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 Nectar premier hybrid mattress on a bed frame directly next to the Saatva Classic mattress on a bed frame

Saatva Classic vs Nectar Premier Hybrid: Which hybrid mattress suits your sleep style?

By Jo Plumridge published

Is the Saatva Classic or Nectar Premier Hybrid the mattress for you? We've tested both and compare price, design, comfort, support and more...

Mattresses
A woman smiles while reading next to her husband who is asleep on his side on the Nectar Memory Foam Mattress

Do Nectar mattresses contain fiberglass? We look deeper at these top-rated beds

By Jo Plumridge published

In the market for a Nectar mattress but wondering if they contain fiberglass? We've taken a closer look. Here's what you can expect.

Mattresses
The image shows the Bear Elite Hybrid on the left hand side of the image and the Helix Midnight Luxe on the right in a side by side comparison

Bear Elite Hybrid vs Helix Midnight Luxe: Which hybrid mattress is right for your sleep?

By Jo Plumridge published

The Bear Elite Hybrid and Helix Midnight Luxe mattresses both offer a luxurious sleep, but which one is best suited to your sleeping style?

Mattresses
Searching for the best Nectar mattress for back pain: A tester for Tom's Guide sleeping on their side on the Nectar Luxe mattress

Which Nectar mattress should you buy if you have back pain? I’m a bed tester — here’s my advice

By Jo Plumridge published

Here are the three Nectar mattresses I recommend based on our testing, research, and customer reviews...

Mattresses
A woman with black hair sit on the Nectar Luxe memory foam mattress on a white bed frame

I’m a sleep writer — my 3 pro tips for buying your first mattress in Cyber Monday sales

By Jo Plumridge published

The Cyber Monday sales are the perfect time to invest in your next mattress. Here's everything you need to know.

Mattresses
The Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt mattress topper on top of a mattress on a bed frame in a well lit bedroom

Quick! Tempur-Pedic's mattress topper for back pain drops to lowest price this Cyber Monday

By Jo Plumridge published

The Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt topper has dropped to its lowest price on Amazon in today's Cyber Monday sales

Mattress Toppers
The Sealy Posturepedic mattress with a woman lying on top of it on her phone

Ends today! Sealy's queen Posturepedic Hybrid Mattress is just $749 for Black Friday

By Jo Plumridge published

There's up to 41% off all sizes of the Sealy Posturepedic Hybrid, but the Black Friday sale ends today

Mattresses
DreamCloud mattress on a wooden bed frame, in a bedroom scene, with folded sheets and two pillows on top

I'm a mattress tester with back pain — 5 mattresses I'd buy in today's Black Friday sales

By Jo Plumridge published

Saatva, Helix DreamCloud and more — top five mattress picks for back pain in today’s Black Friday sales

Mattresses
The Saatva Classic mattress photographed on a fabric bed frame with a Black Friday mattress deals badge overlaid on the image

I'm a mattress tester — the Saatva Classic is my standout buy in today's Black Friday sale

By Jo Plumridge published

As a mattress tester, I'd buy the Saatva Classic in today's $400 off Black Friday sales

Mattresses
Viscosoft Active Cooling Mattress Topper

5 signs you need to buy a bed topper and not a mattress in Black Friday sales

By Jo Plumridge last updated

Do you need to spend money on a new mattress, or could a bed topper be all you need to buy in the 2024 Black Friday sales?

Mattress Toppers
The image shows the Saatva RX on the left and the Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt on the right in a side by side comparison

Saatva RX vs Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt: Which mattress should you buy if you have a bad back?

By Jo Plumridge published

We compare two top-rated mattresses for back pain, the Saatva RX and Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt, to help you choose between them this Black Friday.

Mattresses
A Tempur-Pedic mattress topper with a Tom's Guide Black Friday deals label

Bad back? 5 mattress toppers in the Black Friday sales to ease aches and pains

By Jo Plumridge published

These five mattress topper deals in the Black Friday sales will help ease a bad back

Mattress Toppers
The Saatva RX mattress on a black bed frame in a minimalist bedroom

The Saatva RX is $400 off in the Black Friday sales, here's why I'd buy it as a mattress tester with back pain

By Jo Plumridge published

I test mattresses for a living, and I'd always recommend the Saatva RX for sleepers with back pain. Here's why.

Mattresses
An Emma Cooling Elite mattress on a grey bedframe

Emma Black Friday mattress deals 2024: Up to 55% off top-rated mattresses

By Jo Plumridge last updated

Emma is offering half-price on some of their top-rated mattresses including the premium Elite mattress.

Mattresses
The Saatva Contour5 Mattress on a bed frame (left) and the Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Cloud Mattress (right)

Saatva Contour5 vs Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Cloud: Which memory foam mattress should you buy this Black Friday?

By Jo Plumridge published

If you’re in the market for a luxury memory foam mattress, the Saatva Contour5 and Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Cloud should be on your list this Black Friday.

Mattresses
An older woman lying on her back on a new mattress, smiling and stretching in the sun

5 ways a new mattress helps you sleep better — and boosts your overall health

By Jo Plumridge published

A new mattress will lead to better sleep and, therefore, better health. Here's 5 ways how.

Mattresses
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.

Mattresses
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?

Mattresses
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

Mattresses
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

Mattresses
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....

Mattresses
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

Mattresses
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?

Mattresses
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

Mattress Toppers
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

Pillows & Bedding
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