Claire Davies

Claire Davies

Senior Sleep Editor, Certified Sleep Science Coach

Claire Davies is Tom's Guide's mattress expert and main sleep product tester with over 15 years' product review experience, and she is responsible for all mattress and sleep coverage on the site. A qualified journalist, Sleep Editor and Certified Sleep Science Coach, Claire writes about all things related to sleep, from mattress reviews to the latest sleep techniques and research. Claire has interviewed a wealth of experts, from mattress designers and innovators to neuroscientists and doctors of sleep medicine. Before taking on the role of Sleep Editor, Claire worked as Health & Wellness Editor at Top Ten Reviews, and before that was a Senior Content Editor at T3. Claire is super-passionate about how consistent, good quality sleep can boost our physical and mental wellbeing, and would love to hear from PRs and brands regarding sleep products, services and research that can help our readers sleep better than ever. 

Latest articles by Claire Davies

A Saatva Classic Mattress on a bed frame outdoors on a platform by the sea, with a blue price drop sale badge overlaid on the image

The best Saatva mattress sales for August 2024: Save $400 on luxury beds

By Claire Davies last updated

The early Labor Day Saatva sale saves you $400 on luxury foam, hybrid and organic mattresses using our semi-exclusive link.

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Image shows the Casper One mattress on a grey fabric bedframe in a dark blue bedframe, with a blue price drop sales badge overlaid in the bottom right hand corner

Labor Day mattress sales 2024: Today's best deals

By Claire Davies, Louis Ramirez last updated

Labor Day sales are an excellent time to buy a new mattress and there are some excellent deals live today. Here's what our experts recommend...

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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)

Saatva Labor Day sale 2024: Save $400 with our exclusive deal

By Claire Davies published

Saatva has launched its Labor Day sale with a $400 discount on all mattresses, including the best-selling Saatva Classic hybrid.

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A female student lies on the Siena Memory Foam Mattress in a pink dorm room, a Tom's Guide price drop deals graphic (left)

Back to school mattress sales: 3 top-rated twin beds I’d buy, from $199

By Claire Davies published

Looking for a great mattress for college that will last beyond graduation? These are the best quality twin beds on sale now

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The Saatva Classic Mattress on a beige fabric bed frame placed against a blue pool, with a blue price drop sales badge overlaid on the image

Should you buy the Saatva Classic mattress now or wait for Labor Day sales?

By Claire Davies published

Here’s why I’d buy the Saatva Classic mattress now if you want a split Cal king size.

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A woman wearing gray jogging bottoms and black jumper lays on her stomach on top of the Helix Midnight Luxe, which is 30% off in the 4th of July mattress sales

Helix mattress deals and sales for August 2024: Save 20% on the Midnight Luxe

By Claire Davies last updated

August's Helix mattress sale saves you 20% sitewide plus free pillows with every bed purchase in early Labor Day deals.

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The Nectar mattress sale often features big discounts on the Memory Foam Mattress, pictured here on a wooden bed frame

Best Nectar mattress sales for August 2024: Save up to 40% on best boxed beds

By Claire Davies last updated

Save hundreds on popular memory foam and hybrid mattresses in the Nectar mattress sales this Labor Day, plus bedding bundles.

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Best Casper mattress sales: Casper Wave Hybrid Snow in blue bedroom

The best Casper mattress sales for August: Save up to 40% ahead of Labor Day

By Alison Barretta last updated

Shop this month's best Casper mattress sales for closeout savings on discontinued beds and deals on current models.

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Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Breeze mattress with Act Fast deals flag overlaid

Best Tempur-Pedic mattress deals and sales for August 2024: 40% off mattress toppers

By Claire Davies last updated

Tempur-Pedic August mattress deals includes 40% off saving on the top-rated Tempur-Adapt mattress topper plus 30% off close-out stock.

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A Tom's Guide Sleep Editor drops a 10lb weight onto a Helix Midnight Luxe mattress to gauge its motion isolation

The best mattress 2024

By Claire Davies last updated

Our sleep experts have tested the latest mattresses to bring you our in-depth guide to the very best options to buy online.

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Coop Home Goods Ultra Tech Waterproof Mattress Protector on a white mattress placed on a black bedframe in front of a window overlooking a city

Coop Home Goods Ultra Tech Waterproof Mattress Protector review 2024

By Claire Davies published

It promises full waterproof protection, but does the Coop Home Goods Ultra Tech Waterproof Mattress Protector actually work? We test it to find out.

