The 14 Best Pillows for Side Sleepers to Try
The 14 Best Pillows for Side Sleepers to Try
If you're a side sleeper like myself, you know just how important (and how hard!) it is to find a pillow that gives you the support you need for your head and neck. Not to mention, if you tend to run hot while you sleep, you need something breathable and cooling, too. And there are so many different types of pillows out there now, from down and down alternative to memory foam, hybrids, and just about every shape imaginable. So, how do you choose the right one for you? These pillows are either designed specifically for side sleepers, or are adjustable so that side sleepers can crash comfortably on them. No matter what kind of fill or structure you're looking for, there's something for everyone here—and at just about every price point, too.
1) Down Side Sleeper Pillow
Parachute Home
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Parachute's regular down and down-alternative pillows were already a good option for side sleepers thanks to their extra cushy fill (hello, neck support!) but their just-launched pillow specifically for side sleepers adds a 3.5-inch gusset for extra support—and trust me, it's as good as it sounds.
2) Saatva Latex Pillow
Saatva
saatva.com
We love Saatva for its mattresses, so it should come as no surprise that the company makes great pillows, too. This one comprises a core of shredded latex with a down-alternative inner pillow, giving it two layers of soft support.
3) Tempur-Pedic TEMPUR-Cloud? Pillow
Tempur-Pedic
Customers praise this pick for all kinds of sleepers, but the firmness is likely to be especially appreciated by side sleepers. Plus, with almost 5,000 reviews and an average 4.5 star rating, you can rest assured that it's a tried-and-true favorite.
4) Brooklinen Down Pillow
Brooklinen
Fact: There's almost nothing more comfortable than a cushy down pillow, and Brooklinen's design is one of our favorites. Side sleepers should opt for the firmest option, which has a higher ratio of feathers to clusters for better support.
5) Lavish Home Adjustable Memory Foam Bed Pillow
Lavish Home
wayfair.com
If you don't want to go custom, try an adjustable pillow. This pick has a removable shredded memory foam insert, so you can make it as soft or as firm as you'd like. The best part? The pillow is machine-washable, so keeping it feeling fresh will be a cinch.
6) Tuft & Needle Original Foam Pillow
If you're a memory foam fan and you want a simple all-foam pillow that's good for side sleepers, try this Tuft & Needle option—it's designed to be both squishy and supportive, and to adapt to your body. Plus, it wicks warmth away for a cooler night's sleep.
7) Casper Original Pillow
Okay so this one isn't technically billed as side sleeper-specific, but as a side sleeper myself, I can tell you I sleep soundly on this every night. Casper's pillow-in-pillow design means it's just the right combination of firm and soft.
8) AERIS Side Sleeper Contour Pillow
aeris
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For an affordable alternative, try this contoured foam pillow for side sleepers, available on Amazon. Like the Tempur-Pedic and Tuft & Needle options, this one is another great option for hot sleepers, since it's ventilated.
9) Buffy Cloud Pillow
Is there any testimonial better than this review? "Fluffy but firm! Kind of like sleeping on a big marshmallow," one user said about Buffy's pillow, which comes in three levels of firmness (medium, medium-firm, and medium-soft).
10) Leesa Hybrid Pillow
The Leesa Pillow's quilted side means your pillow is always plush, no fluffing required. Sleep on whichever side you prefer, customize it by removing the center insert, and keep cool with its chilling fiber-filled fabric and gel layer.
11) Linenspa Essentials Firm Bed Pillow
Linenspa Essentials
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The most affordable option on this list: Linenspa has a winner with this pillow, which features a 5-inch thick design and plush filling that makes it ultra-comfortable. Go for the firmest purchase option if you're a side sleeper.
12) Coop Home Goods The Eden Pillow
Coop Home Goods
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Another adjustable option, the Eden Pillow from Coop Home Goods has a gusseted design for added support for your neck and is filled with shredded memory foam pieces. To adjust the thickness, simply take out as much or as little foam as you'd like.
13) Sealy Memory Foam Contour Pillow
Sealy
wayfair.com
Sealy's memory foam contour pillow is just what side sleepers need in a supportive, comfortable head rest. It features cooling technology and is moisture-wicking, so hot sleepers stay comfortable throughout the night—plus, it's treated with an antimicrobial coating for healthier, allergen-free sleep.
14) Pillow Cube Pro
Designed to fill the gap between the head and shoulder, this memory foam pillow is made for side sleepers. More specifically, the Pillow Cube Pro is recommended for those who roll from side to side in their sleep. It's available in three sizes—4, 5, and 6 inches—so you can choose the thickness level that's right for you.
These top-reviewed pillows are either designed specifically for side sleepers, or are adjustable so that side sleepers can make it work for their specific needs.