The 10 Best Bed Frames Under $500

It's no surprise to anyone who's ever embarked on a home redo that costs can add up, and our bedrooms are no exception. We factor in the price of a mattress, knowing most can run upward of $1,000, but it's the bed frames that often induce some serious sticker shock.

But while pricey options might be the first to populate in your Google search, there are a number of affordable models available too — it just takes a little more looking. So stop worrying because as discouraging as that initial search may have been, we've found that you don't have to forfeit modern and trendy styles to stay on budget. These bed frames all come in at under $500 and together have thousands of perfect ratings.

If you're looking to give your room an update without overspending, start here with 10 of the best bed frames under $500.

1. Einfach Platform Bed Frame With Wingback Headboard (Queen), $174.99

Get cozy in this 100% linen wingback bed frame. Shoppers swoon over its top-tier quality and high-end look for the price. With stain-resistant upholstery and durable slats, this classic will last for years to come.

2. Zinus Abel Metal Platform Bed Frame (Queen), $99

Amazon

This Zinus frame has over 37,500 five-star ratings on Amazon (yes, you read that right — more than 37,000 people love it). This under-$100 bed is simple in design and sturdy in build, with a metal frame and slats. The shape might be minimalist, but that means you get to have some fun with everything else, from fluffy duvets to colorful throw pillows.

3. Andover Mills Abdiel Upholstered 3-Piece Bedroom Set (Queen), $219.99

Wayfair

This pick by Andover Mills includes a bed frame and two nightstands. With its neutral-hued, button-tufted headboard and dark wood legs, the bed is an instant classic. For just over $200, you can create a nearly complete, cohesive bedroom.

4. Safavieh Home Paloma Bronze Metal Bed (Queen), $389.99

Amazon

Wanting something glamorous? You can get this Hollywood regency-style bed from Amazon, with a unique frame crafted from sturdy iron and finished in an antique bronze color. The Paloma Bed includes both an intricate headboard and footboard. If you're looking to incorporate the theme elsewhere in your room, consider an antique-inspired lamp for your bedside table.

5. Article Basi Walnut Bed Frame (Queen), $399

Article

This low-profile bed from Article is designed to give the illusion of floating, with the short legs moved closer to the center of its frame. The piece is crafted from high-quality walnut veneer and sturdy wooden slats. And with its sleek, minimal design, we have a feeling you'll like it for years to come.

6. Willa Arlo Interiors Sonoma Velvet Upholstered Bed With Tufted Headboard (Queen), $313.49

Wayfair

If you're looking for a classic tufted headboard, consider this Willa Arlo option on Wayfair. The frame is upholstered in soft velvet and filled with ultra-plush cushioning. Lie down on this bed and you'll feel like you're wrapped in the coziest blanket from every angle.

7. Costway Upholstered Bed Frame With 4 Drawers (Queen), $384

Walmart

If you need some extra drawers, grab this upholstered frame on Walmart. It features serious underbed storage with four pull-out drawers tucked away beneath the frame. We love that with this option, you don't have to give up style (just look at that modern, adjustable headboard!) for cost ‌or‌ storage.

8. Zinus Dachelle Upholstered Platform Bed Frame (Queen), $269

Amazon

Zinus has made the list again with another customer-loved frame. Over 10,900 Amazon shoppers have given this cozy, button-upholstered bed a five-star rating, with many raving about the look and quality. "I am blown away by this bed," wrote one shopper who described the quality as "amazing," adding, "I can't believe how good it looks and how sturdy it feels."

9. Bemaystar Faux Leather Upholstered Platform Bed Frame (Queen), $288.38

Walmart

If you're wanting something a little less traditional, this is an excellent option. The sleek frame has a unique wave-inspired silhouette and is finished in soft faux leather upholstery, making it both interesting to the eye and to the touch.

10. Alazyhome Sturdy Metal Platform Bed Frame (Queen), $294.49

Overstock

Keep it classic with this metal bed frame found on Overstock featuring a rounded headboard and footboard with open rails. The frame is available in both white and black.