Folding Beds

A folding bed turns from a compact, easy-to-store shape into a full-sized bed. Folding beds are an excellent option for people who don't have a lot of space or need a comfortable sleeping option that they can easily store when not in use.

Folding beds are lighter and more portable than traditional beds, making them ideal for visitors, guest bedrooms, and sleepovers.

They also provide a space-saving alternative to regular beds by folding vertically when not in use, letting you push them up against a wall.

However, with so many folding beds out there, choosing one can be challenging. This article offers clarity by listing the best folding beds for guests in 2024.

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JayBe Value Memory

Price: £169 (single).

The JayBe Value Memory is the perfect folding bed for sleepovers. It has a lightweight aluminium construction, with a breathable E-Fibre mattress with 1cm of memory material for a soft, pressure-relieving sleep surface.

Despite being 5cm thick, the mattress is perfectly comfortable and free from chemicals and VOCs, making it a fantastic option for kids.

Thanks to the mattress's slimness, the JayBe Value Memory takes up minimal space folded, so it is perfect for hiding behind furniture.  

JayBe Revolution Pocket

Price: £249 (single).

The JayBe Revolution Pocket is unique, offering a 10cm thick pocket spring mattress for exceptional support. The medium feel makes it ideal for side sleepers, and the 160kg user weight ensures anyone can use it safely.

The Revolution Pocket is more comfortable than the Value Memory and has a stylish wooden headboard and a sturdier frame.

Not keen on pocket springs? The JayBe Revolution Memory is the same bed frame but with a fibre and memory material mattress.

JayBe Supreme E-Fibre Folding Bed

Price: £229 (single), £309 (small double).

The JayBe Supreme is available as a single or small double folding bed with a full-width headboard and a Rebound e-Fibre mattress 10cm thick.

It sleeps beautifully, with a medium-feel mattress ideal for side sleepers offering high levels of comfort and support. The 100% foam-free mattress is free from chemicals and made with hypoallergenic materials.

With a 160kg user weight (25 stone), two people can comfortably sleep on the Supreme, and it's easy to set up thanks to automatic folding legs.

JayBe J-Bed E-Fibre

Price: £389 (single), £499 (small double).

The JayBe J-Bed E-Fibre is an upgrade over the Supreme, with a wooden headboard and footboard, 360° castor wheels for mobility when built, and a sprung slatted base mimicking the feel and performance of a regular bed.

If comfort is a significant priority, the J-Bed is perfect with a medium-firm mattress suited to back sleepers and occasional side sleepers.

It has a 135kg total user weight (21 stone), and the single mattress is more significant than a standard single for extra space. It's also available as a small double.

JayBe Crown Windermere

Price: £469 (single).

The JayBe Crown Windermere is as comfortable as a regular single bed thanks to its 18cm thick mattress with rebound fibre fillings. It sits on a robust aluminium frame rated for up to 190kg, making it suitable for the heaviest people.

The open coil mattress is bouncy and supportive with a medium feel, aiding mobility thanks to excellent responsiveness and bounce.

The mattress is also encapsulated in a breathable, antimicrobial, and water-resistant fabric, making it perfect for children and older people.

Should you buy a folding bed?

Folding beds can provide a lot of versatility and convenience in certain sleeping situations, such as when there is a need for occasional overnight guests or if you have a limited amount of space to work with for sleepovers.

If you have space to store a folding bed vertically or under another larger bed, it makes sense to have one for unexpected guests.

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