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The Best Travel Pillows

We reviewed eight travel pillows, based on owner ratings and reviews, to find the best for neck support and comfort during travel.

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The bottom line

The napfun Neck Pillow for Traveling (B07SRRQS5B) is our top pick for a travel pillow, thanks to its memory foam material that provides personalized support and its lightweight design that makes it easy to pack. It has a 4.2/5 rating from 21,382 owners, who praise its comfort and support. The SAIREIDER Travel Pillow (B079439MQW) is a close runner-up, offering 360° neck support and additional features like a sleep mask and earplugs, though some users find it too firm. For a budget option, the napfun Neck Pillow for Travel (B0GQPDRTMS) at $12.99 offers similar comfort and support at a lower price, though it may be bulkier for some users.

Top pick
napfun Neck Pillow for Travelingnapfun Neck Pillow for Traveling $13.96

Best overall travel pillow for comfort and support

The napfun Neck Pillow for Traveling offers excellent neck support and comfort, with a 4.2/5 rating from 21,382 owners. Its memory foam material adapts to your body for personalized support, and it's lightweight and easy to pack. However, some users find it a bit bulky and not soft enough.

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Runner-up
SAIREIDER Travel PillowSAIREIDER Travel Pillow $15.99

Best travel pillow with added sleep aids

The SAIREIDER Travel Pillow includes a sleep mask and earplugs, and has a 4.4/5 rating from 1,288 owners. It offers 360° neck support and is machine washable, but some users find it too firm.

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Budget pick
napfun Neck Pillow for Travelnapfun Neck Pillow for Travel $12.99

Best budget travel pillow for basic support

The napfun Neck Pillow for Travel offers similar comfort and support to the top pick at a lower price, with a 4.2/5 rating from 21,485 owners. However, it may be bulkier for some users.

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The field, ranked

  1. napfun Neck Pillow for Traveling Best for comfort and support, though slightly bulky. 9.0/10 $13.96 Amazon
  2. SAIREIDER Travel Pillow Best for added sleep aids, though some find it too firm. 8.0/10 $15.99 Amazon
  3. napfun Neck Pillow for Travel Best budget option, though may be bulkier. 8.0/10 $12.99 Amazon
  4. napfun Neck Pillow for Travel Good for adjustable fit, but some report durability issues. 7.0/10 $18.99 Amazon
  5. napfun Neck Pillow Good for comfort and portability, though some find it bulky. 7.0/10 $18.99 Amazon
  6. napfun Neck Pillow for Travel, Memory Foam Airplane Pillow Good for neck wrap and chin support, but may be less effective for longer journeys. 7.0/10 $21.99 Amazon
  7. napfun Neck Pillow for Travel Good for comfort and adjustability, but may be less effective for longer journeys. 7.0/10 $23.99 Amazon
  8. napfun Neck Pillow Good for comfort and support, though some find it bulky. 7.0/10 $21.99 Amazon

What to consider

When choosing a travel pillow, consider the level of comfort and support it provides, as well as its portability and durability. Owners' reviews can give you insights into these factors. Additionally, think about any additional features you may want, such as a sleep mask or earplugs, and whether the pillow's size and weight fit your travel needs.

Also-rans

The napfun Neck Pillow for Travel (B09JC5CZFY) and the napfun Neck Pillow (B09B6RBRFH) both offer good comfort and support, but some users report durability issues with the former and find the latter bulky. The napfun Neck Pillow for Travel (B0GQPBNX5M) and the napfun Neck Pillow for Travel (B0GQPBDHHK) both offer good neck support and adjustability, but may be less effective for longer journeys. The napfun Neck Pillow (B0GQPDP2L1) offers good comfort and support, but some users find it bulky.

How this was put together

This guide is based on owner ratings and reviews from Amazon, with a total of 129,721 ratings across the eight products. We did not test any products hands-on, and our rankings and recommendations are based solely on the evidence provided by owners. Some products have thinner evidence, and we have noted this in our rankings and recommendations.