The best pillows of 2024 for every type of sleeper, according to testers and sleep experts

While it is hard to say one pillow is best overall, we do have to tip our hat to SleepNumber's ComfortFit™ Pillow. What really impressed us is that SleepNumber has three different shaped versions of its wildly popular, top-rated ComfortFit™ Pillow, so side, back, and stomach sleepers can find their perfect fit.

According to the SleepNumber website, the pillow is made from a "unique blend of memory foam pieces and premium down alternative fibers." The outer Lyocell blend cover is breathable and hypoallergenic, making it a great choice for those with allergies or sensitive skin. This is important, says Dr. Ashley Magovern, a board-certified dermatologist, "Poor-quality pillow covers can cause irritation to the skin, such as itchiness or acne, because of synthetic dyes and subpar materials." 

The ComfortFit™ Pillow is available in three shapes designed to fit the way you sleep:

Classic: Gently supports your head and neck. Best for stomach or back sleepers.

Curved: Fits your contours for enhanced comfort and support. Best for side or back sleepers

Ultimate: Three removable inserts let you individualize your support and height as your sleep needs change. Great for all sleeping positions. Recommend 1-2 inserts for stomach sleepers; 2-3 inserts for back or side sleepers.

Best of all, for Sleep Awareness Week, SleepNumber is running a BOGO sale! Buy one, Get One 50% off.

Headleveler is a decades-old family-run company that specializes in great pillows. What's more, Headleveler makes the world's only Made-to-measure pillow, so if you truly have neck pain or cannot find the perfect pillow for you, Headlever can help by making a pillow according to your needs and measurements. The secret to its success is the emphasis the company puts on creating pillows that, first and foremost, offer unparalleled cervical support, so you sleep with perfect neck-to-spine alignment. 

You can choose a made-to-measure pillow, which costs roughly the same as its pre-made cervical pillows, or an off-the-shelf version according to your needs. Cervical Headleveler pillows are designed to accommodate the length of your neck, your height and body weight, and your preferred sleeping position.

The pillows are hypoallergenic, machine-washable and filled with high-quality, soft polyester fiber. They contain three different-sized compartments to support your neck and spine best. According to Headleveler, "Compartmentalizing the pillow fill allows for minimum stuffing displacement, meaning you get consistent support throughout the night."

Headleveler offers four different pillow sizes—travel, standard, queen, and king—as well as seven different thicknesses and support levels for people of all sizes. That means there’s something for everyone!

Sleeping on your back comes with a host of health-boosting perks. Dr. Kien Vuu, a Regenerative Medicine specialist and assistant health sciences professor at UCLA, tells us, “Sleeping on your back keeps your spine aligned, head and neck supported, acid reflux at bay and wards off sleep-induced wrinkles, since you are not smooching your face into the pillow."

When it comes to bedding, Bedgear is an industry standout with its double-sided pillows, airflow vents, breathable fabrics, and, most of all, the Pillow ID sleep quiz, which matches you to your perfect pillow according to variables such as sleep position—side, back, or stomach—and whether you sleep hot, cold, or neutral. It's hard to beat Bedgear's Storm Performance Pillow for back sleepers, especially hot-sleepers. 

The Storm Performance pillow features a double-sided design with a React Foam crown on top and React Blend fill on the bottom to choose a firm or plush feel. Its cooling pillow design features Breathable Air-X mesh and air vents for continuous airflow in and around the pillow, preventing heat buildup while you sleep by dispersing heat away from your head, neck, and shoulders.

The outer cover features a soft Ver-Tex instant-cooling material with a triangular pattern and silver-metallic stitching. According to your Pillow ID, the pillow comes in 4 sizes/heights to meet your fit and preferences. The cover is removable and washable.

Side-sleepers you will be happy to know, your favorite sleeping position isn't only comfy, its got health benefits: Dr. Shelby Harris, a psychologist and board-certified specialist in behavioral sleep medicine, tells us, "Side sleeping can be helpful for reducing acid reflux and heartburn and help those who snore — it may reduce the risk of sleep apnea — and [be helpful] for those who are pregnant, as it improves blood flow to the fetus." 

Honeydew Essence Side-Sleeper Pillow won best overall thanks to its 100% adjustable filling, which lets you remove the amount of filling needed to create a pillow that is the exact height you need to ensure perfect alignment and comfort. It also has a customizable design and the option to choose between a queen or king pillow—many side sleeper pillows are only available in a standard or queen size. 

We also love how Honeydew is a family-owned company that makes its pillows by hand in California using CertiPur-US certified gel-based memory foam for enhanced cooling and OEKO-TEX level 100 certified textiles derived from natural materials — baby safe/harmless for humans. Another feature that sets Honeydew apart is the 60-night sleep trial that allows you to love the pillow or return it for a no-questions-asked full refund. All Honeydew pillows also come with a three-year warranty.

