Adjustable beds can change the way you sleep. They tilt and change position to better accommodate each sleeper’s unique preferences. Some beds even allow couples to individually adjust each side to fit their preferences. There aren’t a lot of adjustable beds to be found, but we narrowed down the choices even further to bring you these recommendations.
Our testers looked at all available adjustable beds on the Canadian market. After weeks of testing, our team of experts was able to narrow down our recommendations to these four options. We looked at a variety of features to make our decision, including how easy the bed was to use and set up, how noisy it is during operation, and how many positions it offers. Of all of the adjustable bed frames that we looked at, these are the best adjustable beds in Canada.
Based on our findings, these are our choices for the best adjustable beds in Canada
Each of the adjustable beds on our list has special qualities that made it stand out. Our detailed tests revealed the following special qualities for the adjustable beds on our list.
The GhostBed Adjustable Bed is our best adjustable bed overall. It offers a lot of great features and special options for the price, including a comfortable zero-gravity setting for ultimate relaxation.
The Casper Rise Max Adjustable Bed offers the best adjustment on our list for multiple reasons. It offers three different adjustment points, though – this puts it at an advantage over the other mattresses on our list.
The Podium Adjustable Bed offers the quietest operation on our list. If you are a light sleeper (or your partner is), this bed won’t wake them if you must adjust in the middle of the night.
Finally, the Puffy Adjustable Bed is the best universal option on our list. It’s compatible with most mattresses (even innerspring mattresses). It also works with a universal headboard mount, so it’s simple to pair this frame with the mattress and headboard you already have.
The GhostBed Adjustable Bed
Features:
Sizes: Twin XL, Queen, Split King
Frame Material: Steel
Adjustment Points: 2 (Head and foot)
Warranty: Lifetime
Weight Limit: 340kg
It’s Great For:
- Couples who weigh less than 340kg combined
- Single Canadians who want the adjustable frame experience
- Those who read in bed or watch TV to fall asleep
- Users who want to use multiple massage modes
The GhostBed Adjustable Bed offers a host of pre-set positions, as well as multiple custom elevation and free adjustment options at each of its two adjustment points. You can tilt the head and feet of this bed any way you need to. GhostBed’s emphasis is, as always, on your comfort. In addition to these basic comfort options, the GhostBed Adjustable Bed boasts a wealth of features that can change the way you sleep.
Pre-set positions and options include Zero Gravity, a mode that completely relieves pressure. The weightless comfort that this option provides is great for relaxing sore muscles after a long day. The dual head and foot massage features can also help you relax. There is a massage zone in the head and foot section of each side of the bed. Each zone has three modes and three intensities. Further, they can be set on a timer so they aren’t running all night.
Other options include under-bed LED lights so you can see your way to the bathroom in the middle of the night. The frame includes 4 USB ports for charging all of your devices, too. Each setting and elevation can be controlled via the wireless remote, which is backlit for better control in the dark.
The steel frame is durable and can hold up to 340kg, including both users, the mattresses, and everything else on the bed. This adjustable bed includes three-piece customizable legs, which can be screwed on or off if you want to change them. Legs come in 4”, 8”, and 12” varieties, so even the shortest sleepers can comfortably get in and out of bed.
You can get the GhostBed Adjustable Bed in Twin XL, Queen, and Split King sizes. The base comes with a limited lifetime warranty, which should keep you comfortable for many years to come.
The Highlights
The GhostBed Adjustable Bed has a zero-gravity setting, which gives you maximum weightless comfort after a long, tiring day. This mode allows you to feel completely suspended, perfect for aches and recovery. The remote is large and easy to use. The settings are well-labeled, and the buttons are simple. You can get the GhostBed Adjustable Bed in three different settings, so there’s an option for single Canadians as well as couples. For the number of great features it offers, this mattress comes at a great price.
- Zero gravity setting
- Simple remote that’s easy to use
- Available in three different sizes
- Comes at a great price for the special features it offers
From the Test Lab
“This adjustable base was a hit, especially for testers who shared similar preferences as their partners. Zero gravity was one of our testers’ favourite features.”
