The Best Upholstered Bed Frames, According to Home Design Editors (2024)

Upgrading your bed frame or headboard will instantly upgrade the aesthetic of your bedroom. While wooden bed frames bring natural warmth and metal frames evoke a vintage feel, upholstered beds provide an element of cozy texture. To find the best upholstered beds, our home design editors rounded up their favorite styles at a variety of price points, including affordable bed frames under $300 and luxury designs we think are worth the splurge.

When shopping for an upholstered bed frame, you'll want to start by considering what fabric you prefer (options include plush velvet, bouclé, soft linen and more). Also think about your time frame: Cheaper styles can potentially arrive within a few days, while made-to-order options take longer but allow you to pick a fabric, leg style, headboard style and more. You'll also want to consider added features such as built-in drawers and adjustable headboards that can really make a pricier bed frame worth the investment.

You can turn your bed frame into a focal point by choosing a platform bed with a tufted headboard, or keep things minimal with a low profile bed. If you need a space-saving bed, opt for a silhouette with plenty of under-bed clearance, so you can use the space for storing bed sheets or seasonal clothing.

With a tufted upholstered headboard and solid wood legs, this bed frame exudes an elegant and versatile look. You can customize it to pair with your bedroom design — choose your fabric, leg style (cool walnut or almond), headboard preference (grid or diamond tufted) and headboard height (standard or tall). Pick from an array of fabrics, from linen to velvet, and feel free to order free swatches to test your favorites first.

If you're looking to buy a quality bed frame without spending a fortune, Zinus offers an array of well-rated options. This platform bed, designed with durable wood slats and square tufted upholstery, had earned nearly 40,000 five-star reviews on Amazon. Online reviewers agree it's "super easy" to assemble, feels sturdy and looks beautiful. Choose from four neutral polyester fabrics, as well as an option with or without USB ports.

From the square tufted headboard to the slightly tapered wood legs, this platform bed serves as a focal point in the bedroom. The modern bed frame, which has earned over 15,000 five-star reviews on Wayfair, is available in light blue, navy and gray. Online reviewers are impressed with the quality and ease of assembly. If you're looking for a bed frame fast, this pick arrives within a few days and ships for free.

Ideal for anyone living in a small space, this sophisticated bed frame features hidden storage. Use the four steel drawers underneath the bed to store bed sheets, clothing or accessories. Online reviewers found that this velvet pick is easy to assemble, looks beautiful and provides good quality given the low price. Choose from black, white or off-white fabric.

Exuding a modern, minimal style, Burrow's Chorus Bed is a splurge-worthy option for anyone looking to elevate their bedroom design. It can be customized to fit your space — choose from two wood tones and three fabric colors, plus choose a leg style and color. There are setups with or without a headboard, plus the option to mix and match a wood frame with upholstered headboard. Assembly is designed to be a breeze, just attach the rails to the legs, slip the slats over the posts and screw on the headboard.

Infuse texture and modern style into your bedroom design with a plush velvet bed frame. This pick is available in an array of gorgeous colors: black, blue, white, green and pink. According to online reviewers, it's easy to assemble yourself (most note that the instructions are clear). Many also found it provides a lot of value given the low price, noting it's sturdy and looks beautiful.

Showcasing velvet fabric upholstery and a tubular iron frame, this statement bed looks beautiful in any modern bedroom. There's also plenty of space for under-bed storage (9.6 inches), making this pick a practical choice for apartment living. Everything arrives in a single, compact box and assembly is straight-forward, according to online reviewers.

If your style strays minimal, try a modern upholstered bed frame minus the headboard. This low-profile pick from West Elm allows you to customize your fabric (there's everything from linen to bouclé and velvet) and choose from a no-show or metal leg (available in light bronze or dark pewter). While this bed is on the pricey side, it's incredibly versatile. Plus, you can always add or swap headboards later.

Introduce clean lines and a modern flair into your bedroom with this wingback platform bed, which looks much more expensive that it actually is. It's earned over 4,500 five-star reviews on Amazon, with reviewers noting the colors are beautiful, it's easy to assemble and the frame is good quality. Stick with a neutral light or dark gray, or infuse a pop color with burnt orange, light yellow or turquoise.

If you're looking to splurge on a comfortable bed frame, explore Article's range of upholstered options — including this plush bouclé bed. It features a sculpted headboard, curved proportions and solid oak legs that give it a modern Scandinavian style. The soft fabric is available in neutral colors, ivory or sandstone. While this pick is pricey, the brand is known for its quality furniture and timeless designs.