The Best Travel Pillows for Long-Haul Flights

By Lauren Burvill

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If you travel regularly you’ve probably learnt to spot the difference between a frequent flier and a rookie—the most obvious tell-tale sign being a bulky travel pillow, typically carried by an inexperienced flier, hanging from a backpack or being worn (wrongly) around the back of their neck before they even get on the plane. Many of us are guilty of buying one of these beanbag worms from the airport duty-free shop, only to realize that they’re more trouble than they’re actually worth.

Do a little research though—as we’ve done for you here— and you might be pleasantly surprised to find that the humble travel pillow has upped its game recently. Specialized brands like  Trtl  and  BCozzy  have entered the market, while pillows that range in shape and materials have popped up on Amazon.

So which ones are actually worth taking on a flight ? We asked our frequent flying editors to test out the most reviewed styles.

How we choose the best travel pillows

Every pillow on this list has been independently tested and reviewed by our editors. When testing, we consider quality, price, unique design features, as well as overall function and visual appeal.

Our top picks:

  • Best overall travel pillow: Cabeau Evolution S3 travel pillow
  • Best for neck support: Trtl travel pillow
  • Best for side sleepers: BCozzy neck pillow
  • Best budget buy: Dot & Dot Twist memory foam travel pillow

best travel neck pillow amazon

Best travel pillow for: overall comfort

If you're looking for an upgrade to a basic does-the-job travel pillow or suffer from neck or back pain, Cabeau's Evolution S3 travel pillow is the best we've tested so far. The memory foam style has considered everything, from an adjustable toggle clasp to secure the pillow comfortably around your neck, to a handy side pocket—ideal for storing headphones or earplugs. What really sets this pillow apart from the rest are the velcro straps on the back, designed to loop around a plane seat's headrest, helping to keep your head upright and take any pressure off your neck.

Why we love it:  “The foam in this pillow is extremely comfortable, but what I love most is that the back of the pillow is flat, so you can sit right up against your seat, unlike the typical travel pillow styles which tend to be round and tilt your neck down slightly. The straps are a great idea, but if you're short it might not be possible to secure to the headrest, so keep that in mind. It also comes in a sleek cylindrical bag that, when clipped onto your carry-on , you’d never even know there was a travel pillow inside." — Sarah Allard , digital editor, Condè Nast Traveller UK

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Best travel pillow for: neck support

Less a pillow and more a supportive wrap for your neck, this unique design from Trtl is ideal if you're short on space and weight in your carry-on luggage—it weighs only 4.5 ounces. The pillow is designed to look like a scarf and features a clever curved U-shaped neck support stand that sits under your jaw and is then secured in place by wrapping the fabric around your neck and connecting the velcro.

Why we love it:  “I often feel like most typical travel pillows are too bulky and hard to get comfortably on, so I was keen to try this style. It's perfect for keeping your neck upright and avoiding any of the nodding that can happen while asleep. I'll admit, it feels a little strange at first to put it on, but the hypoallergenic fleece is soft and warm. It's a great option not just for plane travel, but also long road trips or train journeys.” — Sarah James , deputy digital editor, Condè Nast Traveller UK

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Best travel pillow for: upper body support

This clever crossbody-sling pillow offers neck and head support while allowing you to truly relax and lean to one side to fall asleep. The pillow comes with a cord at the top that can be secured in place by looping over your seat’s headrest. You can wear the pillow on either side across your body, or down one side, creating more of a barrier between you and the person next to you. The pillow is inflatable, too, so it takes up hardly any room in your luggage.

Why we love it:  “I really love the shape of this pillow, as it cradles not just your neck, but your whole upper body. Although I usually don’t like inflatable pillows, the rigidity of this style works to make you feel secure while sitting upright.” — Lauren Burvill , senior commerce editor, Condè Nast Traveller UK

Best travel pillow for: red-eye flights

More than just a neck pillow, the Pluto Pod boasts a lightly structured and padded hood, as well as a pull-down eye mask. Do you resemble a bobble-headed, 1950s-style alien when you wear it? Yes, you do. Is it, by far, one of the best travel pillows we've tested? Absolutely.

Why we love it : “The pillow has helped me cut down on my sleeping tools. With the Pod, I can eschew ear plugs and an eye mask because the padded hood dampens noise and the flip-down eye mask blocks almost all light. Sleeping with one is like being inside a mini sensory deprivation tank, except you don’t have to worry about getting wet.” — Juliet Izon , contributor

Read a full review here .

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Best travel pillow for: flexibility

Made of memory foam, this twist style pillow can be bent and contoured to almost any shape. Its flexibility means it can be worn in several ways, from around the neck to under your head, shoulders, or even lower back.

Why we love it:  “I often toss and turn a lot when trying to get to sleep, so I find I’m particularly wriggly when trying to get comfortable on a flight. This kind of flexible twist style of the pillow was perfect for me, as I was able to shape it to exactly where I needed it to be. I ended up settling with it half behind my neck and half under my chin, so I could lie on my side and get a couple of hours of precious sleep.” —L.B.

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Best travel pillow for: side sleepers

Similar to the Trtl pillow but padded with soft microfleece and covered with microsuede, BCozzy's wrap-around design offers plenty of flexibility in terms of how you wear it. The pillow comes in two sizes and when wrapped around the neck offers double the support for your head, neck, and chin. The real standout of this design is the flat back, which is not only great for maintaining a healthy posture, but also means you can fold the pillow in half and wear it on one side.

Why we love it:  “Even on a plane, I'm a side sleeper. My go-to way to snooze is angling the side headrest as far as it can go so I can rest my head in the corner. Headrests can be very hit-and-miss on planes though, so being able to fold the BCozzy pillow in half is ideal as it can prop my neck and chin up on one side without it feeling too suffocating.” —L.B.

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Best for: warmth

This squishy infinity-style pillow is all about the soft and breathable bamboo fabric it’s made from. Coming in one large loop, the pillow is worn by wrapping around the neck twice and adjusting and scrunching accordingly depending on the level of comfort you’re looking for.

Why we love it:  “I’d say this pillow is less about neck support and more about soft and cozy scarf–meets–pillow hybrid. It feels like a sleeping bag for your neck—ideal if you get cold easily and are looking for something that’s more snuggly rather than stiff.” —L.B.

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Best travel pillow for : Versatility

Slip this microbead-filled cap over your head and you’ll completely redefine the experience of sleeping on the go. From the outside, the wacky-shaped headpiece may feel a tad like a Teletubbies costume, but once you pull your head through the 27.5-inch opening, any place you find yourself in—no matter how bright or how loud—can turn into a sleep zone.

Why we love it: “And there’s no right or wrong way to use it: On a plane, use it to lean against the wall of the window seat, lie head down on the tray table of the middle seat, or tilt backward on the headrest of the seat.” — Rachel Chang , contributor

This article was originally published on Condé Nast Traveller UK .

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The 11 Very Best Travel Pillows

Because in-flight sleep is possible, even in the middle seat..

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In this article

Best travel pillow overall.

  • Best less-expensive
  • Best memory-foam
  • Best inflatable
  • Best for specific seats
  • Best for sleeping on the tray table
  • Best for traveling with kids

While buying a travel pillow at the airport is always an option, I’ve been sleeping much better on planes since I started planning my in-flight sleep routine ahead of time. A good travel pillow also suits your sleeping position, especially if you’re a side sleeper who tends to get stuck in the dreaded middle seat. It should pair well with a light-blocking eye mask as well as earplugs to drown out engine noise. And the best travel pillows are not only comfortable but also easy to pack — they shouldn’t be a nuisance once you arrive at your destination.

To find travel pillows for every kind of sleeper and traveler, my fellow Strategist travel writer, Rachael Griffiths, and I asked frequent fliers for their picks, then tested those out for ourselves on both long-haul and domestic flights. We also spoke to chiropractors about the science behind travel pillows. While you’re here, you may want to check out my guides to the best carry-on luggage and the best refillable toiletry bottles .

What we’re looking for

First, consider the type of travel pillow you’re interested in: U-shaped versions that go around the neck or traditional flat pillows that have been shrunken down for portability are most common. U-shaped pillows are designed to prevent lateral bending in the neck — “It’s that move to sort of pinch the cell phone between your shoulder and ear,” says Dr. Carla Fischer , the director of quality and patient safety at NYU Langone Spine Center. That bending to the side, she says, is the most important thing to prevent, but not everyone sleeps in the same position or has the same concerns, so I’ve included several styles in this story.

Below you’ll find pillows made with memory foam, filled with beads, or are inflatable — each of which has its own pros. Dr. Claire Fitzpatrick, founder of Bed-Stuy Chiropractic, believes that memory foam is the most “accommodating” when it comes to travel. When I asked her what she meant, she explained that “if you get a medium to medium-firm memory-foam sort of pillow, it accommodates you, but it doesn’t let you dig into it too much.”

When it comes to thickness “the sides should come up to the height of your earlobes,” says Wainani Arnold , founder of the Wainani Wellness Center and in-flight wellness expert for Hawaiian Airlines. “The back of the neck pillow should be flat or only as thick as the distance between the back of your neck to the back of your head (one to two inches). If it is too thick in the back, the pillow will push your neck forward from the chair too much and will potentially dump your head back, which is not ideal for your neck.”

Packability

Between a carry-on and a personal item, both stuffed to the brim, finding room for something as large as a pillow can be cumbersome. The most packable among travel pillows are the inflatable ones. Others filled with memory foam or cotton are a little trickier to deal with — but are likely more comfortable. This is a trade-off, depending on how long your flight is. And often, neck pillows often have a snap closure at the front that can easily be used to secure it to the handle of your suitcase.

Trtl Pillow

Shape: Neck pillow | Fill: No fill | Thickness: Thin | Packability: Easy

This is the travel pillow I use when I journey from New York City to my hometown of Perth, Western Australia. That’s about 23 hours of flying, and I’ll spend at least half of that time sleeping peacefully thanks to the Trtl. This device is like a scarf crossed with an Elizabethan collar and achieves the main goal of a neck pillow — preventing lateral bending in the neck — thanks to the plastic brace stowed inside its padding. You can adjust this brace and choose which side you prefer nodding off toward.

Griffiths is also a Trtl fan. “The first time I tested out the Trtl, I was out like a light,” she says. “The brace’s angle hits just right: There is no sloping so much that your neck bends unnaturally, but it’s supportive enough for you to relax into a decent sleep.” Lauren Maternowski, editor at Pack Hacker, likes that it allows her to fully lean against the seat’s headrest, and former Strategist staffer Rosie Percy also found that with the adjustable Trtl she was “able to sleep through a flight for the first time in my adult life, touching down feeling refreshed and without a crick in my neck.” The Points Guy’s travel editor, Madison Blancaflor, says the Trtl is the only way to survive long-haul flights in economy. And Scott Keyes of Going (formerly known as Scott’s Cheap Flights) also echoes all this praise: “What I like about it is its versatility. It lets you sleep decently even if you’re in the middle seat, and this one is small enough to easily tuck into your backpack.”

