A pillow can make a noticeable difference to how comfortable you feel in bed. The right choice is personal: the height, shape and filling that suit one person may not feel right to another. Start with how your current pillow feels and what you would like to change.
Check the height and shape
A pillow should feel comfortable beneath your head and neck without forcing you into a position that feels awkward. Different sleep positions and body shapes can call for different heights. Try more than one option if you can, and notice how it feels when you settle in, turn over and get up.
If you have persistent neck or back pain, a pillow alone cannot diagnose or treat the cause. Speak with a suitable healthcare professional for individual advice. The NHS neck-pain guidance offers general advice about sleep position.
Compare the fillings
Fillings can feel soft and compressible or more resilient and springy. Think about how easily you can adjust the pillow, whether it returns to shape after use, and how warm the complete pillow and pillowcase feel to you. Check the product description for its exact filling rather than assuming two pillows labelled “latex” or “memory foam” feel the same.
Check the size and care instructions
Match the pillow and pillowcase to your bed and the look you want. A suitable protector or washable pillowcase can help keep it fresh. Follow the manufacturer’s care label for the pillow itself: different fillings have different cleaning instructions.
Explore our pillows or book a showroom visit to discuss the options available now. We can help you compare their feel alongside your bed and mattress.
