Best Pillows for Stomach Sleepers

With a medium soft feel and options to customize the pillow’s loft, our test team found the Saatva Latex Pillow ideal for ensuring healthy sleep posture for stomach sleepers. It has a unique three-layer construction, which includes a cotton cover, an outer layer, and a shredded latex core.

How It Performed

The outer layer gave the pillow a lofty feel, while the latex core excelled at pressure relief in our test lab. You can also remove the core for a lower loft, which was what the stomach sleepers on our team preferred. Latex is naturally breathable and helps increase airflow throughout the pillow, so this pillow earned very high ratings for temperature neutrality. The cotton cover also wicks away moisture and promotes breathability.

What It’s Made of

The outer layer is composed of a down alternative microdenier fill, and inside is a shredded latex core. The cotton in the cover is 100% organic and has a smooth sateen weave. Both the cotton cover and outer layer are machine washable. The Saatva Latex Pillow is a luxury option with a price-point to match, but the price is reflected in the durable cotton and latex construction. You can purchase the pillow in a queen or king size.

Saatva offers free shipping and a 45-day return policy. The pillow also comes with a 1-year warranty.

Down pillows are known for their plushness, but the Brooklinen Down Pillow – Plush stands out from the competition with an exceptionally soft feel. We found that stomach sleepers in particular benefit from the soft design and deep sinkage of this pillow.

How It Performed

The pillow has a luxurious fluffy feel. It compresses deeply under the weight of your head, which helps relieve pressure around the neck and prevents the head from elevating excessively. This helps ensure proper spinal alignment in stomach sleepers. The down design stays fairly cool and should feel comfortable for sleepers who run hot. According to a tester who has used the pillow for 2 years, “This pillow does a great job at keeping cool — much better than the all-foam pillow that’s also on my bed.”

What It’s Made of

The Brooklinen Down Pillow – Plush is filled with 100% down clusters. It has a 6-inch loft, but the deep compression makes it suitable for sleepers who prefer pillows with a lower profile. The shell is composed of cotton in a sateen weave, which is breathable and silky-smooth. Double-stitched edges enhance durability and prevent down from escaping. The pillow is not machine-washable, but you may spot clean as needed. Brooklinen also offers two firmer versions of the Down Pillow.

You may return or exchange the pillow within 365 days for a refund, minus a small return fee. The pillow is further backed by a 1-year warranty beyond the return period. Shipping is free within the contiguous U.S. on orders over $100.

If you want a pillow that cushions the head but you don’t enjoy the “hugging” effect of memory foam, a latex model might be up your alley — though they can also be fairly expensive. Thanks to high-quality construction and an approachable sticker price, Brooklyn Bedding’s Talalay Latex Pillow represents the best of both worlds.

How It Performed

After testing both of the pillow’s profile options, we’re recommending the lower-loft 4-inch design to stomach sleepers. The latex is ventilated with small holes to promote consistent airflow and a breathable Tencel cover encases the core, so the pillow should sleep fairly cool. We detected very little heat buildup during temperature regulation tests. Another major strength is shape retention — you won’t need to fluff the pillow often, if ever, to maintain even distribution. The pillow is also available in a 5-inch profile that our team found more suitable for side and back sleepers, as well as stomach sleepers who need more loft to rest comfortably.

What It’s Made of

Latex is derived from rubber trees, and the pillow’s solid core retains the natural responsiveness of its botanical source. You’ll feel a light bounce as you lie down, followed by gentle contouring as your head settles into the latex. You can remove and machine wash the cover, but the latex should only be spot cleaned if necessary. Queen and king sizes are available.

In addition to the affordable pricing, the Talalay Latex Pillow qualifies for free ground shipping throughout the contiguous U.S. Your order includes a trial period that runs for 30 nights. If you decide to keep the pillow, Brooklyn Bedding further backs it with a 3-year manufacturer’s warranty.

The Cozy Earth Silk Pillow offers a luxurious design for stomach sleepers who prefer exceptionally soft surfaces. The quality materials are meant to last longer than many competing pillows.

How It Performed

The pillow features a low profile that our stomach-sleeping testers found comfortable. The fluffy feel is especially ideal for stomach sleepers who don’t want to elevate their head at an uncomfortable angle. The silk doesn’t shift or clump, earning it high ratings in our shape retention tests and ensuring the pillow’s overall longevity. You can purchase in a standard or king size.

