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 best memory foam mattress of 2025? I'm a sleep expert — my top recommendations
By Claire Davies, Ruth Jones last updated
Memory foam is one of the most popular mattress materials. Here’s my recommendations for the best memory foam mattresses, tested by sleep experts.
What's the best mattress in a box 2025? Nine top picks from a sleep expert
By Claire Davies last updated
We’ve slept on and tested all the latest mattresses in a box. Here are my top nine recommendations for every sleep style and budget.
I'm a stomach sleeper — this is the mattress I'd buy for better back support in 2025
By Ruth Jones published
I tested the Plank Firm Mattress and found this super firm bed super supportive, and it's 25% off right now.
How to sleep with lower back pain — 5 essential tips from the experts
By Ruth Jones published
Lower back pain can have a big impact your sleep – we asked the experts why, and for tips on what you can do about it.
What to do and the places to avoid when putting your spare mattress on the floor
By Ruth Jones published
Following these simple rules will help your holiday guests stay warm and comfy when sleeping on a mattress on the floor
Need a new bed fast? 3 budget-friendly Amazon mattresses with same-day delivery
By Ruth Jones published
Order now to get same day delivery on these budget-friendly Amazon mattresses and enjoy better sleep this Christmas.
Plank Firm mattress review 2025
By Ruth Jones published
After over a month of sleeping on and testing the Plank Firm, here's what we've discovered about this super-hard mattress...
Cynthia Erivo got just three hours sleep a night filming 'Wicked' — here’s how to manage your sleep during a busy period
By Ruth Jones published
Cynthia Erivo confessed to sleeping just two to three hours a night while filming Wicked... here's how to make the most of a short sleep schedule.
Eight Sleep announces new Sleep Elixir supplement — but not everyone can take it
By Ruth Jones published
The Eight Sleep Sleep Elixir is an all-natural supplement from the innovative sleep brand, but these 3 types of people can’t take it.
I'm a sleep writer — this is the mattress I'd buy now for better sleep this Christmas
By Ruth Jones published
Wake up surrounded by comfort this Christmas morning with ultra-fast shipping on our favorite DreamCloud Hybrid mattress.
Keep waking up at night? Fall back asleep fast with this 5-second pillow trick
By Ruth Jones published
Find yourself lying awake at night? We investigate if adjusting your pillow can help send you back to sleep.
Saatva Classic vs Birch Natural: Which hybrid mattress is right for your sleep?
By Ruth Jones published
The Saatva Classic and the Birch Natural are both luxury, eco-friendly mattresses, but are either right for you? Here's how to pick between them...
Sleep coach reveals the best technique for falling asleep in 2 minutes
By Ruth Jones published
Deep breathing and progressive muscle relaxation are key to helping you fall asleep in two minutes. Here's why...
I tried three different ways to sleep with a cold — this is the one that worked
By Ruth Jones published
I tried three methods to help me sleep when I had a bad cold — this is the one that worked.
I slept on this Helix mattress and loved it — last chance to save 27% in extended Cyber Monday sales
By Ruth Jones published
I love the Dusk Luxe mattress for back and stomach sleepers, and you can now save up to $775 in the extended Helix Cyber Monday sale.
Forget Travel Tuesday – enjoy hotel comfort every day with these luxury mattress deals
By Ruth Jones published
It's Travel Tuesday, but you can enjoy hotel comfort every night with these extended Cyber Monday mattress deals from Saatva, Westin, and more
Ever wondered how Helix, Titan and Leesa mattresses are made? We visited a factory to see the process in action
By Ruth Jones, Frances Daniels published
We take a peek beneath the covers and see how your mattress is made at the 3Z factory
Cancel the sleep divorce! 3 extended Black Friday mattress deals perfect for couples
By Ruth Jones published
Looking for a mattress to suit two people? These are the biggest Black Friday mattress deals for couples to shop today.
Saatva vs Purple mattresses — which Black Friday mattress sale should you shop?
By Ruth Jones published
The Saatva and Purple Black Friday mattress sales are here but which deal should you shop? We explore.
The Classic is great — but I recommend a different Saatva mattress this Black Friday
By Ruth Jones last updated
The Saatva Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress is designed for all sleepers, which is why it's my pick of the Saatva Black Friday deals.
Shopping for a memory foam mattress? 5 I'd buy in Black Friday sales while they're still live
By Ruth Jones last updated
There's still big savings to be had mattress brands like Nectar, Siena and Saatva this Cyber Weekend.
An ultra firm mattress transformed my sleep — 3 I recommend this Black Friday
By Ruth Jones published
I've found all the best ultra firm mattresses to buy in today's Black Friday sales, with savings up to $450.
Save on a luxury hotel bed with 20% off the Ritz-Carlton mattress in rare Black Friday sale
By Ruth Jones published
The Ritz-Carlton mattress is a luxurious hybrid bed designed for all sleepers — and you can save 20% today in this rare Black Friday sale
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