This $25 Walmart Pillow Relieved My Constant Neck Pain and Keeps Me Cool Throughout the Night

As a hot sleeper, one of my biggest goals when shopping for bedding is finding breathable pieces that will keep me cool through the night. I’ve found sheets I love, and even a comforter that’s surprisingly cool to the touch, but that wasn’t without a lot of testing over the years. One way I’ve been able to cut corners is through Apartment Therapy’s Best List, in which editors try a variety of products to find the top picks in everything from bed blankets to makeup organizers. And pillows are no exception.

When it comes to pillows that are supportive, temperature-regulating, and affordable, it doesn’t get much better than the Rest Have Gel Memory Foam Bed Pillow. It’s earned over 1,000 5-star reviews at Walmart, was the Best Budget-Friendly winner for AT’s memory foam pillow Best List, and is highly recommended for those who experience neck pain. What stands out the most, however, is that you can snag this high-quality pillow at a very low price point compared to others in its category.

You’d never guess that the Rest Haven Memory Foam Pillow is just $25 based on looks alone. It features a five-inch profile that’s sold in standard, queen, and king sizes, which means you can tailor it to the size of your bed or your pillow size preference. Housed in a removable cover, the pale blue pillow insert features cylindrical channels to give the pillow optimal squish and breathability. These channels also help the pillow offer ideal pressure relief, no matter whether you’re a side, back, or stomach sleeper.

“This pillow has solved my constant neck pain and keeps me cool throughout the night,” says managing editor Tamara’s boyfriend. “It’s a stomach sleeper’s dream.” You can also save a few bucks on the Queen and King sizes by purchasing them in pairs.

Average Rating: 4.5 / 5

“I have been searching for a while for pillows made with one piece of memory foam instead of cut up pieces stuffed in a pillowcase. These pillows are perfect. No more neck pain from separation. I love these pillows.” — Sammy

“This is my second time buying these solid/one-piece pillows to replace that well known brand that’s tiny pieces of foam that offered me zero neck and head support. Make sure you give them 24 hours on a flat surface to air out then you’ll be completely happy. Highly recommend!” — Kerri

“This is a really great pillow. I love that it doesn’t go flat after laying on it for awhile and my head doesn’t feel hot. I researched a lot of pillows and finally decided on this one and it was a great choice.” — QT

Buy: Rest Haven Gel Memory Foam Bed Pillow, $25