My verdict
I liked how the original Eight Sleep pillow balanced a traditional, fluffy feel with solid memory-foam support. It had enough loft for my broad shoulders when side sleeping, and I could flip it for a firmer feel or remove an insert to lower it.
My original firsthand review
My original observations and opinions are preserved below. Prices, ordering terms, availability and quoted manufacturer specifications describe the product at the time of the original review.
The Eight Sleep pillow is a pillow that you can adjust to your specific preferences. It has three layers inside the shell that can be switched around or removed to get the perfect amount of loft and comfort. A standard size Eight Sleep pillow retails for $75 and can be purchased direct through their website.
Overview of the Eight Sleep Pillow
The original listing offered a 30-day guarantee and estimated delivery in about a week. Check the current seller's terms and delivery times.
Construction of the Eight Sleep Pillow
Below are the construction details of the pillow as listed on the Eight Sleep website.Pillow Cover
- Made from breathable cotton.
- Includes sewn-in layer of shredded polyester for extra cushioning.
- Has a side zipper so it can easily be removed and cleaned.
1” Memory foam
- The dense material prevents your neck from bending, keeping your spine aligned.
- It molds to the shape of your head
- The manufacturer described contouring at the neck; the original review did not establish pain prevention.
2” Cushion and 1" Cushion
- The insertable cushions contain shredded pieces of foam.
- They provide the pillow with a fluffy and cloud-like feel without sacrificing support.
- Shredded foam lets you form the pillow to your needs.
- Stays cool at night by increasing airflow and breathability throughout.
Made in China
My Eight Sleep Pillow Findings
This pillow should have broad appeal. When you sleep on the shredded foam side, it feels like a down pillow. I found it to have a good amount of loft for side sleeping. I have broad shoulders and this still supported my head adequately. People with smaller frames can take out the memory foam layer or the other shredded foam layer to reduce the loft.
If you prefer more of a solid memory foam feel, you can just flip the pillow to the side which has the solid piece of memory foam for a firmer feel.
Below is a video that shows how each of the three layers respond.
Here's a side view with the cover unzipped to show you each of the layers.
My Eight Sleep Pillow Recommendation
I think Eight sleep has done a good job of striking a balance between a traditional and foam pillow feel. People interested in trying a foam pillow but are still attached to the feel of a traditional down or even polyester feel will be able to easily adapt to this one.
This pillow is very breathable and light for a memory foam pillow. The original offer included a 30-day trial; verify any current return policy. Most companies will design their pillows to work well with their mattress and this one is no exception. This pillow works great with the compliment of mattresses offered by Eight sleep. Just like this pillow, their mattresses incorporate next generation memory foam that is responsive and more breathable so pairing the two will give you a consistent feel from head to toe.
Learn more about the Eight Sleep Pillow.
My original review video
Questions about this review
What did I notice when side sleeping?
The pillow had enough loft to support my head despite my broad shoulders. I liked the shredded-foam side’s more traditional feel.
How did I change the feel?
Flipping the pillow put the solid memory-foam layer closer to my head for a firmer feel. Removing a layer lowered the pillow instead of requiring me to remove loose handfuls of fill.
Which Eight Sleep pillow is this?
This is the original three-insert pillow reviewed in 2017. The quoted price, trial and mattress references belong to that earlier product generation.
Review by Ben Trapskin. Yawnder may earn a commission from qualifying purchases.