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If you’ve ever shared a bed with someone, then you know it can be...a challenge, to say the least. And if you’re sharing a bed with someone every damn night, then there’s a good chance you’re not sleeping as well as you should. From tossing and turning to shifting and snoring, your sleep-mate can do a lot to keep ya up at night (and vice versa, tbh). Sure, one of you can just retreat to your couch every night, but we’re here to propose a different solution: a split king adjustable bed. Iron Canopy Bed Frame
If you’re not familiar with adjustable bed bases, here’s how they work: They can elevate the head and foot of your mattress between 40 and 70 degrees, which creates a more comfortable shape for you to read, watch TV, and—yes—sleep. Plus, they usually offer lots of other fun features, like preset functions and massage settings. And since split king adjustable bed bases are really just two separate twin XL beds attached in the middle, they give you the freedom to adjust the left and right sides individually. Technology! Here are some of the best split king adjustable beds for a better night's sleep.
Ahead, check out the best split king adjustable beds your money can buy, as well as everything you need to know before making the (not insignificant) investment.
It’s hard to find a quality split king adjustable bed base for under $1,000, but Blissful Nights managed to make one. And while it won’t include many of the fun perks other models offer—like massage features or USB charging ports—it’s an affordable option for anyone who doesn’t need all the bells and whistles. Reviewers love this model for the easy assembly, adjustable leg height, and incredibly quiet motor.
THE REVIEWS: “Overall, we are very happy with the quality and comfort that this split king adjustable offers,” one person writes. “The price was a super bargain, with nothing in the local brick and mortar stores [that] could even come close. Exceptional quality with nothing flimsy or cheap. Super impressed so far!”
Complete with an upholstered platform that mimics a traditional bed frame, this affordable model from Nectar has all the features you’d expect—like zero-gravity and anti-snoring presets and independent head and foot adjustability—as well as tons of additional perks, such as dual head and foot massage, USB charging ports, underbed LED lighting, and adjustable legs. It’s the whole damn package, bb (and pretty budget-friendly too).
THE REVIEWS: “We opted for the Split King, which proved to be a great move,” reads one review. “I compared prices, read reviews, researched adjustable beds across the market, and chose Nectar. They did not disappoint. I love the multiple functions of not only the sleeping positions but also the massage settings. You absolutely cannot beat the value when choosing Nectar.”
When Amerisleep made this high-tech bed base, they TRULY thought of everything. Like all the best adjustable bases, it has head and foot articulation and presets for anti-snoring and zero-gravity, as well as a WHOLE bunch of other cool features for you to use. We’re talking a rolling-wave full-body massage function, adjustable legs, a wall-glide feature, underbed lighting, Amazon Alexa and Google Home compatibility, and built-in USB ports, just to name a few.
THE REVIEWS: “We purchased a split king mattress and adjustable bed from Amerisleep and are extremely happy with both,” one customer writes. “The adjustable bed is wonderful. They set it up in our home and went over the controls in detail. It is very easy to operate and the variety of positions are wonderful. My husband loves the massage feature and I am thrilled with the convenient USB ports. I highly recommend Amerisleep.”
Want TONS of features and high-quality performance at a v reasonable price? Nolah’s Smart Adjustable Base is the way to go. This bb includes all the perks you could dream of having (and probs some you didn't even know existed), including full-body massage capability, wall-glide technology, underbed lighting, USB charging ports, adjustable legs, and even voice controls—and all for less than $2,000.
THE REVIEWS: According to one reviewer, “My husband & I have had our beds for almost 30 days. We’re still happy customers and are excited to share our experience with friends & family! Everyone deserves a great night of sleep....Actually, everyone deserves every night of great sleep! The bases are definitely worth every penny.”
If you want to keep things simple, an adjustable base from Purple will give ya the basic essentials. This low-profile base is so sleek with its gray upholstery and 9-inch wooden legs, so even though it’s compatible with most bed frames, it’s pretty enough to use on its own. Plus, it has preset buttons for zero-gravity and anti-snoring modes as well as built-in USB charging ports.
THE REVIEWS: “I’m so pleased with the Purple mattress & adjustable frame,” says one buyer. “It is the ONLY bed I have ever had where I cannot tell when my husband moves around or gets up & down. It’s as if the Purple company knew exactly what my husband and I needed in a bed and made it just for us.”
The problem with a lot of adjustable bases: They can be noisy when shifting positions. But that’s not an issue with this option from Layla. Featuring a whisper-quiet motor, this base has tons of fun perks, including anti-snore and zero-gravity presets, dual head and foot massage with three intensities, underbed lighting, adjustable legs, wall-glide technology, and voice control. Plus, Layla prides itself on creating the easiest adjustable bases in the industry to assemble.
