Best Down Pillows

Clusters from the underside of geese or ducks — the original luxury pillow fill. Soft, breathable, and long-lasting when cared for properly.

These comparisons use catalog-listed fill, loft, feel, and intended sleep positions. They are starting points for fit, not hands-on test results or measured performance. Compare the exact size and height; comfort also depends on your mattress and preferences.

Benefits

+Luxuriously soft
+Breathable and temperature regulating
+Moldable

Trade-offs

−Not hypoallergenic
−Requires regular fluffing
−Not vegan
−Clusters can bunch over time

Our top down picks

Parachute Down Pillow

Listed fill: European White Down (750 Fill Power)
Height: Medium loft
Feel: Medium feel
Intended fit: Back sleepers

The Standard Medium configuration uses 750-fill-power European white down in a cotton sateen shell, with softer and firmer options also available.

What it includes

✓85% European white down clusters with 15% down and feather fibers
✓100% cotton sateen shell with double-stitched piping
✓Soft, Medium, and Firm densities in Standard and King sizes
✓RDS certified and OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified

Browse other fill types

Memory Foam Shredded Foam Adjustable Fill Latex Down Alternative Wool Gel / Grid Body Pillow

Best Down Pillows

Benefits

Trade-offs

Our top down picks

Parachute Down Pillow

What it includes

Browse other fill types

Best Down Pillows

Benefits

Trade-offs

Our top down picks

Parachute Down Pillow

What it includes

Browse other fill types

Brooklinen Down Pillow

What it includes

Cuddledown 50/50 Down and Feather Pillow

What it includes

Naturepedic Down Pillow With Organic Cotton Fabric

What it includes