How we choose
The short version: we only recommend things we'd tell a friend about, we say when you probably don't need something, and commissions never decide a pick.
Be honest about what we do
SleepCred is a small independent publisher. We don't run a testing lab, and we won't pretend to. Our picks come from research, not from sleeping on every product. Where the big review sites test in labs, we focus on what the evidence says, how strong it is, and whether you need to buy anything at all.
What we look at for every product
- Does it solve a real sleep problem? Every pick sits under a problem: heat, light, noise, stiff joints, a busy mind or snoring.
- Materials and design that match the problem (for example breathable fibres for hot sleepers, removable washable covers).
- Availability, delivery and returns, so you're not stuck with a bulky item that doesn't suit.
- Trial periods and warranties, especially for mattresses, toppers and pillows.
- Independent customer feedback, looking for patterns rather than star counts.
- Safety first. We leave out anything with safety concerns and add a warning where one is needed (for example weighted blankets and young children).
What we won't do
- Accept payment for a pick or a better position.
- Recommend medicines, supplements or anything that claims to treat a condition.
- Invent reviews, testimonials or "I tried it" stories. We never claim to have personally used a product, and our AI presenters never give testimonials.
- Use fake urgency or made-up discounts.
How we write guides
Health information is checked against health authorities and sleep-medicine bodies, plus peer-reviewed research. We say how strong the evidence is, and phrase anecdotal tips as anecdotes. Every article lists its sources and shows when it was last updated. If something is ongoing or worrying, we say talk to your doctor.
How we make money
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Spotted a mistake?
We fix errors quickly and note the change. Corrections and suggestions are welcome.