12 of the best pillows for a sound snooze — no matter your sleep position

Filling: Polyurethane, non-temperature sensitive memory foam
Firmness: Medium
Cover: 100% polyester
Care: Machine wash pillowcase, spot clean inner
Price: $49.99

+ Adjustable height
+ Affordable
+ Good for snorers
+ OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 certified
+ 100-night trial
- No warranty
- Difficult to find a cover for the shape

Christina has been reviewing this pillow for us, which is unique in shape and claims to be tailored to all sleepers. Ultimately, this pillow is suitable for side, back, and stomach sleepers (you just need to use the product in slightly different ways, as instructed in the manual). By sleeping on the wing, using the armrests, and dropping your shoulders as specified in the guide, you can optimize your sleep for more comfort and fewer flips in the night. It comes in three sizes.

Buy this pillow if:
You've got neck pain or frequently wake up with headaches (from bad sleep) and don't have a definitive sleep position. If you're on a budget, it's less than $40. It's also recommended for snorers due to its shape. It's customizable based on the way you sleep, too.

Don't buy this pillow if: You're someone who likes coordinated pillows. I haven't found a sham that is suitable for this butterfly-shaped pillow. It does come with a washable cover that fits it perfectly, though, just be aware that you can't wash the inner pillow — it can't be bleached, ironed, dried, or exposed to direct sunlight or temperatures above 104ºF. Also, avoid it if you're a more-than-two-pillows kind of person. IMO, if you're used to a lot of support, this product might feel a little thin. You can ask customer service to send extra inserts if it does feel too thin.

Real Homes rating: 4 out of 5 stars in our Zamat cervical pillow review.

Filling: Polyester down alternative
Firmness: Medium
Cover: 100% Cotton
Care: Machine washable and dryer-safe
Price: $65

+ Great for all kinds of sleepers
+ Stays plump
+ 30-night trial
+ Easy to care for
+ Hypoallergenic
- No warranty

Reviewed by our former sleep editor Louise, this Casper pillow is rated the best for more reasons than one. It’s perfect for all sleepers and never needs re-plumping. Louise sleeps on her side and finds getting the right thickness of pillows difficult. This option fit perfectly in the gap between her neck and shoulder. 

Buy this pillow if:
If you’re a combination sleeper who switches between positions, this pillow will have you well-rested, night after night. If you, like Louise, have a partner with a different sleep style, but still want both pillows to match, you can’t go wrong with the Casper. It washes well and rarely flattens. It’s a fuss-free pillow that doesn't cost too much either.

Don't buy this pillow if:
You want to pick up a quick replacement set or a cheap pair to take to college. The Casper might not be the most expensive pillow we’ve tested, but it’s not cheap cheap. 

Review coming soon.

Filling: Shredded memory foam
Firmness: Medium
Cover: Bamboo-derived viscose rayon and polyester
Care: Machine wash cold, tumble dry low
Price: $72

+ Adjustable height
+ 100-night trial
+ 5-year warranty
+ Hypoallergenic
+ GREENGUARD Gold and CertiPUR-US® certified
- Not the most affordable

As reviewed by our head e-commerce editor Annie, this large pillow is a great choice for anyone. It comes with extra filling so that you can add or remove foam as required, depending on your sleep position. Annie sleeps on her side and occasionally rolls onto her back. She had to add all of the extra filling to get comfortable.

Buy this pillow if:
You want something for a spare bedroom, or if you often change sleep positions. If you'd like your pillow to come with a trial, then this one gives you 100 nights. If you sleep warm, it's nice and breathable (but it isn't noticeably cooler). It's non-toxic and hypoallergenic, too. Both the pillow and the cover are machine washable, and it comes in two sizes, king and queen.

Don't buy this pillow if:
You're on a budget, as it costs $72, but you will get money off the more you buy. It's also not the thickest pillow ever, so if you love a deep pillow then avoid it.

Review coming soon.

Filling: 100% virgin foam fill
Firmness: Medium-firm
Cover: Viscose polyurethane foam w/gel and polyester fiber
Care: Spot clean/machine wash and tumble dry cover on low
Price: $139

+ Adjustable height
+ 100-night trial
+ 5-year warranty
+ Hypoallergenic
+ GREENGUARD Gold and CertiPUR-US® certified
- Spot clean only
- High price

If you are a hot sleeper, like Annie's partner, then you will love this cooling pillow. He can't stop raving about it to his friends (he's younger than 30, promise!) and as someone who overheats every single night, it really has helped him keep cool this summer. It's cool to the touch and as a side/back sleeper, he added all of the extra filling.

Buy this pillow if:
You sleep warm, and you're fed up with flipping your pillow throughout the night. This stays cool and it's adjustable based on the way you sleep, plus it has two different sides to it — one firm and the other more plush. It's a really thick pillow, even without the extra fluff. It comes in two sizes (king and queen) and is a great single pillow if you prefer to sleep with just one.

