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We’ve tested every Helix cooling mattress topper — here’s the one to buy if you have back pain

Every Helix mattress topper has impressed us with cooling comfort, but this is our top pick for sleepers who need chiropractor-approved support for back pain

Tom’s Guide · Apr 26

Is Saatva's Memory Foam Hybrid mattress still 'close to perfect'? My thoughts after sleeping on this luxury hotel bed for a week

Right now Saatva's cheapest hybrid mattress is hitting that sweet spot of comfort versus support, plus it's put an end to my overheating while sleeping.

Tom’s Guide · Apr 14

I slept on the Purple Harmony and the Coop Adjustable Latex Pillow as a side sleeper with sore shoulders — for me, there's a clear winner

These two latex pillows could not be any more different. Here's what I recommend as a side sleeper who's dealt with sore shoulders...

Tom’s Guide · Mar 17

I tried Saatva's luxury mattress and loved it — but this is what I'd buy in the Labor Day sales to get the look and feel for less

The Saatva Classic is a luxury hotel-quality mattress, but here's what I'd buy to get a slice of the brand's signature comfort on a smaller budget.

Tom’s Guide · Aug 21, 2025

How does Tempur-Pedic's mattress material compare with memory foam? We take a look

Our expert guide to Tempur-Material vs memory foam, including price, feel, design and whether Tempur-Pedic mattress foam lives up to the hype.

Tom’s Guide · Jul 20, 2025

Does the DreamCloud Hybrid Mattress still impress? Here's what I think after one week of re-testing

I reviewed the DreamCloud Hybrid Mattress three years ago, and re-testing it now to see if it's still deserving of praise. Here's how my first week went.

Tom’s Guide · Jan 23, 2025

Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt ProAdjust Pillow review 2024

Our tester slept on a Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt ProAdjust Pillow for two weeks. Here's how it helped her neck and shoulder pain...

Tom’s Guide · Dec 27, 2024

Is the Cloverlane Hybrid mattress worth buying this Black Friday? I sleep on one — here's my advice

I weight up the pros and cons of the Cloverlane Hybrid so you can decide whether to buy it in the Black Friday sales

Tom’s Guide · Nov 28, 2024

I slept on the $7,000 Bryte Balance AI-powered smart bed — here's why I think it's worth the money

I slept on the $7,000 Bryte Balance AI-powered smart bed at the Park Terrace Hotel in New York City — here how I found it

Tom’s Guide · Nov 20, 2024

Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt + Cooling Mattress Topper review

Does the Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Adapt + Cooling Mattress Topper deliver a cooler sleep than the original? Here's what we thought...

Tom’s Guide · Nov 20, 2024