What is comparable to my pillow

We mentioned how we think the Casper Down Pillow has a luxury look and feel. Well, it also comes with a luxury price — especially compared to the cost of My Pillow.

The queen size My Pillow on Amazon will run you about $40, while the king size My Pillow retails for about $50. If you want to get your hands on a standard/queen size Casper Down Pillow, on the other hand, it’ll cost you around $125 and the king size is around $165.

The Casper Down Pillow is one of the most expensive pillows we’ve ever tested along with the TempurPedic Pillow, but we recognize not everybody is price conscious. So if you can justify the price of the Casper Pillow, like the people who appreciate its all-natural construction — we say give it a chance. Otherwise, My Pillow is comfortable and certainly a crowd favorite.

It Comes In Different Fill Options

It’s common to see a pillow available in different sizes, but My Pillow comes in different fill options as well. Usually, the more fill inside a pillow, the loftier, and firmer it is. The brand recommends you choose your fill level based on your gender and T-shirt size. For example, if you’re a woman and wear a medium sized T-shirt, My Pillow recommends you go with the medium fill.

What exactly is the fill made of? Stuffed inside My Pillow is shredded polyurethane foam (fancy mattress talk for neutral-foam). Imagine taking a slab of neutral-foam, and running it through the blender. That’s basically what you’d find in My Pillow if you were to cut through its cotton cover.

When you initially unbox My Pillow, you might be a little confused — it doesn’t exactly look or feel like a pillow. That’s because you have to throw it in the dryer for 15 minutes upon first use, to activate the interlocking material inside. After that, the brand recommends you regularly wash your pillow to keep it clean, and long-lasting. One thing people love about My Pillow is how they’re manufactured in the United States, compared to Casper, who couldn’t specifically tell us where the Casper Pillows were made.

The Feel Of My Pillow

We think My Pillow is a generally comfortable pillow, and it’s probably why so many people seem to like it. There’s nothing super special about it, which can make it hard for people to take a hard, negative stance against it. It honestly just feels light, neutral-foamy, and soft. It’s not light like Casper’s fluffy down material, but it’s light in the way that aerated neutral-foam feels light.

• Both are machine washable and dryable
• The Casper Original Pillow and MyPillow Calssic come with a trial period
• Both are made in the United States
• Both have a soft, breathable 100% cotton cover

• The Casper Pillow is made from fluffy down-alternative microfiber and the MyPillow is made from moldable shredded foam
• MyPillow comes in four loft levels, while the Casper Pillow only comes in one
• The Casper Pillow has gussets for better fill distribution
• The Casper Pillow sleeps cooler thanks to its breathable weave
• Casper offers free shipping and free returns during their 100-night trial period; with MyPillow, there’s a shipping fee that’s non-refundable, and to return the pillow you’re responsible for return shipping

The Original Casper Pillow is a plush down alternative pillow whose microfiber fill resembles the feel of a luxury hotel pillow. Down alternative pillows are one of the best pillows for people who like the fluffiness and comfort of down, but would prefer a hypoallergenic or cruelty-free alternative. 

Related: Best Down Pillows

What sets the Casper Original Pillow apart from other microfiber pillows is its unique pillow-in-pillow design. An inner pillow adds reliable support while an outer layer is incredibly light and fluffy for squishy comfort. No need to layer pillows for the ultimate balance of cloudlike feel and neck support. Plus, with a gusset along the pillow’s perimeter, you can rest easy knowing the fill will stay in place all night long. 

The Casper Pillow is plush, lightweight, and breathable. It’s easy to fold or mold to your ideal shape, and its versatility works well for combo sleepers who need a pillow that works in multiple sleeping positions. Thanks to the breathability of the cotton cover with a percale weave, this is a comfortable pillow for those who sleep hot. 

Casper’s siliconized polyester microfiber fill is formulated to resist clumping, providing years of like-new comfort. However, the Casper Pillow requires daily fluffing if you want it to retain its original shape and feel. 

