Side-by-side comparison based on expert reviews and community consensus.
Nest Bedding Easy Breather Pillow
Best for Side & Back SleepersSleep Number PlushComfort Pillow Ultimate
Best for Stomach SleepersPrice
$80-$110
$60-$90
Summary
Wirecutter's top pick for side and back sleepers, with shredded foam fill that contours without going flat. A cool-touch cover makes it a standout for hot sleepers too.
Wirecutter's explicit pick for stomach sleepers — softer and lower-loft than shredded foam options. Three removable inserts let you fine-tune thickness until it's just right.
Pros
- Shredded foam fill is adjustable and holds loft better than down alternatives
- Cool-touch cover helps regulate temperature through the night
- Curved ergonomic design supports proper neck alignment
- Recommended by both Wirecutter and Tom's Guide independently
- Three removable inserts allow precise loft customization for stomach sleeping
- Softer down-alternative fill is gentler on neck for prone sleepers
- Wirecutter's explicit top pick for stomach sleepers after hands-on testing
- Works for back and side sleepers at higher insert counts
Cons
- Not ideal for stomach sleepers who need very low loft
- Shredded foam can feel less plush than down for some users
- Mid-to-high price point
- Less supportive than shredded foam for side sleepers
- Down-alternative fill may compress faster than foam over time
- Primarily available through Sleep Number retail
Our take
Wirecutter has tested dozens of pillows and keeps coming back to the Easy Breather — that kind of repeat endorsement means something. The curved ergonomic design genuinely solves neck alignment in a way flat pillows can't.
Stomach sleepers are chronically underserved by pillow recommendations, and this is the rare pick designed specifically for them. The insert system is genuinely clever — one tester called it 'pretty much perfect' after removing a single layer.
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