Claire Davies
Claire Davies is Tom's Guide's mattress expert and main sleep product tester with over 15 years' product review experience, and she is responsible for all mattress and sleep coverage on the site. A qualified journalist, Sleep Editor and Certified Sleep Science Coach, Claire writes about all things related to sleep, from mattress reviews to the latest sleep techniques and research. Claire has interviewed a wealth of experts, from mattress designers and innovators to neuroscientists and doctors of sleep medicine. Before taking on the role of Sleep Editor, Claire worked as Health & Wellness Editor at Top Ten Reviews, and before that was a Senior Content Editor at T3. Claire is super-passionate about how consistent, good quality sleep can boost our physical and mental wellbeing, and would love to hear from PRs and brands regarding sleep products, services and research that can help our readers sleep better than ever.
Latest articles by Claire Davies
![Coop Home Goods Ultra Tech Waterproof Mattress Protector on a white mattress placed on a black bedframe in front of a window overlooking a city](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FauZwV7VcDCfQbZQwvAqba-320-80.jpg)
Coop Home Goods Ultra Tech Waterproof Mattress Protector review 2024
By Claire Davies published
It promises full waterproof protection, but does the Coop Home Goods Ultra Tech Waterproof Mattress Protector actually work? We test it to find out.
![The DreamCloud Hybrid Mattress on a bed frame in a bedroom, between two night stands with lamps on top, two pillows balanced at the top end of the bed](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/a4tuetJwBuKJFhwRQMNALn-320-80.jpg)
DreamCloud Mattress review 2024
By Alison Barretta last updated
Can the DreamCloud Mattress provide luxury sleep for less? We slept on the hybrid for three weeks to find out.
![Best mattress in a box: image shows the DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid bed in a box placed on a wooden bedframe in a dark blue bedroom and with a couple laughing and sitting on the mattress](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/heQ2dGhbgowisj7H6oaWhd-320-80.jpg)
Best mattress in a box 2024: Reviewed by experts
By Claire Davies last updated
Choose the best mattress in a box for your budget with our expert buying guide and bed-in-a-box reviews.
![A woman lies asleep with her head resting on the Casper Hybrid Pillow with Snow Technology, both on a mattress](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/R5Axc94C5fMkekdjU6Rj5a-320-80.jpg)
The best pillow 2024: Comfort for all sleeping positions
By Cynthia Lawrence, Claire Davies last updated
Sleep easy with the best pillow to suit every bedtime routine, sleep style, and budget, chosen by sleep experts.
![Best hybrid mattress: Image shows the DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid mattress placed on a wooden bedframe with a dog lying on top](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vNZdbbHgQ5b3XELQr9yrp4-320-80.jpg)
The best hybrid mattress 2024: Reviewed by sleep experts
By Claire Davies last updated
This year's best hybrid mattresses for all budgets, tested by our in-house sleep experts.
![Best memory foam mattress: the Nectar Mattress photographed on a wooden bed frame](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Wyj8syi5EJoWoiasVosG35-320-80.jpg)
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.
![The best smart beds and smart mattresses: image shows the Sleep Number 360 i8 Smart Bed in a silver and black bedroom](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XZvsZY9XPPYcdzFpYZzzKj-320-80.jpg)
The best smart beds and smart mattresses 2024
By Claire Davies last updated
Explore the best smart beds and mattresses of 2024, including built-in sleep tracking, custom cooling, and adjustable firmness.
![best mattress topper: Casper Comfy Mattress Topper, featuring a woman resting on her back enjoying said topper on her bed](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qqqNmpEPfZxuEBnyVRUm2a-320-80.jpg)
The best memory foam mattress topper in 2024: rated by sleep experts
By Frances Daniels last updated
We rate and compare the best memory foam mattress toppers of 2024 across all budgets, sizes, and sleep needs
![Brooklyn Aurora Hybrid Luxe Cooling mattress](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QcxjQyQD8ZJWMCgdzW4jV3-320-80.jpg)
The best cooling mattress 2024: cool beds for hot sleepers
By Claire Davies last updated
Our expert guide to the best cooling mattresses to stop overheating and ensure you get a refreshing night's sleep.
![The Nectar mattress sale often features big discounts on the Memory Foam Mattress, pictured here on a wooden bed frame](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9wEyJeYvHmmbRwBhZV2WfR-320-80.jpg)
Best Nectar mattress sales for July 2024: Save up to 50% on bed bundles
By Claire Davies last updated
You can save hundreds on top-rated memory foam and hybrid mattresses in Nectar's July mattress sales, plus deals on bedding.
![A woman wearing gray jogging bottoms and black jumper lays on her stomach on top of the Helix Midnight Luxe, which is 30% off in the 4th of July mattress sales](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/f8VXPCTE2WELqua2eykwU9-320-80.jpg)
Helix mattress deals and sales for July 2024: 30% off the Midnight Luxe
By Claire Davies last updated
July's Helix mattress sale includes a site-wide 25% off sale and 30% off the Luxe and Elite range. Plus, you'll get a free pair of pillows with every bed purchase.
![Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Breeze mattress with Act Fast deals flag overlaid](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8tovrs7eDCazqj8wvSwBXB-320-80.jpg)
Best Tempur-Pedic mattress deals and sales for July 2024: 40% off mattress toppers
By Claire Davies last updated
Tempur-Pedic July mattress deals include a huge saving on the top-rated Tempur-Cloud mattress topper plus big deals on close-out stock.
![DreamCloud mattress sales and deals image shows the DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid mattress placed on a wooden bed frame and with a labrador lying on top](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PS5SkKpCMXEwk5WbbYojMN-320-80.jpg)
DreamCloud mattress sales for July: Up to $2,000 off with new deals
By Claire Davies last updated
The new DreamCloud mattress sale can save you up to 50% off the price of these top-rated memory foam and hybrid beds.
![Amazon Prime Day mattress deals guide image shows a couple sleeping on a Siena Memory Foam Mattress placed on a wooden bed frame, with a blue Prime Day sales badge overlaid in the bottom right hand corner](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/H6qeAp5ncLfr5xJUiDPV2e-320-80.jpg)
Amazon Prime Day mattress deals 2024: The 11 best sales, from $136
By Claire Davies last updated
We’ve scoured this year’s Amazon Prime Day deals for the best savings on popular hybrid and memory foam mattresses. These are the only sales we recommend buying…
![A young couple unbox and move a new memory foam mattress they bought from Amazon during the prime day deals event](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TBxFfnXxfXYHdNjKw5C7MN-320-80.jpg)
How to spot a good Prime Day cheap mattress deal
By Frances Daniels published
Plus, the three best budget mattress sales to shop now, with prices from $137.
![Saatva Classic Mattress review image shows the Saatva Classic innerspring hybrid placed on a luxury wooden bed frame and dressed with white and green pillows](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3AdPJNZ5YcHNunMcuGCMJT-320-80.jpg)
Saatva Classic Mattress review 2024: A year-long test
By Jennifer Nelson last updated
The Saatva Classic Mattress is designed for all sleepers, but how good is it really? We reviewed the luxury firm model for a year to find out.
![Image shows a man and a woman unrolling the world's best mattress topper, the Tempur-Adapt Mattress Topper, onto their bed](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ry4TdWUHERu7aGa3BHoPGA-320-80.jpg)
The best mattress toppers 2024: We've slept on and tested them all
By Claire Davies last updated
Our guide to this year's best mattress toppers to make your existing bed feel cooler, softer or firmer, with full reviews written by our sleep experts.
![Suitcase next to a hotel bed](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JUcbVxWtm6MkiNaif3eviF-320-80.jpg)
What mattresses do hotels use? The Ritz, Hilton, Premier Inn and more
By Alison Barretta last updated
Find out why hotel mattresses and pillows are among the most comfortable you've ever slept on.
![Best organic mattress: Photo of the Birch Natural mattress on a beige bedframe placed in a grey bedroom](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WoERu9VbsfdMUPuhPWikxW-320-80.jpg)
The best organic mattress 2024: Natural beds for a non-toxic sleep
By Jo Plumridge last updated
The best organic mattresses and all natural beds to buy online, as rated by certified sleep experts.
![4th of July mattress sales 2024 image shows a stack of hybrid, memory foam and latex mattresses placed on top of each other on a teal-coloured background and with a blue price drop deals badge overlaid in the bottom right hand corner](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xgMpA2uMeMozQzPXCrKNmT-320-80.jpg)
4th of July mattress sales 2024: Our top picks, plus the best deals on bedding
By Nicola Appleton last updated
Our deals experts have found the best mattress sales live today, including an exclusive 4th of July discount that saves you up to 60% on a super-popular memory foam bed-in-a-box.
![A Tom's Guide Sleep Editor drops a 10lb weight onto a Helix Midnight Luxe mattress to gauge its motion isolation](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vyZjZLFryaVkHNRbxEaXS8-320-80.jpg)
The best mattress 2024
By Claire Davies last updated
Our sleep experts have tested the latest mattresses to bring you our in-depth guide to the very best options to buy online.
![Image shows the Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt+ Cooling Mattress Topper placed on a white mattress placed on a wooden bedframe, with a Tom's Guide price drop sales badge overlaid in the bottom right hand corner of the image](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/W2MK9RSt7GPgbQHJT6H4Ja-320-80.jpg)
I’m a sleep coach – get 58% off the mattress topper I’d buy for hip and back pain in 4th of July sales
By Claire Davies published
The Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt eased my hip and lower back pain and it’s on sale to Amazon Prime customers for $175 to celebrate the 4th of July.
![Best cheap mattress, featuring someone sitting on the edge of a Siena Memory Foam Mattress](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EXs3h2oyGyZWicytrhu36d-320-80.jpg)
Best cheap mattress 2024: quality budget beds under $500 for a queen
By Claire Davies last updated
We've found the best cheap mattress for every sleeper, with affordable queen size mattresses for under $500.