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5 Best Bed Frames of 2025, Assessed by Experts

The best bed frames of 2024: the official list is here. The picks are durable, and made with quality woods and metal, plus one crafted with soft fabric for an extra dose of comfort. An expert designer with an eye for craftsmanship and how well a design can serve its function gives her two cents for each product below. See her thoughts, plus the important details for each one (like size, material, customer reviews and more). With an expert's scrutiny and our editors' penchant for weeding out the average, any one of these is sure to give you a great sleep for years to come — shop the edit for beds that hold up, won't cause headaches and will keep your bedroom style fresh and cultivated!

Best Overall

1. Alton Cherry

Best Features: - high-quality wooden bed frame headboard - Scandinavian interior design - minimalist clean lines - King Size, Queen Size, California King + more

Size: 63"W x 85.5"D x 46.75"H

A Designer's Thoughts: "What you don't get from a picture? A solid rubberwood construction that feels as durable as it is. The weight capacity is a hefty 600 pounds, and the Alton is all-over great craftsmanship." - Courtney Marquez, LS Designer

Featured Review: "The bed went together very nicely. I love the smooth beautiful look when it was completed." - Izzy May

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2. Larkin White

Best Features: - low-profile heavy-duty storage bed - underbed storage drawers - easy assembly headboard, footboard to side rails + wooden slats

Size: 57.87"W x 81.5"D x 45.28"H

A Designer's Thoughts: "If you're okay with giving up space between the the bottom of the bed and the floor, I highly recommend the Larkin for its built-in storage. The written assembly time is 30 minutes, but in my experience it's straightforward enough to be finished within 20." - Courtney Marquez, LS Designer

Featured Review: "Good quality, does not feel cheap and feels very sturdy." - A RIVERA

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Best Wooden Bed Frame

3. Rowan Espresso

Best Features: - wood platform bed frame - storage space - Queen bed frame available

Size: 80"W x 85"D x 55"H

A Designer's Thoughts: "This stunning, simple headboard warms up a bedroom, which, as a designer, I love for mood. This is the type of style and shape that can blend into multidinous bedroom decor." - Courtney Marquez, LS Designer

Featured Review: "Great bed frame with ample storage. Both the frame and the drawers are sturdy and well-made." - Julz55

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Best Bed Frame for a Budget

4. Knox

Best Features: - sturdy piece of furniture perfect for kids rooms and guest rooms - trundle bed compatible - platform bed frame that fits small spaces

Size: 81.5"W x 44"D x 43.5"H

A Designer's Thoughts: "The Knox metal daybed beats the traditional look by switching the headboard position to long-side. And the iron frame is solid quality, pet-friendly (compared to fabric) and easy to clean with a wipe of a cloth." - Courtney Marquez, LS Designer

Featured Review: "Great comfort and solid daybed with price economy. Overall a great deal." - Yasar

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5. Deliah

Best Features: - solid wood + upholstery - the perfect new bed if you’re looking for a more romantic style at home - tufted upholstered headboard

Size: 81.5"W x 44"D x 43.5"H

A Designer's Thoughts: "The large headboard isn't minimalist, but that's not always a bad thing. In this case it creates a strong focal point! Another 'pro' is that all tools (minus one screwdriver) is part of the packaging, making setup easy." - Courtney Marquez, LS Designer

Featured Review: "Even prettier in person! Very elegant and already getting lots of compliments." - perfect couch

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