Don't buy this pillow if:
You need a pillow you can wash entirely. It's spot clean only but its cover is machine washable and tumble dryer friendly, both on low. It's also quite expensive so you wouldn't really want the expense of buying two. Also, avoid if you're a cold sleeper.

Review coming soon.

Filling: Latex
Firmness: Low, medium, tall
Cover: Nylon and spandex
Care: Machine wash cover, spot clean core
Price: $199

+ Cooling
+ 100-night trial
+ 1-year warranty
- Pricey (but worth it)
- Spot clean core

If you’re looking for an alternative to a traditional pillow, Purple’s latex pick is a comfortable option. While it took our staff writer Eve some getting used to, after four weeks of sleeping on it she knew that she’d never slept better in her life. As a back-and-side sleeper who tosses and turns, she was very grateful for its ability to keep shape. It comes in two sizes and three depths. Eve tested the medium-height pillow, but stomach and back sleepers should opt for the low version.

Buy this pillow if:
You want a pillow that’s cooling and supportive. Eve tested this out in warmer weather and found that the pillow stayed the same cool temperature, even on the hottest nights. She also switches positions frequently, so loved that the pillow never lost its shape. In fact, it cradled her head and neck very comfortably.

Don’t buy this pillow if:
You want the feel of a traditional pillow. While Eve eventually loved the latex pillow, it took her time to adjust to it, along with the honeycomb texture. It’s also a pricier choice, and if you're allergic to latex you'll want to avoid it. The brand doesn't state if it's hypoallergenic.

Real Homes rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars in our Purple Harmony pillow review.

Filling: 50/50 microfiber and polyester blend
Firmness: Soft-medium
Cover: 100% cotton shell
Care: Machine wash cold, tumble dry low
Price: $150

+ Soft plushy feel
+ 100-night trial
+ 1-year warranty
+ Hypoallergenic
- Quite thin

As reviewed by our deputy digital editor Emily, who sleeps on her front and side, she says this plushy pick is great for those who prefer a softer pillow. The hybrid filling provides gentle support with a cloud-like texture. The pillows are breathable and lightweight so may be a good choice for warm sleepers. They come in two sizes.

Buy this pillow if:
Check these out if you’re looking for a light pillow that’s easily moldable. They may be a good addition if you like to use two pillows as they’ll make a thinner layer on top of a heavier pillow. It's wrapped in a soft 400-thread count cover, too. 

Don't buy this pillow if:
These may not be for you if you like a firmer pillow or a pillow with a lot of structure. This set is quite squishy and may not hold up well if you like a really solid option or if you are a front sleeper. Our reviewer sometimes sleeps on her front but used this pillow with another pillow while reviewing in this position.

Review coming soon.

Filling: Tempur memory foam
Firmness: Soft
Cover: Washable knit
Care: Machine washable cover 
Price: $129

+ Dual-sided for any sleep type
+ 5-year manufacturer warranty
+ Cooling effect
+ Assembled in the USA
- Needs fluffing up 
- Entirely synthetic

The TEMPUR-Symphony Pillow is not cheap, but when compared to the cost of our reviewer's ongoing osteopath appointments to fix her neck pain, it felt like a smart investment to make. The memory foam filling shifts to offer your head and neck a good amount of support, although it did need to be plumped up every evening before bed to make sure it didn't become too flattened. 

Buy this pillow if:
You want perfect neck support. Our reviewer enjoys sleeping on one firm pillow each night and, as a side sleeper, enjoyed the thickness of this Tempur option. It gave her neck the support needed so that it was not strained each morning.

Don't buy this pillow if:
You want something a bit firmer. This pillow is soft and only comes in one firmness level, so it's not ideal for all users. 

Filling: Micro denier fiber, Talalay latex
Firmness: Medium-firm
Cover: 100% organic cotton
Care: Machine wash without filling
Price: From $165 (for one)

+ Great eco credentials
+ Great for all sleep styles
+ 1-year warranty
+ Hypoallergenic
- No trial period
- Filling can't be cleaned
- Expensive 

If you have a little more to spend and care about the planet, then the Saatva Latex pillow is worth its higher price tag. Ideal for all sleepers, it has everything (and more) you’d want in a comfortable pillow. It's soft and plush with the sink-in feel of latex, and it offers optimum support whether you lay on your back, side, or front. It comes in two loft options, standard for back and stomach sleepers, or high for side sleepers. Our reviewer Louise is a side sleeper.

Buy this pillow if:
You’re eco-conscious. As well as great performance in terms of comfort, this pillow is made from 100% latex, which is more sustainable than synthetic microfiber or polyester fillings. It also has a 100% organic cotton cover which is breathable to help hot heads keep their cool. Latex allergy? Don't worry as this won't affect you, and it's hypoallergenic as well.

Don’t buy this pillow if:
You’re on a budget. This is the most expensive pillow on this list, but only because it’s made from latex. It also doesn't come with a free trial like other pillows in this guide. While you can clean this pillow, you'll have to remove all of its filling before you wash it in your machine.

Review coming soon.

