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

What is the Eight Sleep Pod 4 Ultra smart mattress cover and should you buy?
By Ruth Jones last updated
The Eight Sleep Pod 4 Ultra smart cooling mattress cover and base might be $400 off but it's not at its lowest price. We explore whether you should buy it in the Black Friday sales.

Reddit swears by these sleep hacks to fall asleep fast — and we approve
By Ruth Jones published
We've scoured Reddit's best hacks for falling asleep fast and these ones got the seal of approval from our sleep editors.

I test mattresses for a living — here's what a firm mattress does for side sleepers
By Ruth Jones published
Can firm mattresses provide the relief side sleepers need? Or should you opt for a medium-firm mattress is you sleep on your side?

This Nectar flash sale is the best I've seen — up to 50% off mattresses plus free $599 bedding bundle
By Ruth Jones published
Big discounts and a free bedding bundle worth $599 in Nectar's early Presidents' Day flash sale. But you'll have to act fast...

What is an adjustable smart bed and should you buy one in the Labor Day sales?
By Ruth Jones last updated
An in-depth look at the advantages of an adjustable smart bed, and whether to buy one in this year's Presidents' Day sale.

Best mattress for college students 2025: 5 top-rated cheap beds
By Alison Barretta last updated
Our sleep experts found these mattresses for college students top of the class — here's our recommendations in the Presidents' Day sales.

Best mattress for heavy people 2025: Ranked by experts
By Ruth Jones last updated
Our sleep experts have chosen the best mattresses for heavy people to buy in the Presidents Day mattress sales.

Your weight shouldn't be a barrier to owning a good mattress — why I'm loving the rise of plus-size beds
By Ruth Jones published
Mattresses for heavy people have traditionally been a specialist market, but that's changing — and I'm excited about it.

What is the Big Fig mattress for heavy people and should you buy one?
By Ruth Jones last updated
The Big Fig Mattress has been designed from the ground up to support bigger bodies, but is this the right bed for you?

Trouble sleeping? Being deficient in this vitamin could be why you can’t sleep through the night
By Ruth Jones published
Is the sunshine vitamin why you can't sleep? A new study explores the link between vitamin D deficiency and poor sleep quality.

DreamCloud Premier Hybrid mattress review 2025: Hotel luxury for less
By Michelle Rae Uy last updated
The DreamCloud Premier Hybrid Mattress is the mid-range choice in the DreamCloud line-up. We see how it compares to other luxury mattresses.

Saatva Loom & Leaf vs Saatva Contour5: Which luxury memory foam mattress should you buy?
By Ruth Jones last updated
Can't decide if the Saatva Loom & Leaf or Contour5 is right for you? Here's how to choose between these luxury memory foam mattresses.

3 things stomach sleepers with back pain should look for in a mattress
By Ruth Jones published
Stomach sleepers often experience back pain, but the right mattress can help alleviate aches. Here's what to look for.

The best mattress for stomach sleepers 2025: We've tested them all
By Alison Barretta last updated
If you sleep on your front you need ample support from your bed — here's our expert-tested best mattress for stomach sleepers picks.

Do Saatva mattresses come in a box?
By Ruth Jones published
Saatva mattresses are delivered flat, not boxed. Here's what you can expect from Saatva's traditional white glove delivery service.

Is sleeping on your stomach bad for you? Yes, but you can fix that — here’s how
By Nicola Appleton last updated
Sleeping on your stomach can cause back, neck, and shoulder pain. But the right mattress can help with all that.

Eight Sleep vs Sleep Number: Which smart mattress should you buy in this Presidents' Day if you snore?
By Ruth Jones last updated
Can Eight Sleep or Sleep Number smart beds stop your snoring? We explore which deal to shop this Presidents' Day.

Helix Dusk Luxe Mattress review 2025
By Alex Temblador last updated
Is the Helix Dusk Luxe still one of the most comfortable mattresses for stomach sleepers? Here's what we think.

What is the best Saatva mattress for side sleepers?
By Ruth Jones last updated
There's a Saatva mattress for every type of side sleeper — here's our expert-picked guide to finding the right one for you.

These Saatva mattresses make your bedroom feel like a 5-star hotel — and there's $400 off right now
By Ruth Jones published
Saatva mattresses Presidents' Day sale is here and these mattresses are our top picks for luxury comfort.

How to fix a mattress in a box that hasn't expanded properly
By Ruth Jones published
Mattresses in a box need to decompress before being slept-on, but what do you do if your mattress doesn't expand properly?

What's the best mattress in a box 2025? Nine top picks from a sleep expert
By Claire Davies last updated
The best mattresses in a box offer comfort and value for money. Here are my top nine picks, all tested by our sleep experts, for every sleep style and budget.

Plank Firm vs Puffy Cloud: which memory foam mattress should you buy?
By Ruth Jones published
Looking for a mid-range memory foam mattress? We compare the price, comfort and support of the Plank Firm vs Puffy Cloud mattresses.
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