Kids Purple Pillow®: a twin/standard-size case or the specially-designed Purple SoftStretch® Travel Pillowcase Slumber Yard team member Matt slept with the Purple Pillow and said that the pillow (absent the boosters) was simply too thin for sleeping on his side. For reference, Matt is 6’ 0″ and weighs about 190 lb. Stomach Sleepers Overall, though, firmness is a personal preference. If you sleep comfortably and pain-free on a soft pillow, for instance, you can absolutely choose a soft pillow over a firm one. Loft The Purple Harmony Pillow, a luxury design that has a core of bouncy Talalay latex sandwiched between layers of the Purple Grid. If you’re looking for a fluffier feel, The Purple Plush Pillow is made without the Purple Grid and may be a good option to try. Firmness

If you’re able to justify the price of this pillow, it’s definitely the most luxurious model from their catalog and one of our favorites. It’s a good option for sleepers who’re looking for something different than the traditional down feeling you get from Purple’s Plush Pillow, but a little more conventional and accommodating than the Original Purple Pillow. We won’t dub it the greatest pillow that has ever existed like Purple seems to have done, but it’s considered a top-favorite among some of our Slumber Yard members because of how luxurious and supportive it is. Which Purple Pillow Is Best For You? While sleep statistics show that sleep plays a critical role in one’s health and happiness, about one-third of Americans report only “poor” or “fair” sleep quality and satisfaction. Interior Grid Material: Remove from the cover and wash in warm water with gentle soap, then let air dry. Named the best gel pillow by GQ , the Purple Pillow® offers a cooling sleep experience thanks to maximum airflow provided by the ventilated Grid. This pillow never needs to be fluffed and holds its shape for years to come. Side sleepers typically need a little extra loft to keep their spines aligned while on their sides. The head needs to be supported so that the nose is in line with your belly button. Side sleepers might want to keep their Plush Pillow zipped up so that it’s firmer and the loft stays higher even with their head’s weight. Stomach Sleepers

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Along with a core made of the Purple Grid, the Purple Pillow includes two foam boosters that are removable, providing flexibility to adjust its loft and feel. This mix of materials makes the Purple Pillow a strong performer for comfort, durability, and temperature regulation. Low F-Z, et al. (2017). Effects of mattress material on body pressure profiles in different sleeping postures. Safety. All of Purple’s products are CertiPUR-US certified, meaning they’re made without the harmful chemicals frequently found in foam mattresses and pillows. The designs are also flame-retardant without added chemicals and the Purple Grid is free of allergens. While the original design is thinner than a standard therapeutic pillow, the product also comes with two foam inserts, which can add extra height to your pillow. The Purple Pillow is made from the company’s Purple Grid. The company says this porous design paired with a polyester-blend pillow cover makes for cooler sleep.

We’re big fans of most of Purple’s products around here, and we’re excited to add the Purple Plush Pillow to our lineup of approved items. It’s fluffy and comfy, and we love all the customization options for different firmness levels and airflow. And because you can customize your firmness level, we think almost any sleeper type will be able to get comfortable and properly support their spine.Since Purple offers two different loft options, we think this pillow would be accommodating for just about anyone, but make sure you choose the most appropriate model. Surrounding the latex foam is Purple’s “360° Purple Grid Hex” for added cushion and support, and this is where the Purple Harmony Pillow stands out. The Purple Plush Pillow is a different case altogether, as it is filled with a polyester down-like material that makes the pillow more traditional. The Purple Plush Pillow also has a pair of zippers that allows users to adjust the loft of the pillow so it can be firm or soft, depending on the users’ wish. Lastly, as the most affordable option, we think it’s the most accommodating. Two of Purple’s pillows are either adjustable or come in multiple height options. Adjustability and multiple height options can make it easier to find a pillow that works best for you. Kim HC, et al. (2015). The effect of different pillow heights on the parameters of cervicothoracic spine segments.

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Based on its design and materials, the Purple Pillow stands out in several categories. It holds its shape extremely well and does not require constant fluffing to maintain its loft. It resists heat buildup, making it a good choice for people who want to keep their head cool during the night. The Purple Grid is well-built, providing durability and meeting a high level of performance night after night. It feels like you’re laying on a softer, gel/rubbery material. It’s comfortable and pretty neat, but it’s certainly not for everyone. If you want a more traditional pillow—like say, the Helix Pillow—then you will undoubtedly not want to get the Purple Pillow.

We mentioned how we thought the this pillow was luxurious, and the price certainly reflects that sentiment. It’s one of the pricier pillows we’ve seen come through our doors. There’s no universally accepted pillow that fits perfectly for every sleeper. Instead, it’s important to find the right match, and sleeping position and body weight are important factors to consider. Side Sleepers We’ll focus on the flagship Purple Pillow and break down its construction, pricing, performance, and how well it suits different types of sleepers. Feel: Determine what feel you prefer. Generally speaking, there are five types of pillows and feels: The pillow you find most comfortable might not be the same one your partner prefers. Additionally, your own pillow preferences may change over time. For this reason, pillow quality is of the utmost importance.Before we go over the exact construction in our Purple pillow review, we have to point out that it weighs in at a whopping 10 lbs. This is the heaviest pillow that we reviewedto date and, to be candid, it’s too heavy. The pillow has an uncompressed loft of about 3.25”, but when you lay your head on it, the loft drops to about 2.75”. If you look closely, the material inside of the zippers that holds the fluff in is a mesh-like material that has holes in it. When both sides of the pillow are unzipped, you can expect to have better airflow through the pillow because it lets the fluff become more airy, which literally gives more room for airflow. Laying our head on the Purple Harmony pillow felt really nice—it almost feels like your head is weightless or just floating there. It’s soft, but not in a fluffy way like Purple’s Plush Pillow, and it’s definitely supportive too. It’s also a particularly responsive and springy pillow, which can be credited to both the bouncy latex foam and Hyper-Elastic Polymer. Purple Harmony Sleeping Positions The Harmony Purple Pillow falls somewhere between the two in terms of support, and is best for those looking for a luxury, breathable sleeping experience. It contains the same revolutionary Hyper-Elastic Polymer from the Purple mattress, but contains an additional Talalay latex support layer.