The 12 Best Pillows To Invest In 2026 If Yours Is Making You Feel Like A Rickety Old Man
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We love sleep so much to the point that we reckon we could prob spend the rest of our lives in bed. Extreme? Yes, but hey, it's true. After all, we spend around eight hours going night night each and every day. Sometimes I'll even dream of sleeping when I'm already conked out on my favourite pillow.
While we're not certain about many things, we are certain that our love for our beds isn't an isolated thing. For those of you who also relish in a good night's sleep, you know how important a good pillow is. Too stiff, and you wake up with a crook neck. Too flat, and you also wake up with a crook neck.
Odds are, you're well aware of this information but are still currently dealing with a pillow flatter than a pancake. Buying a pillow is a hassle, we know. Especially when you're shopping online and don't know what's best for you.
Turns out, we have a lot of divisive thoughts and feelings, so read on to discover the best pillows in Australia, as deemed fit by our own staff.
The 12 Best Pillows In Australia For A Good Night's Sleep
Bedgear Balance Performance Pillow – 2.0
"I was very kindly gifted this pillow from Bedgear, and my eyes nearly popped out of their sockets when I saw the price. But holy moly, is it worth every penny. I'm not kidding when I say my neck pain vanished overnight. It's a medium firmness, slightly on the softer side, but it's still really supportive. It has moisture-wicking material and I genuinely have noticed myself overheating less at night. It's pretty thick, which works out with me being a side sleeper. I've also tried it sleeping on my back and stomach and have found it super comfy." — Alyssa
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Ergoflex HD Memory Foam Pillow
"I used to have the flattest pillow on earth before this, so when I tell you anything is an improvement, I'm talking literally anything. That's why when I tore open the plastic on this baby, I was so fkn shocked at how thick and cushiony it was. After I got over the initial growing pains of the switch (aka getting used to having proper memory foam support), I am mad at myself for not making the switch sooner. I feel like I wake up so much more aligned, and instead of letting my head and neck lull around all night, it moulds to my body seamlessly. Highly recommend ." — Tiffany
Image: Ergoflex.
Emma Foam Pillow
"When I first pulled the Emma Foam Pillow out of its box, I was worried that it was going to be too thin for me. I’ve been sleeping with foam pillows for years now, and they’ve all been much fluffier and thicker than this. But after sleeping on it, I was blown away by how comfy and supportive this pillow is. The Emma pillow isn’t a single piece of foam but three layers of foam – HRX Supreme, Airgocell, and viscoelastic. They work together to give the pillow its firmness and ergonomic support, which you can mix and match to fit your own comfort (I use all three because it feels a bit too thin for me otherwise)." — Chris
Image: Emma Sleep.
Emma Diamond Pillow
"I'm kind of in love with the Emma Diamond Pillow. If you ask me, it comes at the perfect height to sleep on, but if it's still a little too tall for you, you can actually remove one of the internal foam layers (or rearrange them) to your liking! But what I also appreciate is that it's super cooling, breathable and its cover is water-resistant (read: sweat-resistant), so it's the best choice for hot sleepers in my opinion." — Bella
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The Eva Pillow
"The first thing that struck me upon opening my Eva pillow was just how cool it looked. The black charcoal memory foam was something I'd never seen before — a whole new world of pillows. And then there's the texture, soft and rubbery — the whole thing just challenged my perceptions of what a pillow should be. The Eva offers two levels of firmness, you can add the included cover if you like it thicc, or you can just chuck on a pillowcase directly over the charcoal bad boy as is. I chose the latter as I like my pillows on the slimmer side. At first, I loved it. It felt insanely supportive when I gave it a little test lie on my back, my head looking up at the ceiling. Problem is, I sleep on my stomach, and when trying this with Eva, it felt weird. I'm used to a much firmer pillow and didn’t think I'd ever get used to it — and yet, I slept like a baby the first night and have continued to for weeks. Sometimes it still feels weird, but you can't argue with results." — David
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Ecosa Pillow
"If you prefer an ergonomic shape to your pillow, the Ecosa one is for you — but it's also for you if you wake up with a crick in your neck all the time. I found this pillow was the clear winner for neck support. The shape of the Ecosa is brilliant if you sleep on your back or side. My only issue with this one is when I'm in a stomach-sleeping mood, the shape can be a bit awkward. Another bonus — the Ecosa pillow comes with two inserts that can raise the height of the pillow, designed for heavier heads. I have a friend with this insanely heavy head (seriously), so this would be a godsend if that's you." — Melissa
Image: Ecosa.
Koala Pillow (2nd Gen)
"First, there's a "high" and a "low" side to the pillow. Basically, you can flip the pillow depending on your preference. But regardless, the outer edge is firmer than the centre — meaning your neck is supported. I love this pillow because I enjoy memory foam but always found it a little too firm. So I use the "low" side, and it's perfect. I also hug my pillow and lie on my stomach, so it allows for that too. The best thing, though? The air holes mean it's always cool - you know how you flip your pillow for the cold side? This pillow is ALWAYS PLEASANTLY COOL." — Mel
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Macoda Pillow
"Some days I feel like I'm 26 going on 46. My neck is always sore, and I feel like I need to properly stretch in the mornings to be able to function during the day — a long way from what I was doing pre-25. It never really occurred to me just how much eight hours of sleeping on my side could affect my neck and back, but ever since using the Macoda pillow, I've noticed I'm wriggling around in bed far less. I feel better rested and not nearly as sore when I wake up. This pillow is on the firmer side, but your head still sinks into the memory foam, and as someone who previously used a lumpy old thing from my mum's never-ending supply of bedding, it's heaven. This pillow also has a constant cool side due to the pillow's open structure, which allows airflow. I generally run hot when I sleep, so I am so excited to have this as the weather gets warmer." — Georgia
Image: Macoda.
Sleep Republic Pillow
"I like that this ergonomic pillow doesn't look weird on my bed — usually they can look a bit square or oddly shaped. This has been a lifesaver with the back issues I've been having lately, and, not going to lie, also creates the support that I so desperately need when working from bed (or horizontally on my phone)." — Chantelle
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Bamboo Pillows Australia Bamboo Standard Pillow
"Using standard pillows, I often used to wake up with a sore neck for no good reason. Sometimes the pain would last for days. After switching to this one, it stopped happening. Its comfortable and firm memory foam seems to be the perfect height for me. The only downside is it seems like it's beginning to flatten out, which means I'll need to replace it soon, but I've had a good nine months of use, so can't really complain when that's the price." — Matt
Image: Bamboo Pillows Australia.
Anko Gusseted Side Sleeper Pillow
"I've been buying Anko's Side Sleeper Pillows for years now. They're really comfy, especially if you suffer from neck pain or tension headaches (I used to use a special one from my physio before I got onto these Target ones). They're easy to wash — just check them in the machine — plus at only $16 a pop there's no deterrent to replacing your pillows regularly to keep bugs at bay." — Mel M
Image: Target.
Now you have no more excuses to complain about a crook neck.
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