Latest articles by Frances Daniels
The 7 tricks mattress brands use to get you to buy — and what to look for instead
These seven mattress buzzwords may seem impressive to shoppers, but mattress testers like me know to look for these features instead...
The best 35+ back to school sleep and dorm mattress deals — starting from $4 and chosen by recent graduates
From bed sheets, pillows to mattresses and more — the products you actually need to sleep well at school, starting from $4 and chosen by graduates.
The best mattress toppers for college dorms 2025: expert-tested picks for students
We've tested plenty of mattress toppers, and these five are the best for boosting uncomfortable college dorm beds — with full reviews.
Awara Natural Hybrid Mattress review
We review the Awara Natural Hybrid Mattress to discover whether this budget-friendly, all-natural bed is good for your sleep as well as the planet
Brooklyn Bedding Luxury Cooling Mattress Protector review 2025: Cleaner sleep for less
We test the Brooklyn Bedding Luxury Cooling Mattress Protector to find out if it delivers on its claims of excellent temperature regulation and water-resistant protection.
Japanese floor mattress vs topper: which made the right temporary bed for me?
Both Japanese floor mattresses and bed toppers are great temporary sleep solutions, but which did I like better?
Avocado launches its firmest organic mattress yet — and it’s perfect for supporting tall, heavy, and active people
The Avocado Extra Firm Mattress is designed to support tall and plus-sized bodies, athletes, and anyone with chronic back pain
College dorms are full of bacteria — we asked a cleaning expert how to keep your mattress germ-free
A cleaning expert reveals how to keep your dorm mattress clean with DIY solutions, plus her top bedding recommendations
Birch Plush Organic Mattress Topper review: natural, responsive support for all sleep positions
The Birch Plush Organic Mattress Topper promises cool comfort and natural plushness. I tested it for two weeks to see if it delivers...
How to choose an organic mattress that’s actually eco-friendly, according to a sustainability expert
First time buying an organic mattress? Here's how to choose a sustainable bed that avoids greenwashing
I asked flight attendants how to fall asleep fast on planes and get over jet lag — here are their tips
Flight attendants tell me how to get a good night's sleep on planes, in hotel rooms, and everywhere else...
Mattress toppers are a must for dorm beds — here are 5 post-Prime Day deals to shop from just $34
Give your dorm bed a makeover from just $34 with these cheap deals on twin and XL mattress toppers.
The best Prime Day sleep and mattress deals still available, from $15 — picked by our expert team
The Amazon Prime Day sleep deals have ended — From our handpicked 65+ best savings, including sleep trackers, cooling bed sheets, mattresses and pillows, these 10 are still live
Planning to go to Europe this summer? Travel expert shares how to sleep with no air conditioning
A lot of accommodation in Europe won't have air conditioning — so here's how to plan your visit so you can sleep cool without it
I don't have air conditioning — here are the 5 products I'm buying this Prime Week to keep my bedroom cool
I'm using Amazon Prime Week to give my sleep a cooling upgrade in the heatwaves — this are the five deals I'm shopping
7 big Prime Day cooling mattress topper deals ending tonight — beat the heat from just $38
Cool and soften your bed from $38 with these last chance Prime Week deals on cooling memory foam mattress toppers
Why I'm ditching my cheap satin pillowcase this summer — plus 3 cooling alternatives I'm using instead
Using a satin pillowcase to smooth hair and wrinkles on a budget? You may want to ditch it during heatwaves — here's why
There are hundreds of mattresses on sale this week — these are the 7 deals actually worth shopping
Fatigued by the endless cycle of Prime Day and extended 4th of July mattress sales? These are the 7 deals I'd snap up in a heartbeat...
DreamCloud launches huge rival Prime Day flash deal — buy a queen Classic Hybrid Mattress for just $594
There's an additional 15% off the new DreamCloud Classic Hybrid, an affordable luxury mattress now even cheaper with this Amazon Prime Day-beating flash deal.
Memory foam vs hybrid mattress topper: Which one should you choose?
Our memory foam vs hybrid mattress toppers comparison details all you need to know about what to expect when it comes to price, support, and cooling.
Too hot to sleep? A cooling bed topper can help — 5 Prime Day-beating deals we’d buy from $45
Keep comfy this summer for 30% less with these cooling mattress topper deals
Siena vs Layla: Which cheap memory foam mattress should you buy?
If you're looking for a reliable budget mattress, the Siena Memory Foam and the Layla Essential are two great options to consider. Here, we compare their design, price, and performance.
The best medium-firm mattress 2025: 7 beds tested and approved by sleep experts
The best medium-firm mattresses combine firm support with plenty of cushioning for all sleep positions. We've tested plenty of these Goldilocks beds, and here's our top 7
