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See all How to sleep better reviewsThe Best Gift I Ever Received Was This Bug-Like Silk Eye Mask
by Maxine Builder
The Manta Silk Sleep Mask is like a luxurious blackout curtain for your face.
The Best Essential Oil Diffusers
by Dorie Chevlen and Shannon Palus
The Urpower 300ml Aroma Essential Oil Diffuser has been our favorite diffuser since 2017.
Daylight Saving Time is Ending. Here’s How to Adjust to the Dark.
by Caira Blackwell
The jump to earlier darkness when Daylight Saving Time ends can feel jarring. Here are tips to help you adjust to—and even embrace—the fall time shift.
Mattresses
See all Mattresses reviewsThe 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 Hybrid Mattresses
by Caira Blackwell
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 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.
Pillows
See all Pillows reviewsThe 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 Mattress and Pillow Protectors and Encasements
by Autumn Whitefield-Madrano
After 17 hours of research, we think Protect-A-Bed’s AllerZip Smooth Mattress Encasement and Pillow Protectors are the best to ward off bedbugs and dust mites.
This ‘Cooling’ Pillow Doesn’t Help My Night Sweats. (But I Still Love It.)
by Elissa Sanci
The cool side of the pillow is more elusive than you’d think.
Sheets and bedding
See all Sheets and bedding reviewsOur Favorite Printed Sheets
by Jackie Reeve
We’ve highlighted some of our favorite prints and patterns among the tried-and-true sheets we love.
The 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.
The Best Flannel Sheets
by Jackie Reeve
Since 2016, our favorite flannel sheets have been the L.L.Bean Ultrasoft Comfort Flannel Sheets.
Sleep gear
See all Sleep gear reviewsThe Best Sleeping Bag
by Claire Wilcox and Sam Schild
The plush, cozy REI Co-op Siesta Hooded 20 Sleeping Bag is our pick for car campers. We also have picks for backpackers, couples, and more.
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 Kids Pajamas
by Laura Motley
Our favorite pajamas for kids come in fun prints and soft fabrics, and they hold up well through lots of wash and wear.
More Sleep Posts
Lots of Wirecutter Favorites Are on Sale at Brooklinen
by Caroline Mullen
From sheets and duvet covers to pillows and comforters, some of our favorite (and rigorously tested) Brooklinen products are on sale right now.
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.
This Chic Murphy Bed Solved My Office–Meets–Guest Room Dilemma
by Lauren Sullivan
It checks all the comfort and convenience boxes, but the real triumph, in my opinion, is how nice it looks when the bed is put away.
I Bought This Bed Frame 4 Years Ago, and I Still Can’t Stop Talking About It.
by Arthur Gies
My sturdy Thuma Classic Bed came together in just a few minutes, no tools needed. And moving across the country with it was a breeze.
This App Can Help You Beat Jet Lag—If You Don’t Have Much Else to Do
by Gabriella DePinho
We tried out Timeshifter to see if it could really help us beat jet lag. We found that its flaws have little to do with the app itself.
Helix Mattress Review: An Honest Assessment
by Ayanna Redwood-Crawford
Maximalist mattress company Helix offers over 20 mattresses tailored to different sleep positions and firmness preferences. We help make sense of all the options.
I Love This Alarm Clock—Even Though I’ve Never Used the Alarm
by Ben Frumin
Looking at my iPhone’s clock kept me from falling back asleep, so I went in search of a lo-fi fix. This minimalist clock does the trick and looks great on my bedside table.
The Best Air Mattress
by Danna Lorch
Don’t settle for a leaky air mattress. After spending more than 180 hours testing air mattresses, we think the SoundAsleep Dream Series is the best of them all.
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.
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.
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.
The Best Pajamas
by Jackie Reeve and Zoe Vanderweide
Our favorite women’s, men’s, and unisex pajamas—available in a range of styles and fabrics—are great for sleeping and comfy for lounging, and they make the perfect gift.
The Best Slippers
by Zoe Vanderweide
We’ve been testing (and retesting) slippers since 2014, and we feel confident that our picks are the coziest, comfiest, most durable pairs available.
The Best Modern Bed Frames to Dress Up Your Bedroom
by Gregory Han and Katie Okamoto
After testing and researching dozens of bed frames, we found ten stylish and high-quality models that should suit various decor styles.
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.
The Oura Ring Is a $300 Sleep Tracker That Provides Tons of Data. But Is It Worth It?
by Ayanna Redwood-Crawford
The Oura Ring is a wearable tracker that collects tons of data about your body and sleep. Here’s what you should know if you’re considering it.
Leesa Mattress Review: An Honest Assessment
by Annie Chou
Leesa is known for crowd-pleasing mattresses at middle-of-the-road prices. Here’s everything you need to know if you’re considering one.
The Best Sleep Headphones
by Lauren Dragan
After years of testing sleep headphones that proved to be a nightmare, we’ve found two pairs that help us sleep like a baby.