Ruth Hamilton
Sleep expert and and Certified Sleep Science Coach Ruth is your go-to person for all things snooze-related, from advice on what mattress will suit you best, to tips on how to improve your sleep habits. She was acting Sleep Editor on Tom's Guide for a year, and now heads up the sleep team on sister site TechRadar. Ruth has tested more mattresses than her small flat can handle and will talk at length about them to anyone who shows even a passing interest, and has had to implement a one-in-one-out pillow policy for fear of getting smothered by them in the night. As well as following all the industry trends and advancements in the mattress and bedding world, she regularly speaks to other sleep experts to delve into the science behind a great night's sleep, and offer you advice to help you get there.
Latest articles by Ruth Hamilton
The best mattress under $1,000 in 2024: with expert reviews
By Alison Barretta last updated
Our top-rated picks of 2024's best mattresses under $1,000 to give you a luxury bed for less.
The best memory foam mattress topper in 2024
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
We rate and compare the best memory foam mattress toppers of 2024 across all budgets, sizes, and sleep needs
The best memory foam mattress 2024: 9 expert-tested beds
By Claire Davies last updated
Find the best memory foam mattress for you with our comprehensive 2024 buying guide and expert reviews.
Nectar Mattress review 2024: Is this still the best budget memory foam bed?
By Alison Barretta last updated
Review The Nectar Mattress claims to deliver big comfort and support for nearly half the price of its many rivals. We review it to see just how well it performs.
The 7 best mattresses on Amazon 2024: browse these budget-friendly bedroom upgrades
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
Find the best Amazon mattress for your budget and sleep needs, courtesy of our expertly-curated list.
What is a pillow-top and do I need one on my mattress?
By Ruth Hamilton published
We explain what a pillow-top is, and how it differs from a tight top and Euro top.
What is OEKO-TEX Standard 100 and what does it mean for my mattress?
By Ruth Hamilton published
A simple guide to what OEKO-TEX Standard 100 means for a fabric – as well as related certifications like OEKO-TEX Organic Cotton and Made in Green.
What is a mattress in a box? Plus, 8 signs they suit your sleep best
By Claire Davies last updated
Boxed mattresses are popular, but what are they and are they any good? Here's what you need to know…
Mattress in a box vs traditional mattress: which is better?
By Ruth Hamilton published
We compare bed in a box models to ones delivered flat, on convenience, speed of delivery, comfort and quality.
Your weekend lie-in is bad for your gut, new study finds
By Ruth Hamilton published
Shifting your sleep schedule by just 90 minutes linked to more 'unhealthy' gut microbes.
This 2-minute trick is the quickest way to cool down at night
By Ruth Hamilton published
Struggling to sleep in the heatwave? This is a super-simple way to cool down fast.
Are beds that come in a box good? We asked two mattress makers
By Ruth Hamilton published
Bed-in-a-box mattresses are everywhere, but are you making a quality compromise compared to traditional mattresses?
This is the best seat to reserve if you want to sleep on a plane
By Ruth Hamilton published
Sleeping on a plane can be a challenge, but this is where to sit to give yourself the best shot.
What's the best position to sleep in when it's hot? We asked a sleep posture expert
By Ruth Hamilton published
Shifting sleep position could help cool you down on muggy nights – here's how.
Bed rotting: viral TikTok 'self-care' trend really is as bad as it sounds, say the experts
By Ruth Hamilton published
Lying in bed all day might feel tempting, but it'll ruin your sleep.
Amazon isn't the best place for mattress deals on Prime Day – here’s why
By Julia Sagar published
Sure, there are plenty of Prime Day mattress deals today. But there are better places to buy a mattress – and better offers too
5 reasons you SHOULDN'T buy a mattress on Amazon in the Prime Day sales
By Alison Barretta published
Amazon will be flush with Prime Day deals, but if it's a new mattress you're shopping for, it's best avoided. Here's what you need to know...
Is dense memory foam better quality? Your guide to the mattress specs to look for
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
We spoke to a mattress manufacturer to find out how important foam density is to mattress comfort and longevity.
All your biggest memory foam questions answered
By Ruth Hamilton published
What is memory foam actually made from? Should it be springy or sinky? What does open cell mean? We asked an expert.
Saatva Graphite Mattress Topper review 2024
By Alison Barretta last updated
The Saatva Graphite Mattress Topper offers luxurious comfort that's similar to its full-fledged mattresses, but at a much lower cost.
Mattress jargon-buster: all the different foam types explained
By Ruth Hamilton published
Struggling to work out the kinds of foam used in mattresses? This guide runs down the different types, and how they're used.
3 hot weather sleep mistakes you're probably making (and what to do instead)
By Ruth Hamilton published
Temperatures are rising, but are you going the right way about keeping cool?
I just learned that pillow-tops are all a big con – but I still want one on my mattress
By Ruth Hamilton published
Pillow-tops aren't what they seem, but here's why I'm not too mad about it