Best less-expensive travel pillow

Samsonite Magic 2-in-1 Travel Pillow with Pocket in Charcoal

Shape: Neck and lumbar pillow | Fill: Not listed | Thickness: 2 inches | Packability: Average

If you aren’t exactly sure if you’ll need neck support or lumbar support, a convertible pillow like this might be your best bet. This neck pillow folds up into a square-shaped pillow that can then be used on your lower back or up against a window. It can also be rolled up into the built-in pocket for storage — which is great for saving space and also shielding the pillow from any germs in the airport. Taryn White of The Trip Wish List tells me it has teeny pockets for earbuds, gum, and mints, a big pro if you usually find yourself rummaging around to find your essentials mid-flight. It has a less convenient hook (compared to a strap) to secure it to your luggage, but the snaps that close the front of the pillow provide another option for strapping it on. I couldn’t track down the fill used in this pillow, but the general consensus from reviewers is that it is “firm but not too hard for me and my aching neck” (according to one reviewer on the Bed,Bath & Beyond website).

Best memory-foam travel neck pillow

Cabeau Evolution Memory Foam Travel Pillow

Shape: Neck pillow | Fill: Memory foam | Thickness: 5 inches | Packability: Easy

I’ll admit that sometimes I cheat on my Trtl with Cabeau’s more traditional-looking travel pillow, which is a vast improvement on the ones you can buy at the airport. It’s a U shape, but with slightly raised sides to stop your head from slumping (and supports your jaw to prevent open-mouth breathing, says travel blogger Carmen Sognovi ). It’s made from memory foam, and it has a flattened back, which allows it to be flush with the chair. This helps your spine align with the chair for more comfort (according to Fitzpatrick). But the best feature is the adjustable strap that fastens the travel pillow to a headrest — which prevents you from flopping forward once you’re sound asleep. Once I’m locked into my Cabeau, I have no choice but to sleep, and I’ve successfully snored away for countless hours while wearing it. I’ll also note that while it takes up more space than the Trtl, the Cabeau stuffs easily into a surprisingly chic circular bag that clips to the outside of my backpack or over the luggage handle of my suitcase.

Best inflatable travel neck pillow

Cabeau Air Evolution Inflatable Pillow

Shape: Neck pillow | Fill: Inflatable | Thickness: Adjustable | Easy to pack

The same brand also makes an inflatable version of its travel pillow — and though I generally don’t like inflatable pillows, this one is a good option. It inflates to five inches thick but is just the size of a soda can when deflated. Just like the memory-foam pillow, this one has a flat back to help keep your neck in line with the seat, and it has a neck strap to keep your head super-stable. “They are a bit higher than most neck pillows and have a special toggle you can connect and tighten so the pillow doesn’t fall off,” says Jennifer Lachs of Digital Nomad Girls . Lachs admits that the memory-foam pillow above is “even more comfortable,” but the inflatable is better if you want to travel light. (Initially, I thought that inflatable was synonymous with adjustable — the more air you put in, the taller it will be, and less air will make it less firm — but Fischer said it’s a bad idea to not fill up these pillows all the way, as that’s not how they were designed to be used.)

Best inflatable travel lumbar pillow

Therm-a-Rest Lumbar Travel Pillow

Shape: Lumbar pillow | Fill: Inflatable | Thickness: 2 inches | Packability: Easy

Here’s a different type of travel pillow — it’s designed for lumbar (rather than neck) support. As a WFH-er who’s rather particular about ergonomic office chairs , I notice the lack of lumbar support on airport seats whether it’s long- or short-haul flights. “In a proper chair, the lumbar part should actually push out to support that curve in your low back, but they don’t do that on planes, because if they did, it would affect their seating, so a lot of them curve in,” says Dr. Jared Hoffman of Williamsburg Chiropractic . His recommended solution is this pillow that inflates to two inches thick and reduces stress on the joints and discs of your lower back by supporting that lower-back curve. Hoffman not only recommends it to patients but says “this I have used personally and I think it’s one of the best products I’ve come across.” And as it’s inflatable, it’s super-easy to travel with — just deflate and roll into your bag once you disembark.

Best travel pillow for the middle seat

Travelrest Ultimate Travel Neck Pillow

Shape: Neck pillow | Fill: Inflatable | Thickness: 3.5 inches | Packability: Easy

This inflatable pillow is worn like a sash, and it gives you something to loll your head against (apart from the person sitting next to you). On a recent flight to Italy, Griffiths chose the dreaded middle seat on purpose to see how well the Travelrest really works. “I’m obsessed with this hideous inflatable golf club,” says travel writer Teddy Minford, who first told us about the unique travel pillow. “It creates something to lean against, even if you’re in the middle seat.” After testing it, Griffiths agrees with Minford that the pillow gives you something to rest your head against — and she successfully managed to get a few hours of sleep on her early flight. Though she felt herself sloping a little toward the side she was resting on, she was overall impressed with how much the pillow improved the usually uncomfortable experience of middle seating. It was also super-easy to transport: When deflated, it rolls up to the size of an iPhone.

Best travel pillow for the window seat

J-Pillow

Shape: Head and neck pillow | Fill: Polyester filling | Thickness: 3 inches | Packability: Easy

The aptly named J-Pillow has a main body that supports the crook of your neck and a cushion extending below the chin to stop your head sliding forward. Mercedes Arielle is a window-seat person and says the J-Pillow is best at cradling her head, shoulder, and chin on flights. For Arielle, that three-pronged support is essential “because I rest my head against the window so I can maximize every inch of my window seat.” Griffiths tried one, too, and liked how the chin cushion didn’t extend too far around her neck and the main body of the pillow opened up in a V-shape so she could really wedge her head inside. The material felt more luxurious than the average travel pillow as well — it has a fleecy lining that you can nuzzle down into. It has become her go-to for train journeys, because it’s cushy enough to absorb the vibrations of the tracks. You can compress the pillow to half its size in a carry bag, then use its loops to attach it to your luggage.

Best travel pillow for tray-table sleeping

Ostrich Pillow Original Napping Pillow

Shape: Head pillow  | Fill: Polystyrene microbeads | Thickness: Not listed | Packability: Challenging

Mid-overnight flight, the tray table can begin to look very tempting — but it’s far from a comfortable or stable surface. For some extra padding, Fitzpatrick likes this pillow that’s more like a helmet. It covers all sides, including the forehead, so it can be used in a number of situations. There is a hole for your mouth so you can breathe, but otherwise it’s a pillow, eye mask, and noise-canceling headphones all in one. Once out of the box, however, it could be cumbersome to travel with.

Best pillow for traveling with kids

Huzi Infinity Pillow

Shape: Neck pillow | Fill: Polyester filling | Thickness: Not listed | Packability: Easy

The Huzi pillow, like an extremely plush scarf, can wrap around your neck or lower back — or even both at the same time — to create a highly customized, optimum sleeping position. Writer and mom-of-one Chantel Tattoli says that this pillow is her foolproof method for traveling with her child. She notes it has an almost mystical effect on her daughter on long flights. “Generally, she seems to accord a magical ‘fairy ring’ quality to this fluffy circle, as if once she’s thrown it over her, she’s staked some space in which things are pretty good,” says Tattoli. The Huzi’s design makes it a great pick for those with scoliosis, too. “Even mild scoliosis can affect your comfortable position in a tight seat,” says Fitzpatrick. “The adjustable lemniscate-type pillows can be good for this.” Wearing it through the airport like a scarf also makes it easy to carry, but if you’d rather throw it in your bag, it rolls up neatly into a little ball.

Best travel knee pillow

Circa Air Inflatable Knee Pillow for Side Sleepers

Shape: Knee pillow | Fill: Inflatable | Thickness: Adjustable | Packability: Easy

Some people can’t fall asleep without a knee pillow — musician Waxahatchee is one of them, and this used to present a problem when she went on tour for months at a time. Because a plush pillow is hard to pack, she found this inflatable one that she says has been life-changing. It takes just three big breaths to blow up and is surprisingly soft. “I don’t overinflate it — I leave a little bit of air out of it so it has a bit of squish,” she says.

Best stuffable travel pillow

Cosy Collection The Nab (Neck and Bag) Pillow Stuffable with Clothes

Shape: Neck pillow | Fill: User’s choice | Thickness: Adjustable | Packability: Average

If you’re flying on a budget airline and trying to pack light , you could opt for this stuffable travel pillow as a way of sneaking extra clothes onto the plane. Jasmine Anderson and Natasha Wilson (travel agents and co-hosts of the podcast Travel Fly Sexy ) both recommend it. “It’s a great hack because you can fit extra T-shirts, shorts, and swimwear into something that no one is looking at you sideways for because it’s a pillow,” says Wilson. And while there are numerous versions of this kind of pillow on the market, I especially like this one because it is covered in a plush fabric for extra comfort and clips at the front for extra neck support.

Some more travel pillows we’ve written about

Therm-a-Rest Compressible Travel Pillow

Our experts

• Jasmine Anderson , co-host, Travel Fly Sexy • Mercedes Arielle, fashion and travel blogger at Calculated Opulence • Wainani Arnold, founder of the Wainani Wellness Center and in-flight wellness expert for Hawaiian Airlines • Katie Crutchfield, musician, Waxahatchee • Dr. Carla Fischer, director of quality and patient safety at NYU Langone Spine Center • Dr. Claire Fitzpatrick, founder of Bed-Stuy Chiropractic • Dr. Jared Hoffman, Williamsburg Chiropractic • Scott Keyes, Going (formerly Scott’s Cheap Flights) • Jennifer Lachs, founder of  Digital Nomad Girls • Kat Lopez, freelance writer • Lauren Maternowski, editor at Pack Hacker • Teddy Minford, travel writer • Rosie Percy, former Strategist associate director of e-commerce-audience-development strategy • Dr. Rebecca Robbins , sleep specialist and Harvard Medical School instructor • Stella Shon, writer at The Points Guy • Carmen Sognovi , travel blogger • Chantel Tattoli , freelance writer • Taryn White, founder of The Trip Wish List • Natasha Wilson , co-host, Travel Fly Sexy

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The Best Neck Pillows for Travel

Woman using red Cabeau Evolution S3 Travel Pillow in window seat of plane.

Courtesy of Cabeau

The Cabeau Evolution S3 Travel Pillow is one of the best neck pillows for travel.

Just like the pillow you use at home , the best neck pillow for travel is the one that makes you feel most comfortable, allowing you to relax, rest and ultimately fall asleep on the go. The difference, however, is that a travel pillow is typically used when sitting up, which means it needs to provide enough support to keep your head from bobbing.

Based on recommendations from travel experts and advice from physicians, these are the best neck pillows for travel.

Best Overall: Cabeau Evolution S3

Best affordable: mvloc travel pillow, best for long flights: trtl travel pillow, best multipurpose: huzi infinity pillow, best inflatable: sunany inflatable travel pillow, best silk: slip jet setter travel pillow, best for backpacking: marchway ultralight inflatable camping pillow, best for kids: bcozzy double support neck pillow.

Cabeau Evolution S3 Travel Pillow in gray and infographic against white background.

Frequent travelers praise the design of the Cabeau Evolution S3, which is made of a special dual-density memory foam. "My pillow at home is made with memory foam so it's like bringing a piece of home on my travels," says travel blogger Jasmine Cheng of The Wandering Girl . "The sides are also raised, which prevents my head from moving when I'm sleeping." Travelers also appreciate the patented seat strap system that attaches the pillow to a seat or chair headrest as well as the slim flattened back, both of which prevent the head from bobbing.

