Best Cooling Pillow for Night Sweats [+ Reviews]

Key Takeaways

• The Purple DreamLayer® Pillow is the best cooling pillow for hot sleepers.
• When shopping for cooling pillows, look for features like advanced cooling technologies, breathability, adjustable comfort level, flexible material, and moisture-wicking performance.

Purple's cooling pillows use innovative materials like the GelFlex Grid® and breathable foams to dissipate heat effectively.

Finding pillows that stay cold can be a game-changer for hot sleepers. The best cooling pillows help maintain the ideal temperature for sleeping throughout the night and keep you from tossing and turning. But with so many options, choosing the right pillow can feel overwhelming.

This guide offers expert tips to simplify the decision-making process and introduce you to the best-rated cooling pillows on the market. Keep reading to discover how to enjoy a cooler, more restful night.

Comfort Made Convenient

Get luxurious comfort in a perfectly compact size. Add cooling, cradling support to the couch, bed, or wherever you rest.

Shop Pillows

What Is a Cooling Pillow?

Cooling pillows are specially designed with materials and technologies that help dissipate heat and enhance airflow. 

Infused with cooling gels and phase change materials or made from breathable fabrics like latex or bamboo, these pillows actively work to regulate body temperature. Their cool-to-the-touch surface makes them particularly beneficial for hot sleepers or anyone experiencing night sweats.

 Here are some of the best pillows for hot sleepers from Purple that can help give you an uninterrupted night of deep rest.

Best Cooling Pillow Overall: Purple DreamLayer® Pillow

Alternative to: Tempur-Pedic TEMPUR-Cloud® Hybrid Pillow

For those wondering what the best cooling pillow is, the Purple DreamLayer® Pillow is the answer. 

Featuring our innovative GelFlex Grid®, it pulls excess heat away from your head and neck while providing instant, adaptive support that conforms to your shape. The MicroAir Foam® layer underneath offers a gentle, pressure-relieving feel that remains cool and breathable. 

Recognized for its excellence, the Purple DreamLayer® Pillow has earned the Best Pillow of the Year award for Good Morning America’s Real Simple Sleep Awards 2025.¹

Unlike the TEMPUR-Cloud® Hybrid Pillow, the Purple DreamLayer® Pillow uses the GelFlex Grid® vs. memory foam for superior airflow and temperature regulation. The Grid naturally draws heat away without trapping it, ensuring consistent cooling; in combination with the MicroAir Foam® layer, the Grid sets this pillow apart from traditional dense memory foam pillows that tend to retain warmth.

• Key Features: Cooling GelFlex Grid®, conforming yet breathable MicroAir Foam®, adjustable height with removable boosters
• Materials: Hyper-Elastic Polymer (GelFlex Grid®), MicroAir Foam®, moisture-wicking stretch knit cover
• Sizes: Standard, king
• Price: $209-$249

The Purple DreamLayer® Pillow offers a cool night’s rest to sleepers of all sizes. See what one happy customer says about their experience:

“Finally a pillow designed for comfort for a petite AND large person! I love the adjustable thickness of this pillow. The cooling side is wonderful. This pillow has a good amount of support and cushion. Highly recommend!” — Dm Alva, Purple DreamLayer® Pillow review

Experience the ultimate in cooling comfort. Shop the Purple DreamLayer® Pillow today and enjoy sweat-free nights.

Best Cooling Pillow for Side Sleepers: Purple Harmony™ Pillow

Alternative to: Coop Sleep Goods Eden Cool+ Crescent Pillow

The Purple Harmony™ Pillow is a top-rated choice for side sleepers seeking cooling comfort. Crafted with our innovative Honeycomb GelFlex Grid®, it provides instant pressure relief while drawing heat away for all-night coolness. Its Talalay latex core promotes an airy, buoyant feel that helps you get more deep sleep every night.

This pillow has earned several awards, including:

• Good Housekeeping’s Most Supportive Pillow²
• NBC Select’s Bed Bath and Beyond Award for Best Pillow³
• Apartment Therapy’s Best Cooling Pillow for Back Sleepers⁴
• Prevention’s Healthy Home Award 2022 for Best Pillow Overall⁵

Compared to similar models like the Coop Sleep Goods Eden Cool+ Crescent Pillow, the Purple Harmony™ Pillow stands out with its proprietary GelFlex Grid® that offers more refined airflow and adaptive support.

• Key Features: Temperature-balancing Honeycomb GelFlex Grid®, breathable Talalay latex core, three height options
• Materials: Hyper-Elastic Polymer (Honeycomb GelFlex Grid®), Talalay latex core, moisture-wicking stretch knit cover
• Sizes: Standard, king
• Price: $209-$249 

Here’s what side sleepers have to say about the Purple Harmony™ Pillow’s performance:

“I got two of these pillows for my wife and I, and for the past two weeks, we slept like babies. We both are side sleepers so no neck pains anymore. The pillows are cool to the touch and super soft.” — D Kendall, Purple Harmony™ Pillow review

Get your Purple Harmony™ Pillow today to experience a cooler night and a pain-free morning.

Best Cooling Pillow for Customizable Comfort: Purple Freeform™ Pillow 

Alternative to: Slumber Cloud UltraCool Pillow

If you need a pillow you can customize to your exact liking and wondering how to stay asleep without relying solely on AC, then the Purple Freeform™ Pillow might be a great option for you. 

This pillow’s innovative Honeycomb GelFlex Grid® actively draws heat away from your head and neck. The breathable stretch knit cover enhances airflow, while the shapeable MicroFlex® Moon Foam allows you to personalize support and firmness.

