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A pillow that’s meant for side sleepers, back sleepers and those who suffer from joint injuries sounds almost too good to be true but the Sidney Sleep Bamboo Curve pillow claims to be all that and more. But is it really? You know it – we put it through all our tests to find out if it really is all that it’s hyped up to be.
Sidney Sleep Bamboo Curve Pillow Review and Performance Test Results
Pros
- Curved to ensure proper neck and body alignment
- Contouring yet supportive
- Adjustable loft
- Extra bag of fill is included
- Machine washable cover
Cons
- May be too soft for some stomach sleepers
- Off-gassing upon unboxing
Our experience with Sidney Sleep Bamboo Curve Pillow
I’ll go straight to the point – I like it. A lot.
The Sidney Sleep Bamboo Curve pillow totally delivered when it came to comfort, build and quality.
Made from a blend of CertiPUR-US certified memory foam and polyester fiber, the Sidney Sleep Bamboo Curve pillow offers both contouring comfort and responsive support.
But what about memory foam’s dreaded heat retention, you might ask?
Instead of one whole slab of memory foam that’s in most memory foam pillows, the Sidney Sleep Bamboo Curve pillow contains shredded memory foam that allows air to flow which helps do away with heat retention.
Not only that but the pillow fill also consists of polyester fibers which are pretty breathable. And the icing on the cake – a soft and cool to the touch bamboo pillow cover.
But like most things in life, the Sidney Sleep Bamboo Curve pillow is not quite perfect. The zipper pull of the pillow cover feels cheap and gets stuck at times so Sidney Sleep, if you’re reading this – maybe you guys should look into that.
Construction and Build Quality Test
We rate the build quality of the Sidney Sleep Bamboo Curve pillow an 8 out of 10.
We like the Bamboo Curve pillow’s ultimate pillow fill combo of shredded memory foam and polyester fibers.
We like its breathable bamboo pillow cover.
And most especially, we like its smooth, curved design that offers proper spinal alignment especially for side sleepers.
You can also customize the Bamboo Curve pillow’s loft depending on your preferred sleeping position.
All you need to do is add or take out the pillow fill to get your desired loft.
You get a reusable bag with extra fill with every purchase of the Sidney Sleep Bamboo Curve pillow.
But… BUT.
We had to knock off a couple of points for the removable cover’s zipper.
We won’t beat around the bush here – it looks and feels cheap. Like they skimped on something they thought we wouldn’t notice, something that they probably thought seemed insignificant in the grand scheme of pillow things. But we noticed, and we don’t like it. You, I’m pretty sure, won’t either.
Little tip when putting on its cover, make sure to mind the orientation since the pillow is curved (therefore – naturally – the pillow cover is also curved).
Sidney Sleep also recommends washing the pillow cover before use and leaving the inner casing open for at least 24 hours to let the fill ‘breathe’ to get the new pillow smell out (which is a fancier way of telling you to jumpstart the off-gassing process – don’t worry, off-gassing is pretty common especially when it comes to man-made foam).
In case you’re a forgetful person, your Sidney Sleep Bamboo Curve pillow comes with its own instruction textboo-, I mean, manual. Knock yourself out.
Comfort Test
We rate the Sidney Sleep Bamboo Curve pillow a 10 out of 10 when it comes to comfort.
You really can’t go wrong with memory foam if you’re looking for comfort. True memory foam is contouring, giving you the cradled-in feel which relieves pressure of your head, neck and shoulders.
The curved design of the Bamboo Curve pillow makes it the perfect (yes, perfect) pillow for those who prefer to sleep on their sides as well as those who have suffered a shoulder or neck injury.
It’s true.
Classic memory foam does have a bit of sinkage but the addition of polyester fiber in the pillow fill of the Bamboo Curve pillow helps counteract that by providing more responsive support.
That said though, heavier-set stomach sleepers may not get the support that they would need for proper spinal alignment on the Sidney Sleep Bamboo Curve pillow – they’d find themselves sinking in a little too much.
Temperature Regulation Test
True memory foam is not cooling. This is a fact.
And although most mattress brands use proprietary memory foam that has been infused with cooling materials in their mattresses, not many do when it comes to pillows.
The workaround?
Adding materials such as polyester fiber (which does not retain heat) and a pillow cover made from breathable and cool to the touch bamboo rayon.
By no means whatsoever is the Sidney Sleep Bamboo Curve pillow may be called an actively cooling pillow but it also did not retain any heat like a regular memory foam pillow would.