A handy storage pouch on the side of the pillow allows you to keep your earbuds or other small items close by, and the pillow comes with a clasp that attaches to carry-on luggage . The removable pillow cover, which comes in a variety of colors, is machine-washable. What's more, this travel pillow can be stored in an included carry bag that condenses it to half its size.

Price: $39.99 or less Shop now: Amazon | Cabeau

Travelers appreciate the support (and the price tag) of this memory foam travel pillow. An adjustable rope lock allows you to secure the pillow to your neck for maximum support and comfort. The breathable and machine-washable cloth exterior prevents overheating. This travel pillow also comes with earplugs and an eye mask for ultimate relaxation.

Price: $29.99 or less Shop now: Amazon

Trtl Travel Pillow in gray against neutral background.

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The patented design of the Trtl Travel Pillow – with a hidden internal neck support surrounded by soft, hypoallergenic fleece – makes it a favorite among travelers, particularly for long flights. "Something about it just hits right in a travel accessory category where nothing previously worked for me," explains Meaghan Clawsie, luxury travel advisor at Elated Escapes . "I no longer have any back or neck pain when resting on long-haul flights." Simply wrap the pillow around your neck like a scarf, secure it in place with its built-in fastener and rest your head on the support.

If you tend to overheat easily, there's also the Trtl Pillow Cool , made with Tencel fibers to keep you at a comfortable temperature; a mesh panel makes the pillow particularly breathable as well. Both pillows are machine-washable.

Price: $59.99 or less Shop now: Amazon | Trtl

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If you're not sold on the classic U-shaped neck pillows for travel, consider this snake-like option instead. Able to be twisted into a variety of positions, the versatile Huzi Infinity Pillow provides whatever support feels best – even if that means resting your head on the tray table for a bit. You can also wear it around your neck like a scarf for neck and back comfort (even when you're not snoozing), use it as an eye mask, or drape it over your head if you get cold or want to block out noise.

Travelers love the pillow's bamboo fabric, describing it as soft, smooth and cool. Since it's filled with polyester, the whole pillow can be tossed in the washing machine , unlike its memory foam counterparts. The Infinity Pillow is available in nearly a dozen different colors, including gray, navy and pink.

Price: $45 or less Shop now: Amazon | Infinity Pillow

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Sunany Inflatable Travel Pillow in blue against white background.

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Travelers love the H-shaped design of this inflatable pillow because it allows for use in multiple directions and supports both sides of the head and neck with a flat back. A removable hood on the pillow is a bonus: It encourages a cozy feel and prevents cold drafts from too much air conditioning. For optimal comfort, it is recommended to inflate the pillow about 80% to 90%.

A pocket for your earbud case on this travel pillow provides convenient access for listening to music, and the removable velour cover is machine-washable. The lightweight inflatable pillow can be stored in the included waterproof drawstring bag, which can also be attached to luggage. This travel neck pillow is available in black, gray and blue.

Slip Jet Setter Travel Pillow in pink against white background.

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Travel pillows don't get softer than this luxurious new option by Slip. The Jet Setter Travel Pillow is made with the highest-grade long fiber mulberry silk, which helps to prevent skin creases and bedhead. It also comes with a carrying case with handles. The Jet Setter Travel Pillow is available in three prints and a pretty solid blush color.

Price: $99 or less Shop now: Amazon | Slip

While you can often bring your pillow from home for tent camping, backpacking requires something more lightweight, such as this inflatable option by Marchway. "An inflatable pillow is a game-changer when it comes to backpacking, and an ultralight pillow can't be beat," says Leilani Osmundson , digital producer for travel at U.S. News. "The Marchway pillow fits the bill: It's comfortable, packable and extremely lightweight." This pillow is designed for both back and side sleepers, and doubles as a lumbar support for everyday travels and needs. Once it's deflated, you can machine-wash the cover before folding the pillow into an included drawstring bag.

Price: $13.99 or less Shop now: Amazon

BCOZZY Double Support Neck Pillow in pink with blue hearts design against white background.

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The BCOZZY neck pillow is ideal for all travelers – including kids, with small sizes for youngsters between 3 and 7 years old, and medium options for ages 8 and 12. Travelers like the ergonomic design of the patented pillow, which supports the head and neck by propping the chin up. Overlapping pillow arms, which wrap around the neck and under the chin, can be tightened based on the level of support you need.

If you or your child is a side sleeper, fold the pillow in half, double up the sides and place it on your shoulder, leaning your head to the side. An elevated side option allows you to overlap the pillow arms on top of each other and rotate it 90 degrees to the side for double support for the neck and chin.

This travel pillow is available in a variety of colors and patterns, including light blue and pink hearts. A snap strap attaches the included travel bag to your child's luggage , and you can throw the pillow in the washing machine after your trip.

Price: $44.97 or less Shop now: Amazon

Frequently Asked Questions

Experts agree a supportive pillow is essential for travel. "The biggest issue many travelers experience when sleeping on a plane is that the seats don't recline enough," explains Dr. Alex Dimitriu, a sleep/wake and performance specialist who is dual board certified in psychiatry and sleep medicine. "This often results in the head being just on the brink of tipping forward – which is not a comfortable sleeping position. Because of this insufficient recline, it is important to keep padding behind the head and neck minimal to reduce the tendency for the head to tip forward."

Most travel pillows are designed to be worn around the neck, providing enough support to prevent the head from tipping forward.

When shopping for a neck pillow for travel, experts recommend considering the following factors:

Proper head support:  What's most important is ensuring your head is supported in the right places by your travel pillow – and, in particular, not being pushed forward by excessive padding. "A good pillow would provide support for side sleeping, rather than a lot of padding behind the head, which just pushes the head forward too much," says Dimitriu.

Material: Consider both the external and internal material of the pillow:

External: Chiropractic physician Eric Smith advises to make sure the material of your travel pillow is breathable and won't subject you to an overheated sleep, since one of the main reasons for moving around a lot as you sleep is getting too hot. "When your face gets too hot on one side, even if you're sleeping, you're going to move from it because it's too warm," Smith explains.

There's no real consensus on which material is best for a cool, comfy sleep – and different people will have different preferences – so Smith's advice is to try before you fly (and don't hesitate to request a refund if your chosen pillow isn't working out).

  • Internal: Memory foam pillows tend to offer more firm support – something Smith recommends for anyone, but especially older travelers. "The majority of patients I have that get older, we actually need a more firm pillow, we need a more firm bed, we need more support," Smith says. Pillows filled with microbeads mold more to the neck and head, while inflatable pillows can be adjusted to your preferences based on how much air you use to blow them up.

A travel pillow for your neck isn't considered a carry-on or personal item (and the same generally goes for small, loose items like jackets and umbrellas). That said, it's always best to review your airline's carry-on luggage size restrictions before traveling.

A good neck pillow for travel isn't the only key to achieving a decent sleep while in transit. "From the standpoint of evolution, we're kind of hardwired to be a little bit more on high alert in those situations," explains Rebecca Robbins, an instructor in medicine at Harvard Medical School and scientist at Boston's Brigham and Women's Hospital. "We're a little bit more in fight or flight mode; our brain is subconsciously scanning the environment for threats and there are new sounds and new smells."

She recommends finding elements that are relaxing to you, which might include some of the following:

  • Travel blanket: Look for something lightweight, such as the EverSnug Travel Blanket on Amazon. This blanket comes with a carrying case, which can double as a pillow when the blanket is stored inside.
  • Essential or aromatherapy oils: Scents like lavender and peppermint can be especially calming.
  • Earplugs: Choose headphones that block some or all external noise. The Bose QuietComfort 45 Wireless Headphones are especially well rated.
  • White noise app: There are a variety of free apps, or you can try a paid option like Calm (which offers a free trial).
  • Eye mask: An eye mask like this cotton option on Amazon helps to block out the bright light on planes.

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Whether you get there by plane, train, or automobile, traveling can be a taxing experience. But the right head and neck support can make your journey much more enjoyable, especially if you're boarding a long flight. We're talking about travel pillows, of course, which come in a range of styles, sizes, and materials. "There are tons of different types," says award-winning travel host Valerie Joy Wilson of Trusted Travel Girl. "Some will cushion around your neck, and some just go on the side of your neck."

So, what makes some better than others? "Comfort is the number one thing," says travel expert Rana Good, explaining that a high-quality cushion should help you get some sleep and not wake up in pain. "Also, hygiene is a big factor." In other words, an easy-to-clean design is ideal.

We tested 24 top-rated pillows to find the most comfortable, portable, durable, low-maintenance options. After trying them out in real-life settings, including flights, train rides, and road trips, we narrowed it down to options worth buying.

Keep reading for the best travel pillows PEOPLE tested.

Best Overall

Cabeau evolution classic travel pillow.

  • Comfort 5 /5
  • Quality 4.5 /5
  • Portability 5 /5
  • Durability 5 /5

Cloud-like memory foam conforms to shape of head and neck

Supportive but not too soft or firm

Conveniently machine-washable cover

Clasps come undone easily

Clocking perfect scores in all our tests, the Cabeau Evolution Classic is by far our favorite travel pillow. A perfect option for plane travel, we loved how the responsive memory foam conformed to our heads and necks. Not too soft or too firm with excellent support, laying down on it was like dozing off on a cloud. And when you're done using it, it quickly regains its normal shape. Our tester wore this on two ten-hour flights and now packs it every time she travels.

If you're watching an in-flight movie, reading a book, or just relaxing, this cushion will make the experience much more comfortable. It seems well-made too. Though the velour exterior is removable and machine-washable, it doesn't shift around when zipped onto the pillow. There are also handy toggle clasps on the front to ensure it stays in position while allowing you to hook it to your luggage. The clasps come undone kind of easily, but in the end, this is a minor drawback.

"I personally love Cabeau memory foam neck pillows," says Wilson. The Evolution Classic is very reasonably priced and gives higher-end options a run for their money. It did its job and exceeded our expectations for comfort, durability, and portability. We'd recommend it to anyone looking for a high-quality on-the-go neck pillow. Dimensions: 10 x 9.5 x 5 inches | Core Material: Memory foam | Cover Material: Velour

People / Daniela Galvez

Best Budget

Cloudz microbead travel neck pillow.

  • Quality 4 /5

Comfortable and supportive for long trips

Microbeads conform to the shape of head and neck

Soft, breathable, tear-resistant exterior

Cover isn't removable for washing

Doesn't compress; not easy to pack in luggage

On a budget? The Cloudz Original Travel Pillow is a solid choice. After trying it out on a six-hour flight and a three-hour train ride, we're happy to report it's exceptionally comfortable and supportive. The ultra-soft fabric seems tear-resistant and breathable too. Though it doesn't compress, it's filled with lightweight microbeads that conform to the shape of your neck and head. 

The Cloudz Pillow isn't the best option for packing in a carry-on or backpack, but we liked how the clasp keeps it in place when walking around. You can also attach it to your suitcase or underseat luggage . Although this travel pillow doesn't have a removable cover, the exterior is easy to spot-clean. Affordable price aside, we'd recommend this product to anyone going on a long flight, train ride, or road trip. Dimensions: 12 x 12 x 4 inches | Core Material: Foam beads | Cover Material: Polyester

Best Splurge

Ostrich pillow go neck pillow.

