Supportive, soft, and ridiculously packable. The Blackout Travel Pillow delivers real rest, without the extra baggage.
Weight: 2.5oz (72g)
Packed dimensions: 5.5 x 3 x 2in (14 x 8 x 5cm)
Unpacked dimensions: 11 x 15 x 5in (28 × 38 × 13cm)
Materials
- Bamboo liner
- Nylon outer
Middle seats, no leg room, cabin lights that never dim — sleeping on a plane feels impossible. The Blackout Travel Pillow is built to change that. An inflatable baffle design cradles your head and neck for real comfort, while the soft bamboo cover stays cool against your skin. When the trip’s over, it packs down small and disappears into your bag until the next flight.
Baffle design supports head + neck
Packable — inflates in seconds | included storage pouch
Soft, breathable bamboo fabric
Adjustable fit
Quick-inflate valve
Removable + washable cover
Will this keep my head supported while I sleep?
Yes. The Blackout Travel Pillow’s baffle design provides structured, 360° head and neck support to help reduce head drop and improve comfort when sleeping upright. Like any travel pillow, fit and sleeping position matter — but it’s designed to support your head better than traditional foam or U-shaped pillows.
How is this different from a traditional U-shaped neck pillow?
Traditional foam neck pillows are bulky and often push your head forward or force it to one side. The Blackout Travel Pillow features a narrow rear profile that lets your head rest naturally against the seatback, while the inflatable baffle design cradles your head and neck evenly. When you’re done, it packs down dramatically smaller than traditional pillows.
What does the baffle design do?
The baffle design creates structured air chambers that distribute support evenly around your head and neck. Instead of collapsing or pushing your head in one direction, it helps cradle your head in place, reducing strain and improving comfort while resting upright.
How small does it pack down?
When deflated, the Blackout Travel Pillow packs down to just 5.5 × 3 × 2 inches and stores in the included pouch — small enough to disappear into a personal item or carry-on.
How long does it take to inflate?
Inflation takes just a few breaths. The quick-inflate valve allows you to fine-tune firmness easily for your preferred level of support.
Is the fabric comfortable for long flights?
Yes. The removable bamboo fabric cover is soft, breathable, and designed to stay cool against your skin — even during long flights or warm cabins.
Can I adjust the fit?
Yes. A drawstring adjustment lets you customize the fit, so the pillow stays secure around your neck while you rest.
Is the cover removable and washable?
Yes. The bamboo fabric cover is fully removable and machine washable for easy cleaning between trips.
Is this pillow suitable for side sleepers or window sleepers?
The Blackout Travel Pillow is designed primarily for upright rest in airplane seats. That said, the baffle structure provides adaptable support that works well for many side-leaning or window-leaning sleepers.
Does the Blackout Travel Pillow have a warranty?
Yes, the Blackout Travel Pillow is covered under a 1-year warranty against manufacturing defects. Repairs are available both in and out of warranty.
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Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 32 reviews.
I love how easy it is to inflate and deflate the pillow. It is so comfy and secure without the bulk as it is deflated into such a small packable bag. Well thought to be able to clip the bag to the pillow so it won’t get lost! No more bulk but lots of comfort now 👍🏻😁
Already love it. I just got this today and haven’t traveled with it yet, but I already love it. The material is soft and comfortable. It is more compact than anything I’ve ever seen for an inflatable travel pillow. The strings on the front are perfect for tightening it and make it comfortable to sleep. I absolutely cannot wait to travel with it!
sleep on my flight. It’s very comfortable, lightweight, and easy to pack. Highly recommend!
Love that you can inflate & deflate it. I packs so small when not in use and is perfect for one bag travel!
I've spent countless hours on overnight buses, airport floors, and long-haul flights, and sleep is never guaranteed. I like that this pillow packs down small but still gives enough support to actually make resting possible. It takes seconds for it to set up and it's become one of those items I always bring, even if I hope I won't need it.
Very good, way better than any other inflatable. Packs up small and comfortable to use
Blackout Travel Pillow. Used on a couple of flights now. I love the lightness, packability and ease of inflation. In terms of comfort and support, I feel it needs more material at back of neck so there is better contact with seat when I put my head back.
I used this pillow on a recent trip and found it to be very satisfactory. It is incredibly lightweight and fits easily in a carry on and the bag is actually big enough that it is not a problem to stow it after use. It was comfortable and worked well for me. I also liked the drawstring to tighten or loosen as needed.
Great neck pillow. Blows up quick, is super comfortable and packs away tiny.
Design is very good, suitable for using on flights.
compact and sturdy, can't wait to use it on my next trip.
Ultra lightweight, exceptional comfort and multiple use cases besides the obvious... camping, road trips and of course air naps. Great Job, Team!
Very Promising. Looking forward to using this pillow on a trip - so far, I’ve just tested it at home. It is light and compact, easy to inflate and deflate, and the fabric is soft. I’ve tried several other trendy options over the years that were either too bulky for my travel preference or just not comfortable. I was searching for a high quality inflatable one, and I think this will fill the bill quite nicely.
Love the size of it. It's definitely an upgrade from my previous pillow. Still waiting to use it on international trip next month. So far, so good.
Best travel pillow I've tried
Wish I had this thing 30 years ago. I travel for work 3 times a year.I have always avoided this luxury because honestly, I didn’t think it work as advertised. How wrong was I. Wish I had this thing 30 years ago.
