Ruth Jones

Ruth Jones

Sleep staff Writer

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

A woman lying on her back wearing an eye mask wakes up after a bad night's sleep on an unsupportive mattress

You tested a bed in a mattress store but it feels different at home — what can you do?

By Ruth Jones published

What to do if the dreamy bed you tried in a mattress store turns into a nightmare at home, plus why it happens.

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A Ziwi ZiPP mattress on a bedframe in a bedroom

Team behind Purple launch new $999 foam mattress that could transform your sleep

By Ruth Jones published

The Ziwi ZiPP mattress has just launched — and it's an innovative take on all-foam designs from the maker of Purple beds

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The Purple Plus Mattress on a bed frame with pillows on top, in a bedroom. To the right is a Tom's Guide Price Drop deals graphic

The 7 best Labor Day mattress sales you can still buy today

By Ruth Jones published

Purple, Helix, Casper, and more — save up to $940 with these late Labor Day mattress sales.

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Tom's Guide Sleep Features Editor and Staff Writer lay on the Helix Midnight Luxe during testing

The 7 best deals to shop in today's Helix Labor Day mattress sale

By Ruth Jones published

Support your sleep with 27% off sitewide at Helix, including money off mattresses, bedding, and bases in the Labor Day sale.

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In this Saatva Classic Vs Helix Midnight Luxe comparioson image, the Saatva is seen on the left hand side and the Helix is on the right

Saatva vs Helix mattress: Who has the best Labor Day sale for side sleepers?

By Ruth Jones published

Need a mattress for side sleepers? We explore today's Labor Day sales to see whether Saatva or Helix has the best offer.

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A Saatva Classic Mattress on a bed frame outdoors on a platform by the sea, a Tom's Guide price drop deals graphic (right)

I’ve found the 7 biggest hybrid mattress deals in today's Labor Day sales — up to $940 off

By Ruth Jones published

All of today's best Labor Day deals on hybrid mattresses, with offers from Saatva, Helix, DreamCloud, and more.

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A couple sleeping on a mattress fitted with the Eight Sleep pod 4 Ultra smart cooling mattress cover and smart adjustable base

3 Labor Day mattress deals that will help you stop snoring

By Ruth Jones published

Enjoy quieter sleep for less in this year's Labor Day mattress sale, with up to $400 off adjustable bed bases.

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Sleep Number 360 i8 Smart Bed

What is an adjustable smart bed and should you buy one in the Labor Day sales?

By Ruth Jones published

An in-depth look at the advantages of an adjustable smart bed, and whether to buy one in this year's Labor Day sale.

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A closeup of the foot of the Helix Midnight Luxe mattress, a Tom's Guide price drop deals graphic (left)

Helix Labor Day sale 2024: Save on our favorite mattress for side sleepers and other luxury beds

By Ruth Jones published

The Helix Labor Day sale is here with 27% off all mattresses, including the top-rated Helix Midnight Luxe and other luxury beds.

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The Eight Sleep Pod 4 smart mattress cover on a bed (left) and the Sleep Number i8 Smart Bed on a bed frame (right)

Eight Sleep vs Sleep Number: Which Labor Day deal is best for you?

By Ruth Jones published

Can't decide between an Eight Sleep or Sleep Number smart bed? We explore what to buy in this year's Labor Day sale.

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Saatva Classic

5 signs you need a hybrid mattress not a memory foam in this year's Labor Day sales

By Ruth Jones published

If you spot any of these signs then you should buy a hybrid, not a memory foam, in this year's Labor Day mattress sale.

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Woman sat up with a duvet wrapped around her, holding a mug and looking tired

7 key signs you're sleep deprived and how to fix it — advice from an insomnia expert

By Ruth Jones published

If you’re tired during the day but struggle to fall asleep at night, you’re probably sleep deprived. A leading insomnia expert explains how to spot the sleep deprivation symptoms and fix it.

