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Tempur-Pedic pillows have a range of body-molding and cooling capabilities. Here, we examine the best Tempur-Pedic pillows that suit a range of sleeping positions and comfort needs.

This article explores all of Tempur-Pedic’s pillows and offers some shopping tips. It also looks at how certain pillows may affect sleep.

Below, we look at the full range of Tempur-Pedic pillows in more detail.

A Healthline editor provided the review for one of the products below. They purchased this product themselves, and all opinions are their own.

The following table compares the Tempur-Pedic pillows on price, firmness, and more.

PriceFirmnessBest for
Symphony$129softall sleeping positions
Neck Pillowfrom $119 (small)extra-firmneck pain
Cloud Adjustable Pillowfrom $69medium-softadjustable
All-Purpose$49firmbudget
Cloud Profrom $159variesside sleepers
Cloud$89extra-softstomach sleepers
Ergo Cooling$159firmcooling
ComfortPillow Travel$79medium firmtravel

Before purchasing from this company, people may want to consider the advantages and disadvantages.

Pros

  • Tempur-Pedic offers a 5-year warranty on all of its pillows.
  • The company offers a range of firmness options that may suit most preferences and sleeping positions.
  • Some pillows contain a cooling gel that may reduce overheating during sleep.
  • Tempur-Pedic offers a variety of different pillows in different shapes and sizes.
  • The pillow covers are machine washable.

Cons

  • Tempur-Pedic does not offer a trial on its pillows.
  • The company only accepts returns if there is a defect.
  • According to reviews, some pillows retain body heat and may be uncomfortable.
  • Some Tempur-Pedic pillows only have one size option.
  • The pillows may be more expensive than some competitors.

According to reviews on the Tempur-Pedic website, many of the pillows score an average of 5 out of 5 stars.

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) awards Tempur-Pedic an overall score of 1.08 stars despite its A+ rating. The main areas of concern involve difficulties with customer service, warranties, exchanges, and refunds.

A person may consider Tempur-Pedic pillows expensive compared to other brands. However, these pillows are designed to last many years and may be worth the investment.

Tempur-Pedic launched in 1992, making pillows and mattresses with NASA-grade materials to cushion astronauts during a rocket launch.

The company’s signature material, called TEMPUR, adjusts to an individual’s shape, weight, and temperature. It holds a CertiPUR-US certification, which means the manufacturing process does not use certain harmful chemicals and has a low gas emission level.

How to sleep on a Tempur-Pedic pillow depends on the style of the pillow a person chooses.

For example, if a person is using the TEMPUR-Neck Pillow, a person should sleep on their back or side and rest their head in the central dip. The raised parts of the pillow contour to a person’s body shape.

The company’s BodyPillow is best for side sleepers. A person positions the pillow lengthways and lays on their side. The user should lay one leg over the top of the pillow, place their hand on top or hug the pillow, and rest their head at the top side of the pillow.

If people use a pillow with contours, they should make sure the contoured side faces upward.

A person can purchase Tempur-Pedic pillows directly through the company’s website.

People may also purchase Tempur-Pedic pillows in a store. Tempur-Pedic has physical stores in some locations, and it stocks pillows at the following retailers:

  • Walmart Supercenter
  • Mattress Firm
  • Denver Mattress
  • Mathis Sleep

In 2021, researchers studied how different types of pillows may affect sleep quality. The authors concluded that pillows with the following characteristics might improve sleep quality and reduce sleep-related neck pain:

  • latex material
  • contoured design
  • cooling surface
  • the central part of the pillow should be 7 to 11 centimeters in height

A 2014 study compared how an orthopedic pillow, feather pillow, and memory foam pillow affected sleep.

An orthopedic pillow has a curve that aligns with the head, neck, and shoulder curves. The authors found this pillow type may lead to better sleep quality than feather or memory foam pillows.

Tempur-Pedic pillows cost more than others, meaning they can be a significant investment. However, the company receives a high number of positive reviews, and many people report that its pillows improve sleep and pain.

It provides pillows designed to reduce neck pain, making travel more comfortable and keeping hot sleepers cooler while they sleep. Some of its pillows are also very versatile, with an adjustable filling or unique shape that may suit a range of positions and uses.

The company also offers a 5-year warranty on its pillows, which is longer than many other company policies. These factors may make a Tempur-Pedic pillow worth the cost.

Tempur-Pedic offers a 5-year warranty on its pillows. Many online reviewers state that Tempur-Pedic pillows usually last at least this long. To prolong the life of a pillow, a person may wish to purchase a pillow protector to reduce the risk of damage and staining.

Tempur-Pedic says all of its pillows are suitable for side sleepers.

Tempur-Pedic states that a person may find the firmer feel of a Tempur-Pedic pillow different at first. The company states it may take a couple of weeks before the pillow completely adapts to an individual.

Tempur advises that if a person chooses a pillow from its traditional section, the pillow may soften over time.

It also advises that pillows from its ergonomic section may also soften over time, but a person may have an adjustment period for while the materials cells open to provide a softer feel.

TEMPUR is the NASA-designed material in the company’s pillows. Originally made to cushion astronauts during rocket launches, Tempur-Pedic claims its pillows offer enhanced comfort and support.

Many of the reviews on the company website are positive. However, reviews on Better Business Bureau are relatively negative.

Before purchasing, a person may consider exploring other available types and brands of pillows.