Grace Franks
Grace Franks is a freelance mattress reviewer and sleep writer for Tom's Guide, with published mattress and sleep content on other key Future sites too, including TechRadar and T3. She has slept on a range of mattresses for work, including memory foam and hybrid models, putting them to the test to see just how comfy and supportive they are — and crucially, whether they are worth your money. While Grace tests a wide range of mattresses, she loves a good memory foam one: "I just like that cosy feeling of being hugged during sleep."
Grace has also written a series of in-depth mattress comparison articles for Tom's Guide, exploring the pros and cons of popular US and UK mattresses to help you find the right one for your sleep needs. She has also produced a guide to mattress sizes and why they matter, plus guidance on how to look after your new mattress once you get it home. Have a burning desire to know the major differences between a memory foam and a hybrid mattress? Want to know whether Saatva is a better luxury natural sleep brand than Avocado Green? Grace can help.
When it comes to writing about sleep, Grace loves nothing more than testing the latest sleep hack or method to see if they work or whether they are pure hype. "I love the 4 7 8 Sleep Method and use it to not only help me drop off faster, but to calm down if I'm feeling stressed during the day," she says. You can read her various articles on sleep on Tom's Guide, from her piece on busting major sleep myths to how the 10-3-2-1-0 sleep rule works.
Latest articles by Grace Franks

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In our full vs queen mattress comparison, we explain the key differences and pros and cons of both sizes.

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The 10-3-2-1-0 sleep rule is all over social media but this isn’t a new secret formula. It will help you fall asleep quickly and sleep through the night, though. Here’s how…

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We explain how to choose between a mattress protector vs bed topper for better sleep

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Find out what to expect from a hybrid mattress and whether it suits your sleep

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Organic mattresses have big benefits for your sleep, but they aren't the best choice for everyone. Here's why...

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If you find it difficult to get good-quality sleep during the winter months, you’re not alone. We look at why the season affects our slumber and what we can do to get a good night’s rest.

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We reviewed the Simba Hybrid Original to see if this five-layered hybrid mattress really does deliver a cosy night’s sleep.

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We compare polyurethane vs memory foam mattresses on feel, support, price, and more to see which material makes the best mattress for you.

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Falling asleep briefly during the day is a red flag for sleep deprivation – here's how to spot if you're having a microsleep and what to do about it, according to a sleep expert.

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The 15-minute-sleep rule is a tried-and-tested trick to help you beat insomnia.

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Tried-and-tested techniques to help you drop off, however long you've got.

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The 'Spring Forward' clock change means you lose an hour of sleep this weekend – here's how to deal with it, starting tonight.

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The body scan meditation can help you feel calmer and fall asleep faster – here's how to do it .

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Worried that napping during the day will make you sleep badly at night? Think again as a TikTok doctor shares top tips on how to nap

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We explore how taking a coffee nap can help you combat daytime sleepiness.

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The Tempur Hybrid Elite is supportive and breathable, with NASA-developed foam for comfort. Here’s our official review…

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It's Nectar vs Purple as we pit these two popular boxed mattresses against one another on price, quality and comfort.

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Saatva and Avocado make luxury latex mattresses, but which brand wins for comfort, support and sustainability? Let's find out…

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Learn how to feng shui your bedroom, including where to position your bed for better sleep, according to an expert.

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Is your mattress in need of some TLC? Here’s how to make it more comfortable, whether that’s softer, firmer, cooler or cleaner.

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We explain the pros and cons of twin vs full size mattresses, and which sleepers and spaces they suit best.

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Getting decent shut-eye boosts our bodies and brains, but did you know about these lesser-known benefits of sleep?

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Waking up feeling refreshed isn’t easy for everyone, so here look at some of the best ways to rise and shine.
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