Best Bed Frames - 10 Options to Upgrade Your Bedroom

Having a nice place to rest at the end of a long day can make the difference between a good and bad day. In addition to the right mattresses and the best bed sheets, picking a bed frame can be daunting since it is a large piece of furniture that can be a significant financial investment, meant to last several years. Fortunately, whether you want an upholstered, cozy nest or a modem adjustable statement piece, there are many quality options available.

Our picks for the best bed frames

Best places to buy bed frames

Our list had a variety of places to buy bed frames. However, Amazon has several of our favorite frames in addition to a long list of well-reviewed frames. Wayfair has plenty of incredible options, too, and is a good source for finding out user reviews. Otherwise, when you find a frame you like it’s often best to get it directly from the manufacturer’s website. You can guarantee you’re getting the product you want and can often find first-time buyer or returning customer discounts. These direct sales also have good customer service support if you have clarifying questions or issues once your product arrives.

How we chose the best bed frames to recommend

We chose the best bed frames based on recommendations from customers, including only bed frames that had a high number of five-star reviews or equivalent. We also looked at other roundups and reviews of the best bed frames to collate the most positively reviewed bed frames currently on sale. Finally, we used our own personal research and recommendations.

What to consider when buying a bed frame

Weight limit

Do you sleep alone or with a partner? Do you have kids coming into bed frequently who may or may not be jumping on the bed, exerting a good deal of force? Are you a heavy person, sleep next to a heavy person, or frequently have guests? If the answer is yes, then it would be worth it to pick a bed with a higher weight limit. There is a sense of security in feeling your bed frame is stable that leads to better sleep.

Price

Everyone has a budget and, even for a piece of furniture that will hopefully last a long time, you must keep your price point in mind. Hopefully your bed frame, whatever the price, can be an investment, you’ll have for quite some time.

Quality

With the idea in mind that you want to buy a bed only a few times in your life, and keeping in mind the hassle of installation and removal of the old frame, picking a bed frame that’s made of quality, high-performing materials is important. There are many inexpensive frames made of cheap material which will give out with too much impact or too quickly.

Height and storage

Your particular mobility may be what dictates what height is best for you. Someone who cannot squat low or who cannot pull themselves up onto a bed or climb stairs to a tall mattress will want a medium-height bed. A certain amount of clearance is often a good feature if you want to use the bed as storage, either with built in storage or by stashing boxes under the bed. Also consider the height of your mattress in addition to the height of your bed.

Headrest or headboard compatibility

If your bed floats away from the wall, you may need a headrest to define your bed while adding comfort. If you’re up against the wall and/or are going for a minimalistic look, you may want to forgo one. Some headrests are sturdy and stay put on their own while others require a wall to prop them up and give them the stability to withstand you leaning against them. If you’re buying just a frame and would later like to add a headboard, look for bed frames that are designed to fit a headboard.

Design

It may sound silly, but having an aesthetically pleasing bed can create a peaceful environment in your home that promotes healthy and restful sleep.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Which bed frame is the strongest?

The Thuma has the highest weight limit and is constructed using Japanese joinery, a method that makes it sturdy, easy to install, and tool-free.

How expensive is a good bed frame?

A good bed frame doesn’t have to be more than a thousand dollars, but many with good reviews, high quality materials, and modern design do top out around that. Many of our choices are well under that amount, hovering around the $200-$800 range, and our picks for budget beds still get great reviews and are around $100. Size also affects the price significantly, with king-sized beds using more materials than a twin and, therefore, costing more.

How do I know if my bed frame is good quality?

A good quality frame feels solid, isn’t an impossible puzzle to put together, and looks great in your home. Quality furniture can last decades and often has all wood or sturdy metal components.

Is it better to have a higher or lower bed frame?

Whether or not to have a higher or lower bed frame is a matter of personal preference, mobility needs, and storage requirements. Lower beds can be easier to get in and out of, while high beds are preferable for others for the storage options. Many people prioritize storage over all else, which leads to higher bed frames. Whether or not a bed frame needs a box spring will greatly affect the height.