Compared to the Slumber Cloud UltraCool Pillow, the Purple Freeform™ Pillow offers a versatile, adjustable experience with the benefit of customizable fill and targeted Neck Roll Chambers for exceptional support. Its shapeable foam and GelFlex Grid® work together to provide a tailored, cooling, and pressure-relieving sleep environment.

• Key Features: Honeycomb GelFlex Grid®, shapeable MicroFlex® Moon Foam, adjustable fill with neck chambers
• Materials: Hyper-Elastic Polymer (Honeycomb GelFlex Grid®), CertiPUR-US certified foam, breathable stretch knit cover
• Sizes: Standard, king
• Price: $209-$249

Are you hesitant about the price point? See what a customer who took the leap says:

“Best $200 I've ever spent. I was hesitant to spend so much on a pillow but considering I'm pain free and this is something I use every night, I would buy it again. It's so cooling and firm but soft at the same time.” — Jenna, Purple Freeform™ Pillow review

Don’t wait to improve your sleep. Shop the best pillow for hot sleepers today and say goodbye to night sweats.

Best Cooling All Gel Pillow: Purple Pillow® 

Alternative to: Brooklyn Bedding Luxury Cooling Gel Memory Foam Pillow

The Purple Pillow® is a cooling gel pillow featuring our 3-inch GelFlex Grid®. This innovative design dissipates heat from your head and neck area and promotes breathability through hundreds of air channels. 

It offers a firm, no-fluff feel that’s perfect for those who prefer a firm vs. soft pillow experience. Plus, the two booster layers allow you to customize the height and support for optimal comfort.

Compared to the Brooklyn Bedding Luxury Cooling Gel Memory Foam Pillow, the Purple Pillow® offers a more supportive, firm feel with a focus on pressure relief and temperature regulation. While both feature ventilated foam to enhance breathability, Purple’s GelFlex Grid® provides more adaptive support and cooling efficiency. 

• Key Features: 3” GelFlex Grid® for cooling, firm support, removable booster layers for customization
• Materials: Hyper-Elastic Polymer (GelFlex Grid®), non-toxic polyethylene copolymer coating, breathable mesh cover
• Sizes: Standard
• Price: $249

Customers are praising the Purple Pillow® for more than just its cooling abilities. Here is one user’s review of this pillow:

“I have a neck and back problem. Using a pillow at night for sleeping has always been a problem. This pillow has it all! Soft yet supportive, but never pushing on neck or face if side sleeper. Also the cooling effect is amazing. I get hot flashes but with this pillow they go unnoticed. Hooray for Purple!!” — Mongiardo, D, Purple Pillow® review

Ready to enjoy the cooling support you deserve? Shop the best firm cooling pillow today.

Top Features for Pillows That Stay Cold

When shopping for the best cooling pillow, understanding the key features that promote consistent coolness is crucial. Learning how to choose the best pillow involves evaluating materials, construction, and design elements that promote breathability and heat dissipation.

Here are the top features you should look for when choosing a pillow.

1. Advanced Cooling Technology

The best cooling pillows incorporate innovative materials and technologies designed to draw heat away from the head and maintain a comfortable temperature all night. These technologies include:

• Gel-infused memory foam: Embedded gel particles absorb and dissipate heat, keeping the pillow cool to the touch and preventing overheating.
• Purple's GelFlex Grid®: This hyper-elastic polymer grid actively conducts heat away, allowing you to remain cool.
• Phase change materials: These materials absorb excess heat during sleep and release it gradually to stabilize temperature.⁶

These features work together to prevent heat buildup and ensure a cooling experience.

2. Ventilation and Breathability

Breathable construction is crucial for pillows to stay cold. Materials like latex or cooling gels promote airflow between the fill and the cover, helping to wick away moisture and dissipate heat. 

Proper ventilation prevents heat retention, allowing hot sleepers to maintain a low, consistent temperature all night.

3. Adjustable Comfort Level

An adjustable pillow allows you to customize support and loft, which can influence how hot the pillow feels. Pillows with removable fill chambers or adjustable layers let you find the perfect balance between support and airflow. 

During hot summer months when you can’t sleep, this flexibility can help keep your pillow cool and comfy.

4. Durable, Flexible Materials

The best cooling pillows for night sweats are made from high-quality, flexible materials that endure regular use and washing while maintaining their cooling properties. Some of these materials include:

• Hyper-elastic polymer: Offers elasticity, durability, and excellent heat dissipation
• Latex: Naturally breathable, resistant to heat buildup, and maintains shape over time
• Breathable memory foam: Infused with cooling gels or copper to prevent heat retention

These materials are designed to be resilient, supporting long-term cooling performance without sacrificing comfort.

5. Moisture-Wicking Performance

Moisture-wicking fabrics and fills help draw sweat away from your skin. Materials like Tencel, bamboo viscose, and specialized cooling covers actively manage moisture, reducing dampness that can lead to overheating. 

Combined with ventilation, moisture-wicking properties ensure you remain comfortable and dry all night long.

What’s the Best Pillow To Keep Cool at Night?

To choose the best cooling pillow, you need to consider your sleep position, support needs, and preferred materials. Purple offers a variety of pillows for every preference.

Try the Purple Harmony™ Pillow, the best-rated cooling pillow on our website, or choose the Purple DreamLayer® Pillow if you’re prone to night sweats. Decide how many pillows you should sleep with and explore our wide collection of innovative options to enjoy a peaceful, sweat-free night. 

The Greatest Pillow Ever Invented™

Cooling comfort with a luxurious, weightless feel and responsive support.

Shop Harmony® Pillow