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
What is an organic mattress and are they healthier than other beds?
By Grace Franks last updated
Organic mattresses have big benefits for your sleep, but they aren't the best choice for everyone. Here's why...
GhostBed mattress sales for January 2025: get a luxury mattress for 50% off
By Grace Franks last updated
You'll find everything you need to know about the latest GhostBed mattress sales and deals on this page.
It's more difficult to sleep in winter — 7 expert tips for better rest
By Grace Franks published
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.
Best mattress protector 2025: waterproof, cooling and zipped covers compared
By Cynthia Lawrence, Grace Franks, Nicola Appleton last updated
Every mattress needs a mattress protector to keep it clean, dry and allergen-free. Our sleep experts have chosen the best mattress protectors for all sleepers.
Foam vs spring mattress: How to pick the right one for you
By Grace Franks last updated
Our guide to spring mattresses vs foam mattresses will help you decide which one will improve your sleep.
Polyurethane vs memory foam mattresses — which material is right for you?
By Grace Franks published
We compare polyurethane vs memory foam mattresses on feel, support, price, and more to see which material makes the best mattress for you.
GhostBed vs Casper: Which cooling mattress is best for your sleep?
By Grace Franks last updated
We pit GhostBed against Casper to see which brand has the ideal cooling mattress for your sleep needs and budget.
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