Best Adjustable Beds for Seniors According to Experts

Are Adjustable Beds Worth It for Seniors? Our Verdict

Healthy sleep habits are important for people of all ages, but especially seniors who are more likely to experience sleeping issues. Prolonged insomnia can lead to long term physical and mental health consequences — good sleep hygiene can help eliminate the threat. 

After more than 500 hours of research, we determined that adjustable beds are beneficial for the senior population, especially those with certain medical conditions, pain, or lack of a sleep routine. Buying an adjustable bed is deeply personal, and experts recommend matching the mattress to your body weight for the best results. 

According to our conversations with sleep experts and clinicians, the people who stand to benefit most are older persons with:

• Back, neck, and/or spine pain 
• Gastroesophageal reflux
• Arthritis
• Poor circulation
• Mobility issues
• Those sleeping with a CPAP
• Those who sleep with a partner with different needs 

The alternative, not finding a comfortable mattress to aid in sleep health, can be detrimental. Dr. Carleara Weiss, clinician scientist behavioral sleep medicine and circadian rhythms and sleep science advisor at Aeroflow Sleep elaborates:

“The long-term effects of long-term sleep deprivation include cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension and stroke, kidney disease, higher chance of diabetes, and obesity. Chronic sleep deprivation is also a threat to mental health, increasing the risk and worsening the impacts of depression.” 

Read more: How Much Weight Does an Adjustable Bed Hold?

Comparing Adjustable Beds for Seniors

Company	Price Range	Warranty (Years)	Trial Period (Nights)	Weight Limit	Delivery & Set Up
Natural Form	$1,450–$3,234	25 years	100 nights	850 lbs	Yes
Saatva	$2,801–$5,096	25 years	365 nights	850 lbs	Yes
Amerisleep	$849–$3,848	20 years	100 nights	Not specified	Shipping only
Nectar	$1,399–$6,650	Lifetime	365 nights	750 lbs	Yes
Helix	$991–$4,498	15 years	100 nights	Not specified	Shipping only
Temper-Pedic	$899–$8,198	25 years	90 nights	650 lbs	Yes
Puffy	$599–$5,348	Lifetime	101 nights	Not specified	Shipping only

Our Research and Testing Methodology

Retirement Living selected our top choices for adjustable beds for seniors based on:

• 80+ hours of testing and research
• 3 sleep experts and physical therapists consulted
• 1,000+ third-party reviews referenced 
• 8 brands selected out of 12 brands evaluated

Best Adjustable Bed Frames and Mattresses for Seniors

Identifying which adjustable bed is right for you involves two steps: first, comparing each brand’s adjustable bed frames and then purchasing a compatible adjustable mattress to lay on top of the frame. To simplify shopping, we’ve listed all the adjustable options available for the top brands below, including those that offer adjustable bed sets.

Natural Form makes and sells adjustable bed bases and mattresses, benefiting your health by improving conditions like sleep apnea, arthritis, and chronic back pain. You’ll use an app on your phone to adjust the Natural Form adjustable bed bases to various positions and an external firmness dial to adjust the mattresses. Starting at the clinically optimized firmness setting, you can dial it up or down for the comfort and support you need for your best night’s sleep.

There are three mattresses to choose from: Garden, Refresh, and Euro, which have external dials for firmness adjustments. There are two adjustable bed frames that come with up to four custom preset positions and can be used from either a remote control or app on your Apple or Android device. Seniors with hand dexterity issues will find this especially useful — once programmed, they can get into their most comfortable position with just the touch of a button.

A white glove delivery service is available for an additional $499, but it might be worth it. With this service, you aren’t responsible for moving the item to the correct room and setting it up. 

• Price range: $1,450 – $1,950 for the mattress; $1,258 – $3,234 for the adjustable frame
• Trial: 100 days for mattresses
• Warranty: 1-year on mattresses, 25-year limited warranty on bases includes 1-year full coverage
• Sizes available: Twin to Cal King; total of 8 sizes
• Weight capacity: 850 pounds

Adjustable Options

• Adjustable mattresses: Garden, Refresh, and Euro mattresses all with external firmness dial.
• Adjustable Bed frame: Remote or app control, up to four custom preset positions, full body massage, wall-hugger technology, under-bed lighting.
• Adjustable Bed Plus: Everything in basic, plus extra controls like pillow tilt, a sleep timer, and a gentle wake alarm.

