Dunlopillo Therapillo

Not a medium profile, uncomfortable hard high pillow – Had several medium profile latex Dunlopillo’s over many years, but decided to get a memory foam medium pillow this time. It’s awful, and like sleeping on a high profile one. Got it home and immediately realised it was way too high and double the height of the latex pillows even though it’s a medium. Couldn’t return as Myer don’t do returns on… Read more

pillows even if not opened, so I decided to give it a go but it gave me awful neck aches due to the height. I think it must be the wrong height pillow put in a ‘medium’ pillow bag/package it’s actually that high and hard like a rock. Also smells bad. Myer would not let me return and refused to check the height was correct. Will be buying a different brand that has a “money back if not satisfied” guarantee from an online retailer next time so I can have some comfort guarantee!

Cooling gel? More like heating gel – I want to add to what seems to be a strange minority of reviews online about this pillow. If you are a hot sleeper (which is probably why you're considering it), this pillow is significantly worse than whatever $5 Kmart pillow you're using now. The gel layer takes a solid 5-10 minutes to be your (hot) body temperature, and is very good at… Read more

retaining this heat. You will be hotter, sweatier and more uncomfortable than any night before - and have taken a solid hit to your wallet.

Do not purchase this pillow.

Awful – I really hate this pillow. I'd used another gel top pillow for a while and was really happy with it, but after it was discontinued I needed to find myself another brand. I wasn't happy with this from the beginning, when I opened it the smell was just overwhelming (smelled just like mold) and the instructions said to let it air for a while but… Read more

after almost a month the smell was still there. The cooling effect was basically non existent, and now after just over 6 months the pillow is collapsing and causing me a huge amount of neck and upper back pain, and im getting constant headaches from the poor sleep posture. I paid full price for this pillow too, which is really annoying.

Perfect - just get past the first few days – Just purchased replacement of this pillow after original became what I thought was a little old for a pillow. The new pillow has reminded me of the nuances I faced with the original; 1. Its firmer, and the first few nights I tossed and turned and wanted to go back to an older pillow I was used to. 2. The smell is awful. It needs a little… Read more

bit of time outside in the sun before being enclosed in pillowcases.

Once you get past the first few nights, this pillow is amazing. Mine now travels with me wherever I can. It offered an improvement in my neck and shoulder pain and gave me a greater quality of sleep as I wasn't waking to adjust my pillow.

The pillow does not cause you to feel hot during the night wanting you to flip it.

Bonus - my husband decided he would try my old one (each to their own) and he has noticed an improvement in his shoulder pain which he and his physio could not attribute to a specific cause- until now!

Hoping to get used to it, but so far so bad! – So I decided to replace my pancake style pillows because of regular lower back pain and trying to eliminate the cause. After lots of research I looked for a pillow that may help me receive the correct posture for my back and neck and eliminate my back issue. That lead me to this pillow. After just 1 night of usage I woke up with the most horrible… Read more

neck pain that forced me to see a Chiropractor 4 days later. The annoying factor is I find the pillow pretty comfortable and sleep very well on it but after a week of usage now, my neck issues still remain although the pain has seem to alleviate slightly. After spending over $100 on the pillow I feel the need to persist. Mainly because for the last 4 years I have been using very flat and soft pillows that maybe my body has just received a shock to the system! I will give it 1 more week and if it fails to improve then along with the Chiro and the remedial massage to follow this will be 1 expensive pillow experiment!

Best pillow ever! Highly recommended – I have had back pain for most of my life, especially when waking up in the morning. I hadn't been able to sleep with a pillow for a long time as it would cause my back even more pain, so I went in search of the best pillow to hopefully alleviate the pain. I came across the Therapillo about 4 years ago, and bought myself the low profile pillow… Read more ·  2

(because I am of small stature). The day after having used it, my back felt 100% better and I had a full night's rest. I then went out and bought my partner the medium profile pillow but he found that although it was good, it was a bit to high for him so I purchased another low profile pillow for him, and he can't sleep on any other pillow. His back has also improved from using this pillow. I have since bought about 5 more of these pillows (once when I went interstate and couldn't do without it), and have given them away. Everyone I have gifted the pillow to has loved it! I think the main thing to be aware of, is that you need to choose the right size pillow. If you are of medium or small build, I think the low profile is better, but if you are of medium build and like a higher pillow, the medium profile would be great, because unlike other pillows, these pillows retain their loftiness. The pillow did smell initially, but for the comfort, it was well worth putting up with the smell for a week or so. Extremely comfortable, excellent quality The initial smell, but this isn't a big issue in my opinion.