Sealy is a well-known and trusted brand in the mattress and bedding industry due to its consistently well-made, high-quality products. Its Essentials Memory Foam Gel Cooling Pillows are no exception. The pillows feature adaptive memory foam with a cool-to-the-touch gel top. The memory foam adapts to your unique shape and supports your head and neck, while the cooling gel layer keeps you sleeping cool as a cucumber all night long. The removable and washable breathable mesh cover helps wick away heat and allows air to flow between your skin and the pillow. 

And at half the price of the majority on this list, this pillow is also a bargain buy! 

Beckham Hotel Collection Bed Pillows are not only Amazon cult favorites with over 230,000 reviews, with 82% of the reviews 4 stars or higher; one of our shopping editors swears by these ultra-comfortable down-alternative pillows as well. The plush bounce-back design keeps this pillow firm and supportive night after night, making it a great choice for back sleepers who need neck-to-spine alignment to wake up pain-free. The combination of down alternative fill with gel and shredded memory foam lends to its "no-shift" design so you can say goodbye to lumps and clumps.

The pillows are made in an OEKO-TEX Standard Certified factory that ensures textiles meet high safety and environmental standards. Unlike memory foam pillows, these pillows (which come in a two-pack) can be tossed in the washing machine and tumble-dried.

Get ready to rejoice, stomach-sleepers; we found the pillow for you! It's not too high, firm, flat, or soft. In the words of Goldie Locks: It's just right. 

Besides having the perfect stomach sleeper low-profile design, we can't decide which we like more: the Omigosh!-Soft TENCEL™ outer shell or the fact that the pillow has ParaPur™ self-cleaning technology that stops germs, spores and dust mites. All we really want to know is why can't all pillows come with the ParaPur™ self-cleaning technology?

You can add or remove filling to create the perfect pillow for your stomach-sleeper needs. The Sculptable Blutech Fusion Fill offers an abundance of airflow, so you will stay cool and sweat-free. There's also a "90-night" return window.

In honor of Sleep Awareness Week, Parallel is offering a Bundle Deal: Buy any two Parallel Pillows, and a $20 discount will be automatically applied at checkout—no code is needed.

As one of the highest-rated pregnancy pillows on the market, Pharmedoc's Pregnancy Body Pillow is not your average body pillow. Its sculpted wavy design contours to your growing bump, while the cool-to-the-touch cooling cover disperses heat away from your body. The U-shaped design helps support the back, hips, knees, neck, and head to help ease discomfort associated with pregnancy, sciatica, fibromyalgia, gastric reflux, and more.

The pillow measures 53" inches long, 31" inches wide, and 7" inches high. The Pharmedoc Pregnancy Body Pillow is backed by the PharMeDoc 100% satisfaction guarantee promise. 

If you are looking for a standard body pillow, the Twilla Adjustable Body Pillow is a winning pick. Its patented Pod System lets you control the filling without having pieces and piles of filling fall out around you - if you've ever used an adjustable pillow, you know exactly what I mean; it can become a huge mess. And to ensure you can find your perfect snuggly fit, each pillow has 15 adjustment pods.

The Hybrid Cooling-Comfort premium down alternative fill offers a soft, plush, yet firm construction. Cooling gel foam is contained within the Pods and draws heat away from the pillow's surface. The exterior is made with Tencel fabric known for being extremely soft, breathable, and moisture-wicking. The pillow is also machine washable.

If you don't love those standard crescent-shaped travel neck pillows, then this inflatable pillow is well worth a try. I came across this inflatable pillow while looking for something for my son to take camping. When it arrived, I was blown away by how soft and lightweight was — and how compact it was when not in use. After realizing I could inflate the pillow to my desired firmness or only partially and fold it in half to use as a lumbar cushion, I immediately ordered two more for my husband and me to use while traveling. At under $25, this pillow with a removable, machine-washable cover is a steal and makes a fantastic gift for the traveler or camper in your life.

You may have seen the Plufl on Shark Tank, dubbed "the world’s first-ever, original dog bed for humans." It's also a viral sensation with over 100M social media impressions and selling out 6x to dateAnd while it is just that—a dog-shaped bed large enough for the whole family to pile into — it has become so much more in my house. My son loves to lie in it to read or do homework, I love taking it on the porch for stargazing, and my husband loves snuggling with his best friend (our beloved Beagal, Leia) on movie night. 

The Plufl is made with CertiPUR-US certified foam free of mercury, lead, formaldehyde, and phthalates and also features orthopedic gel-infused memory foam with supportive plush pillow bolsters that fully enclose you in a huge Plufl hug. The outer cover is 100% machine washable and made from soft vegan fur. It has handles for easy transport and a side pocket big enough for your phone, books, or to hold a cup of water upright. It's 68in x 33in and can easily fold in half to be stored in a closet when guests come over and you don't want to share it.

In honor of Sleep Week, get up to 45% off sitewide on larger-than-life comfort, including the Plufl and all-new cooling body pillow.