Ruth Hamilton
Ruth is currently Homes Editor on Tom's Guide's sister site TechRadar, where she reviews and writes about everything from air fryers to vacuum cleaners to coffee machines, as well as the latest smart home gadgets. Prior to making the shift to Homes, Ruth was Tom's Guide's Sleep Editor. A certified Sleep Science Coach, she has tested more mattresses than her small flat can handle and will talk at length about them to anyone who shows even a passing interest.
Latest articles by Ruth Hamilton
The best cheap mattress toppers under $50 in 2024
By Alison Barretta last updated
Find this year's best cheap mattress topper under $50 that will transform your bed and boost your comfort while on a tight budget
The best Saatva mattress sales for December 2024: how to get the cheapest prices today
By Claire Davies last updated
The Cyber Monday Saatva mattress sale saves you $400 on orders worth $1,000 — here's how to get a luxury bed for the cheapest price
Purple Original mattress review 2024
By Jennifer Nelson last updated
We reviewed the Purple Original mattress to see what the brand’s GelFlex grid, which flexes when you move, is really like to sleep on.
WinkBed mattress review 2024
By Jennifer Nelson last updated
We reviewed the WinkBed mattress to see if this handcrafted hybrid mattress, with customizable support for those with back pain, is indeed a worthy rival to the top-rated Saatva Classic.
Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe mattress review 2024
By Michelle Rae Uy last updated
The Brooklyn Aurora Hybrid Luxe Cooling mattress is a great example of a hybrid mattress that fully delivers when it comes to preventing overheating while you sleep.
Nectar Mattress review 2024: Is this still the best budget memory foam bed?
By Alison Barretta last updated
Review The Nectar Mattress claims to deliver big comfort and support for nearly half the price of its many rivals. We review it to see just how well it performs.
Helix Midnight mattress review 2024
By Jennifer Nelson last updated
The Helix Midnight mattress is designed specifically for side sleepers, but is it any good? We review it to find out...
Add some Tempur magic to your bed for under $200 with this unmissable cheap topper deal
By Ruth Hamilton published
The Tempur topper uses the same premium, ultra-soothing foams as a full mattress, but for a fraction of the price – and it's now 40% off in the Labor Day sales.
Today is the best day to buy a mattress if you don't want to wait for Black Friday – here's why
By Ruth Hamilton published
The Labor Day sales are delivering some excellent discounts on mattresses.
Cheap Labor Day deal knocks over $400 off the perfect mattress for side sleepers
By Ruth Hamilton published
Helix's Midnight is our top recommendation for side sleepers, and the current deal is the cheapest price we ever see on this model.
Tuft & Needle mattress sales and deals for December: save $700 in the Labor Day sale
By Millie Fender published
Your guide to where to find the Tuft and Needle mattress deals, and when to shop to pick up the biggest discounts.
Get $400 off this hotel-style mattress for Labor Day
By Ruth Hamilton published
The Saatva Classic mattress is an ultra-luxurious, customizable mattress, and with our special link, you can knock a massive $400 off ticket price.
Early Labor Day deal knocks almost $1,000 off one of the best mattresses for hot sleepers
By Ruth Hamilton published
The Casper Wave Hybrid Snow has had a major price-drop ahead of Labor Day.
Birch vs Awara: which organic mattress is best?
By Ruth Hamilton published
Birch and Awara are both natural latex hybrid mattresses. Both come highly recommended, so we take a closer look to help you figure out which one you should.
Nectar vs Siena mattress: which budget-friendly memory foam mattress is best?
By Ruth Hamilton published
The Nectar and Siena memory foam mattresses come from the same parent company, and both offer excellent value for money. We help you decide which is right for you.
What is a pillow-top and do I need one on my mattress?
By Ruth Hamilton published
We explain what a pillow-top is, and how it differs from a tight top and Euro top.
What is OEKO-TEX Standard 100 and what does it mean for my mattress?
By Ruth Hamilton published
A simple guide to what OEKO-TEX Standard 100 means for a fabric – as well as related certifications like OEKO-TEX Organic Cotton and Made in Green.
What is a mattress in a box? Plus, 8 signs they suit your sleep best
By Claire Davies last updated
Boxed mattresses are popular, but what are they and are they any good? Here's what you need to know…
Mattress in a box vs traditional mattress: which is better?
By Ruth Hamilton published
We compare bed in a box models to ones delivered flat, on convenience, speed of delivery, comfort and quality.
Our top-rated luxury mattress just got a major price drop
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
The Saatva Classic delivers hotel-level luxury, and the current deal delivers the cheapest prices we've seen all year... by some margin.
Is the Helix Dawn Luxe mattress any good?
By Ruth Hamilton published
The Dawn Luxe is a firm mattress for back sleepers – here's our hands on review.
Your weekend lie-in is bad for your gut, new study finds
By Ruth Hamilton published
Shifting your sleep schedule by just 90 minutes linked to more 'unhealthy' gut microbes.
This 2-minute trick is the quickest way to cool down at night
By Ruth Hamilton published
Struggling to sleep in the heatwave? This is a super-simple way to cool down fast.
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