MyPillow is a shredded polyfoam pillow that’s fluffy and moldable. Its foam fill achieves the balance of cushiony comfort and reliable support that has made the memory foam mattress popular. 

Related: MyPillow Mattress Review

The MyPillow is customizable, coming in fout different loft sizes that suit every body shape and sleeping position. The fill level influences the firmness and feel of the pillow. Here’s a breakdown of the four MyPillow options.

1. Yellow (Medium-Soft): The lowest polyfoam fill level creates the softest and thinnest pillow. Because the foam compresses with body weight, even the softest MyPillow is medium-soft. 
2. White (Medium): A moderate fill level results in a pillow of average loft and firmness, best for the average sleeper. 
   • Works well as a pillow for back sleepers of every body size. 
3. Green (Firm): With a high fill level, the Green MyPillow is relatively firm and lofty enough for those who like a robust pillow. 
4. Blue (Extra-Firm): A generous shredded foam fill level ensures that those who typically need to stack pillows find what they need in just one pillow. Because there is so much foam, it compresses with weight for an extra-firm feel. 
   • Best for side sleepers with broad shoulders who need an extra-thick pillow for support. 

Thanks to its foam support and various fill levels, the MyPillow Classic offers superb neck support. Sleepers with neck pain may find relief thanks to the personalized loft and firmness.

MyPillow also comes in a MyPillow Premium option. The Premium pillow has gusseted sides that help to keep the foam evenly dispersed. For those who prefer a loftier pillow, the Premium offers superior support and comfort.

Side sleeping requires the thickest, most supportive pillow. This is because the neck needs to stay in line with the spine. Too flat of a pillow can lead to neck discomfort and pain, as well as poor sleep. 

MyPillow is one of the best pillows for side sleepers. The Green and Blue pillows are lofty enough to keep side sleepers’ necks in line with their spines. To choose the right pillow size, use the “Find Your Fill Level” tool on the MyPillow site. Using your gender, sleeping position, and T-shirt size, MyPillow can help you choose the fill level that will work best for you. 

The Casper Pillow works for side sleepers, particularly those who prefer an ultra-soft pillow. The combination of a firmer inner layer and soft outer layer balance support with comfort. However, the Casper Pillow has an average loft, and most side sleepers need a pillow with an above-average loft.  

How They Work for Back Sleepers

Both of these pillows are excellent for back sleepers. The Casper Original Pillow’s mixture of fluffiness and support cradle and head in a way that supports healthy spine alignment. And with four loft options, every back sleeper can find a MyPillow suitable for their body size and preferences. 

How They Work for Stomach Sleepers

Stomach sleepers have unique pillow needs. In order to keep the neck from bending backward, it’s best to sleep with no pillow or one that’s extraordinarily thin. 

The thinnest (yellow) MyPillow is designed with stomach sleepers in mind. The compressed foam creates a thin, supportive base for the head and neck. 

The Casper Pillow is a good choice for stomach sleepers because it boasts three pillows in one. There’s the original pillow, the firmer inner pillow, or the plush outer pillow. Every stomach sleeper should be able to find an option that works for them. 

Both the Casper Pillow and MyPillow come in standard-size pillows, although their exact dimensions differ slightly. Casper also offers a king-size pillow.

As for price point, both of these pillows fall in the luxury pillow category. The Casper pillow costs less and shipping is free with Casper, but not with MyPillow. 

Which Is the Best Pillow For You?

The Original Casper Pillow and MyPillow Classic are luxury pillows with vastly different feels. The Casper Pillow is a down alternative made from ultra-soft microfiber. With its unique pillow-in-pillow design, it provides cloudlike softness with a touch of support that works for most sleepers.

The MyPillow Classic is a shredded foam pillow that comes in four fill levels that range from thin and soft to thick and firm. Because foam becomes firmer when it’s condensed, the MyPillow Classic is best for those who prefer a supportive pillow.