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The DreamCloud Hybrid Mattress on a bed frame in a bedroom, between two night stands with lamps on top, two pillows balanced at the top end of the bed

DreamCloud Mattress review 2024

By Alison Barretta last updated

Can the DreamCloud Mattress provide luxury sleep for less? We slept on the hybrid for three weeks to find out.

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Best mattress in a box: image shows the DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid bed in a box placed on a wooden bedframe in a dark blue bedroom and with a couple laughing and sitting on the mattress

Best mattress in a box 2024: Reviewed by experts

By Claire Davies last updated

Choose the best mattress in a box for your budget with our expert buying guide and bed-in-a-box reviews.

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A woman lies asleep with her head resting on the Casper Hybrid Pillow with Snow Technology, both on a mattress

The best pillow 2024: Comfort for all sleeping positions

By Cynthia Lawrence, Claire Davies last updated

Sleep easy with the best pillow to suit every bedtime routine, sleep style, and budget, chosen by sleep experts.

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Best hybrid mattress: Image shows the DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid mattress placed on a wooden bedframe with a dog lying on top

The best hybrid mattress 2024: Reviewed by sleep experts

By Claire Davies last updated

This year's best hybrid mattresses for all budgets, tested by our in-house sleep experts.

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Best memory foam mattress: the Nectar Mattress photographed on a wooden bed frame

The best memory foam mattress 2024: 9 expert-tested beds

By Claire Davies last updated

Find the best memory foam mattress for you with our comprehensive 2024 buying guide and expert reviews.

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The best smart beds and smart mattresses: image shows the Sleep Number 360 i8 Smart Bed in a silver and black bedroom

The best smart beds and smart mattresses 2024

By Claire Davies last updated

Explore the best smart beds and mattresses of 2024, including built-in sleep tracking, custom cooling, and adjustable firmness.

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best mattress topper: Casper Comfy Mattress Topper, featuring a woman resting on her back enjoying said topper on her bed

The best memory foam mattress topper in 2024: rated by sleep experts

By Frances Daniels last updated

We rate and compare the best memory foam mattress toppers of 2024 across all budgets, sizes, and sleep needs

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Brooklyn Aurora Hybrid Luxe Cooling mattress

The best cooling mattress 2024: cool beds for hot sleepers

By Claire Davies last updated

Our expert guide to the best cooling mattresses to stop overheating and ensure you get a refreshing night's sleep.

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DreamCloud mattress sales and deals image shows the DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid mattress placed on a wooden bed frame and with a labrador lying on top

DreamCloud mattress sales for August: Up to $2,000 off with new deals

By Claire Davies last updated

The new DreamCloud mattress sale can save you up to 50% off the price of these top-rated memory foam and hybrid beds.

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Amazon Prime Day mattress deals guide image shows a couple sleeping on a Siena Memory Foam Mattress placed on a wooden bed frame, with a blue Prime Day sales badge overlaid in the bottom right hand corner

Amazon Prime Day mattress deals 2024: The 11 best sales, from $136

By Claire Davies last updated

We’ve scoured this year’s Amazon Prime Day deals for the best savings on popular hybrid and memory foam mattresses. These are the only sales we recommend buying…

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A young couple unbox and move a new memory foam mattress they bought from Amazon during the prime day deals event

How to spot a good Prime Day cheap mattress deal

By Frances Daniels published

Plus, the three best budget mattress sales to shop now, with prices from $137.

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Saatva Classic Mattress review image shows the Saatva Classic innerspring hybrid placed on a luxury wooden bed frame and dressed with white and green pillows

Saatva Classic Mattress review 2024: A year-long test

By Jennifer Nelson last updated

The Saatva Classic Mattress is designed for all sleepers, but how good is it really? We reviewed the luxury firm model for a year to find out.

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Image shows a man and a woman unrolling the world's best mattress topper, the Tempur-Adapt Mattress Topper, onto their bed

The best mattress toppers 2024: We've slept on and tested them all

By Claire Davies last updated

Our guide to this year's best mattress toppers to make your existing bed feel cooler, softer or firmer, with full reviews written by our sleep experts.

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Suitcase next to a hotel bed

What mattresses do hotels use? The Ritz, Hilton, Premier Inn and more

By Alison Barretta last updated

Find out why hotel mattresses and pillows are among the most comfortable you've ever slept on.

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