Buying guide
Cooling Pillows and Accessories
Updated How we research
The small, high-impact add-ons that cool the spots that heat up first. The page is split into four sections (Head-cooling pillows; Full-body cooling support; Gel pads for targeted cooling; Cooling eye masks for deeper rest), followed by every pick ranked by our score so you can compare them in one place.
The short version
We compared 16 picks. Our scores range from 6.0 to 8.4 out of 10, across $, $$ price bands.
- Best overall:Coop Home Goods Cool+ Adjustable Pillow Queen, Shaped Memory Foam with Cooling Gel. Highest overall score in this guide at 8.4/10.
- Also great value:Beckham Hotel Collection King Memory Foam (Adjustable Fill) Bed Pillows Set of 2 - Cooling Shredded Foam. Value score of 9/10, overall 8.0/10.
- Solid build:Tempur-Pedic TEMPUR-Adapt Cloud + Cooling Standard Memory Foam Pillow. Build and materials score of 9/10, overall 7.8/10.
- Feature-rich:Nestl Cooling Body Pillow, Shredded Memory Foam, Adjustable Cold Gel. Features score of 8/10, overall 8.2/10.
Scores are our editorial assessment, not customer ratings. How we score
Head-cooling pillows
- Coop Home Goods Cool+ Adjustable Pillow Queen, Shaped Memory Foam with Cooling GelOur score8.4/10
- Beckham Hotel Collection King Memory Foam (Adjustable Fill) Bed Pillows Set of 2 - Cooling Shredded FoamOur score8.0/10
- Tempur-Pedic TEMPUR-Adapt Cloud + Cooling Standard Memory Foam PillowOur score7.8/10
- Elviros Cervical Neck Pillow for Sleeping, Memory Foam, Side Sleeper Cooling Ice-Silk CoverOur score7.2/10
Full-body cooling support
- Nestl Cooling Body Pillow, Shredded Memory Foam, Adjustable Cold GelOur score8.2/10
- Dreamood Cooling Body Pillow with Pillowcase, Shredded Memory Foam, 20x54Our score7.8/10
- Mindful Design Cooling Body Pillow, Shredded Memory Foam w/ Cooling GelOur score7.6/10
- QUTOOL Cooling Full Body Pillow, CertiPUR-US Shredded Memory Foam, WhiteOur score7.6/10
Gel pads for targeted cooling
- Cool Care Technologies Pillow Cooling Pad - Pressure Activated Gel Cooling Mat, Instant Cool Relief for FeversOur score7.6/10
- Cool Care Technologies Cooling Pad for Bed - Pressure Activated Gel Provides Instant Relief for Fevers, Hot FlOur score7.4/10
- Drydiet Cooling Pad Mat for Bed, Cooling Mattress Pad Gel for Sleep, Summer Hot Flashes, No Water or ElectriciOur score6.8/10
- Gel Pillow Cooling Pad Mat, Soft Foldable Cushion, Cooling Mat Relief for Sleep Night Sweats Hot FlashesOur score6.0/10
Cooling eye masks for deeper rest
- Cavoilu Cooling Sleep Mask with Gel Eye Mask Silk Blindfold for SleepingOur score7.6/10
- 3D Cooling Gel Weighted Eye Mask 6oz Blackout Sleep Mask for Puffy Eyes & SleepingOur score7.4/10
- 3D Blackout Cooling Gel Eye Mask 6oz Weighted Cold Compress Sleep MaskOur score7.4/10
- 3D Cooling Gel Eye Mask Blackout Adjustable Contoured Blindfold for Side SleepersOur score7.4/10
All 16 picks, ranked by our score
Every product from the sections above, listed once. Sort by the criterion you care about most, or tick up to three to compare.
