The solo
1 Balestina Pillow
Your pillow, set to you.
- 30-night sleep trial
- Free worldwide shipping
- Removable height layer
$59.95USD
Choose solo
The height-tuned contour pillow
Your pillow isn't the problem. Its height is.
Balestina is a butterfly contour pillow with a removable height layer, so it fits your shoulders and the way you sleep, not someone else's. Set it up in 30 seconds. Wake up feeling the difference.
- Removable layer: two heights in one pillow
- Head cradle keeps your head from rolling
- Arm wings for comfortable side sleeping
30-night sleep trialFree worldwide shippingWashable cover
Set it up in 30 secondsLayer in for side sleepers · out for back sleepers
30-night sleep trialFree worldwide shippingPartner pillow 25% offRemovable, washable cover
Why most pillows fail
One pillow height can't fit everyone
Shoulders, sleep positions and mattresses all differ, yet most pillows come in one fixed height.
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Too high
Your head is pushed up and your neck bends sideways all night. You wake up feeling it on one side.
2
Too low
Your head tips down toward the mattress, so you fold an arm under the pillow and wake up with pins and needles.
3
Too squashy
Fluffy pillows feel great at 11pm and go flat by 2am. You spend the night punching them back into shape.
4
The Balestina fix
A contour shape that holds its form, plus a removable layer that lets you choose your height. Your pillow finally fits you.
Every curve has a job
Four zones. One aligned night.
Tap a number to see what each part of the pillow does.
- 1Head cradleA soft hollow that holds your head in place, so it doesn't roll or slide while you sleep on your back.
- 2Contoured neck edgeThe raised curve fills the gap under your neck instead of leaving it hanging.
- 3Butterfly arm wingsCut-outs on each side give your arm somewhere to go when you sleep on your side.
- 4Removable height layerKeep it in for more lift, take it out for a lower profile. Two heights, one pillow.
30-second height finder
Find your perfect height
Question 1 of 2
How do you fall asleep?
Question 2 of 2
How would you describe your shoulders?
Built for how you actually sleep
Side, back or all of the above
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Side sleepers
Use the higher edge with the layer in. The arm wings stop your shoulder getting squashed.
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Back sleepers
Rest your head in the cradle while the contour supports the curve of your neck.
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Combination sleepers
Roll from the cradle to the edge without waking up to rearrange your pillow.
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Couples
Each pillow is set separately, so you both get your own height.
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Balestina vs your current pillow
Balestina
Ordinary pillow
Adjustable height
✓
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Holds its shape all night
✓
Goes flat
Neck contour
✓
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Room for your arm when side sleeping
✓
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Removable, washable cover
✓
Sometimes
30-night trial
✓
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Still on the fence?
Every doubt, answered honestly
I've tried a contour pillow before and hated it.The honest answer
Most contour pillows come in one fixed height, and if it's wrong for your shoulders, it feels wrong all night. Balestina's removable layer gives you two heights, and the height finder tells you where to start.
It'll feel weird.The honest answer
It will, for a few nights. Your body is used to your old pillow. Give it 3 to 7 nights before you judge it. That's exactly why you get 30.
Memory foam sleeps hot.The honest answer
Foam does hold some warmth. The breathable knit cover helps, and it zips off for washing. If you run very hot, a thin cotton pillowcase over the cover helps too.
It smells of chemicals.The honest answer
New memory foam has a light scent when unboxed. Let it air out for a day or two in a ventilated room and it fades.
Is a pillow really worth the price?The honest answer
Used every night for a year, it works out to about the price of one coffee a month. And if it isn't right within 30 nights, you're covered.
What if it's the wrong height for me?The honest answer
That's the whole point: it isn't one height. Take the layer out or leave it in, and switch any time.
Every Balestina comes with
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Zero-risk sleep
Buying a pillow you can't try in a shop is a gamble. We take the gamble out of it.
30-night sleep trialSleep on it for a month
Included
Free tracked shippingTo your door, wherever you are
Free
Partner pillowAdd a second pillow for your partner
25% off
Removable height layerTwo heights in one pillow
Built in
Choose your set
Solo, couple or the whole family
Each pillow is set to its own height, so everyone gets their perfect fit.
The couple's set
2 Balestina Pillows
One each, both set to your own height.
- Second pillow 25% off
- 30-night sleep trial on both
- Free worldwide shipping
$104.91$119.90USD · $52.46 each
Choose the couple's set
The family set
3 Balestina Pillows
One for every sleeper in the house.
- 3 pillows, save 35%
- FREE Sleep For Real ebook
- Free worldwide shipping
$116.90$179.85USD · $38.97 each
Choose the family set
The specs
What you're sleeping on
| Core | Slow-rebound memory foam |
|---|---|
| Shape | Butterfly contour with head cradle |
| Height | Adjustable: removable height layer |
| Cover | Breathable knit, zip-off, machine washable |
| Best for | Side, back and combination sleepers |
| Shipping | Free, tracked, worldwide |
30Night trial
Our promise
Sleep on it. Literally.
Give Balestina 30 nights. If you don't wake up feeling the difference, contact us and we'll make it right.
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Start my 30 nights →Questions before you sleep on it
Should I use it with the height layer in or out?
Side sleepers and people with broader shoulders usually start with it in. Back and stomach sleepers with a slimmer frame usually prefer it out. Try the height finder above, then adjust after a few nights.
How long does it take to get used to?
Most people need 3 to 7 nights. A contour pillow holds your head differently from a flat one, so give it a fair try before deciding.
Do you ship to my country?
Yes. We ship worldwide with free tracked shipping. Delivery times for your country are shown at checkout.
Which currency will I pay in?
All prices are in US dollars (USD). If your card is in another currency, your bank converts it at checkout. Import taxes or duties, where they apply, are shown at checkout or charged by your local carrier.
Will my pillowcases fit?
The pillow comes with its own breathable zip-off cover shaped to fit. A standard pillowcase can go over the top if you prefer.
How do I clean it?
Unzip the cover and machine wash it on a gentle cycle. The foam core isn't washable, so spot clean it and let it air out.
How does the 30-night trial work?
Sleep on it for up to 30 nights. If it isn't right for you, contact our support team and we'll make it right. See our refund policy for the details.
Is it a medical device?
No. Balestina is a comfort pillow designed to support your head and neck while you sleep. If you have ongoing neck or back pain, please talk to a healthcare professional.
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