Sizes
The Sidney Sleep Bamboo Curve pillow comes in two standard US/North American pillow sizes.
- Queen
- King
Financing
Sidney Sleep offers financing for all of their products through ShopPay.
Shipping
Sidney Sleep does not offer free shipping for any of their products.
Trial Period
Sidney Sleep does not offer a trial period per se but they do have a 100-day return policy (see below).
Return Policy
Sidney Sleep offers a 100-day return policy for their Bamboo Curve pillow which means you can return the pillow at any time within the 100-day period free of charge.
They recommend that you try out the pillow for at least 2-4 weeks for you to get accustomed to its feel and firmness before making a decision.
If you do decide to return the Bamboo Curve pillow, make sure that it is in an unused or like-new condition. Pillows with stains, tears, rips or tags removed will not be accepted. You must also be able to provide the original receipt.
To initiate a return, email Sidney Sleep customer service at hello@sidneysleep.com.
Refunds will be processed once the item has been confirmed received by Sidney Sleep.
Warranty
Sidney Sleep offers a 5 year warranty for their Bamboo Curve pillow.
Evolution of the Sidney Sleep Pillow and Previous Versions
The Sidney Sleep Bamboo Curve pillow is the first of its kind and has not undergone any previous iterations although it does also come in a mini version.
About Sidney Sleep
Based in Canada, Sidney Sleep is a bedding company that offers pillows, pillowcases and other sleep accessories.
One of the many few pillow companies that offer breathable bamboo linen, Sidney Sleep also offers innovative products that may be beneficial to particular sleeper types as well as those who suffer from minor injuries.
Contact Sidney Sleep Customer Service
You can contact Sidney Sleep through the information page on their official website or via email.
- Email – hello@sidneysleep.com
Similar Pillows to consider
If you feel like the Sidney Sleep Bamboo Curve pillow isn’t really your cup of tea, you might want to check out these other alternatives.
Yana Side Sleeper Pillow
Like the Sidney Sleep Bamboo Curve pillow, the Yana Side Sleeper Dream pillow features a shredded memory foam pillow fill. The difference? It’s made of cooling gel-infused memory foam, making it a good choice for those who sleep extremely hot.
Another difference is that the Yana pillow is more of a body pillow whereas the Sidney Sleep Bamboo Curve pillow has more of a traditional build.
Nuzzle
Want something a bit more high tech? Check out the Nuzzle pillow.
Unlike the Sidney Sleep Bamboo Curve’s shredded memory foam fill, the Nuzzle pillow contains thousands of nano coil fibers, providing more responsive support rather than memory foam’s cradled-in feel.
Like the Bamboo Curve pillow though, the Nuzzle pillow is also adjustable, allowing you to customize the pillow’s loft according to your usual sleeping position.
Medcline Shoulder Relief System
If you’re suffering from chronic shoulder pain, check out the Medcline Shoulder Relief System.
Actually deemed a medical device, the Medcline Shoulder Relief System features 3 separate components that work together to relieve pressure and take weight off your shoulders making it the perfect pillow for those who have suffered shoulder injuries.
Like the Sidney Sleep Bamboo Curve pillow, the Medcline pillow is made up of CertiPUR-US certified memory foam although unlike the Bamboo Curve pillow, the Medcline pillow features slabs of memory foam as well as polyester fill.
Additional Resources: Learn More About Sidney Sleep
Where to buy the Sidney Sleep Pillow
You can purchase the Sidney Sleep Bamboo Curve pillow on their official website.
You can also purchase the Bamboo Curve pillow through Amazon.
Conclusion
Although most sleeper types can use the Sidney Sleep Bamboo Curve pillow and get adequate pressure relief and support, it suits those who sleep on their sides the best.
Made from a blend of memory foam and polyester fiber, the Bamboo Curve pillow provides contouring comfort that helps relieve both pain and pressure.
How We Rate Pillows
There are many different types of pillows. In general, we rate pillows by 6 standards:
- Firmness and Support
- Loft & Adjustability
- Hypoallergenic
- Hygiene
- Comfort
- Structural integrity & Durability
View our full rating process for pillows.
Michelline loves nothing more than a cozy bed, with a stack of books at her side. She loves getting lost when she travels, can bake an entire British afternoon tea from scratch, is obsessed with all things analogue and does calligraphy on the side. She currently suffers from mild insomnia and is more than happy to be your guinea pig, so you won’t have to go through all the trouble of finding out what works best for you.
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