Sweet Dreams! – Before investing in this pillow I would ALWAYS wake up with neck and back pain. Since buying this pillow, I wake up totally pain-free and feel totally refreshed. I never knew the importance of having a good quality pillow until I bought this one. This is an absolutely brilliant pillow in every way. Show details

Like resting your head on a cloud – The memory foam is amazing, I’m 85KG and this high profile dunlopillo is worth the money. Got it for 120 but would pay 200. Suggest having a cover for longevity Show details

Best pillow ever – I take this pillow everywhere I go. I'm a back sleeper, though also sleep in my side a bit. I tried the medium profile pillow for when I sleep on my side but it was too high for me and gave me a sore neck. Lasts for years. I'm on my second one. I bought the last ones on sale for about $100. Show details

The jawbreaker – Pros -Good height for tummy sleepers. Cons -Smells terrible -Woke up on second night of sleeping on it with a very saw and stiff jaw as the pillow is quite firm. -Unable to return to store so a waste of $108. Show details

Therapillow Memory Foam - Medium - this pillow is now smaller and lighter than the same brand/type that I already have – Very disappointed to find this pillow is noticeably smaller in size and lighter than the pillow (same brand & type) which I have had for a few years. It doesn't even fill up the pillowcase whereas the old one is a tight fit. I am going to return it.  Show details

Simply doesn’t work – As someone who has always slept hot, this product seemed like would be worth the premium to finally have a comfortable sleep. Unfortunately that is not the case, the gel itself will heat up in less than 5 minutes making it actually worse than a regular pillow. I’ve persisted for months to see if I would get used to the pillow to no avail. Would not recommend at all - you’re better off going with something made from a more breathable material.

Works for me no more neck pain – My chiropractor said I should spend the weekend to buy another pillow and said buy memory foam. I had a good quality latex before but profile was too high... I have been getting heaps of tension headaches and sore neck over the past months... this pillow really works for me. My partner thought the profile would be too low but I went on recommendation of the manufacturer... so far I’m loving it. My sore neck and tension heads are gone Show details

Waste of money – I bought the pillow yesterday $160 because of the low profile and recommended for tummy sleepers. I tried the example in the shop for a few minuits and it was ok. However after about 30 minuits in bed my ears started to ache. I tried moving around but ended up with two aching ears. I wish I had red the reviews for this pillow as the shop will not refund. Don't buy this pillow unless you have tried it for a night. Horrible. Show details

Perfect pillow, the best memory foam I have ever purchased – I bought this pillow for my husband who's been suffering from back pain every morning he wakes up. He's been using it for a week now and loving it. It is soft and also very supportive. He now doesn't wake up with back pain anymore which is amazing. I also let my mum tried it and she loves it, just purchased another one for her too. Show details

The Best Pillow ever – I have owned this pillow for about 1 week now and I am loving it. Previously, I owned several other Dunlopillo Pillow in the last 10 Years and I found this Type of Pillow are the best ever I have owned. I slept really good without any next pain when I wake up in the Morning. It is a bit heavier than the other pillow, but it is very comfortable… Read more

when you put your Head on that pillow.

I can't be happier and would recommend this pillow to everybody.

It is a bit expensive but it worth your Money.

