trtl Pillow - Scientifically Proven, Super Soft Neck Support Travel Pillow for Airplanes - Lightweight and Machine Washable - Ergonomic Design for Traveling on Flights, Cars, and Trains - Black

For years I have searched for a plane pillow that would allow me to comfortably get some shut eye on my flights. I am notorious for staying up all night the night before a flight prepping (instead of doing things ahead of time like a responsible adult), and this often leaves me sleepy by take off. I love nothing more than snoozing the entire flight and this neck support is the first "pillow" type product that has allowed me to truly sleep upright without that dreaded mid-sleep drift into your seat neighbor or too far forward. The brace feature is flexible yet supportive so you can adjust it to get the perfect angle to allow for comfortable napping and the compact design makes it way less cumbersome to tote in your personal item/carryon. Overall this was a win purchase.

Four stars only because I haven’t tested it on a long flight yet, but I suspect this thing is gonna be a five star product. Unlike other travel pillows, this one provides actual support, holding your head in a comfortable position with your neck in better alignment as compared to the extreme lateral cervical flexion that occurs with traditional travel pillows. Simple, thin, light design should easily pack in a carry on bag and the cover is nice and soft. Can’t wait for my next holiday to give it a real go!

This pillow is a game changer for me! Took me a few minutes to figure it out but once I watched the videos I was able to use the neck piece in multiple different positions. I used it on my recent flight and slept more comfortably than I had on any other plane trip! I’ve started using it while just while I'm reading and even while I’m knitting. It was really easy to wash the wrap and it’s been holding up so well, I’m not sure why there are so many complaints about quality. I also took a hint from a friend and bought the original and it’s the perfect size for me and is so cozy and thick, my husband will need the cooling version though since it’s a bit bigger.

I wanted to love the Trtl Travel Pillow. really, I did. The promise of a scientifically engineered, ultra-supportive neck brace (sorry, “pillow”) that would finally allow me to sleep on a plane without waking up feeling like I lost a fight with the overhead bin was too good to pass up. Unfortunately, after several flights of dedicated testing, I can confidently say this: if you enjoy the sensation of being in a very mild, travel-sized guillotine, this is the product for you. The “Support” Dilemma The concept is clever. You wrap it around your neck, lean into the hidden support, and drift off into blissful, ergonomic slumber. The reality? The only way this thing provides any meaningful support is if you cinch it so tightly that you start questioning your blood flow situation. At optimal “support” level, I found myself teetering between “mildly uncomfortable” and “Is this what a giraffe feels like in a turtleneck?” If you loosen it even slightly, it becomes a $60 piece of fabric wrapped around your neck for no reason at all. And if you tighten it enough to actually hold your head up, congratulations! You now have a built-in pulse-checking device because your body will let you know very quickly when your carotid artery has had enough. In-Flight Performance My hope was to finally achieve that elusive, graceful plane nap. Instead, I spent most of my flight adjusting, readjusting, and questioning my life choices as my seat neighbor side-eyed my increasingly desperate attempts to make it work. The “lean and sleep” motion they advertise? More like “lean, start losing feeling in your jaw, panic, readjust, repeat.” The Verdict For those with an iron will, a tolerance for slight oxygen deprivation, and perhaps a slimmer neck than mine, this might work. For the rest of us? Save your money and go back to the classic awkward head-tilt-against-the-window method or invest in a real neck pillow. Or better yet, just accept that air travel is inherently uncomfortable and move on. Final Rating: 2/5 Stars – Points for innovation, deducted for it being a personal tourniquet for the worst possible location

The good: it did help me sleep on my 10-hour flight. It felt cozy to be wrapped up in it. The bad: The travel pouch that the neck support goes into fell apart during the first leg of the first flight I used it on. The strap that allows the pillow to clip on to your other bags just tore right off with completely normal use. For the price this shouldn't happen. I had to get a separate tote to keep it in for the rest of the trip. The device itself is designed for people with a longer neck than mine, so if you have a short neck, it's not that comfortable. It still worked, but was like a turtleneck pulled partway up my face. It's also a bit cumbersome to wrap the scarf around and find the right spot to velcro. This could be a challenge for anyone with limited arm/shoulder mobility. Speaking of velcro, the velcro closure of the travel pouch is industrial strength, so it was a battle every time to get the pillow out of it. No joke, it was like trying to pry open the jaws of a pitbull. Lastly, the material feels very cheap — like dollar store fleece. Not very nice against the skin. I think I will wear a nicer scarf under it next time. Or since I have to sew a new bag for it, maybe I will just sew an entirely new cover for the device itself. Which is a lot of work for something so pricey.

Very comfortable! Adjustable and easy to carry along on your flight with case!

Unfortunately, this just wasn’t comfortable for me. I tried it out on a 6-hour flight and felt uncomfortable the entire time. I experimented with every configuration—both sides, full face wrap, no face wrap, half wrap—you name it. I even logged onto the in-flight WiFi to search for tips and watched YouTube videos of people using it, hoping I was just missing something. But no matter what I tried, I couldn’t find the comfort that so many others seemed to experience. Honestly, it was less comfortable than just leaning against the window with my head on my arm—which, as a long-distance backpacker, isn't ideal. I'm used to being uncomfortable and I expected this pillow to be an upgrade, but it wasn’t. My neck didn’t feel supported, the internal brace kept sliding off my narrow shoulders, and I had to tighten the wrap so much that it became uncomfortable on the opposite side. It just didn’t work for me. That said, there were a few positives: the pillow fabric was soft, the included carrying bag was cute and practical, and it was super lightweight with a nice vivid red color. I really wanted to love this, but I’ll be returning it once I’m back from this trip.

I’ve tried nearly every travel pillow on the market, and the **Trtl Pillow** is the first one that actually *works* the way it claims. The moment I wrapped it around my neck, I understood the hype. It’s not a fluffy “pillow” — it’s a structured, ergonomic support system that keeps your head from bobbing around while still feeling soft and cushioned. **What I Loved:** **✔️ Incredible neck support (and it actually works)** The internal support frame felt strange at first, but once I tucked it under my jaw, it kept my head perfectly stable. No more jerking awake mid-flight, and zero neck stiffness when I landed. **✔️ Soft, cozy, scarf-like design** It’s warm and comfortable without making you sweaty. The fleece material feels great even on long flights. **✔️ Lightweight & super packable** It hardly takes up any space. I clip it to my backpack and forget it’s there. Much easier than lugging around a bulky U-shaped pillow. **✔️ Machine washable** This is huge. After a long international flight, being able to toss the cover in the wash gives me peace of mind. **✔️ Great for planes, cars, and trains** I even used it sitting upright in a car and on a high-speed train — still supportive and comfortable. **Things to Know:** • It can feel snug at first. It’s more of a structured wrap than a pillow, so it takes a few minutes to get used to the fit. • Best for side-leaning sleepers. If you’re someone who sleeps perfectly upright, you may need to adjust the position a bit to find your sweet spot. **Bottom Line:** The Trtl Pillow is easily the best travel pillow I’ve owned. If you struggle to sleep on planes or always wake up with a sore neck, this is absolutely worth it. Lightweight, supportive, and genuinely comfortable — it’s staying in my carry-on permanently.