Jim is a freelance writer and editor based in Bath, UK, whose work can be found on sites including TechRadar, Tom's Guide, T3, PetsRadar and Creative Bloq. Jim started out over a quarter of a century ago, covering technology and video games, and they've been expanding their repertoire ever since. On any given week Jim's likely to be writing about design, sleep, wellness and even cats, and has learned an awful lot about the mattress industry over the past few years. When not hammering at their keyboard, Jim can be found performing and directing at a local theatre; they're currently serving as a trustee at Bath Drama and directing a production of Tom Stoppard's 'Travesties' to be performed in October 2025.
Latest articles by Jim McCauley

By Jim McCauley Published
Kitting out your guest bedroom for the holidays? 3 cheap Walmart mattress deals to shop now (while they're still in stock)

By Claire Davies last updated
Many mattress brands talk about their sleep trial periods, but what are they and how do they work? We have answers.

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.

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.

By Jim McCauley Published
Black Friday sales are just around the corner, but this deal on the DreamCloud Classic Hybrid is worth grabbing right now.

By Jim McCauley Published
Vacuuming can mess up the wool layers in a mattress. Found out why, and learn what you can do instead to keep your bed clean.

By Jim McCauley last updated
We put the Tempur-Adapt and Purple Restore head to head to find out which hybrid mattress for joint pain is best for you

By Jim McCauley Published
This is the biggest discount you'll ever get on the Saatva HD and it won't be live for long — take $509 off a queen size today

By Jim McCauley Published
Lots of Labor Day sleep deals are still live, but I won't be shopping for memory foam beds — here's what mattresses I'm looking for instead

By Jim McCauley Published
This luxury mattress delivers hotel-quality comfort and support, and we can get you $400 off in the Labor Day sales

By Jim McCauley Published
There are great deals on these luxury beds in the Labor Day sales, but even at MSRP they're really good value.

By Jim McCauley Published
Recreate that luxury hotel bed for up to $400 less with these five Labor Day mattress deals from Saatva, DreamCloud, and Nectar

By Jim McCauley Published
Learn all about the time-consuming process that enables luxury mattresses to hold their shape and feel for years.

By Jim McCauley Published
You won't find the Loom & Leaf on the Saatva homepage, but this luxury foam bed is still a great buy.

By Jim McCauley Published
Looking to buy a mattress with complete confidence? This is the one I'd recommend to just about everyone — and it's now $400 off.

By Jim McCauley Published
Learn how the hot summer months can rob you of sleep, and what you can do about it

By Jim McCauley Published
Don't let college life make a mess of your snoozing schedule – these 5 affordable accessories can help keep your sleep on track.

By Jim McCauley Published
The Allswell Organic Hybrid is just $558 for a queen — here's why that's incredible value

By Jim McCauley Published
Today's 4th of July sales take 15% off the Avocado Green mattress — here's why that's a deal worth taking advantage of

By Jim McCauley Published
These queen size beds deliver in terms of comfort support and they're all amazingly cheap in Walmart 4th of July mattress sale.

By Lauren Jeffries Published
Save up to $843 on the Birch Luxe Natural Mattress in an early 4th of July mattress sale

By Jim McCauley Published
It's not too late to pick out a post-Memorial Day mattress bargain — here are the 3 leading options to shop today

By Jim McCauley Published
Sleep better for less with these Memorial Day mega deals
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