Comparison test between 3 pillows from someone with chronic neck/back pain.
Beautyrest Extra Firm Pillow for Back & Side Sleeper, Two Pack, Standard
vs
Original Extra Firm Feather Pillow Standard Size 20" x 26". 220 Thread Count 100% Cotton Blue And White Stripe Shell. Guaranteed Hypoallergenic
vs
Pinzon Shed-Resistant White Duck Down Pillow - Firm Density, Standard
I have chronic neck pain and toss and turn multiple times every night; changing my position; falling asleep on my back but turning from my left- to right side during my sleep. I feel better with an extra firm pillow that provides more push/bounce-back resistance. I purchased 3 pillows to give them a try. I was pretty sure the " Down & Feather Co" would be a winner due to the "Extra Firm" description; yet it came in 2nd. All pillows are perfectly fine but the "Beautyrest Extra Firm Pillow for Back & Side Sleeper, Two Pack, Standard " was a winner for me. Here's why:
1st choice:
Beautyrest Extra Firm Pillow for Back & Side Sleeper, Two Pack, Standard (manufactured and sold by Beautyrest).
The winner. Plenty of bounce-back resistance from heavy head without being hard; the least likely to go flat from all 3 pillows tested. Additional pros: No noise from feathers. Pillow seems to mold easier at spots where extra support is needed. From the looks of it however; I does not compare to the luxurious looking " Down & Feather Co" pillow; but who cares about looks when all you need is a good night sleep...
2nd choice: (manufactured and sold by Down & Feather Co)
Original Extra Firm Feather Pillow Standard Size 20" x 26". 220 Thread Count 100% Cotton Blue And White Stripe Shell. Guaranteed Hypoallergenic. Looks fantastic; high quality pillow, love the look. I would love to rate this pillow higher but... it had less bounce-back resistance compared to the "Beatyrest" and the feathers still made a tiny bit of noise.
3rd choice: (manufactured sold by Amazon)
Pinzon Shed-Resistant White Duck Down Pillow - Firm Density, Standard. Had the least bounce-back resistance and went flat right away; no support for my neck. Is this really firm density? Needs lots more fill.
Made with chemicals safer for human health and the environment.
As certified by
OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100
STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX requires every component of a textiles product—including all thread, buttons, and trims—to be tested against a list of more than 1,000 harmful regulated and unregulated chemicals which may be harmful to human health. The assessment process is globally standardized, independently conducted, and updated at least once a year based on new scientific information or regulatory requirements. Certification focus: #ProductSafety and #ChemicalsUsed.
Certification Number
BJ025 141121
