Since becoming the Sleep Features Editor for Tom’s Guide, I feel like I’ve come to know exactly what I need to get a good night’s sleep. While a nighttime routine and a consistent schedule are key, if you’re sleeping on the wrong mattress you’re likely to wake up frequently and find it hard to fall asleep.
As a side sleeper, I need a bed that will take the pressure off my shoulders, hips and knees, but not something that's so soft my spine will shift out of alignment. Our guide to this year's best mattresses feature top-rated beds we’ve tried and tested and they offer different features for different sleepers. After testing a few myself, I’ve realized the one feature I need for a great night’s sleep: A pillow top.
