
Ruth Jones
Ruth is a staff writer at Tom’s Guide, covering all things mattress and sleep. She has a deep interest in the link between sleep and health, and has tried enough mattresses to know the right bed really can make a difference to your wellbeing. At Tom’s Guide she writes to help people sleep better, from how-tos to the latest deals to mattress reviews, and has interviewed an array of specialists who share her passion. Before joining the team at Tom’s Guide, Ruth worked as a sleep and mattress writer for our sister website, TechRadar.
Latest articles by Ruth Jones

Emma mattress deals April 2025: Up to 60% off budget-friendly mattresses
By Ruth Jones last updated
April's Emma mattress sales sees big savings on affordable hybrid mattresses.

WinkBeds mattress deals for April 2025 Spring into savings with $300 off all beds
By Ruth Jones last updated
Save $300 on WinkBeds' memory foam and hybrid mattresses now

Up to 75% off in the Casper mattress clearance sale — here’s what you should buy
By Ruth Jones published
The Casper clearance sale is your last chance to buy these mattresses and we've found the deals to shop today.

Last chance! Save up to 40% on mattresses in the Amazon Spring Sale
By Ruth Jones published
Don't miss deals from some of our sleep favorite brands, including up to $600 off a cooling Nectar mattress.

Forget Amazon, my favorite cheap mattress deal this weekend is at Walmart — $120 for a king
By Ruth Jones published
The Zinus Memory Foam Mattress is designed to relieve pressure at the joints and a king size is just $120 today at Walmart.

I've found the top 3 queen mattress deals to shop in Amazon's Spring Sale — deals from Nectar, Sealy and more from $199
By Ruth Jones published
Queen mattresses are good for solo sleepers, couples and families — I've found the biggest savings to shop this weekend.

My favorite mattress is 15% off right now — and you can save an extra $50 in tonight's flash sale
By Ruth Jones published
With 15% off and an extra $50 saving, this adds up to one of the best deals we've seen on the luxury Saatva Classic Mattress.

Saatva vs Helix: Which weekend mattress sale should you shop if you have back pain?
By Ruth Jones published
The Saatva RX and Helix Midnight Luxe are two of our favorite mattresses for back pain and they're both on sale this weekend — which should you buy?

The best memory foam mattress topper in 2025: Expert picks for all budgets
By Frances Daniels last updated
Our sleep experts have tested the best memory foam mattress toppers of 2025. Here's what we recommend for every sleep style and budget.

The best Amazon mattress under $400 in 2025: Expert picks for queen-size beds on a budget
By Ruth Jones last updated
Our experts have combed Amazon to find the best cheap mattresses under $400 for a queen to suit every sleep style.

Best mattresses for college students in 2025: 5 beds that make the grade
By Alison Barretta last updated
Our sleep experts found these mattresses for college students top of the class. Get your much-needed rest with any of these cozy, affordable options.

Best mattresses for stomach sleepers, according to experts
By Alison Barretta last updated
If you belly-flop into bed, you need a mattress with plenty of support. Our experts have chosen the nine best mattresses for stomach sleepers they've tested.

Amazon's Big Spring Sale — 3 cheap mattress deals I'd shop from just $109
By Ruth Jones published
I've found the top deals for mattress shoppers on a budget in Amazon's Big Spring Sale, including a queen size mattress for just $199.

Best mattress for heavy people, according to experts
By Ruth Jones last updated
The best mattresses for heavy people is a rapidly expanding market. Our sleep experts share the nine top beds for sleepers over 250lbs.

"Your body and mind are pushed to their absolute limits" — expert reveals how long you can go without sleep
By Ruth Jones published
Sleep deprivation damages your mental and physical wellbeing. We asked an expert what happens after 24, 36, 48 and 96 hours with no sleep.

People with this bed type are most satisfied with their mattress — and it’s not what we expected
By Ruth Jones published
A new study explores if people are happy with their beds and what features you should consider for mattress satisfaction.

Are Sleep Number beds worth it? I’m a sleep tech tester and here’s my take
By Eve Davies last updated
Sleep Number beds feature adjustable firmness and integrated sleep tracking, but are they worth the premium pricing?

Your mattress' weight limit might be the reason you can't sleep — here's why
By Ruth Jones published
How much weight can a mattress hold? In this guide we explore mattress weight capacity and how it impacts your sleep comfort.

How to get rid of bed bugs naturally with the $6 household staple you might already own
By Ruth Jones published
Tea tree oil could act as a natural insecticide to kill bed. bugs — how to use it on your mattress.

The Casper mattress I'd buy is on sale today — save 20% on the Casper The One
By Ruth Jones published
There's 20% off all Casper mattresses today but it's the all-foam Casper The One Mattress that I'm buying in the spring sale.

Mattress topper vs new mattress: Which one do you need?
By Grace Franks last updated
Does your bed not meet your comfort needs? We explore if a mattress topper will help, or if it's time to buy a new mattress.

Can you use a mattress topper as a mattress? Yes, but there are risks — here's why
By Nicola Appleton last updated
Want to save money and switch your mattress for a bed topper? We don’t recommend it, here’s why…

What mattress does the Hilton hotel use — and where to buy them
By Ruth Jones last updated
Hilton mattresses are exclusive to the hotel — we explore how to add that luxury comfort to your own home, plus cheaper alternatives.
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