Casper Rise Max Adjustable Bed
Features:
Sizes: Twin XL, Queen, Split King, California King
Frame Material: Steel
Adjustment Points: 3 (Neck, head, foot)
Warranty: 10 years
Weight Limit: 340kg
It’s Great For:
- Canadians who own a California King-sized bed
- Reading before bed
- Users who snore
- Sleepers who like to lay completely flat
The Casper Rise Max Adjustable Bed is a luxury adjustable bed that features a full suite of comfort and convenience features. This bed comes with a 30-night risk-free trial to allow you to try the bed, and it’s compatible with most hybrid or all-foam mattresses. There are three adjustment points for maximum comfort, including the head, neck, and feet.
Features include a Zero Gravity feature for weightless comfort and an Anti-Snore option. When selected, this feature raises the top of your body upwards to reduce pressure on your airways which can cause snoring. You or your partner can select this option, which is especially helpful if you often snore and your partner is a light sleeper.
This adjustable bed also features wall aligning technology. This means that the bed will move towards the wall during adjustment. While some adjustable beds might move you far from your nightstand during adjustment, the Casper Rise Max keeps you in line with everything you need by moving the entire base closer to the bed as you change the angle.
There are two programmable memory buttons, so you can save your favourite sleeping position easily. You won’t have to find the right angle every time, either! With the press of a button, you can adjust to any of the presets (including a flat option) or resume your favourite sleeping position. This bed features a 4-zone massage that you can select from the remote, as well as under-bed lighting and a drop-in option. This option means that the adjustable frame is compatible with most bed frames and headboard setups, so you don’t have to get rid of those pieces when you want to switch to an adjustable bed.
This sturdy steel frame comes with three adjustable leg heights. You can purchase it in Twin XL, Queen, Split King, or California King depending on your preference. It can hold up to 340kg safely and carries a 10-year warranty.
The Highlights
The Casper Rise Max Adjustable Bed is a wall-aligning adjustable base, which means that it stays close to the wall even when adjusted. This helps you stay close to your bedside tables and saves you space in the bedroom. This frame offers 4-zone massage features to help you relax, more zones than most other massage adjustable beds we looked at. Even with these additional features, this base has a simple control scheme, so most users will be able to figure out how to use it. If you aren’t sure if you’ll like it, you can try it with the 30-night sleep trial.
- Wall-aligning features to save space and increase usability
- Massage features use four effective zones to keep you comfortable
- A simple control scheme for ease of use
- A 30-night trial so you can try the adjustable bed before committing to a purchase
From the Test Lab
“The neck adjustment on this adjustable bed was a game-changer for our testers. Those who like to read in bed found this especially effective.”
Podium Adjustable Bed
Features:
Sizes: Twin XL, Full, Queen, Split King
Frame Material: Steel
Adjustment Points: 2 (Head and foot)
Warranty: 2 years (service), 5 years (parts), 10 years (frame)
Weight Limit: 295kg
It’s Great For:
- Hybrid mattresses
- Full-sized mattresses
- Those who co-sleep with children will use a safety lock
- Light sleepers, especially those sensitive to noise
The Podium Adjustable Bed is simple to set up and use. This adjustable frame comes in the widest range of sizes yet, including Twin XL, Full, Queen, and Split King. There’s an option for everyone who might need an adjustable bed. The head and foot sections adjust independently, and you can set them to just about any angle you like depending on your preference.
The wireless remote allows you to access multiple preset modes, including weightless Zero-G mode. You’ll also be able to return the bed to flat with just a press of a button. You can use the remote to activate the safety lock as well, ensuring that the bed can’t be adjusted again until you unlock it. Other features include 3 full-body massage modes and three adjustable leg sizes.
Where the Podium Adjustable Bed shines is in its quiet operation. No matter how you’re adjusting the bed, you won’t hear the motor running. Some other beds are so loud you might wake your partner in the middle of the night, but this bed adjusts with barely a whisper.