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Sleeping woman with headphones listening to sleep stories

What is green noise and can it help you fall asleep fast? An expert answers

By Ruth Jones published

We asked the experts how to use soothing green noise to fall asleep fast, and when to listen to white noise instead.

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A WInkBed mattress on a bed frame in a bedroom, a Tom's Guide price drop deals graphic (right)

The WinkBed mattress is always $300 off — here's why I'd still buy it in the Labor Day sale

By Ruth Jones published

The WinkBed delivers handcrafted hotel-like luxury and support from just $849 in the Labor Day mattress sale.

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The Saatva Classic Mattress on a bed frame outdoors, a Tom's Guide price drop deals graphic (right)

The Saatva Classic drops to $995 in Labor Day sale — why it's still my top pick

By Ruth Jones published

The luxurious Saatva Classic mattress suits almost every sleep style and the Labor Day sale matches this year's best price.

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Tom's Guide's sleep editor laying on the Helix Midnight Luxe mattress during testing, a Tom's Guide price drop deals graphic

Saatva, Helix, Purple and more — 5 top-rated mattresses for side sleepers to shop this Labor Day

By Ruth Jones published

Save on top-rated mattresses for side sleepers from Helix, Saatva, Purple and more in the Labor Day mattress sales.

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A suitcase in front of a mattress in a luxury hotel room

I've been to four hotels in four weeks — how I avoid bringing bed bugs home with me

By Ruth Jones published

As a sleep writer who traveled extensively this summer, I've become adept at checking for bed bugs. Here's how I do it...

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Image shows the helix midnight luxe mattress on a bed frame with a blue price drop sales badge

The 7 best queen hybrid mattresses for back pain to buy this Labor Day

By Ruth Jones published

Save on a queen hybrid mattress for back pain, with prices from $665

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A woman with dark hair lies on her side while scrolling on her phone in bed at night, with blue light shining on her face

Blue light isn't as bad for your sleep as you think, new study says

By Ruth Jones published

Blue light might only delay your sleep by 2.7 minutes

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A close up of the end of a Nectar Classic Memory Foam Mattress on a bed frame, a Tom's Guide price drop deals graphic (right)

Nectar Mattress Labor Day Sale 2024: Save up to 50% in Labor Day sales

By Ruth Jones published

Nectar's Labor Day sale is here with up to 40% off all mattresses, including the top-rated Nectar Classic Memory Foam.

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The Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt mattress on a bed frame in a bedroom, a man and his young sun sitting on top of it, smiling. A Tom's Guide price drop deals graphic (right)

Tempur-Pedic's Labor Day sale is here — this is the mattress I recommend for back sleepers

By Ruth Jones published

The Tempur-Adapt mattress is great for couples and back sleepers. Save up to $400 in the early Labor Day sale.

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A woman with long dark hair holds her back which is sore after sleeping on a mattress that's too firm for her

I switched from a hybrid mattress to a memory foam mattress — here’s why it was terrible for my back

By Ruth Jones published

I wanted the pressure relief of a memory foam mattress, but all I got was a bad back. Now I know three reasons why.

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The Saatva Classic mattress pictured in a pool house overlooking a bright blue swimming pool on a warm, sunny day

I test the best hybrid mattresses – my top pick is $400 off in Labor Day sales

By Ruth Jones published

The Saatva Classic mattress is our favorite bed for all sleepers and there's $400 off with our semi-exclusive Labor Day sale link.

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Emma Original Mattress

This Emma mattress is ideal for side sleepers — and you can save $730 on it right now

By Ruth Jones published

There's 50% off the Emma Original in an epic clearance sale. Here's why it's my choice for side sleepers and dorm rooms.

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A dog lying on top of a mattress with his nose right by the bed

Can your dog detect bed bugs in your mattress?

By Ruth Jones published

With the South Korean Olympic team using sniffer dogs to smell out bed bugs, we explore if your pet can detect bed bugs in your mattress.

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