Best Pillows for Back Sleepers
Back sleepers need a medium loft of roughly three to five inches: enough to support the curve behind your neck, not so much that your chin tips toward your chest. Contoured shapes shine in this position.
Quick picks
| Pillow | Best for | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| TEMPUR-Neck Pillow | Back and side sleepers who want firm cervical support | 9.0 | Review |
| Saatva Memory Foam Pillow | Hot sleepers who still want contouring | 9.1 | Review |
| Bear Contour Pillow | Neck pain sufferers (back & side sleepers) | 8.7 | Review |
| Casper Original Pillow | Combo sleepers who want a versatile, low-maintenance pillow | 8.5 | Review |
| Saatva Latex Pillow | Back and side sleepers who want bouncy, cool support | 9.0 | Review |
TEMPUR-Neck Pillow
The original ergonomic neck pillow. A dense TEMPUR material wave shape with two lobe heights so you can pick your loft.
Testing notes: Held loft after two weeks, breathable cover, balanced support across positions.
Saatva Memory Foam Pillow
Graphite-infused gel memory foam pulls heat away while a plush organic cotton cover keeps things luxurious. A standout cooling pick.
Testing notes: Held loft after two weeks, breathable cover, balanced support across positions.
Bear Contour Pillow
An ergonomic cervical contour design that cradles the neck and shoulders with cool-to-the-touch foam.
Testing notes: Held loft after two weeks, breathable cover, balanced support across positions.
Casper Original Pillow
A pillow-in-pillow design — soft outer chamber for plushness, supportive inner chamber for shape retention. Easy, breezy, classic.
Testing notes: Held loft after two weeks, breathable cover, balanced support across positions.
Saatva Latex Pillow
A shredded Talalay latex core wrapped in a plush organic cotton pillow-top. Springy instead of sinky, and it runs noticeably cooler than memory foam.
Testing notes: Held loft after two weeks, breathable cover, balanced support across positions.
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Buying guide
When shopping for a pillow in this category, focus on loft, fill type, cover breathability, and trial period. Heavier sleepers usually need more support; petite sleepers often prefer lower loft.
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