About the Dweva Review Team
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Who We Are
The Dweva Review Team is made up of certified sleep specialists, product engineers, and independent researchers who evaluate hundreds of home products annually. Each member contributes unique expertise in biomechanics, materials science, or consumer behavior, ensuring our testing covers every angle of comfort.
Our review team blends laboratory rigor with real‑home testing. We use standardized methods and clear scoring to translate complex data into practical advice. Meet the people who help you choose confidently.
Our Lab Testing Process
- Selection & Research: Products are chosen based on innovation, relevance, and availability.
- Hands-On Testing: We conduct pressure mapping, motion isolation, edge compression, and temperature retention tests.
- Data Recording: Results are logged using calibrated instruments and human feedback.
- Editorial Verification: Scores are cross-checked by multiple reviewers before publication.
This process ensures repeatability, accuracy, and real-world relevance.
The Eight Evaluation Factors
Every product receives an averaged score from lab metrics and human testers:
- Support: Alignment under back, side, and stomach postures.
- Comfort: Pressure relief at shoulders, hips, and lower back.
- Cooling: Temperature change after 15–30 minutes of use.
- Motion Transfer: Measured disturbance across partner zones.
- Durability: Resistance to compression and material fatigue.
- Edge Support: Stability during seated and lying edge tests.
- Responsiveness: Time to rebound and ease of repositioning.
- Value for Money: Performance relative to price and warranty.
Editorial Code of Conduct
- No paid reviews or influence.
- Disclosure-first policy.
- Corrections and updates published transparently.
- Diverse reviewer participation to reduce bias.
All results are peer-reviewed internally to maintain accuracy and trust.
Our Lab Environment
- Pressure Mapping Mats: measure body contact and support zones.
- Thermal Chambers: evaluate heat dissipation and cooling efficiency.
- Edge Compression Tests: gauge durability of perimeter coils.
- Motion Isolation Trials: simulate partner movement disturbance.
This mix of quantitative and qualitative testing ensures data precision and relatable experience.
Reader Collaboration
We invite users to join long-term product trials and feedback programs. Your real-world insights help improve our testing methodology and recommendations.
Team Bios
Samantha Rizzo
Certified Sleep Science Coach, Staff Writer
Samantha has spent over a year researching and writing about sleep-related topics. Her natural love for napping—paired with her constant battle against tossing and turning—has made her a near “expert” in the field of sleep science, sleep products, and bedroom essentials.
Logan Pierce
Certified Sleep Science Coach, Staff Writer
Logan reviews mattresses, bedding, and other sleep accessories to help readers make confident buying decisions and enjoy better rest. A natural tinkerer, he loves testing every detail of a product to see whether it truly enhances sleep quality. When he’s not evaluating mattresses, you’ll likely find him hiking, cycling, or discovering new restaurants.
Maya Trent
Certified Sleep Science Coach, Staff Writer
Maya focuses on mattress testing and product reviews. She collaborates with the content team to ensure every article is both precise and up to date. A 2024 graduate of Elon University with a degree in journalism and creative writing, Maya’s passion for great sleep fuels her mission to help others find their perfect mattress match.
Derek Collins
Mattress Tester & Reviewer
Derek has been part of Dweva Mattress since its early beginnings in 2018. He tests mattresses and a wide range of sleep products, including mattress toppers, comforters, and adjustable bases. Originally from Franklin, Indiana, Derek enjoys writing screenplays, reading, and watching movies when he’s off duty.
Hannah Lewis
Certified Sleep Science Coach, Senior Staff Writer
When Hannah started writing about sleep, she quickly realized she wanted to dive deeper into this vital—yet often misunderstood—aspect of human health. Becoming a Certified Sleep Science Coach allowed her to understand what contributes to quality rest, from sleep hygiene to the right mattress. She now uses that expertise to evaluate and write about mattresses and other sleep accessories.
