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

John Lewis Boxing Day mattress sales

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

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

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

Tempur mattress deal

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

By Ruth Hamilton published

Unmissable bargains on Tempur mattresses.

Girl listening to Christmas songs on headphones, relaxing next to the tree

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

By Ruth Hamilton published

Jingle bellzzzzz?

Mattress in a box on a bed frame

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

By Ruth Hamilton published

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

Emma mattress Boxing Day sale graphic

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

By Ruth Hamilton published

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

Eight Sleep mattress with deal flag overlaid

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

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

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

The corner of an Emma Original mattress with bedding on top

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

By Ruth Jones last updated

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

Levitex Sleep Posture Mattress

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

By Ruth Hamilton published

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

Emma Original mattress

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

By Ruth Hamilton published

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...

Eight Sleep Pod 3 Cover

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

By Ruth Hamilton published

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

Simba Hybrid Pro mattress review 2025: superb support and sustainability

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

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

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.

Emma mattress protector with deals graphic overlaid

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

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

Close up of new mattress

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

By Ruth Hamilton published

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

Close up of bedbug

7 ways to get rid of bedbugs, without chemicals

By Ruth Hamilton published

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

Lola Cool Hybrid mattress, side view

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

By Ruth Hamilton published

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?

Inside the 3Z Brands mattress factory

What is the best type of memory foam?

By Ruth Hamilton published

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

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

By Ruth Hamilton published

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

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.

Woman lying in bed, blowing her nose

6 tips to help you sleep better when you've got a cold

By Ruth Hamilton published

Warning: contains multiple instances of the word 'mucus'

Man lying in bed and turning his alarm clock off

Why is waking up in the dark so difficult? And how can I make my body adapt?

By Ruth Hamilton published

Here's how to ease the pain of winter mornings, according to a sleep expert.

Black Friday mattress deals: Emma Original mattress in a sunny bedroom

10 hottest mattress deals you can still shop in the Black Friday sales

By Ruth Hamilton published

Black Friday is on its way out, but there are still mattress bargains if you're fast!

Woman scared in bed

Scared sleepless? 4 expert tips for avoiding nightmares after a horror movie binge

By Ruth Hamilton published

For scaredy cats who want to get some sleep this Halloween.

Sheep looking at the camera, with more sheep behind in a field

Does counting sheep really help you sleep? We asked an expert

By Ruth Hamilton published

It's an age-old technique, but does it actually do anything? We spoke to a Sleep Scientist to find out if counting sheep can help you drop off faster.

Simba mattress with Prime Deal flag overlaid

Prime Day: how to get the best mattress deal (it might not be at Amazon)

By Ruth Hamilton published

Sleep expert shares their smart shopping tips for the Prime Day mattress sales.

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