Very harmful smell causing headache, nausea – I loved the feeling and support it provides when I testec in DJ, but later at home realized it was causing me headache, lungs discomfort, dizziness, eyes irritation . ... Had to return it to the store.  Show details

Excellent memory foam pillow! – I have used the Therapillo cooling gel (high profile) for about one month and I love how comfortable and supportive it is. The first few nights were difficult as I have always used softer bouncier latex pillows. The memory foam takes a little getting used to as it molds around you head and neck to provide the ultimate support. Because it molds… Read more

snuggly around the contours of you head it can make it more difficult to move your head left and right. Once you get used to it’s supportive qualities, you can begin to appreciate what it is designed for. I wake up rested and with no aches or pains in my neck which I occasionally had using a latex pillow. The cooling gel is noticible when you first lie down but I am not convinced it will be of much effect on a hot summers night since the gel layer and memory foam are likely to absorb and retain heat. My wife also has the same pillow and is extremely happy with its qualities.

Premium Medium Profile (Red) – I owned two from two years ago. Bought another last month. New pillow is thinner, lighter and less dense feeling and more squishy. Really disappointed. Meyer has raise the price to $175 retail while the manufacturer has ruined the pillow.  Show details

Takes a while to get used to but then can't sleep without – Previously had same brand pillows for approx 7 years and was time to update as got a new mattress, I purchased the high support which were the top of line in the brand with full retail $190 per pillow, do your home work and will find cheaper on sale which did and got for $113 per pillow well with it. Yes there is the rubber small others say,… Read more

suggest put pillows outside to air for couple of days and then I put cotton pillow cases from Kmart $5 which assist with smell, and now perfect. Being a firm pillow your head not sink into pillow and saves sore neck, I think im sleeping better as well. They were expensive but I would recommend.

A great pillow but not so cool – It took a week to get used to a new pillow and now I absolutely love it. The shape and height are comfy. The new smell went away after a week or two. I sleep great now. No readjusting required. The only negative is the cooling gel eventually warms up to body temp and then feels like it holds the warmth. I sleep on the non cooling gel side which works fine.  Show details

Nothing special – Bought it at Harris Scarfe when it was on sale. I had a very high hope since it is $190RRP. I am a small frame at 50kg/160cm but I think it is just right size (definitely not high enough!) for me. If you are a bigger frame, it may not be high enough. It is very very cushy memory foam so it does go down very much down if you put your head on it… Read more

making it 'medium profile'. So if you want high profile, I'd suggest buying a firm high profile pillow.

I found it nothing special in this pillow (didn't cure my insomnia or neck pain) and it's very ordinary cushy memory foam pillow. I have Soren brand memory foam pillow bought from Harris for ~$30 when on sale but honestly couldn't tell the difference in terms of the comfort and quality of memory foam inside.

I don't recommend buying this pillow.

Not low profile – I persevered for two weeks but it made my neck and shoulder pain worse. It was not a low profike as expected. Ordered on,ine expecting it to be significantly lower than medium profile pillows. Was wrong.  Show details

Query about odour – Does the musty odour go away? It is very close to the nose. As the foam is polyurethane, how much residual isocyanate is there? A B C D E F G  Show details

Did not keep me cool but too hot to sleep – The pillow is supportive but for me the cooling gel did not work and I was boiling. In my opinion I had a most unrefreshing night sleep and intend to challenge this claim. Clearly I did not receive what I wanted and will now have to explore all avenues to lodge a complaint. Retail staff need to let customers know how much heat this pillow retains.  Show details

Love it - best pillow I've ever had (2nd best was the Medium Profile) – I used to always sleep with my arm under the pillow, which I don't think is good for the shoulders/neck. I hardly do that anymore. I loved the Therapillo medium profile but decided to try the high profile and I like it even more. It's quite firm and doesn't lose it's shape. I bought mine on special from the website, and it was definitely worth the money, after buying lots of cheap pillows that were useless.  Show details

Sorw neck and waste of money – Absolutely rubbish - very disappointed purchasing this pillow as we both ended up with a sore neck! I am booking ourselves to have our neck sorted ... why the hell did we buy this product!  Show details

Brilliant pillow – I love this pillow. Its only now that I'm writing this review that i realise my neck and back do not bother me as much any more. I sleep like a log. It took a couple of days to adjust but I still slept great. I considered taking it on holiday, as I don't like to be without it, but don't in case I leave it there. I would be devastated to lose it.  Show details

Bye bye snoring husband! – Hubby's snoring has seriously improved, it supported & encouraged him to sleep on his side - I am back to being able to sleep next to him & without any disturbance. There was no smell but it took a few nights to get used to the firmer pillow, I bought one myself as I am a side sleeper & won't ever look back - such a great investment. The quality of my sleep has also improved, I'm finally able to wake up feeling refreshed.

