I tested neck pillows – the £10 winner is perfect for sleeping on summer holiday flights
THERE'S nothing worse than waking up on a long journey with a sore neck because you fell asleep awkwardly.
The best travel pillows are designed to make everything from long-haul flights to train journeys more comfortable.
They come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, but the best ones should support your neck 360 degrees around to prevent over-stretching the muscles on either side.
The prices can differ massively, too, but our research found you don't need to spend a fortune on the right one.
Lynsey Hope tested a range of budget-friendly pillows on various journeys to see which was the most comfortable.
Here's what she thought.
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Go Neck pillow
- £69,
This pillow was elegant looking with an ergonomic design that wraps around the neck, reaching right up to the middle of the ears.
I initially thought it sat a bit high up, but when you rest back it is comfy.
The back sits flat against the seat behind so you're not forced to sit slightly forward, which was the case with many, if not all, of the others.
The wraparound design also has a hidden chin pouch to stabilise the head.
The memory foam is soft and comfy and it all folds down into a convenient carry case.
Amazing if you can afford to spend nearly £70 on a travel pillow, but I thought this was pretty pricey.
- Comfort: 8/10
- Value: 5/10
- Overall score: 7/10
Go Travel 2 Memory Dreamer Pillow
- £19.99,
I picked this up on offer at Dunelm for less than a fiver, and I have to say, I was impressed with how comfy it was for the price.
It supported my head and neck pretty well.
But, it wasn't as soft as some others - in fact, it felt quite firm.
For this price, though, you can't really complain. They come in a lovely range of colours, too, which the kids loved.
For a tenner, this pillow was my absolute favourite.
I used it on a three hour flight and it made all the difference.
It's made with memory foam and is soft but supportive, you really can't go wrong.
I fell asleep and did not have a stiff neck when I woke up.
It's washable too, which is a real plus after using it on a busy flight and dragging it round an airport.
It's a shame it doesn't squidge down a bit more for transportation, but otherwise, it's a great choice.
- Comfort: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
- Overall score: 10/10
Life Hall Travel Pillow
- £9.99,
This memory foam pillow has a unique, curved u-shape design and helps keep your neck steady while travelling.
It did stop my head slipping about, but the material wasn't as soft as others and I didn't find it very relaxing.
The adjustable straps allowed you to fidget about with it a bit to get it in the right position.
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The cover is machine washable. It does the job, but it wasn't my favourite.
- Comfort: 6/10
- Value: 6/10
- Overall score: 6/10
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