Zpacks Comfy Camp Pillow Review First Look

I’m starting to look at all the new gear for this year and up first is the Zpacks Comfy Camp Pillow (get it) Review. This is the first look. I bought this pillow late last year when Zpacks’ annual holiday sale. For awhile, I’ve wanted to find a replacement for inflatable pillows. While I like my Nemo Fillo Elite, I’ve wanted to something a little less airy and thick. The Zpacks pillow seemed like it might be a good fit.

What is the Zpacks Comfy Camp Pillow?

The Zpacks Comfy Camp Pillow is a 2.3-ounce (65 grams) lightweight pillow that features a fleece cover on one side. It’s stuffed with lightweight insulation and has a zipper so you can add more.

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On the bottom, there’s an elastic band that allows you to attach a puffy jacket or vest to increase loft. There’s also a shock cord that secures the pillow to your pad. It’s available in multiple colors, and the claimed dimensions are 12″ x 9.5″ x 3″.

Note: my pillow weighs less that the claimed weight of 3.2 ounces (92 g) listed on Zpacks website. I’m not sure why mine is almost a full ounce lighter — maybe it was under-stuffed.

First Look

In general, I like a thinner pillow, but I also have a hard time finding one that works for me. I probably went through seven or eight different pillows at home before finding one that finally worked, and it turned out to be a pillow from IKEA that cost less than $10.

When I saw this option, I figured it was worth a try.

Having tried this out at home both on my bed and briefly on an air mattress, I’m impressed. It’s comfortable for me, especially when a sleeping bag’s hood is on the top of the pillow. That provides about the right amount of height and support for what works for me.

I’m looking forward to putting this pillow to use on camping trips this year.