
Ruth Jones
Ruth is a staff writer at Tom’s Guide, covering all things mattress and sleep. She has a deep interest in the link between sleep and health, and has tried enough mattresses to know the right bed really can make a difference to your wellbeing. At Tom’s Guide she writes to help people sleep better, from how-tos to the latest deals to mattress reviews, and has interviewed an array of specialists who share her passion. Before joining the team at Tom’s Guide, Ruth worked as a sleep and mattress writer for our sister website, TechRadar.
Latest articles by Ruth Jones

The best mattresses for college students in 2025: Expert-tested beds for the new term
By Frances Daniels, Ruth Jones, Alison Barretta last updated
Heading back to school? These expert-tested mattresses for college students can help you get much-needed rest as you start the new term.

Rory McIlroy reveals impressive sleep routine as he aims for success in US Open
By Ruth Jones published
I'm a sleep expert and Rory McIlory's nighttime routine is a hole in one — here's how you can sleep like a golf pro.

Mouth taping promises better sleep, but experts warn of 'serious harm'
By Ruth Jones published
Mouth taping is TikTok's favorite sleep trend but a systematic review has found few benefits and plenty of risk associated with the viral hack.

The unexpected mattress hack that keeps you cool all summer long
By Ruth Jones published
Summer heatwaves keeping you awake? Your hardwood floor could help you sleep cooler with this mattress relocation tip.

Which mattresses are made in the US?
By Ruth Jones published
Want to beat potential tariff price hikes? We explore American-made mattress brands, tested and approved by our sleep experts.

Purple Mattress deals and sales for May 2025: Up to $400 off Purple's cheapest bed
By Louis Ramirez last updated
In the June Purple mattress sale you can get up to $400 off the affordable Purple Flex — our expert guide to the deals.

What is an RV mattress and how do you choose the right one for you?
By Ruth Jones published
Take good sleep on the road with our guide to RV mattress sizes, prices, types and how to find an RV mattress for your needs.

Best mattresses for stomach sleepers, according to experts
By Alison Barretta last updated
One of the few that sleeps on your front? These nine mattresses deliver the support stomach sleepers need, tested and approved by experts.

Memorial Day mattress sales: What you need to know
By Claire Davies last updated
Memorial Day is one of the best times of year to buy a mattress for less, with discounts to rival Black Friday from many of our favorite brands.

Emma mattress deals June 2025: Up to 60% off budget-friendly mattresses
By Ruth Jones last updated
June’s Emma mattress sales see large savings on both mattresses and bedding.

WinkBeds mattress deals for June 2025: $300 off luxury mattresses
By Ruth Jones last updated
You can save $300 on all luxury WinkBed mattresses this June with the generous evergreen discounts

Helix Dawn Mattress review 2025: A stomach sleeper's dream
By Ruth Jones last updated
The Helix Dawn Mattress' firm feel is designed to provide superior support to back and stomach sleepers. We slept on it for a month to out it to the test.

The best mattress sales in June 2025 — deals from Bear, DreamCloud, Nectar and more
By Louis Ramirez last updated
We've found the best mattress deals to shop this June, including money off top-rated cooling beds to beat the summer heat.

Bed bugs followed early humans out of the caves and into our cities, research shows — here's how to stop them invading your mattress
By Ruth Jones published
Research suggests bed bugs are human's first pests but we know all the tips and tricks to keep them out of your cave... I mean, your mattress.

Helix Dawn vs Plank Firm: which firm mattress should you buy?
By Ruth Jones published
We compare price, comfort and support of two of our expert's favorite firm mattresses to find if the Helix Dawn or Plank Firm is right for you.

Helix Dawn vs Helix Dusk Luxe: which mattress for back and stomach sleepers is right for you?
By Ruth Jones published
How do these supportive mattresses in a box compare? We weigh up the price, comfort and support of the Helix Dawn and Dusk Luxe.

Leesa founders launch new luxury mattress brand with cutting edge construction to suit all sleepers
By Ruth Jones published
From the co-founders of Leesa, the Tiami Mattress is designed to deliver refined comfort for all sleep styles.

Helix Memorial Day mattress sale 2025: Last chance to save 27% on hybrid mattresses
By Alison Barretta last updated
I'm a seasoned mattress tester and deal hunter — here are my picks of the Helix Memorial Day mattress sale 2025

Tempur-Pedic's Memorial Day sale just got exciting — save up to $1,300 with the adjustable base bundle
By Ruth Jones published
Tempur-Pedic's sale has gone stratospheric with 40% off NASA-inspired Tempur-Cloud mattress and zero gravity adjustable base.

Nectar, Bear and more — today's biggest memory foam mattress deals in the Memorial Day sales
By Ruth Jones published
Today's top memory foam mattress deals in the Memorial Day sales — save on Nectar, Bear, Saatva and more

5 items under $30 to get rid of bed bugs and prevent summer mattress infestations
By Ruth Jones published
Plus, the top deals on our fave hypoallergenic mattresses if your bed bug-infested mattress is beyond saving.

Mega Memorial Day budget mattress deal drops the Siena Essential bed to just $109 — shop before it's gone!
By Ruth Jones published
The Siena Essential mattress is down to its lowest price ever in the Memorial Day sales — here's why you should shop this budget bed.

Why you should buy a mattress in the Memorial Day sales — even though there are no epic deals
By Ruth Jones published
Tariffs are looming — if you need a new mattress, it's probably a good time to invest. Why I advise making the most of the Memorial Day sales.
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