If you or your partner snores, you’ve likely tried everything. Nasal sprays, strips or clips all come with mixed results, but there’s a new alternative that’s proving to be successful: the best anti-snore pillows.
These sleeping essentials offer a more natural solution by aligning your head and neck to reduce pressure on your airways. Snoring occurs when airflow is restricted during sleep, causing tissue vibrations that produce noise.
Studies have shown that side sleeping can significantly reduce snoring by minimising airway compression. Anti-snore pillows are designed to support side sleeping and prevent you from rolling onto your back during the night.
It can take a few nights to adjust to side sleeping if you're used to another position, but the potential benefits – better breathing, deeper sleep, and improved alertness – are worth the effort.
For those who can’t get comfortable on their side, elevating the head by 4in can also improve airflow. While most anti-snore pillows focus on side sleeping, I tested a few models designed for back sleepers. Keep scrolling to find out how I got on.
How I tested
I tested a range of anti-snore pillows over several months, using a mix of practical tools and good old-fashioned observation to see how well they worked in a real home setting. Each pillow was used for at least three weeks to give me time to get used to its shape, firmness, and support.
I paid attention to the following features in each pillow:
- Snoring levels: To monitor snoring levels, I used the Snorelab app on my smartphone to record noise in the bedroom. This tracked noise levels and duration and gave us an overall snoring score (with one being the best and 100 the worst), so I had data to use when comparing the effects of each pillow.
- Comfort: I also assessed how soft, firm, or supportive the pillow felt, and whether it provided a comfortable resting surface for my head throughout the night.
- How easy it was to fall asleep: I noted how quickly and easily I was able to drift off while using the pillow, and whether it made settling down more comfortable.
- Whether I stayed in position during the night: I monitored whether the pillow helped keep me in the intended sleeping position and prevented rolling or shifting during the night.
- Neck and shoulder relief: I paid attention to how my neck, shoulders, and upper back felt in the morning, checking for any stiffness, soreness, or improved alignment.
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The best anti-snore pillows for 2025 are:
- Best overall – Levitex pillow: £80, Amazon.co.uk
- Best budget buy – Silentnight anti-snore pillow: £9, Amazon.co.uk
- Best for neck pain – Groove the original pillow: £29.95, Groovepillows.co.uk
- Best for back sleepers – Lancashire Textiles orthopaedic anti-snore pillow: £20.99, Amazon.co.uk
- Best for draining sinuses – Putnams anti-snore bed wedge pillow: £82.81, Putnams.co.uk
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Levitex pillow
Best: Anti-snore pillow overall
Dimensions: Small: 60cm x 40cm x 8cm, medium: 60cm x 40cm x 10cm, large: 60cm x 40cm x 12cm, extra large: 60cm x 40cm x 14cm
Filling: Levitex foam
Cover: Nylon
Firmness: Medium-firm
Guarantee: Three years
SnoreLab score: 7 (very good)
Why we love it
- Dramatically improved snoring
- Helped spine alignment
- Suits side sleepers and front sleepers
Levitex was founded by James Leinhardt, a sleep posture expert who has spent years working with NHS trusts and social care across the UK. If you have poor posture during the day, there’s a good chance you’ll have a sleeping position that will stress your spine and cause aching joints and stiff muscles, as well as fatigue the following day, as you won’t feel properly rested.
The foam technology in a Levitex pillow gently and comfortably supports you as you sleep, helping you to find a sleep posture that allows your spine to feel neutral and weightless and, crucially, keeps your airways open.
There are four pillow sizes, from small to extra large, available to ensure people of all sizes have the right level of support for the shape of their neck and shoulders.
I tried a medium and it felt luxurious. After a few nights on this, I wondered why I hadn’t thrown out my old pillow years ago. Snoring was definitely reduced, neck and tension pain were relieved, and using the pillow even made an old hip injury feel less painful.
Buy now £80.00, Amazon.co.uk
Silentnight anti-snore pillow
Best: Budget anti-snore pillow
Dimensions: 74cm x 48cm x 10cm
Filling: Hollowfibre polyester
Cover: Microfibre
Firmness: Soft to medium
Guarantee: Two years
SnoreLab score: 16 (room for improvement)
Why we love it
- Anti-microbial coating
This may be the lowest-priced pillow I tested, but it has been approved by experts. Tested by the British Snoring & Sleep Apnoea Association, the pillow was found to reduce snoring frequency and volume by approximately 50 per cent. When sleeping on the pillow, my SnoreLab score was 16, so there’s room for improvement. But, this pillow is not claiming to cure your snoring completely, instead, it can help reduce levels. This is thanks to an ergonomically shaped foam core in the centre of the pillow, which has been designed to support your head and neck, keeping it at just the right position to improve your breathing.
The Silentnight anti-snore pillow is hypoallergenic, which means it doesn’t contain any materials that are likely to cause allergies, and the outer fabric is smooth polycotton, so it’s soft and breathable. The pillow comes with a two-year manufacturer’s guarantee, so you can sleep soundly, knowing you’re covered.
