
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

What are the different types of mattress coils and how do they impact your sleep?
By Alison Barretta last updated
Confused about mattress coil-jargon? Here's everything you need to know about them and how they impact your sleep.

What is the Ritz-Carlton Hotel mattress — and should you buy it?
By Ruth Jones last updated
Ritz-Carlton mattress can deliver the 'unrivaled' comfort it promises — and it could be your best Black Friday splurge. Here's all you need to know.

What mattress does the Westin use?
By Ruth Jones last updated
We've been hands-on with the Westin Heavenly Bed and here's everything you need to know about the much-loved hotel mattress.

Tempur-Pedic Black Friday mattress sale 2025
By Alison Barretta last updated
Tempur-Pedic's Black Friday deals are warming up – grab 30% off and free accessories now

Want Tempur-Pedic comfort for less? The Nolah Original Mattress is 30% off right now
By Alexis De Leaver published
The Nolah Original Mattress delivers Tempur-Pedic-quality comfort for less. Even better, it's on sale for 30% off.

DreamCloud Classic Memory Foam Mattress review 2025: Hits the right notes for back and stomach sleepers
By Alison Barretta published
RecommendedAfter sleeping on the DreamCloud Memory Foam mattress for three weeks, these are my honest thoughts

October Prime Day mattress deals 2025: Sleep better for less
By Claire Davies last updated
The October Prime Day mattress sales are over, but there's still savings to be had from DreamCloud, Nectar, Sealy, and more.

Queen mattress vs king: Which bed size is best for your sleep?
By Jo Plumridge last updated
Queen and king mattresses both offer plenty of space for couples and solo sleepers, but which one best suits your bedroom, budget, and sleep needs? Here's how to tell...

Helix Midnight vs Helix Midnight Luxe: Which mattress for side sleepers should you buy?
By Jo Plumridge last updated
In our Helix Midnight vs Helix Midnight Luxe showdown, we put these side sleeper mattresses side-by-side according to their support, comfort, design, price, and performance.

Leesa Original vs Nectar Classic: Which memory foam mattress is best for your sleep?
By Rachael Penn last updated
In our Leesa Original vs Nectar Classic guide, we compare each bed's price, design, and performance to help you choose the right memory foam mattress for your sleep needs.

Puffy vs Siena: Which memory foam mattress suits your sleep?
By Frances Daniels last updated
We're comparing the Puffy Cloud vs the Siena Memory Foam Mattress, looking at design, price, comfort, and support

Saatva Contour5 vs Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Cloud: Which memory foam mattress do you want to sink into?
By Jo Plumridge last updated
If you’re in the market for a luxury memory foam mattress, the Saatva Contour5 and Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Cloud should be at the top of your list. Here's how to decide between them.

DreamCloud Classic vs Helix Midnight Luxe: Which luxury mattress in a box should you buy?
By Jo Plumridge last updated
Across price, design, and comfort, we explore the key differences between the DreamCloud Classic and the Helix Midnight Luxe.

Helix ErgoAlign Mattress Topper review: Cooling support for back pain and sagging, thin beds
By Alison Barretta published
The Helix ErgoAlign Mattress Topper promises proper spinal alignment for those with lower back pain, so I put it to the test...

Full vs queen mattresses: Which size is best for your sleep?
By Grace Franks last updated
In our full vs queen mattress comparison, we explain the key differences and pros and cons of both sizes.

Avocado Green vs Naturepedic Concerto mattress: Which organic latex hybrid is best for your sleep?
By Jo Plumridge last updated
The Avocado Green and Naturepedic Concerto Organic Pillow Top are both leading organic mattresses, but which one is right for your sleeping style? We break it down.

Saatva Classic vs Bear Elite: Which hybrid mattress is right for you?
By Frances Daniels last updated
The Saatva Classic and Bear Elite Hybrid are both premium mattresses with adjustable firmness levels, but which should you buy?

Saatva Classic vs Naturepedic Concerto Mattress: Which luxury hybrid is best for your sleep?
By Jo Plumridge last updated
The Saatva Classic and Naturepedic Concerto have a lot to offer — here's how to choose between these two luxe mattresses

Labor Day Mattress Sales: What you need to know
By Claire Davies last updated
The Labor Day sales are an excellent time to save on a mattress — here's our complete guide to the deals and how to get better sleep for less.

Freeze! Tempur-Pedic cuts $500 off its coolest mattress in mega extended Labor Day deal
By Alison Barretta published
There's $500 off the Tempur-Pedic LuxeBreeze mattress in an extended Labor Day sale — the best deal we've seen on this impressive cooling bed

I'm a mattress sales veteran — these are the 25+ best extended Labor Day deals still live this morning
By Claire Davies last updated
I'm tracking the Labor Day sleep and mattress sales — these are the best 25+ deals still live today on mattresses, bedding, pillows, sleep tech and more

Memory foam mattresses are excellent for people with aches and pains — after rigorous testing, these are the 3 we'd buy in Labor Day sales
By Alison Barretta published
Find out which memory foam mattresses our expert testers recommend you check out in this weekend's sales if back and hip pain keep you up at night.

I Track Mattress Prices for a Living and This Is the Number One Reason You Shouldn’t Wait Until Black Friday To Buy a New Bed
By Alison Barretta published
Should you wait until Black Friday to buy a mattress? Normally, I'd say yes, but here's why I'm recommending you shop for a new bed during the Labor Day sales.
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