Best Pillows For Sleeping Comfortably Through the Night

Ian Mutuli
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Ian Mutuli

Ian Mutuli

Founder and Managing Editor of Archute. He is also a graduate architect from The University of Nairobi, Kenya.
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If you do not believe that sleep is an essential for your health program, you might not understand why a pillow is different to any other pillow. However this is not so considering that bed pillows vary in material composition, distinguishing features and type of sleep patterns for which they are designed.

Sleeping on a wrong pillow can lead to crank headaches on the head and difficulties in stretching ones head and neck; this will contribute to depriving you of the necessary quality sleep that you wanted.

In the same way that mattresses do, a memory foam pillow has a central role to have a good night’s sleep. However, it is not such an easy task to determine the best pillow type for sleeping if you do not know what is best for your sleeping pattern. This list of the best pillows will help you choose the best one.

Top 5 Pillows For Comfortable Sleeping

1 . Beckham Hotel Collection Gel Pillows, 2-Pack

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The Beckham Hotel Gel Pillows series guarantees you a comfortable sleep no matter how long you intend to spend. This pillow is made from super-plush gel fiber and is designed to provide you comfort to sleep at night in the best sleeping position. Beckham Hotel Series Gel Pillows are mildew, mold and dust mite resistant. It is recommended for use by side and back sleepers, people with asthma, and allergies and other respiratory conditions because they are allergy and chemical-free.

They are also equally easily washable with the machine for the best care. In addition, the Beckham Hotel Gel Pillows are hypoallergenic, stain resistant and are packed in pairs with one king size.

Pros:

  • They are king-size
  • They are chemical and allergy-free
  • They provide full comfort for all beds
  • They are machine washable 

Cons:

  • None at the moment

2 . Coop Home Goods Adjustable Pillow

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Coop Home Goods – The pillow is both firm and soft: The pillow tick contains a mix of memory foam parts that is hugely supportive and plump at the same time. It shines for every user who is out shopping for a gel memory foam pillow that will give each position optimum comfort for every position. This Coop Home Goods luxe pillow is the shredded memory foam feature that is great for any age and so suitable for every position when sleeping.

Due to its shredded memory foam feature, of which the cushion is perfect for stove sleepers and side sleeper in particular, if this particular cushion is in use then the sleep position is very comfortable. Most of the customer reviews on this memory foam the pillow have shown that it is among the best pillows options due to the perfect firmness.

Pros:

Cons:

  • The outer cover peels after some time

3 . Amazon Basics Down Alternative Pillow 2-Pack

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For getting twice the value for half the price of other individual pillows, you can nibble this pack of two from Amazon’s brand. Amazon Basics Down Alternative Pillow 2-Pack is suitable for those with allergy problems who have to frequently wash their beds.

This variation is actually very soft, relatively new and has a feeling of fitting well for people who like having that support pillow on the stomach or the back. It is a perfect example for the children who requires the best down pillow because of their small size.

The Amazon Basics Down Alternative Pillow 2-Pack can be considered as Tempur pedic since it comes with a casting version that is higher and are ideal for back and stomach sleepers since it is able to cushion the neck and head. A lot of the reviewer comments state that with this tempur pedic pillow not only has there been an ability to improve on other market pillows, this is after it has been proved to be cheaper option and could afford the kind of comfort to every sleep position.

Pros:

  • It is plush and soft and one of the best foam pillows
  • It is machine washable
  •  It is affordable

Cons:

  • It has a low height hence not ideal for tall side sleepers

4 . Puredown Natural Goose Down Feather White Pillow

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This is one of the most attractive and comfortable decision because of its luxuriously soft texture that provides extreme comfort all night. Some of the reviewers have noted said it was very soft and they awarded it good ratings as the best kind of pillow to have.

We definitely give Puredown Natural Goose Down Feather White Pillow a thumb up because this product can be used for a long time because it is washable but does not fade. This cooling pillow has an exterior cover that is surrounded with a solid foam, double-stitched sateen cotton around the body so that the bottom does not come out when needs to be used.

Pros:

  • It is the best feather pillow when it comes to filling since it is very comfortable
  • It is a great sleeping pillow
  • It is machine washable

Cons:

  • It has a memory foam that is not too firm

5 . Tuft & Needle Foam Pillow, Standard, White

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This wonderful pillow is designed for those who need to reduced costs and quick treatment. Contemplate of maximum quality poly stuffing that has been intended to perform well for any kind of sleepers from side sleepers to back sleepers.

