
Frances Daniels
Frances Daniels is a PPA-accredited journalist and Sleep Staff Writer at Tom's Guide with an MA in Magazine Journalism from Cardiff University. Her role includes covering mattress and sleep news and writing sleep product reviews and buyer's guides, including our Best Hybrid Mattress 2025 guide. She is hugely interested in the relationship between good sleep and overall health, interviewing a wide array of mattress and sleep experts to create well-informed articles about important topics such as nutrition, sleep disorders (from sleep apnea to night terrors), lucid dreaming, sleep hygiene, and mattress care. She is also our specialist on mattress toppers — producing mattress topper reviews and taking care of our Best Mattress Toppers 2025 guide — and takes the lead on all content related to fiberglass-free mattresses for a clean, non-toxic sleep. Outside of Tom's Guide, she has written for Ideal Home, Homes & Gardens, and Marie Claire.
Latest articles by Frances Daniels

What is the Saatva Solaire mattress and should you buy it in Presidents’ Day sales?
By Frances Daniels last updated
Thinking of buying a Saatva Solaire in the Presidents' Day mattress sales? Here's what you should know beforehand...

Zinus vs Layla: Which cheap mattress is right for your sleep style
By Frances Daniels published
Looking for a cheap mattress that's actually worth buying? Here's how to choose between the Zinus Green Tea vs the Layla Essential

Saatva mattress vs Saatva topper: Which should you buy?
By Frances Daniels published
Want to add the premium brand's signature luxury to your sleep? Here's how to choose between a Saatva mattress vs a Saatva mattress topper.

Saatva Graphite vs Saatva Natural Latex: Which cooling mattress topper should you buy?
By Frances Daniels last updated
We compare the Saatva Graphite and Natural Latex mattress toppers in terms of design, support, cooling, comfort and price

I'm a sleep writer — the 3 kinds of mattress topper that help with back pain
By Frances Daniels published
Do you suspect your bed may be causing or exacerbating your back pain? These three kinds of mattress toppers can provide relief.

How long do mattress toppers last? 3 key signs that they need replacing
By Frances Daniels last updated
Our guide to how long different types of mattress toppers should last, including memory foam, latex, wool, and down.

I'm a mattress topper expert — here's everything I've learned about how to choose the right one
By Frances Daniels last updated
I share my top tips on how to choose the right mattress topper for your bed, sleep position, and body type

How thick should my mattress topper be?
By Frances Daniels last updated
Looking for a mattress topper to give your bed a boost? Here’s how to choose the right thickness and height for your sleep

Awara Natural Hybrid Mattress review
By Alison Barretta last updated
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

Can you get a good cheap mattress under $100 for a queen? I'm a sleep writer — here’s my take
By Frances Daniels published
A cheap bed is perfect for tight budgets, but does a queen mattress under $100 mean compromising on quality? Here's what I think

Cheap mattresses aren’t just for people on a tight budget — why I’d buy one
By Frances Daniels last updated
From generous extras to accommodating guests, here's why should buy a cheap mattress besides the affordable price tag.

What is the Casper Original mattress and should you still buy it in 2025?
By Frances Daniels published
While the Casper Original Mattress may have been replaced by a younger model, it's still available to buy. But is it worth it?

Quick! Our favorite budget mattress just dropped to $359 for a queen in rare flash sale
By Frances Daniels published
Score a queen Siena Memory Foam Mattress for just $359 and experience its support for an ultra cheap price.

Do medium-firm mattresses suit all sleepers? How to tell if you need a firmer or softer bed
By Frances Daniels published
Medium-firm mattresses are great for delivering balanced comfort and support, but does that mean they're right for you?

Does Tempur-Pedic sell hybrid mattresses and should you buy one?
By Frances Daniels published
Tempur-Pedic is known for its cushioning NASA-inspired foam material, but does the brand make hybrid mattresses too?

Puffy vs Casper: which memory foam mattress topper is better for side sleepers?
By Frances Daniels published
We explore the differences between the Puffy Deluxe vs Casper Comfy mattress topper, including price and comfort for side sleeping

Avocado Green vs Nolah Natural: Which organic mattress is right for you?
By Frances Daniels published
Looking to sleep cleaner in 2025 with a new organic bed? Here's how to choose between the Avocado Green vs Nolah Natural Mattresses

Dry January? Swap your night cap for these 5 sleep-inducing drinks
By Frances Daniels published
Sleep better this Dry January by swapping the booze for these five bedtime drinks

What is a pillow top mattress topper and should you buy one?
By Frances Daniels published
Pillow top mattress toppers are designed to provide ultra-plush comfort, but should you buy one? Here's my take.

How to choose a mattress for your sleep position
By Frances Daniels last updated
Shopping for a mattress that best suits your sleeping position? Here's our advice on how to choose the right one in 2025...

Poor sleep makes it harder to stop intrusive thoughts, says new study — here's why
By Frances Daniels published
British researchers found that sleep-deprived participants found it harder to stop intrusive thoughts, linking poor sleep to memory control deficits

Should you buy a cheap mattress in the clearance sales?
By Frances Daniels published
We explore the pros and cons of buying a budget mattress form a clearance sale, including whether the cheap prices outweigh the risks

Last chance! Save 30% on Tempur-Pedic's cheapest mattress in New Year sale
By Frances Daniels published
Save up to $719 on the Tempur-Cloud mattress, Tempur-Pedic's cheapest bed. But hurry — this New Year sale ends today
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