Inflatable Komfort Kollar®

Too bad there is not a no star rating. This product actually does the job of holding the head up and being relatively comfortable. But, after just two uses, it began leaking like a sieve. To spend more than $30 for a product with such a short life is a crime. Shame on Magellan's for continuing to sell such a shoddy product.

The trick to avoiding leaks is to wait until you are at cruising altitude before you inflate the pillow. If you inflate it while you are on the ground or just after takeoff, then when the air pressure in the cabin goes down, the relative air pressure in the pillow can be too high; leading to leaks.

Good design but leaks--making it unusable. This was my second 'leaky' purchase. I threw mine out at the airport when i got off the plane. Too expensive for such poor quality.

We purched this pillow for a Fall trip to Europe in 2012 and it worked well. In February of 2013 I packed this pillow in my carry on for our trip to Singapore. With 15 hours of flying time ahead of me I found out that this one trip wonder was leaking. For $27.00 plus frt. I would expect a company like Magellan to offer a product of some quality. This product is not worth the price.

Upon receiving it, I tested it, and it began leaking air immediately. Quality control, and quality of design, need to significantly improve before this item can be trusted.

While I like this product, it is way too expensive for what you get. It looks and feels like it was made in China, which it is. It is very cheaply made out of vinyl with lapped welded seams with a coating of flock to make it look like fabric, which it isn't. It has the look and feel of a product that costs $3 to $5 to make in China. The main photo on the web site with the man wearing the Komfort Kollar is NOT the same as the product that was shipped. That photo looks to be the Memory Foam collar, NOT the inflatable collar. Don't get me wrong, the Travel Komfort Kollar works as advertised, it's just over priced in my opinion for what you get.

I regularly make long flights of 10 hours or more and sleep is essential. This is the best inflatable collar I have ever used. It is comfortable yet gives full 360 degree support so you have no sudden jolts awake as your head slumps in one direction or another. I like it so well I order a second one to hold in reserve in case they ever disappear from the marketplace.

Used Kollar on a recent trip to Italy. As promised, it does help keep your head from flopping side to side. Is easy to inflate and deflate. The only problem I can find is that it made my neck sweat a bit after wearing for a couple of hours.

Ordered this because I wanted velcro and a tighter fitting collar than what is normally on the market. It's ok but it's quite large and cumbersome. It's not easy to use if you are in a middle seat and in economy! I found it easier to work with when I had business class seats. Like other reviews mentioned, the collar can get sweaty. I thought this would be more like an accident collar but it seemed to move with you instead of keeping your neck nice and tight. So far, it's probably the best choice on the market for now. At least you can deflate it.

I bought the KKollar after losing patience with an inflatable U-shaped collar. Put it to great use on several flights from the US to Africa. It does eliminate the neck kink and the open-mouthed drooling, but not the forward head bob. Fortunately, on some of the larger Airbuses, the headrest comes up high enough that the side wings can hold the Kollar in place. (this is not a even a problem if you can put your seat back some) The material doesn't breathe, so where your neck touches it, it does get warm and sweaty--again, easily fixed with a layer of cloth in between. Love the convenience! Several other travelers were giving me envious glances on the plane and asked me where I got my Kollar... :)

A great product when I was given the middle seat of three on a 12 hour flight to New Zealand. It allowed me to catch a few hours sleep and not end up with my head on a strangers shoulder!

Both my wife and I used the inflatable Komfort Kollar during our recent trip from Honolulu to the Middle East. It worked great, with two there were two problems: 1) Your skin can't "breathe" where it touches the rubbery surface of the kollar, and you start to sweat. A cloth barrier eliminated this problem. 2) I inadvertently left my kollar in the seat-back pocket on one leg of our return flight.

Only thing I have found to keep my head from bobbing forward when I sleep. One leaked and Magellan promptly replaced it. I won't travel without one, so I keep a spare now.

Inflate the pillow before you go on travel. I was on a plane US to London when I pulled out my brand new inflatable pillow, only to find it had several holes in the seams. Very uncomfortable flight as a result. When I returned home and contacted customer service Magellan was very quick to sent me a prepaid label for the defective product. I won't be buying an inflatable pillow for travel anytime soon after this experience.

Great product! Love that it deflates for easy packing. Great support.