Buy now £12.00, Amazon.co.uk
The Fine Bedding Company natural latex foam pillow
Best: Anti-snore pillow for breathability
Dimensions: 70cm x 50cm x 14cm
Filling: Taladay latex
Cover: 100 per cent cotton
Firmness: Medium
Guarantee: Two years
SnoreLab score: 10 (good)
Why we love it
- Cooling
- Good head support
With a thick loft and buoyant latex core, this pillow is a comfortable way to reduce snoring. Unlike hollow fibre pillows that flatten over time, this one retains its shape, preventing airway obstruction, which is a major cause of snoring. It’s not as firm as some of the other pillows I tested, but there was just enough support to minimise pressure points. Plus, the pillow made it easier to get into a comfortable position, so I found I didn’t toss and turn as much when I got into bed.
Latex is a great choice for hot sleepers, as it has a unique open-cell structure that enhances airflow, preventing heat build-up throughout the night. Unlike memory foam, which can trap warmth, latex enables continuous ventilation, ensuring a cool and refreshing sleep. My smartwatch reported a high percentage of deep sleep while I was using this pillow, which I put down to the mix of temperature regulation and support helping to ensure uninterrupted sleep.
Buy now £95.00, Thebedspecialist.co.uk
Simba firm hybrid pillow
Best: Anti-snore pillow for customising firmness
Dimensions: 70cm x 45cm x 18cm
Filling: Aerocoil micro springs, polyester
Cover: Cotton
Firmness: Customisable
Guarantee: One year
SnoreLab score: 9 (good)
Why we love it
- Adjustable height and firmness
- Suits back and side sleepers
Take note
- Expensive
If a soft pillow is causing you to snore, but you’re not ready for a super firm alternative, Simba’s hybrid pillow offers the perfect middle ground. It has three interchangeable inner pillows, so I layered them up how I wanted. It’s recommended that back sleepers put the two memory foam layers on top and use the firmer part (consisting of aerocoil springs) as the base. However, I prefer to sleep on my side, so I put the spring layer in the middle. I couldn’t feel it, as the memory foam was super plush, but it must have been working in the background to support my neck, as I didn’t suffer any bad snoring episodes while using this option. The aerocoil layer spans the whole pillow, offering edge-to-edge support, so I had the same comfort no matter how much I moved.
Buy now £127.20, Simbasleep.com
Nectar adjustable memory foam pillow
Best: Anti-snore pillow for customisation
Dimensions: 74cm x 48cm x 12cm
Filling: Memory foam
Cover: Tencel blend
Firmness: Customisable
Guarantee: Two years
SnoreLab score: 15 (room for improvement)
Why we love it
- Luxuriously soft cover
- Adjustable height
Much like Simba’s hybrid pillow, you can choose the perfect height for your tastes with Nectar’s design, allowing for experimentation to find the perfect height for snoring relief. With two layers of premium memory foam (4cm and 8cm), you can easily adjust the height to 12cm or use the layers individually. I found the best results using the full 12cm height, but I have a lot of practice at sleeping on elevated pillows.
Even though memory foam retains more heat than other materials, I didn’t find this to affect my sleep, and instead, I remained at the perfect temperature throughout the night.
Buy now £65.00, Nectarsleep.co.uk
Putnams anti-snore bed wedge pillow
Best: Anti-snore pillow for clearing sinuses
Dimensions: 61cm x 76cm x 15cm
Filling: Memory foam
Cover: Polycotton
Firmness: Firm
Guarantee: Two years
SnoreLab score: 13 (quite good)
Why we love it
- Great for acid reflux
- Relieves sinus pressure
Take note
- Takes a while to get used to it
Putnams is a family-run business, with all pillows, bed supports, mattresses and other comfort products handmade in a factory in Devon. It has solutions for all kinds of sleep problems, from back and neck pain, acid reflux, sleep apnoea and coccyx relief while pregnant, as well as anti-snoring pillows.
For snorers, the bed wedge pillow works by elevating the torso on a slight incline, opening up the airways, which it does brilliantly. I found that my nasal passageways felt noticeably clearer within a few days of sleeping on the Putnams wedge, and I also liked how the wedge can be propped against the wall to support the back when reading in bed. The only downside was that it’s hard to snuggle with a partner when one is propped up higher than the other.
Buy now £82.81, Putnams.co.uk
Kally Sleep neck pain pillow
Best: Anti-snore pillow for allergy sufferers
Dimensions: 70cm x 40cm x 15cm
Filling: Hollowfibre
Cover: Polycottom
Firmness: Medium-soft
Guarantee: Two years
SnoreLab score: 12 (quite good)
Why we love it
- Hypoallergenic
If you suffer from allergies, you’ll appreciate that this pillow has a hollowfibre filling that has been treated to prevent bacteria and make it hypoallergenic. After all, a pillow won’t reduce your snoring if its support allows you to breathe better but you react badly to its filling.