  • Quality 5 /5

Wrap-around design with plush, marshmallow-like feel

Supports neck and chin while preventing stiffness

Compresses to about half its size

Can get a little warm after a few hours

If you're willing to pay a little extra for the best of the best, go with Ostrichpillow. The brand's Go Neck Pillow is one of the few options that earned perfect scores in all testing categories. After using it on a short domestic flight and a long international flight, we were sold on the comfortable design. It feels like wrapping a marshmallow around your neck.

This wrap-around neck cushion has a memory foam core, a soft and stretchy machine-washable cover, and adjustable velcro closure for a custom fit. It supported our necks and chins, keeping our heads securely in place while sitting upright and preventing stiffness. Not only that, but the Go Neck Pillow compresses to about half its size for compact packing . And thanks to the modern design, you won't feel dorky wearing it. The only potential downside is that it gets slightly warm after a few hours. Still, we think it's well worth the investment, especially if you travel often. Dimensions: 10 x 6.5 x 3 inches | Core Material: Memory foam | Cover Material: Viscose, elastomer

People / Susan Brickell

Best Neck Support

J-pillow chin-supporting neck pillow.

Unique shape with ear divot supports from the side

Easy to sleep upright almost anywhere

Entire pillow is machine-washable

Oddly shaped; can't walk with it on neck

Cover isn't removable

If it's neck support you're after, the J-Pillow has your name on it. After using it on a 19-hour car ride, we awarded it perfect scores in all categories. We loved the responsive memory foam core and unique J shape. The clever design is meant to go on one side of your head, almost like you're leaning on someone's shoulder. There's also a little divot for your ear. This makes it easy to take a nap, no matter where you're seated.

Unlike C-shaped pillows, you can't really walk around with it on your neck, but you could attach the included carry bag to your suitcase. The exterior is soft and plush, and we didn't notice any loose strings or snags. And while it doesn't have a removable cover, the entire thing is machine-washable. Dimensions: 13 x 12 x 8 inches | Core Material: Memory foam | Cover Material: Poly-blend fabric

People / Jennifer May

Best Compact

Aeris memory foam travel pillow.

  • Comfort 4.5 /5
  • Durability 4.5 /5

Easily compresses into bag half its size

Provides ideal balance of plushness and support

Perfect for naps on road trips and flights

Might be slightly too firm for longer trips

The Aeris Travel Pillow isn't technically the smallest option on our list. However, it's made of compressible memory foam and fits into an included carrying bag half its size. Stuffing it into the bag was a breeze. But that's not the only thing we liked about this neck cushion.

After trying it out on a six-hour road trip and a five-hour flight, we can tell you it provides an ideal balance of softness and support. Since the memory foam is on the firmer side, you may not want to sleep with it for longer periods. Still, it's perfect for in-transit naps. The super-soft velour cover features high-quality stitching and a sturdy zipper, allowing you to remove and wash it as needed. All things considered, this is an excellent travel pillow with a very reasonable price tag. Dimensions: 13.5 x 11 x 5 inches | Core Material: Memory foam | Cover Material: Velour

People / Anna Popp

Most Versatile

Therm-a-rest compressible pillow.

  • Portability 4 /5

Lofty yet conveniently compressible; packs into itself

Feels almost like real bed pillow

Perfect for flights, camping, and on-the-go naps

Only comes in patterned designs

Prefer more of a standard shape? This one's for you. We used the Therm-a-Rest Compressible Pillow Cinch round-trip for cross-country air travel, on a camping trip, and even for a few naps at home. We were blown away by how comfortable it is, thanks to the lofty core and soft, breathable exterior. Filled with a blend of shredded foam and poly fibers, it feels almost like a real bed pillow.

What's more, the compressible design packs into itself for compact transport and fluffs back up when you're ready to use it. Besides being immensely comfy and highly portable, we like that this travel cushion is made of upcycled and recycled materials. We wish it came in a few solid, neutral hues, but other than that, no complaints. Dimensions: 22 x 15 x 7 inches, 18 x 13 x 6 inches, 15 x 11 x 5 inches | Core Material: Shredded foam, poly fibers | Cover Material: Polyester

Gingerlily Silk Travel Pillow

  • Portability 3 /5
  • Value 3.5 /5

Preserves hair and prevents skin creases

Substantial feel that doesn't go flat

Can be used en route or sleeping in bed

Not compact; may need to be "personal item"

No removable case; laundry bag sold separately

If you want to pull out all the stops in preserving your blowout or keeping skin creases at bay while you nap on the go, it's worth bringing a mini silk pillow. We tried this one from Gingerlily and were immediately impressed by the overall quality — the exterior was sumptuously smooth with no loose threads or fraying. It has a substantial feel that resists going flat. A great option to use on a plane, train, or car ride, it helped us stay comfy for a five-hour excursion and kept our hair sleek and frizz-free. We wish this pillow came with a removable case. While the whole thing is machine-washable, the laundry bag is sold separately.

We like how it's shaped like a regular bed pillow. Although not as big, it's still larger than most travel pillows, so you may need to bring it as your "personal item" for plane travel rather than packing it. However, if you're a silk pillowcase devotee at home, this pillow is substantial enough that you could use it not just en route but also at night at your hotel or vacation rental. And, if self-care is your love language, then this can also make for a great Valentine's Day gift option . Dimensions: 12 x 16 inches | Core Material: Mulberry silk, polyester | Cover Material: Mulberry silk

Best Durable

Cabeau tne s3 travel pillow.

  • Quality 4.8 /5

Plush yet supportive with soft, cozy exterior

Prevents head bobbing while sleeping upright

Durable design stands up to wear and tear

Extra-thick design may take getting used to

Cover isn't as soft after washing

The high-quality design of Cabeau's Evolution TNE S3 Pillow was apparent right off the bat. It's plush yet supportive with a super soft and cozy exterior that never makes you feel hot or stuffy. Since it's on the thicker side, it felt a little odd at first while we got into a comfortable position. But once we got used to it, we were sold. The chin and headrest straps keep it secure, but it stays in place and prevents your head from bobbing around even if you don't use them.

We used this travel pillow for the duration of a 12-day trip, including on planes, trains, and buses. By the last day, it looked just as good as when we pulled it out of the packaging. Though it seems bulky at first, it folds into a compact ball and fits easily into the included carrying case. You can also attach it to a carry-on suitcase or bag using the clip. The removable cover lost some softness after washing it, but not much. Backed by a one-year warranty, the TNE S3 Pillow seems like it'll hold up for a long time. The value is undeniable, so it's definitely worth the investment. Dimensions: 11 x 7.5 x 6.5 inches | Core Material: Memory foam | Cover Material: Polyester, microsuede

Best Cooling

Cabeau evolution cool pillow.

Prevents heat from getting trapped; good for hot sleepers

Supportive and firm but not too hard

Durable design retains shape through repeated compressing

Awkward to position at first

Outer fabric isn't as soft as others we tried

We also liked Cabeau's Evolution Cool Pillow. An ideal choice for people who sleep hot or get night sweats and regularly use cooling pillows at home, the airy, ventilated design is supposed to prevent heat from getting trapped in the memory foam. After trying it out firsthand, we can tell you it works as promised. We found this neck cushion to be extremely supportive and firm but not too hard. It's slightly awkward to position at first, but rest assured, you'll be able to sleep upright on a plane — even in the middle seat.

Though the exterior is soft, it's not the softest option we tried. Still, we appreciate that the zippered cover is removable and machine-washable. This travel pillow also compresses to fit in its included storage bag and maintains its original shape after being repeatedly rolled and unrolled. It's durable, likely long-lasting, and, most importantly, helps you doze comfortably in a seated position without getting stuffy. Dimensions: 13 x 7 x 5 inches | Core Material: Memory foam | Cover Material: Polyester

Cushion Lab Ergonomic Travel Neck Pillow

  • Comfort 4 /5

Thoughtful ergonomic design with adjustable fit

Supports chin and head to keep neck strain at bay

Continuously comfortable for long hours

Snug fit takes some getting used to

Carabiner too small to attach to luggage

Cushion Lab's take on the travel pillow is this semi-firm C-shaped number. The ergonomic design is very snug, almost like a neck brace, though the strap allows you to adjust the fit. While the shape may take some getting used to, it's not uncomfortable at all. In fact, it's quite the opposite. Made of high-density foam and memory foam, it supports your chin, prevents your head from bobbing around, and promises to minimize neck strain.

We were able to sleep comfortably on long car rides and train rides, with no neck pain to speak of afterward. This travel pillow has a machine-washable cover and a handy carrying bag with a carabiner clip. It rolls up easily into the bag, but unfortunately, the clip is a little too small to attach to luggage — it should hook to a purse, backpack, or weekender bag though. If you have a hard time getting comfortable enough to doze off on trains, planes, or cars, this portable pillow might be a game-changer. Dimensions: 10 x 9 x 5 inches, 9 x 8 x 4 inches | Core Material: High-density foam, memory foam | Cover Material: Cotton-poly blend

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Things to Consider Before Buying a Travel Pillow

"The most common travel pillow you'll see at the airport is the [C-shaped] neck pillow," says Good. "A lot of people wear them around their necks as they board." The idea is that the curved design props up your chin and prevents your head from bobbing around while you sleep, ultimately preventing neck strain.

You'll also find J-shaped cushions (like the J-Pillow Travel Pillow ), which are supposed to go on one side of your head rather than around your neck. Then there are rectangular options that are more like a smaller version of a bed pillow, such as the Therm-a-Rest Compressible Pillow .

Travel pillows designed to conform to the shape of your head and neck are often made out of responsive materials, such as memory foam or foam microbeads. Similar to full-sized foam pillows , you can go with high-density foam if you prefer more support and something with shredded foam or poly fibers if you like a softer feel.

The exterior matters, too. In addition to being soft against your skin, the best travel pillows have easy-to-clean cases. Ideally, it should be removable, machine-washable, and dryer-friendly (like our best overall pick, the Cabeau Evolution Classic Travel Neck Pillow ).

Portability

Lastly, think about portability. Despite the size, Good says the best travel pillows can be "stored neatly in your bag" next to other travel accessories , like your wired earbuds and a blackout sleep mask . This could mean it's small or compresses down into a compact shape. Some come with carrying cases that hook to your luggage, and C-shaped designs can be worn around your neck if they don't fit anywhere else — it probably won't count as your "one personal item." And of course, you can keep it in your bag in a compressed case and pull it out once you're settled into your seat.

The Ostrichpillow Go Neck Pillow , while the most expensive on the list, was rated 5/5 by our tester. If your budget allows, investing in a more expensive pillow like this one will surely keep your neck and head comfortable during your travels, which we certainly think is worth the price. However, there are still plenty of options we recommend, like the Cloudz Microbead Travel Neck Pillow , that still provide high quality and comfort at a more approachable price point.

It certainly adds a layer of convenience if your travel pillow is machine washable, especially if you have access to a washer/dryer during your travels. However, not being machine-washable won’t necessarily affect the travel pillow’s comfort and performance. In some cases, cushions without removable covers can be machine-washed as well. If not, you'll need to hand-wash or spot-clean your pillow. We made sure that any pillow we recommended that wasn't machine washable was easy to spot-clean, such as the Cloudz Microbead Travel Neck Pillow .

