Best bed frames

Get the best night's sleep with a top-notch bed frame.

Amazon Basics Bed Frame
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In search of a new bed frame? Good thinking. Now, it goes without saying that a quality bed frame is essential for your sleep hygiene. Perhaps your current one is a little old and creaky, or maybe you're moving into a new, unfurnished home. Typically constructed from sturdy materials like metal or wood, bed frames come in all shapes and sizes, usually featuring a row of slats or springs to prop up your mattress. Also, some bed frames feature headboards and footboards for style and extra safety. A lot of people assume that the mattress is the source of all comfort at night, however, they would be wrong. Preventing squeaks and sliding bedding, the bed frame really is a bedrock for good slumber.

Now, a quick search online and you'll be inundated with options. Rather than overwhelming yourself with the glut of products out there, take some advice from us. We've carefully picked out a neat selection of the best bed frames, saving you time and, no doubt, effort. And yes, we do have a personal favorite. The Amazon Basics Bed Frame, built with durable steel slats, is both supportive, sleek, and strong. To learn more about this, plus some other great choices, read on.

Staff favorite

Amazon Basics Bed Frame

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Amazon Basics Bed Frame

Easy to assemble + sturdy = add to basket

Expect a good night's sleep.

Pros:

  • Heavy-duty
  • Durable
  • Non-slip taping
  • Simple set-up
  • Protected feet

Cons:

  • Quite a simple design

Our all-time favorite, the Amazon Basics Bed Frame is a heavy-duty platform bed frame that can manage up to 500 pounds in weight. With sturdy steel slats, it offers even mattress support, ensuring you get all those much-needed zeds. It comes with 11 legs for extra support, each of which has plastic protective feet to prevent floor scratches. Plus, the plastic corners on this bed frame also reduce the chance of any accidents. As for its assembly, well, it's a complete breeze and comes with every bit of kit you might need. 

Noise free

HOMUS Bed Frame

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HOMUS Bed Frame

Keep squeaks to a minimum

Goodbye, sleepless nights. 

Pros:

  • Easy installation
  • Strong
  • No creaking
  • Supportive
  • Understated

Cons:

  • Not the most affordable

Can't stand noisy beds? Join the club. Fortunately, with this HOMUS Bed Frame squeaks and creaks are an issue of the past. Constructed with extra-strong steel, this option has sturdy metal slats, which combine with reinforced screws for competent stability and comfort. This model sizes in at 75 x 54 x 14 inches and can be set up easily within 20 minutes. Because of its strong metal foundation, it can support up to 3500 pounds in weight, making it ideal for people of all shapes and sizes. Oh, and underneath the frame there is plenty of space for storage, making it handy for decluttering your room, too.

Budget bedstead

VECELO Bed Frame

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VECELO Bed Frame

Skimp on price, not quality

Just look at the chic headboard and footboard.

Pros:

  • No box spring needed
  • Durable
  • Charming design
  • Very affordable
  • Anti-scratch feet

Cons:

  • Assembly within an hour

If you can't part with too much but refuse to compromise on quality, this VECELO Bed Frame is your go-to. A smart metal bed frame in black, it has strong steel tubing and provides a comfy and safe night's sleep. Featuring a classic headboard and footboard, it is suitable for a full-size mattress and would look great in almost any home. Plus, thanks to the protective rubber matting on the feet, this bed frame shouldn't trash your floors with unsightly marks and scratches. Oh, and best of all, the feet also prevent the bed from sliding and creaking throughout the night. Sweet dreams!

Premium pick

LOTCAIN Bed Frame

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LOTCAIN Bed Frame

Won't settle for less than the best?

Then this one's for you.

Pros:

  • Heavy-duty
  • Anti-slip
  • Prevents creaking
  • Great storage space
  • Anti-scratch feet

Cons:

  • Expensive

If you're willing to splash a little more, this LOTCAIN Bed Frame is a worthy investment indeed. A premium choice, it's a heavy-duty steel bed frame that has extra legs for support. With a weight capacity of up to 3500 pounds, it's ideal for heavy and light individuals. The instructions that come with this option are easy to read, and you will likely have this delight set up in twenty minutes. Thanks to the seamless welding and reinforced structure, the bed frame shouldn't creak or squeak, even if you're prone to tossing in your sleep. Plus, with anti-scratch gaskets on the legs, this bed frame won't harm your precious floor. 

Keep it simple

OmiNight Bed Frame

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OmiNight Bed Frame

Comfort and convenience?

Right this way.

Pros:

  • Storage space
  • Easy assembly
  • Anti-scratch feet
  • Anti-creak
  • Durable

Cons:

  • No bells and whistles

For something that does what it says on the tin, this OmiNight Bed Frame is a no-brainer. Measuring a reasonable 75 x 39 x 14 inches, this twin-sized bed frame is a sturdy option with quality welding. In short, you shouldn't expect creaks and squeaks from this design. With an integrated structure, the metal bedstead can be set up in a hot 20 minutes, and it features six support legs and ten crossbars for competent stability. Plus, due to its height, it offers plenty of room underneath to keep storage, and, of course, your jammies. It might not be the wildest design, but it ticks all the necessary boxes.

Sleep better with a quality bed frame

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We think it's safe to assume you're keen on at least one of the bed frames. That said, you might be struggling to pick out your favorite. Either way, don't sweat it. We've neatly summarised our chart-toppers below, so you can refresh your memory accordingly. 

Our personal winner, the Amazon Basics Bed Frame, is a heavy-duty delight with a weight capacity of 500 pounds – impressive, huh? If you can't stand noise at night, this HOMUS Bed Frame will provide you with a squeakless, creak-less sleep. Shopping on a budget? This VECELO Bed Frame is a quality pick that won't break the bank. Alternatively, for a premium choice, we'd suggest buying the LOTCAIN Bed Frame – it's the creme of the crop. Finally, for a no-frills, straightforward but trusty option, we can only suggest the OmiNight Bed Frame.

Joseph Bobowicz
Freelance Contributor

Working across digital and print publications, Joseph Bobowicz is a London-born writer obsessed with books, culture, and all things new. When he's not writing about fashion for i-D and the Independent, he's out sourcing the best homewares to incorporate into any humble abode, fixer-upper, or first-time buy alike.