Insights & Analysis
Deep dives into sleep technology, honest cost breakdowns, and evidence-based guides. No sponsored fluff — just the analysis you need to make informed decisions.
Is Eight Sleep Worth $6,000? A Brutally Honest Breakdown
We ran the numbers on the Pod 5 Ultra — here's what you're really paying for.
The Pod 5 Ultra costs $6,099 plus $17–42/month for Autopilot. Over three years, you're looking at $6,700–7,600 total. We break down who it's actually for and whether the ROI makes sense.
Read Article →Water vs Air Cooling: Which Technology Actually Works?
A technical deep-dive into how bed cooling systems work — and which approach wins.
Water-based systems (Eight Sleep, ChiliPad) use chilled fluid pumped through a pad. Air-based systems (BedJet) blow ambient or cooled air under your sheets. Here's how they compare on physics, noise, and maintenance.
Read Article →The Hot Sleeper's Complete Guide to Cooling Systems 2026
From $499 to $6,099 — we break down every option so you can find the right fit.
Budget picks, mid-range workhorses, and premium systems. What to look for, common mistakes, and how temperature range actually translates to real-world cooling.
Read Article →Do Smart Mattresses Actually Improve Sleep? The Science
We examined the clinical claims — here's what the research actually shows.
Eight Sleep claims 44% faster sleep onset and 23% fewer disturbances. We review the studies, independent research, and the placebo effect question.
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