Overview of features. PREFACE: This is not a proper review -- I haven't tested this travel pillow on a flight at the time of writing this nor have I used other modern travel pillows to compare against. This is an overview of the product's build quality, feel, and other features that I found hasn't been documented online yet. The Matador Blackout Travel Pillow packed in its carrying case measures around 5.5 x 4 x 2in (sorry, no cm measurements). This differs from Matador's website listing at 5.5 x 3 x 2in. The height could probably be compressed to 1.5 inches or more, if you squeeze all the air out and/or put a rubber band around it. See pictures for measuring tape references and size comparison to an iPhone 13 Pro. After unraveling the pillow out of its carrying case, I noticed some minor manufacturing defects. 1) A snagged/loose threading, and 2) a white dot -- both found on the soft inner lining fabric. I tried to dry wipe the white mark away, but you can still see it faintly. Thankfully, this pillow case is washable, so I'm sure a quick wash could remove it. Strange and somewhat unsatisfied that the product came as is with these faults. I believe the outer shell material is nylon, and the inner soft material is the bamboo blend fabric mentioned on the product's listing. The nylon is a little crinkly but not loud, and the bamboo blend is soft and slightly stretchy. The nylon is noticeably louder when the pillow is fully inflated. The drawstring toggle/cord lock can freely spin around. So even though the drawstrings twist on itself, you can easily twist it back with a little bit of effort. I found the spring lock strong, so no worries about accidentally adjusting the fit. However, you will need either two hands to unlock it or really strong grip strength to one-hand it. The lock snaps back in place fine. The "quick-inflate valve" is also a quick-deflate valve. When the travel pillow was fully inflated, I barely pressed on the valve button and it immediately released air (it's a bit sensitive). Also, if you press down too much, you may accidentally push the valve stopper through the hole. I was able to push it back through with no problem. I bought this instead of the STS Aeros Premium Traveler Pillow or other competition simply because there wasn't enough data about Matador's take on the inflatable travel pillow. Overall, its flexibility in baffle height and firmness gives you full freedom to adjust its comfort to your head/neck posture needs. It's a comfortable pillow, and I do recommend it. Hope this helps!
The best of all worlds. I’ve been searching for the best neck pillow for years. I hate packing then because it’s a one use item. I’ve bought and tried at least 7 types (I even bought a neck brace because it’s compact, but not soft at all) They are either too big, not comfortable, too hot etc. This travel pillow ticks the most boxes. Ease of travel- 10/10. Comfort- 8/10.
Highly recommend…I am waiting for you to restock, so that I can order several more
Top notch quality, 2-3 light blows and it’s fully inflated. Cord helps a lot to tight it and the inner lining is soft which helps a lot with skin comfort. 10/10 pillow
Comfort without the bulk. Easy to inflate. Comfortable. Packs down small. It gives the benefit of a travel pillow without the bulk.
I really love this travel pillow. It is extremely compact and it takes seconds to blow it to size. It supports the head comfortably.An amazing piece of technology.
Super lightweight. Easy to pack. Easy to inflate and uncomfortable to sleepwhile sitting.
I've tried every pillow and gadget known to man for my monthly 6 hour flight to Costa Rica, and this is the best option so far! I fly economy, so I can't even lay back, and this along wtih the facemask has done the trick. As a bonus, its also super small packing!
Great Option. I haven't used it yet within my travels but in trying it on, it's a comfortable fit that is packable. I definitely would recommend and look forward to use when traveling soon.
Perfect travel pillow. Perfect! Tiny when packed, because who really wants to carry a giant travel pillow while travelling around your destination? Good fit, adjustable with more/less air, and washable. Really hits every mark!
The Best. Super comfortable! Really well designed for support. Packability is the best. I quit using a standard horse collar because they were so inconvenient to lug around. This works great. I found it to be a little noisy when I moved around, but figured out how to set it so that I wasn't hearing rubbing and crinkling. Thank you!
Very, very nice. I got this for a gift for my dad. Super comfortable and adjustable to what ever you need. Nice quality.
Better than expected! Love it. I"ve been wanting a neck pillow that could inflate and was smaller to pack and this one is better than expected. I love it!
Nice travel pillow. The travel pillow is great because it folds up so small. It isn't quite as comfortable as something more solid, but it helped me sleep on a long flight.
So Much Better Than Advertised. As a road warrior consultant I am on the constant lookout for minimalist gear that will make life easier. I therefore ordered this neck pillow the first day it was available and I know this will become a constant travel companion. My only negative feedback to Matador is that they actually undersell one of the "secret sauce" differentiators of this pillow--how incredibly soft and pliable it is. It's not just the cover fabric that's soft, but the actual inflatable pillow itself; that's what makes it different from any other inflatable competitor. It's hard to fully appreciate how soft, packable, and minimalist it is without actually holding it in your hand; perhaps a video showing that, and how it is so different from others would be helpful. As far as use, it couldn't be easier. With 2-3 deep puffs I can fully inflate it, and I can deflate and pack it back in the included pouch in just over 30 seconds. It can easily clip onto a backpack or bag or stuff just about anywhere inside a bag, water bottle pocket, etc. It feels more similar to a memory foam-type pillow than one filled with beads, but it's far more breathable than either. Bottom line: well done, Matador! I can't recommend this highly enough.
A packable pillow that works. Finally! This pillow is small and compact yet delivers outsized functionality. It is easily adjustable providing just the right amount of support by increasing or decreasing air volume with the valve. It isn’t bulky so it works for small stature people. The extra bonus is how small it packs. There is no longer a need to wear your pillow around the airport because it won’t fit in your carry-on or personal item. I love it. My only suggestion is a security loop/hook for the carrying case to keep track of the pillow when encased as it is easily lost. Darn.
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