Articles by Jim McCauley

A professional writer with over a quarter of a century's experience, Jim has been covering mattress and sleep-related subjects for TechRadar, Tom's Guide and T3 over the past few years, gathering an in-depth knowledge of the workings of the mattress industry along the way. Previously Jim has covered a wide variety of subjects, working widely in the tech and gaming sectors, and more recently covering the design and wellness industries. When they're not hammering at their keyboard, Jim can be found performing on the streets of Bath or in actual theatres; they recently appearedin Beauty and the Beast at Bath's Rondo Theatre and they also serve as a trustee, designer and occasional producer for a local theatre group.

Articles by: Jim McCauley

Publicity photo of the Emma NextGen Premium mattress in a bedroom

Emma NextGen Premium mattress review 2025: deep springs with a foam finish

By Jim McCauley last updated 2 February 24

The Emma NextGen Premium mattress has a lot of springs and not so much foam, and it mostly performs well.

DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid mattress UK review 2025: hotel quality at an affordable price

By Becks Shepherd last updated 31 January 24

Wondering if the DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid mattress is worth investing in? Here's our review.

A person lying on a bed with the Tempur-Pedic BodyPillow

4 reasons why a body pillow should be your next sleep purchase

By Jim McCauley published 30 December 23

Could a body pillow be what's missing from your sleep setup? Here's how to decide if it's right for you.

The Emma NextGen Premium mattress on a bed, with a badge saying "LOWEST PRICE"

The Boxing Day mattress deals are here – don't miss your last chance this year to score a cheap bed

By Jim McCauley published 26 December 23

We've found the best Boxing Day mattress deals, with big discounts plus the chance to adopt a sloth.

A person lying on a bed with the Helix Plush Topper, with a badge saying "BIG SAVINGS"

Finally fix that uncomfortable bed with one of these excellent mattress topper deals

By Jim McCauley published 25 December 23

Can't sleep but can't stretch to a new mattress? These topper deals will give your bed a new lease of life at a good price.

3 festive foods that'll help you sleep this Christmas (and 4 that'll keep you awake)

By Jim McCauley published 21 December 23

Make the most of festive indulgence without spoiling your sleep so that you can enjoy a restful Christmas.

A Simba bed bundle and a Christmas tree against a dark snowy background with a badge saying "LOWEST PRICE"

Simba's so hyped for Boxing Day it's launched an early mattress sale and brought back this year's lowest prices

By Jim McCauley published 21 December 23

Boxing Day's not here yet, but with 45% off Simba's hybrid mattresses I'm not complaining.

A split photo of the Emma NextGen Premium and Emma Luxe Cooling mattress, both in bedrooms

Emma NextGen Premium vs Luxe Cooling: which hybrid mattress should you buy?

By Jim McCauley published 13 December 23

Can't choose between Emma's mid-range hybrids? We put them head-to-head to help you decide.

The Brook + Wilde Elite mattress with an iPad 9th Gen in the foreground

Need a new mattress, and also an iPad? Boy, do we have the deal for you

By Jim McCauley published 29 November 23

Brook + Wilde will give you an iPad with your new mattress, but does this deal really add up?

A couple putting an Emma Flip Topper on their bed, with a badge overlaid saying 'DON'T MISS'

There are still Black Friday mattress topper deals available, and I'd buy these for myself

By Jim McCauley last updated 28 November 23

We've found the very best Black Friday mattress topper deals for both the US and UK.

I've slept on the Emma NextGen Premium mattress for five months; is it worth a late Black Friday buy?

By Jim McCauley last updated 28 November 23

I've slept on the NextGen Premium for over five months and I have thoughts on whether it's a worthwhile Black Friday buy.

A hand pressing down on the Avocado Eco Organic mattress topper

5 signs you should buy a topper, not a mattress, in the Cyber Monday sales

By Jim McCauley last updated 28 November 23

A topper could be a smarter Cyber Monday sales option than a new mattress - here's how to tell.

DreamCloud Luxury Hybrid mattress against a cyan background with a badge saying, "DON'T MISS"

Order today to get a free sheet set with the DreamCloud's luxury hybrid mattress

By Jim McCauley published 27 November 23

There's a free Cloverlane duvet set with the DreamCloud mattress, but don't wait on this deal.

The Emma Luxe Cooling mattress against a blue background with a badge saying, "DON'T MISS"

There's still 65% off this highly rated cooling mattress in Emma's Black Friday sale – don't miss out!

By Jim McCauley published 27 November 23

You can still get the Emma Luxe Cooling mattress with nearly two thirds off the RRP, but don't wait on this deal too long.

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Don’t miss out on a Black Friday mattress deal – 16 of the best offers still live

By Jim McCauley published 25 November 23

There are still plenty of Black Friday mattress deals on sale, and we've listed the best ones for you.

Tempur Original mattress against an orange background with a badge saying "DON'T MISS"

Don't miss this Black Friday deal on one of the best pressure-relieving mattresses

By Jim McCauley published 24 November 23

The Tempur Original is rarely discounted so don't snooze on this Black Friday mattress deal.

Tuft & Needle Cooling Foam Mattress Topper

Do you really need a new mattress for Black Friday, or would a mattress topper be a better deal?

By Jim McCauley last updated 23 November 23

Why spend extra on Black Friday if a mattress topper's all you need?

A person fitting the Sleep Innovations Dual Layer Topper on a bed

Should I buy a memory foam mattress topper deal this Black Friday?

By Jim McCauley published 23 November 23

Memory foam mattress topper deals seem to be a really popular Black Friday option this year, but are they worth it?

Relyon Somerton Dunlopillo Latex Mattress

As one of TechRadar's sleep experts I'd totally buy this traditional Relyon mattress with £200 off

By Jim McCauley published 17 November 23

Don't want a bed in a box? This old-school mattress has springs, a latex comfort layer and a sweet discount.

Man and woman rotate their double mattress

How long does a mattress last? Plus, key signs that it’s time to upgrade

By Jo Plumridge last updated 17 November 23

Are your mattress's days numbered? Find out how long it'll probably last, and how you can prolong its lifespan.

I've just spotted the best early Black Friday mattress deal – and it's price-locked, too

By Jim McCauley published 9 November 23

One of our very favourite mattress brands has launched its Black Friday sale early, delivering the lowest prices of the year – and they come with a price promise, too.

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4 of the best Labor Day mattress deals, as chosen by our Sleep Editor

By Jim McCauley last updated 5 September 23

To save you some searching I've found the best Labor Day mattress deals of the lot and explained why they're so good.

Simba Cooling Body Pillow review 2025: hug the pain away

By Jim McCauley published 1 September 23

Simba's Cooling Body Pillow promises to keep your spine aligned to banish aches and pains.

Simba Stratos pillow review: simple but surprisingly effective

By Jim McCauley published 21 August 23

Simba's basic pillow doesn't have a lot going on, but it's quietly competent and we rather like it.

Pokémon Sleep: how to catch better ZZZs (and more Pokémon)

By Jim McCauley published 20 July 23

Our sleep editor has some helpful bedtime tips to help you get the most out of Pokémon Sleep.

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