After researching today's best travel pillows, we selected 24 options to try firsthand. After taking them out of the packaging, reviewing the instructions, and assessing the designs, we brought them along on actual plane flights, train rides, bus rides, and road trips to see how they'd perform in real-life settings.

We evaluated the softness, sturdiness, and maintenance requirements of the materials, then considered the size and whether the pillows were compressible. We used them for two or more consecutive hours (often much longer) on multiple trips. We noted the support, if we were able to fall asleep, and whether we were left feeling sore. After rating each pillow for quality, comfort, portability, durability, and value, those with the highest scores were chosen for this story.

Theresa Holland is a commerce writer specializing in travel, lifestyle, and sleep products. To compile this roundup, she combed through our testing insights and ratings for each product. She also interviewed travel expert Rana Good and Valerie Joy Wilson of Trusted Travel Girl for their expertise on what makes a good travel pillow.

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But we don't stop there: We also regularly re-review the categories in which we've awarded the PEOPLE Tested seal of approval — because the best product of today might not be the best of tomorrow. And by the way, companies can never buy our recommendation: Their products must earn it, fair and square.

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The Best Travel Neck Pillows for Kids Under $20 at Amazon, According to Parents

From long road trips to long-haul flights, these comfy neck pillows have parents covered.

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Traveling with kids can be fun and rewarding as a parent. It’s when you get to explore the world together, sharing meaningful experiences that strengthen family bonds. But let’s be real: It can also be super challenging when unexpected delays, schedule changes, and long travel days test the patience of even the most well-behaved kids. The best you can do is to be prepared and have all the things ready to help them be comfortable until you reach your destination.

One of those must-pack items is a great kids' travel pillow. Seasoned parents know they can make a huge difference for a child while traveling. Whether it’s to take a nap on the plane, train or car without doing that whole awkward chin to chest thing, or just to have a soft place to lean on when caught in an unexpected delay at the airport, they’re a family travel must-have. Luckily parents don’t have to break the bank to get a high quality neck pillow. We’ve rounded up the top-rated kids neck pillows on Amazon — all under $20, and at these price points, we’ll definitely be stocking up on one for each kid in the family.

Infanzia Kids Chin Supporting Travel Neck Pillow

With a design that provides 360-degree full neck support, it’s easy to see why this travel pillow is a favorite among parents and kids. The adjustable chin strap can be secured, so it doesn’t move or jostle the neck. It’s ideal for long-distance road trips or even everyday car rides and it comes with an attached snap and buckle to clip it to a bag so it won’t get lost. One Amazon shopper revealed “My son loved this for our 10-hour road trip” and another shared “it’s great for sleeping toddlers” in a booster seat.

This pillow is currently 10 percent off, comes in seven fun colors, and some even have adorable cartoon characters on the face of the pillow to really make it enticing for little kids.

To buy: amazon.com $18 (originally $20)

Urnexttour Travel Neck Pillow for Kids

This travel pillow is ergonomically designed to offer 360-degree support for the head and neck. It has a slow resilience memory foam that uses the 3-second return technology. This means it can perfectly fit the neck and prevent the head from falling forward. This helps keep young necks in the correct posture when sleeping or sitting upright and prevents sore necks. It’s amazing for long journeys like trains, buses, or planes, and best of all, compresses to half its size in a storage bag, which makes it super easy to carry and doesn’t take up too much room. 

One reviewer raved that she bought this pillow for her 6-year-old for a long flight and that “she slept like a dream on the plane” and still uses it for long road trips. The Urnexttour travel pillow also comes with a cute dinosaur eye mask and  earplugs to really ensure restful slumber.

To buy: amazon.com , $20

Scootz Travel Pillow for Children

If you’re looking for a “fun” travel pillow for kids, then this is the one for you. Not only is the pattern vibrant, it has an elastic fleece fabric that stretches and feels comfortable against the skin. It provides simultaneous support for the head, neck, and chin, so it can be used for all instances where your child needs to rest their head. From airplane, train, bus, or car rides, this form-fitting U-shaped pillow is ideal for neck support. 

A grandparent reviewer shared how both themself and their grandson loved using the “plush” and “comfortable” pillow. You know this is the right pillow when it’s both kid and grandparent-approved, and at almost 50 percent off at Amazon, now’s a great time to stock up on these.

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Coolbebe Kids Neck Travel Pillow

This U-shaped travel neck pillow is made of 100 percent cotton pique and the surface of the cloth feels like a honeycomb, making it breathable and keeping it dry. This also means no pilling or deformation after a few uses. It offers 360-degree head and neck support for kids, so there’s no neck pain after long hours of sitting upright during travel, and it even has a hook on the back to easily attach it to backpacks or luggage.

According to reviews, this particular brand is great for babies, toddlers, and even kids up to 12 years old. One reviewer shared that she used it for her 4-year-old during a 13-hour road trip and that her daughter was so comfortable, “she slept the whole ride”— which is pretty much a parenting miracle.

To buy: amazon.com , $18

World's Best Feather Soft Microfiber Kids Neck Pillow

This microfiber fleece kids neck pillow is not only uber soft but also made from hypoallergenic materials in both the shell and filling. So, parents can rest easy and not worry about allergens from a traditional down filled pillow. The 100 percent polyester fleece cover keeps kids cozy and supported in the head and neck no matter in the car or on the plane. It is adventure proof and is made in the USA. 

With more than 8,500 five-star Amazon ratings from satisfied parents and grandparents, it’s easy to see why this is a trusted choice as a kids travel neck pillow. One satisfied shopper shared that the pillow “got passed around by all of us-kids through adults” and that they are going to buy more for each member of the family. Luckily it comes in 18 different colors and is appropriate for ages 3 and up. They even have an adult size in case you want to buy some for the grown-ups.

To buy: amazon.com , $13

Homewins Travel Pillow for Kids

This best-selling cotton plush neck pillow is super soft yet firm, with resilience for stable neck support. Parents and kids also love the fun animal themes they come in - making it easy to tell which pillow belongs to which kid. It’s a “great size for a kid,” “high quality,”  and “small enough to fit in [a] travel backpack,” according to several satisfied parents .

To buy: amazon.com , $14

Niuniu Dinosaur Travel Pillow

It’s cute, it’s oh-so-soft, and it’s 20 percent off right now, making it perfect for the dinosaur-loving kid in your life. One happy reviewer raved that their 5-year-old “wouldn’t stop wearing it” during a recent trip while another reviewer mentioned that “the best part is you can unzip it and wash it”—which is key for all the germy surfaces any neck pillow is sure to touch during travels. And if dinos aren’t their jam, this memory foam pillow also comes in varieties like a unicorn, axolotl, shark, avocado, penguin and more.

To buy: amazon.com , $16 (originally $20)

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The Best Memory Foam Pillows

Our four memory foam pillow picks all stacked together

By Jackie Reeve

Jackie Reeve is a writer covering all things bedding. She has also reported on towels, rugs, and chicken coops (with help from her 20 backyard pets).

If your current down or down-alternative pillow seems comfortable at first but sinks too low while you sleep, or if you wake up with pain in your head, neck, and shoulders, you might like a memory-foam pillow instead—they’re firmer, and they keep their shape. These generally come in four types of foam: shredded, single slab, layered, and contoured. We tried 18 memory-foam pillows and picked our favorite of each type, but the one that was the most popular with our testers was the adjustable shredded-foam Nest Bedding Easy Breather Pillow .

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Nest Bedding Easy Breather Pillow

Best memory-foam pillow.

Our testers love shredded foam more than any other type, and this pillow is a longtime favorite. It has moldable, customizable filling that gives back- and side-sleepers firm support.

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Budget pick.

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Weekender Gel Memory Foam Pillow

An inexpensive, supportive foam rectangle.

The most affordable memory-foam pillow we tried is also our favorite one-piece foam pillow. It offered some of the best neck and shoulder support without overheating our testers.

Upgrade pick

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Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt Pro + Cooling Pillow (mid-density)

A high-quality layered-foam pillow.

This pillow is made with stacked sheets of foam and has a better cover than any other foam pillow we tried—it’s luxe, cool, and soft but substantial. The pillow comes in three thicknesses, and it’s one of the few we tested that you can try in a store.

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Ecosa Pillow

Best contoured memory-foam pillow.

Height-adjustable and curved to provide targeted neck support, the Ecosa was the best contoured pillow we tested. It’s pricier than others we recommend, but it’s the favorite of our back- and side-sleepers who struggle with pain.

The Nest Bedding Easy Breather Pillow is our overall favorite memory-foam pillow, and it has been a consistent tester favorite since 2016. Our testers generally prefer shredded foam to solid, layered, or contoured foam, and the Easy Breather is one of the most comfortable shredded-foam pillows we’ve found.

It’s adjustable—you can unzip the cover and scoop out filling to get your ideal loft—and it offers firm support. It has a soft, cool cover, and the shredded foam is encased in its own washable inner pouch (making it the first fully washable shredded foam pillow we’ve tested). The pouch also has a zipper, so you can still add and remove as much shredded-foam filling as necessary to get your ideal loft. Another plus: The Easy Breather doesn’t have the chemical smell we’ve found in other shredded-foam pillows we’ve tried.

Nest Bedding offers a 30-day return policy and a two-year warranty on the Easy Breather.

The Weekender Gel Memory Foam Pillow is our favorite solid memory-foam pillow—it felt cool to use, it’s the lightest of our picks, and our side- and back-sleepers found it more supportive than several pricier pillows they tried. It’s also one of the highest-rated and least expensive memory-foam pillows we found on Amazon.

Its cover does feel less luxe than those of our other picks, and the foam inside makes it much squishier than the layered Tempur-Pedic and contoured Ecosa pillows we recommend, so your head sinks a bit more (but not as much as with down or down-alternative pillows). This pillow could be a better choice if you often find memory foam too stiff and lofty, or if you just want to try a memory-foam pillow to see if it’s right for you.

The Weekender pillow comes with Amazon’s 30-day return policy.

The Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt Pro + Cooling Pillow (mid-density) is made with some of the best foam we’ve tried—it feels dense and luxurious.

The pillow comes in three heights, or densities, and the “lo” and “mid” options are made with two sheets of memory foam sandwiching a middle layer of “micro cushions” (the layer looks a bit like hundreds of mini marshmallows squished together). The “hi” height is a single, thick block of memory foam. We tried the layered mid-density version with testers of various body sizes in various sleep positions, and we wouldn’t recommend anything taller unless you have especially broad shoulders or need significant height.

Most of our side- and back-sleepers found this pillow very supportive, but some thought it was too big. The outer cover is made from the highest-quality fabric of any foam pillow we tested; it’s well stitched and taut, and the material stayed cooler than most others we tried.

This pillow comes with a five-year limited warranty—the longest warranty of our picks—and it’s one of the few pillows we’ve tested that you can try in stores to make sure your choice fits your body before you buy. (Tempur-Pedic accepts returns only if the pillow is damaged.)

The Ecosa Pillow is made with contoured memory foam to offer extra support for the natural curve of the neck, and it was the overall favorite in our testing with back- and side-sleepers who struggle with neck, shoulder, or arm pain while they sleep.

