To get a good night’s rest, you might feel like all the stars need to be aligned. The room has to be just dark enough, the temperature has to be just cool enough, and your body has to be just worn down enough to ensure you can fall into a seamless sleep the moment your head hits the pillow. We get it; falling asleep can be damn hard, but it’s even more difficult if your pillow is anything less than perfect. In our opinion – and experience – investing in one that aligns with our sleeping preferences and lifestyle makes all the difference. And with innovative options for everyone, from the side sleepers to those who run hot at night and everything in between, you have no excuse not to zero in on the perfect one for you.
To find your perfect match, we rounded up our picks for the most comfortable pillows to shop online, all of which have been tried and tested by former and current editors. One of our favorites is the Marlow Pillow, an adjustable design you can zip or unzip to reach your optimal level of firmness or plushness. Another option that’s high up on our list is the Pluto Pillow, which is custom-made to meet your unique sleep preferences. Cool right? In the rare case you haven’t skipped ahead already, keep scrolling to see (and shop!) our complete guide to the best pillows of 2024.
– Additional reporting by Kyley Warren