Filling: Alternative down
Firmness: Soft/medium or medium/firm
Cover: Outlast cotton
Care: Machine wash and tumble dry low
Price: $89

+ Temperature regulating
+ 60-night trial
+ 180-day warranty
+ Affordable for a cooling pillow
- Not hypoallergenic

If you can't regulate your temperature at night and it keeps you awake, then this is the pillow for you. Its cooling fabric shell is made with NASA-engineered technology that's designed to prevent overheating. While the down-alternative filling keeps you comfortable. Our reviewer Jaclyn sleeps on her back and she really loved it. It comes in two sizes and two firmness levels. 

Buy this pillow if:
If you find yourself flipping your pillow throughout the night, this UltraCool down alternative pick will change your bedtime for the better. Our reviewer Jaclyn compared it to sleeping on a cool cloud. It's great for hot sleepers, but also for anyone who sleeps cold in the winter as it regulates temperature rather than staying cool. It stores heat and releases it when needed rather than wicking it away. It's also nice and affordable in comparison to the other cooling pillows we recommend.

Don't buy this pillow if:
You have allergies, as it's not super clear whether it's hypoallergenic or not. If you don't have any temperature issues, then go for something else.

Filling: Latex
Firmness: Standard
Cover: Nylon and spandex
Care: Machine wash cover, spot clean core
Price: $149

+Cooling
+Travel-sized
+100-night trial
-Pricey for a small pillow
-Spot clean core

For those who love to have home comforts when away, this travel-sized version of the popular Purple Harmony pillow is really useful. Our staff writer Eve has the regular Purple Harmony, and while she found it took some getting used to, she now hates sleeping without it. This is why she found this version especially brilliant, as it has the same cooling latex material and the signature honeycomb texture. She took it away with her on holiday, as well as testing it at home to compare with her regular Harmony.

Buy this pillow if:
You’re traveling and are a warm sleeper. Eve thinks this could come especially in handy when holidaying in hotter countries. You can buy the compression travel case with a clippable loop separately, which you could attach to your rucksack if you’re camping or backpacking. If you’re already a convert to the Harmony crew, she loved how it felt the same to sleep on as her regular one, apart from the width.

Don’t buy this pillow if:
You like having a bigger pillow. This is a compact size as it’s specially designed for going ‘Anywhere’, meaning it is slightly smaller than a regular pillow. Eve did find her head slipped off it when tossing and turning at first, but she got used to the smaller size throughout testing. It’s also made from latex, making it unsuitable for those with this allergy.

Initial Real Homes rating: 4 out of 5 stars (review coming soon)

Filling: Buckwheat hulls
Firmness: Adjustable
Cover: Organic cotton
Care: Dry clean or hand wash cover only, do not tumble dry
Price: $114

+ Three sizes available
+  OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 CERTIFIED
+ 50-day return policy
+ Suitable for sensitive skin
+ Ideal for side and back sleepers
- Heavy
- Adjusting the pillow can be messy and takes trial and error
- Filling material makes noise as you move

When Christina heard that you could make a pillow filled with the same ingredient she made pancakes with — she was puzzled. However, having slept on it (the idea and the cushion itself), she's convinced that Buckwheat belongs in the bedroom too. Though, it does take some getting used to. This isn't your standard pillow — it's supportive and firm, but you won't sink into it like the others. 

Buy this pillow if:
You're a hot sleeper with back pain. This is a supportive pillow and the novel fill material isn't just a gimmick — it really is cooling. In traditional medicine, Buckwheat is used for reducing migraines, and while this is noted as a selling point, we're yet to confirm or deny these claims. Some online reviewers have praised this pillow stating that it has cured headaches.

Don't buy this pillow if:
You live with young children or pets. This pillow comes with an additional cotton bag full of spare Buckwheat husks which can be messy in the wrong hands, and present a choking hazard. FYI, the traditional size is more like a couch pillow, so go for the biggest size if you want ample space to rest your head. Note that it weighs around 9 pounds so might not be suitable for lesser-abled people to hold or use. 

Review coming soon

Filling: 80% polyurethane foam and 20% polyester fiber
Firmness: Adjustable
Cover: 100% cotton, 120 GSM sateen fabric
Care: Spot clean only
Price: $65

+ Available in two sizes
+ 100% vegan and allergy friendly
+ Uses zips to adjust support
+ 365 day return policy
+ 2-year warranty

Whatever type of sleeper you are: just zip it. No, we're not being rude — we're outlining just how easy it is to adjust this pillow based on your favorite sleeping position. In short: keep both sides unzipped if you want a plush feel, one side unzipped for medium firmness, and everything zipped up for a solid feel.

Buy this pillow if:
You want an adjustable pillow without removing any loose fill or taking any layers out. Note, that it is possible to take out some of the chopped memory foam — but it shouldn't be necessary.

Don't buy this pillow if:
You've got a memory foam allergy. You should be getting 8-10 hours of beauty sleep — not ending up in hives or rashes after  40 winks! It's also probably not the one for you if you want to significantly increase/reduce the height of your pillow. Some online reviewers say that they were a  bit underwhelmed with the whole zip situation.

Review coming soon