Simba Body Pillow Review UK | 2025

The Simba Body Pillow is more than just a cosy companion.

This full-length design offers targeted support for different sleepers, whether that’s easing pregnancy discomfort, improving spinal alignment, or helping with cooling during the night. 😴

Let’s take a look at who it’s best suited for.

Benefits of the Simba Body Pillow for side sleepers

Side sleeping is one of the healthiest positions, but it can still lead to pressure build-up around the hips, shoulders, and knees - especially without the right support.

The Simba Body Pillow provides a soft buffer between key joints, promoting better spinal alignment and reducing pressure-related aches.

Hugging a long pillow like this one helps keep the body in a neutral posture, which can be especially helpful for those with lower back pain.

There’s also a psychological benefit ^[1] - research suggests that hugging a pillow or soft object at night can have a calming, sleep-promoting effect. 🤗

That makes the Simba Cooling Body Pillow ideal for side sleepers who need that extra layer of support and comfort.

Benefits of the Simba Cooling Body Pillow for pregnant women

Pregnancy can make sleep more uncomfortable, particularly in the second and third trimester.

Side sleeping is usually the most recommended position ^[2], but it doesn’t always come naturally, especially if someone is used to lying on their back or front.

The Simba Body Pillow gently curves around the pregnancy bump, easing pressure on the back, hips, and knees while promoting healthier spinal posture.

Its cool-touch fabric is a bonus for those struggling with overheating during pregnancy ^[3]. 🌡️

During our test, one pregnant volunteer said the pillow helped her feel supported and cooler at night.

That said, it may not suit everyone.

Some more petite users felt the pillow was a bit too bulky to comfortably wedge under the bump.

And unlike U-shaped pillows, this one doesn’t offer back support while side sleeping - those after full-body pregnancy support might prefer a U-shaped alternative, like the Kally Sleep Pregnancy Pillow.

Benefits for back sleepers and leg support

Though body pillows are traditionally associated with side sleeping, they can be handy for back sleepers too.

Placing the Simba Body Pillow under the knees can help elevate the legs, easing lower back tension ^[4] and improving circulation.

This position is particularly helpful for those with swollen legs or chronic back pain.

That said, the full-length design isn’t the most compact - for regular leg elevation, a dedicated wedge pillow or knee pillow might be more practical.

Still, the Simba Body Pillow holds its own as a multi-functional support option.

Benefits for people prone to overheating

If overheating is interfering with sleep, the Simba Body Pillow could help.

The cool-to-the-touch cover makes it one of the best body pillows for hot sleepers, particularly those navigating hot flushes or menopause symptoms.

It doesn't trap heat like traditional cushions and feels fresher throughout the night. ❄️

We wouldn’t call it icy cold, but it does stay pleasantly cool even after hours of use - a welcome feature for anyone looking for a body pillow that stays cool.

Benefits of the Simba Body Pillow for nursing mothers

The Simba Body Pillow also makes a great backrest for lounging, whether on the bed or sofa.

It can provide arm support while feeding a baby, making it a helpful addition for nursing mothers.

Simba themselves recommend it for this purpose, although some customer reviews mention that the bulky size made it difficult to manoeuvre during feeds.

Still, for relaxing upright or cradling during bottle feeds, it’s a nice option to have on hand. 🤱

The Simba Cooling Body Pillow UK is designed to offer full-body comfort, with a soft curve and breathable materials to support better sleep.

The outer and inner layers work together to promote airflow and reduce overheating, which is ideal for warm sleepers.

Key features include:

• A removable Stratos cool-touch cover, crafted from 100% cotton and designed to stay fresh all night
• Machine washable at 40°C for easy care.
• An inner casing made from 100% cotton for added breathability.
• A core filled with Simba Renew Bio fibre, made from recycled PET bottles

Simba also partners with the Better Cotton Initiative ^[5] (BCI) to support more responsible cotton farming.

Thanks to its cooling materials and thoughtful design, this temperature-regulating body pillow is ideal for anyone looking to sleep cooler and more sustainably.

The Simba Body Pillow incorporates a couple of features for better temperature regulation, including the Stratos cool-touch cover, which absorbs and expels excess heat.

There’s also good news if you’re looking for a more breathable body pillow for better sleep, since the soft and airy Simba Renew Bio ensures constant airflow and prevents warm air from building up.

While our testers found the pillow stayed cool to the touch all night, this might not be the case for everyone. ❄️

Some customer Simba Pillow reviews suggest this huggable pillow doesn’t stay particularly cool for very hot sleepers, especially during warmer summer nights.

Simba offers fast and free delivery for its body pillow - order before 2pm, and you'll even benefit from free next-day delivery. 🚚

For orders made after 2pm, delivery will take place within 2 working days.

Beyond the speed and cost-saving benefits, we love Simba's dedication to carbon neutrality.

The company actively offsets emissions from its product deliveries through investments in reforestation and biodiversity projects in the UK, Brazil, and Peru.