Claire Davies

Claire Davies

Senior Sleep Editor, Certified Sleep Science Coach

Claire is a fully qualified journalist and Certified Sleep Science Coach with over 15 years’ product review experience. Claire is responsible for all mattress and sleep content published on Tom’s Guide, including our Best Mattress of 2024 buying guide. She is our expert on Saatva, DreamCloud, Nectar and Tempur-Pedic mattresses, and is also our in-house hybrid mattress specialist. Claire is certified to advise people on how to choose a mattress that best suits their sleep, body and budget, as well as helping them to create a nighttime routine and bedroom environment that promote good sleep. As Senior Sleep Editor, Claire takes the lead on developing and overseeing rigorous testing procedures for our mattress reviews, both at home and in our fully equipped Sleep Studio. Claire leads a team of experienced sleep and mattress specialists who report on and test a wide range of mattress and sleep products, and she also writes about all things related to sleep, and has interviewed a wealth of experts including mattress designers and buyers, neuroscientists, and doctors of sleep medicine. 

Latest articles by Claire Davies

A black suitcase in front of a white mattress in a stylish hotel room

I’m a mattress tester — 3 things I do before sleeping in a hotel bed

By Claire Davies published

Three steps to getting a good (and hygienic) night's sleep on a hotel mattress.

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Presidents' Day mattress sales image shows Saatva, Nectar, DreamCloud and purple mattresses which are among 2024's best sales

Presidents' Day mattress sales 2024 — best deals still available

By Louis Ramirez last updated

Presidents' Day mattress sales are still live, with hundreds of dollars to be saved on Saatva, DreamCloud, Sleep Number and more.

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A couple sit and laugh on top of the DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid Mattress, with a blue price drop mattress sales badge overlaid on the image

I test hybrid mattresses for work — these 3 Presidents' Day sales are the best I've seen

By Claire Davies published

The hybrid mattresses I recommend to all sleepers are on sale this Presidents' Day with up to 50% off.

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A man with dark hair and a woman with red hair go mattress shopping together

I’m a mattress expert — the biggest mistake people make when choosing a mattress

By Claire Davies published

I test mattresses for a living and this is the one thing I recommend avoiding when buying a new mattress – and the 5 things I do recommend.

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Image shows the Saatva Classic Mattress on a beige bedframe overlooking a sparkling blue, with a blue price drop badge overlaid on the image

I test the world’s best mattresses and my No. 1 choice is $400 off right now

By Claire Davies last updated

Save $400 on the Saatva Classic mattress thanks to this exclusive Presidents’ Day sale offer, with prices from $895.

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Image shows the Avocado Eco Organic Mattress on a wooden frame with an acoustic guitar leaning against the base

I’m a mattress expert — the 5 best early Presidents’ Day sales to shop this weekend

By Claire Davies published

If you want to buy a top-rated mattress in a box at a cheaper price, this weekend’s sales are serving up some big discounts ahead of Presidents’ Day, with up to $2,699 in savings.

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A couple sit and laugh on top of the DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid Mattress, with a blue price drop mattress sales badge overlaid on the image

I’m a mattress editor — these are the 3 best sales to shop before Presidents’ Day

By Claire Davies published

Tempur-Pedic, Nectar and DreamCloud are having huge flash sales today – don’t wait for Presidents’ Day and miss these.

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Beautyrest Harmony Lux mattress placed on a wooden bedframe with a blue price drop sales badge overlaid

Beautyrest Harmony Lux mattress gets a big price drop in new Presidents' Day sale

By Claire Davies published

Beautyrest launches its big Presidents’ Day sale with up to $1,100 off mattress and adjustable bed sets, including the Harmony Lux hybrid.

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A woman with long dark hair feels the firmness of a mattress she is looking at

How firm should a mattress be? A guide to the different levels and how to pick

By Claire Davies published

Unsure which mattress firmness suits you best? Here’s a guide to the different levels and how to choose the right feel for you.

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The Relyon Bridgwater Dunlopillo Latex Mattress photographed on a wooden bed frame in a natural looking bedroom with pampas grass in the corner

Relyon Bridgwater Dunlopillo Latex Mattress review 2024: Hotel luxury at its best

By Emily Peck published

Is the medium-firm Relyon Bridgwater Dunlopillo Latex Mattress as sumptuous and supportive as it suggests? We review it to find out.

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The Tempur-Pedic Tempur Cloud mattress on. blue fabric frame in a blue bedroom

Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Cloud mattress review 2024

By Diana Kelly Levey published

Tempur-Pedic is known for its traditional-style mattresses, so how good is the Tempur-Cloud boxed bed? We review it to find out.

