Three Great Meditation Cushions: a Guide to Buying a Zafu

Aside from a quiet place and the will to let go, people who want to begin to learn meditation also need a comfortable place to get into the Buddha stance.

Here is a look at some of the hottest zafus (meditation cushions or meditation pillows) available to those seeking to join the mind and body through the art of meditation.

The Drishti Zafu

Drishti's zafu (or, meditation cushion) come in two shapes: round and crescent. Both shapes also come in a variety of colors including black, navy, red, sage and chocolate. These meditation pillows are filled with buckwheat, and one user review on Amazon.com reveals that the buckwheat can be shaped to fit the body perfect. The Drishti zafu is covered with 100% cotton. And, the zafu from Drishti also has a handle to make carrying around the cushion easy.

Amazon.com sells the Drishti zafu for about $44.99, but it is available at DrishtiYoga.com for $42.00. Of course, when shipping is taken into account, the prices are comparable. Drishti offers a range of wellness products aside from meditation cushions such as yoga mats, meditation benches and carry bags.

Sun and Moon Originals Cosmic Cushion ™

Sun and Moon patented what it dubs "the planet's most comfortable meditation cushion." The Cosmic Cushion ™ has three core features that have made it a best seller. The first is its wedge shape, which allows users to be properly supported as they lean forward during meditation. The tapered wings of the meditation pillow allows support for the thighs and then the heel cradles allows the feet to be comfortable during the cross-legged position.

The Cosmic Cushion comes in many colors: purple, natural, royal blue, forest green, black, burgundy, navy and sage. The meditation cushion can also be filled with either buckwheat or kapok. And, there are two sizes available, low or high loft. The Cosmic Cushion costs $54.95.

The Hugger Mugger Zafu

Hugger Mugger Yoga Products, LLC also makes a highly-rated meditation cushion. The Hugger Mugger zafus are the traditional round and come in both solid colors and printed patterns, allowing for the user to choose the best meditation cushion for his or her own personality. Solid color choices are olive, plum, curry, pumpkin and black. Printed patterns have striped and woodland themes.

The Hugger Mugger zafus are round, with pleated sides. They are filled with buckwheat hulls and covered with a cotton cover. Additionally, a few versions of the meditation cushions are available in a limited edition organic hemp fabric. The cover zips off so more filling can be added. On the official website, the meditation cushions start at $39.99.

Other Quality Brands

Barefoot Yoga, Sage Meditation, Bean Products and Laughing Buddha Trading