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Saatva offers two adjustable bases and one of the best adjustable mattresses we found on the market. The Saatva adjustable base and base plus come in sizes ranging from twin to Cal King. Features of both include a wireless remote, whisper soft motor, and elevated head and feet. The Saatva adjustable plus base takes it a step further with preset positions, including one custom preset, wall-hugging design, underbed lighting, and full-body massage. With a zero clearance design, the legs can be removed entirely or adjusted in height during setup.

The adjustable bases can be paired with the Solaire Adjustable Firmness Mattress, which has 50 precise firmness settings designed for all sleep positions. In the queen size and up, you can adjust each side of the bed individually. Older adults will find this a great perk as you can get your precise setting without disturbing your partner if they prefer a different setting. It also boasts no motion transfer for a better night of sleep.

Saatva beds come with a white glove delivery service that includes in-room delivery, set up, and removal of old mattresses and frames, perfect for seniors who don’t have reliable help.

• Price range: $2,801 – $5,096 for the mattress; $1,045 – $2,598 for the adjustable frame
• Trial: 365-day home trial on mattress, less $99 if you return it
• Warranty: 25-year limited warranty, 5-year full coverage warranty
• Sizes available: Twin to Cal King; total of 10 sizes
• Weight capacity: 850 pounds

Adjustable Options

• Solaire Adjustable Firmness Mattress: 50 precise firmness settings.
• Saatva Adjustable Base: remote and whisper soft technology.
• Saatva Adjustable Base Plus: Preset positions and one custom preset, wall-hugging design, underbed lighting, and full-body massage.

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Amerisleep has a more limited selection than its competitors. It offers just one adjustable base and three mattresses that are not adjustable but instead self-adjust to your needs. The bed frame provides head-to-toe adjustability through a remote with zero gravity and anti-snore presets. Other features include underbed lighting, adjustable base legs, rolling wave massage, an ultra-quiet motor, USB ports, and wall glide technology. It carries a 10-year warranty and free shipping. A delivery and setup service is available for an additional $399.

Amerisleep offers three mattresses to accompany it that incorporate Bio-Pur technology. This technology provides responsive support that contours to your body to relieve pressure points that increase as you age and cushioned support that bounces back in seconds. The mattresses carry a 100-night trial with free returns and an industry-leading 20-year warranty.

• Price range: $849 – $3848 for mattresses; $1,000 – $3,000 for the adjustable base
• Trial: 100 nights
• Warranty: 20-year, 1 year unlimited
• Sizes available: Twin XL to Cal King; total of 7 sizes
• Weight capacity: Not disclosed

Adjustable Options

• Amerisleep Adjustable Bed+: Remote and two preset positions, wall glide design, underbed lighting, USB ports, and full body massager. 

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Nectar Sleep sells a variety of bed frames in addition to an adjustable frame and six highly-rated mattress options composed of five layers of nontoxic contour gel and memory foam. The adjustable bed bundle comes with a remote that can save your favorite settings, two preset positions, quiet whisper massage, four USB ports, underbed lighting, and adjustable bed legs with a zero clearance option.

Nectar Sleep provides substantial warranties compared to other adjustable bed manufacturers. It’s one of two brands we tested that offer a best-in-class forever (lifetime) warranty on mattresses and an ample three-year warranty on adjustable bed frames. Both warranties cover defects in materials and workmanship arising from regular use. The adjustable bed warranty includes electrical components, such as the drive and massage motors.

In-home trials allow Nectar Sleep customers to use the adjustable bed for 50 days before deciding to keep the bed, and the mattress has a 365-day trial period.

Nectar Sleep beds come in full through Cal king-size, twin XL, and split king. Shipping and returns are free. The company offers a low-cost white glove delivery service — worth its weight in gold for seniors who don’t have to move and set up the bed or find someone to help them.  

• Price range: $1,399 – $3,596 on adjustable frames; $3,325 – $6,650 for the Adjustable Bed Bundle 
• Trial: 50 days on the frame, 365 days on the mattress
• Warranty: 3 years on the frame, forever on the mattress
• Sizes available: Twin XL to Cal King; total of 6 sizes
• Weight capacity: 750

Adjustable Options

• Classic Adjustable Bed Frame: Remote control with two preset positions and adjustable legs.
• Premier Adjustable Bed Frame: Remote, app, three preset positions, programmable settings, full-body massage with three intensities, four USB ports, underbed lighting, and adjustable leg height. 
• Premier Adjustable Bundle: Premier bed frame, Nectar mattress, 6-piece bedding bundle.

