A memory foam pillow can be one solid block or filled with shredded foam. Solid foam holds a set shape, while shredded foam lets you add or remove filling to adjust the loft. Most come with a removable cover, and many add gel or a cooling fabric.
The six pillows below include a pair of shredded foam pillows, a solid firm pillow and three adjustable or layered models. Fillings, sizes and covers come from each product’s listing page. We have not slept on these pillows ourselves, and we make no health claims; the listings include medical wording that we leave out.
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What to Look For
| Feature | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Foam type | Shredded foam is adjustable; solid foam keeps a fixed shape |
| Loft | Tall pillows suit side sleepers; flatter ones suit stomach sleepers |
| Cover | A removable, washable cover is easier to keep clean |
| Certification | CertiPUR-US describes foam content and emissions |
Specs at a Glance
| Pillow | Filling | Size or loft | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| QUTOOL (set of 2) | 85% cross-cut memory foam | Queen; 29 x 19 in | CertiPUR-US; adjustable loft; cooling cover |
| CushyOasis firm | High-density memory foam | 25 x 16.2 in; 5 in profile | Bamboo and polyester cover; removable and washable |
| Coop Original | Cross-cut memory foam and microfiber | Queen | Adjustable; fresh foam; Lulltra cover |
| Vaverto | Gel-infused memory foam | Standard | CertiPUR-US certified; cooling; firm |
| Mellow CloudAlign | Gel memory foam | Standard; dual height | Contoured with support zones |
| Bedsure PureWoven | Two memory foam layers and a down-alternative layer | Queen; 17 x 26 in | 4-in-1 adjustable; 100% cotton cover |
The 6 Best Memory Foam Pillows
1. QUTOOL Cooling Shredded Memory Foam Pillows, Set of 2
Two queen pillows filled with 85 percent cross-cut memory foam, with an adjustable loft, a CertiPUR-US certification and a cooling cover.
Suits: a pair with adjustable loft. Strengths: a pair and adjustable filling. Weaknesses: loose foam shifts. Skip it if you want a fixed shape.
View QUTOOL Cooling Pillow for Sleeping CertiPUR-US Shredded Memory Foam Queen Pillows on Amazon
2. CushyOasis Memory Foam Pillow, Firm
A 25 by 16.2 inch solid foam pillow with a 5 inch profile, a firm feel and a bamboo and polyester cover that unzips for machine washing.
Suits: a firm, fixed shape. Strengths: a washable cover. Weaknesses: not adjustable. Skip it if you want to change the loft.
View CushyOasis Memory Foam Pillows for Sleeping Firm Bed Pillow Standard Size on Amazon
3. Coop Home Goods Original Adjustable Pillow
A queen pillow filled with cross-cut memory foam and microfiber, adjustable by adding or removing fill, made with newly manufactured foam rather than recycled foam, with a Lulltra fabric cover.
Suits: a pillow that can be tuned. Strengths: adjustable fill and a stated new foam. Weaknesses: loose fill. Skip it if you want solid foam.
View Coop Home Goods Original Adjustable Pillow Queen Size Bed Pillow on Amazon
4. Vaverto Cooling Memory Foam Pillow, Firm
A standard-size firm pillow of gel-infused memory foam with CertiPUR-US certification and a cooling, breathable construction.
Suits: hot sleepers who like firm. Strengths: a stated certification. Weaknesses: the listing includes medical claims we skip. Skip it if you want an adjustable pillow.
View Vaverto Memory Foam Pillows Cooling Firm Pillow Standard Size on Amazon
5. Mellow CloudAlign Memory Foam Pillow
A contoured gel memory foam pillow with dual height options and support zones, standard size, listed for side, back and stomach sleepers.
Suits: sleepers who want a contour. Strengths: two heights. Weaknesses: shape takes adjustment. Skip it if you prefer a flat pillow.
View Mellow CloudAlign Memory Foam Pillow Dual Height Ergonomic Standard on Amazon
6. Bedsure PureWoven Adjustable Memory Foam Pillow
A queen pillow of two memory foam layers and one down-alternative layer in a 100 percent cotton cover, with a supportive edge and a 4-in-1 adjustable design, about 17 by 26 inches.
Suits: a layered, adjustable build. Strengths: a cotton cover and layers. Weaknesses: more pieces to manage. Skip it if you want a simple pillow.
View Bedsure PureWoven Adjustable Memory Foam Pillow Queen 100 Cotton Cover on Amazon
Care Tips
- Air the pillow after unboxing; new foam can have an odor.
- Spot-clean foam and wash only the cover.
- Do not machine wash solid foam.
- Fluff shredded foam regularly.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Choosing the wrong loft for your sleep position.
- Machine washing the foam.
- Skipping a protector.
- Expecting instant comfort; foam can need a few nights.
Memory Foam Pillow FAQ
Shredded or solid?
Shredded foam is adjustable. Solid foam is steadier.
Does memory foam sleep hot?
It can. Gel and cooling covers aim to help, and results vary.
The Short Version
For a pair of shredded pillows, the QUTOOL. For a firm solid pillow, the CushyOasis. For adjustable fill, the Coop. For a firm gel pillow, the Vaverto. For two heights, the Mellow. For a layered cotton-cover pillow, the Bedsure.
