Should you choose a firm or a soft pillow? That depends on your sleeping position. A soft pillow suits side sleepers, while firmer pillows are usually better for back and stomach sleepers. It also depends on how firm your mattress is. Curious whether a firm or a soft pillow fits you best? Find out here 👇
How do you choose between a firm or a soft pillow?
A good pillow is essential for healthy sleep posture. But how do you know what suits you, a firm or a soft pillow? We can help. Think about your usual sleep position and how firm your mattress is. Then use this matrix to discover whether you need a firm or a soft pillow:
| Sleeping position | Firm mattress | Medium firm mattress | Soft mattress |
| Side sleeper | Medium pillow | Medium or firm pillow | Firm pillow |
| Back sleeper | Firm pillow | Medium or firm pillow | Medium pillow |
| Stomach sleeper | Soft pillow | Medium or soft pillow | Medium or soft pillow |
Explanation
Side sleeper
If you mostly sleep on your side, choose a medium to firm pillow. It also needs enough height to bridge the gap between your head and the mattress so your spine stays in a neutral line. See our pillows for side sleepers.
Back sleeper
If you usually sleep on your back, go for a firm or medium firm pillow. This supports your head and neck and keeps your spine nicely aligned. See our pillows for back sleepers.
Stomach sleeper
If you often sleep on your stomach, choose a soft, low pillow. That stops your head being raised too far and keeps your neck in a neutral line with your spine. See our pillows for stomach sleepers.
So which Cloudpillo pillow is perfect for you
Now you have an idea whether a firm or a soft pillow suits you, which model should you choose There are several Cloudpillo pillows and they are all adjustable in height and firmness. Feeling a bit overwhelmed We get it. That is why we made a quick quiz. In under one minute you will discover your best match.
Our soft pillows
- Cloudpillo Recharge | Want an ultra soft pillow with hotel quality Choose this two compartment design so you can make it as soft as you like.
- Cloudpillo Original | You can make this pillow as soft as you like by removing some of the filling memory foam until you reach your perfect comfort level
Our firm pillows
- Cloudpillo Original | The adjustable pillow you can tailor to your ideal level of firmness. Make it even firmer by adding extra memory foam flakes.
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Cloudpillo Plus | Made for side sleepers. A supportive pillow with a shoulder recess so you always find a comfortable position, even with broad shoulders.
Firm or soft pillow for neck pain
Struggling with neck pain Your pillow could be the culprit. Without proper support at night, you will feel it during the day. Looking for a better pillow and wondering whether firm or soft is best for neck pain Good news you do not have to choose. Cloudpillo pillows are adjustable. Remove some filling or add more. While you sleep you will discover what works for you a firm or a soft pillow. Ideal, right See our pillows for neck pain.
100 night trial
Going for a firm or a soft pillow Still unsure No problem you can try a Cloudpillo for 100 nights. Or visit one of our stockists to try in store. That is the best way to feel what suits you. Want personal advice Feel free to get in touch.