The firm also possess shredded foam, the industrial’s lab tests comprises of passing all tests including; It also has an awesome return policy which made it to be on the top list of the best hotel pillows. This is also valid for issues concerning temperature particularly when used as side sleeping pillow and for individuals with varying sizes.

Pros:

  • It is comfortable to sleep on it.
  • Great sleeping pillow
  • It is easy to wash and keep its shape

Cons:

  • Not ideal for stomach sleepers 

Frequently Asked Questions About Pillow Products

1 . The Sleeping Sleeping Position

The best pillows are made with only one objective in mind; that is to see the user have a comfortable sleep. A pillow is maximus filled; come morning waking up is like the night has not been enough. For a stomach sleeper or any other type of sleeper, the best pillows, which are mainly foam products should effectively position the body from the knees, hips and spine, chest up to the shoulder, up to the head and the neck.

Unlike in other cases where you may be required to stick to a certain type of pillow since you are likely to twist your position, the side sleeper should select a thick and firm pillow while the stomach sleeper should choose a slim and soft pillow. Of course, to be a back sleeper you have to use a flatter pillow to support the position of your neck.

2 . The Kind Of Mattress  

Pillows and mattresses work together and hence, they must be in a position to coordinate with each other. If you have firm mattress, you can place a softer one under your head because this will protect you from any pain from the firm mattress you used.

With a firm pillow, you are able to lay your neck and head correctly with a comfortable mattress. Pillows are therefore considered as one of the most important components of your beddings and a suitable one will make a big difference in the comfort of your nights.

3 . Whether The Sleeping Environment Is Hot Or Cold

If you’re the type of person who tends to kick the covers off every night, then you will have to be selective with the style of your pillow. Memory foam is good for most types of sleeper, but you will not be comfortable if you have problems with overheating. Imagine a pillow that you have a water tank inside which makes the pillow wet to cool you in a nice way.

4 . The Budget Allocated For The Pillow

A down pillow is sleek and classy, but is more expensive than a pillow filled with synthetic material. If you want a down pillow, it’s going to have a larger disposability ratio when compared to many other kinds of pillows. However high quality pillows are recommended since they provide ultimate comfort to users when used in judicious occasions.

5 . The Right Time To Replace The Pillow

Take a whiff and if it stinks you know it is time to wash or change it if possible. If it doesn’t bounce back well and does not feel lumpy, then it has lost its fluffy and springy characteristic, it is time for replacement.

6 . Allergies

  Are you allergic to feathers? Then it would help if you went the for skipping down pillows. However, allergy-free improvements, and you will notice tiny coziness and softness with hypoallergenic pillows. If dust is an issue then choose pillows whose cover you can microwave to keep the mites buried and the dust crouched.

 Factors To Consider Before Buying The Best Sleeping Pillows

1 . Materials Used 

 Crucial to any pillow is, of course, the pillow insert. Down pillows are the softest often, however their feather combination could be rather firm and cost only a bit more. Other types of pillows are equally soft but are commonly produced with artificial materials, which consequently reduces the price tag in comparism to that of the down set of pillows. These materials used mean so much to different people because of their different needs, thus the best sleeping pillow needs to be one that meets the needs of the user.

2 . Height 

No single-size pillow fits all. When a person is in lying position, there should be no tilting of the head and the neck in any direction. For those who are tall ensure that you have the right size of pillow for your neck and shoulders.  

3 . Sleeping Position 

Back sleepers or those people who tend to change positions in the night would require a middle type of a high and comfortable one as well as a low and soft one for the stomach sleepers.

4 . Recent Health Changes  

If you have any change in your body health condition that requires the present pillow you use to be changed, then go for it. Your first priority should be the health of a good bodily condition.

Conclusion 

It is so unpleasant and uncomfortable to wake up with a stiff neck, or simply not get a good night’s sleep due to improper positioning when laying in bed. If you are a back sleeper then the right side sleeper should have a premium supportive pillow that will align you to have a good night sleep. Now to decide anything specific about your sleeping arrangement you need to consider where you lay your sleep before choosing the best sleeping pillow for your bed. The right pillow will ensure that the bed remains toasty and cozy for a nice night’s sleep.

Ian Mutuli

About the author

Ian Mutuli

Founder and Managing Editor of Archute. He is also a graduate architect from The University of Nairobi, Kenya.
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