What Is a Holster Wedge?
A holster wedge is a foam or rubber pad that attaches to the back of an IWB holster, angling the grip into the body for better concealment and comfort. The Cloudster Pillow holster wedge uses adjustable shredded cooling gel memory foam with a breathable fabric cover, letting you customize thickness for all-day appendix or strong-side carry without hot spots or pressure points.
Cloudster Pillow Dark Holster Wedge
The Cloudster Pillow Dark Series IWB holster wedge offers premium comfort and sleek style across four sizes — Mini, Standard, Deluxe and now MONSTER — making it perfect for any holster setup. Crafted with a soft cotton fabric, the Dark Series provides an all-day comfortable feel with breathability and durability. The Mini is ideal for narrow holsters and small attachments, the Standard fits most holsters from subcompacts to full-size, and the Deluxe accommodates larger holsters, light-bearing models, or wider setups. Whether you prioritize compact versatility, all-around usability, or maximum support, the Dark Series combines style, comfort, and performance to meet your needs.
Holster Pillow vs Traditional Foam Wedges
The Cloudster Pillow Dark is an adjustable holster pillow with a soft cotton fabric cover. Here’s how this style of wedge compares to a typical fixed-foam wedge.
| Feature | Cloudster Pillow Dark | Typical Foam / Rubber Wedges |
|---|---|---|
| Construction | Shredded cooling-gel memory foam | Solid foam or molded rubber |
| Adjustable fill | Yes — add or remove to dial in thickness | Typically fixed |
| Comfort surface | Soft cotton fabric cover | Bare foam or rubber |
| Holster fit | Hook-and-loop Velcro mounts to any flat-back IWB or AIWB holster | Varies; many are adhesive-bonded |
| Size options | 4 sizes (Mini, Standard, Deluxe, Monster) | Typically 1 size |
What Carriers Say About the Cloudster Pillow
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Jose G. — Charlotte, NC: “I’ve tried different wedges from Tier1, Vedder, etc and this pillow is the best by far. The others are hard and uncomfortable when you carry all day, and create pressure points. 10/10.”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Joe C. — Ranger, GA: “Just now changing to appendix carry after 30+ years of strong side carry and the Cloudster on my Tier1 holster has made the switch easy. Very good design, like the ability to adjust fill for comfort.”
FAQs
What makes the Cloudster Pillow the best holster wedge on the market?
The Cloudster Pillow is the #1 holster wedge thanks to its adjustable shredded cooling gel memory foam, allowing users to fine-tune thickness for maximum comfort and concealment. It works with any body type, holster type, or carry position, reducing printing and discomfort.
How does a holster pillow compare to traditional foam wedges?
A traditional holster wedge is a solid piece of foam or molded rubber in a fixed shape and size. A holster pillow uses shredded cooling-gel memory foam inside a fabric cover, so you can add or remove fill to dial in the exact thickness for your body and your holster. The pillow also gives you a soft fabric surface against your skin instead of bare foam or rubber, and it attaches with hook-and-loop Velcro so you can reposition it on any flat-back IWB or AIWB holster.
Is the Cloudster Pillow comfortable for all-day carry?
Yes! Its customizable foam fill adapts to slim, athletic, or larger body frames, ensuring all-day comfort and optimal concealment for everyone.
Will the Cloudster Pillow fit all holster types?
Absolutely. It is compatible with IWB, AIWB, OWB, hybrid and sidecar holsters, thanks to its Velcro attachment system and flexible design.
Does it work in every carry position (appendix, 3 o’clock, 4 o’clock, etc.)?
Yes. The Cloudster Pillow is designed for appendix (AIWB), hip (3 o’clock), behind the back (4 o’clock) and cross-draw positions, enhancing comfort and concealment in every setup.
When is a holster pillow a better choice than a fixed-foam wedge?
Choose a holster pillow when you want to fine-tune thickness across different holsters or carry positions, when bare foam or rubber irritates your skin during long carry, or when a single fixed thickness has been too thick or too thin for your body. If your current wedge already feels right and you don’t need to keep adjusting it, a fixed-foam wedge can still work — the pillow’s main advantages are the ability to keep tuning the fill and a softer fabric surface against your skin.
























The pillow worked like a charm, it solved the major hotspot issues with one of my holsters, I plan to buy some more in the near future for my other holsters as I want each holster to have their own pillow with different levels of filling. The one I currently have set up didn’t need any adjustment on filling.
