each insert is encased in a pouch to keep the materials hygienic and easy to separate.

A cover made of bamboo-derived viscose encases the inserts. This fabric is highly breathable and has moisture-wicking properties. Ventilated side panels provide additional cooling. The cover and insert pouches are fully machine-washable, but you should avoid laundering the inserts themselves. Standard and king sizes are available.

The LAYR is very reasonably priced compared to other customizable pillows we’ve tested, and you’ll receive a significant discount if you order two pillows. Standard shipping is free for customers in the contiguous U.S. Luxome allows you to return undamaged pillows within 30 days of delivery.

Best Hotel-Style

Sweet Zzz Plant-Based Pillow

Price: $99 - Queen $119 - King

Fill: Plant-based down alternative fibers

Firmness: Medium

Who it's best for:

• Side and back sleepers
• People with persistent neck pain
• Hot sleepers

Highlights:

• Breathable cotton cover helps regulate temperature
• Plant-based down alternative fibers cushion the head and neck to relieve pressure
• 50-day return period

The hotel-style Sweet Zzz Plant-Based Pillow uses a plant-based down alternative derived from soybeans to create a well-cushioned sleep surface. Animal-conscious shoppers and people with down allergies should appreciate this pick.

How It Performed

A medium feel and 5- to 6-inch loft made the Plant-Based Pillow a hit with our side and back sleepers. Our side sleepers found the profile thick enough to maintain proper alignment, while the plush down alternative fill cushioned the head and neck to relieve pressure. Our back sleepers also felt comfortable. If you sleep on your stomach, you may find the pillow cranes your neck too high and causes discomfort.

We also recommend the pillow for hot sleepers, thanks to the naturally breathable materials. Our heat guns detected very little heat buildup on the pillow’s surface. The fiberfill also made the pillow quite moldable during our tests, which is great if you prefer to snuggle your pillow at night.

What It’s Made of

The outer chamber is filled with plush fibers to give extra cushioning for the head and neck. Meanwhile, denser fibers in the inner chamber prevent the pillow from sinking too deeply. A breathable shell made from natural cotton keeps your head cool throughout the night. You can machine-wash the pillow for easy care. Simply wash on a gentle cycle and tumble dry on low heat.

Standard and king sizes are available. Sweet Zzz ships free to customers living in the contiguous U.S. The pillow comes with a 50-night sleep trial and a 1-year warranty against structural defects.

Best for Back and Stomach Sleepers

Tempur-Pedic TEMPUR-Cloud Pillow

Price: $79 - Standard/Queen

Fill: Solid Memory Foam

Firmness: Extra Soft

Who it's best for:

• Back and stomach sleepers
• Frequent travelers
• People who experience neck pain during sleep

Highlights:

• Extra soft foam conforms closely
• 5-inch loft provides consistent neck support
• Compressive and easy to pack

Back and stomach sleepers generally prefer pillows with low to mid-range profiles. The TEMPUR-Cloud from Tempur-Pedic has a 5-inch profile, which is on the thicker side, but its soft memory foam core molds closely to your head and neck. This allows the pillow to compress a bit, but the foam has a high density and shouldn’t sink too much to ensure proper support.

How It Performed

The TEMPUR-Cloud earned favorable ratings across all position groups during our hands-on tests. Our side sleepers appreciated the high loft, which allowed the pillow to fill the space between their head and downward-facing shoulder. The pillow was also soft enough to provide adequate cushioning for our back and stomach sleepers without elevating their necks excessively.

TEMPUR memory foam has a dense composition, so expected durability for the pillow is above average compared to other models with softer foam cores. Although the pillow is not very moldable, it maintains a full shape at all times and requires virtually no fluffing. Our tests also show the foam conforms closely enough to alleviate neck and shoulder pain.

What It’s Made of

The TEMPUR-Cloud contains TEMPUR memory foam, a proprietary material also used in Tempur-Pedic mattresses. While the foam is quite dense, the pillow is relatively soft and you should expect deep cushioning around your head and neck. A breathable, knit polyester cover encases the foam. You can machine wash the cover, but the foam should only be spot cleaned.

