19 Best Pillows of 2022, Tested and Reviewed

Styles available: Queen and king size options available.

Care instructions: According to LAYR, the outer cover & insert covers can be washed on a gentle cycle with like colors, though all filling should be removed before washing. Tumble dry on low or no heat to prevent shrinking and remove immediately.

What kind of sleeper are you? I tend to change positions throughout the night, but am never concerned about my head comfort.

What’s attractive to you about this pillow? I purchased a very comfortable memory foam mattress and wanted a pillow to match.

What’s it like sleeping on these pillows? The pillows feel like security for my head so I can relax and ease into sleep.

Did the pillows live up to your expectations? I used to never think about pillows as much before I got them, and I miss them if we are on vacation.

Would you recommend this pillow? Yes, everyone deserves a reliable pillow like this one! And since you can adjust it to your soft or firm preferences, it’s worth the money.

CBD Pillow

Material: The pillowcase itself is infused with pharmaceutical grade CBD and made of rayon. The fill is CertiPUR-US and GREENGUARD Gold certified memory foam.
Colors/styles available: Just one standard color + size
Is the pillow machine washable? Yes, though they recommend washing the two separately and with slightly different settings
Bed Sheets Reviewer: Rachel Fletcher, Commerce Editor
What kind of sleeper are you? Stomach
What attracted you to these pillows? I was very excited to test anything that claims to help you sleep better!
On a scale of 1-10, how firm are these pillows? I’d say a 5 or 6–not very firm but that’s how I like it. 
What is the pillow filled with? The fill is gel memory foam and you can remove as much as you’d like to customize it based on your sleep preferences. 
What’s it like sleeping on these pillows? I did a pretty extensive review of the pillow here, but the TLDR is that I very much enjoy the pillow. I wouldn’t say it cured all of my sleep related concerns but it’s a solid sleep accessory. 
Did the pillows live up to your expectations? Hard to say, since I was not expecting much. Lots of products claim to help you relax but ultimately there’s only so much a product can deliver that isn’t, like, actual therapy or medication or something. 
Are the pillows worth the money? If you’re looking for something that’s guaranteed to cure your insomnia, I think that money could be better spent otherwise. 
Would you recommend these bed pillows to a friend? Probably not.

Pillow reviewer: Rachel Fletcher, commerce editor

Materials and firmness: The pillowcase itself is infused with pharmaceutical-grade CBD and made of rayon. The fill is CertiPUR-US and Greenguard Gold certified memory foam. In terms of firmness it’s somewhere in the middle—not very firm, but that’s how I like it. 

Styles available: One standard color and size available.

Care instructions: CBD Pillow recommends washing the pillowcase and pillow separately and on slightly different settings.

What kind of sleeper are you? Stomach sleeper

What’s attractive to you about this pillow? I was very excited to test anything that claims to help you sleep better!

What’s it like sleeping on these pillows? I did a pretty extensive review of the pillow here, but the TL;DR is that I very much enjoy the pillow. I wouldn’t say it cured all of my sleep-related concerns, but it’s a solid sleep accessory. 

Did the pillows live up to your expectations? Hard to say, since I was not expecting much. Lots of products claim to help you relax, but ultimately there’s only so much a product can deliver that isn’t, like, actual therapy or medication or something. 

Would you recommend this pillow? As a pillow, yes! As a cure for anxiety, no. Everyone has a friend who’s down to try something new and, since your reaction to CBD is an incredibly personal one, I wouldn’t count it out as an option. If you’re looking for something that’s guaranteed to cure your insomnia, I think that money could be better spent otherwise.

SHEEX Down Alternative Stomach/Back Sleeper Pillow

Pillow reviewer: Katie Henwood, senior SEO manager

Materials and firmness: Both pillows are filled with a down alternative performance fiber that’s resistant to allergens (including mold, dander, dust buildup, etc.) The outer cover features a moisture-wicking performance fabric. I would say the stomach/back pillow is a medium firm, while the side sleeper is slightly more firm since it is a lot taller and thicker.