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 lies on a luxury mattress with her arms spread, looking relaxed and happy

I'm a sleep writer – 5 reasons why I’d choose a pillow-top mattress for my next bed

By Ruth Jones published

From instant comfort to hotel luxury, here are the reasons why I'm choosing a pillow-top mattress – and the deals I'd shop today.

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Nectar Premier mattress

What is the Nectar Premier mattress and should you buy it in Memorial Day sales?

By Ruth Jones published

The Nectar Premier Mattress offers cushioned comfort for side sleepers – we explore if you should buy it in the Memorial Day sales.

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The Lucid 10-inch Gel Memory Foam on a bed frame in a bedroom, a Tom's Guide Price Drop deals graphic (right)

Not a typo! Lucid is selling a Cal king mattress for just $399.49 in Memorial Day sale

By Ruth Jones published

Enjoy 15% off the budget-friendly Lucid Memory Foam Mattress and get cheap cooling for even less in the Memorial Day sale.

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The Siena Memory Foam Mattress on a bed frame in a bedroom, with pillows on top

I’m a sleep writer — 3 key things I'll be looking for when shopping for a cheap mattress in Memorial Day sales

By Ruth Jones published

Want to get a cheap mattress in the Memorial Day sales? Here are the key things to look out for, plus my top three deals.

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The Eight Sleep Pod 4 on a mattress in a bedroom with the Pod 4 hub next to the bed

Eight Sleep unveils new Pod 4 cooling mattress cover for hot sleepers just in time for summer — complete with AI sleep tracking

By Ruth Jones published

The Pod 4 and Pod 4 Ultra are the latest innovations from Eight Sleep, offering next-level cooling, smarter tracking, and comfortable sleep.

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A Leesa Sapira Hybrid Mattress in a bedroom, with a Tom's Guide lower price deals graphic (left)

Don't wait for the Memorial Day sales — Leesa's best mattress for side sleepers is 25% off now

By Ruth Jones published

With cushioning support for side sleepers and a mega 25% off deal, don't wait for the Memorial Day sales before buying the Leesa Sapira Hybrid.

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A woman lies in bed looking peaceful and relaxed after using a great breathing technique for sleep

Fall asleep fast — 3 breathing techniques that help me drift off easily

By Ruth Jones published

Techniques like the 4-7-8 sleep method and moon breathing help me fall asleep fast by lowering my stress levels – here's how to use them tongiht.

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A Casper Snow hybrid cooling mattress in a bedroom, a man and woman sit on top of the mattress watching as a little girl jumps onto the bed, a Tom's Guide price drop deals graphic in the corner (right)

Shopping for a cooling mattress this weekend? 7 big sales I recommend

By Ruth Jones published

Discover the best deals on cooling mattresses this weekend, with big price cuts from Helix, Casper, Nectar Sleep and more.

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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's Memorial Day mattress sale is live — here's my top pick for side sleepers

By Ruth Jones published

The Helix Midnight Luxe is the best mattress for all side sleepers and its now 30% off for Memorial Day sale – plus more Helix deals that have caught my eye.

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An organic mattress made up with white sheets in the middle of a green forest

Are organic mattresses a con? An expert talks 'green washing' in the organic bed market

By Ruth Jones published

“Green, eco, natural, we never go near these words because they mean nothing” — Naturepedic's Arin Schultz gets candid about organic mattresses.

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The Purple Plus mattress on a bed frame in a room (left) vs the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe Cooling mattress on a bed frame in a bedroom (right)

Should you buy a queen or full size mattress this Memorial Day? Here's how to tell

By Ruth Jones published

We explore the key differences between a queen and full size mattress, including how to decide which is right before buying this Memorial Day.

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A Casper Sleep Elements mattress on a bed frame in a bedroom next to a bedside table, a Tom's Guide price drop deals graphic to the right

Found! 3 of the best queen mattresses on sale for under $700 on Amazon

By Ruth Jones published

3 of the best mattress deals on Amazon ahead of Memorial Day sales, including big savings on queen size beds from brands including Casper and Tuft & Needle.

