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Our Pillow Expert’s Favorite Wedge Pillow
by Jackie Reeve
Our pillow expert has tested dozens of pillows. Here’s a love letter to the wedge pillow she can’t live without.
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.
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 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.
Wirecutter Picks to Revamp Your Bedroom on the Cheap(ish)
by Gabriella DePinho
Redoing your room doesn’t have to blow your budget. Here’s a handful of less-pricey picks for mattresses, pillows, and everything in between (ahem, sheets).
The Best Memory Foam Mattresses You Can Buy Online
by Joanne Chen and Caira Blackwell
A great foam mattress hugs, cuddles, and cradles you just right. We’ve tested dozens to find five we recommend.
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 White Noise Machine
by Joanne Chen
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 Bed Pillows
by Jackie Reeve
After spending more than 1,000 nights testing hundreds of pillows, we have a range of favorites, so you can pick the right one for you.
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 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.
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.
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 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.
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.
The Best Mattress Toppers
by Alex Arpaia and Daniela Gorny
After 300 hours sleeping on 17 models, we’ve chosen four memory-foam, latex, and fiber-filled mattress toppers that we think will work for most sleepers.
The Best Mattresses for 2024
by Joanne Chen and Caira Blackwell
The perfect mattress is highly individual. We’ve researched and tested dozens of mattresses, in a range of prices, to help you find your best night’s sleep.
The Best Quilts
by Jackie Reeve
After testing 14 different quilts, we found two cozy and beautiful ones that we love.
The Best Sunrise Alarm Clock
by Joanne Chen and Annie Chou
We’ve tested over a dozen sunrise alarm clocks to find those with bright lights, soothing dawn and dusk simulations, and sleek designs.
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 Cotton Sheets
by Jackie Reeve
We’ve spent more than 600 hours over nearly a decade researching and testing cotton sheets. Here are the best ones we’ve found.
50(ish) Splurge-Worthy Wirecutter Picks to Upgrade Your Bedroom
by Gabriella DePinho
On the hunt for a timeless bed frame or luxe linen sheets? Here’s a selection of our favorite investment pieces to jazz up your sleeping space.
What Is a Good Thread Count for Sheets?
by Jackie Reeve
To get a great set of sheets, thread count matters. But it’s not the main criterion you should use—the quality of the cotton and the yarns matters more.
Floyd Bed Review: What to Know Before You Buy
by Katie Okamoto
After sleeping on a Floyd bed frame for several years, one of our editors offers their take on things to consider before you buy.
How to Wash a Comforter
by Jackie Reeve
Cleaning your comforter can be a big job, but a proper wash every few years should keep it lofty and fresh. Here’s how to do it right.
How to Clean Blankets
by Jackie Reeve
Blankets don’t have to be cleaned as often as sheets, but a proper wash a few times a year is a good idea. We explain how to launder several kinds of blankets.
The Best Electric Blanket and Heated Mattress Pad
by Courtney Schley, Alex Arpaia, and Katie Okamoto
After testing dozens of heated mattress pads and blankets over the years, we found the best ones to keep you cozy at night.
All the Sheets Wirecutter Recommends
by Jackie Reeve
Here’s every set of sheets we recommend, from breezy summer linen to cozy winter flannel, from neutral solids to quirky prints.
The Best Essential Oil Diffusers
by Shannon Palus
After testing 17 diffusers, our favorite is the Urpower 2nd Gen 300ml Aroma Essential Oil Diffuser.
The Best Alarm Clocks
by Gregory Han
We found the best alarm clocks for all kinds of spaces, from analog and digital ones to smart alarms that gradually wake you up.
The Best Sheets
by Christine Cyr Clisset
After years of researching bedsheets—from cotton to flannel and everything in between—we’ve found the best sets no matter what your preference.
The Best Comforters
by Jackie Reeve
We’ve tried dozens of comforters, spending hundreds of hours sleeping on them. Here are the six best.
Wirecutter’s 100 Most Popular Lifestyle Picks of 2023
by Wirecutter Staff
Here are some of the most popular home and lifestyle Wirecutter picks from 2023.
These Durable Cotton Sheets Feel More Expensive Than They Are. They've Been Our Budget Pick Since 2016.
by Alexander Aciman
These aren’t the high-end sheets you might find at a resort, but our testers found their quality comparable to that of sets costing three times more.
7 Cheap(ish) Things to Have on Hand When Guests Stay Over
by Gabriella DePinho
Stress less and make guests feel at home by stocking up on these cheap(ish) essentials and nice-to-haves before they arrive for an overnight stay.
You Don’t Need a Guest Room If You Have These Hosting Essentials
by Elissa Sanci
Transforming a communal area into a comfortable, peaceful escape for your visitors is easy as long as you have the right stuff.