Rachael Penn
Rachael has been a freelance journalist for 15 years for various publications including Tom’s Guide, Creative Bloq, Independent, The Spectator, Daily Express and more. She has written extensively on home and technology news as well as reviewed hundreds of products across home and technology. She has a keen interest in AI and also written articles on this topic for Tom’s Guide. She also enjoys reviewing home, travel and tech gadgets, especially anything that has been designed to make life easier like smart home gadgets. She’s covered most tech including laptops, cameras, projectors, smartphones, headphones and more. When she isn’t writing Rachael can be found working out on her peloton, taking her two dogs — Murray a Sealyham terrier and Maggie a West Highland terrier on walks and getting sucked into a rabbit hole of watching true crime documentaries.
Latest articles by Rachael Penn

This mattress vacuum will show you how dusty your bed really is — and it's 30% off
By Rachael Penn published
A dusty bed can trigger allergies as well as attract dust mites, but a decent mattress vacuum can help. Save $54.99 on this model in time-limited sale.

Saatva Classic vs Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid: Which pillow top mattress should you buy
By Rachael Penn published
In our Saatva Classic vs Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid showdown, we compare these two popular mattresses to help you find the right fit for your needs and budget.

Last chance for Christmas delivery! 3 budget-friendly mattresses with free fast shipping
By Rachael Penn published
If you need a new bed fast we’ve pulled together 3 of our top-rated budget-friendly mattresses with free super fast shipping so you can enjoy a new sleep surface before Christmas arrives.

DreamCloud vs Linenspa 8” Memory Foam Hybrid: Which budget mattress is right for you?
By Rachael Penn published
We compare the DreamCloud and the Linenspa 8” Memory Foam Hybrid on price, design, materials, comfort and support. But which is right for you?

Ghostbed Luxe vs Cocoon by Sealy Chill: Which cooling mattress should couples choose?
By Rachael Penn published
We explore the key differences between the GhostBed Luxe vs the Cocoon by Sealy Chill, to help you decide which is the most cooling mattress for couples

Saatva Classic vs Casper Dream mattress: Which hotel-style hybrid is better for your sleep?
By Rachael Penn published
We explore the key differences between the Saatva Classic vs Casper Dream mattress, comparing design, price, comfort and much more to help you find the right mattress

I've written over 25 mattress cleaning articles — These are the best 3 tips I've learnt
By Rachael Penn published
I'm a mattress cleaning expert. There are my top tips to deep clean your mattress in time for holiday guests

How to clean a DreamCloud hybrid mattress
By Rachael Penn published
Discover the secret of how to clean your DreamCloud Hybrid mattress and keep it in good condition for longer in our guide.

Bear Original vs Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid: Which mattress under $1,000 should you buy?
By Rachael Penn published
We break down the key differences between the Bear Original and Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid to help you decide which is the best mattress for you under $1,000

Banish bed bugs! 3 mattress encasement deals still live in Cyber Monday sales
By Rachael Penn published
Invest in a fully zippered mattress encasement to protect your bed against bed bugs, scabies, dust mites and more. Here are the best 3 deals to shop in the extended Cyber Monday sales

Last Chance! 5 extended Cyber Monday mattress deals perfect for side sleepers
By Rachael Penn published
Get a queen mattress for side sleepers for under $1,000 with these extended Cyber Monday deals — including Helix, DreamCloud and Purple...

I'm a sleep writer — these are the 5 best king mattresses under $1,000 I’d buy this Cyber Monday
By Rachael Penn published
Yes, it's possible to buy a quality king-size mattress for less than a grand this Cyber Monday. Here's how...

Love the Avocado Green Mattress but not its price tag? Check out these affordable Cyber Monday organic mattress deals
By Rachael Penn published
The Avocado Green is the best organic mattress, but if your budget won’t quite stretch that far, here are 3 alternatives to buy in the Cyber Monday sales instead.

The 3 best fiberglass-free mattress deals to shop in this year's Cyber Monday sales
By Rachael Penn published
If you're looking for a fiberglass-free mattress in the Cyber Monday sales, we've rounded up three of our favorites

Buy today, sleep on it by the weekend — 3 Cyber Monday mattress deals with ultra-fast shipping
By Rachael Penn published
Our round-up of mattress deals that offer the fastest shipping times this Cyber Monday, including Nectar, GhostBed and DreamCloud

Recreate hotel luxury at home with these 5 mattress and bedding Cyber Monday deals
By Rachael Penn published
Give your bedroom a luxury makeover with these top deals on mattresses, bedding and accessories in the Cyber Monday sales

Queen size mattress vs full: Which should you buy this Cyber Weekend?
By Rachael Penn published
We're weighing up queen vs full size mattresses so you can choose the right bed for you in the Cyber Monday mattress sales

Still live! 3 Black Friday mattress deals with free premium White Glove delivery
By Rachael Penn published
Saatva, Cocoon by Sealy and Stearns & Foster — 3 Cyber Weekend mattress deals that come with free white glove delivery.

Who should buy the Saatva Classic mattress in Black Friday sales? Plus 3 people who shouldn’t
By Rachael Penn published
The Saatva Classic is our top-rated mattress and with $400 off during the Black Friday sales, we share who should and shouldn’t buy this mattress.

5 Black Friday mattress deals for stomach sleepers — starting from just $169
By Rachael Penn published
We’ve rounded up the best Black Friday mattress deals for stomach sleepers from favorites including Helix, Nectar, and Siena.

5 ultra plush mattress deals for side and lightweight sleepers this Black Friday
By Rachael Penn published
An ultra plush mattress blends comfort with sink-in softness. Here are five cloudlike beds you should buy this Black Friday.

I'm a sleep writer — these are the 5 best queen mattresses you can buy for under $500 in the Black Friday sales
By Rachael Penn published
Want a cheap queen mattress this Black Friday? Here are five of the best deals for less than $500, featuring Siena, Zinus, Tuft & Needle, and more.

Quick! Siena drops to its lowest ever price in huge Amazon Black Friday deal — buy a queen for $340
By Rachael Penn published
Amazon has slashed the budget-friendly Siena Memory Foam Mattress down to as low as $169 in new Black Friday mattress deal
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