THE REVIEWS: As one person notes, “The split king adjustable base is really nice. Everything works perfectly and is so much quieter than our old Craftmatic beds we got rid of. We really like the USB ports and we were so surprised to see that each side of the bases have two. The massage is oh so nice, especially that you can put them on a timer and they turn off automatically after I’m fast asleep.”
Okay, this adjustable base from Tempur-Pedic is *seriously* smart. Powered by Sleeptracker-AI technology, this option automatically detects snoring and adjusts your head (or your partner's) to help reduce it, and it also provides personalized sleep coaching and smart home compatibility. Along with its smart features, it has plenty of other perks for you to enjoy, such as head and foot lifts, zero-gravity and anti-snore presets, USB ports, underbed lighting, adjustable legs, dual head and foot massage, and free setup.
THE REVIEWS: “We love our base,” one review reads. “The zero g takes all the pressure off our joints and really helps us sleep soundly. It’s amazing to know the status of our air purity, humidity, and temperature in the room. When one of us start snoring, it gently raises up to keep us sleeping soundly. We are so happy we bought the bed!”
An adjustable bed base can tilt, raise, and lower your mattress to facilitate angled or elevated sleeping positions, which can be beneficial for anyone, no matter your preferred sleep position or sleep style. And for couples, a split king adjustable bed is especially useful since you can independently control the left and right sides of the bed. Along with independent head and foot adjustability, other perks include:
Again, while anyone could benefit from an adjustable frame, they’re especially beneficial for those with health concerns and injuries, back sleepers, snorers, and folks with acid reflux. “One of the main benefits is that they allow you to adjust the angle of your head and upper body, which can help to alleviate these problems,” explains Bloom Ergonomics founder Audrey Mitchell, COTA/L, CEAS, PAS. “For example, raising the head of the bed can help to reduce snoring by helping to keep the airways open, while elevating the upper body can help to reduce acid reflux by keeping stomach acid from flowing back into the esophagus.”
And because split king adjustable bases are made up of two separate twin XL beds, they’re a great choice for anyone who shares a bed. As Bloom says, “This can be particularly useful for couples with different preferences for the firmness of their mattress or the angle at which they sleep. One partner might be a side sleeper which requires a flatbed, while the other partner is a back-sleeper and snores that would benefit from an elevated upper body.”
And if you frequently like to read or watch TV in bed, you could also benefit from an adjustable bed base, as they allow you to easily adjust the angle of your head and upper body to a comfortable position. “Nowadays, adjustable bed bases have remote controls or apps to adjust the bed, and some even have underbed lights, massage features, or ports to charge your phone,” Bloom adds.
The most important thing to consider when choosing an adjustable mattress is its flexibility and durability—but no, you don’t need a mattress that’s specially made for adjustable bed bases. For your adjustable base, you can use pretty much any mattress that will bend and flex to follow the contour of the base (while still maintaining its support and structural integrity), which is why foam, latex, and most hybrid mattresses are usually the best choice. If you have an innerspring mattress, then it may be too inflexible to deliver a full range of motion.
And, ofc, because split king beds are really just two twin XL beds side-by-side, you’ll want to get two twin XL mattresses (and two sets of twin XL sheets) rather than one king-size mattress. You can even select two different types of mattresses if you prefer a different firmness level than your partner—but you’ll probs wanna make sure your mattresses have the same thickness for the sake of cohesiveness.
Even the cheapest adjustable bases out there are still pretty expensive, so before you make the investment, here are a few things you'll wanna consider:
Since pretty much all adjustable bed bases are made with heavy-duty steel, the price of your base all boils down to its special features. Read up on all the benefits offered by each model and decide what you’ll *actually* use...and what really isn’t worth the cost to you. For instance, if LED underbed lighting and smart assistant voice control aren’t all that important to you, then there’s no need to shell out thousands of dollars on a model with all the bells and whistles, right?
While some adjustable bases are pretty enough to be used on their own, some are better off paired with bed frames to make ’em a lil cuter. The good news: Almost all adjustable frames are designed to fit inside standalone bed frames or ones with removable platforms—but just be sure your base is compatible with any frame you may buy. Other bases have the option of adding on headboards or footboards with brackets, which is cheaper than buying a whole new frame.
Unlike many mattresses in a box, it’s rare to find an adjustable bed frame that includes a free sleep trial. That’s why it’s so important to read those reviews to better understand which adjustable base is best for you. Do you value a really powerful massage? Is it essential that you have a motor with whisper-quiet operation? Those v honest reviews will tell ya what you need to know.
Corinne Sullivan is a digital writer and editor who covers a variety of beats, including lifestyle, entertainment, relationships, holidays and more. She is also the author of the 2018 novel Indecent.
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