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

5 queen mattresses under $700 I’d buy in the Memorial Day sales to improve my sleep, from DreamCloud, Nectar, and more
By Ruth Jones last updated
We've tested all bar one of these mid-range mattress and they're fantastic - there's an option here for every sleep style

This is my second Memorial Day as a sleep writer — here are all the mattress buying tips I’ve learned in the past year
By Ruth Jones published
Finding the Memorial Day sales overwhelming? That was me last year — here's everything I've learned since, to help you find the right mattress at the right price.

Want the 5-star Saatva Classic but have a smaller budget? 3 alternatives we recommend in Memorial Day sales
By Ruth Jones published
The Saatva Classic is our favorite mattress but these three alternatives impressed our sleep experts for less.

What's the best mattress in a box 2025? Our experts have tested dozens of them — these are the top 10
By Claire Davies last updated
Our sleep experts have tested all the latest mattresses in a box to bring you our top picks for every budget and sleep style — comfort and convenience combined.

The biggest discount you'll get on the Saatva Classic is back — why you should buy this 5-star luxury mattress before Memorial Day
By Ruth Jones published
We think the Saatva Classic mattress is worth the splurge and with $400 off today it's the best price we've seen in months.

What mattress does the Four Seasons Hotel use — and where to buy them
By Ruth Jones last updated
We look at what makes the Four Seasons Signature Mattress so luxurious — plus what affordable alternatives compare

My mom has knee pain and this is the one mattress feature she can't sleep without — 5 beds you can find it in during Memorial Day sales
By Ruth Jones published
Edge support is my mom's top priority when shopping for a new mattress — here's why it should be one of yours this Memorial Day.

I prefer firm mattresses — 3 I'd buy in Memorial Day sales after sleeping on them
By Ruth Jones published
Switching to firm mattresses has transformed my sleep — here's what I'd buy in the Memorial Day sales, from $179.

Saatva's most affordable mattress drops to $949 in Memorial Day sale — how to get luxury for less
By Ruth Jones published
The Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress delivers Saatva's signature luxury and you can save $400 in the Memorial Day sale with our link

Should you buy a queen or full size mattress this Memorial Day? Here's how to tell
By Ruth Jones last updated
Our expert guide to full and queen size mattresses, including how to decide which size is right for your sleep needs this Memorial Day.

I never thought I'd want a cheap foam mattress but the Siena Essential proved me wrong — and it's $179 for a queen
By Ruth Jones published
The Siena Essential Mattress is a budget-friendly gel memory foam mattresses and it's cheaper than ever at Amazon with a queen only $179.

How to save on a Tempur-Pedic mattress this Memorial Day — I’m a sleep writer, here are my tips
By Ruth Jones published
I track mattress prices — here's how to get the best price on a Tempur-Pedic mattress in the Memorial Day sales

I tried the biggest mattress size you can buy — here’s what you need to know about Alaskan king beds
By Ruth Jones published
Alaskan king mattresses are among the biggest bed sizes — we squeezed on five people and a dog. Here's what you need to know.

Eight Sleep vs Sleep Number: Which smart mattress should you buy if you snore?
By Ruth Jones last updated
Can Eight Sleep or Sleep Number smart beds stop your snoring? We explore which deal to shop this Presidents' Day.

5 signs you need a bed topper and not a new mattress in the Memorial Day sales
By Ruth Jones last updated
Thinking of buying a mattress this Memorial Day? You may only need to buy a bed topper instead if you spot these signs.

Save $400 on the Saatva Classic, the mattress we think '99% of you will sleep comfortably on'
By Ruth Jones published
This deal marks a return to biggest saving you'll get on the Saatva Classic this year

I track mattress sales for a living — 5 early Memorial Day deals you should shop this weekend
By Ruth Jones published
Don't wait for Memorial Day — I've found the biggest mattress sales to shop today, with deals from Saatva, Helix and more.

Which size Saatva mattress should you buy in the Memorial Day sales?
By Ruth Jones published
Twin? Queen? Split Cal king? We explore Saatva mattress sizes you can save on in the Memorial Day sales.

How to try a Saatva mattress before you buy in the Memorial Day sales
By Ruth Jones published
After testing the Saatva Classic we rated it our favorite mattress — here's how you can try it for yourself this Memorial Day.

The Mattress Firm Memorial Day sale is here — save up to $480 on a comfy new bed
By Ruth Jones published
I've searched the Mattress Firm Memorial Day sale to find today's best deals, with offers from Serta, Sealy, Zinus and more.

'Game-changing': Headspace's new Better Sleep course shown to reduce insomnia symptoms fast
By Ruth Jones published
We explore how a CBT-I inspired Headspace course has been helping users sleep better, reduce symptoms of insomnia, and feel happier overall.

Experts reveal how long caffeine stays in your body — and it might be the reason you can't sleep
By Ruth Jones published
Caffeine can linger in your body many hours after consumption — we explore how this impacts your sleep.

Casper’s new plush mattress for side sleepers could change the face of memory foam beds as we know it
By Ruth Jones published
The Casper Cloud One mattress features an innovative memory foam core. Could this change sleep comfort as we know it?
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