These 9 Pillows Will Give You the Best Night of Sleep Ever

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To get a good night's sleep, you might feel like all the stars need to be aligned, that you got a good workout in and stopped drinking coffee after 12 p.m. to ensure you're tired enough. And then, you still need a dream combination of darkness, quiet, and the perfect temperature. 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 meet your perfect match, we rounded up nine of our favorite pillows, 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 learn more about the best pillows of 2023.

Pluto Pillow
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Pluto Pillow

The Pluto Pillow ($125) is custom-made to fit your unique sleeping preferences, such as your ideal stuffing, firmness, size, position you tend to sleep in, and more. How it works is you take a quiz, and the company uses your responses to craft your dream pillow. To find out if it's worth the hype, a contributor put it to the test and (spoiler alert) loved it. For more, read her complete review of the Pluto Pillow.

Editor Quote: "Because of the support provided by the pillow, I'm able to get into a comfortable position so I fall asleep more easily and wake up less often due to pain. My upper back and shoulders feel less achy when I wake up, so my mornings naturally get off to a better start." — Caitlin Flynn, contributor

Pillow Cube Side Cube
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Pillow Cube Side Cube

The Pillow Cube Side Cube ($110, originally $150) was "designed by side sleepers, for side sleepers," notes the brand. Its design was created to align perfectly with your spine to prevent back, neck, and shoulder pain, and it comes in different sizes depending on your height, so it's as comfortable as possible. Find out more details via our comprehensive review of the Pillow Cube.

Editor Quote: "The more I slept on it, the more I noticed how the quality of my sleep improved. It was so much easier to wake up in the morning without feeling too tired and in a fog, making it easier to have a productive day. I never realized how much the wrong type of pillow could physically affect my body and the quality of life I was living. [It's] an essential part of my nighttime routine, and it's worth every penny if you're a side sleeper." — Anvita Reddy, assistant editor, Commerce

Casper Memory Foam Pillow
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Casper Memory Foam Pillow

If you run warm, the Casper Memory Foam Pillow ($76, originally $89) is a smart investment. It features small channels in the foam that circulate air, and a breathable jersey knit cover to keep you cool. It's crafted using three layers of foam to ensure your head is supported yet comfy while you sleep. Learn more by reading our review of the Casper Memory Foam Pillow.

Editor Quote: "The main reason I love it is because it truly does keep me so much cooler. For the first time in what seems like forever, I didn't wake up with my hair and face feeling sweaty or greasy." — Krista Jones, former editor, Commerce

The Dual Purple TwinCloud Pillow
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The Dual Purple TwinCloud Pillow

The Purple TwinCloud Pillow ($89) boasts an undeniably innovative design that's essentially two pillows in one. It has a soft side and a firm side, both of which utilize down-like fibers, which you can flip to your liking. Cool, right? Read our review of the Purple TwinCloud Pillow to learn more about its unique technology.

Editor Quote: "I couldn't be more happy with the Purple TwinCloud Pillow. Hands down, the zip and flip features make it easy for almost anyone to be comfortable while using this pillow." — Krista Jones, former editor, Commerce

The Marlow Pillow
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The Marlow Pillow

What separates the Marlow Pillow ($65) from the pack is that you can adjust its firmness using its zipper technology. When both sides are zipped, the pillow's at max firmness, and when both are unzipped it's at max plushness. For more, check out our review of the Marlow Pillow.

Editor Quote: "Overall, what really sets it apart for me is the easy-to-use design. While there are a number of adjustable pillows on the market, most of them you have to manually remove or add stuffing, but this one works with just one zip." — Krista Jones, former editor, Commerce

Go Neck Pillow
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Go Neck Pillow

The Go Neck Pillow ($60) features a 360-degree ergonomic design for full neck support, ensuring you maintain proper spinal posture to prevent neck and back pain during your travels. Our favorite thing about it is that it compresses to 60 percent of its size when you store it in the included travel bag, which makes packing it in your luggage a breeze. Read more via our review of the Go Neck Pillow.

Editor Quote: "This neck pillow is so easy to pack and not bulky, making it the perfect travel accessory. The product includes a protective bag to store my neck pillow when I am not using it, which is ideal and helps keep it clean. The softness of the neck pillow's outer sleeve is so cozy, and the memory foam makes me feel like I'm laying my head on one of the pillows that I sleep with daily." — Indira Diaz, former social strategy coordinator

Yana 360° Body Pillow
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Yana 360° Body Pillow

The Yana Pillow ($199) looks like a pregnancy pillow, and while it certainly can work as one, it's not solely for moms-to-be. Instead, it was designed for 360° comfort and support. When it's not in use, you can tie it into a decorative knot, so it doesn't take up too much room on your bed. Learn more by reading our review of the Yana 360° Body Pillow.

Editor Quote: "I used to find myself tossing and turning during the night, searching for the perfect position to fall asleep in, and most of them ended up hurting my back. Resting in the pillow's unique silhouette gives my body a cozy sensation that doesn't tempt me to move around as much. As a result, it helps prevent me from getting stuck in uncomfortable positions." — Krista Jones, former editor, Commerce

Pluto Puff Body Pillow
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Pluto Puff Body Pillow

Prefer a more traditional body pillow design? Check out the Pluto Puff Body Pillow ($110). It's made with hypoallergenic, synthetic fiber, and countless shoppers attest that it's one of — if not the most — comfortable pillows they've ever owned. For more, read our review of the Pluto Puff Body Pillow.

Editor Quote: "The second I opened it, my roommate's dog jumped on it and took a nap. We now fight over the pillow, because she's a fan too. I like it so much, I laid across the top of my queen size bed, replacing all my other pillows. Sometimes I cuddle with it as a body pillow, but most nights I use it for my head." — Krista Jones, former editor, Commerce

Honeydew Scrumptious Side Pillow
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Honeydew Scrumptious Side Pillow

The Honeydew Scrumptious Side Pillow ($130) has nearly a perfect five-star rating on Amazon and a former staff writer's seal of approval. The curved shape supports your neck and shoulders regardless of whether you sleep on your side, back, or stomach. Learn more by checking out our review of the Honeydew Scrumptious Side Pillow.

Editor Quote: "The cutout shape allows it to rest snugly around your bottom shoulder if you sleep on your side, but it also feels cozy around your neck if you sleep on your back." — Jenny Sugar, former staff writer