I was really impressed with how these were shipped!  They came vacuum sealed in the box. When I opened them I was surprised how quickly they inflated.  These are one of my favorite pillows for my bed.  I loved a pillow that my head can sink into.  Even after multiple uses and Long nights of laying on them, They still are as full as the first night I placed my head on them.  I do like the fact that they are machine washable.  I have not had to throw them in the wash yet, but knowing that they are ahead of time makes me quite happy.