The pillow is firm with a bit of squish, so our testers felt cradled without sinking. It’s also more adjustable than any other solid-foam pillow we tested—it comes with two sheets of extra foam you can add to the bottom (inside the cover) to adjust its height. We think it’s the best contoured pillow for most bodies.

Ecosa offers a 100-night return policy, so you can try this pillow risk-free.

The research

Why you should trust us, who should use memory-foam pillows, how we picked and tested, our favorite shredded-foam pillow: nest bedding easy breather pillow, an affordable single-piece foam pillow: weekender gel memory foam pillow, a luxurious layered-foam pillow: tempur-pedic tempur-adapt pro + cooling pillow, a supportive contoured-foam pillow: ecosa pillow, care and maintenance, the competition.

I personally prefer memory-foam pillows. As a side-sleeper I like a fair amount of height and a very firm pillow to keep my shoulders and arms from getting sore, and in testing for this guide I had some of the better nights of sleep I can remember. I also co-wrote our main guide to bed pillows . Our picks are the pillows I would spend money on myself.

For this guide I built on the research from our main guide to pillows , and I also interviewed Dr. Jonathan Kirschner , a physiatrist at New York City’s Hospital for Special Surgery . We talked about pain caused by using the wrong pillow for your body and neck shape, and he explained the proper alignment for the neck during sleep. He also shared what to look for in any good pillow.

Memory-foam pillows (shredded foam, solid foam, layered foam, or contoured) are best for people who sleep on their side or back and don’t get enough support from down and down-alternative pillows. We don’t recommend most memory-foam pillows for stomach-sleepers unless you can customize the fill or you specifically need more height. Although some of these pillows are adjustable, most of our picks are pretty lofty; in our testing, the extra-firm, extra-high support didn’t feel comfortable to most stomach-sleepers.

Dr. Jonathan Kirschner of New York City’s Hospital for Special Surgery told us that, when choosing a pillow, you should maintain your body’s natural alignment. “In the neck we have a natural curve called the lordosis,” he said, “and you want the pillow to accommodate for that.” In testing I’ve found that the most supportive pillows make my head feel like it’s comfortably floating and not pulled in any one direction. If you like the feel of memory foam but need a smaller, softer pillow (in our test panel stomach-sleepers and side- and back-sleepers with smaller frames tended to have this preference), we have more options in the Competition section . To see the pillows we tested with other fills (as well as more options in shredded foam, our testers’ favorite style), read our main guide to bed pillows .

Our four memory foam pillow picks, stacked together

We used the same criteria for this guide as we used for our main guide to pillows :

Comfort: We looked for pillows with good neck and shoulder support, and we ruled out most pillows that caused overheating. Memory foam can feel hotter than down and down-alternative pillows, though, so in some cases we considered pillows with great support that felt a little warm.

Construction: As with all pillows we’ve tested, we looked for strong stitching along the seams, we noted the quality and thickness of the outer cover, and we judged the cover’s ability to protect the foam inside. We also checked the foam to see if it was fragile.

Return policy and warranty: Determining whether a pillow is a good fit takes a few nights, so we looked for generous return policies (from 30 to 100 days) from the companies whose pillows we recommend. Only one of our recommended pillows—from Tempur-Pedic—doesn’t offer returns, but unlike the others, it’s available to try in stores. Most of our picks also come with three- to six-year warranties (which mainly cover manufacturer defects).

In 2019 we tried a total of 18 memory-foam pillows in shredded, solid, layered, and contour styles. We’ve tested shredded-foam pillows for several years for our main pillows guide , but this was our first time considering all styles of foam pillows. After conducting first-round testing that eliminated the least comfortable models, we had a panel of six testers (representing side-sleepers, back-sleepers, stomach-sleepers, and some combo sleepers) spend a few weeks sleeping on the 14 remaining pillows. Going by their notes on comfort and breathability—and building on our years of shredded-foam pillow testing—we made our picks.

The Nest Bedding's The Easy Breather Pillow shown on a bed.

Over the years, we’ve tried more than 100 pillows—stuffed with down, down alternative, and foam—with dozens of sleep testers. And the Nest Bedding Easy Breather Pillow has consistently been one of the most popular among back- and side-sleepers because of its firm but soft support, its adjustable shredded-foam fill, its high-quality materials, and Nest Bedding’s decent return and warranty policies.

We’ve been recommending versions of the Easy Breather since 2016. This pillow is comfy and firm, offering neck support that doesn’t cause pain. The Easy Breather stands out for being completely machine-washable. It’s the top-ranked shredded-foam pillow among our side- and back-sleepers, scoring higher than the Xtreme Comforts , Leesa Hybrid , and Sleep Number ComfortFit Classic pillows. We also found that our testers almost universally preferred the feel and support of shredded foam to that of solid, layered, or contoured foam.

One of our favorite features of shredded-foam pillows over other memory-foam pillows is their adjustability. Although you can choose from three heights on the Tempur-Pedic pillow or add foam sheets to the Ecosa pillow, neither is as customizable as the Easy Breather, from which you can remove clumps of fill to get a loft that feels just right for you. Easy Breather contains all the foam in a zippered, all-cotton inner pouch that tucks inside the outer cover. You can remove clumps of the shredded foam until you get the loft just right (and maybe save those pieces in a bag for future adjustments); we think this makes it the most flexible of our memory-foam pillow picks.

The Easy Breather’s thick Tencel-blend cover is softer than the covers on our other memory-foam pillow picks, with a stippled surface that masks the slightly lumpy texture of the shredded-foam fill. Compared with other shredded-foam pillows we’ve tested, the Easy Breather also has less of a chemical smell when you first open the package (it dissipates in a day or so).

The Easy Breather comes with a 30-day return policy (just save the original packaging for returns), which should be long enough for you to make sure it’s the right choice, plus a two-year warranty covering manufacturer defects. Tempur-Pedic offers a longer warranty and Ecosa offers a longer return policy, but Nest’s protection is still better than what we’ve seen from most competitors in our years of pillow testing. Nest also has 13 showrooms , so if you live near one you might be able to try this pillow in person.

Flaws but not dealbreakers

If you find this pillow to be too lofty, you can adjust it by removing some fill, but the process can be messy. Some of our testers have said that when they’ve done this, the fill has left dusty clumps of foam everywhere. They still love the Easy Breather’s adjustability, though, and we think it’s worth the temporary mess—keep a vacuum handy.

Our budget memory foam pillow pick

The Weekender Gel Memory Foam Pillow was the highest-rated solid memory-foam pillow for our testers, and it’s one of the cheapest foam pillows we tried. It’s the perfect choice if you want a low-risk way to try a memory-foam pillow for the first time, or if you know you don’t like the feel of shredded foam. The Weekender’s foam feels less high-tech and engineered than that of our other picks—it reminded me of the inexpensive foam you can buy at sewing and craft stores. It doesn’t offer as much resistance to the head and neck (what helps keep them elevated and aligned), but for most of our testers it got the job done.

One tester praised its “cushiony softness” and noted that it was just the right thickness for her shoulders. It’s not as tall or as firm as the Nest Bedding, Tempur-Pedic, and Ecosa pillows, but another tester, who has a small frame and generally prefers low pillows, still found it too high. It might be a good choice if you prefer a medium-height pillow.

It’s available in standard (which we tested), queen, and king sizes. Our testers were divided on the quality of the quilted outer cover—some thought it felt cheap, others noted it was cool and soft—but when it’s inside a pillow case, we don’t think you’ll notice. The cover fits the pillow tautly and is removable for easy washing. From a style perspective, we thought the contrast piping looked cute. The Weekender comes with a three-year warranty, and if you buy through Amazon, you have 30 days to return it.

Our upgrade memory foam pillow pick.

The Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt Pro + Cooling Pillow (mid-density) , with its three layers of foam, is the highest-quality foam pillow we tried—it molds to the shape of your head and neck and is better than the Easy Breather at keeping its shape throughout the night. The outer cover is also cooler and better quality than anything else we tested.

We tried the mid-density version—the pillow also comes in a “hi” height that consists of a single block of memory foam and a “lo” version with thinner layers inside—and the foam was firm but spongy, so our heads and necks were cradled but didn’t sink. When squeezed, the foam inside returned to its original shape faster than that of any other memory-foam pillow we tried, so we think this pillow will probably hold its shape and provide comfortable support for longer than any of our other picks. When you remove the cover, this pillow looks like solid foam, but unlike most solid-foam pillows, which are flat rectangles, this one is rounded and overstuffed. That’s because of the “micro cushion” layer sealed inside the memory foam, which gives it more resistance, extra loft, and a rounded shape. It’s the only memory-foam pillow we’ve tried made with layered sheets of solid foam, and it’s particularly comfortable if you need a lofty, dense pillow to keep the curve of your neck properly aligned.

It’s the only one of our picks that’s sold widely in stores (the Easy Breather is available in Nest showrooms, but only a handful of them exist nationwide), and because Tempur-Pedic will accept returns only if the pillow is defective or damaged from shipping, we think you should try it out in person. For this kind of money, it’s worth the extra step. It does come with a five-year limited warranty.

Closeup of the Tempur-Pedic pillow cover

The cover is cool and smooth, and it fits the foam inside perfectly, with less bunching and excess material around the edges than on other pillows we tested. It’s one of the few pillows I’ve tried with cooling technologies (in this case, the proprietary cover fabric) that actually worked through the night. It’s a big pillow, though—it’s tall and fat, and it comes in only queen and king sizes, unlike our other picks. If a lower, squishier pillow works best for your neck and body shape, this one is not for you.

The also great Ecosa pillow

If you need focused support for your neck muscles or struggle with any kind of upper-body pain (including headaches), the contoured Ecosa Pillow might help you get a better night’s sleep. Its raised curves are more rigid than the fill of our other memory-foam picks, and it keeps its shape—your head doesn’t feel as molded into the foam as with our other picks—but also stays squishy so you don’t feel like you’re sleeping on a brick.

Our experts have told us time and time again that a good pillow should work with the natural contour of your neck, and the Ecosa’s shape sits right against the neck to directly support its arc. We tried three contoured pillows, and the Ecosa was the most comfortable and supportive of the neck. I’m a side-sleeper prone to stiff arms and shoulders, and this was my favorite memory-foam pillow (though it did cause me a bit of overheating). I also reached for it while battling sinus headaches. In our testing, a back-sleeper with chronic neck problems also preferred the Ecosa to other memory-foam pillows, and she chose it over another contoured pillow she had been using. It comes with two thin sheets of foam that you can add inside the cover to raise the height, and in our tests we found that Ecosa’s guidance on the number of layers to use was fairly accurate.

The Ecosa pillow stacked on top of the foam inserts it comes with.

The breathable, zippered cover of the pillow is nice quality, too. It’s soft to the touch and hugs the contours of the pillow well, so there’s no bunching as you shift in the night. As with all of our picks, the cover is removable and washable. Ecosa says the pillow has a layer of activated charcoal to give it antibacterial properties, but we didn’t test for that nor do we put a lot of stock into antibacterial claims.

Although the surface has a bumpy texture that split our test panel, it’s less lumpy, and more uniform, than the shredded foam of the Nest Bedding pillow, so it may require less of a transition if you’ve previously been sleeping on down or down alternative. The Ecosa has a 100-night return policy, the longest of any pillow we recommend. It does not come with a warranty, whereas our other picks do.

