Pillow Talk: Is a Casper Pillow Right for You?

Casper’s not just your fave friendly ghost — it’s also a top sleep product brand. You may recognize Casper for its mattresses, but the brand also sells pillows and other sleep-related products.

If you deal with neck pain or if you switch between sleeping positions, finding the perfect pillow can be a real struggle. Could a Casper pillow be “the one”? We rounded up all the info you need to decide.

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Pros and cons of Casper’s pillows

Wondering whether a Casper pillow can give you that “Sleeping Beauty” snooze? Let’s take a closer look at the pros and cons.

Gimme the deets: Casper pillow details

Need more deets before you feel comfortable trying a Casper pillow? We’ve got you.

FYI: All Casper pillows come with a 30-night risk-free trial, free shipping, and a 1-year limited warranty.

Best overall

Original Casper Pillow

• Price: $
• Materials: down-alternative fill
• Height: available in mid-loft or low-loft
• Features: Casper’s cheapest pillow, machine washable

The Original Casper Pillow is kinda like a deep-fried Oreo (but made with a down alternative instead of sugar): It’s got a supportive center covered with a light, fluffy layer to give you the best of both worlds.

It comes with a 100 percent cotton cover designed to increase airflow (so long, night sweats!), and it’s filled with polyester microfiber. And at least one study suggests that polyester pillows may help with neck pain. Reviewers also rave about its neck-soothing comfort. Many say the pillow’s power to eradicate neck pain leads to deep, high-quality sleep.

This pillow is a bit on the firmer side, so it’s ideal for side sleepers who need some extra support. Stomach sleepers may find this one a bit too high for comfort. It’s available in standard or king size.

Best for side sleepers

Casper Foam Pillow

• Price: $$
• Materials: foam
• Height: available in mid-loft or low-loft
• Features: perforated interior to encourage airflow

Like the Original model, the Casper Foam Pillow has a supportive inner layer that’s covered on each side by a plush layer. It’s built with high density and low density foams to keep your neck aligned and your body cool.

What’s so great about that? A 2021 research review suggests that a cool, contoured pillow can help improve sleep quality. Reviewers of this product agree, saying the durable pillow is surprisingly great for hot sleepers. Folks who sleep on their side also say it’s super supportive.

Best soft pillow

Casper Down Pillow

• Price: $$$
• Materials: ethically sourced down
• Height: available in mid-loft or low-loft
• Features: special design helps give more support than traditional down pillows, machine washable

The most expensive of Casper’s regular pillows is the Down Pillow. This one is also available in a standard or king size, and it’s made from 100 percent responsibly sourced certified down feathers. It has a “five-chamber” design meant to provide extra support and breathability — two things often lacking in traditional down pillows.

Reviewers say it’s perfect for side sleepers because it’s supportive. They also say its extreme fluffiness makes it feel perfectly luxurious.

Most unique pillow

Casper Hybrid Pillow

• Price: $$
• Materials: two layers: down alternative and foam
• Height: available in mid-loft and low-loft
• Features: foam and down alternative design provides more support

Casper calls this pillow “marshmallowy soft,” and we can see why. It’s the best of both worlds: fluffy polyester fiber (AKA down alternative fill) wrapped in moldable foam. Casper claims the outer layer of foam nixes the need to fluff your pillow each night. Plus, the addition of foam to a down alternative pillow gives side and back sleepers the support they need to sleep pain-free. Sounds dreamy to us!

Best for back pain

Casper Backrest Pillow

• Price: $$$
• Materials: multiple layers of foam and down alternative fill
• Height: one size
• Features: teardrop shape for ergonomic back support

Back sleepers, here’s a pillow designed just for you. This wedge of foam and fill slides all the way under your shoulders to cradle your upper back, neck, and head all night long.

Its extra-large size makes it ideal for leaning against while propped up in bed reading or even for slipping behind your back for extra support while sitting in your desk chair.

Best for full-body comfort

Casper Hug Body Pillow

• Price: $$$
• Materials: 100 percent polyester fill
• Height: one size
• Features: twist design to support side sleepers

Some folks need knee pillows, and others need a full-body cushion. Casper’s new torso-length pillow has a unique twist design — when one end is flat on the bed, the other is curved toward the sleeper for a big ol’ hug (awww).

With a stuffing similar to the Original Casper Pillow, the Casper Hug Body Pillow comes with polyester mesh fill, a knit lining, and a stretchy polyester-and-spandex cover. The result is a huggable, rollable, squeezable pillow designed to support side sleepers’ shoulders, arms, and legs.

How to choose the perfect pillow

So many factors go into finding a pillow that’s perfect for you. Here are a few things to keep in mind when shopping for a pillow.

