Ruth Hamilton

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

Brisk It Origin-580 pellet grill

This smart pellet grill uses generative AI to deliver the perfect BBQ – including adapting to 'unexpected surprises'

By Ruth Hamilton published

Brisk It enlists AI as its sous chef, so you can focus on socializing.

A couple on the Emma Original mattress in a bedroom

The best cheap mattress 2025

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

Our pick of the best cheap mattresses deliver on comfort, support and value for money.

A couple sitting on the Emma Original memory foam mattress in a bedroom

The best memory foam mattress 2025: 9 of the top options

By Ruth Jones last updated

We round up the best memory foam mattresses, delivering contouring comfort and maximum motion isolation.

A pair of hands fitting the Utopia Bedding Bamboo Mattress Protector onto a bed

The best mattress protectors 2025: give your bed that essential final touch

By Becks Shepherd last updated

Find the best mattress protectors to keep your bed safe from spills, stains, germs and allergens.

Man lying in bed with eyes closed and Airpods in

How to use music to help you sleep: 3 golden rules

By Ruth Hamilton published

Music can be a powerful part of your bedtime routine – here's how to pick the perfect sleep playlist.

A teen uses their phone in bed at night

How social media impacts your sleep (and what to do instead)

By Ruth Hamilton published

It might not be blue light that's the biggest threat to your wind-down routine, says sleep scientist.

Panda Hybrid Bamboo Mattress

The best mattress 2025: your expert guide to the dreamiest beds

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

We review and rank the best mattresses for any budget.

best mattress toppers: Tempur-Pedic TEMPUR-Adapt Mattress Topper

The best mattress toppers 2025: affordable ways to upgrade your bed

By Jo Plumridge last updated

Discover the best mattress toppers to up your comfort and extend your current bed's lifespan.

Attendees asleep at the Emma Scores of Sleep concert

The Emma mattress brand's new Spotify album is scientifically designed to help you fall asleep – and trust me, it works

By Ruth Hamilton published

I have yet to make it to the end of Scores of Sleep without dropping off.

Person turning their morning alarm clock off from their bed

"Sleep happens" – it's time to stop micromanaging your nights, says sleep specialist

By Ruth Hamilton published

Focusing on clocking up 8 hours a night isn't the be-all and end-all for good sleep.

Amazon Echo Dot smart speaker on a bedside table

Your Alexa is your secret weapon for better sleep

By Ruth Hamilton published

Here's how to use your smart speaker to help you wind down and sleep better.

Close up of fabric on Emma Premium Pillow

Emma Premium Pillow hands-on review

By Ruth Hamilton published

Not yet rated

The Emma Premium Pillow uses layers of foams to offer different features. Here's my hands-on review.

Amazon Echo smart speaker on a bedside table

How to use your Alexa to create a relaxing sleep routine (no screens required)

By Ruth Hamilton published

Alexa routines can help you follow a regular wind-down routine... and they can make your mornings brighter too.

Nectar Chatbot

I tried to bully an AI chatbot into giving me a mattress discount – but it started bullying me right back

By Ruth Hamilton published

Nectar's new AI chatbot lets you haggle for your new mattress, and it's as hellish as it sounds.

mattress sales and deals: A Purple NewDay mattress in a bedroom, in the corner is a TechRadar deals graphic

The best mattress deals and sales in April 2025

By Jim McCauley last updated

We round up the best mattress deals and sales right now, with some especially deep discounts from the Presidents' Day sales.

Emma Premium Topper, low side view

Emma Premium topper review

By Ruth Hamilton published

The Emma Premium Topper is thick, plush and sumptuous, but it won't suit every kind of sleeper.

Nectar mattress with deals graphic overlaid

Nectar mattress deals for April: get a new bed with up to 40% off

By Jim McCauley last updated

We round up the best Nectar mattress deals live now, plus offer advice on when to buy to snag the cheapest prices.

DreamCloud sales and deals, featuring a DreamCloud mattress against a blue background with a badge saying "LOWEST PRICE"

DreamCloud mattress sales and deals for April: there's still time to save 50%

By Paul Dimery last updated

The DreamCloud mattress deals mean you can upgrade to a luxury bed for less money; get all the details here.

Simba hybrid mattress, and Big saving flag overlaid

Simba mattress sales and deals for April: 25% off selected beds

By Jim McCauley last updated

Your guide to the best Simba mattress deals live now, plus advice on when to buy to snag the lowest prices.

Mattress in a box vs traditional mattress

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

By Ruth Hamilton published

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.

Woman reading a book in bed

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

By Ruth Hamilton published

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

Motion Pillow

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

By Ruth Hamilton published

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

woman asleep with phone on bed next to her

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

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

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.

Close up of person's feet, wearing trainers and walking through an urban area

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

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

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

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