What It’s Made of

The fill is composed of mulberry silk, which our testers found extremely plush and durable. Silk also retains minimal body heat, and the shell is made of moisture-wicking viscose from bamboo, so it’s ideal if you sleep hot or reside in warm or humid climates. You may machine wash the pillow, though you should dry it on a delicate cycle and avoid spinning. Alternatively, you can dry-clean or spot-clean the pillow.

Cozy Earth offers free shipping throughout the contiguous U.S. In addition to the warranty, which covers the pillow for 10 years, you’ll receive a trial period that spans 100 nights.

The Sweet Zzz Plant-Based Pillow is an affordable option filled with a down alternative fiber that mimics the plush feel of down. This soft, fluffy design makes the pillow an excellent choice for stomach sleepers who seek pressure relief for the head and neck.

How It Performed

We found the pillow’s mid-range firmness created a balanced feel that was both pressure-relieving and supportive for most sleepers on our team, including stomach sleepers. Our testers report that the pillow contoured closely to the head and neck, which greatly alleviates persistent pressure points during sleep. Hot sleepers should also appreciate that the plant-based fibers retain less heat than traditional down.

What It’s Made of

The Sweet Zzz uses plant-based down alternative fibers to create a fluffy, squishy feel similar to down without the potential allergens or animal products. The pillow shell is made from soft cotton, which is naturally breathable to keep you cool. The pillow is fully machine washable, provided your household appliances are large enough to accommodate it. Wash in cold water on a gentle cycle, and tumble dry on the lowest setting.

You can choose between queen and king-size pillows. Sweet Zzz ships free to the contiguous U.S., and it offers a 50-night sleep trial. Plant-Based Pillow purchases are backed by 1-year warranties.

Adjustable pillows are an ideal solution for stomach sleepers who have trouble finding a low-profile pillow. The Silk & Snow Pillow gives you all the benefits of loft adjustability at an affordable price-point compared to other adjustable pillows we’ve tested.

How It Performed

Stomach sleepers on our test team gave this pillow high marks, thanks to the adjustable loft. Many of the pillows we’ve tested are designed with a fixed loft aimed at back and stomach sleepers, but our stomach-sleeping testers were able to remove this pillow’s foam fill until achieving a thin enough loft that suited their sleep position. Our testers observed that the pillow offers a nice balance of plushness and support.

What It’s Made of

The Silk & Snow Pillow features a chambered design with a shredded memory foam core. You can add or remove as much foam as you’d like to achieve the best loft at any given time, making the pillow well-suited to stomach sleepers who need very thin pillows. The outer chamber is padded with down alternative fibers that mimic the soft feel of real down without triggering allergy symptoms or using animal-based materials. A breathable cotton sateen shell encases the entire pillow. You can wash and dry the shell in your household machine, but you should only spot-clean the other components as needed. You can purchase the pillow in standard and king sizes.

Shipping is also free for any customer in the contiguous U.S. or provincial Canada. Each order is backed by a 100-night sleep trial with a mandatory 30-night break-in period, as well as a manufacturer’s warranty that covers workmanship defects for up to 3 years.

Comfortable pillows can be elusive for stomach sleepers, but our test team found the Luxome LAYR Customizable Pillow’s unique design allowed even stomach sleepers to achieve a perfect loft and feel.

How It Performed

With three inserts to pick from, you can select the insert or combination of inserts that feels most comfortable. Since stomach sleepers need low-loft pillows to keep the head from excessive elevation, our testers found the thinner and plusher inserts were most comfortable for this sleep position. That said, you can experiment with inserts until you find the combination that feels most conducive to healthy sleep posture.

What It’s Made of

The pillow is designed with three separate inserts, each with its own feel and firmness. The soft insert contains a plush down alternative fill. The medium insert is filled with 75% shredded memory foam and 25% down alternative, which gives you an optimal balance of contouring and support. The firm insert is filled with solid memory foam. The foam pieces come in a 1-inch and 2-inch profile, and you can choose to use one or both in your pillow. The cover is composed of viscose derived from bamboo, which is known for its cooling properties. This helps create a cooler surface if you tend to overheat.

You can choose between a standard/queen or king size. Luxome offers free shipping to addresses in the contiguous U.S., and you’ll receive a 30-night sleep trial with free return shipping.

