Latest articles by Alison Barretta
Is the new Sleep Number c1 smart bed worth it? I tried it — here's what I think
I tried the new Sleep Number c1 smart mattress to see how well it balances value vs features. Here's what I discovered...
I tested the new Tempur-Adapt mattresses and discovered Tempur-Pedic's most well-balanced bed yet
I'm a sleep writer, so of course I wanted to test all of the new Tempur-Adapt mattresses. Check out my hands-on reviews plus an interview with Tempur-Pedic's VP of Brand Management.
I’ve tested every major mattress in a box — 5 I'd buy in today’s Memorial Day sales
I've slept on mattresses in a box from Casper, DreamCloud and more, and these are ones I'd buy in today's Memorial Day sales.
I visited Casper Labs for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Casper's new mattresses
I visited Casper Labs in Brooklyn to explore Casper's all-new mattress lineup and learn why the brand decided to start from scratch after a decade in the sleep business.
I slept on a $125 pillow custom-designed for my body — is it worth the money?
The Pluto Pillow is custom-built to a person's unique body stats and sleep preferences. Here's what happened when I slept on one for one month...
Out of all the mattresses-in-a-box I've tested, these are the 3 I always recommend
In all of my years of testing mattresses, I've learned that you don't have to spend a fortune to sleep well. The three mattresses-in-a-box I highlight here are prime examples.
I visited a Saatva Viewing Room to find my dream mattress — here's what happened
Saatva Visting Rooms are a way to try before you buy, and they are more mini dayspa than mattress showroom. Here's what I discovered when I visited one in Philadelphia...
Hard vs soft mattress: Which is best for general aches and pains?
Just like taco shells, you'll need to consider whether you want your mattress to be hard or soft. Here's when you should go for a firmer or plushier bed to alleviate your aches and pains.
Casper Wave Hybrid Snow mattress review
The Casper Wave Hybrid Snow mattress is the brand's coolest offering yet, but how well does it perform?
Mattresses sizes: a complete guide and how to choose
Our essential mattress size guide outlines the main US and UK mattress sizes to help you find the right mattress size for you.
What is a hybrid mattress and are they any good?
What does 'hybrid mattress' mean? Is sleeping on one good for you? The answer to those questions and more revealed.
Is a firm mattress good for back pain?
Do hard beds cure back pain? According to experts, the answer isn't cut-and-dry. Here's what they told us about sleeping on firm mattresses for back pain...
Last chance! Take $400 off the Purple Plus during Purple's after-Christmas mattress sale
The Purple after-Christmas mattress features savings on its Essential line of beds, including a flat $400 off the Purple Plus. These savings won't last long, though.
Hurry! Saatva's dual-sided organic latex mattress is up to $681 off in the after-Christmas sales for a limited time
Saatva's after-Christmas mattress sale includes big savings on the dual-sided Zenhaven Latex Mattress, which is now up to $681 off. But be quick because this deal won’t last long.
Last call for super-cheap Emma, Casper, and Purple mattresses — don’t miss these Cyber Monday deals!
These Cyber Monday mattress deals are outstanding – and in some cases, they're better than what we spotted over the weekend.
The 7 best hybrid and memory foam mattresses to buy in the Black Friday sales
Looking for a memory foam bed to sink into, or a bouncy hybrid? Shop the best Black Friday mattress deals available now from Emma, Nectar, Purple and more.
As a pro mattress tester, these are my 3 golden rules of Black Friday sales shopping
I'm a mattress tester and deal hunter who's been covering Black Friday sales for 15 years. Here's what you need to know about scoring a winning mattress deal this Black Friday.
Is the Siena Mattress worth buying in Black Friday sales? I tested it — here's my advice
Have your eye on the super-cheap Siena Memory Foam Mattress in the Black Friday sales? Here's what I want you to know, as someone who's reviewed it.
I’m a mattress tester and the hybrid bed I'd buy in Black Friday sales is $400 off
If there's one mattress I'd recommend for most sleepers this Black Friday, it's the Saatva Classic. And right now it's on sale for $400 off in every size from twin XL up
Is there such a thing as a mattress for life? We explore forever warranties
Does a lifetime warranty mean your mattress will last forever? Not quite, so here’s what you need to know before buying.
Is the Tempur-Adapt mattress worth buying on Black Friday? I tested it and here's what I think
I slept on a Tempur-Adapt mattress – here's what I want you to know if you plan on buying one during the Black Friday sales.
What is sleep hygiene? Here are 6 ways to improve yours
We explain the importance of sleep hygiene and offer six tips to help you achieve your best rest.
Tuft & Needle Mint Hybrid mattress review
The Tuft & Needle Mint Hybrid is the latest addition to the Tuft & Needle lineup. After sleeping on it for three weeks, here's our review...
