12 Best Pillows for Neck Pain Relief, According to Experts




Hotel Collection Gel PillowBeckham Luxury Linens Hotel Collection Gel Pillow

For people who aren’t quite ready to give up sleeping on a soft pillow, these gel fiber-filled pillows are among the most-loved on Amazon, with a whopping 156,000 perfect five-star reviews. Plus, they come in under $50 a piece but still provide a cooling gel fiber, a plush fill, and a silky cover for the ultimate comfort.

What the Reviews Say: “I had some doubts at first because I thought they’d be too soft,” one reviewer explains, but “I would now describe them as soft, yet firm enough to support my head and neck correctly.”

Orthopedic PillowOrthopedic Pillow

The strangest-looking pillow on this list is also one of the most dense—but it’s just what you need if you’re really struggling with neck pain. Its distinctive shape cradles and aligns the head and neck, making it perfect for people who sleep on their backs but occasionally turn to the side.

What the Reviews Say: “It takes a bit of getting used to,” one user said, but “I haven’t had pain from sleeping in six months. Do yourself a favor and try it.”