About our latex pillow reviews and research

Our ratings are based on over 1,400 actual latex pillow owner / consumer reviews that were collected using an unbiased, accurate methodology.

We receive NO compensation of any kind from any company, organization or individual to affect in any way or degree the content of pillow reviews, ratings and research.

Remember

– Latex pillows can be expensive. The price range is $30-$145. People on average paid about $43. Although price tends to be higher than other pillow types, owners still regard the product to be a good value.

– Latex pillows are often described by owners as dense and somewhat heavy. As a result, the pillow is not generally regarded as cuddly or huggable, at least not to the degree that softer and lighter pillows are.

– Some people (less than 3% of the population) are allergic to latex. Latex, however, is anti-microbial and mildew proof. In addition, it tends to not attract large dust mite populations.

Pillow Reviews > Latex Pillow Reviews

Latex Pillows → Reviews, Ratings & Complaints Based on Data From Over 1,400 Actual Owners

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What You Need To Know

Owner satisfaction: Latex pillows have 84% owner satisfaction.

Price: $30-$145

Pros: Good compromise between soft and firm/supportive; usually holds shape; effective at pain relief; won’t clump or develop hollow spots.

Cons: May give off initial odor; may flatten somewhat over time; can be pricey; can feel unnatural to some.

Alternatives: See how latex pillows compare to other pillow types in the pillow comparison.

Competition: The most direct competition to latex pillows is likely memory foam pillows.

Latex Pillow Ratings: As a Group

The ratings below discuss how the pillows overall as a group are evaluated by owners. For information on specific brands, see the section following this one.

Owner satisfaction good Latex pillows have 84% owner satisfaction which rates them as well as any other pillow type. More expensive latex pillows tend to have somewhat higher satisfaction than less expensive latex pillows.
Durability / longevity fair Owner experience data suggests that latex pillows maintain their shape over time as well as most other pillow types. However, 6% of owners report that their pillow becomes significantly flatter /softer over time. With regular use, a 3-5 year life expectancy can be expected in most cases.
Price poor The price range is $30-$145. People on average paid about $43. Although price tends to be higher than other pillow types, owners still regard the product to be a good value.
Less pain good Less pain, including less neck/shoulder pain, is a strong advantage of latex mainly because it offers good support. Too much firmness and or improper loft can cause pain.
Supportive good The vast majority of owners (80%) say that the pillow provides good-excellent support by being "springy" and instantly adjusting to movements of one's head and neck. Owners typically say that the product does not go flat and holds its shape through the night. About 2% of owners report this springiness is a disadvantage because it results in the feeling that one has their head on a balloon.
Moldable fair A "moldable" pillow is one whose shape can be easily altered or "scrunched" to increase comfort and support. Moldability tends to not be a strength of latex pillows since they tend to spring back to shape and are often quite dense.
Cuddly fair A "cuddly" pillow is one that is soft and huggable, as opposed to hard, rigid, stiff and or too heavy. Softer pillow types do better on this issue than latex which tends to be fairly solid and not lightweight.
Contents won't shift / clump Good The contents inside won't shift or clump resulting in hollow spots.
Loft variety fair Some models offer a variety of lofts. But latex pillows overall are one of the thickest / loftiest pillow types. Too much thickness is reported by at least 3% of owners.
Back sleep good Generally good, but loft may be too high for some.
Stomach sleep fair High loft can undermine comfort for stomach sleepers.
Side sleep good Side sleepers generally have highest satisfaction with latex pillows mainly because they often have good loft which side sleepers require.
No initial odor / off gassing fair A significant rubbery or chemical smell is reported by 6% of owners.
Air flow good Heat trap issues are reported by only 1-2% of owners. The product often has small holes and interconnecting channels that create a natural ventilation system, letting body heat and moisture disperse.
No noise good Latex pillows are totally quiet.
Lightweight fair The pillows are often described by owners as dense and somewhat heavy.
Fewer allergies good Some owners report less allergies since using their latex pillow. Latex is anti-microbial and mildew proof. And although dust mites do not eat the latex they can still live in it to feed on the shedded skill cells that settle inside.
Ease of use / maintenance good They are generally very low maintenance. If cleaning is needed, use lukewarm solution of mild soap and water and dry at room temperature.

Latex Pillow Ratings: By Brand

Several brands are compared below on factors that can vary at least somewhat from brand to brand. In addition, the chart evaluates only those latex pillows for which we could find significant owner experience data; in other words, the chart does not include all latex pillows available on the market.

  Owner Satisfaction / Sample Size Price / Retailer Firmness* Loft* Sleeping Positions* Main Complaints
(% of Owners)
Return Policy
Echelon Classic 91% / 26 $100 / Sleepys.com Variety offered Medium-
High
Side, Back -- ?
Dream Solutions 85% / 24 $40 / Sears.com Medium Medium Back, side -- 90 days
Z by Malouf 100% Natural Talalay (Amazon.com) 82% / 332 $56 / Amazon.com Variety offered variety
offered
All odor (10%), lacks support (5%) 30 days
Natural Latex Pillow (JCPenney) 85% / 106 $70 /
JCPenney.com
Medium- Firm High-
Medium
Back, side too firm (6%), Odor (5%), too thick (4%) 90 days
Premium Natural Latex Foam Pillow 86% / 897 $40 /
Overstock.com
Medium-Soft Medium-
Low
Back, stomach, perhaps side lacks support (3%), too thin (2%), Too soft (2%) 30 days
Pacific Coast Sealy SpringFree
(Amazon.com)
86% / 22 $60 / US-
Mattress.com
Medium- Soft Medium-
High
Side, Back Too thick (10%) 30 days
Simmons Beautyrest Latex Pillow (Amazon.com) 78% / 408 $45 Amazon; $32 Walmart.com; $48 Overstock Varies High-
Medium
Mainly Side, Perhaps Back Too soft (5%), too firm (4%), too Thick (4%), odor (3%) Amazon, Overstock: 30 days. Walmart.com: 90 days

* This information is what tends to be true in most owner experiences, but not necessarily all. In addition, this information is based on actual owner experiences, not on manufacturer claims which can often be inaccurate.

Description of Lying on a Latex Pillow

Below are the most common words / phrases that owners use to describe lying on their latex pillow (in order of more common to less common).

Soft yet supportive    
Somewhat conforming    
Springy / bouncy / rubbery    
Solid / dense    
Too firm    
Too thick    
Too soft / lack support    
Unnatural feel