By far the most comfortable wedge I’ve used in concealed carry.
It’s been a game changer for comfort and concealment. No other wedge has eliminated hotspots quite like these pillows. I think they’re great! I also appreciate the added benefit, for the striker fired gun, of tilting the muzzle away from my body so it’s not flagging me.
So after months of using the cloudster pillow. I have determined it is super comfortable. I did buy the bundle with numerous sizes. The deluxe i belies is the size i use all the time. The other two are pointless lol. You have a great product. I shouldve order 3 deluxes 🤣, but great job.
I have had it about a day, so I’ve been tinkering with the padding inside to get the appropriate thickness for my tier 1 axis elite holster. Your videos were extremely helpful and I love the ability to change the area as well as the thickness of this wedge/pillow! It has definitely helped with comfort and while I didn’t have any printing issues with my p365 macro, it did improve this as well. It arrived quickly and for the price, it’s an amazing value compared to other wedges I’ve used! I would recommend this for anyone having discomfort while conceal carrying, it simply works!
It has been working great over the last few weeks. Significantly improved comfort for daily carry. 5/5
Must have for iwb carry. New gun check, new holster check, red dot check, cloudster pillow. Check.
Using the cloudster pillow makes all day carry feel comfortable and allows my holster to ride iwb with ease. It took a little adjustment to get it to sit right where I wanted it to, but once I found the sweet spot it makes a world of difference. It also helps out with turning your pistol into your body for better concealment. Would definitely recommend for anyone looking to carry all day
The Cloudster pillow is the most comfortable wedge type attachment that I’ve ever bought.
It’s the most comfortable material and foam and it’s super adjustable. That’s what everybody needs to carry all day.
BUY THIS don’t waste your money on other wedges.
I am using the deluxe pillow with a BraDeC holster and a PHLster enigma. Before the Cloudster pillow I was getting a hot spot or a sore spot on my inner thigh from the bottom of the holster carrying apendix. I used the larger deluxe pillow turned sideways and allowing it to hang off the bottom of the holster. This make this setup comfortable for all day use. Great product.
My first standard was really good. Purchased a second mini and some of the stitching came undone on the Velcro pretty quick. But overall the comfort of these really helps all day carry.
Sorry about that Michael, I warranty these for life and I already sent you out a replacement with tracking. No need to send the other pillow back.
Custom LTT Beretta PX4 9mm with AIWB Henry Holster. Love your product & it makes carrying a full size so much more pleasurable & able to carry all day with no issues.
I had no prior experience with EDC wedges despite concealed carry for years. I set up a Hellcat with attached light in a SwapRig holster and a M&P 40 Shield in a simple leather holster both for appendix carry. After a little trial and error I used the maximum amount of fill for both comfort and to minimize printing. I am impressed by the simple ingenuity of this product being able to modify the wedge effect simply by adjusting the amount of fill in the nylon pouch. Very comfortable in several hours of use at a time. Will definitely recommend to my friends and buy again.
The Cloudster Deluxe Pillow is a game changer. Super high quality and very comfortable for everyday carry. I will highly recommend this product to anyone. Thanks!
I have had trouble concealing since I started carrying my first gun. I now carry an Lc9S and I was still pulling my hair out trying to stop the printing. I almost spent 200 dollars on another holster thinking that was the only option left. This thing saved me on that, and kept my old Warriorland holster in the game.
Definitely impressed with the quality of craftsmanship and using memory foam is a bonus.
Works great for comfort all day even while driving! No more hot spots from the muzzle!
Got the standard white after watching a Cloudster YouTube video. It’s a great addition to my EDC rig. I carry AIWB around 11/11:30 and was having a super annoying hot spot on my inner thigh. Standard made it really comfortable and I’ve carried for hours without it bothering me. Really happy with it. Great product
Who would’ve thought a mini bamboo pillow would be so great for comfort! Cloudster has done a great job with this product. I’d highly recommend it to anyone seeking relief from uncomfortable wedges.
I have tried other wedges in the past but there was still a lot of discomfort with driving and all day wearing. I attended an all day training event that was focused on concealed carry while in a vehicle, and it covered all kinds of different scenarios that had students drawing from concealment while in a vehicle. That class was three-hours north of me, so I drove there wearing my holster with the Deluxe Cloudster Pillow AND training for 8-hours and it was very comfortable to drive in and wear for the training. I did not feel the edges of the holster digging into my pelvis at all. It was a great purchase and I’m glad I found this product.