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Travel Editor's Top Picks: Best Travel Pillows in Singapore

By Newby

The Ultimate Guide to Travel Pillows for Long-Haul Flights

Long-haul flights are certainly not for the faint-hearted. There’s something uniquely challenging about being squished between two strangers in a 30-inch seat, breathing recirculated air and trying to keep circulation in your legs. You have to arm yourself adequately during this pre-holiday purgatory – especially if you stand any chance of getting some sleep and feeling vaguely human on arrival.

As a Travel Editor, I take my fair share of long-distance flights, and want to make sure I'm as rested as possible on arrival to whatever destination I'm reviewing. I’ve dedicated myself to finding the ultimate travel pillow for these extended journeys, from more traditional memory foam numbers, to innovative alternatives. So whether you need a kip en route to the Caribbean, want to nap all the way to Napa or fancy a pre-Seychelles siesta, this is the guide for you.

You might also want to check out the best sleep masks, tried and tested by us for even better sleep.

Best Travel Pillows at a Glance

  • Best overall: Ostrichpillow Go neck pillow
  • Best neck support: SNUGL memory foam travel pillow
  • Best for side sleepers: TRAVELREST Neck and Body Pillow
  • Most innovative design: TRTL travel pillow
  • Best on a budget: Roamwild travel pillow
  • Most cosy: Bcozzy travel neck pillow
  • Most versatile: Infinity Pillow

How We Test


Everyone has different preferences and requirements for sleeping – particularly when attempting to do so mid-air – so we considered the various benefits of each pillow from a few different angles. These included comfort of the material, neck support, best design and the ease with which they could be packed. Additional benefits considered included the ease of cleaning, overall bulkiness and versatility of the pillows.

Together with a group of expert reviewers, we collate and compare how well each product performs, so you can choose what's best for your travels. You can read more about how we test travel products as well as the best sleep buys.

Why Trust Us

Our team of travel writers and editors has been testing products and writing reviews for many years, covering a wide range of products. With a focus on travel equipment, such as suitcases, we provide expertise on what travellers need on their journeys. Our reviews are honest, impartial and based on real-world testing. We take into consideration all budgets and lifestyles when reviewing products to ensure you have all the information you need to make an informed buying decision.

1. Best Overall: Ostrichpillow Go Neck Pillow

2. Best Neck Support: SNUGL Memory Foam Travel Pillow

3. Best for Side Sleepers: Travelrest Pillow

4. Most Innovative Design: TRTL Travel Pillow

5. Best on a Budget: Roamwild Travel Pillow

6. Most Cosy: BCozzy Travel Neck Pillow

7. Most Versatile: Infinity Pillow

FAQs

What are the different types of travel pillows?

  • Memory foam pillows – especially good for anyone with existing neck or back pain.
  • Inflatable pillows – these are great if you are travelling with limited luggage space, as they can be compressed down a great deal
  • Clever designs – if you like to sleep in a particular way, you will be suited to one of the more innovatively designed pillows.

Are travel pillows good for your neck?
According to Dr Lewis Raiman, a sports medicine physician verified on healthcare review platform Doctify: 'Neck discomfort when travelling often comes from prolonged, unsupported bending or twisting of the neck while sleeping upright. 'Travel pillows can help by keeping the head and neck in a more neutral position, reducing muscle strain and uneven pressure. 'Well-designed pillows supporting the natural cervical curve improve comfort and reduce pain compared with unstructured supports. In practice, pillows that prevent the head dropping forward or sideways are most effective.'

Can the pillows be washed?
All of the pillows we reviewed can have their sleeves removed to be machine washed.

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