I test pillows for a living — these are the 3 I'd snap up in today's Labor Day sales for each major sleep position

Tom's Guide bedding writer Becky George sleeps on her back on the Layla Kapok Pillow, which is on sale this Labor Day

(Image credit: Layla)

While price is an important factor when buying a new pillow, it’s crucial to always consider your sleep position. As a pillow tester, I've hunted down three deals that will appeal to each major sleep position in today's Labor Day sales. Like the Layla Kapok Pillow for side sleepers, with a 2-pack queen Kapok Pillow down to $163.50 (was $218) at Layla.

When testing the best pillows of the year, we keep in mind the different sleep positions, assessing them based on core parameters such as pillow loft, pressure relief, comfort and support. And right now, you can find your perfect pillow match your sleep style at a reduced price.

Need a new mattress too? You can find all of our top-rated recommendations in our guide to this year's best mattresses for every sleeper. Many of them are discounted in the Labor Day mattress sales too – read our Labor Day mattress sales live tracker for the latest price cuts. But first, scroll down to find the right pillow for your sleep position…

Layla Kapok Pillow: queen 2-pack from $218 from $163.50 at Layla
The Layla pillow features a unique kapok and microfiber blend fill which provides a sturdy yet comfy feel. We rate it as the best adjustable pillow for side sleepers. In my Layla Kapok pillow review, I noted how it has firmer feel than most adjustable options. It requires little to no adjustments for side sleeping with the pillow loft perfectly bridging the gap between the ear and shoulder, but there's always an option to remove the fill to suit your sleeping preferences (it comes over-stuffed to begin with.) You can now save 50% off when buying a 2-pack of Layla Kapok pillows dropping the price of two queen sizes to $163.50 from $218. This also includes a 30-night trial, five-year warranty and free shipping.

Our review: ★★★★½
User score: ★★★★★ (3,000+ reviews)

Purple Harmony Pillow: standard from $209 from $188 at Purple
Made from an inner core of responsive Talalay latex and their signature GelFlex-grid, the Purple Harmony is a medium-soft pillow available in three loft options. The low-loft version is ideal for back sleepers as it helps maintain healthy spinal alignment without causing your chin to move forward. Our tester found it to have a 'jiggly yet firm' feel which gently contours your head, neck and shoulders (read the full Purple Harmony Pillow review for more details.) You can now get 10% off in the Purple mattress sales which drops the price of a standard pillow from $209 to $188. it also comes with a 30-night trial, one-year warranty and free shipping.

Our review: ★★★★
User score: ★★★★½ (13,900+ reviews)

Tempur-Pedic Tempur Cloud Pillow: from $79 in buy one get one deal at Tempur-Pedic
This is the top recommendation from our stomach-sleeping tester who reported it to be ultra-soft yet supportive, just as how the brand claims it to be. The Tempur Cloud is a low to mid-loft pillow measuring five inches and is crafted from a single block of the pressure relieving Tempur foam for cloud-like comfort. Our tester found the Tempur Cloud reduced neck strain thanks to the right height and cradling build (read the full Tempur Cloud pillow review for more.) You can enjoy a 'buy one get one free' pillow offer as part of Tempur-Pedic mattress sales this Labor Day. A queen size Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Cloud is priced at $79 and comes with a five-year warranty and free shipping.

Our review: ★★★★
User score: ★★★★½ (7,000+ reviews)

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Becky is a Sleep Staff Writer at Tom’s Guide covering all things sleep-related including product reviews, research studies, news and explainers. She works on specialist bedding content and is responsible for buyer’s guides like the best pillows for all sleepers and best mattress protectors focusing on popular brands such as Tempur-Pedic, Avocado, Coop Home Goods and more. Becky is a PPA accredited journalist who is keen to explore the intricacies of sleep, its effects on skincare, mental wellbeing and work performance. While not thinking of sleep, she can be seen reading in cosy bookshops or learning about global food culture.

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