Latest articles by Jo Plumridge
Back pain ruins my sleep if I don’t have the right bed and pillow – here are the products I recommend if you’re also having trouble sleeping with hip or back pain
Here are my secrets to waking up without those niggling aches and pains
3 reasons why your once-comfy mattress is causing you lower back pain — plus the mattresses I recommend this Black Friday
My old mattress caused my back pain, and yours might be, too. Here's what to look out for and my favorite mattresses for back pain in the Black Friday sales.
The hotel-style Saatva Classic and luxury Helix Midnight Luxe mattresses — here's how to choose between them
The Saatva Classic and Helix Midnight Luxe mattresses have impressed the Tom's Guide Sleep Team — here's how to choose the right one for you
Save up to £840 on our favourite Simba mattress in today's Black Friday sales
Simba just dropped a surprise Black Friday sale, with savings reaching up to $840 on the supremely comfortable Hybrid Ultra
As a mattress tester with back pain, this is the luxury hybrid I'd buy this Black Friday — and it's $400 off too
The Saatva Classic's lumbar support is heaven-sent for people with back pain like me
Saatva Classic and the Saatva Latex Hybrid — we’ve tried both mattresses and this is the one we recommend for hot sleepers this Black Friday
If you're looking for a cooling mattress, Saatva offer plenty of choice. But which Saatva mattress offers the most cooling power?
Nectar Mattress Topper review 2025: Cooling comfort to soften hard beds
The Nectar Mattress Topper comes in both a softer and firmer model, so we spent three weeks testing both options. Here's why this memory foam bed booster impressed our side sleepers...
A good mattress makes a big difference to how well you sleep — here's why
Your mattress has the biggest impact on how comfy (or not) you feel in bed, how quickly you fall asleep, how often you wake up during the night, and how refreshed you feel in the morning
Avocado Green vs Birch Natural Mattress: Which organic bed is best for back sleeping?
We've tested the Birch Natural and the Avocado Green Mattress — here's how to choose between them if you're a back sleeper
Which mattresses are comparable to the Saatva Classic? 3 top picks from the Black Friday sales
The Saatva Classic remains our top pick for the best mattress but with options from DreamCloud, Bear and Brooklyn Bedding, is there a cheaper alternative that's just as good?
Saatva Zenhaven vs WinkBed EcoCloud: Which is the better all-natural latex mattress?
Should you choose the Saatva Zenhaven or the WinkBed EcoCloud? We compare these latex mattresses in terms of price, features, and benefits.
Saatva Classic vs WinkBed: Which mattress should you buy if you're a side sleeper with back pain?
Hotel-luxury for every sleep style but should you buy the WinkBed or Saatva Classic this Black Friday? We've tested them both and this is our expert opinion.
What is the Saatva HD Mattress — and should you buy it in the Black Friday sales?
You can now get $400 off the Saatva HD mattress, a luxury bed designed to support heavier bodies. But is it worth buying?
Saatva Classic vs Saatva RX: Which of these luxury mattresses for back pain should you buy in the Black Friday sales?
Can't decide between the Saatva Classic and the Saatva RX to ease your joint or back pain during sleep? See how they compare, then decide which one is worth buying in the Black Friday sales...
Innerspring vs pocket coil mattresses: which one is better for your sleep?
Confused about mattress coils? Here's everything you need to know about innerspring and pocket coil mattresses, and learn which one might better suit your sleep.
My mattress was secretly sabotaging my sleep — 4 signs you need to replace your bed
I slept on a mattress that needed replacing and paid the price. Here are the signs it’s time to bite the bullet and invest in a new one
Helix Midnight Luxe vs Helix Dusk Luxe mattress: Which luxury hybrid should you buy?
We look at the key differences between the Helix Midnight Luxe and the Helix Dusk Luxe to see which luxury hybrid mattress performs best on price, design, comfort, and support.
Queen mattress vs king: Which bed size is best for your sleep?
Queen and king mattresses both offer plenty of space for couples and solo sleepers, but which one best suits your bedroom, budget, and sleep needs? Here's how to tell...
Helix Midnight vs Helix Midnight Luxe: Which mattress for side sleepers should you buy?
In our Helix Midnight vs Helix Midnight Luxe showdown, we put these side sleeper mattresses side-by-side according to their support, comfort, design, price, and performance.
Saatva Contour5 vs Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Cloud: Which memory foam mattress do you want to sink into?
If you’re in the market for a luxury memory foam mattress, the Saatva Contour5 and Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Cloud should be at the top of your list. Here's how to decide between them.
DreamCloud Classic vs Helix Midnight Luxe: Which luxury mattress in a box should you buy?
Across price, design, and comfort, we explore the key differences between the DreamCloud Classic and the Helix Midnight Luxe.
Avocado Green vs Naturepedic Concerto mattress: Which organic latex hybrid is best for your sleep?
The Avocado Green and Naturepedic Concerto Organic Pillow Top are both leading organic mattresses, but which one is right for your sleeping style? We break it down.
Saatva Classic vs Naturepedic Concerto Mattress: Which luxury hybrid is best for your sleep?
The Saatva Classic and Naturepedic Concerto have a lot to offer — here's how to choose between these two luxe mattresses