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Leesa Sapira mattress

Leesa Sapira Hybrid mattress review 2024

By Michele Ross last updated

The Leesa Sapira is a best-selling hybrid mattress combining coils with high quality foams, but is it any good? We reviewed it to find out.

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A woman with dark hair wakes up happy after a great night's sleep on her new mattress that she recently chose

How to choose a mattress when shopping online – 5 tips from a bed-in-a-box expert

By Claire Davies published

Shopping for a mattress online but don’t know where to start? Here’s how to pick the best bed for you.

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Tart cherry juice poured into a clear glass

Does TikTok’s Sleepy Girl Mocktail work? I’m a sleep science coach — here’s what I think

By Claire Davies published

The Sleepy Girl Mocktail contains tart cherry and magnesium, but do either help you fall asleep easier or faster? Here’s my take as a sleep science coach.

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Saatva vs Beautyrest Mattress comparison image shows the Saatva Classic on the left and the Beautyrest Harmony Lux on the left

Saatva vs Beautyrest: Which hybrid mattress is best for your sleep?

By Jo Plumridge published

How to choose between the Saatva Classic vs the Beautyrest Harmony Lux mattress – a detailed look at price, design, comfort, support and more.

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Saatva luxury firm vs firm image shows a Saatva Classic Split King Mattress, where one side is luxury firm and the other is firm, on a beige fabric bedframe in a neutral colour bedroom

Saatva luxury firm vs firm: Which mattress feel is best for you?

By Claire Davies published

Thinking of buying the best-selling Saatva Classic Mattress but can’t decide between the luxury firm and firm? Here’s how to choose…

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The Saatva Classic mattress photographed in a stylish white pool room with an indoor river

Do Saatva mattresses contain fiberglass? We take a closer look

By Claire Davies published

Saatva mattresses are luxury beds made with a range of premium and natural materials, but what about fiberglass? Here’s what you need to know...

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Helix Midnight Luxe image shows Tom's Guide's sleep editor sleeps on her side on the Helix Midnight Luxe mattress, with a blue Holiday sales badge overlaid on the image

Get $868 of savings with Helix's Midnight Luxe mattress in new 25% off flash sale

By Claire Davies published

Get 25% off the Helix Midnight Luxe, the best mattress for side sleepers with hip pain, plus free pillows in this weekend’s sale.

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A woman with long dark hair lies on her stomach looking at a pile of beautifully wrapped Christmas gifts tied with white bows

I’m a sleep coach — 9 Christmas gifts I’m giving family and friends for better sleep

By Claire Davies published

From the Oodie Weighted Blanket to the Hatch Restore 2 Sunrise Alarm Clock, these are the sleep products I'm gifting this Christmas.

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Image shows the Saatva Classic luxury innerspring hybrid mattress on a grey bedframe bookended by two brass pelmet lights

Last chance to save $400 on Saatva’s best mattress of 2023 — don’t miss this!

By Claire Davies published

Our VIP discount saves you $400 on the Saatva Classic, this year’s best fiberglass free hybrid mattress for every sleeper.

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Image shows the Saatva Adjustable Bed Base placed in a zero gravity sleeping position

What is a zero gravity bed and how do they ease sleep apnea and back pain?

By Frances Daniels published

From easing sleep apnea and snoring to relieving back pain and heartburn, zero gravity beds have a lot of benefits.

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DreamCloud vs WinkBed mattress comparison image shows the DreamCloud on the left and the WinkBed on the right

DreamCloud vs WinkBed: Which hybrid mattress best suits your sleep?

By Jo Plumridge published

Can't decide between the DreamCloud vs WinkBed Mattress? Here's how to choose the right bed for your sleep and body.

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DreamCloud mattress pictured on a wooden bed frame in new flash sale for December 2023

DreamCloud mattress drops to just $369 in new flash sale — ends soon!

By Claire Davies last updated

DreamCloud's new flash sale has landed today and it's your last chance to get the brand's best hybrid mattress for 50% off.

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A woman with brown hair lies in bed with her hands over her face wondering why she can't sleep at night

‘Why can’t I sleep?’ 7 common reasons from an ex-insomniac and sleep coach

By Claire Davies published

If you’ve tried everything but you can’t switch off your brain to sleep, one of these common culprits might be the reason why.

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Leesa Sapira Mattress shown on a beige fabric bedframe in a white bedroom

I'm a sleep coach — 5 last-chance Cyber Monday mattress and bedding deals for better sleep

By Claire Davies published

Every day I help people choose the best mattresses and accessories to sleep better at night, and these are my top picks from the remaining Cyber Monday sales.

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