There are four total USB ports to charge all of your devices, and the frame can hold up to 295kg. It works with most hybrid mattresses, as well as foam and latex ones as well. For the Split King size, you’ll need two Twin XL mattresses if you want separate adjustments for each side of the bed. The frame has a 10-year warranty after purchase, while individual parts have a 5-year warranty and there is a 2-year service warranty.
The Highlights
Podium’s Adjustable Bed is available in a full-sized option, which is rare when it comes to adjustable frames. Usually, this size is skipped in favour of larger sizes. It includes a safety lock, which ensures your settings are saved when your kids or pets are around. You won’t have to worry about the mattress being moved around when you don’t want it to be. This adjustable frame is usable with most compatible mattresses, but this excludes innerspring mattresses – these mattresses could be damaged by the adjustable frame. Finally, this adjustable bed offers a 10-year warranty on the steel frame, so you can rest a little easier.
- Available in the rarer full-sized option
- Safety lock to keep settings intact
- Usable with most mattresses
- 10-year warranty on the steel frame
From the Test Lab
“The Podium Adjustable Bed worked well with most mattresses we tested, making it universally appealing. Our testers loved how quiet it was to adjust the bed.”
Puffy Adjustable Bed
Features:
Sizes: Twin XL, Full, Queen, Split King
Frame Material: Steel
Adjustment Points: Head and foot
Warranty: Lifetime
Weight Limit: 181kg
It’s Great For:
- Canadians who own innerspring mattresses
- Those who want to try the frame before committing to a purchase
- Couples who weigh less than 181kg combined
- Couples with similar mattress and sleeping preferences
The Puffy Adjustable Bed is a truly universal adjustable bed. Where most adjustable beds only work with foam or latex mattresses, this one works with innerspring mattresses as well. No matter what type of mattress you already have, this adjustable bed will work wonderfully for you. It’s one of the most unique options for this reason, as most require a certain type of mattress to work properly.
This bed is simple to set up and can be put together in just a few moments out of the box. It features dual massage zones, each of which has an independent motor and 3 speeds to choose from. You can use the universal headboard clips to attach the frame to your favourite headboard.
The bed frame has three adjustable leg options (6.5”, 9.5”, and 11.5”) and dual USB charging ports for your phone or other devices. The wireless remote is simple to use and allows you to turn on the under-bed light and adjust to several presets. Presets include Zero-G, flat, and 6 different preset positions. These positions might not be for you, but they can help you find a more comfortable sleeping position. There are two memory options to save your favourite positions, so you can always fall asleep comfortably.
You can purchase the Puffy Adjustable Bed in Twin XL, Full, Queen, and Split King. It comes with a lifetime warranty, which will protect you from manufacturing flaws until you stop using the frame. It can hold a combined weight of 181kg.
The Highlights
The Puffy Adjustable Bed is compatible with all mattresses, including innerspring and hybrid mattresses. Innerspring mattresses usually can’t be used with adjustable frames because they might be damaged, but this frame makes it work. The legs of the frame can be adjusted, so shorter Canadians can have an easier time getting in and out of bed. It uses a universal headboard attachment that allows you to use it with your existing headboard, too. Two massage zones help you relax at the end of a long day.
- Compatible with all mattresses, including innerspring
- Adjustable leg height for shorter Canadians
- Headboard attachment for your existing headboard
- Two massage zones for extra relaxation
From the Test Lab
“Our testers found that the eight preset positions helped them find their preferred options easier. They also loved the dual massage zones!”
Why Trust Us?
We extensively tested each of the adjustable beds on our list. We looked at multiple different parameters to determine if each bed was a good fit to recommend to you. Years of experience in the sleep field taught us what to look for. When it comes to these adjustable beds, we looked at these areas:
- Setup: How simple is the bed to set up? While adjustable beds can offer a ton of features, they don’t offer many benefits if you can’t figure out how to set them up. We looked at how simple it was to follow the setup instructions and had our testers assemble each adjustable bed themselves.
