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

I track mattress sales for a living and this is the best deal I've ever seen on the Casper Cloud One
By Ruth Jones published
The new Casper Cloud One is a plush mattress for side sleepers and in the early 4th of July sale you can save up to $250.

I've tried the Midnight Luxe mattress and it's a dream for side sleepers — but there's a different luxury hybrid I'd buy in the Helix sale
By Ruth Jones published
I'm a mattress tester and this is my guide to the top picks of the Helix mattress sale with 27% off top-rated luxury hybrid beds.

Baking soda for self tan stains — plus other tips for keeping your mattress clean this summer
By Ruth Jones published
From self tan to sweat to sand, expert mattress cleaning tips for keeping your bed clean even as you enjoy the summer.

70% of college students don't get enough rest — 5 tips to transform your dorm room into a sleep sanctuary
By Ruth Jones published
Good sleep helps us learn — we've done our homework to find the best tips to help college students get more and better sleep.

Sleep apnea is on the rise and climate change is to blame, study shows
By Ruth Jones last updated
Climate change is coming for your sleep as study links rising temperatures to increased cases of severe sleep apnea — here's what we know.

The best Amazon mattress under $400 in 2025: Expert-recommended beds at low prices
By Ruth Jones last updated
We've found all the best mattresses on Amazon under $400 for a queen, tested by our experts and approved by Amazon customers

I slept terribly for days until I went against this expert advice to beat my fatigue
By Ruth Jones published
Oversleeping can ruin play havoc with your body clock but after a week of bad sleep I needed to ditch the alarm and enjoy some extra shut-eye

The best mattresses for college students in 2025: Upgrade your dorm with expert-tested beds
By Ruth Jones last updated
Good sleep can improve memory and learning — with these expert-recommended mattresses for college students, you can enjoy better rest all semester.

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.

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 Ruth Jones 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.

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.
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