#1Coop Home Goods Cool+ adjustable queen pillow with shaped memory foam and cooling gel, customizable for any sleep position.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 7/10
- + Adjustable fill lets you remove foam to find the right loft for your neck
- + Cooling gel in the fill tempers the warmth of the memory foam
- + Coop is a well-regarded pillow brand known for adjustable designs
- - Higher price than many cooling pillows on the list
- - Shaped foam fill may need fluffing to settle into an even shape
#2Nestl cooling body pillow with shredded memory foam and adjustable cold gel fill, for side sleepers who run hot.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Cold gel mixed into the fill keeps the pillow feeling cooler
- + Adjustable fill lets you soften or firm the pillow
- + Nestl is an established bedding brand for body pillows
- - Check the pillow's length against your height before buying
- - Shredded foam and gel can be heavy to move
#3Beckham Hotel Collection king memory foam pillows set of 2 with adjustable shredded foam fill, a cooling pair at a value price.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 9/10
- + Set of 2 gives you a matching pair for less than buying premium singles
- + Shredded foam fill lets air move and can be removed to adjust height
- + King length suits large beds and people who move around the pillow
- - Shredded foam can clump over time and needs regular fluffing
- - Cooling claim relies on airflow, not a dedicated gel or phase-change cover
#4Tempur-Pedic TEMPUR-Adapt Cloud + Cooling standard pillow with memory foam, a premium soft pillow for hot sleepers.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 6/10
- + TEMPUR material is the brand's signature foam for close, conforming support
- + Cloud feel is softer than traditional Tempur pillows, which suits back and stomach sleepers
- + Cooling cover helps offset the warmth of dense memory foam
- - Premium cost is steep for a single standard pillow
- - Fixed loft cannot be adjusted if it is too high or low for you
#5Dreamood cooling body pillow with pillowcase, 20x54, filled with shredded memory foam for full-length side sleeping.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Pillowcase included, so it is ready to use out of the box
- + 20x54 size matches standard body pillowcases
- + Shredded memory foam holds shape better than fiber fill
- - Foam may need a day to expand fully after unpacking
- - Check whether the fill is adjustable before buying
#6Mindful Design cooling body pillow with shredded memory foam and cooling gel, a full-length support pillow for side sleepers.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Cooling gel added to the foam reduces heat buildup
- + Shredded memory foam molds around knees and arms
- + Long body pillow shape supports the whole side
- - Check the exact length and cover material on the product page
- - Heavy foam fill needs regular fluffing
#7QUTOOL white cooling full body pillow with CertiPUR-US shredded memory foam, for side sleepers wanting full-length support.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + CertiPUR-US shredded memory foam covers emissions standards
- + Full body length supports shoulders, hips and knees
- + White cover looks clean with most bedding
- - White cover shows stains from daily hugging
- - Check the length against your pillowcase before buying
#8Cool Care Technologies' pillow cooling pad, a pressure-activated gel mat that sits on a pillow for fevers and hot flashes.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Pressure-activated gel cools without a freezer, water or power
- + Pillow-sized pad targets the head and neck where heat feels worst
- + Easy to move between bed, couch and travel pillow
- - Gel warms up after a while and needs time off the pillow to recover
- - Only covers the pillow, so the rest of the body gets no cooling
#9Cavoilu cooling sleep mask with a gel eye mask and silk blindfold, combining a chilled insert with a smooth cover.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Silk blindfold feels smooth and cool against the face
- + Gel eye mask can be chilled for extra relief
- + Combination lets you use silk alone or with gel
- - Two-piece setup is fiddlier than a single mask
- - Check the silk grade or momme weight on the listing before buying
#10A bed-size Cool Care Technologies gel cooling pad that activates under body pressure, aimed at fevers and hot flashes.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 7/10
- + Larger bed pad cools the torso instead of only the head
- + No water, electricity or chilling needed to start working
- + Pressure-activated gel responds wherever you lie on the pad
- - Gel surface can feel firm and crinkly under a thin sheet
- - Cooling fades after long contact, so it helps most at sleep onset
#11A 3D cooling gel weighted eye mask, 6oz, blackout sleep mask for puffy eyes and sleeping.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 8/10
- + 6oz weight gives gentle pressure that many find calming
- + Gel insert can be chilled for cooling relief
- + 3D shape keeps pressure off the eyelids
- - Gel mask warms up after a while in bed
- - Weighted mask can slip when sleeping on your side
#12A 3D blackout cooling gel eye mask, 6oz weighted cold compress sleep mask, for headaches and hot nights.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 8/10
- + Doubles as a cold compress for tired or puffy eyes
- + Blackout design blocks light for daytime or early naps
- + 6oz weighted feel adds a calming touch
- - Chilled gel can feel too cold straight from the freezer
- - Very similar to other gel masks, so compare strap design
#13A 3D cooling gel adjustable contoured blackout eye mask designed for side sleepers.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 8/10
- + Contoured design fits the face better when lying on your side
- + Adjustable strap holds the mask steady
- + Blackout 3D cups keep light out without pressing eyes
- - Gel cooling fades after a short period
- - Check the strap and gel materials listed on the product page
#14Elviros cervical neck pillow with contoured memory foam and an ice-silk cooling cover, aimed at side sleepers with neck tension.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Contoured cervical shape supports the neck curve for side and back sleepers
- + Ice-silk cover feels cool and smooth against the face
- + Firmer memory foam holds its shape through the night
- - Contoured shape takes a few nights to get used to
- - Solid foam core breathes less than shredded or latex fill
#15Drydiet's gel cooling pad mat for the bed, a no water or electricity option for summer heat and hot flashes.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 7/10
- + Mattress-pad style gel mat covers more area than pillow inserts
- + No water or electricity means no leaks, pumps or cords by the bed
- + Lays on top of the mattress and lifts off for storage
- - Lesser-known brand with less history than established gel pad makers
- - Gel mats warm to body temperature during a full night
#16A soft foldable gel pillow cooling pad and cushion for night sweats and hot flashes, easy to carry around the house.
Fit for the job 6/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 5/10 · Value 7/10
- + Foldable design stores easily in a drawer or overnight bag
- + Soft cushion feel is gentler than stiffer gel mats
- + Works on a pillow, chair or car seat when heat builds up
- - Check the exact size and gel type before buying, since pad sizes vary
- - Small pad cools only a limited area of the body
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