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Two of our mattress testers sit on the Siena Signature Mattress on a bed frame in our testing studio. On the left, Nicola Appleton sits close to the side of the mattress to test the edge support. On the right, Frances Daniels sits on the sleeping area of the bed to better understand the comfort.

An expensive mattress isn't always best — meet the cheap memory foam bed that outperformed many luxury rivals in our testing

By Frances Daniels published

We've tested and re-tested the Siena Signature Mattress, and this budget memory foam impressed in these three benefits...

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A collage of images showing the memory foam mattress testing process in our sleep lab. Top left, we test thermal imaging by using a phone with a thermal imaging camera, looking down on the mattress on which a member of our testing team lies. Top right, we test motion isolation, as one tester lies on the left side of the bed and the other jumps onto the right side. Bottom left, another motion isolation test, as two testers stand on the right side of the mattress using a tape measure and rig to determine where to drop the slam ball. Bottom right, we test pressure relief using a laser pen, trained on our testers back as she lies in side sleeping position

Memory foam mattress myths debunked — 4 things I’ve learned about all foam beds after testing them from head-to-toe

By Ruth Jones published

Memory foam mattresses have a certain reputation but after extensive testing both at-home and in our sleep lab, it's time for a foam rethink.

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Two of our mattress testers sitting on the navy and white Bear Elite Hybrid mattress on wooden bedframe in sleep studio with blue walls, wooden bedside table, plant and black chair.

The best cooling mattress 2025: 6 expert-recommended beds for hot sleepers

By Eve Davies last updated

We've tested all the latest and greatest cooling mattresses and have selected these six as the best options for hot sleepers to buy.

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The image shows the Saatva Classic mattress on the left hand side and the WinkBed on the right in a side by side comparison

Saatva Classic vs WinkBed: Which mattress should you buy if you're a side sleeper with back pain?

By Jo Plumridge last updated

Hotel-luxury for every sleep style but should you buy the WinkBed or Saatva Classic this Black Friday? We've tested them both and this is our expert opinion.

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Hatch Restore 3 sunrise alarm clock

Don't wait for Black Friday — the Hatch sunrise alarm clock just plummeted to it's lowest ever price

By Eve Davies published

The Hatch Restore 3 just dropped back to its lowest ever price. This is the sunrise alarm clock I'd snap up before Black Friday for easier wake-ups.

Sleep Tech
A college of Saatva High-Density Foam Mattress Topper images pasted onto a blue-green gradient background.

Saatva’s best-selling mattress topper isn’t in the Black Friday sale — so I’d buy this cheaper alternative instead

By Frances Daniels published

There’s no Black Friday deal on the popular Graphite Memory Foam Mattress Topper, so save up to $70 with this cheaper option from the brand instead

Mattress Toppers
A collage of the Eight Sleep Pod 5 Ultra smart mattress system with Tom's Guide's Black Friday mattress deals logo

Finally! The Eight Sleep Pod 5 has plummeted to its lowest price yet — save up to $400 before Black Friday

By Eve Davies published

This is the Black Friday deal I've been waiting for — the cooling Eight Sleep Pod 5 smart mattress and smart bedding are at their lowest price yet

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Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress

How long does a hybrid mattress last? Plus 3 signs you need to replace yours

By Ruth Jones last updated

A hybrid mattress won't last forever, and in this guide we explore the key signs that it's time to replace your hybrid bed.

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The Tom's Guide Sleep Features Editor using the Huzi Infinity Pillow

I tried the viral Infinity travel pillow and it’s a gimmick — save your money (and your sleep) with these cheap alternatives

By Lauren Jeffries published

I put the viral Huzi Infinity Pillow to the test on a 10-hour flight and it failed spectacularly — here's why, plus three cheaper alternatives.

Pillows & Bedding
Our mattress tester wearing black silk pyjamas laying on her back on the Birch Elite mattress on wooden bedframe in warm lit bedroom with bedside plant, chair, unit, lamp and checkred rug

Don't ignore the 9 key signs that it’s time to buy a new mattress

By Claire Davies last updated

Is it time to replace your mattress? Here are nine telltale signs you need a new one — and three that you just need a new bed topper

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