
Alison Barretta
Based in Philadelphia, writer and editor Alison Barretta has been sharing buying advice and retail news for over 15 years. Since 2020 she's been helping Tom's Guide expand its robust library of sleep content by researching the latest trends, speaking with renowned experts, and going behind the scenes at Saatva, Casper, Sleep Number, Tempur-Pedic, and 3Z Brands. Alison has reviewed everything from budget mattresses to immersive luxury smart beds that automatically adjust to your every move. When she isn't reviewing mattresses or searching for great deals to save you money, Alison can be found practicing yoga and martial arts, experimenting with recipes, getting too invested in the Philadelphia Flyers, and snoozing with her cat / assistant mattress tester Alex.
Latest articles by Alison Barretta

Is Saatva's Memory Foam Hybrid mattress still 'close to perfect'? My thoughts after sleeping on this luxury hotel bed for a week
By Alison Barretta published
Right now Saatva's cheapest hybrid mattress is hitting that sweet spot of comfort versus support, plus it's put an end to my overheating while sleeping.

I slept on the same Saatva mattress topper used by Team USA’s Olympic gold medalists in Milan — here’s how it supports restorative sleep
By Alison Barretta published
The Saatva Graphite Memory Foam Mattress Topper was featured on the beds of 400 Team USA athletes during the 2026 Winter Olympics. I slept on it — here’s why I think it was a wise choice.

Lower back pain used to wake me up at 3 am — these 4 products helped me sleep through the night again
By Alison Barretta published
I've dealt with nightly back pain for the last several years. Fortunately, my career as a sleep product tester has led me to the items that help me get the relief (and rest) I need.

Want to beat the heat? Tempur-Pedic's award-winning cooling mattress topper is up to 30% off
By Alison Barretta published
The Tempur-Adapt + Cooling Topper is our no. 1-rated mattress topper overall — and now it's also on sale. Here's why you should consider taking advantage of this deal.

Check out the best mattress deals for April 2026
By Louis Ramirez last updated
Is it time to upgrade your bed? This month's best mattress sales include offers from Bear, Saatva, Amazon, and many more.

The best Saatva mattress sales in April 2026: Up to $525 off
By Claire Davies last updated
Today's Saatva mattress sale cuts up to $525 off. Here are the top deals our experts recommend...

Tempur-Pedic’s premium cooling mattress drops to its lowest ever price in huge $2,700 off deal — but there’s a catch
By Alison Barretta published
The Tempur-Contour Luxe Breeze 1.0 Mattress is nearly half-off during Tempur-Pedic's closeout sale. But here's what you need to know before shopping this deal.

Nectar mattress sales for April 2026: The best deals in the US + UK
By Claire Davies last updated
The April Nectar mattress sale is here with savings on hybrid and memory foam mattresses, and bed bundles too. Find all the best deals here.

DreamCloud mattress sales for April 2026: Save big on luxurious beds
By Claire Davies last updated
Here are all the best savings in this month's DreamCloud mattress sales, curated by our sleep experts.

Tempur-Pedic mattress deals for April 2026: Up to 40% off closeout
By Claire Davies last updated
If you want the best Tempur-Pedic mattress sale this month, head to its outlet store for big savings on closeout models

The best Helix mattress deals for April 2026: 20% off all hybrid beds
By Claire Davies last updated
Hit the April Helix mattress sales for big savings on its extensive range of hybrid beds for all sleep style. Here's what our sleep experts recommend...

Science says the '7:1' sleep rule could add 4 years to your life — these are the products I swear by to stick to it
By Alison Barretta published
My sleep routine went out the window — these are the products I used to get it back on track.

The best mattresses on Amazon 2026: These are the top 7 beds out of 20,000+ options
By Nicola Appleton last updated
Don't go shopping for a mattress on Amazon in today's Big Spring Sale before browsing our guide to the best ones — all tested and reviewed by our expert sleep team.

We retested our Top 5 mattresses — here’s how the two best cooling beds compare in 3 key areas
By Alison Barretta published
The Saatva Classic and Bear Elite Hybrid excelled in our temperature regulation tests, but how do these premium mattresses compare?

Sleep Number is slashing prices on some of our favorite smart mattresses to make room for five new models — here's what we know
By Alison Barretta published
Sleep Number is refreshing its entire lineup of smart mattresses for the first time in nearly a decade. That means big savings on its soon-to-be-discontinued models. Here's what you need to know.

I slept on the Purple Harmony and the Coop Adjustable Latex Pillow as a side sleeper with sore shoulders — for me, there's a clear winner
By Alison Barretta published
These two latex pillows could not be any more different. Here's what I recommend as a side sleeper who's dealt with sore shoulders...

World Sleep Day: The 12 products we swear by for a great night's sleep when you're facing insomnia, hot flashes, and more
By Alison Barretta published
"Live Well, Sleep Better" is the theme for World Sleep Day 2026. To help you abide by that mantra, we're sharing our 12 favorite products for restful nights and energized mornings.

Can the right mattress relieve your back and joint pain? Here's what the experts say
By Alison Barretta published
Can relieving your aches and pains be as simple as swapping your mattress? According to experts, that might be the answer — but here's what you need to keep in mind before you go shopping.

Saatva launches World Sleep Day luxury mattress sale — save $400 on the hotel bed our sleep coach can't live without
By Alison Barretta published
Our Sleep Coach spent over 1,500 hours sleeping on the Saatva Classic, and now her aches and pains are gone. See what all the hype is about — and save $400 with this time-limited Sleep Week deal.

The Helix World Sleep Day sale is live — the 5 products I'd buy to sleep cooler and comfier, all night long
By Alison Barretta published
Presented by Helix Sleep
From luxury hotel-style mattresses to cooling pillows, consider these Helix sale picks my stay-asleep-all-night starter pack

I'm a side sleeper with back pain — these are the 3 products I've tested and recommend this Sleep Week to help you sleep comfortably
By Alison Barretta published
This World Sleep Day, I'm highlighting the three products that have helped me manage my lower back pain while lying down

Best Sleep Week mattress and bedding deals 2026: Supercharge your sleep from $17
By Alison Barretta published
Looking to improve your sleep this Sleep Awareness Week? These are the mattress, bedding and sleep tech deals to shop, starting from $17

‘I woke up refreshed and pain-free every morning’ — why I recommend the Helix Midnight Luxe mattress if you have lower back pain like me
By Alison Barretta published
Presented by Helix Sleep
It’s still our top recommendation for side sleepers, but the Helix Midnight Luxe is among the best mattresses for back pain I’ve ever tested, too. All sizes are 27% off in celebration of Sleep Week.
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