Best Beds
Sleeping Duck Indestruct Bed 🏆 2026
Featured review: Quality as described. Strong robust bed that will last a long time. Easy to setup. Happy with the purchase after looking at so many bed frames. Great price for what you get. Received a follow up call to ask what we thought and feedback. Customer service A1.
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Sleeping Duck Indestruct Bed 🏆 2026
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Exceptional website with all the information you need. Loved the free samples as this really helped to match my base with our existing bedhead and… Read more
furniture. The bed is nothing less than exceptional. Both my husband and myself have back issues and our aches and pains have been minimized since sleeping on this bed. Even our chiropractor who was a little skeptical of our online purchase at first is very impressed with our progress over the last 2 weeks. Would not buy anything else and have recommended it to anyone that will listen!
Emma Signature Bed
- Price (RRP) $724 to $999
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The bed turned out even better than I expected! It’s really firm and sturdy, and the mattress fits perfectly. There’s no noise or creaking at all,… Read more
which I love. Assembly took a bit of effort, but it was worth it in the end. Super happy with the purchase!
Koala Balmain Bed Base
- Price (RRP) $711 to $1,035
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The Balmain bed base exceeded my expectations. It's a lovely solid and well made bed base. My husband said it was very easy to put together. Thank you Koala team. Show details
Quokka Beds Floating Bed Base
- Price (RRP) $1,310 to $2,200
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Wonderful quality and easy to assemble. Looks great and we're happy to find a solid timber base at such a reasonable price. Show details
Quokka Beds Original Bed Base
- Price (RRP) $900 to $1,500
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Honestly feels like they're just rushing them out the door. Quality isn't great either. These guys have not been good to deal with, and the product… Read more
finally arrived without notice.
On the service:
Original delivery was quoted 6-8 weeks. After 8 weeks we emailed to enquire. After a follow up they finally responded and said it would be another 6-8 weeks (!).
We received an email saying all or part of our order was on its way to Melbourne - we just had to guess if it's all or part of the order. No delivery date. Then one day, we get home and it's on our porch (see pic).
On the product:
Workmanship isn't amazing. I know it's just the slats, but they're rough cut and unfinished and already showing signs of splitting. See pics. The middle support legs are also raw timber; so are.not protected from moisture
The bits you can see seem like they have a light coat of finish.
Not impressed with this for the wait and for the price. Def doesn't live up to the marketing spin.
Eva Timber Bed Frame 🏆 2026
- Price (RRP) $1,145 to $1,645
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Bed frame head is poorly supported and wobbles without wall support, which seems unusual to me. I don’t think this is a good design. I tried the… Read more
frame for a few months and ended up returning. The bed base without the head seems well designed and constructed. While the wall support requirement is listed on the product website, this info could be much more prominent.
Hi Dan, thanks for sharing! I'm sorry to hear our Timber… Read more
Koala Kirribilli Bed Base
- Price (RRP) $899.10 to $1,349.10
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I love this bed! Super stylish, and more importantly - easy to put together!
Emma Wooden Bed
- Price (RRP) $1,319.40 to $1,715.40
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Love the aesthetic – Looks clean and had great customer service. I am happy with their products and service Show details
Koala Brunswick Bed Base
- Price (RRP) $750 to $1,050
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The bed is an absolute fantastic design! So easy to assemble with no tools required!! Definitely 5star!!
Ecosa Rise Bed Frame
We enjoyed our experience shopping in Ecosa, friendly staff, huge assortment, modern design, bed is very comfortable, easy to ensemble.
Ecosa Zen Bed Base
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We purchased our new king Zen base about a month ago . Absolutely gorgeous . Super easy to put together . Sturdy has no creaks Timber is beautiful … Read more
Matches well with our existing bedsides. Wish we had done this upgrade earlier. Minimalist makes room look huge . Love the fact i can sit on the end of the bed to put my gym shoes on . No annoying foot at the end of the bed
Koala Paddington Bed Base
- Price (RRP) $720 to $1,080
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Bed looks great and was easy to assemble. Delivery took 1 month and was a bit pricy - $110
Ecosa Breeze Bed Base
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Easy to assemble bed base, doesn’t make any noise when in use. And attractive! Show details
Ergoflex Premium Bed Base
Great for a king-size bed in a room with challenging access! – Having narrow stairs and a small landing up to the bedroom, the boxed frame was the best (only) way to have a king size bed! It was easy to carry in… Read more
(with 2 people), and it was a very simple assembly. The fabric on the "skirt" looks really good. Very happy with our new bed - ergoflex mattress and frame!
