Rachael Penn
Rachael has been a freelance journalist for 15 years for various publications including Tom’s Guide, Creative Bloq, Independent, The Spectator, Daily Express and more. She has written extensively on home and technology news as well as reviewed hundreds of products across home and technology. She has a keen interest in AI and also written articles on this topic for Tom’s Guide. She also enjoys reviewing home, travel and tech gadgets, especially anything that has been designed to make life easier like smart home gadgets. She’s covered most tech including laptops, cameras, projectors, smartphones, headphones and more. When she isn’t writing Rachael can be found working out on her peloton, taking her two dogs — Murray a Sealyham terrier and Maggie a West Highland terrier on walks and getting sucked into a rabbit hole of watching true crime documentaries.
Latest articles by Rachael Penn
5 best California king mattresses for your money — supersize your sleep for under $1,000
By Rachael Penn published
Stretch out in bed without stretching your finances — here are 5 of the best California king mattresses for under $1,000.
Bed bugs vs dust mites: Which pest is living in your mattress?
By Rachael Penn published
If you’re waking up itchy and stuffy then it could be a case of either a bed bugs or dust mites infestation. Here's how to tell them apart...
How to choose a mattress protector for bed bugs, dust mites, urine and more
By Rachael Penn published
How to choose a mattress protector for safeguarding your bed against bed bugs, urine and more.
What is a futon mattress and are they healthy to sleep on long-term?
By Rachael Penn published
Would you ditch your traditional mattress for a futon? We look at how comfortable they are and whether they're good for long term sleeping arrangements.
How to spring clean your mattress topper — get rid of dust mites, body oils and smells
By Rachael Penn published
Mattress toppers can fall victim to stains from body oils, bad odors and even dust mites. Here's a step by step guide to cleaning them.
How to spring clean your pillows and bed sheets — get rid of dust mites, bed bugs and smells
By Rachael Penn published
Here's how to give your pillows and bed sheets a big spring clean to get them smelling fresh and feeling soft.
DreamCloud vs Emma vs Nectar: Which boxed mattress should you buy in Presidents’ Day sales?
By Rachael Penn published
We’ve looked at the Presidents’ Day sales from three of the best mattress brands to find out which one comes out on top when it comes to comfort and overall value for money.
Cocoon by Sealy Chill vs Siena Memory Foam: Which should you buy in today's Presidents' Day sales?
By Rachael Penn published
We take a look at the key differences between the Cocoon by Sealy Chill and the Siena Memory Foam mattress to see which you should buy in the Presidents’ Day sales
Save up to $1,740 on the Sleep Number i8 smart bed in huge Presidents’ Day sale
By Rachael Penn published
Get up to $1,740 off Sleep Number’s popular i8 smart bed with integrated sleep tracking in today's Presidents' Day sales.
Mattress vs mattress topper: Which should buy in Presidents’ Day sales?
By Rachael Penn published
Unsure whether you need to invest in a new mattress or whether a topper is all you need right now? Here's how to tell...
5 ways you could be damaging your hybrid mattress — and what to do instead
By Rachael Penn published
Hybrid mattresses offer sleepers the ultimate balance of support and comfort. Avoid making these mistakes to keep your mattress in great shape for longer.
The 5 best king size mattresses under $1,000 in Presidents' Day sales
By Rachael Penn published
Save up to $834 on the DreamCloud Hybrid, Nectar Memory foam and Cocoon by Chill, three of the best king size mattresses on sale today.
How to spring clean your mattress: Best tips and products to get rid of stains, bed bugs and dust mites
By Rachael Penn published
A clean mattress is essential for quality sleep, so follow our step-by-step guide to getting rid of stains, bed bugs, and dust mites and more.
DreamCloud vs Emma memory foam mattress: Which Presidents' Day sale is best?
By Rachael Penn published
Dreamcloud and Emma are two of the best memory foam mattresses around, but which Presidents' Day sale is right for you?
Helix Sleep drops huge Midnight Luxe Presidents' Day mattress sale — save up to $1,136
By Rachael Penn published
The Helix mattress Presidents' Day sale we've been waiting for is here, with 25% off the Midnight Luxe and up to $418 of free bedding.
Leesa Sleep's best hybrid mattress is now $400 off and it comes with two free pillows
By Rachael Penn published
Enjoy an early January sales bargain with up to $400 off Leesa Sleep's best hybrid mattress, the Sapira Hybrid.
7 ways you’re damaging your memory foam mattress — and what to do instead
By Rachael Penn published
Getting it wet is just one way you could be ruining your memory foam mattress – here's why
Sony A7 IV review
By Rachael Penn published
The Sony A7 IV is powerful tool for enthusiast and semi-pro hybrid shooters.
ChatGPT goes bad: WormGPT is an AI tool ‘with no ethical boundaries’
By Rachael Penn published
WormGPT is a new AI tool with ‘no ethical boundaries’ used by cybercriminals to hack and steal data on a scale we’ve not seen before.
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