When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreTo prevent heat trap and night sweats, we evaluated top memory foam, latex, and fiberfill pillows for surface temperature drop and pressure relief.Suzy Hernandez/Business InsiderOverheating at night disrupts REM sleep and triggers frequent waking. As a certified sleep science consultant, I tested over a dozen cooling pillows throughout the summer to evaluate temperature regulation, loft retention, and pressure relief. Like other cooling bedding products, they're designed to prevent night sweats and overheating with enhanced breathability and cooling materials. Get to the point: My top pick is the Coop Sleep Goods Cool+ Pillow, an adjustable option with a cool-to-the-touch cover and filled with gel-infused memory foam. If you need rigid neck support, such as a foam block design, I recommend the Tempur-Cloud Dual Cooling Pillow. It's wrapped in gel foam for instant cooling on both sides of the pillow while maintaining deep pressure relief. Our picks for the best cooling pillows Best overall cooling pillow: Coop Sleep Goods Cool+ Adjustable Pillow - See at AmazonBest budget cooling pillow: Beckham Hotel Collection Pillow - See at AmazonBest memory foam cooling pillow: Tempur-Cloud Dual Cooling Pillow - See at Tempur-PedicSoftest cooling pillow Slumber Cloud Ultra Cool Pillow - See at Slumber CloudBest latex cooling pillow: Purple Harmony Pillow - See at AmazonBest cooling pillow for combination sleepers: Nest Easy Breather Pillow - See at Nest BeddingBest organic cooling pillow: Birch Organic Pillow - See at BirchBest silk: Cozy Earth Silk Pillow - See at Cozy EarthBest cooling body pillow: Pluto Puff Body Pillow - See at PlutoBest overallWhat makes it cooling: The Coop Cool+ pairs a cool-to-the-touch cover and a firmer phase-change-gel side with gel-infused shredded memory foam. From the moment I first lay my head on it, it delivered one of the most noticeable cooling sensations and did not develop the heat buildup we often notice with foam-heavy pillows.Suzy Hernandez/Business InsiderWhy it's a top pick: The adjustable fill is what makes it our best overall pick. You can remove or add the shredded foam-and-fiber blend to change the loft for your ideal sleep position and desired support. The two sides offer different feels: one is plush, and the other is firmer. This makes it especially well-suited to combination sleepers and anyone who is particular about pillow height. For added flexibility, Coop also offers its Cool+ design in Cut-Out and Crescent shapes, designed specifically for side sleepers, to close the awkward gap between a side sleeper's shoulder and head.The trade-off is maintenance. Adding or removing fill can be messy, with fine microfiber pieces sticking to nearby surfaces, and only the cover is machine washable. But if you want a pillow that combines a genuinely cool surface with customizable support, this is the most complete option we tested. Good for: All sleep positionsBuy this if: You're picky about the way your pillow feels and like a cool-to-the-touch sensation.Skip this if you prefer a soft, down-like filling to memory foam blends. Best budgetWhat makes it cooling: Unlike the picks with cooling gel or phase-change materials, the Beckham Hotel Collection Pillow relies on breathable cotton and airy down-alternative fill to limit heat buildup. It does not feel cold to the touch, but it is noticeably less heat-trapping than denser memory foam pillows or even other down alternative designs.Lauren Savoie/Business InsiderWhy it's a top pick: It earns our best-budget spot because it delivers soft, comfortable support and dependable breathability at a far lower price than most cooling pillows—and it is sold as a set of two. Former deputy editor Lauren Savoie slept on these pillows for months and found they maintained a comfortable temperature and held up well, especially for the price, calling them "airy and breathable." They are also machine washable, making them a practical choice for a guest bed or anyone replacing multiple pillows at once.The hypoallergenic polyester fill feels soft and fluffy with a lower loft that is best for stomach sleepers and some back sleepers; most side sleepers will need a more supportive option. Choose this pair if your goal is a pillow that sleeps relatively cool without a premium price tag, but skip it if you want a pronounced cool-touch feel or adjustable support. Good for: Stomach and back sleepersBuy this if: You're looking for a budget-friendly pillow that isn't cool to the touch, or you need multiple pillows to outfit a bed.Skip this if: You're a side sleeper, looking for a pillow with powerful cooling, or shopping for a single pillow. Best memory foamWhat makes it cooling: The Tempur-Cloud Dual Cooling Pillow sandwiches dense TEMPUR foam between gel layers and a moisture-
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