Pillow Reviews - Summary Down Alternative / Gel Pillow Reviews Memory Foam Pillow Reviews Pillows for the Body Reviews How To Choose a Pillow Pillow Reviews > Latex Pillow Reviews Latex Pillow Reviews and Comparisons Based on 4,263 Actual Consumer Experiences What You Need To Know THE GOOD: Latex pillows tend to be soft yet supportive resulting in above average comfort and pain-relief potential. They have few complaints related to heat buildup. Durability / longevity tends to be good. Latex seldom clumps, shifts or develops hollow spots. THE BAD: They can have an initial chemical-like or rubber odor. Their springiness / bounciness and above-average weight are negatives to some. THE COMPETITION: Latex pillows often compete most directly with memory foam pillows. See how latex pillows compare to other pillow types. Latex Pillow Ratings: Overall The ratings below show how latex pillows overall compare to the average pillow.
For ratings on specific brands, see the following section.Owners on average pay about $44. Higher price does not necessarily result in higher satisfaction. The pillows tend to maintain their shape and support for at least three years on average with normal, regular use. As they age, they tend to flatten and compress. Less pain, including less neck/shoulder pain, tends to be a strong advantage of latex pillows mainly because of the consistent support they provide. For about 7% of owners, however, the pillows cause pain usually due to excessive firmness and or improper loft. The clear majority of owners say the pillows provide good to excellent support. This is mainly because the pillows tend to hold their shape through the night and instantly adjust to head and neck movements. Latex contours to the head and neck resulting in more equal weight distribution and above average pressure-point relief. Latex pillows are not entirely stable as they tend to have at least some spring or bounce.
About 6% of owners report this characteristic to be a disadvantage because, in their words, it feels like having one's head on a balloon or big rubber ball. 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 spring back to shape and are often fairly dense. However, soft varieties are the most easily moldable. A "cuddly" pillow is one that is soft and huggable, as opposed to hard, rigid, stiff and or too heavy. Latex pillows tend to be too dense and heavy to score highly on this issue. Latex tends to have minimal break-in requirements. The proper support potentially provided by the pillow helps to open airways to reduce snoring. The latex inside does not shift resulting in hollow spots. Generally good, but loft may be too high for some, especially smaller people and those who sleep on a soft mattress. High loft and or excessive firmness can undermine comfort for some stomach sleepers, especially if their mattress is soft.
Side sleepers generally are satisfied with latex pillows mainly because they often have the loft, support and softness side sleepers prefer. A significant rubber or chemical smell is reported by about 5% of owners. It often, but not always, goes away after a few days. Heat trap issues are reported by about 4% of owners. The pillows have small holes and interconnecting channels that create a natural ventilation system, letting body heat and moisture They are quiet under virtually all conditions. Easy to lift, turn, move At least 10% of owners describe latex pillows as dense and heavy in comparison to other pillow types. A small percent of people are allergic to latex. Latex is anti-microbial and mildew proof. dust mites do not eat the latex they can still live in it to feed on the shedded skin cells that settle inside. The pillows are low maintenance in that they never need to be shaken or fluffed. If cleaning is needed, use lukewarm solution of mild
soap and water to spot clean, and dry at room temperature. Top-Rated Latex Pillows: Comparison, Prices and Specs The table below evaluates latex pillows that have 80% or higher owner satisfaction based on at least 100 consumer experiences. Important: Information for firmness, loft and sleep position shows what tends to be true for owners. Your personal evaluation may differ. Charter Club Latex Foam Pillow Person Size Best Suited soft firmness: average, small Sleep Position Best Suited soft firmness: stomach, back firm firmness: back, side * Sale or discounted price. Product is often but not always on sale. ** See the pillow loft guide and loft calculators. Description of Lying on a Latex Pillow Below are the most common phrases that owners use to describe lying on their latex pillow. About our unbiased latex pillow reviews and research Ratings are based on over 4,200 actual latex pillow owner / consumer reviews gathered using an unbiased, accurate methodology.