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

The image shows the Saatva RX on the left hand hand side of the image and the Saatva Solaire on the right hand side, in a side by side comparison

Saatva RX vs Saatva Solaire: Which mattress for back pain should you buy this Black Friday?

By Jo Plumridge published

We explore the key differences between the Saatva RX and Saatva Solaire to see which mattress for back pain you should buy.

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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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An Emma Cooling Elite mattress on a grey bedframe

Emma Black Friday mattress deals 2024: Best deals to shop now

By Jo Plumridge last updated

Emma is already offering fantastic deals on its mattresses, but we’re expecting even lower prices this Black Friday.

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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 luxury hybrid mattress should you buy this Black Friday?

By Jo Plumridge published

How to choose between the Saatva Classic and the WinkBed mattresses in this year’s Black Friday sales

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A man sits up in bed at night because restless leg syndrome is keeping him awake and is affecting his sleep

9 signs that it’s time to buy a new mattress

By Jo Plumridge 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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Best mattress for back pain image shows a man clutching his lower back in agony shortly after waking up

The best mattress for back pain 2024: 10 expert-rated picks

By Jo Plumridge last updated

We've slept on and tested the latest mattresses for back pain to bring you the 10 best options, plus all new buying advice from chiropractors and spine surgeons.

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Two people sit on top of the Plank Firm flippable double-sided mattress, which is endorsed by the American Chiropractic Association for back pain relief

Which mattresses are endorsed by the American Chiropractic Association for back pain relief?

By Jo Plumridge published

Should you buy a back pain mattress just because it's endorsed by the ACA? We take a look....

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Best pillow-top mattresses main image shows a blonde woman in a denim shirt reading a book while lying on top of the Stearns & Foster Estate Mattress

The best pillow-top mattresses 2024: Tried and tested by our experts

By Jo Plumridge last updated

We rate the best pillow-top mattresses for comfort, support and price, with full reviews from our certified sleep experts.

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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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The Nectar Classic Memory Foam Mattress in a well-lit bedroom with a price drop sales label

What is the Nectar Classic Memory Foam Mattress and should you buy it in today’s flash sale?

By Jo Plumridge published

The Daylight Savings Flash Sale means the Nectar Classic Memory Foam Mattress is just $599 for a queen, but is it the right fit for your body and should you buy it today?

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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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Nectar Weighted Blanket

I've been searching for the top fall bedding sales — here's 5 deals I'd shop for an extra cozy bedroom

By Jo Plumridge published

I've rounded up the 5 best deals on bedding this fall for an extra cozy bedroom — here's why they're worth taking advantage of

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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 Power Base and should you buy it?

By Jo Plumridge published

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

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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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One hand placed on a firm mattress next to one hand placed on an extra firm mattress

Firm vs extra firm mattresses: What's the difference in feel and who should sleep on one?

By Jo Plumridge published

Not sure whether a firm or extra firm mattress is right for you? Here we look at the price, comfort, and support of each so you can find the perfect match for your sleep needs.

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The Helix Midnight Luxe mattress on a bed frame (left) and the Nolah Evolution 15 mattress on a bed frame (right)

Helix Midnight Luxe vs Nolah Evolution 15": Which mattress for lower back pain is right for you?

By Jo Plumridge published

Is the Helix Midnight Luxe or the Nolah Evolution 15” the right mattress to help you snooze without any aches and pains?

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The Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt Topper + cooling with sale label

I’m a mattress tester with back pain — this is the cooling bed topper I’d buy this week

By Jo Plumridge published

Save up to 55% on the soothing Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt + Cooling Mattress Topper with this unmissable Amazon deal

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Birch Luxe Natural mattress

5 things to expect after buying a latex mattress

By Jo Plumridge published

Durable, eco-friendly and great at temperature regulation – your new latex mattress has lots to offer. But what should you expect when it arrives at your front door?

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Saatva HD mattress for heavy bodies, on a bed frame in a grey room

What is the Saatva HD mattress and should you buy it?

By Jo Plumridge published

You can now save 15% on the Saatva HD mattress, a luxury bed designed to support heavier bodies. But is it worth buying?

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The Purple Original Mattress on a wooden bed frame (left), a Leesa Original Mattress on an upholstered bed frame (right)

Purple vs Leesa Original: Which memory foam mattress is best for your sleep?

By Jo Plumridge published

How to choose between the Leesa Original foams and Purple's unique grid support in this mattress head-to-head.

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Best Prime Day deals for mattress toppers for back pain: Featuring a woman lying on her back on the BedStory Memory Foam Mattress Topper with TG Prime Day sale badge in top right corner

I’m a mattress tester with back pain — here’s the best mattress topper deal I’d buy after Prime Day

By Jo Plumridge last updated

Can't buy a new mattress to ease your bad back? Check out this Amazon Prime Day mattress topper deal while it's still live and get up to $254 off this model from Tempur-Pedic.

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Best Prime Day mattress deals away from Amazon, banner image featuring a closeup of the details of a DreamCloud Hybrid mattress, with a Prime Day tag in the lower right corner

The 5 best Prime Day mattress deals to shop away from Amazon, according to a mattress tester

By Jo Plumridge published

It may be Prime Day but Amazon isn't the only game in town for mattress deals. As a mattress tester, here's why you should shop these five offers away from Amazon instead.

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A split queen mattress on a bed frame with the bedding made neatly

What is a split queen mattress and should you buy one?

By Jo Plumridge published

A split queen mattress is a good solution for couples with different sleep needs — here's what you need to know.

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Man lying on his bed on a new mattress with his hands behind his head smiling

7 things to expect after buying a memory foam mattress

By Jo Plumridge published

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

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The Puffy Royal mattress next to the Puffy Cloud Mattress

Puffy Cloud vs Puffy Royal: Which boxed mattress is right for you?

By Jo Plumridge published

It’s a Puffy head-to-head to help you decide if an all-foam or hybrid mattress is the right fit for your sleeping style

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