Sleep style

Do you fall asleep on your back or snooze on your side? What about tummy dozers?

Your sleep position is one of the most important factors in picking the best pillow for you. Back sleepers can keep their spines straight with a super low-pile pillow — or no pillow at all! Side snoozers require more neck and shoulder support to even things out. And stomach sleepers tend to need body support to avoid lower back pain.

Firmness

Are you a back sleeper who just wants a teensy lift behind your noggin? Opt for a low-pile pillow. But if you sleep on your side, you might want a firm pillow designed to support your neck and head.

TBH, firmness is something you need to explore for yourself. That’s one of the reasons we love Casper’s 30-night trial period.

Material

Got the sniffles? It *could* be your pillow. Some research suggests that polyester fiber-filled pillows can be vulnerable to fungus or mites. If that’s a concern, you might want to invest in a hypoallergenic pillow or a pillow made with natural materials like down.

When it comes to materials, it’s also worth checking whether your pillow is machine washable.

Other pillow options

Casper is def considered a luxury pillow brand. Its pillows are more expensive than the average pillow, but that doesn’t mean they’re out-of-this-world expensive.

Casper’s closest competitor is probably Purple (another newer and super popular sleep brand). Purple price range is even wider than Casper’s, offering cheaper and more expensive option. Purple also offers a longer risk-free trial than Casper.

Here’s how Casper stacks up against the competition:

Frequently asked Qs

Should I buy a Casper pillow?

Side sleepers and folks with neck pain tend to get the biggest benefits from Casper pillows. That’s because the company focuses on a blend of support and comfort.

• Side sleepers. You need to pay careful attention to the alignment of your spine and pressure points — shoulders and hips! — when snoozing on your side. A pillow that gently cradles your neck and holds it in position should help.
• Neck pain. Did you know that two-thirds of people will experience neck pain at some point? Read the reviews of Casper pillows and you’ll notice a common thread: Folks say they’re great for soothing pesky stiff necks.

What is the Casper brand known for?

Casper is a retailer that specializes in sleep and offers pretty much anything you might need to upgrade your bedding game, including:

• pillows
• mattresses
• bed frames
• sheets
• duvets

The company also donates sleep products to those in need (both humans and dogs) by partnering with organizations like the International Rescue Committee and Badass Brooklyn.

What are Casper pillows made of?

Curious what’s inside? Let’s dive into Casper’s materials.

Original Pillow

Cover: 100 percent cotton
Lining: polyester
Fill: polyester microfiber

Foam Pillow

Foam: 77 percent polyurethane, 23 percent viscoelastic polyurethane
Cover: 88 percent polyester, 12 percent spandex
Liner: 90 percent polyester, 10 percent spandex

Down Pillow

Outer shell: 100 percent cotton
Inner panels: 100 percent polyester
Outer chamber: 80 percent white duck down, 20 percent feather
Inner chambers: 60 percent white duck down, 40 percent feather

Hybrid Pillow

Cover: 92 percent polyester, 8 percent spandex
Lining: 100 percent polyester
Fill: 100 percent polyester fiber
Foam: 100 percent polyurethane foam

Backrest Pillow

Cover: 92 percent polyester, 8 percent spandex polyurethane foam, 23 percent viscoelastic polyurethane foam
Knit lining: 100 percent polyester, knit mesh
Outer chamber fill: 100 percent polyester fiber
Inner chamber fill: 80 percent polyurethane foam, 20 percent polyester fiber fill

Hug Body Pillow

Cover: 92 percent polyester, 8 percent spandex
Knit lining: 100 percent polyester
Knit mesh fill: 100 percent polyester

What does it feel like to sleep on a Casper pillow?

That depends on the pillow you choose!

Most Casper pillow are available in low-loft or mid-loft. This refers to your pillow’s height. Stomach and back sleepers will probably sleep soundly on a low-loft pillow, while side sleepers might feel more supported with a mid-loft Casper pillow.

Casper pillows are available in classic, down, and hybrid types. Each type will feel different under your head. A foam pillow tends to be more firm and supportive — think memory foam mattresses — while down pillows are all about that airy floof factor.

How much do Casper pillows cost?

Casper’s pillows range in price from $65 to $165. That may seem steep, but it’s pretty average when compared with other high quality pillow brands.

All Casper pillows also come with:

• free shipping (some exceptions apply)
• free returns
• a 30-night risk-free trial period
• a 1-year limited warranty

The bottom line

Casper is a popular sleep products brand that offers six types of pillows: original, foam, down, hybrid, back support, and body pillow. Each comes with free shipping, a 30-night trial period, and a 1-year limited warranty.

You’ve got some solid options to choose from, so you’re bound to find the pillow of your dreams.