Articles by Ruth Hamilton, Homes Editor

Ruth is TechRadar's Homes Editor specializing in air (vacuum cleaners, robovacs, fans and air purifiers), and hair (hair dryers, straighteners and stylers). She has been in consumer journalism since 2020, reviewing and writing about everything from outdoor kit to mattresses and wellness gadgets, with stints on Tom's Guide and T3 before joining TechRadar. Before that, she worked on various design titles, in print and online.

Articles by: Ruth Hamilton

Mattress in a box vs traditional mattress

Bed in a box mattress vs traditional mattress: which is better?

By Ruth Hamilton published 20 January 24

We run down the pros and cons of bed-in-a-box mattresses versus traditional models, delivered flat, in terms of quality, convenience, price and more.

I swapped doomscrolling for reading before bed and I regret to inform you it did improve my sleep

By Ruth Hamilton published 19 January 24

Can shutting your phone away at night really make such a difference? Sadly, yes.

This AI-powered pillow has a smart way of shutting up snorers

By Ruth Hamilton published 9 January 24

CES 2024 The Motion Pillow's snorer-silencing tech has won a CES innovation award.

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These are the best (and worst) iPhone alarms to wake up to, according to science

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 3 January 24

Some alarm tones are just setting you up to fail. Cue one of these up to start the new year with a spring in your step.

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I walked 10,000 steps every day for a week instead of going to the gym – here are 3 things I learned

By Ruth Hamilton published 2 January 24

Will walking 10k steps a day get you fit? I tried it to find out.

Brook + Wilde The Ultima mattress in a bedroom with a deals graphic

This epic luxury mattress deal ends in a few days – don't miss it

By Ruth Hamilton published 1 January 24

Brook + Wilde makes luxe-feeling, hybrid mattresses in your choice of firmness, and they're incredible value in the January sales.

John Lewis January mattress sales: big own brand bargains and Tempur on clearance

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 1 January 24

Hoping to snag a January sales bargain on a new mattress at John Lewis? Here's your guide to the top deals.

The best luxury memory foam mattresses around just got a MAJOR price cut in the John Lewis sale

By Ruth Hamilton published 29 December 23

Unmissable bargains on Tempur mattresses.

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These are the best Christmas songs to help you fall asleep, according to science

By Ruth Hamilton published 20 December 23

Jingle bellzzzzz?

Are bed in a box mattresses good quality? Here's what two mattress manufacturers had to say

By Ruth Hamilton published 18 December 23

Bed-in-a-box mattresses are everywhere; we investigate if you're sacrificing quality for convenience.

Emma Sleep has lost the plot and launched its Boxing Day mattress sale already – here are the best deals

By Ruth Hamilton published 7 December 23

It's barely even December but the Emma Boxing Day sale is delivering some major mattress bargains.

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Last chance! The $250 / £250 off Eight Sleep smart mattress cover deal ends at midnight

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 30 November 23

A rare chance for a big saving on the smart mattress cover that will cooling or heat your bed to the perfect temperature.

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The Emma Black Friday deals are still live – but which Emma mattress should you buy?

By Ruth Jones last updated 27 November 23

Emma mattresses are super cheap in the extended Black Friday sale, but which one is right for you?

The best mattress for back pain just got a rare 20% discount for Black Friday

By Ruth Hamilton published 24 November 23

Levitex is designed specifically to keep your spine supported and aligned all night.

Should you buy an Emma mattress in the Black Friday sales?

By Ruth Hamilton published 22 November 23

The Emma mattress is one of the most affordable mattresses around, and it's even cheaper for Black Friday. We take a closer look to see if it's really a good deal...

Is the Eight Sleep smart mattress cover noisy? We asked our reviewer

By Ruth Hamilton published 20 November 23

The Eight Sleep Pod Pro uses water-filled channels cool and heat your bed to your exact preferences. Here's what to expect in terms of noise.

Simba Hybrid Pro mattress review 2025: superb support and sustainability

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 19 November 23

The Simba Hybrid Pro mattress combines the best of modern mattress technologies with a more traditional feel. Here's my full review.

The Emma Mattress shown on a black metal bed frame and placed against a green wall

Emma Mattress review 2025: a strong all-rounder that's great value

By Grace Franks last updated 27 October 23

Recommended

In my Emma Mattress review, I put the UK's best-known bed-in-a-box to the test in terms of comfort and support.

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7 of the best cheap mattress protector deals in the Prime Day sales – upgrade your sleep for under $15/£15

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 11 October 23

Machine-washable, waterproof or anti-bedbug options to keep your sleep setup clean and fresh.

Buying a mattress from Amazon? Make sure it has these 3 things

By Ruth Hamilton published 10 October 23

Amazon has lots of cheap mattresses, but some aren't worth your money – these are the essential things to look for.

7 ways to get rid of bedbugs, without chemicals

By Ruth Hamilton published 9 October 23

Bedbugs are extremely difficult to get rid of on your own, but here are some techniques that can help.

Lola Cool mattress review: A buoyant hybrid with some appealing features

By Ruth Hamilton published 8 October 23

The Lola Cool Hybrid mattress performed pretty well in all our tests, but in a price bracket with stiff competition, does it do enough to stand out?

What is the best type of memory foam?

By Ruth Hamilton published 22 September 23

Not all memory foam mattresses are created equal. Here are the things to look for in a comfortable, high quality, durable foam

Simba Hybrid Luxe mattress review 2025: a premium mattress with a traditional feel

By Ruth Hamilton published 12 February 23

The Simba Hybrid Luxe mattress boasts a complex, 10-layer design. Does it deliver an equally premium sleep experience? Here's my review.

woman in bed with duvet pulled over her head

How to keep your bedroom warm (without putting the heating on)

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 26 December 22

Want to avoid a sky-high heating bill? Here's how to trap the warm air in your bedroom, and keep the cold draughts out.

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