Best Body Pillows – CNET

The Coop Home Goods body pillow is a standout choice for several reasons. It is filled with a hypoallergenic combination of memory foam and microfiber that are cut into small pieces for ultimate adjustability and malleability. To find your ideal comfort level, you can unzip the cover and remove as much – or as little – foam as you like.

Everything is wrapped in an ultra-breathable Lulltra fabric (as Coop Home Goods calls it), a combination of polyester and viscose made from bamboo that’s super comfortable and lightweight, so you won’t get too hot while snuggling with the pillow. With a 100-night sleep trial and a five-year limited warranty, the purchase is virtually risk-free.

If you are a side sleeper or like to relax on your side while watching TV, the Sharper Image Full Support Body Pillow is the right choice for you. It is 10 feet long, but the U-shaped design minimizes its overall area and allows you to rotate it and shape your body to your liking.

It is designed to promote proper alignment of the back, neck, hips and spine while relaxing while reducing pressure in these areas. The hypoallergenic polyester filling is also resistant to clumping, so the body pillow holds its shape well, even when you use it to snuggle up at night.

Although this U-shaped pillow from Queen Rose is technically classified as a pregnancy pillow, it is a top-notch body pillow for everyone. It features an extra-wide top that fully supports your head when lying down or can be folded up to serve as a backrest for reading or watching TV.

The zippered cover and adjustable poly filling allow you to remove the filling to make it firmer or softer depending on what you need at the time. The cover is removable and machine washable, making it easy to clean if you feel like things are getting a little funky.

If you’re looking for a body pillow for back pain, Leachco has you covered with the Back ‘N Belly Chic Supreme. Although this body pillow is also marketed for pregnant women, the contoured, body-hugging design helps relieve pressure for everyone. Not only does it provide extra support for your back, but it also features a naturally curved shape at the top that supports your neck and shoulders, promoting proper spinal alignment.

The design makes it particularly suitable for when you toss and turn at night. The internal contours on both sides follow the natural shape of your body, so you don’t have to adjust too much as you move to get the right fit or positioning.

If the mere thought of snuggling up next to a full body pillow at night is enough to make you sweat, you need the Snuggle-Pedic Ultra-Luxury Bamboo Body Pillow. Made from an ultra-breathable, micro-ventilated cover made primarily from bamboo and polyester, this is one of the best body pillows for hot sleepers.

Not only does it stay cool all night long – keeping you cool by distributing and releasing heat – it’s also hypoallergenic, dust mite resistant and environmentally friendly, so you can breathe easily and sleep soundly. The shredded memory foam filling is also non-toxic and certified by CertiPUR-USSo there is no risk of outgassing like with other memory foams.

The Parachute Down Alternative Body Pillow Insert combines comfort with luxury. It is made of superfine, hypoallergenic microfiber, which is very close to the plush and cozy warmth of down. Everything is nicely packaged in a soft 100% cotton cover that is machine washable as long as you use the gentle cycle.

One thing to note is that this body pillow does not come with a cover, so you must have a cover Buy one separately (if you want one), but Parachute offers four neutral, desert-inspired options that you can change up as your style changes.

With its U-shaped design, removable extender and form-retaining polyfill blend, the PharMeDoc pregnancy pillow provides support for the back, hips, knees, neck and head, relieving pain and discomfort during pregnancy and beyond. You can use the pillow as is for full body support or remove the removable part to create more space or support a book or tablet when you want to sit upright.

It also comes with a zippered travel bag. So when you need to take it with you on the go – or to the hospital when it’s time to welcome your little one – it’s easier and less hassle than others.

Whether you call it a body pillow or a giant stuffed animal, this selection from Plow & Hearth is the best body pillow for kids and/or young-at-heart adults. In addition to being adorable, the oversized pillow is ideal for sleeping, lounging, and/or lying down to read. It’s stuffed with polyester filling and covered in faux fur that feels soft and plush, but is also dense and built to withstand even the toughest cuddles.

If bears don’t really do anything for you, there are other animal forms too, including a fox, a Labrador retriever, a fawn, a cow and a koala. For each of these body pillows sold, Plow & Hearth will donate $1 to the Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA, an organization that provides shelter and care to animals in need.