Very Supportive Pillow – Pillows are very personal. I waited until this was half price before buying and didn't really purchase for the gel top cooling properties. I just wanted a decent memory foam pillow that was going to give my neck support while I slept. I used it for a few days and really liked it, although I found the gel top side a little too hard for my liking… Read more

so I slept on the reverse side. Then my son asked if he could try it out - he didn't want to give it back! So, I ended up buying another one. We really like them. The ones I bought both had velour covers which are now old stock. The new ones have a mesh cover which is apparently a lot cooler than the velour. So, if you're reading these reviews and put off because of the negative comments, it's worth noting that Tontine have tried to resolve the issue by replacing the cover. I'm not a hot sleeper so I quite like the soft velour cover.

Waste of money – Very expensive , hard as a rock and unbelievably hot. Feel ripped off . Cant even return it and still need a new pillow. Cant sleep with this one. Could not recommend.

Gets better – I at first thought I'd made a mistake but I gave these pillows time and I now find them so comfortable that I sleep straight through the night. I would say give them a week. A night is inadequate as the structure is so different. And I have not noticed any odour.

Nope, it doesnt work – OK, I wouldn’t normally bother reviewing something I’m not happy with but if I can prevent one person shelling out 160 bucks on a pillow in the hope that it will miraculously keep your head cooler during the night then that can only be a good thing. I deliberated long and hard about purchasing one of these and then went ahead. I was sceptical at… Read more

the time as to how this concept could possibly work and after retiring it after a week I reckon my scepticism was pretty well founded. The pillow itself is very dense, heavy, hard memory foam. I'd go so far as to say that is is probably quite good quality if that is your thing. You would be in real trouble if you ended up on the receiving end of one of these in a pillow fight.

The problem that I was dubious about was the allegedly cooling gel top. It's just a silicone gel encased in plastic cover and laminated to the top of the pillow. The result of this design is that your head rests on a non-porous plastic surface which will (and does) end up hot and sweaty. Sure, its gel filled which will for a little while feel cool, that is at least until it is warmed up by the users body temperature. Once its up to temperature it’s a hot, sweaty AND outrageously expensive mess. The gel pad is basically the same thing as a gel mouse pad.

Granted, I'm a hot sleeper but I would think that would make me part of the target market for this product, as are you if you are considering it. This product does nothing to alleviate my problem and quite frankly, it exacerbates it. Every night I used it I woke in a pool of sweat and the nights in question were not exactly warm.

This is a gimmick, to claim that sleeping on a non-porous plastic surface will cool you is just silly if you think about it. Basically akin to wrapping your pillow in cling film.

Great pillow! – My boyfriend was having headaches due to tension in his neck, so I purchased one of these pillows for each of us. I am a warm sleeper so am constantly turning my pillow around to get to the 'cool side'. These pillows are amazing comfortable and exactly the right height. The cooling pad does exactly what it is advertised to do, which is to keep… Read more

your head from getting too warm while you sleep. My boyfriend's headaches have subsided and my quality of sleep has improved. I've read on other reviews that the pillows had a strong smell, I don't know what they are talking about. There is a slight 'foam' smell when you take them out the bag, but airing them for a few hours did the trick. A great product and well worth the money.

Best pillow ever – I bought the High Profile pillow as it was recommended for a side sleeper and I absolutely love it. My neck and back feel great when sleeping on it, so much so that if I am travelling I have to bring my pillow with me because nothing else compares to it, every other pillow is second rate. The smell does go away pretty fast, anyone who thinks that there wouldn't be any smell after manufacturing a polyurethane product is delusional.