5 Best Pillows for Side Sleepers

January 30, 2024 · Mattress Warehouse

Finding Your Perfect Pillow: The 5 Best Picks for Side Sleepers

It's well-known that many people sleep on their side. In fact, 60% of adults prefer side sleeping. Selecting a pillow specifically designed for your sleep position is essential for comfort, spinal alignment, and reducing neck and shoulder strain. With the right pillow, you can improve sleep quality and overall health.

Why Choosing the Right Pillow Matters

Since we spend about one-third of our lives sleeping, investing in a quality pillow is crucial. The ideal pillow supports your neck and spine, minimizes strain, and promotes proper alignment. Here are five top pillows for side sleepers:

1. Bedgear Storm Performance Pillow

The Bedgear Storm Performance® Pillow offers personalized comfort with a dual-chamber design: plush on one side, firm on the other. It features React™ blend fill for soft, conforming support, and a responsive crown that supports the head, neck, and shoulders.
Bedgear Storm Performance Pillow top view

2. Bedgear Balance Performance Pillow

The Balance Performance® Pillow by Bedgear keeps you cool and dry with Air-X mesh and moisture-wicking Dri-Tec® fabric. Its Boost Blend Fill provides medium-firm support while slightly elevating your head for optimal side-sleeping alignment. The removable cover is machine-washable for easy maintenance.
Bedgear Balance Pillow lifestyle image

3. Bedgear Cosmo Performance Pillow

The Bedgear Cosmo Pillow features a dual-chamber design for switching between soft and firm comfort. Its cooling Ver-Tex™ cover and Air-X® mesh panels provide airflow, while the removable cover keeps the pillow clean. Available in multiple heights, the 2.0 is ideal for the average side sleeper.
Bedgear Cosmo Pillow stacked view

4. Purple Harmony Pillow

The Purple Harmony Pillow combines a honeycomb-patterned Purple Grid® Hex with a ventilated latex core. Wrapped in a breathable, moisture-wicking mesh cover, it offers supportive, cool comfort for side sleepers. Compatible with other Purple mattresses.
Purple Harmony Pillow front view

5. Tempur-Pedic TEMPUR-Neck™ Pillow

The TEMPUR-Neck Pillow features an ergonomic design that aligns with the natural curves of the head, neck, and shoulders. Developed by doctors, it alleviates neck, shoulder, and back pain, making it ideal for side sleepers.
Tempur-Neck Pillow front view

Every Body is Different

The perfect pillow, paired with the best mattress for side sleepers, can greatly improve your sleep. Every body is unique, so visit a store near you to be matched with the ideal pillow. Sleep Professionals™ use our patented bedMATCH system to ensure a personalized solution for your health and comfort.