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Helix offers a range of mattresses and bases, including one adjustable base. The Helix adjustable base comes with a remote control, zero gravity and one-touch flat preset positions, three programmable preset positions, head and foot elevation, dual massage, two USB ports, adjustable leg settings with a zero clearance setting, and underbed lighting. We especially like the one-touch flat position and programmable preset positions for those with arthritis in their hands who have a hard time pushing buttons – one button is all you will need to worry about to get the correct position.

Helix offers three mattress collections to choose from: Core, Luxe, and Elite. None of them are adjustable, but all are compatible with the adjustable bases. There is even a plus mattress available in each collection for plus size and big and tall sleepers.   

Helix offers free shipping with contactless delivery but no setup. It carries a 100-night trial period and a 15-year limited warranty (10 years on the base).

• Price range: $936 – $4,498 on mattresses; $998 – $1,998 on adjustable frame
• Trial: 100 nights
• Warranty: 15-year limited on mattress; 10-year limited on adjustable base
• Sizes available: Twin to Cal king; total of 6 sizes
• Weight capacity: Not specified

Adjustable Options

• Adjustable base: Remote control, two preset positions, the ability to program three preset positions, massage, two USB ports, adjustable legs (between 3 and 12 inches), and under-the-bed lighting. 

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Tempur Sealy International, located in Lexington, KY, includes a variety of well-known brands, including Tempur-Pedic and Sealy Posturepedic. While J.D. Power does not rate adjustable beds for seniors, it gave Tempur-Pedic the highest customer satisfaction award in 2023, which speaks to the company’s dedication to its customers.

Tempur-Pedic makes four adjustable bed bases, many mattress options to go with them, and several bundle packages. Adjustable bases include the Ease Power Base, TEMPUR-Ergo Power Base, TEMPUR-Ergo Smart Base, and TEMPUR-Ergo ProSmart Base.

Choose from three mattress collections: the TEMPUR-Cloud, TEMPUR-Adapt, or TEMPUR-Breeze® collection. You can also opt to get the TEMPUR-Active Breeze System, which is a mattress and adjustable base bundle that allows the temperature on each side of the bed to be controlled through an app — perfect for aging adults who still want to share a bed but have different temperature needs for the best night sleep.

The adjustable bases carry a 25-year limited warranty, while the mattresses carry a 10-year limited warranty. The weight limit on all bases is 650 pounds.

• Price range: $1,699 – $8,198 for mattresses; $899 – $4,798 for adjustable frame
• Trial: 90 nights (mattresses only)
• Warranty: 25-year limited on adjustable bases, 10-year limited on mattresses
• Sizes available: Twin to Cal king; total of 6 sizes 
• Weight capacity: 650 pounds 

Adjustable Options

• Ease Power Base: Remote, zero gravity preset position, and head and foot lift.
• TEMPUR-Ergo Power Base: Same as in the Ease Power Base, plus lumbar support, anti-snore positioning (Quiet Mode), lower back massage, underbed lighting, and USB ports.
• TEMPUR-Ergo Smart Base: All of the above plus two-zone massage, automatic snore response, sleep coaching, and smart alarm. 
• TEMPUR-Ergo ProSmart Base: All other options, plus WaveForm massage technology, SoundScape mode that allows you to hear and feel sound through the mattress, and a preset WindDown program.
• TEMPUR-ActiveBreeze Smart Bed: ProSmart Air Base (has fans built in to the base to circulate air through the base and mattress) combined with TEMPUR ActiveBreeze hybrid mattress for adjustable, personalized climate control.

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Puffy provides adjustable beds, most notably a wide selection of bundles that include an adjustable bed base and a mattress. One adjustable base is available — the Puffy Serenity Adjustable Base, which comes in four sizes. Features include a remote control with a zero gravity/anti-snore preset position, several massage modes, adjustable legs (including zero clearance), USB charging ports, and underbed lighting.

Four mattresses are available to go with the adjustable bed base: Cloud, Lux, Royal, and Monarch. These are hybrid mattresses that combine plush comfort, memory foam, and a pocketed coil system for support. The difference between them is the height and firmness levels. You can bundle each as a set with the adjustable bed base and get two pillows, a sheet set, and a mattress cover.

Puffy bed sets are made in the USA and carry a lifetime limited warranty. They also offer a 101-night sleep trial and free shipping (setup is not included).

