Jo Plumridge

Jo Plumridge

Mattress tester and sleep writer

Jo Plumridge is an experienced mattress reviewer with several years' experience covering all things mattresses and sleep, and who tests memory foam, hybrid and organic mattresses. What Jo doesn't know about a boxed mattress isn't worth knowing, so naturally we tasked her with producing a series of features for Tom's Guide looking at all aspects of mattresses, from how to pick between latex and memory foam (it's a tricky one), to the seven mistakes people make when buying a mattress for the first time. When testing the DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid for Tom's Guide, Jo said: "I loved the back support and pressure relief it offered. Plus, it looks far more expensive than it is." When she isn’t writing about sleep, Jo also writes extensively on interior design, home products and photography.

Latest articles by Jo Plumridge

A comparison photo showing a Helix mattress directly next to a Helix mattress topper

You need a new mattress but don't have the budget — is a new topper worth buying this World Sleep Day instead?

By Jo Plumridge published

Presented by Helix Sleep

If your mattress needs replacing, you may not have the budget to buy a new one. But is a bed topper a good alternative?

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The image shows Tom's Guide's testers unpacking the Siena Memory Foam Mattress

How to make your cheap mattress last longer — 5 pro tips

By Jo Plumridge published

Cheap mattresses can last longer if you know how to look after them. Here’s five things you can do to keep them in good condition for longer.

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A hand feels a cheap mattress under $100 for a queen to see if it's worth buying.

5 top tips for buying your first mattress in today's Presidents' Day sales

By Jo Plumridge published

Presidents’ Day has arrived but what should you be thinking about before you buy a new mattress?

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A Tempur Pedic Tempur Ergo power bed base with a mattress on top in the centre of a modern decorated bedroom

What is the Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Ergo Smart Base and should you buy it?

By Jo Plumridge last updated

The Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Ergo Smart Base is full of advanced features for better sleep, but is it the right bed base for you?

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A woman with long dark hair holds her back which is sore after sleeping on a mattress that's too firm for her

5 reasons your back pain is worse in the morning — and what you can do to help

By Jo Plumridge published

If you’re waking up with back pain, you may need to look at your bedroom setup. Here are the key causes of morning back pain and how to avoid them.

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A woman feeling the side and top of a mattress as she shops

How to choose a budget mattress for back pain and get it right — 5 pro tips

By Jo Plumridge published

Bad back? Here's how to choose a budget mattress for back pain and get it right — tips from a pro tester.

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A man sat on the edge of his memory foam bed after waking up with back pain, holding his back

Do memory foam mattresses cause back pain?

By Jo Plumridge published

If you experience back pain, you’ll know how important the right mattress is. We explain how memory foam mattresses can cause back pain — and how they can also help.

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Two testers for Tom's Guide sat on the Nectar Luxe mattress and smiling at each other

9 things to expect after buying a memory foam mattress

By Jo Plumridge last updated

Everything to expect after buying a memory foam mattress, from when you get it through the door to actually sleeping on it

Mattress Care
The WinkBed mattress on a bed frame directly next to the Helix Midnight Luxe mattress on a bed frame

Winkbed vs Helix Midnight Luxe: Which luxury hybrid mattress should you buy for back pain

By Jo Plumridge published

Both the WinkBed and the Helix Midnight Luxe offer enhanced lumbar support, but which one will best suit you? We've tested them both, here's what we think

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a photo of a woman sat on her bed, holding her lower back

Are hybrid mattresses good for back pain?

By Jo Plumridge published

Is a hybrid mattress the best choice if you’re experiencing back pain? We take a closer look.

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The image shows the Tempur Pedic Tempur ProAdapt mattress on a brown bed foundation against a sage green wall

How much do Tempur-Pedic mattresses cost and where can you find the cheapest prices?

By Jo Plumridge last updated

This is how much you can expect to pay for a Tempur-Pedic mattress, along with advice on where to find the best bargains.

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Woman side sleeping while hugging a pillow

5 quick tips to make an old mattress feel new again

By Jo Plumridge published

If your bed isn’t quite as comfy as it used to be, but you’re feeling the post-Christmas pinch, we’ve got tips to improve the comfort and support of your mattress, for a better night's sleep.

