It’s not always possible to shop for a new mattress in person. In fact, traipsing from bed shop to shop can take up a lot of time, which is why many people choose to buy their mattress online. Whilst that's easy and convenient, are they any risks attached to it that you need to be aware? We take a look at the pros and cons right here.

OUR EDITORS have long looked to Amazon as a place to shop for a new mattress —and the retailer's major sales throughout the year—like the upcoming fall Prime Day, named Prime Big Deal Days —makes shopping there that much sweeter.

Ahead of the busy holiday period, Amazon has announced its second Prime Day event of the year, and it kicks off soon. The two-day event, also known as Prime Big Deal Days, will take place on October 8 and end on October 9,