Buried beneath the filling is an S-shaped foam core, which supports the neck, with a dip for the head. As the hollowfibre stuffing is quite plump, you don’t feel much of it, but it is working in the background to soothe snores. Comfort-wise, it feels firmer than an average pillow, with the depth of a pillow you’d find in a top-quality hotel.
Buy now £39.99, Kallysleep.com
Groove the original pillow
Best: Anti-snore pillow for easing aches and pains
Dimensions: 60cm x 35cm x 116cm
Filling: Bamboo memory foam
Cover: Bamboo, polyester
Firmness: Firm
Guarantee: Two years
SnoreLab score: 17 (room for improvement)
Why we love it
- Encourages good posture
- Generous free trial
Take note
- Takes a while to bed in
If you associate pillows with being fluffy and rectangular, this one may come as a surprise. Scientifically designed to improve sleep posture and alleviate stress on the neck and upper back, it features an ergonomic ‘dip’. This design provides anatomical comfort and encourages proper biomechanical positioning, which has a knock-on effect on how much you snore.
As a side sleeper, the memory foam did feel rather stiff and dense when I first started sleeping on it, and it took about two weeks before I slept with it in my bed all night. At the beginning, I woke up midway through the night with shoulder niggles and swapped the pillow for an alternative, but I was able to wear it in eventually and found it to ease back pain. Groove offers an impressive 100-night free trial so you can see how you get on with it.
Buy now £31.95, Groovepillows.co.uk
Panda London memory foam bamboo pillow
Best: Anti-snore pillow for keeping shape
Dimensions: 60cm x 40cm x 12cm
Filling: Memory foam
Cover: Bamboo, polyester
Firmness: Medium-firm
Guarantee: 10 years
SnoreLab score: 12 (quite good)
Why we love it
- Breathable
- Eco-friendly
- Bespoke support
- Cover included
This pillow provided decent neck and spine alignment during testing, and I was impressed by the fact that it didn’t lose its shape or density over time. Panda London is so confident in its design that it offers a 10-year guarantee, which is far longer than most – Simba, for example, only offers a two-year guarantee on its pillows. In terms of its ability to prevent snoring, my tests (a 12 SnoreLab score) showed that little noise was detected.
Buy now £44.95, Pandalondon.com
Lancashire Textiles orthopaedic anti-snore pillow
Best: Anti-snore pillow for back sleepers
Dimensions: 60cm x 40cm x 12cm
Filling: Memory foam
Cover: Bamboo, polyester
Firmness: Medium-firm
Guarantee: 10 years
SnoreLab score: 12 (quite good)
Why we love it
- Breathable
- Eco-friendly
- Bespoke support
- Cover included
Take note
- Won’t benefit side-sleepers
The Lancashire Textiles orthopaedic anti-snore pillows have been designed for back sleepers. The hollow in the centre causes the head to tilt slightly, which opens the airwaves, reducing any pressure – often the main cause of snoring. You wouldn’t benefit from it if you’re a side sleeper, but it’s excellent value for back sleepers. What’s more, the bouncy hollowfibre filling feels more premium than other hollowfibre pillows I’ve tested, and everything is hypoallergenic.
Buy now £19.99, Amazon.co.uk
Tempur original smartcool ergonomic pillow
Best: Anti-snore pillow for neck support
Dimensions: 61cm x 31cm x 10cm
Filling: Tempur memory foam
Cover: 61 per cent polyester, 38 per cent polyethlene, 1 per cent elastane
Firmness: Medium-firm
Guarantee: Three years
SnoreLab score: 14 (quite good)
Why we love it
- Cooling
- Supportive
- Easy to wash
Take note
- Expensive
I had high hopes for this Tempur option – especially as it’s one of the most expensive pillows I tested – and I wasn’t disappointed. It wasn’t an overnight fix, but that could be because the pillow needed time to mould to the shape of my head. Made from Tempur’s unique pressure-relieving material, the pillow softens in warmer areas (where my head and neck make the most contact) while staying firmer in cooler areas where there’s less pressure. The more nights I slept on it, the more I warmed it up.
After a week, I loved how it fitted the precise shape of my head, neck and shoulders, keeping everything aligned, which makes for a clearer airway. This was evident in quieter snoring that didn’t last as long throughout the night. I also appreciated the easy care instructions, as the pillowcase can simply be thrown into the washing machine at 40C to keep it nice and fresh.
Buy now £139.00, Tempur.com
Your questions on anti-snoring pillows answered
What is the best anti-snoring pillow?
The pillows I tested varied in price from £18 to more than £150, but my favourite was the Levitex pillow, which was right in the middle of this range at £80. It helped my snoring and posture, and I noticed I woke up with fewer aches and pains. The original Groove pillow was also effective at reducing snoring, and the comfort of this improved over time. For those who like a soft sleeping surface, I’d recommend the Kally Sleep pillow.
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