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We’ve even tested a few adjustable designs to suit sleepers who shift positions.
This down-alternative pick feels plush but dense enough to support the head and neck area in any position.
Additionally, the polyester microfiber fill felt evenly distributed and never became clumpy.
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While this pillow isnt adjustable, its medium loft and resilience make it a great choice for most sleepers.
It has a pillow-in-pillow design, meaning theres an inner pillow and a soft outer shell.
The fluffy cotton cover is removable and machine washable, making it easy to clean when needed.
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Its medium loft makes it a good choice for most sleeping positions.
The conveniently adjustable design is filled with shredded memory foam, which feels comfortable and soft.
It’s CertiPUR-US certifiedto ensure chemical safety and infused with gel for a cooling effect.
The shell is a stretchy, smooth, and breathable bamboo-poly blend.
Bamboo has temperature-regulating and moisture-wicking abilities to complement the cooling gel.
We also appreciate that this affordable pillow is backed by a five-year warranty.
This Qutool Cooling pillow is great for someone who sleeps hot.
If you find yourself getting overheated at night, this pillow can help regulate your temperature.
It’s filled with shredded memory foam, which we found to be exceptionally soft and supportive.
We liked that the fill never felt lumpy and smoothed out immediately.
Overall, though, this pillow supports side, back, and stomach sleeping positions.
We also liked how resilient this pillow felt, as it maintained its shape well over time.
Plus, the 100 percent cotton cover is removable and easy to clean when needed.
This adjustable-fill pillow is best for those who have a preferred firmness thats tough to find.
This pillow is for hot sleepers who havent been able to find relief anywhere else.
High-tech materials and an innovative design allow it to manage heat better than any other pillow we tested.
We think it has resilience with durable double-stitched edges to prevent filling loss.
The down has a lofty 650 fill power, while the 400-thread-count sateen shell feels ultra-luxe.
Bear in mind it isn’t adjustable.
This pillow is best for those who like a fluffier pillow but still prefer extra support.
You won’t sink into this pillow, which is great if you need more support while you sleep.
It has a medium loft, so it would be a great pick for most sleeping positions.
It’s also good for hot sleepers.
This filling felt soft to the touch while providing some pushback.
This pillow is best for sleepers with allergies thanks to its hypoallergenic fill.
It also provides excellent head and neck support for sleepers dealing with neck pain.
It even comes with an additional bag of fill if you want to make it even denser.
We also like that the entirepillow is machine-washable.
Its also good for those with neck pain since it provides plenty of support for the head and neck.
This pillow is on the heavier side; the king size weighs 7 pounds.
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This pillow is good for sleepers with allergies because its made from hypoallergenic materials.
It also works well for hot sleepers, since it promotes airflow to keep you cool.
That said, it was still quite supportive and didn’t deflate over time.
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It comes in three support levels: soft, medium, and firm.
Thanks to reinforced piping, this pillow is also machine washable.
This one from Beautyrest impressed us thanks to its lofty feel and durable construction.
Even after six months of nightly use, this pillow still looks and feels as good as new.
It has maintained its fullness and still feels exceptionally soft and comfortable.
You’ll also love it if you’re looking for something particularly durable that won’t deflate over time.
The adjustableQutool Cooling Shredded Memory Foam Bed Pillowis another solid choice for those on a budget.
The pillows were evaluated for quality, effectiveness, durability, and overall value.
For cooling pillows, we also tested for temperature and airflow to see how they handle heat management.
We started our testing process by evaluating the quality of each pillow.
We examined the material and construction to evaluate the feel and texture.
This also gave us a chance to notice any initial odors.
We then placed each one in a pillowcase and noted the fit.
We used each pillow for five minutes in The Lab to determine an initial feeling of comfort or discomfort.
This creates a lofty feel that still supports the head and neck.
According to Dr. Roland, a firm but malleable pillow will be the most comfortable in multiple sleeping positions.
Our best down pick, theQuince Premium Down Pillow,is great for all positions.
It’s soft and fluffy while holding its shape under the weight of your head.
Medium-firm pillows are usually the best option for combination sleepers.
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