Are Pillowtop Mattresses Good for Side Sleepers?

They can be, because extra surface cushioning may help the shoulder and hip settle more comfortably. But “pillowtop” does not guarantee a soft mattress.

Check the firmness of the entire mattress, the material inside the pillowtop and your body weight. A firm support core with a modest pillowtop can still feel substantially firmer than a plush mattress.

Continue with our side-sleeper firmness guide.