Origin Timber Wooden Bed Frame
- Price (RRP) $1,079
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The timber is lovely and solid, I would have given an extra star but we found slotting the pieces together not as easy as it looked on the video. … Read more
This was the case with the side and end pieces in particular - it took quite a bit of muscle power to get the pieces flush.
Ecosa Cove Bed Frame
Good look, comfy and this was my 4th purchase . Totally recommend it
Ecosa Sierra Bed Frame
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Very easy to assemble - I was able to do it myself. The attached bedhead cushions are a good look and practical. Very sturdy base with no creaks or movement. Show details
Yona Cardboard Bed
- Price (RRP) $149 to $229
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Hi. It’s been a major nightmare trying to deal with the shipping issue this company has. Be aware that all their fast shipping promises at website… Read more
are fake and you end up waiting for weeks. At least 2-3 weeks in metro Australia. Their customer service is endless loop of AI bots without any real action or care - you just receive AI response in minutes which does not lead to or change anything.
Ecosa Sierra Storage Bed Frame
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The bed for the price point is very good as it’s difficult to find beds with slide out drawers. However the slide out drawers aren’t on rails ,… Read more
they’re on wheels so pushing them back in requires effort and since the bed doesn’t have a cover the slates there will be more dust accumulation into those drawers.
Hotshoppa Bed Frames
- Price (RRP) $1,499
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Really happy with this headboard! We purchased the Super King and it fits our space perfectly… it’s completely changed the look of our bedroom and… Read more
gives it that high-end, finished feel we were after.
The blue is a little lighter in person than we expected from the website photos, but we actually really like the colour in our room.
The quality is fantastic… the velvet feels really premium and soft to touch, and the overall finish feels much more expensive than the price we paid.
Communication was amazing from the moment we ordered, and we couldn’t believe how quick the delivery was. We received it within 48 hours of placing our order!
Great product, great quality and an awesome experience from start to finish.
Highly recommend! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Ecosa Breeze Storage Bed Base
Lovely colours, easy to build. Very sturdy for use. Would highly recommend
Eva Delve Bed Frame
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Loved the Delve Bed Frame since it first came out and finally got my hands on one!! it's so cosy, it feels like sleeping on a big marshmallow. was… Read more
tossing up between a few colours and ended up going with ecru, which is a perfect neutral. I struggled with the assembly in the beginning as I didn't carefully read the instructions haha would definitely recommend assembling with another person to make things easier :) just need some storage drawers next!
Boori Bronte King Single Bed
Great bed. Solid and the perfect height on the headboard for a low bedroom window. I had read reviews it was hard to line up the slats we didn’t have an issue, we just made sure when tightening the frame it was all even. Lovely bed. Show details
Emma Rosewood Bed
- Price (RRP) $850 to $1,200
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While the bed frame is of good quality, it is much lower to the floor than we expected and this is a problem as my wife and I are both in our late… Read more
seventies an have severe arthritis. The website gives a height for the other beds in the range but does not for the Rosewood. I sought advice on this from EMMA and was told, on the phone, that it should be the same height as the other beds. In fact, the top of the slats (i.e. the bottom of the mattress) is only 23cm above the floor so, with a mattress depth of 29cm, this makes the sleeping surface only 52cm above the floor. My wife and I find it awkward getting into bed and, more importantly, extremely difficult getting out and we are both concerned about the risk of falling, especially in the dark. Had I known that this bed was so low to the floor, I would not have purchased it and would have instead bought one (either from EMMA, or someone else) which provided a more easily negotiable height, considering our age and lack of mobility. I have been tempted to place a brick under each of the legs/supports but that, in itself, would present other safety issues. Hopefully, somebody from EMMA will read my comments and be able to suggest an acceptable solution.
As requested, I have taken photographs showing the following measurements: floor to the upper… Read more (+1 reply)
Ecosa Luna Bed Frame
Very happy with my Luna Frame. It compliments my mattress, Bamboo fitted sheet and Silk Pillowcase. All of which are unbelievably comfortable and would recommend to anyone. As crazy as paying $100 for a pillowcase sounds, I have no regrets! Show details
Ikea Hemnes Day-bed Frame with 3 Drawers
Great thing to use with referral code 9ftydf – yes, this is a bit random but wow what a great chair to just sit and be and think about the universe and all that is within in just much wow is all.