Rachel Donovan
Certified Sleep Science Coach, Editor
Rachel brings over 15 years of experience writing about sleep and fitness. A lifelong side sleeper and occasional sleepwalker (yes, it’s real), she’s recently become a full-fledged sleep enthusiast. When she’s not writing or editing health and gear content, you’ll find her cycling, trail running, or winding down under the covers before 9:30 p.m.
Madeline Harper
Certified Sleep Science Coach, Managing Editor
Madeline has been writing and editing sleep-focused content for more than five years. After creating a detailed sleep hygiene guide for a tracking app, she became fascinated with the science of rest. Since then, she has explored the intricate world of mattresses and bedroom products, combining her editorial expertise with in-depth sleep knowledge.
Natalie Burns
Director of Content
Natalie is the Director of Content at Dweva Mattress and has spent the last decade writing, editing, and strategizing for health and wellness publications. She’s a certified sleep science coach, personal trainer, and nutrition coach—all passionate about optimizing health. Her latest challenge is maintaining a 90+ sleep score on her smartwatch, a tough feat with three young daughters at home.
Ethan Cole
Director of Content
Ethan serves as the Director of Content at Dweva Mattress. A devoted side sleeper, pillow-top enthusiast, and blanket sharer (especially with pets), he merges years of journalism and digital media experience with a deep passion for sleep health. His goal is to connect readers, listeners, and viewers with products that truly enhance their quality of rest.
Our Sleep Experts
The Dweva Sleep Expert Network is composed of highly respected health professionals with diverse backgrounds in sleep health and sleep medicine. We collaborate closely with these experts to ensure our readers receive the most accurate and up-to-date sleep information available.
Our Expert Network includes professionals from various healthcare disciplines such as internal medicine, psychology, and physical therapy. Each expert contributes deep knowledge on a range of sleep-related topics, sharing valuable research and insights with Dweva Sleep Lab. Articles reviewed by our experts are clearly marked at the top of each post, and you can click the expert’s name to learn more about their background and work.
Together, we’re dedicated to helping you achieve the best sleep possible.
Discover more about our respected experts and their impact on the field by exploring their full Dweva Sleep Expert profiles.
Dweva Sleep Lab
At Dweva Sleep Lab, we’re dedicated to delivering honest, unbiased, and trustworthy reviews of mattresses, sleep products, and accessories. While we know a great deal about bedding, we’re also real people who understand that there’s no one-size-fits-all “best mattress.” Instead, we believe there’s a best mattress for everyone—and our mission is to help you find yours.
Our team also covers the latest developments in sleep science and provides educational content on a wide range of topics, including sleep disorders, different life-stage sleep needs, sleep technology, and industry updates. Everything we create is designed to empower our readers to sleep better and live healthier lives.
Every member of our writing team specializes in sleep. Whether they’re breaking down new research or sharing first-hand product experiences, our writers produce honest, evidence-based, and easy-to-understand content. When reviewing mattresses, pillows, and other sleep essentials, we spend meaningful time testing and sleeping on the products to help our readers find their perfect night’s rest. To further ensure accuracy, Dweva Sleep Lab continues to grow its Expert Network—an experienced group of sleep and wellness professionals who verify our content for quality and reliability.
What We Do
We created Dweva Sleep Lab to answer all your sleep-related questions in one place. Here, you’ll find:
- In-depth mattress reviews
- Reviews of other sleep products such as sheets, pillows, comforters, and adjustable bases
- Clear, straightforward mattress and bedding comparisons
- Curated lists of our best mattresses and more
Our Process
From our experience, we know there’s no single “best” mattress for everyone. Each person’s ideal bed depends on multiple factors—such as budget, body type, weight, existing pain or discomfort, and personal preferences.
To bring you the most helpful mattress reviews, we spend real time sleeping on the mattresses, pillows, and bedding we test. We evaluate them across key performance areas, all with one goal in mind: helping you find your perfect night’s sleep.