Affordable pricing and free ground shipping throughout the contiguous U.S. make the TEMPUR-Cloud a great option for shoppers with tight budgets. Tempur-Pedic does not allow returns, so all sales are final, but each customer receives a 5-year warranty with their purchase.

Best Down

Luxe Pillow (Down and Feather)

Price: $129 - Standard $149 - King

Fill: RDS-certified down and feather fill

Firmness: Soft

Who it's best for:

• Side and back sleepers
• People who like the softness of down
• People with allergies

Highlights:

• Firmer waterfowl-feather core provides structured support
• Softer white goose down exterior layers offer a plush feel and soft contouring
• 300 thread count pillow protector included

If you prefer pillows that feel exceptionally soft and sink deeply beneath your head, you’re a prime candidate for a model containing down and feathers. The Luxe Pillow is affordably priced compared to its competitors, and a chambered design ensures a plush feel without sacrificing support. You can also rest easy knowing the pillow holds a Responsible Down Standard certification, meaning all birds providing the fill are humanely treated, housed, and fed.

How It Performed

During our tests, the Luxe Pillow earned its most favorable ratings from side and back sleepers. A mid-range profile and lofty feel helped ensure adequate elevation without straining the neck, and the chambered design provided enough support to reduce sinkage. Stomach sleepers may need a thinner pillow, but those who prefer extra cushioning may also find the Luxe comfortable.

The down and feather fill makes this pillow highly moldable, though you may need to fluff it often to maintain a full shape. Our tests also showed the pillow provides above-average temperature control. This is largely due to a breathable cotton cover that promotes airflow and helps offset the down’s heat-retaining properties.

What It’s Made of

The Luxe Pillow’s interior consists of three chambers. The core contains waterfowl feathers, which provide decent support, and plush down fills the two surrounding chambers to create an exceptionally soft feel. A cotton shell encases the fill, and your purchase includes a cotton pillow protector. You can machine wash the pillow and protector, but should separate these items before doing so. Standard and king sizes are available.

In addition to its below-average pricing, the Luxe Pillow qualifies for free ground delivery throughout the contiguous U.S. and low flat-rate shipping to Alaska, Hawaii, and Canada. The pillow’s trial period spans 100 nights, but you must test it out for at least 3 weeks before initiating a return.

Best Buckwheat

Hullo Buckwheat Pillow

Fill: Buckwheat hulls

Firmness: Firm

Who it's best for:

• Side and back sleepers
• People who sleep hot
• Eco-conscious shoppers

Highlights:

• Buckwheat hull fill provides excellent breathability
• Removable fill offers customizable loft and feel
• Made with organic, eco-friendly materials

Buckwheat pillows should appeal to anyone who needs an exceptionally firm surface for their head and neck. Among the buckwheat pillows our team has tested, we recommend the Hullo for its straightforward yet versatile design and approachable pricing. This pillow is ideal for anyone who is interested in trying out a buckwheat model, but doesn’t want to spend too much money.

How It Performed

Since the Hullo Buckwheat Pillow is designed for adjustable loft, most of our testers found a thickness that suited their primary sleep position. The pillow is very firm and isn’t for anyone, but the buckwheat hulls adapt evenly to your head and neck without hugging too closely or sinking. Our testers likened the feel of this pillow to that of a firm beanbag. Air circulates freely throughout the interior and the cover is composed of breathable cotton, so the Hullo also earned favorable ratings during our temperature control tests.

What It’s Made of

Hulls are the hard outer casings of buckwheat kernels. The Hullo contains hundreds of hulls. While the pillow is quite firm, the hulls contour evenly and mold to your head and neck much like dense foam. The cover is composed of unbleached, organic cotton twill and the hulls are sustainably sourced, so the pillow should appeal to eco-conscious shoppers.

You can add or remove the hulls to achieve your ideal loft. Hullo also sells hulls in bulk if you ever need to replenish your supply, so the pillow’s expected lifespan is much longer than average. One thing to keep in mind: the pillow is quite heavy and may be difficult to move at night.

The Hullo’s shipping costs and return options vary by seller. If you order the pillow through Amazon.com, delivery is free of charge and you’ll receive a 30-night trial period.