We all want to enjoy incredible sleep night after night, but it's not easy for everybody. If you're used to piling up the bed pillows behind your head in order to find your most comfortable angle, only to wake up with a persistently aching neck, you may want to consider getting an adjustable bed frame. These frames allow you to sleep perfectly flat or with your back and legs raised in a cradled position.
While sleeping slightly propped up can be necessary for people with disabilities or those who are recovering from an injury, it can also be helpful for those who experience acid reflux and sleep apnea. But as long as you feel properly supported (and have verified with your doctor that it's safe), you really don't need a specific reason to swap to an adjustable bed frame if an inclined sleep position works for you. It's an added benefit to a bed base that, when completely flat, you'd never be able to tell had any special features at all.
While adjustable bed frames can cost almost as much as a new mattress, the good news is that you can use them with your existing mattress (as long as it's not an innerspring type) and bed frame. However, because of the motorized functionality of these bedding units, you'll want to make sure that your adjustable frame can be situated near a wall plug.
The main differentiating factors between adjustable bed frames are the special features each one offers. If qualities like snore-sensing, USB ports, underbed lights, and massage functionality would enhance your sleep experience, you can opt for models that have these ... and much more. Basic bases may not look as nice or function as seamlessly as top-of-the-line models, but they may save you a few hundred bucks.
It's also worth considering whether a brand offers white-glove delivery. Adjustable bed bases are heavy, and they usually require two people to lift and maneuver into a bedroom. We've denoted which brands in this guide offer this service.
Also, it's a smart idea to time your adjustable base purchase with any upcoming sales holidays. Mattress retailers almost always feature deep discounts on their bases around holiday weeks throughout the year, and you may even be able to score a great deal on a bedding bundle or new mattress too, if you're in the market.
How We Chose
Our criteria for choosing the adjustable bed bases in this guide include their range of sizes, aesthetics, ease of adjusting, and product warranty and trial period. We also took into account any special features that the bases offer. Some adjustable bed frames are built to be used in tandem with a specific brand's mattress. For this guide, we've opted not to include those.
Read on to learn more about these eight adjustable bed frames, and get ready to enjoy more restful (and snore-free) nights. If you still have lingering questions, be sure to check out the FAQ section at the bottom of this guide!
Available Sizes: Twin through California king and split king
Trial Period: None
Warranty: 10-year limited
White-Glove Delivery Available? Yes
This adjustable bed from Amerisleep isn't cheap, but it packs a ton in terms of features ... which is why we think it's the best choice overall.
Controlled via remote, mobile app, or smart speaker, you can independently adjust the tilt of your head, legs, and even your neck if you want a slight articulation forward to read or watch TV. Your favorite presets can all be programmed, so it's as easy as pushing a button to get into your comfiest position. The base also includes four USB ports on either side of the frame.
There are a few other special features that help to justify this base's premium-level cost. One is the Wallhugger technology that ensures that you stay in parallel position with your nightstand, instead of propping you up and away from it. Another is the rolling full-body massage functionality that turns your mattress into a massage recliner.
Finally, this adjustable bed frame comes with shipping and white-glove delivery included, and that's nothing to snooze on!
Available Sizes: Twin through California king and split king
Trial Period: None
Warranty: 10-year limited
White-Glove Delivery Available? No
This adjustable bed frame may be basic, but it's affordable, and its Amazon reviewers are overwhelmingly satisfied. Available in a couple of different models, the e3 has the fewest special features, but still offers all of the baseline functionality of this product category.
The unit comes with a wireless remote that controls head and foot levels independently, and it resets back to completely flat with the push of a button. Reviewers tout its easy setup (although it's a very heavy piece), and like that the leg height is also adjustable from 6, 9, and 12 inches high.
Available Sizes: Twin, queen, king, California king, and split king
Trial Period: None
Warranty: 25-year limited
White-Glove Delivery Available? Yes
Tempur-Pedic’s Ergo Extend Smart Base is one of the best you can buy: It not only boasts special features like four-zone massage options, USB ports, and underbed lighting, but it’s also built to cure your snoring.
The shape of this adjustable base is more articulated than any other in this guide, featuring a Pillow Tilt function that's able to move your head slightly forward, even when you're lying back. Even better: This base comes with proprietary Sleeptracker AI that can sense when you start snoring, and will respond accordingly by raising your back about 12 degrees.
Similar to a fitness tracker (sans wristband), the Sleeptracker AI also provides you with lots of data regarding your movements and general comfort in the different phases of sleep. It even coaches you on the changes you should make for a better night's rest!
Smart features aside, this adjustable bed frame is the absolute best in terms of customization options, letting you tweak the angle of your head, back, and legs to your exact liking.
Not ideal for standard king/California king mattresses
Key Specs
Available Sizes: Twin, full, queen, and king/California king halves
Trial Period: None
Warranty: 20-year limited
White-Glove Delivery Available? No
Helix's adjustable base — made by their manufacturing partner Ergomotion — offers many of the features of more premium models at a much lower price. The frame's utilitarian look comprises carbon steel, plastic, foam, and polyester upholstery.
It includes a wireless remote that lifts the upper and lower body simultaneously or separately, and it even has three vibrational-massage intensity levels. We think that this adjustable bed frame gives you the most bang for your buck, even if it's not the absolute cheapest on this list.
