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
I’m a stomach sleeper, here’s why I’m super fussy about my pillows
By Ruth Jones published
Choosing the right pillow for stomach sleepers transformed my rest. Here's what front sleepers should look for in a pillow.
I thought double-sided mattresses were a gimmick until I tried one — here's what happened
By Ruth Jones published
The Plank Firm convinced me double-sided mattresses could be useful. Here's all you need to know before buying a flippable bed.
Should you buy a memory foam mattress or a hybrid for side sleeping?
By Ruth Jones published
We explore if memory foam or hybrid mattresses are better at delivering the pressure relief side sleepers need.
What is the Big Fig mattress for heavy people and should you buy one?
By Ruth Jones published
The Big Fig Mattress has been designed from the ground up to support bigger bodies, but is this the right bed for you?
Is the Leesa Legend Hybrid mattress worth it? Here's our hands-on review
By Ruth Jones published
The Leesa Legend Hybrid mattress promises luxury comfort for side sleepers. We got hands-on to see how it stacks up...
Jet lag knocked me out for a week — how I got my sleep back on track
By Ruth Jones published
Learn from my mistakes and beat jet lag quicker with these tips I'll be using the next time I fly.
Are memory foam mattresses good for side sleepers? I'm a bed tester — here's my take
By Ruth Jones published
All-foam mattresses offer deep pressure relief across the hips, shoulders and knees, which is great news for side sleepers.
Stress often wakes me up in the middle of the night — why it happens and how sound therapy is helping me sleep better
By Ruth Jones published
This World Mental Health Day I explore how underlying stress can cause temporary insomnia, and what you can do about it.
Eight Sleep vs Sleep Number: Which smart mattress should you buy in the Prime Day sales if you snore?
By Ruth Jones published
Can Eight Sleep or Sleep Number smart beds stop your snoring? We explore which deal to shop this Prime Day.
I tried the Leesa Legend Hybrid mattress and loved it for side sleeping — and a king is $1,500 off in Prime Day sales
By Ruth Jones published
This massive October Prime Day saving on one of the best mattresses for side sleepers has blown me away.
I’m a stomach sleeper — here’s the Nectar mattress I’d buy in today's rival Prime Day sale
By Ruth Jones published
The Nectar Classic Hybrid Mattress offers great support for stomach sleepers, and at a budget friendly price. Here's why I'd buy in today's rival Prime Day sale...
Not a typo! Amazon is selling a pillow top king mattress for just $390 in Prime Day sale
By Ruth Jones published
The Chime mattress has over 20,000 five-star reviews and it costs from just $216 thanks to this mega Prime Day deal.
Saatva Classic vs Nectar Luxe Hybrid: Which luxury mattress should you buy?
By Ruth Jones published
We compare the Saatva Classic innerspring hybrid against the Nectar Luxe Hybrid to help you decide between them.
Twin XL mattress vs twin: which bed size is best for your sleep?
By Ruth Jones published
Twin XL mattresses and twin beds are both comfy for solo sleepers and teens, but which is right for you? We examine...
Forget Prime Day — this Beautyrest luxury mattress deal is too good to miss
By Ruth Jones published
Save $600 on the Beautyrest Black Hybrid mattress when you buy an adjustable bed before Prime Day.
What is a Titan Plus mattress for heavy people and should you buy one?
By Ruth Jones published
The Titan Plus mattress has been designed to provide full body support for heavy people, but is it right for you?
Saatva Classic vs Saatva Memory Foam Hybrid: Which mattress is right for you?
By Ruth Jones published
How to choose between Saatva's flagship mattresses and find the right luxury bed for your sleep needs.
Save up to $2,399 on a top Tempur-Pedic cooling mattress in huge closeout sale
By Ruth Jones published
Save 30% on Tempur-Pedic's luxury PRObreeze cooling mattress in the brand's big final sale, but shop fast as sizes are selling out.
Bear Elite vs Cloverlane Hybrid: Which mattress is right for your sleep?
By Ruth Jones published
Is the Bear Elite or Cloverlane Hybrid the right premium hybrid mattress for your sleep style? We explore key differences.
Is TikTok the new bedtime story? New survey shows Americans are embracing viral sleep hacks
By Ruth Jones published
Over one third of Americans admit to using sleep hacks to drift off, but is your TikTok habit harming or helping your sleep?
This is why a sagging mattress causes lower back pain — and how to fix it
By Ruth Jones published
Waking up with lower back ache? Your sagging mattress might be the cause, but there are things you can do about it.
What is a mattress for big people?
By Ruth Jones published
We explore what a mattress for big people is, who can benefit from these specialist beds, and how to know if you need one.
5 reasons why your mattress is making your sleep worse, according to a bed expert
By Ruth Jones published
Can't sleep? We asked an expert why your mattress might be behind your bad rest, plus what you can do about it.
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