The Helix GlacioTex Cooling Memory Foam Pillow – Back & Stomach Sleeper is specifically designed for people who primarily use the back and stomach positions. A specialized cooling cover makes the pillow ideal for hot sleepers — especially those who normally find memory foam pillows too warm.

How It Performed

While some mid-loft pillows can be too thick for stomach sleepers, the close contouring and deep “hug” in this model allow you to lie on your stomach without excessively elevating the neck. Although the pillow is not adjustable, most back and stomach sleepers on our team were satisfied with the 4.75-inch profile, since the foam compresses deeply.

Temperature control was a testing highlight. We found that the GlacioTex cover offsets heat absorption from the foam and keeps the surface fairly cool and dry. The pillow also earned high marks for moldability, which appealed to testers who enjoy squishing and snuggling their pillow. Strong shape retention was another asset — you won’t need to fluff this model, since it easily regains its full shape.

What It’s Made of

The solid memory foam fill strikes a nice balance between adaptive and plush, with a gentle molding effect as the pillow conforms to your head and neck. The foam is infused with copper fibers intended to mitigate heat retention. The GlacioTex cover is made with a phase change fabric that promotes temperature neutrality. You can remove and machine-wash the cover for quick, easy care. Standard and king sizes are available.

The GlacioTex Cooling Memory Foam Pillow – Back & Stomach Sleeper is competitively priced, and shipping is free for customers in all 50 states. Your order comes with a 100-night sleep trial. If you are ultimately satisfied with your purchase, Helix further backs it with a 1-year warranty.

Many pillows made today are on the thicker side, making them suitable for side and back sleepers — but less so for stomach sleepers. The Bear Pillow’s thin profile is a great choice for the stomach position, especially if you wake up with stiffness or soreness in your neck and shoulders. Plush adaptive foam cradles these areas to alleviate discomfort without straining your neck or sinking excessively. The cooling cover is also helpful if you run hot in bed.

How It Performed

Stomach sleepers on our testing team gave the Bear Pillow very favorable ratings. Most enjoyed the Loft-X foam’s close contour and appreciated the pillow’s low profile — these two qualities ensure excellent pain and pressure relief without the uncomfortable sinkage that can occur with thicker pillows.

Temperature control was another strong performance area during our tests. The foam may retain some warmth, but the phase change cover dissipates most heat before it comes into contact with your skin and feels cool to the touch at all times. The mesh-paneled corners also promote airflow for added thermoregulation. Since the core consists of solid foam, you’ll never need to fluff the pillow to restore its original shape.

What It’s Made of

Aerated Loft-X polyfoam makes up the Bear Pillow’s core. This material adapts to your body much like memory foam, but it won’t hug you as closely or absorb as much heat. A cover made of cooling phase change material encases the foam. Mesh panels at opposite corners allow air to circulate, which elevates the fabric’s breathability. Standard and king sizes are available.

The Bear Pillow is reasonably priced given its high-quality construction, and shipping is free for customers in the contiguous U.S. Returns are not allowed at this time, as the pillow is a final-sale item, but all purchases are backed by a two-year manufacturer’s warranty.

Buffy’s Cloud Pillow is available in three density levels, including a soft design that should compress enough for stomach sleepers. Plush down alternative fill allows you to lie comfortably without too much elevation, a common cause of neck strain for people who use the stomach position, and breathable materials also make the pillow a solid choice for hot sleepers.

How It Performed

Most stomach sleepers on our testing team thoroughly enjoyed the Buffy Cloud – Soft. A low profile and plush fill ensured plenty of compression and the utmost comfort for these testers. We were also impressed with the pillow’s abilities. The fill doesn’t retain much heat compared to real down, and the Tencel cover is breathable and moisture-wicking, so the Cloud should sleep at a comfortable temperature even during hot and humid times of the year. 

What It’s Made of

The fill consists of PET down alternative fibers produced from recycled plastic — 24 to 30 bottles are used for each pillow. A smooth, sateen-woven Tencel shell encases the fill. You cannot launder the pillow in your household washer and dryer, so using a machine-washable pillowcase is the easiest way to keep it clean. Standard and king sizes are available.

The Cloud – Soft is reasonably priced, and you’ll receive a $10 discount when you buy two and a $50 discount when you buy four. Buffy’s trial includes a seven-day grace period, during which your credit card won’t be charged as you spend your first few nights with the pillow. After one week, the hold on your card is removed but you can still test the pillow for up to 50 nights before deciding whether to return it for a refund or keep it.