This is my second KKollar. I had one of the originals and after years of use over hundreds of thousands of miles the strap gave out. After use is gets quickly stuffed into my case so it is no surprise it gave out, just that it lasted that long. I get as good a sleep as you can on a plane with no neck kink and the collar keeps your mouth closed so there is no waking up with dry mouth.

Just ordered another of these collars to replace a previous one that I lost, 'cause I can't get along without it on a long flight. It looks odd but works great - not only does it keep your head from falling forward and waking you up, it also helps you avoid those painful cricks in your neck. Stores quite easily in your carry-on when flat and easy to inflate -just pinch the airtube a bit. Love mine!

I have used my Komfort Kollar 1/2 dozen times going overseas. It is so much more comfortable than the traditional neck pillow. You can sleep and move into almost any position. You will look like Uncle Fester from the Adams Family...but who cares...you are asleep!

It ablsolutely works like a charm. So easy to inflate!! I wish I had heard about it years ago, because now flying will be so relaxing!!!!

I hate falling out of those other neck collars, so this seemed perfect. Fit well. Made it to Greece and back and worked great. Next trip across country, it was deflating through a small leak. Bummer. Magellan's was fantastic in handling the return, no questions asked.

Very glad to find this product; I was able to get some sleep while in a sitting position without my neck cramping.

I put the collar (or "Kollar") on right after supper, then slept better and longer than I ever have on the flight from Chicago to London-Heathrow. A good 4-5 hours of sleep, straight from supper to breakfast. I was sceptical of the "komfort kollar," not least because of the kookie spelling in its title--but I've become a believer.

This Komfort Kollar Is WONDERFUL! My husband and I both got one (heaven forbid either of us should have to share!) We've been trying it out and know it will fit the bill exactly on our flight to Ireland in mid-July. We'll arrive without the old familiar "pain in the neck".

My recent return required 52 hours travel time from bed to bed. The komfort collar enabled me to sleep comfortably sitting straight up on the last row of a 15 hour flight where there were only afew inches of reclining space. I used it on long bus rides and it served as a pillow where there was none in camp! My must travel companion!

I can virtually NEVER sleep on planes. But with Komfort Kollar, I CAN! It supports my neck from all sides so I never wake up with an awful crick in my neck. It inflates and deflates easily and I love the fact that I don't have to waste space in my luggage toting one of those bulky versions. With airlines charging more and more for luggage these days, who has the room? I totally recommend Komfort Kollar.

Allowed my husband and me to sleep without neck discomfort. This item was recommended by one of my doctors, and I'll thank him next time I see him. What a difference, especially when one is traveling to another part of the world.

I bought this Komfort Kollar intending to use it on an International flight. I was in economy class and the Kollar enabled me to sleep on the plane without comfortably. It did not create extra bulk in my carry on and was easy to inflate.

The only pillow that allows me to sleep in coach!

This is unbelievably comfortable, couldn't be a better product. Inflates in two or three breaths, and is perfectly designed for the purpose.

I ordered several things for our trip to Rome and the Greek Isles, i.e., neck pillows, fanny pack, purse.... all from your highly recommended items. Everything was as advertised. Love 'em all!

I recently travelled to Australia. I do not think I would have slept as much as I did without this neck pillow and an eye mask. This kept my head mostly upright, yet supported. This makes all the difference!!!!

I just had one of the best red-eye flights ever, thanks to this collar which nicely supports the head in every direction. However, I had to re-inflate it a couple of times in five hours, so maybe this one leaks.

I purchased two of these,for the long flight to Australia for my girlfriend and myself. They both tore at the seam around the "stem" for no reason (were not abused or over inflated), leaving us both stranded without a pillow. Not reliable. though very comfortable when they do work.

I really wanted this product to work, but for me it was very uncomfortable. The Kollar was too hot after just a few moments and I felt choked by it. when I moved slightly. I am small (106 lbs) so I know the size was not too small for me. Magellan's took it back with no hassle whatsoever. Good company.

Fantastic neck support. The strap at the front ensures that the pillow stays in place and provides maximum support for the neck. I have found this is the perfect way to sleep on a plane. The pillow is soft enough to be comfortable yet firm enough to keep my head upright. Without it, my head tends to loll left, right or forward and I wake up with a horrible crick in my neck. Using the collar, I wake refreshed with no neck aches or pains. Very small and light to carry, too.