- Noise Level: Adjustable beds can sometimes be noisy, especially as they are adjusted. We gauged how noisy each adjustable bed was during adjustment, testing the same angles and settings where possible.
- Positions: We looked at how many positions were available on each adjustable bed and tested them all. We also tried out the free adjustment if available, ensuring that the beds we recommended offered the best possible range of positions.
- Ease of Use: We also took a look at how easy each bed was to operate. We compared remotes, figured out how to use the best features, and asked our testers to rate how easy it was to learn how to operate the bed.
What is an Adjustable Base?
An adjustable base is a mattress foundation that allows the frame to tilt and move to raise and lower certain parts of the mattress. The head of the bed has a wide range of adjustments, and the foot of the mattress can generally be adjusted as well. The inspiration for these beds came from hospital beds. They’ve evolved into a luxury product that anyone can use.
To use your adjustable base, you need a flexible mattress. You should look for memory foam, latex, or hybrid mattress for your adjustable base. Innerspring mattresses cannot be used with adjustable frames, so take that into account before you purchase one.
Benefits (and Drawbacks) of Using an Adjustable Bed
Adjustable beds offer a ton of great benefits. Aside from the comfort that comes with being able to freely adjust the angle of the bed, adjustable bases can improve sleep in multiple ways.
Adjustable beds can:
- Reduce snoring.
- Relieve pressure.
- Increase circulation.
- Offer a soothing massage.
- Help you get to sleep easier.
All of these benefits come because of the customizable and adjustable nature of the frame. Unfortunately, there are some drawbacks as well.
- Adjustable beds are heavy.
- Adjustable beds are expensive.
- Adjustable beds can be noisy.
If you can overlook these drawbacks, an adjustable bed can change the way you sleep. This is especially true if you have some minor sleeping difficulties.
How to Shop for an Adjustable Base
There is a relatively small pool of adjustable bases available on the Canadian market. The good news is that most will work with any compatible mattress. Compatibility depends on the mattress itself rather than the frame. Still, each adjustable base comes with a set of unique features and options. Look for the following things as you shop for an adjustable base.
Size
Sizes for adjustable frames vary based on the brand. Some are available in Twin XL, Queen, or King sizes. Others are only available in Split King, which offers an adjustment section on each side of the bed. Before you look into any other features an adjustable bed offers, make sure you check the sizes the adjustable bed comes in.
Frame Construction
What an adjustable bed is made of is an important thing to consider. Steel frames are best for most adjustable beds. You want a frame that will be sturdy enough to handle readjustment and more. While many frames aren’t made of steel, you should look for adjustable beds constructed with steel for a long-lasting and sturdy frame.
Adjustment Points
Each adjustable bed has a few adjustment points. These are the points where the bed can move. Most adjustable beds use two adjustment points: the head and feet. More adjustment points mean a more comfortable bed, though. Some adjustable frames use other adjustment points, such as a point at the neck to help you read or watch TV in bed more comfortably. Look for an adjustable bed with multiple different adjustment points that match your preferences.
Weight Limit
An adjustable bed’s weight limit is more than just a statistic. It’s important to pay attention to this weight limit – it’s the maximum limit of how much weight the frame can hold, especially when adjusting. While most weight limits are high, it’s important to note that this figure should include the mattress, anyone sleeping on the mattress, and anything else put on the bed (including pillows, duvets, and weighted blankets). Exceeding this weight limit is not recommended.
Disregarding this weight limit may void your warranty. Adjustable beds can only raise a certain amount of weight, and pushing them beyond their recorded limits can cause the adjustable bed to break or work incorrectly. If the adjustable bed breaks due to misuse in this way, most warranties won’t cover replacement or repair.