Just note that there is no standard king or California king size. Instead, you can buy each half (they're the same price as the twin-size frame) and situate both halves next to each other. You will only be able to use the halves independently if you have two twin-sized mattresses.
Multiple height options, massage modes, and anti-snore functions
Expensive for what it offers
Key Specs
Available Sizes: Twin, queen, king/California king, and split king
Trial Period: 30 nights
Warranty: 10-year limited
White-Glove Delivery Available? No
Casper offers three adjustable bed frames, each offering slightly more than the other. The basic Adjustable Base offers head and foot tilt, a programmable memory button, one leg-height option, and a zero-gravity feature, while the leveled-up Adjustable Base Pro has additional memory programs, two more leg-height options, an anti-snore feature, two-zone massage, and a USB port.
But the Adjustable Base Max pictured here offers those same features along with wall-aligning technology, two massage modes for the head and feet, and underbed lights for roughly $700 more than the Pro. And just like they do for their mattresses, Casper also offers a trial period on their adjustable bed frame that lasts 30 days.
Fully loaded with smart features, massage functions, underbed lighting
Assembly is required
Key Specs
Available Sizes: Twin, queen, king/California king, and split king
Trial Period: 30 nights
Warranty: 10-year limited
White-Glove Delivery Available? No
The Layla Adjustable Base comes in a standard and premium version — if you want all of the features that a base can offer, go with the Plus. You'll get total-bed adjustability, wall-hugging technology, underbed lighting, massage functionality, and built-in USB ports.
Layla is a brand that seems to be constantly running promotions, so while the price of the base is comparable to its competitors, you can also add on a bedding bundle at a deep discount to fully outfit your bed. (We happen to love their kapok pillowandbamboo sheets.)
Similar to the aforementioned Casper mattress in terms of features and 30-day trial period, the Layla Adjustable Base Plus has one thing that the Casper doesn't: smart capabilities. This bed frame can sync with its mobile app and/or with an Alexa- or Google Home-compatible device so you can make adjustments, even if the remote is out of reach.
Available Sizes: Twin, queen, split king/California king
Trial Period: None
Warranty: 20-year limited
White-Glove Delivery Available? Yes
In terms of looks, it's tough to find a nicer-looking adjustable bed frame than Avocado's. This base features GOTS-certified cotton and wool heathered gray upholstery, along with FSC-certified wooden legs for a sustainably made, clean-line aesthetic that goes wonderfully with its editor-favorite mattress.
This brand also gives you the option to add on a gorgeous reclaimed wood headboard with your order. Or, you can easily swap in one that you already own, thanks to its handy included brackets. It also has two USB ports on either side of the frame.
The wireless remote lets you raise the head and foot levels independently or together for a zero-gravity position. The base is also equipped with lights underneath the frame that you can power on and off with the remote. One last standout feature is the vibrational, timed massage function for either your upper or lower body — you can choose from seven intensity levels for a soothing buzz before bed.
GhostBed's Adjustable Base has a lot going for it, including independent head and leg adjustment, underbed lighting, and two USB ports on either side. Plus, the split king size comes with two wireless remotes.
But if the massage functionality of other adjustable bases has you intrigued, this one is the standout of the bunch for having three different massage intensities that can be used independently on the upper and lower sections of the body. Users note that it's a soothing vibration that feels wonderful and relaxing when used in tandem with the zero-gravity position.
Although there is no white-glove delivery service available for this product, the frame does come preassembled. Once you have it in your bedroom, it simply unfolds and locks into place.
FAQs
Q: Can I use my existing bed frame with an adjustable base?
A: Yes. These adjustable bed bases are designed to sit inside of an existing bed frame, so you don't have to remove or reattach your headboard. Just note that the interior platform and box frame (if any) will need to be removed from your existing bed frame.
You can also use an adjustable base instead of a bed frame if you're completely starting over with a different mattress size.
Q: Can I use my existing mattress with an adjustable base?
A: In most cases, you should be able to use your current mattress with an adjustable base, just as long as it's a foam or hybrid mattress in the same size.
If you own an innerspring mattress, you'll want to check with the mattress's manufacturer that its springs are flexible enough to accommodate being bent by the curve of an adjustable bed frame.
Q: What is a split king bed?
A: A split king comprises two twin-size mattresses on one frame, and each half of the bed can be raised and lowered independently from the other.
It's a bit more of an investment — these bed frames tend to be the priciest, and you'll need to get two twin-sized sheet sets for each half. Plus, there's the small gap in the middle of the bed that you'll need to adjust to. However, a split king may be well worth it if you or your bed partner has specific medical needs and needs to sleep upright.
Q: Why does the warranty matter?
A: The warranty matters because in the unlikely event that your adjustable bed frame's internal motor stops working, you may be able to get the product fixed or replaced for no charge — or just for the fee of the labor involved. Each brand has its own timeframe and stipulations, so make sure you're comfortable with the one you're committing to.
Melanie YatesSenior Home Decor EditorMelanie is the senior home decor editor of Best Products, where she's been researching and testing out home and bedding products since 2015 — her work can also be found on House Beautiful and Women's Health.
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