• Price range: $599 – $5,348 for mattresses; $1,199 – $2,099 for adjustable base; $2,998-$4,248 for bundle sets
• Trial: 101 nights
• Warranty: Lifetime 
• Sizes available: Twin XL to Split king; total of 4 sizes
• Weight capacity: Not specified

Adjustable Options

• Serenity Adjustable Base: remote, zero gravity preset position, adjustable legs, three massage modes, USB ports, and underbed lighting.

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Additional Adjustable Bed Companies We Considered

Sleep Number makes and sells three adjustable bed models called FlexFit. Read Sleep Number’s full review.

Loom & Leaf by Saatva is a luxury memory foam mattress designed with multi-layer breathable support, premium memory foam, cooling spinal gel, and a quilted organic cotton cover.

Reverie has been in business since 2003 and started selling their power base adjustable beds five years later.

Easy Rest offers 100% made-in-the-USA adjustable beds.

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Health Benefits of Adjustable Beds

Adjustable beds offer many benefits for older adults. The first and most prominent benefit is a better night of sleep, which ultimately results in better physical and mental health functions. A lack of sleep can increase one’s risk for depression, falls, dementia, and cardiovascular disorders. Improving one’s sleep can help decrease these risks.

Other health benefits of best adjustable beds for seniors include:

• Pain relief
• Increased comfort
• Pressure relief
• Decreased of snoring
• Improved acid reflux
• Better mobility getting in and out of bed

In our analysis of customer sentiment regarding their adjustable bed, many buyers expressed their happiness with the ability to experience more prolonged sleep. Optimal sleep times are important for your overall health, says Dr. Catherine Darley, a naturopathic sleep expert and founder of Skilled Sleeper.

“During sleep, melatonin is elevated. Melatonin has many important actions throughout the body as an anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant, and those benefits are awarded when we have optimal sleep time. Another important system that is most active during sleep is the glymphatic system. This system clears out metabolic waste products, including beta-amyloid proteins, which can accumulate into the plaques seen in Alzheimer’s disease.”

Features to Look for in Adjustable Beds

While everyone’s needs vary, the following are the most common features for an aging adult to look for in adjustable beds. When it comes to senior safety features, prioritize the following: 

1. Adjustable bed heights to make getting out of bed easier and reduce the risk of falls.
2. Under-bed lighting illuminates the area around the bed and reduces trip hazards.

We recommend prioritizing these features when shopping for adjustable bed frames for seniors, especially if you’re someone who gets up frequently at night. Research shows that most elderly falls that require doctor care occur in the bedroom and bathroom.

“For safety, have a light at the bedside which can easily be turned on without getting out of bed, but do not sleep with the light on as it may suppress your melatonin,” Dr. Catherine suggests.

While lights placed in and around your bed are important safety features, bright lights can interfere with your circadian system and your sleep patterns. Under-bed lighting in adjustable beds may be a proper middle-ground solution.

Lastly, you might consider purchasing from a brand that offers white glove delivery. Mattresses and frames are very heavy and their size makes them hard to move and set up on your own. Saatva and Tempur-Pedic offer this as a complimentary service, while other brands charge an additional fee.

Easy-to-Use Adjustments

Here, you’re looking for the following basics to function smoothly and easily:

• Silent motors
• Well-labeled remote controls
• Quick speed of adjustments
• Varying leg heights

Adjustable Leg Heights

Adjusting the leg height is a crucial safety feature for those with joint pain or muscle weakness. Just be aware that you must make this adjustment when setting up the bed. 

• Higher leg heights make getting out of bed easier.
• Lower leg heights reduce the risk of falls from a tall surface.

Our research determined that Helix has the most customizable leg heights. When setting up your base, remember to account for the mattress height and base thickness. Some brands offer a zero-clearance design, which means you can remove the legs to place the mattress as close to the floor as possible.

Preset Positions

Preset positions are the settings that your adjustable bed comes with, requiring just one button push to get to that position. Common preset positions that especially help the senior population include zero gravity, anti-snore, and reading or TV mode. An adjustable bed that offers the option for a custom preset is even more useful as each person prefers and is more comfortable in different positions. 

• Zero gravity: Raises the head and legs above the heart to relieve pressure.
• Anti-snore, including partner: Head raises slightly, with the option to adjust only one side for a partner.
• Reading and TV: The head raises most of the way up, about 60 degrees, with the foot raised slightly.
• Flat: Returns the head and foot to a completely flat position.
• Custom: Preset positions according to individual preferences.