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A woman wakes up and stretches in bed after enjoying a good night's sleep

Are cooling mattress toppers any good for overheating in bed or a waste of money?

By Ruth Jones published

We explore how a smart cooling mattress topper might be able to help you keep cool overnight — plus 3 of the best deals to shop today.

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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 Purple Plus is $300 off — but should you wait for the Memorial Day mattress sales instead?

By Ruth Jones published

There's $300 off on one of our best mattresses for back pain, but here's why I'm waiting for a better deal on the Purple Plus.

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The DreamCloud mattress placed on a wooden bed frame and with a golden retriever lying on top, with a blue price drop sales badge overlaid

The 5 best queen Saatva Classic mattress rivals on sale for under $1,000 today

By Ruth Jones published

Want the Saatva Classic but don't have the budget for this premium mattress? I've found the best affordable alternatives on sale ahead of Memorial Day.

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Lifting off a mattress topper

5 signs you need a new bed topper and not a new mattress in the Memorial Day sales

By Ruth Jones published

Do you need to buy new mattress, or could a mattress topper be all you need this Memorial Day? Here's how to tell.

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A couple lie asleep on the WinkBed mattress, with a Tom's Guide price drop deals graphic (left)

Mattresses for back pain — up to $2,600 off my top 7 picks from this weekend's sales

By Ruth Jones published

There are some huge savings on mattresses for back pain in this weekend's sales, including big discounts from Helix, WinkBeds and DreamCloud.

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A mattress on the floor with a woman sitting on top, talking on the phone about ways to keep it free of mold growth

Mattress on the floor — how to avoid mold growing on your bed

By Ruth Jones published

A mattress on the floor might seem save you money and space, but you're at risk of mold growth. Here's how to avoid it...

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A Purple Hybrid Mattress on a bed frame in a bedroom with a Tom's Guide price drop deals graphic

Quick! Buy a queen size Purple hybrid mattress for $1,679 in huge close out sale

By Ruth Jones published

Enjoy the benefits of Purple GelFlex Grid technology with this Purple Hybrid Mattress closeout sale — save up to $1,520.

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

5 signs you should be sleeping on a firm mattress, not a soft bed

By Ruth Jones published

Soft beds offer sink-in comfort, but when is the increased support of a firm mattress right for you? Here's how to tell...

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A woman wakes up and stretches in bed after enjoying a good night's sleep

Sleep for longer — the 3 best tips I've learned for getting more sleep at night

By Ruth Jones published

If you're wondering how to sleep for longer these simple tips are the best things I've learnt since working as a sleep writer.

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A mattress in a hotel made up with pillow and sheets, with folded towels and a breakfast tray on top of the bed

What is the Ritz-Carlton Hotel mattress and should you buy it?

By Ruth Jones published

Everything you need to know about the Ritz-Carlton Hotel mattress, where to buy it, and our top-rated alternatives.

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A woman wakes up in bed after a good night's sleep

5 ways a smart mattress can help you sleep better if you suffer from back pain, night sweats or restless legs

By Ruth Jones published

We explore how a smart mattress can alleviate common sleep issues to achieve better rest, plus three of our favorite smart beds.

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The Cocoon by Sealy Chill Hybrid Mattress in a bedroom with a Tom's Guide price drop deals graphic (right)

Quick! This Cocoon by Sealy cooling mattress for hot sleepers just dropped to $344 at Walmart

By Ruth Jones published

Hot sleepers, buy a queen size Cocoon by Sealy Chill mattress for just $434 in an epic Walmart sale — that’s less than half of what you'd pay shopping direct with Sealy.

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A man sits on a mattress on the floor before he falls asleep

3 mistakes you’re making when putting a mattress on the floor for sleeping, says expert

By Ruth Jones last updated

A sleep coach shares what mistakes people make when putting their mattress on the floor, and how to avoid them.

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