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The best anti-snore pillows of 2024 for easier breathing and better sleep
Pillows that stop snoring are a relatively new phenomenon but the market is growing quickly in a country where 45 per cent of adults snore occasionally and 25 per cent are chronic snorers. Not only can snoring develop into potentially serious sleep apnoea, but people who sleep next to snorers will lose up to an hour of sleep per night. This makes it all the more important to find the best anti-snore pillow.
When your airway narrows, it causes air to move more quickly, which vibrates the soft tissues,” explains Michael Breus PhD, Founder of The Sleep Doctor. “There are three common causes of this narrowing. The first is simply that your muscles relax in sleep. Gravity moves all the tissue backward a few millimetres, including the tongue and any adipose tissue around the neck, which narrows your airway.” He adds that nasal congestion and alcohol can also cause narrowing.
The pillow you sleep on could be another factor: “If you sleep on your back and your pillow is overstuffed, it will push your head forward and narrow your airway. This can also happen with side sleepers to some extent. Meanwhile pillows with allergens like feathers can cause congestion.”
I’ve been reviewing bedding for years and as a snorer, I’ve compiled a list of the best anti-snore pillows. You can read my full reviews below, followed by some more advice from Dr Breus. If you’re in a hurry, here’s a look at my top five: