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How to sleep better
See all How to sleep better reviewsThe Best Essential Oil Diffusers
by Dorie Chevlen and Shannon Palus
The Urpower 300ml Aroma Essential Oil Diffuser has been our favorite diffuser since 2017.
The Best Cheap Mattresses (Under $500)
by Caira Blackwell
It takes some effort, but you can find a decent, comfortable mattress that won’t break the bank. Here are five we recommend.
How to Survive Daylight Saving Time
by Caira Blackwell
Daylight saving time can wreak havoc on your sleep, and more. Here are tips to make the transition easier.
Mattresses
See all Mattresses reviewsHow to Choose a Mattress
by Joanne Chen
We’ve collected all our big-picture mattress-buying advice to help you find a bed you’ll happily sleep on for years.
The Best Mattresses for Back Pain
by Joanne Chen
There is no actual “best” mattress for back-pain sufferers, though one that feels medium-firm to you is likely to be the best choice. We have six to recommend.
The Best Mattresses for Side Sleepers
by Caira Blackwell and Joanne Chen
If you regularly sleep on your side, you’ll likely want a cushy mattress that aligns your spine and offers good support. These are our favorites.
Pillows
See all Pillows reviewsThe Best Body Pillow
by Ayanna Redwood-Crawford
If you need extra support and comfort in bed, or you fall asleep faster when you have something to hug, a body pillow can be a worthy bedding upgrade.
The Best Memory Foam Pillows
by Jackie Reeve
We had our testers try 18 shredded, solid-slab, layered, and contoured memory-foam pillows. Their overall favorite: the Nest Bedding Easy Breather Pillow.
The Best Pillow for Side Sleepers
by Jackie Reeve
We recommend the Xtreme Comforts Shredded Memory Foam Pillow for most side-sleepers. If you prefer a smoother cover, get Nest Bedding's Easy Breather Pillow.
Sheets and bedding
See all Sheets and bedding reviewsThe Best Throw Blankets
by Jackie Reeve
We spent hundreds of hours researching and testing more than 50 throws. Here are 11 throws we think are the best to curl up with for a nap.
This Affordable Down Comforter Feels Like a Marshmallowy Hug
by Marilyn Ong
Target’s Casaluna Premium Down Comforter is one of the most affordable comforters we’ve tested, yet it has ethical down and still feels cozy and luxurious.
The Best Quilts
by Jackie Reeve
After testing 14 different quilts, we found two cozy and beautiful ones that we love.
Sleep gear
See all Sleep gear reviewsThe Best White Noise Machine
by Joanne Chen and Annie Chou
A white noise machine can mask irritating noises that make it hard to sleep or difficult to focus. The LectroFan EVO is the most effective option for the price.
The Best Robes
by Jackie Reeve and Zoe Vanderweide
We found seven ultra-comfy women’s, men’s, and unisex robes in a wide variety of fabrics and styles.
Are Therabody’s $200 Eye Massager SmartGoggles Worth the Splurge?
by Daniela Gorny
Therabody’s $200 smart goggles offer relaxing kneading sensations and vibrations to help you wind down. But can they help you sleep?
More Sleep Posts
The Best Mattresses for Stomach Sleepers
by Joanne Chen
We like these six medium-firm mattresses best for stomach-sleepers because they’ll support and cushion your midsection while still aligning your spine.
The Best Mattresses for Back Sleepers
by Joanne Chen
If you prefer to sleep on your back, you’ll probably want a medium-firm mattress to align your spine and keep your shoulders, hips, and lower back comfortable.
The Best Innerspring Mattresses
by Joanne Chen
Shopping for mattresses can be a nightmare, and searching specifically for an innerspring model is its own special hell. Let us help.
The Best Memory Foam Mattresses You Can Buy Online
by Caira Blackwell
A great memory-foam mattress hugs, cuddles, and cradles you just right. We’ve tested dozens to find three we recommend.
The Best Hybrid Mattresses
by Joanne Chen
Part coil, part foam, hybrid mattresses have a range of feels. Here are our favorites, plus what you need to know to find one that’s right for you.
I’ve Never Slept Better Than on a Japanese Futon
by Courtney Schley
One of the editors on the Wirecutter sleep team has tested dozens of mattresses, but she still misses her Japanese futon.
Ask Wirecutter: Should I Kick My Dog Out of My Bedroom at Night?
by Annemarie Conte
A couple has to negotiate whether or not to let their pooch sleep in bed with them.
Your Fitness Tracker Comes With Lots of Sleep Data. Here’s How to Make It Work for You.
by Rose Maura Lorre
You may already own a fitness tracker to monitor your exercise—but here’s how you can also use it to improve your sleep.
I’ve Slept Through Fire Alarms and Bumpy Car Rides. This Calming Sunrise Alarm Clock Always Wakes Me Up.
by Phillip Zminda
The Philips SmartSleep Wake-Up Light HF3520’s gradual rays of red-tinted light and tranquil sounds have woken me up for nearly three years.
Morning Light Kept Ruining My Sleep. Then I Discovered This Mask.
by Christina Colizza
This bra-shaped sleep mask is great for back-sleepers and people who don’t like fabric touching their eyes.
Pluto Pod Travel Pillow: A First-Class Sleep Experience in Economy
by Dorie Chevlen
This travel pillow is so great you won’t even care if you look silly wearing it.
The Best Sleep Mask
by Caira Blackwell
A comfortable, well-fitting sleep mask blocks disruptive light, which can help you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer.
Our Favorite Kids Pajamas
by Wirecutter Staff
Our favorite jammies for kids come in fun prints and soft fabrics, and they hold up well through lots of wash and wear.
The Hug Sleep Adult Swaddle Bundled Me Up Like a Burrito. It Didn’t Improve My Sleep.
by Annie Chou
Hug Sleep’s Sleep Pods are stretchy, adult-size swaddles that promise to calm restless sleepers with deep touch pressure. Is it worth the squeeze?
Ask Wirecutter: He Works Nights. She Works Mornings. How Do They Avoid Waking Each Other Up?
by Annemarie Conte
Help you and your partner sleep soundly, even if you’re on opposite sleep schedules, with a few key changes to your bedroom setup.
7 Cheap(ish) Things for a Good Night’s Sleep
by Gabriella DePinho
Whether you’re stuck to your phone at night or having trouble silencing the day’s to-dos, here’s a handful of picks to help you get some rest.
15 Tools and Tips That Have Helped Our Kids (Finally!) Get to Sleep
by Wirecutter Staff
A full night’s sleep sounds like a dream to parents with young kids. We’ve found that with the right tools, there’s hope that everyone gets a bit more shut-eye.
What We Recommend for Hot, Sweaty Sleepers
by Gabriella DePinho
Chill out, hot sleepers! These breathable fabrics and cooling solutions can help.