Ecosa Haven Bed Frame
- Price (RRP) $1,500 to $2,200
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easy to assemble and sturdy and comfortable - plus looks great
Emma Classic Bed
Is easy to assemble but the mattress doesn’t really fit tight with the bed frame Show details
Zinus Quick Lock Metal Bed Frame Base
The bed was delivered by Appliances Online. Once the pieces are laid out, the instructions are extremely easy to follow. No screws. The whole thing… Read more
locks together with spring loaded steel balls. It could not be easier to assemble. They even include a rubber hammer to knock the joints firmly home. The only tricky part is the cover. You will need strong fingers to pull the loops over the tabs. I recommend fixing one side and the top, then standing the frame on its side to get access to the other loops.
The bed frame is very strong and does not make noise or wobble at all. We got a very good night's sleep on our mattress with this frame supporting it.
Ecosa Nuve Cloud Bed Frame
My daughter loves her bed - no more stubbed toes and it's super comfy
Sleeping Duck Indestruct Bed 🏆 2026
Featured review: Quality as described. Strong robust bed that will last a long time. Easy to setup. Happy with the purchase after looking at so many bed frames. Great price for what you get. Received a follow up call to ask what we thought and feedback. Customer service A1.
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Types of beds
When we talk about beds, we’re talking about a bed base or a bed frame - that is, the structure that your mattress sits on top of. The type of bed you choose will depend on your style preference, your storage needs, and your budget.
Timber beds
Timber beds are the most popular bed type in Australia. Wooden bed frames are versatile style-wise - they can be traditional and understated, or more ornate with carved headboards and other features. If you want a bed frame with storage, timber beds are most likely to have drawers underneath, letting you make the most of the space under your bed.
Timber beds may also be easier to match with the other furniture in your room, as most bedroom furniture is wooden. Some brands also sell matching sets, such as bedside tables or a set of drawers that match your bed - taking a lot of the work out of interior decorating for you.
Bed slats
If you’re shopping for a timber, metal, or upholstered bed, you’ll likely hear about bed slats, which are the series of planks that lie across the width of a bed. They’re usually made from a strong wood, and can be bought separately to a bed, making them easily replaceable if some slats break.
There are two types of bed slats - neither is better than the other, and people’s choice in bed slats almost always boils down to their own sleeping preferences.
Solid bed frame slats are straight planks, and are often made from a sturdy wood such as pine.
Sprung bed frame slats are slightly curved or bowed, and are usually made from more flexible wood.
Metal beds
Metal beds are highly durable, and can look great in modern spaces, particularly if you’re going for a more industrial aesthetic. They offer up clean lines, and are less susceptible to showing the signs of general wear and tear.
Upholstered beds
The bedframe of an upholstered bed is constructed with wood or metal, but these beds are covered in upholstery - that is, the frame is padded and wrapped in fabric. They can give your room a luxurious feel, particularly if the bed is upholstered in a more lavish fabric such as velvet.
You can find beds with or without headboards or bed heads. One advantage of an upholstered bed is that if it has a headboard, it’ll likely be quite comfortable to lean against. This may be more important for people who like to sit up in bed, for example to read or to watch television. If you do this and you sleep with a lot of cushions, then there may be little difference between an upholstered headboard and stacking up your cushions against a timber or metal headboard.
Ensemble beds
An ensemble base consists of a bed base and a mattress that is made to suit your base, making it a great option for bed buyers who don’t have a mattress yet, or are worried about their mattress not ‘perfectly’ fitting their frame (although if you’re investing in a good quality base this generally shouldn’t be a problem).
Beds for children
Choosing the right bed can help your child sleep better. Because children’s rooms are often smaller, consider getting a loft bed, which is a bunk bed with a desk underneath.
You can also get kids beds - that is, beds specifically made for children - which can be even smaller than a single bed. They can also come in interesting designs, such as a princess bed or a car bed - although you should consider the possibility of your child outgrowing these quickly.
Other bed types
- Adjustable beds: Adjustable beds (also known as ‘electric bed bases’ can be controlled to adjust the angle and position of your mattress, making them versatile for different sleeping and sitting positions. These folding beds are great for elderly people or those undergoing physical rehabilitation, as lying at an angle can help ease swelling or poor circulation.
