Malouf Z Natural Talalay Latex Zoned Pillow Review

Our Rating: 3/5 (See: How Leaf Score is calculated)

Product Highlights

• Made with regularly spaced holes to enhance breathability and air circulation
• Low 4.5 – 5 inch loft option ideal for stomach sleepers or smaller side or back sleepers
• High 6 – 7 inch loft option is preferable for side sleepers or for people who prefer a thicker pillow

Overview

Malouf’s Natural Talalay Latex Zoned Pillows (View Price on Amazon) offer excellent support and comfort with a low 4.5 – 5 inch loft option ideal for stomach sleepers or smaller side or back sleepers. The high loft option is 6 – 7 inches high and is preferable for side sleepers or for people who prefer a thicker pillow.

These pillows carry a 5-year US warranty and are made with regularly spaced holes to enhance breathability and air circulation. Their zoning technology means that larger holes in the center of the pillow help cradle the head, while smaller holes at the edge take pressure off the neck.

Malouf’s Natural Talalay Latex Zoned Pillows are offered in a variety of sizes, lofts, and firmness levels:

Queen, Low Loft, Firm (View Price on Amazon)

Queen, High Loft, Firm (View Price on Amazon)

Queen, Low Loft, Plush (View Price on Amazon)

Queen, High Loft, Plush (View Price on Amazon)

King, Low Loft, Firm (View Price on Amazon)

King, High Loft, Firm (View Price on Amazon)

King, Low Loft, Plush (View Price on Amazon)

King, High Loft, Plush (View Price on Amazon)

The pillows measure as follows:

High loft

King – 16” x 35”, 7” (2 lbs)

Queen – 16” x 29”. 7” (2 lbs)

Low loft

King – 16” x 35”, 4.5” (2 lbs)

Queen – 16” x 29”. 4.5” (2 lbs)

Medium loft

King – 16” x 35”, 6” (2 lbs)

Queen – 16” x 29”. 6” (2 lbs)

One major downside of Malouf’s pillows is their use of conventional cotton cases. Conventional cotton is one of the most resource hungry and toxic crops, so the company would be wise to switch to organic cotton if they’re genuinely interested in the environment and human health. This company has, however, created a charitable organization, The Malouf Foundation, that donates bedding to shelters, safe homes, foster care families, community events and elsewhere. 

Malouf vs. Rawganique, Savvy Rest, and Avocado

Malouf’s Natural Talalay Zoned Latex Pillow is a good option for a Talalay soft latex pillow that offers extra neck support. It may be better than other soft Talalay pillows for combination sleepers, back and side sleepers. However, Malouf do not have the same level of eco-credentials as Savvy Rest, Organic Textiles, Rawganique, or Avocado and still use conventional cotton cases in addition to producing other sleep products made with toxic chemicals.

CocoMat also offer pillows with excellent neck support and sound eco-credentials, including heavy duty, central seam and linear pocket models featuring down and feathers that may be the ideal match for folks who have struggled to find their perfect pillow over the years.

Organic Textiles Natural Talalay Latex Pillows are also extra soft, while Rawganique Shredded Latex Pillow (View Price on Rawganique) or Savvy Rest’s Talalay Latex Pillow (View Price on Savvy Rest) are good options for stomach sleepers or smaller back sleepers as these are filled with shreds, which allows you to remove stuffing to customize the pillow height. Avocado’s Green Pillow (filled with kapok and latex shreds) is another excellent option if you want a customizable latex pillow with a little extra softness from a company with serious eco-cred (View Price on Avocado).