Should you buy a past-season mattress in the Cyber Monday sales? I'm a sleep deals writer — here's my take
A lesser-known benefit of buying a past-season mattress, especially one that's been on the market for years, is its proven track record. If you're unwilling to take a chance on a new bed that's relatively untested — even with a mattress trial in place — a discontinued mattress often has a trove of reviews you can explore for greater peace of mind.