The January 2009 issue of Consumer Reports is now on sale and online. The latest issue contains the following appliance stories and survey information on buying mattresses:

Coffeemakers: You don't have to spend a lot to make a great pot of coffee. (See our buyer's guide to coffeemakers, right.)

Mattresses: Insider tips for finding the best mattress.

Refrigerators: Top picks from our latest tests, plus hot news on energy efficiency (available to subscribers).