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The Nectar Classic mattress directly next to the Saatva Contour5 mattress

Nectar Classic vs Saatva Contour5: Which memory foam mattress is right for you?

By Jo Plumridge published

They’re two of the most supportive and comfortable memory foam mattresses available, but is the Nectar Classic or the Saatva Contour5 the right choice for your sleeping style?

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A woman smiles while reading next to her husband who is asleep on his side on the Nectar Memory Foam Mattress

Do Nectar mattresses contain fiberglass? We look deeper at these top-rated beds

By Jo Plumridge published

In the market for a Nectar mattress but wondering if they contain fiberglass? We've taken a closer look. Here's what you can expect.

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Two mattress testers sat on the Saatva Classic mattress in a well-lit bedroom

Want the Saatva RX but don't have the budget? 5 extended Black Friday mattress deals to shop instead

By Jo Plumridge last updated

Want the Saatva RX but don’t have the budget? 5 cheaper mattresses to buy instead in the Black Friday sales.

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A woman lying on aPanda mattress on a wooden bed frame with a Tom's Guide Black Friday mattress deals label

I'm a sleep writer — 5 mattresses I'd buy in today's Black Friday sales

By Jo Plumridge published

I've slept on and tested scores of mattress, here's 5 I'd buy in today's Black Friday sales

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The image shows the DreamCloud Hybrid Mattress on a blue bed frame in a neutral bedroom

DreamCloud Hybrid Mattress review

By Jo Plumridge published

Is the new DreamCloud Hybrid mattress the answer to back pain? We tested it to find out

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An Emma Cooling Elite mattress on a grey bedframe

Emma Black Friday mattress deals 2024: Up to 55% off top-rated mattresses

By Jo Plumridge last updated

Emma is offering half-price on some of their top-rated mattresses including the premium Elite mattress.

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The DreamCloud Hybrid mattress on a wooden bedrame in a spacious bedroom

I’m testing DreamCloud’s new hybrid mattress — and my back pain has already improved

By Jo Plumridge published

I’m a week into testing the new DreamCloud Hybrid mattress — and my back pain is already better. Here are my thoughts.

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Siena Memory Foam Mattress unboxing

6 things to expect after buying a mattress in a box

By Jo Plumridge published

They’re convenient, often far cheaper and easier to get into your home. But what else should you expect after buying a mattress in a box?

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The image shows the Helix Midnight Luxe on the left of the image and the Helix Dusk Luxe on the right

Helix Midnight Luxe vs Helix Dusk Luxe: Which mattress for back pain should you buy in the Black Friday sales?

By Jo Plumridge published

Helix’s USP is that it makes a mattress to suit every body type. But is the Helix Midnight Luxe or the Helix Dusk Luxe the best option for back pain?

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The Saatva RX mattress on a luxury grey fabric bedframe with a Black Friday sales label overlaid on the bottom left

I'm a pro mattress tester with back pain — the Saatva mattress I'd buy in today's Black Friday sale

By Jo Plumridge published

Saatva's Black Friday sale takes $400 off all sizes of the Saatva RX Mattress, my favorite bed for back pain support

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A woman placing the Viscosoft Hybrid Lux mattress topper on her mattress

Viscosoft launches new hybrid mattress topper made from over five pounds of upcycled ocean plastic

By Jo Plumridge published

The Viscosoft Hybrid Lux mattress topper offers eco-friendly credentials with a supportive 2-in-1 design

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The Simba Hybrid Pro Mattress on a bed in a well lit room

I'm a mattress tester with back pain – these are the Simba hybrid beds I'd buy in today’s 20% off Halloween sale

By Jo Plumridge published

Simba’s Halloween sale is on now until 31 October, with 20% off all mattresses.

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The WinkBeds Plus mattress on a bed frame with a duvet in a brightly lit room

What is the Winkbed Plus and should you buy it?

By Jo Plumridge published

The WinkBed Plus mattress is praised for its excellent support, so we're looking at price, design, and comfort to see if it's the right choice for you.

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