- Bunk beds: Bunk beds are two beds stacked on top of each other, and are most often made from timber or metal. They’re space saving, and a good option for kids, however you should double check a bunk bed’s safety features before purchasing one (such as rails on the top bunk to stop the person sleeping in it from falling off).
- Futon beds: A futon bed is a bed that can also fold up into a sofa, and because of this, they’re designed for thinner mattresses which can easily fold up into a seat (making these unsuitable for those who want more support in their mattress).
- Trundle beds: A trundle bed is a bed that has a second bed underneath it, which is pulled out like a drawer when it needs to be used. They’re a good way to save space, and can be a good option for a parent or parents sharing a room with their child, or for those just wanting an extra bed when they have visitors over.
- Canopy beds: A canopy bed, or four poster bed, can give your bedroom a decadent, regal feel. Having curtains and hanging linen can help keep you warm during winter, but these beds are generally a lot more time-consuming and difficult to clean than other beds.
Bed sizes
Often bed retailers will urge you to buy the biggest bed you can fit in your room in an effort to upsell, but just because a king size bed fits in your room, doesn’t mean it’s right for you.
For a bed to be comfortable, the mattress should be at least 10cm longer than the tallest person who’ll be sleeping on it. If a tall person will be sleeping on the bed, you should also consider getting a bed with a low (or no) footboard so that they can stretch out easily.
If you’re unsure which sized bed suits you, here are the different options for mattress sizes:
- Single: 92 x 188cm
- King single: 107 x 203cm
- Double: 138 x 188cm
- Queen: 153 x 203cm
- King: 183 x 203cm
- Super king: 203 x 203cm
Beds for smaller spaces
When outfitting a smaller bedroom, a storage bed may help you put the little space you have to good use. These styles can come with built-in drawers under your mattress, so you can do away with a tallboy.
When measuring up your bedroom to determine how big of a bed you want or need, take into consideration that some beds take up more space than the mattress which lies on top of them. If you’re looking to save space, you might want to consider opting for a frame without a chunky headboard or footboard. Finding out the dimensions of your bed, and not just your mattress, will help you plan out your room accordingly.
An often-overlooked size consideration is the height of your bed. If you have a bedroom on the smaller side or with low ceilings, getting a higher bed could potentially make your room seem smaller than it is.
Bed quality and maintenance
Generally, the more expensive the bed, the higher quality it is - however there are lots of good quality beds at affordable price points. For timber beds, going in store and checking the weight and solidity can sometimes be a telltale sign of its quality (good quality wood is generally heavier, and a well-designed bed shouldn’t be wiggling when you apply any pressure to it).
Taking care of your bed may also improve the chances of you enjoying them for years to come. Tighten the screws on a bed frame every six months - this will prevent it from becoming loose which can also stop any creaking that occurs.
For timber and metal frames, you can give them a quick wipe down every week to get rid of any dust and allergens. If allergies are still an issue despite regular cleaning, consider investing in a high quality mattress protector that protects you from irritants in your mattress.
Cleaning an upholstered bed can be a bit trickier, as fabric is a bigger bacteria magnet. You should be vacuuming an upholstered headboard weekly, and also using a fabric disinfectant spray to treat the surface of your bed.
Assembling a bed
Assembly is usually just needed for timber and metal beds, although you can find other bed types that need assembling. While it may sound like a bit of a drag buying a bed that needs assembling (not all beds come with instructions as straightforward as those of Ikea beds), these beds are also a lot easier to transport around, fit between doors, and carry up stairs.
Consider the layout of your home and where your new bed will be - you may be better off with a bed frame rather than a bed base if the bedroom it’s going to isn’t easily accessible.
How much should you spend on a bed?
For a queen bed frame, prices can range anywhere from $89 to over $20000, with most priced between $300 and $1500.
Because of the amount of time we spend in bed (almost 3000 hours a year if you’re getting 8 hours a night) and the importance of quality sleep, a bed may be a long-term investment. If this is the case for you, think down the line - not just about how you’ll use it now, but how you could use it years down the line when your circumstances may change.
Spending more can often ensure you get a bed that lasts, so you can avoid the hassle of finding yourself back at square one when your bed gives out and you have to buy another one. For many, you can’t put a price on sleeping safe and sound. With that being said, not everyone is in a position to fork out loads of money on a bed, so as long as you’re considering what you yourself want and need from your bed, then you’re off to an excellent start.
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