trtl Pillow - Scientifically Proven Super Soft Neck Support Travel Pillow - Machine Washable - Black

I bought this back in Dec 2018 (it was only $30 then!) and am amazed at how versatile and sturdy it is. If I’m not using it as a neck pillow/wrap it actually works nicely as little lumbar support in the plane! I just turn it sideways with the curve to fit my low back and it helps when sitting. I don’t know if that is something anyone else has done but I do that all the time. It’s easy to transport and the fabric is very soft. I bring this on every flight and after so many years it’s still working great!

I bought two of these - one for me (F over 45 and my daughter 15) we were taking coach seats to Europe - first leg to Europe was 7.5 hours overnight and the first leg back to the States was 9 hours during the day. I had considered buying neck pillows which we have used in the past but I didn't want to carry around something so bulky so I thought this would be a better solution.1 - the polar fleece type material is very soft and held up after two washes (once before I left and once when I got home) as well as being packed (squished in a carry-on) multiple times and used 4 times so far.2 - my daughter refused to use hers because she found the concept too confusing - but honestly falling asleep for her is not a problem - she put a blanket from the plane around her neck and slept that way (which is basically the idea of this Trtl Pillow)3 - I had no problem putting it on - although it was a bit awkward in such a small space (coach) to get it on properly without kind of bumping the people next to me - but I had an aisle seat so it wasn't a big deal4 - it definitely works - I slept well...UNTIL I needed to change the position of it - then that sort of broke up my sleep as I had to be awake enough to move it to the other side5- I used it on both my left and right side as well as right under my chin - they all worked fine for me6- I will bring it with me the next time I travel7 - I had read in other reviews that the removable hard plastic piece that keeps your neck straight easily breaks...I feel like it's pretty sturdy and when I first got mine I actually thought the piece was broken until I took it out to wash the wrap/material and then I realized it's made in such a way to allow the plastic to move a bit8- I'm going to give my sister the one I bought for my daughter and see what she thinks - she travels around the world 2-3 times a year.9 - I feel like a neck pillow is easier to use and if you get one that isn't squishy probably works the same - but a neck pillow is definitely much bulkier10 - Bottom line - it's easily packable, easily washable and worked for me but I would have done better to practice using it at home before getting on the plane.

Round trip Seattle to Europe. Worked great. Held my head upright. The loop and catch type closure was easy to use. I found the scarf fine it was not to tight for me. It packed easily in my backpack carryon. I plan to carry with me on car trips too. I sleep in my car often.

I wanted to love the Trtl Travel Pillow. really, I did. The promise of a scientifically engineered, ultra-supportive neck brace (sorry, “pillow”) that would finally allow me to sleep on a plane without waking up feeling like I lost a fight with the overhead bin was too good to pass up.Unfortunately, after several flights of dedicated testing, I can confidently say this: if you enjoy the sensation of being in a very mild, travel-sized guillotine, this is the product for you.The “Support” DilemmaThe concept is clever. You wrap it around your neck, lean into the hidden support, and drift off into blissful, ergonomic slumber. The reality? The only way this thing provides any meaningful support is if you cinch it so tightly that you start questioning your blood flow situation. At optimal “support” level, I found myself teetering between “mildly uncomfortable” and “Is this what a giraffe feels like in a turtleneck?”If you loosen it even slightly, it becomes a $60 piece of fabric wrapped around your neck for no reason at all. And if you tighten it enough to actually hold your head up, congratulations! You now have a built-in pulse-checking device because your body will let you know very quickly when your carotid artery has had enough.In-Flight PerformanceMy hope was to finally achieve that elusive, graceful plane nap. Instead, I spent most of my flight adjusting, readjusting, and questioning my life choices as my seat neighbor side-eyed my increasingly desperate attempts to make it work. The “lean and sleep” motion they advertise? More like “lean, start losing feeling in your jaw, panic, readjust, repeat.”The VerdictFor those with an iron will, a tolerance for slight oxygen deprivation, and perhaps a slimmer neck than mine, this might work. For the rest of us? Save your money and go back to the classic awkward head-tilt-against-the-window method or invest in a real neck pillow. Or better yet, just accept that air travel is inherently uncomfortable and move on.Final Rating: 2/5 Stars – Points for innovation, deducted for it being a personal tourniquet for the worst possible location

I recently tried this travel pillow during a long flight after seeing several recommendations for it. After using it on three flights, each over four hours long, my experience has been mixed. The design is compact and lightweight, making it easy to pack in a carry-on without taking up much space. I liked the soft fleece material—it felt cozy. Once I figured out the right positioning, it gave decent neck support and kept my head upright.That said, it took me a few tries to position it correctly. At first, it felt awkward, and if it wasn’t wrapped tightly enough, the support tended to slip out of place. Over time, I also noticed the pillow pressing uncomfortably against my jaw and chin. What really stood out for me, though, was how hot it made me feel, even on a cold airplane. While I think the design could work well for some people depending on their anatomy, the heat and overall discomfort during long use made it less ideal for me.