Claire Davies
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
I’m a sleep coach — this is the mattress I tell people with back pain to buy in Cyber Monday sales
By Claire Davies published
If you’re shopping the Cyber Monday sales for a mattress for back pain, the Saatva RX is my expert pick and here’s why...
I’m a sleep coach — if you like Saatva mattresses but have a small budget, this is the Black Friday deal to buy
By Claire Davies published
Saatva mattresses are excellent but expensive, so here’s my suggestion for hotel mattress luxury on a small budget.
It's not a mistake — Casper really has a king mattress for just $357 in its Black Friday sale
By Claire Davies published
The Casper Snug mattress is on sale this Black Friday and the savings are massive on the queen and king sizes.
I’m a sleep coach — this is the mattress topper I tell people with back pain to buy in Black Friday sales
By Claire Davies published
The Tempur-Pedic Black Friday sale has a huge 40% off the Tempur-Adapt mattress topper, my top choice for easing hip and back pain in bed.
3 reasons to buy a mattress in this weekend's sales — don't wait for Black Friday
By Nicola Appleton published
Stock levels are high, shipping is fast and the deals are red hot. We’re calling it — now is the best time to buy a new mattress, not Black Friday weekend.
Saatva vs Stearns & Foster: Which luxury mattress should buy this Black Friday?
By Jo Plumridge published
How to choose between Saatva & Stearns & Foster Estate in the Black Friday mattress sales.
Stearns & Foster launch pre-Black Friday mega mattress deal on the Lux Estate
By Claire Davies published
Get $400 off the Stearns & Foster Lux Estate mattress ahead of Black Friday, plus a free $300 Visa gift card.
What is mattress White Glove Delivery and which brands offer it for free?
By Claire Davies published
This is what mattress White Glove Delivery means, plus a list of the top bed brands who offer this service free of charge.
I'm a mattress tester – 3 beds I'd buy in the Black Friday sales for better sleep
By Claire Davies published
I’ve tested a wide range of mattresses and these are the ones I recommend buying in this year’s Black Friday sales.
Saatva launches ‘Black Friday Sneak Peek’ sale with $400 off its best mattress for back pain
By Claire Davies published
Save up to $400 on Saatva’s best mattress for back pain ahead of Black Friday with this early access deal.
Cyber Monday vs Black Friday mattress deals: when is the best time to buy a mattress?
By Claire Davies published
Are the Black Friday mattress deals the best time to buy a mattress or do bigger sales arrive on Cyber Monday? We’ve analyzed past sales to find out.
I’m a Mattress Editor – don’t miss these early Black Friday deals if you have back pain
By Claire Davies published
The Purple Mattress and DreamCloud offer great back support and pressure relief, and both are on sale ahead of Black Friday.
DreamCloud's 50% off Bigger Than Black Friday mattress sale ends today!
By Claire Davies published
The DreamCloud mattress will save you from sleep divorce and it's 50% off sale ends today.
Saatva vs Helix mattress: which hybrid best suits your sleep?
By Jo Plumridge published
In our Saatva Classic vs Helix Midnight mattress comparison, we compare these popular beds in all key areas.
How to prevent bed bugs getting into your mattress – 3 actions to take now
By Claire Davies published
How to prevent an infestation of bed bugs in your mattress and bedding.
7 best Prime Day mattress deals too good to miss — save up to 55% now
By Claire Davies last updated
I’ve found the 7 best mattresses on sale in the Prime Big Deal Days sale, including Casper, Serta and Tuft & Needle.
I’m a side sleeper with neck pain – this is the Prime Day pillow deal I’d buy
By Claire Davies published
The Coop Home Goods Adjustable Pillow eased my side sleeper neck pain and it’s 20% off in today’s Prime Day sale
Saatva launches 15% off sale on its 5-star rated Latex Hybrid Mattress
By Claire Davies published
Saatva customers say this latex hybrid mattress helps them wake up ‘feeling rejuvenated’ – and today its 15% off
5 tips for handling sleep deprivation, from a sleep coach and new parent
By Claire Davies published
I’m a Certified Sleep Science Coach and this is how I cope with sleep deprivation after having a baby.
New study reveals menopausal women lose 2.5 hours’ sleep a night
By Claire Davies published
The study also found that 4 in 10 menopausal women have to sleep alone to try and get a better night’s sleep.
5 biggest mistakes people make when buying a mattress online
By Claire Davies published
Avoid the common pitfalls of buying a mattress online, especially if you’ve never shopped this way before.
One of 2023’s top mattresses is now just $379 for a queen
By Claire Davies published
Flash sale knocks 53% off the Siena Memory Foam Mattress
How to spot mattress mold and deal with it quickly
By Claire Davies published
How to spot mold in your mattress, plus the 3 best anti-mold mattresses for cleaner sleep.
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