We’ve talked to some textile experts who said you can wash shredded-foam pillows (though not single-piece foam pillows) in a washing machine without removing their stuffing, but most manufacturers do not recommend it. The Easy Breather is the only shredded foam pillow we tested that can be washed , due to the inner pouch that holds all the foam.

Washing a non-machine washable pillow could void the warranty or affect the ability to return pillows you’ve purchased. We also think it’s possible that washing foam filling could damage it, cause mold if it’s not dried thoroughly, or possibly harm your washer and dryer (if the stuffing leaks). Our safest suggestion is to wash foam-pillow covers only.

You can remove single-piece or shredded foam from its cover (you’ll need a big basket or bag to hold the shredded foam, as it expands quite a bit when you scoop it out). Always check the cleaning instructions on the label, but generally we recommend washing the cover in cold water and drying it on low heat to prevent any damage. Make sure the cover is completely dry before restuffing it.

Notable contenders

Shredded foam.

The Sleep Number ComfortFit Pillow Ultimate is our upgrade pick for back- and side-sleepers in our main pillows guide , and it’s a fantastic option if you don’t like the mess of removing shredded foam. In this guide we recommend only our top memory-foam pillow pick in each style (shredded, solid, layered, and contoured), but this Sleep Number model is the next-best after the Easy Breather. It has three sealed envelopes of shredded foam inside a soft cover, and you can remove these pouches to adjust the loft for your needs.

The Xtreme Comforts Shredded Memory Foam Pillow (standard) is our budget pick for side- and back-sleepers in our main pillows guide, and like the Easy Breather it has been a recommendation of ours since 2016. It typically costs more than twice the price of the Weekender solid-foam pillow, but it’s loftier and also has adjustable fill—it’s consistently popular among testers. It was our former top pick, but half of our test Xtreme Comforts pillows in 2019 had a strong chemical smell that didn’t dissipate; if you end up with a smelly one, you may have to replace it. We also tried the Xtreme Comforts Slim Sleeper Shredded Memory Foam Pillow , the same pillow with less fill, but we found that people who preferred a flattish pillow liked down options more, and that people who wanted a pillow with more support needed more loft.

In several years of testing, side-sleepers have liked the Sleep Number ComfortFit Pillow Classic a lot, and it ranked in the middle of the pack for back- and stomach-sleepers. But no one in our testing liked it better than the Nest Bedding Easy Breather or the Xtreme Comforts.

The SleepNumber Classic True Temp Pillow was the highest rated pillow overall in our 2023 bed pillow testing , and sleepers in every position loved it. It’s a solid foam insert inside a cooling cover that’s also lined with some down alternative polyfill stuffing to provide more cushioning than solid foam alone. Eight of our 10 testers rated it 6 out of 10 or higher. Though one tester who disliked it said it actually gave her back pain.

The Malouf Z Zoned ActiveDough Pillow is thinner than the other solid-foam pillows we tried, but one of our smaller-framed testers (a side- and back-sleeper who prefers memory foam to other fills) gave it the highest ratings. It’s cool to sleep on, and the outer cover is high quality, but the foam is a little more fragile than that of our picks—be careful when taking it out of its cover, because it tears easily. It’s also smellier than most other memory-foam pillows we tried, so you need to air it out for a day or two before using it. But if you’re looking for a supportive but squishy pillow and need something thinner than most memory-foam options, this pillow is excellent.

The Tuft & Needle Original Foam Pillow was the favorite solid-foam pillow in testing with our stomach-sleeper. The company told us it isn’t technically made of memory foam (it’s an open-cell foam), and maybe that’s why our stomach-sleeper found it more supportive than the memory-foam options we tried.

If you like the squishy feel of down alternative but need firmer, loftier support, you might like the shredded-latex and down-alternative Saatva Pillow . As a side-sleeper who likes a tall, firm pillow, I chose the Saatva as my overall favorite in 2019 testing, as it was softly supportive and cloudlike. The shredded Talalay latex core is surrounded by down-alternative fill, and you can remove the core—although one of our sleep-testers tried this and found that the resulting pillow wasn’t supportive at all. Most of our testers didn’t like the texture, which was soft but not as squishy as a plain down-alternative pillow.

Nest Bedding’s Easy Breather Natural Pillow is a version of our favorite pillow, the Easy Breather . It has an organic-cotton cover and is made with shredded latex foam instead of memory foam. It smelled a bit when it arrived, but that odor faded after a few days. It didn’t feel as comfortable as the original Easy Breather during our first round of testing, so we didn’t see a reason to sleep-test both.

We’ve tested versions of the Pillow Cube , rectangular pillows that are advertised for side-sleepers only due to their height and shape. Some versions of the Pillow Cube come in 4-, 5-, and 6-inch thicknesses; the size is meant to correlate with the space between your neck and the side of your body. When we tested a Pillow Cube, one of our sleep testers thought it was fine (“I do like that the support of the pillow starts lower down my neck than it would with a traditional pillow, so I’m probably going to stick with it for a while—but it definitely hasn’t changed my life”), but it gave me a headache after about 10 minutes of use. We think the addition of half-sizes in the future would help buyers get a more accurate fit and prevent pain.

We tried the Purple Pillow , which is made with the same purple, jiggly “Hyper-Elastic Polymer” as the top layer of the Purple Mattress we tested . As with the Purple mattresses, our testers didn’t respond well to the sensation of lying on the gel-like foam. The pillow is very flat and very heavy. Our stomach-sleeper thought it was supportive but just couldn’t get past the feel.

The Live and Sleep Resort Classic Memory Foam Pillow costs about the same as the Weekender pillow, but our testers gave it lower marks because it was notably stiff.

The Epabo Contour Memory Foam Pillow has a concave dip in the center for your head and neck and is thinner than the Ecosa and Therapedic contoured pillows we tested, but it didn’t give our testers enough support.

This article was edited by Daniela Gorny and Christine Ryan.

Jonathan Kirschner, MD, RMSK, physiatrist at New York City’s Hospital for Special Surgery , phone interview, March 4, 2019, email interview, April 23, 2019

Rebecca Robbins, sleep consultant at The Benjamin , phone interview , May 7, 2018

Sean Bergman, chief marketing officer at PureCare , phone interview , October 27, 2015

Michael Breus, PhD, psychologist and American Academy of Sleep fellow , interview

Terry Cralle, RN, sleep industry consultant , phone interview , October 27, 2015

Shannon Maher, assistant professor of home products development at the Fashion Institute of Technology , phone interview , October 26, 2015

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Jackie Reeve is a senior staff writer covering bedding, organization, and home goods at Wirecutter since 2015. Previously she was a school librarian, and she’s been a quilter for about 15 years. Her quilt patterns and her other written work have appeared in various publications. She moderates Wirecutter’s staff book club and makes her bed every morning.

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Best Pillow for Neck Pain in 2024

If you wake up with neck pain, a good pillow can make all the difference. Here are the best pillows for neck pain, chosen by a sleep expert.

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  • Carl R. Greer/Andrew D. Hepburn Award for Best Nonfiction Essay (Miami University, 2020)

Pluto Pillow on a bed

If you find it difficult to fall and stay asleep without being interrupted by aches, stings or sores, you aren’t alone. Many wake up after a sleepless night with a snore and stiff neck. I, too, often experience neck pain if I’m away from my own bed and not careful about the pillow I choose to sleep on. The right pillow can help you relieve neck pain and get better quality sleep. 

A proper pillow for neck pain can keep your body properly aligned while you're asleep, and keep you from sleeping in a manner that will cause further discomfort. You need to consider certain factors when picking the best pillow for neck pain. The most important ones are your sleeping position and pillow materials. Back and side sleeping are recommended as the ideal positions for pain relief, but there are options for stomach sleepers seeking aid too. 

We get into the important details below, including my best pillows for neck pain recommendations and what you should know when shopping for a pillow to relieve your neck pain. 

What’s the best overall pillow for neck pain?

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My pick for the best pillow for neck pain is the Pluto Pillow due to its hybrid design, comfortable feel, its optional cool-to-the-touch cover and the fact that you can personalize it to suit you. This pillow can work for all sleepers and all body types. You can customize it to be firmer and its supportive foam makes the Pluto Pillow a winner for neck pain.     

I have tested over 50 pillows from 45 different top brands over the years. The nine pillows that made this list are the best pillows for neck pain on the market. I also included a few honorable mentions in case one of those might fit you better.

Best pillow for neck pain for 2024 

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Pluto pillow

Best overall pillow for neck pain.

Pluto is a relatively new brand in the market. It tailors your pillow to you and your sleep needs. You'll take a quick questionnaire about your sleeping habits: Your preferred position, age and weight, the material and firmness of your current pillow, the firmness of your mattress, if you're a hot sleeper and so on. Once the company has all this information, you're presented with a pillow built for you. 

Regardless of how you fill out the questionnaire, your Pluto Pillow will come with a perforated foam core, a layer of hypoallergenic fibers and a smooth or cool to the touch cover. Any sleeper should be able to find a pillow that is supportive for this sleeping position and help keep their neck and spine aligned. I received a thinner pillow since I switch between my stomach and side, and I still wake up feeling like my neck was properly supported at night. 

  • Completely customizable
  • Hybrid design 
  • Great for all sleeper types
  • Not for those who enjoy down and latex materials
  • May off-gas for a few days

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Brooklinen Marlow pillow

Best budget pillow for neck pain.

Brooklinen’s Marlow Pillow is made of memory foam and polyester fiber, and the outside cover is made of 100% cotton. While you can't remove any filling, the pillow comes with two zippers (one at the top and one at the bottom) that adjust the firmness. This pillow feels more like a down pillow to me, so this might be best for those who dislike foam. 

I found the Marlow Pillow to be even more supportive than a pillow made with shredded memory foam. My head doesn’t sink in as far as other pillows on this list, which is a good feature for neck pain. The Marlow Pillow is great for those who like firmer pillows and are on a budget.   

  • Adjustable with two zippers
  • On the firmer side
  • Very supportive 
  • Not for strict stomach sleepers 
  • Not for those who like to sink into their pillow

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Eli & Elm Side Sleeper pillow

Best pillow for neck pain in side sleepers.

When considering the best pillow for neck pain, side sleepers need a lofty, tall pillow that properly supports the neck without going flat. If you sleep in this position, the Side Sleeper pillow from Eli and Elm is going to be your best friend.  

It's around 5 inches tall and measures 17 by 29 inches. You can get yours with extra fill if you want it even firmer. Conversely, you can take fill out to adjust its firmness level to your liking. It's also ergonomically shaped to contour around your shoulder and provides a good balance between soft and supportive. I like that it's pressure-relieving enough to take some weight off my neck, but it doesn’t lose its shape or durability. The inside is made with soft polyester fibers and bouncy latex shreds. It also has a removable, washable cover. 

  • Shaped specifically for side sleepers 
  • Machine-washable cover 
  • Adjustable -- remove or add filling to your liking
  • Requires a specific pillowcase 
  • Not for combination sleepers

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True Temp Sleep Number pillow

Best pillow for neck pain in back sleepers.

