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Welcome to Skimm Tested, a series where we put viral products to the test and give you our honest, unfiltered reviews.
What I Tested...
Trtl’s travel pillow ($59.99)
Why I Tested...
How I Tested...
I brought my Trtl pillow along for all of my travels via planes, trains, and cars over the course of six weeks.
Test Results...
Comfortable. As far as neck pillows go, this one is by far the comfiest I’ve tried (and I’ve bought a lot at airport gift shops). The hypoallergenic fabric is super soft, but not itchy. It wraps around your neck like a scarf, but it doesn’t restrict breathing. I kept it on while watching TV or reading solely because of how supportive it is.
Support. I felt more support from the Trtl pillow than other ones I’ve used. It kept my head stable so it didn’t bob as I drifted off to sleep. I woke up without feeling any neck pain or stiffness. Honestly, the plastic insert felt a little flimsy, like it couldn’t hold my head up for longer periods of time, however, its internal support system is scientifically proven to ensure better head and neck alignment, so I really just needed to trust the process.
Compact nature. One of my favorite things is how compact it is. The Trtl pillow is about half the size of a traditional travel pillow. It comes with its own little bag so you can fold it up and stow it away. I was able to put it in my carry-on without it taking up extra space. I loved not having to clip a big pillow to the outside of my backpack.
Easy to care for. The Trtl pillow is machine-washable, which I was extremely grateful for after spilling food on it. All you have to do is remove the plastic insert and throw it in with your other laundry. Easy-peasy.
Sidenotes...
Packaging. The pillow arrived in a branded box, complete with a personal note from the Trtl team (so thoughtful), a diagram of how to use the pillow, and a QR code to scan if I needed further assistance.
Bundles. They offer several bundles, which include a combo of bamboo socks, a travel blanket, a passport cover, and a sleeping mask.
Discounted pillows. If you buy a pack of two you’ll get 20% off, and 30% off for buying a pack of three.
The Fine Details...
Trtl travel pillow ($59.99)
Available in four colors: gray, black, red, and coral.
100-day money-back guarantee.
Free shipping.
You can shop the Trtl travel pillow, along with other travel essentials, at trtltravel.com.
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