Down Pillows Reviews

Down Pillows Specifics

Down pillows were once the most popular pillow types available. However with the advent of memory foam and down alternative micro-fiber pillows, there have been many that have converted to these newer pillow materials. That said, down pillows are still an essential and high end pillow fill material, and over the years the demand for high quality down pillows have only increased with human population.

However, with this demand has come problems with quality. Down is an expensive material to harvest, which means that those pillows with more down fill will be much more expensive than flatter options. This is one of the reasons we recommend learning as much as you can about the height of pillows that you prefer and also buy direct from quality companies and not shady knockoff sellers.

We'll go through the top 5 down pillows below, rated highly by customers and highlight which sleeping styles will align best with each pillow:

Pillow Guy Firm Down PillowThe Outside: The pillow guy firm down pillow comes stuffed with down for a firmer, more supportive down pillow. It uses more high quality down than many other pillows, which is ideal for those that are looking for a comfortable pillow for back and side sleeping. The outside of the pillow comes with a removable poly-fiber shell that is stylish and protects the inner pillow from dust. This cover has luxurious black piping and a hidden zipper for extra comfort. The inner layer is polyester to whick moisture and keep the down refreshingly dry.

The Insides: The inside of the pillow comes with packed luxurious goose down that has a fluffy response to the surface of the pillow. For those that are used to down pillows, it will offer good support without sacrificing conforming to the head and neck.

What Customers Say: These pillows are some of the highest rated down pillows available. Customers love the amount of down you get for the pricepoint and feel comfortable with these pillows above even pricier options. One thing to note is that these are not truly firm, but are more supportive than many other down options.

The Rating : 9.8 / 10

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DownTown Down PillowThe Outside: The DownTown Down pillow is another down pillow that focuses on luxurious comfort. Rather than focusing on support, this pillow focuses on fluff -- with a plush exterior that responds immediately to pressure. The pillow cover is luxurious Egyptian cotton with double stitched piping.

The Insides: The inside of this pillow is high quality European goose down that is soft and all natural. The amount of down is a medium amount that is ideal for those that are stomach sleepers and back sleepers. Side sleepers may have to fold the pillow in half to find the right support.

What Customers Say: Customers give this pillow high marks. Those that are side sleepers will want something more supportive, but stomach sleepers will find this pillow soft against the face and providing enough support.

The Rating : 9.7 / 10

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eLuxury Hotel Style Down PillowThe Outside: The Hotel Style Goose Down pillow offers a lot of value and is made in the USA and is fluffy at a medium firmness. This makes it ideal for back sleepers, but possibly too low for side sleeping. The cover is made of 100% Cambric cotton that is soft against the face.

The Insides: The insides of the pillow is 600 fill white goose down. It provides a good amount of neck support while still being conforming, while not being too high.

What Customers Say: This is a well-rated option that provides more value than the highest rated option above. For those that are curious about down, it is a great entry-point with a great feel for the price.

The Rating : 9.4 / 10

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Eider & Ivory Down PillowThe Outside: Those that are looking for the budget-friendly option need look no further! This brand offers two plush down pillows for the price of one of the luxury versions. These are plush and respond well to pressure on the exterior, which is ideal for stomach sleepers or those that want to stack their pillows. The outer cover of this two pack comes made with 100% cotton fabric for a refreshingly soft feel.

The Insides: The inside of the pillow is made with goose down that is less packed than others. With more conforming and response than firmer options, it will do well for stomach sleepers or back sleepers.

What Customers Say: These pillows are well rated by customers overall. The top complaint was that some wished they were thicker. If you are interested in a thicker option, the first option above will be best suited.

The Rating : 9.3 / 10

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eLuxury Stomach Sleeper Down PillowThe Outside: This pillow is a slimmer down option that is less fluffy than some of the firmer or more expensive options above. However, it is well-made and designed for those that are stomach sleepers specifically. From the outside, it responds well to pressure and provides 'squishy' comfort. The outside cover is made of cambric woven fabric.

The Insides: The insides is a down blend of 80% duck down and 20% duck features. This is hypoallergenic for stomach sleepers with their faces in their pillow and also provides extra cushion without lifting the pillow too far up for that sleeping position.

What Customers Say: Stomach sleepers who need less support report really liking this pillow. The largest complaint is that the pillows are not supportive enough for those that need it extra.

The Rating : 9.2 / 10

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SupportWe've strived to select high quality pillows that will support most budgets and sleeping preferences. Above, you'll see a scale of the fluffiness of each pillow. The more fluffy and supportive the option, the more they are best for side sleeping, while those that are back sleepers will provide a medium fluffiness, and finally those that are stomach sleepers will prefer slimmer, flatter options.

Who Are Down Pillows Best For?
Down pillows offer a luxurious plush feel for sleepers who don't need as much support in the neck. Those that like responsive pillows that are cool and soft to the touch may prefer down or shredded foam options. Those that are sensitive to animal cruely and are looking for down alternatives should take a look at our memory foam pillows, specifically the shredded foam options.