The Sleep Number True Temp pillow in the Classic shape is one of the best pillows for neck pain in back sleepers. It also has additional features like its 37.5 Technology that uses natural volcanic minerals. In other words, it helps regulate your temperature and lets you sleep cooler than on other memory foam pillows. Combined with a cooling cover that's cold to the touch, it's a cooling pillow true to its name. 

Three foam inserts inside the Sleep Number True Temp pillow give it a cushy, pressure-relieving feel. It's really soft but still offers a good balance of support. If you want to make it even softer and less lofty, you can remove the inserts and adjust 

accordingly. Back sleepers should feel supported and sleep soundly, knowing their neck is properly aligned. 

  • Cool to the touch
  • Comes in classic, contour and ultimate shapes
  • Soft, machine-washable cover
  • Not for strict stomach sleepers

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Brooklyn Bedding Luxury Cooling Memory Foam pillow

Best pillow for neck pain in stomach sleepers.

Imagine you're at the movie theater, and you get front-row seats. Your neck has been kinked for over an hour, and you walk out with slight soreness or irritation. The same thing goes for stomach sleepers who sleep on a tall pillow. While stomach sleeping isn't recommended for those with neck pain, if you can’t sleep any other way, look for a thinner pillow made of foam that can still support your neck.   

The Brooklyn Bedding Luxury Cooling Memory Foam pillow in a low loft is the perfect height for stomach sleepers. The pillow is thinner and has and has a hexagon-patterned cover that is truly cool to the touch. The memory foam itself is perforated, and the top is infused with copper. I like how supported my head and neck feel even when I’m sleeping on my stomach. Best of all, Brooklyn Bedding often has deals, so you can usually grab this pillow for under $99.

  • Cool to the touch 
  • Machine-washable cover
  • Available in low and high profiles 
  • Back sleepers may not find either profile comfortable

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Tuft and Needle Original Foam pillow

Best pillow for neck pain in combination sleepers.

I’m a combination sleeper, and I've been using this pillow for years. Combination sleepers need a pillow to be adaptable when switching positions, and it should have around a medium loft to support one position to another. The Original Foam pillow from Tuft and Needle is all of those things and more. 

The Original Foam pillow is made of Tuft and Needle’s proprietary foam and it feels neutral, bouncy and versatile. I can easily switch positions during the night, and I don’t feel resistance from this pillow. The foam cradles my head but also gives my neck enough support, and the soft cover can easily be removed for a quick wash. It’s a simple pillow, but sometimes that’s all you need. Also, you can often find this pillow under $100 during frequent deals.  

  • Comfortable, adaptable foam 
  • Greenguard Gold and CertiPUR-US certified
  • Washable cover 
  • Some stomach sleepers may need a thinner pillow
  • May off-gas for a few days 

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Purple Harmony

Best latex pillow for neck pain.

The Purple Harmony pillow is available in three different heights: low, medium and tall. It's fitting for all sleepers of all sizes. It softly cradles your head and cervical spine while keeping it in neutral alignment with the thoracic and lumbar spine. 

The Purple Harmony is unlike any pillow. It's made with the brand's own Gel Flex Grid and a slab of latex foam, making it soft and supportive at the same time. The feel of the is similar to gel, like a shoe insole; it's soft and squishy but never loses its shape. With the latex foam, you have a pressure-relieving pillow that promotes proper alignment and great airflow. You'll never have to fluff the Purple Harmony in your life. 

  • Breathable and cool to the touch
  • Unique honeycombed-pattern grid
  • Expensive 
  • Not everyone will like the latex-grid feel

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Layla Kapok pillow

Best memory foam pillow for neck pain.

The Layla Kapok pillow is an eco-friendly pillow made with natural fill sourced from the fibers of kapok tree seed pods. Alongside Layla's shredded memory foam fill, it makes for a plush, cushy and supportive pillow that supports and promotes proper spinal alignment. I love how I feel comfort and support, even when I switch sleeping positions during the night. 

The Layla Kapok, like a few others on our best pillow for pain list, is adjustable. You can remove the filling to size it to your preference. 

  • Adjustable -- remove or add filling to your liking 
  • Plush and supportive 
  • Can be lumpy 

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Coop Home Eden Cool Plus pillow

Best cooling pillow for neck pain.

If you're a hot sleeper, switching to a cooling pillow is a simple change that can help you from overheating at night. Some pillows use materials that hold onto your body heat, such as dense memory foam. Pillows that feel cool to the touch, such as the Coop Eden Cool Plus Pillow, are truly game-changing. 

The Eden Cool Plus pillow contains a heat-wicking inner liner, a gel layer and a shredded gel-infused memory foam core. The filling is airy, breathable and Greenguard Gold and CertiPur-US certified. When you lie down, you can feel the pillow contour to you and take pressure off your neck. One side claims to be cooler and firmer than the other, but I didn't feel that when testing. Another great feature of this pillow is that it is adjustable. Make it as firm or soft, high or low as you desire.

  • Adjustable and hypoallergenic 
  • Not for those who don't like to sink a little into pillows

Other pillows I tested for neck pain 

While these pillows didn't make my initial list, I still wanted to highlight these four pillows. One of these might work best for you and your neck pain.

Tempur-Pedic Neck pillow : This popular pillow from Tempur-Pedic didn’t live up to the other pillow for neck pain on this list. One, I found it too firm. While pillows that properly support your neck are usually on the firmer side, the Tempur-Pedic Neck pillow is more like sleeping on a rock. While that isn’t for me, it could be for you. It’s curved to mimic the natural shape of your neck, which can be helpful for back and side sleepers.   

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Cozy Earth Silk pillow : I’m a huge fan of this pillow, but there's no way to get around the price -- which is why this didn’t make my initial list. The Cozy Earth Silk pillow is made of 100% Mulberry silk and has a viscose bamboo shell. For stomach sleepers, this pillow is thin enough to properly support the neck and cradle the head. I love how soft it is, but if you are experiencing a lot of pain, a medium to medium firm pillow may be better. 

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Boll and Branch Down pillow : Down and down alternative pillows usually aren't the best for neck pain. These pillows are often softer and flatten during the night. However, I do think that the Boll and Branch Down Pillow sticks to its shape well and still offers support to the head. If you dislike memory foam, this pillow might work better for you. 

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Avocado Down pillow : Like the Boll and Branch, this pillow from Avocado is also made of down. It comes in three firmness options and is Downmark certified, RDS certified and Climate Neutral certified. I tested the soft option as a stomach and side sleeper, and while I think the loft is perfect, I found it didn’t have enough support for neck pain. However, the medium and firm options may be better suited for back and side sleepers who like ethically sourced down pillows.    

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How I tested the best pillows for neck pain

CNET editors pick the products and services we write about based on editorial merit. When you buy through our links, we may get a commission. We are still testing the best pillow for neck pain and will update the article accordingly. 

The word "loft" refers to a pillow's height . Different sleeping positions require a different pillow height. The goal is to have a pillow that supports the head and neck and keeps your spine in a straight alignment. 

The firmer the pillow, the more supportive it is . I looked for pillows that had a firm, supportive feel that still relieved tension around the joints. Softer, flat pillows may not be ideal when dealing with neck pain. 

Adjustability

Many pillows these days are made to be adjustable because brands know that pillows aren't a "one size fits all" deal. This way, you can remove filling or inserts to adjust the firmness and loft to your specific needs. It also makes pillows accommodating for different body types -- the larger your build, the taller and firmer your pillow should be . 

Some people have the budget to invest in an expensive pillow that helps relieve pain, but others need pain relief without spending over $100 on a pillow. Most of these pillows are often on sale, and you can easily snag them for under $100 when they are on discount. 

What to consider when choosing the best pillow for neck pain

Sleeping position.

Side sleeping has been shown to reduce pain in the neck and spine . Side sleepers can lie with a tall pillow supporting their neck and head, keeping it in a straight line with their spine. Keep a supportive pillow between the knees to maintain the hips in alignment and reduce pressure on your hips and joints. Check out our top picks for the best pillows for side sleepers for even more help with pain relief. 

Back sleepers benefit from medium loft pillows that keep the neck or cervical spine in a proper C-shaped curve . Back sleeping is ideal for minimizing pain because it distributes pressure evenly across your body and reduces pressure on the spine. 

Stomach sleepers report the greatest amount of neck pain during the day , and stomach sleeping can put added pressure on your back and shoulders. It's not recommended as a good sleeping position when dealing with pain. That said, you can sleep with a thinner pillow or a pillow with a low loft. You can also try putting a pillow under your hips to promote better spinal alignment if you can't switch to your side or back. 

Sleeping with neck pain is most comfortable on the side or back, but your pillow must keep your cervical spine in neutral alignment to avoid increased pressure on the neck. Back sleepers with shoulder pain should sleep with their pillow supporting their shoulders and neck, and another underneath their knees to relieve pressure off the spine.

Sleeping with shoulder pain is most comfortable when you sleep on your back or non-injured shoulder. Back sleeping is recommended because it evenly distributes weight without disturbing either of your shoulders. Still, you can also sleep on your side with a pillow beneath your armpit to relieve pressure. 

Sleeping with back pain is most comfortable when you're on your back, so you ensure straight spine and neck alignment. You can also place a pillow under your knees to relieve more pressure off your spine. 

Certain materials are better at keeping their shape, propping your head up and cradling your neck and shoulders. The best pillow for neck pain is often made of a type of foam and has a good balance between pressure relief and support, with a decent firmness. While down or down alternative isn’t usually the best material for neck pain, if you find a down pillow with ample support and decent design, it might work for you.  

The loft of your pillow is important when you're dealing with pain. Your pillow's height should accommodate your specific sleeping position to keep your spine, neck and head in alignment. 

Side sleepers benefit from taller, loftier pillows that support their head. Stomach sleepers benefit from thin pillows that cradle the head, and back sleepers need a medium loft that promotes a proper C-shaped curve. 

Best pillow materials for neck pain 

Memory foam.

Memory foam is known for its pressure-relieving properties and is a good choice for support and comfort. This is why several of our picks are made from memory foam. It'll contour around your shoulders and head while never going flat. 

Latex foam is an airy, durable and supportive foam that's also squishy. Many brands use organic latex foam, making their pillows eco-friendly and hypoallergenic. Latex foam has similar pressure-relieving characteristics to those of memory foam but it's much bouncier. 

Poly foam 

Polyurethane foam is cheaper to make than memory or latex foam, meaning these types of pillows are more affordable. It's more responsive than memory foam and more like traditional soft foam than latex foam. To put things in perspective, comfortable couches are made with polyurethane foam.

Best pillow for neck pain FAQs

What pillows do chiropractors recommend.

Many chiropractors suggest memory or latex foam because of their supportive and pressure-relieving qualities. These foams contour around your curves, keep the neck and head propped up and promote a straight spinal alignment.

Can pillows cause neck pain?

Yes, your pillow plays a key part in preventing added pressure to the neck and spine. If your pillow doesn't accommodate your sleeping position, you risk improper spinal alignment and increased pain.

Are firm or soft pillows better for neck pain?

Pillows on the firmer side of the scale are better for neck pain. They offer ample support and help to keep the neck in the correct position all night. However, firm pillows aren’t comfortable enough for everyone. If you are someone who likes softer pillows but is still experiencing neck pain, try a medium pillow -- or one that's just in the middle of the firmness scale -- for both comfort and support.

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