I expected a neck immobilizing brace that would allow me to fall asleep in my seat. Instead, I end up having to use it as a pillow and lean against a window to fall asleep. I've tried various levels of inflation and none of them work. A better product might have a folding plastic insert that rises up along the side of the head, with the inflatable part rising up with the insert. The brace could also be contoured to provide more support in the front so the head doesn't tilt forward.

I used it on 4 long haul flights and had minimal fidgeting for a middle seat! Of the inflatable pillows (which was an essential feature), this worked the best. As with other inflatable pillows, I wrapped it in a bandana to "soften" the edges and keep it cooler.

I used this for the first time on a long flight to the Netherlands. It was wonderful. My neck was well supported all the time I wanted it on. Thanks

I have not used this on a plane yet, but I did take it on a long car trip. The day the Kollar arrived, I tested it: easy to inflate (and I am 67 and may not have as much lung power as younger users); VERY comfortable on neck; and, easy to deflate and store away in small space. It was great during the car trip and I know it will help on long plane trips.

Pros: really supports your head so you can sleep, packs up small Cons: is warm to wear, lasted less than a year before it began to leak too much to use Liked it so much I have purchased a new one. Hopefully it will last longer.

Since my last review, in which I reported inventing a "Komfort Kollar," I've flown from SFO to Amsterdam and back, an 11-hour nonstop flight. I had a window seat going and an aisle returning. After meals, I slept until the last 1.5 hours of each leg, thanks to the "Komfort Kollar." My head didn't continually fall forward. I, like another reviewer, aciddentally tore the velcro strap, but it is still attachable (hey----it's velcro!) The air pillow has arrived, thanks to the "Komfort Kollar."

I bought this item despite many negative reviews about difficulties inflating, deflating and leakage. I tried it at home, and it was very easy to inflate and deflate, and was also very comfortable to wear. The proof is in the pudding, though, and I haven't used it on a flight yet. The product comes with a warning to not inflate it until you are at cruising altitude, because the decrease in cabin pressure will cause the product to over-inflate, which could cause leaks. I wonder if that was the cause of the leaks the previous reviewers reported. Anyway, looks like our next plane ride will be in December, so I will report back on our field testing of the product when we return. I sure hope it works, because I hate trying to prop my head up on pillows and blankets!

This product works better than others on the market, but you nearly get a heart attack trying to blow it up, the valve is so tight it lets very little air through. So its also slow to deflate. If they fixed this feature, it would be a dream product.

I invented one of these things. I glued velcro onto a U-shaped inflatable travel pillow. It fell apart during the trip. I guess some entrepreneur saw my "invention" during the flight, or else great minds think alike. I'm glad Magellan is marketing this "Kollar." I'm going to try it on my next trans-pacific flight.

I am on my 3rd pillow. Either the valve breaks and it won't inflate anymore (once) or velcro fastener tears off (twice). But I will get another because I find when it works, it works well and does help one sleep, especially on long flights. And it folds up to a small packet for carrying in a briefcase. I wish it were easier to blow up and deflate and that the velcro fastener didn't come off so easily. But once it is inflated, it works well.

This is an outstanding product. It works as advertised. I have gotten some great sleep on the go while sitting up. And it is easy to carry.

I purchased one of these pillows years ago, so it is not the model currently for sale. I have never had a problem with it and it has been a life saver on my many overseas trips. I was hoping to purchase a new one as the rubber valve stopper has torn and is difficult to open now. But I may wait until a new model comes out since the current one seems to have so many problems.

This product is difficult to inflate. I would not recommend it to an elderly traveler. However, the real problem is it develops air leak along the seam and renders itself useless. Mine became leaky after three cross Atlantic flights. I tried to seal the leak but no luck.

I loved the pillow but was only able to use it a few trips before it started to leak. As others have noted, once the air leaked, it was useless. I bought the inflatable because it is easier to carry and the memory foam one is very expensive and bulky. Wish the manufacturer would fix the design flaws because it is a great idea !

I enjoyed this pillow very much until it began the leak everyone is talking about. It's a great idea but someone else should manufacture it. Quality......I will buy quality.

Not easy to inflate--some air escaped after each puff despite all my efforts. Since it never became fully inflated, it was not as supportive as described and therefore I was unable to sleep using it. The seams were very irritating to my skin. It's difficult to see the velcro patches against the dark blue, and while trying to open it (the wrong way), one velcro patch was totally ripped off. I am sorry I purchased it.