Latest articles by Jo Plumridge
The Helix Twilight is a firm mattress for side sleepers, but does it deliver? Here's what I think after one week of testing
The Helix Twilight mattress is designed for side sleepers who still want a firmer feel overall. Does it deliver? Here's how my first week sleeping on it went.
The best firm mattress 2025, approved by sleep experts
Time to upgrade your bed to something more supportive and solid? We've slept on and tested the latest firm mattresses to bring you our guide to the very best options.
5 reasons your back pain is worse in the morning — and what you can do to help
If you’re waking up with back pain, you may need to look at your bedroom setup. Here are the key causes of morning back pain and how to avoid them.
Saatva Classic vs Saatva RX: Which mattress is best for joint and back pain?
Can't decide between the Saatva Classic and the Saatva RX to ease your joint or back pain during sleep? Here's how they compare...
How to choose a budget mattress for back pain and get it right — 5 pro tips
Bad back? Here's how to choose a budget mattress for back pain and get it right — tips from a pro tester.
The best mattress for back pain 2025: 10 expert picks to help you sleep comfortably
Stop letting back pain get in the way of a good night's sleep. We've slept on and tested the latest mattresses for back pain and these are the 10 we recommend.
Do memory foam mattresses cause back pain?
If you experience back pain, you’ll know how important the right mattress is. We explain how memory foam mattresses can cause back pain — and how they can also help.
My favorite Saatva mattress for back pain is on sale — but is $400 off the RX a good deal?
Saatva’s Presidents’ Day sale takes $400 off all sizes of the Saatva RX — but should you wait for a better deal?
What is the Saatva Latex Hybrid mattress and should you buy it?
The Saatva Latex Hybrid mattress offers plenty of support and cooling for its naturally breathable latex layer, but will it suit your sleeping style?
Saatva queen vs king mattress: Which size do you need?
Saatva make some of the most popular mattresses in the world, but will a queen or king size suit your sleep better?
9 things to expect after buying a memory foam mattress
Everything to expect after buying a memory foam mattress, from when you get it through the door to actually sleeping on it
Linenspa Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress review
A highly affordable hybrid mattress, we’ve tested the Linenspa Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress to see how it matches up against more expensive models.
Do mattress pads help with back pain or do they make it worse? An expert responds
Will a mattress pad help ease your back pain or is it not up to the job? We ask an osteopath and sleep posture expert.
WinkBed Plus vs Purple Plus: Which mattress for heavy people is better for back pain?
Here’s how to choose between the WinkBed Plus and Purple Plus mattresses if you’re a heavier sleeper with back pain
Winkbed vs Helix Midnight Luxe: Which luxury hybrid mattress should you buy for back pain
Both the WinkBed and the Helix Midnight Luxe offer enhanced lumbar support, but which one will best suit you? We've tested them both, here's what we think
Are hybrid mattresses good for back pain?
Is a hybrid mattress the best choice if you’re experiencing back pain? We take a closer look.
How much do Tempur-Pedic mattresses cost and where can you find the cheapest prices?
This is how much you can expect to pay for a Tempur-Pedic mattress, along with advice on where to find the best bargains.
5 quick tips to make an old mattress feel new again
If your bed isn’t quite as comfy as it used to be, but you’re feeling the post-Christmas pinch, we’ve got tips to improve the comfort and support of your mattress, for a better night's sleep.
Saatva Contour5 vs Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt: Which memory foam mattress is better for back pain?
How to choose between Saatva and Tempur-Pedic’s luxury memory foam mattresses for back pain.
The best pillow-top mattress in 2025: our expert picks for hotel-style comfort at home
We rate the best pillow-top mattresses for comfort, support and price, with full reviews from our certified sleep experts.
Nectar Classic vs Saatva Contour5: Which memory foam mattress is right for you?
They’re two of the most supportive and comfortable memory foam mattresses available, but is the Nectar Classic or the Saatva Contour5 the right choice for your sleeping style?
Saatva Memory Foam vs Birch Natural: Which hybrid mattress is right for your sleep?
Is the Saatva Memory Foam Hybrid or the Birch Natural the best luxury hybrid mattress for your sleeping style?
DreamCloud vs Saatva Memory Foam Hybrid: Which luxury mattress is right for your sleep?
We compare the DreamCloud and Saatva Memory Foam Hybrid across all key areas of performance to help you decide which is right for you.
