Layla Pillow Review

Layla Kapok Pillow Video Review

Watch the video below to see how the Layla Kapok Pillow performed when put to the test in our lab.

Layla Pillow Review Breakdown

The Layla Kapok Pillow is a moldable, relatively conforming pillow that contains a mixture of shredded memory foam and Kapok fibers. Kapok fibers are extremely silky natural tree fibers that give this pillow a luxurious feel.

The Kapok Pillow’s cover contains yarn infused with copper. Copper is meant to promote cooling and help prevent bacterial growth for enhanced hygiene and odor control.

A zipper in the Layla Kapok Pillow’s cover allows sleepers to adjust the firmness and loft. The ability to add and remove fill makes the Layla Kapok a versatile pillow that works well for a variety of sleepers.

Sleepers of nearly all sleep position preferences and body weights rate the Layla Kapok Pillow highly. Side sleepers and back sleepers tend to enjoy exceptional comfort and support from the Layla Kapok Pillow. Only our testers who weigh over 230 pounds and sleep on their stomachs felt this model wasn’t right for them.

Materials and Options

Layla sells two pillows: the Layla Kapok Pillow and the Layla Memory Foam Pillow. Both pillows contain shredded memory foam fill. The Kapok Pillow also has silky, natural Kapok fibers mixed in with the foam, and the Memory Foam Pillow adds polyester fibers to the fill.

Neither Layla pillow comes with options beyond the pillow’s size. Both pillows are adjustable, however. Sleepers may adjust each pillow’s firmness and loft by unzipping the cover and adding or removing fill. Both arrive overstuffed to give owners more options.

While the Layla Memory Foam Pillow uses a breathable, polyester cover, the Kapok Pillow’s cover is a mixture of polyester, viscose, and poly/lycra with CuTEC yarn. CuTEC yarn is infused with copper fibers, which are intended to reduce odors and pull heat away to keep the surface cooler.

Product	Size Options	Loft	Interior Materials	Cover Materials
Layla Kapok Pillow	Queen: 18.5″ x 28.5″ King: 18.5″ x 36″	Adjustable	Shredded Memory Foam, Kapok Fibers	Polyester,Viscose, Poly/Lycra Woven with CuTEC Yarn
Layla Memory Foam Pillow	Queen: 20″ x 28″ King: 20″ x 36″	Adjustable	Shredded Memory Foam, Polyester Fiber	Polyester

Pricing Information

Pillow prices fall across an incredibly wide range. That said, the average memory foam pillow costs between $50 and $60. Both Layla pillows are considered luxury pillows and sell for prices above this average.

The Kapok Pillow sells at a higher price-point than the Layla Memory Foam Pillow because it contains Kapok fibers. These natural fibers cost more than polyester fiber, the fill added to the Layla Memory Foam Pillow.

Differences in cover materials also contribute to the price variation between the Layla Kapok Pillow and Memory Foam Pillow. The Kapok’s cover has yarn infused with copper woven into it, which is designed to promote cooling and reduces odors.

Layla Pillow Pricing

Product	Price
Layla Pillow	Queen – $99 King – $119
Layla Memory Foam Pillow	Queen – $75 King – $89

Pillow Performance Ratings

The Layla Kapok Pillow rates well across all categories. Thanks to its shredded memory foam fill, the Layla Kapok Pillow is highly moldable and relatively conforming. Sleepers can fluff the pillow into the shape they prefer, and it will lightly hug the head and neck.

Although the Layla Pillow tends to retain its shape, it feels very different from a molded memory foam pillow. The shredded memory foam and Kapok fibers make the pillow’s shape more malleable.

As an adjustable model, the Layla Kapok allows sleepers to add or remove fill. Doing so modifies the loft and the firmness level, making the pillow attractive to a wide variety of sleepers.

Copper-infused yarn woven into the Kapok Pillow’s cover is engineered to help with both odors and temperature neutrality.

The Layla Kapok Pillow has above-average durability, so customers can expect it to last a few years. Since it contains memory foam, the pillow might emit a slight odor when it’s new.

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Sleeping Style and Body Weight

Because the Layla Kapok Pillow is adjustable in terms of loft and firmness, it is suitable for a variety of sleep positions. Nearly all our sleep testers rate the original Layla Pillow well.

However, those with different position preferences and body weights might have unique concerns when considering purchasing the Layla Pillow.

Side Sleepers

Side sleepers rate the Layla Kapok Pillow most highly. Those weighing less than 230 pounds give the pillow especially high marks thanks to its plush feel and adjustability. Most find that the pillow’s loft is high enough to promote spinal alignment when lying on their sides, though some smaller individuals may prefer to reduce the fill level. The Kapok Pillow’s moldability also works in a side sleeper’s favor, allowing them to manipulate it to fit the space between their neck and the mattress while cradling the head.

Back Sleepers

Back sleepers also rate the Layla Kapok Pillow positively. Those who weigh less than 230 pounds might prefer the pillow after they’ve removed some fill to adjust the loft so that the pillow keeps the spine aligned without forcing the head towards the chest. Back sleepers weighing over 230 pounds don’t rate the pillow as highly as individuals from other weight groups. Since they will likely sink into the mattress more, they may prefer a pillow with a lower loft and firmer feel to support their spinal alignment.

Stomach Sleepers

Many stomach sleepers rate the Layla Kapok Pillow favorably, although they don’t give it as high of marks as those who prefer other sleep positions. Since the Kapok Pillow arrives with a fairly high loft, most stomach sleepers will find more comfort after removing fill. However, stomach sleepers weighing over 230 pounds may be better served by firmer pillows with lower lofts since the Layla Kapok’s medium soft feel may not be very supportive.

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	Under 130 lbs.	130-230 lbs.	Over 230 lbs.
Side Sleepers	Excellent	Excellent	Good
Back Sleepers	Excellent	Excellent	Good
Stomach Sleepers	Good	Good	Fair

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