The rise of the sleep data nerds: ‘The harder you try, the harder it is to sleep’
Wearable sleep trackers may help you measure hours asleep but experts ask how accurate they are, how useful the data is and even what good sleep looks like
Night owls versus early birds: who is superior according to science?
And is it actually possible for your body clock to change? Am I really turning into an early bird or have I just been forced into a child-dictated schedule?
What is the best pillow for your sleeping style?
The wrong pillow can disrupt sleep, so finding the right one can guard against decline in mental and physical health
From exploding gin to dating app disasters: our Filter writers’ guide to life
Consumer advice and life lessons: here’s everything our Filter writers have learned in the past year. Plus gifts for Diwali; cordless vacuums on test; and the best hair masks, revealed
I thought I found the perfect pillow. Could these three unseat my favorite?
The Original Adjustable Pillow put Coop on the map by suiting sleepers of all kinds. I tested to the Adjustable Orthopedic, Original and Wedge options see if they match up
Emma Hybrid Premium mattress review: comfy, breathable and cheaper than its rivals
Emma’s mattress promises cosy nights at a fair price, but poor customer service reviews kept us from testing it – until now
The best mattresses in 2025: sleep better with our nine rigorously tested picks
From luxury Simba and Otty mattresses to brilliant budget buys, here’s what we recommend – and how to know if you’ve found a good deal
The best mattresses for back pain – and how to choose one, according to osteopaths and sleep scientists
Is a firm orthopaedic mattress best for your back? How soft is too soft? We ask the experts
The best sleep masks in the US: I spent six weeks testing 24 masks, and these are my favorites
We tested popular eye mask brands – plus weighted, silk and other options – to find out which ones really help you get the best rest
Why do I keep waking up at 2am – and how do I get back to sleep?
Experts say it’s common to wake up at night, but maintenance insomnia can cause trouble sleeping again