Warranty
A warranty protects you from manufacturing defects or quality control issues that occur within a certain period after your purchase. A longer warranty is always better, as it ensures that you are protected for longer. Some frames have a longer warranty, but the standard is about 10 years. Before you decide which adjustable bed you want to purchase, read each warranty carefully. Choose the warranty with terms that are most beneficial to you.
Adjustable Bed Special Features
While adjustable beds might seem simple, many of them come with a wealth of special features. These features can sometimes be the deciding factor that leads you to choose one adjustable base over another. Here are some of the most common special features you should look out for as you shop for an adjustable bed.
- Massage. Most adjustable beds have some form of massage. Certain zones vibrate when the massage setting is selected, allowing your body to relax.
- Timer. Some bases can run on a schedule. This means that after a certain amount of time, they’ll return to flat. If you often fall asleep watching TV, this option might be great for you.
- Zero gravity. Zero gravity completely relieves any pressure on your body. A zero-gravity setting creates a unique position for your head and feet that makes you feel like you’re floating on the mattress. It’s a great option to have after a long day.
- Memory. Have you found your favourite position? A bed with memory features allows you to save this position, making it easy to return to it when you’re ready to get cozy.
- Wall-hugging. A wall-hugging bed shifts back towards the wall as the head of the frame lifts. This means you’re still in the same position as before the adjustment. It doesn’t leave a gap, either.
- Presets. Position presets come pre-loaded into the frame. These presets may include different ‘recommended’ positions, and you can switch between them with the remote control.
- Under-bed lights. LED lights located under the bed can illuminate the floor in the middle of the night, so you don’t have to turn a light on to go to the bathroom.
- Lock button. This is a child lock, but it doesn’t have to be for children. When the bed isn’t in use, the controls are unusable to prevent your custom settings from being reset.
- Silent alarm. Tired of your alarm clock? Adjustable beds that feature a silent alarm will gently shake you awake instead of relying on loud noises to get you up.
- App control. App control may feature alternate remote control features. Either way, you can control the settings on your adjustable bed via a connected app on your smart device.
- Voice control. In addition to the remote or app control, some adjustable beds feature voice control.
- Return to flat. Adjustable beds with this option include a button that removes all custom settings, returning the mattress to the flat position.
Performance Areas
As we mentioned above, these are the areas we used to evaluate the adjustable beds on our list. As you’re shopping, you can compare the adjustable beds in these areas, too. Here’s a more in-depth look at each of these performance parameters.
Setup
You’ll have to set your adjustable bed up yourself. Because of this, most companies attempt to make it as simple as possible. Still, you should look at how easy the adjustable bed is to set up. Look at instruction manuals if you can find them online, or skim user reviews to find any mention of a challenging setup issue. This can save you hours of frustration in the end.
Noise Level
Some people can sleep no matter what’s going on around them. For the rest of us, a frame with quiet operation can make it easier to sleep through the night. If you or your partner is a light sleeper, the noise level of your adjustable bed should be considered.
Positions
While most adjustable beds offer free range of motion (meaning there are an unlimited number of available positions), others may offer only a few set positions. When you’re shopping, you should look for preset positions. You should also see if the bed mentions being freely adjustable. Choose the option you prefer.
Ease of Use
Adjustable beds shouldn’t be difficult to use. Look for beds that are easy to adjust, offer clear controls, and adjust via your voice, an app, or more. If you’re concerned with operating the adjustable bed, look for an option that’s simple to use.
Frequently Asked Questions About Adjustable Beds
Do adjustable beds work for side sleepers?
Adjustable beds work fine for side sleepers. Like any type of sleeper, there are certain positions you might want to avoid. Some positions aren’t as supportive or lead to too much strain to be viable for side sleepers.
How long does it take to get used to an adjustable bed?
Like with most mattresses or changes to your sleeping situation, you should be used to your adjustable bed in 30 days.
Do you have to use a specific type of mattress with an adjustable bed?
Adjustable beds work best with durable mattresses. Innerspring mattresses are generally not compatible with most adjustable frames. Hybrid and foam mattresses work best.
