Finding the right pillow to rest your head upon at night is akin to finding the right pair of slippers. Once you have the ideal set you won’t change them for the world. But what makes a good pillow? On our quest to find the best pillows of all we examined the Avocado Green Pillow to see how it stacks up.

The Avocado market themselves as a supplier of ‘green’ pillows, and they are quite accurate in that description with regards to materials. The Avocado sports natural latex foam as its base, this material has been grown and harvested in the USA from sustainable sources. Next they use Kapok fibers from the Ceiba tree for stuffing. This fiber is similar to a fluffy cotton and is hypoallergenic and biodegradable. Lastly, they use certified organic cotton to wick away any sweat in the night. As an added bonus their pillows are not only centripur-US certified, they are also fully Vegan and are Greenguard Gold Certified.

We love the sustainability aspect and the softness of this pillow. Additionally we love that you can adjust how much you stuff it. We gave the Avocado Green Pillow a 5 out of 5 for materials.

The Avocado pillow is sturdy enough that your head and neck are supported all night and you do not have to constantly fluff it up in order to get comfortable. The natural latex also provides a soothing coolness that tends not to overheat when combined with the cotton and the Kapok fibers. This is an ideal pillow for those who like a sturdy and firm pillow that will contour to the shape of your head and won’t need constant re-fluffing. Customers also love the fact that this pillow has no ‘scent’ to it either, which you might expect from a natural pillow.

We gave the Avocado a 4.6 out of 5 for comfort. A cooling layer might have been the perfect touch to the final product.

The natural rubber latex used in the making of this pillow really sets it apart in the support scales, as does the optional extra stuffing which you can choose to add in if you need more support. This is a firm pillow so be wary if you prefer yours to be soft. The contouring of the latex combined with the high breathability of the other materials make for a comforting, cradled feel when you lay your head upon it. Although it is firm it is also exceedingly pliable, which saves it from feeling heavy or accentuating any aches or pains.

We gave the Avocado Green Pillow a 4.6 out of 5 for support, only because you have to add extra padding if you prefer it so.

Customers love the price of this item, citing it as better value than other, more expensive products by far. It comes with free shipping and returns and a one year warranty, which is quite a lot of added extra for a pillow. It is safe, non-toxic and durable, and when the fluff starts to flatten you can add more to it. They are also handmade in the USA from sustainable materials, most of which are US sourced. When it comes to finesse and quality they check all of the boxes.

The Avocado might seem a little expensive at first glance: but you get what you pay for. If what you are seeking is a wholly Eco-friendly, plush and luxurious yet supportive pillow that won’t have you suffering with fumes when you rest your head then you won’t get a much better deal. Besides anything else the one year warranty provides an extra layer of security to help you sleep all that bit more soundly.

We gave the Avocado Green Pillow a 4.7 out of 5 for value. We would love to see a lower price even though we don’t disagree over the quality.