Jo Plumridge
Jo Plumridge is an experienced mattress reviewer with several years' experience covering all things mattresses and sleep, and who tests memory foam, hybrid and organic mattresses. What Jo doesn't know about a boxed mattress isn't worth knowing, so naturally we tasked her with producing a series of features for Tom's Guide looking at all aspects of mattresses, from how to pick between latex and memory foam (it's a tricky one), to the seven mistakes people make when buying a mattress for the first time. When testing the DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid for Tom's Guide, Jo said: "I loved the back support and pressure relief it offered. Plus, it looks far more expensive than it is." When she isn’t writing about sleep, Jo also writes extensively on interior design, home products and photography.
Latest articles by Jo Plumridge

Which mattresses are endorsed by the American Chiropractic Association for back pain relief?
By Jo Plumridge published
Should you buy a back pain mattress just because it's endorsed by the ACA? We take a look....

I'm a pro mattress tester with back pain — the Saatva mattress I'd buy in today's Black Friday sale
By Jo Plumridge published
Saatva's Black Friday sale takes $400 off all sizes of the Saatva RX Mattress, my favorite bed for back pain support

What is the Nectar Classic Memory Foam Mattress and should you buy it in today’s flash sale?
By Jo Plumridge published
The Daylight Savings Flash Sale means the Nectar Classic Memory Foam Mattress is just $599 for a queen, but is it the right fit for your body and should you buy it today?

Viscosoft launches new hybrid mattress topper made from over five pounds of upcycled ocean plastic
By Jo Plumridge published
The Viscosoft Hybrid Lux mattress topper offers eco-friendly credentials with a supportive 2-in-1 design

I've been searching for the top fall bedding sales — here's 5 deals I'd shop for an extra cozy bedroom
By Jo Plumridge published
I've rounded up the 5 best deals on bedding this fall for an extra cozy bedroom — here's why they're worth taking advantage of

What is the Winkbed Plus and should you buy it?
By Jo Plumridge published
The WinkBed Plus mattress is praised for its excellent support, so we're looking at price, design, and comfort to see if it's the right choice for you.

Firm vs extra firm mattresses: What's the difference in feel and who should sleep on one?
By Jo Plumridge published
Not sure whether a firm or extra firm mattress is right for you? Here we look at the price, comfort, and support of each so you can find the perfect match for your sleep needs.

Helix Midnight Luxe vs Nolah Evolution 15": Which mattress for lower back pain is right for you?
By Jo Plumridge published
Is the Helix Midnight Luxe or the Nolah Evolution 15” the right mattress to help you snooze without any aches and pains?

I’m a mattress tester with back pain — this is the cooling bed topper I’d buy this week
By Jo Plumridge published
Save up to 55% on the soothing Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt + Cooling Mattress Topper with this unmissable Amazon deal

5 things to expect after buying a latex mattress
By Jo Plumridge published
Durable, eco-friendly and great at temperature regulation – your new latex mattress has lots to offer. But what should you expect when it arrives at your front door?

What is the Saatva HD mattress and should you buy it?
By Jo Plumridge published
You can now save 15% on the Saatva HD mattress, a luxury bed designed to support heavier bodies. But is it worth buying?

Purple vs Leesa Original: Which memory foam mattress is best for your sleep?
By Jo Plumridge published
How to choose between the Leesa Original foams and Purple's unique grid support in this mattress head-to-head.

I’m a mattress tester with back pain — here’s the best mattress topper deal I’d buy after Prime Day
By Jo Plumridge last updated
Can't buy a new mattress to ease your bad back? Check out this Amazon Prime Day mattress topper deal while it's still live and get up to $254 off this model from Tempur-Pedic.

The 5 best Prime Day mattress deals to shop away from Amazon, according to a mattress tester
By Jo Plumridge published
It may be Prime Day but Amazon isn't the only game in town for mattress deals. As a mattress tester, here's why you should shop these five offers away from Amazon instead.

What is a split queen mattress and should you buy one?
By Jo Plumridge published
A split queen mattress is a good solution for couples with different sleep needs — here's what you need to know.

Puffy Cloud vs Puffy Royal: Which boxed mattress is right for you?
By Jo Plumridge published
It’s a Puffy head-to-head to help you decide if an all-foam or hybrid mattress is the right fit for your sleeping style

Puffy Cloud vs Leesa Original: Which memory foam mattress suits your sleep?
By Jo Plumridge published
We compare the Puffy Cloud and Leesa Original mattresses in our memory foam head-to-head

Helix Midnight Luxe vs Helix Dusk Luxe mattress: Which luxury hybrid should you buy?
By Jo Plumridge published
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.

How to choose the right mattress for lower back pain, according to a chiropractor
By Jo Plumridge published
If you’re waking up with lower back pain every day, it might be time for a new mattress. But what’s the best choice? We asked a chiropractor for their advice.

Are soft mattresses bad for your back? A spine surgeon answers
By Jo Plumridge published
Can a soft mattress be supportive or are they all bad for your back? We spoke to a spinal surgeon to find out more

8 key questions to ask yourself before buying a new mattress
By Jo Plumridge published
Looking for a new mattress, but not sure what type you need? 8 key questions to ask yourself before you buy

Bear Mattress launches huge 40% off Labor Day sale with up to $500 of free bedding
By Jo Plumridge published
Save up to $676 on Bear's cheapest memory foam mattress and get free pillows, bed sheets and a mattress protector in today's epic Labor Day sale.

I test the world's best firm mattresses — 7 I'd buy in today’s Labor Day sales
By Jo Plumridge published
If you’re looking for a top-rated firm mattress to support your back, these are the 7 I’d buy in today’s Labor Day sales.
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