Natural Form offers four custom preset positions, while Nectar offers three. The others on our list just offer one or two. 

Warranties

It's best to look for an adjustable bed with a warranty on mechanical and electrical components, also known as full warranties. Of the beds we reviewed, Saatva carries the longest full warranty at five years, while Amerisleep and Natural Form carry a one-year full warranty. Warranties vary across the category, with some brands offering limited warranties and others offering long warranties. 

The longest warranties we found were from Puffy and Nectar — both offer lifetime or forever warranties, respectively. Some brands offer warranties that cover accidental damage from things like moving or pets, but in our research, we did not come across a warranty like that.  

Adjustable Beds Costs and Warranties

Adjustable beds cost between $300 and $7,000 depending on the brand, size, and features. This guide recommends brands with models that start below $3,000 to accommodate most people’s budgets.

Saatva offers a discount to seniors 65 and older. Other brands offer discounts to students, teachers, military members, and first responders.

Brand	Mattress Cost	Adjustable Base Cost	Bundles Available	Warranty
Natural Form	Starting at $2,945	Starting at $1,794	No	25-year limited, 1-year full
Saatva	Starting at $4,495	Starting at $1,245	No	25-year limited, 5-year full
Amerisleep	Starting at $849	Starting at $1,800	No	20-year limited, 1-year full
Nectar	Starting at $1,099	Starting at $1,499	Starting at $3,366	3-year on base, forever limited on mattresses
Helix	Starting at $1,332	Starting at $1,248	No	15-year limited on mattress, 10-year limited on base
Temper-Pedic	Starting at $1,999	Starting at $999	Starting at $9,998	25-year limited
Puffy	Starting at $2,399	Starting at $1,099	Starting at $3,489	Lifetime limited

Online prices fluctuate. Brands have frequent promotions and holiday sales that discount prices by several hundred dollars. Prices are accurate at the time of publication.

What Customers Say About Their Experience Using Adjustable Beds

Retirement Living analyzed thousands of online reviews for the top adjustable mattresses and bed frames. The most common reasons customers purchased an adjustable bed or frame were to combat back pain and recover from knee or hip surgeries. Other customers said that sleeping in an elevated position helped alleviate acid reflux symptoms.

In some cases, customers reported that the thickness of their mattress affected how much the frame could adjust to various positions. For the best results, we recommend purchasing the brand’s compatible mattress for the adjustable bed frame.

Customers who bought adjustable beds are most satisfied with the following:

• The features customers appreciate most are the lighted remote controls, the zero gravity settings, and the cooling features available on some hybrid models.
• People are most pleased with Saatva’s customer service, frequently referencing its white glove service and their speed in handling customer return or exchange requests.
• Better sleep habits and a more restful night's sleep were mentioned in 82% of positive customer reviews.

The most common complaints about adjustable beds were:

• Occasionally, the mattress moves off the frame unexpectedly during adjustments and ends up unsupported. So far, mattress brands have yet to find a way to combat the movement, and customers are responsible for readjusting the bed. 
• Seniors are more hesitant to buy a bed online than younger shoppers, citing concerns about comfort and cost. Brands offering longer trial periods help ensure older adults have enough time to sample the bed. Adjustable mattress brands recommend allotting 30 to 90 days for the mattress to break in.
• While many customers say the bed is quiet during position adjustments, some warn that the frame itself is squeaky when they move at night.

Adjustable Beds FAQ

Concluding Thoughts on Adjustable Beds

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Bottom Line: Adjustable beds provide older adults with a more comfortable rest. 

Our top picks for adjustable beds are a great starting point for your research. While customer service is considerably even across the board, other features such as affordability, warranties, and ease of operation can be deciding factors. Combine what you learned from our guide with some research and recommendations from friends or trusted local experts in assistive devices.

• Great for Adjustable Sleep Systems - Natural Form
• Great for Convenience Features - Saatva
• Great for Simplicity - Amerisleep
• Great Selection - Leggett & Platt
• Great Warranty - Nectar
• Great for Larger Humans - Helix
• Great for Customer Satisfaction - Tempur-Pedic
• Great for Adjustable Bed Sets - Puffy
• Great Air System - Solaire by Saatva

Related Adjustable Bed Resources

Additional Resources

• MyPillow Review
• How Much Do Adjustable Beds Weigh?
• Rest Right is an online retailer that carries multiple adjustable bed brands, mattresses and pillows.