Camping Pillow

Why use a camping pillow?

You can roll up a jacket or use spare clothes, but it rarely provides proper support. A camping pillow is designed to give the right height and support for your head and neck without taking up unnecessary space in your pack. The result is better recovery and less stiffness in the morning.

• Lightweight: Suitable for hiking and longer trips where every gram matters.
• Packable design: Takes up minimal space in your backpack.
• Proper support: Provides more even support than rolled-up clothing.
• Quick to use: Inflate, adjust and pack down in seconds.

Inflatable or fibre – which suits you best?

The choice mainly comes down to feel and pack priority. An inflatable camping pillow is the most compact option. When deflated, it takes up very little space and weighs less. It can feel different compared to a regular pillow at home. Firmness is adjusted by how much air you add – most people find it more comfortable when it’s not fully inflated. A packable fibre pillow feels more like what you’re used to at home. The material is softer against your head and the shape is more traditional. The downside is that it usually weighs more and takes up more space in your pack. In short: Want minimal pack size – choose inflatable. Want a more “at home” feel – choose fibre.

How to choose the right camping pillow

• Backpacking: Prioritise low weight and small packed size.
• Car camping or base camp: Comfort may matter more than grams.
• Sleeping position: Side sleepers often need a slightly higher pillow.
• Sleeping pad combination: Height and firmness depend on how soft your pad is.

A good camping pillow complements your sleeping pad and your sleeping bag. It’s a small part of your gear – but a big part of your sleep quality.