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Choosing the best bed for your child is about more than just getting a good night’s sleep — it’s about creating a cosy, safe space where they can dream, play, and grow.
Whether you’re transitioning your toddler out of a crib, upgrading to a fun bunk bed, or looking for smart storage solutions for a small room, the options can feel endless, but that’s where we come in.
When you’re looking at beds for younger kids, consider the height of the bed from the floor and how easy it is for little legs to climb in and out. If they’re moving into a proper bed for the first time, you might want to think about investing in a bed guard or finding a bed that comes with an integrated one. And, if you’re considering a cabin bed or bunk bed, always stick to recommended ages, which are there for safety reasons. Always buy the right kids mattress, too – those designed for higher beds and bunks are shallower in depth than a standard mattress to ensure the side bars provide enough safety coverage.
While we’re on the subject, check if the bed takes a standard mattress or what’s known as a continental size or Euro single, which – at 90cm x 200cm – is slightly longer than a UK single. Lastly, pay close attention to ladder rungs – we tested some bunks where these were too shallow or too sharp to allow for easy climbing, which is particularly important for younger kids. It’s also important for grown-ups, as you’ll be the one changing the sheets.
How we tested
Our parent testers assembled frames, unrolled mattresses, and climbed ladders to whittle down this list of the very best beds – and our little testers happily tried each one out. We looked at ease of assembly, quality, comfort, and value for money – especially in terms of how long each bed would last. We also looked for extra features like built-in storage, space-saving dimensions, and flexibility.
Why you can trust IndyBest reviews
Katie Gregory has been writing IndyBest reviews for many years, with a particular focus on kids and family-friendly round-ups. Testing everything from board games to kids’ luggage, Katie knows how to spot a quality product that is actually worth your money. Sarah Jones is the assistant IndyBest editor and has years of experience when it comes to writing and editing shopping content. Since having her own child, she has become an expert in all things kids and parenting. With her favourite tiny tester in tow, Sarah looks for high-quality products, child-safe materials, style and a wide range of price points. Other reviews of hers include best gifts for two-year-olds, best kids and baby clothing brands, children’s books and many more.
The best kids’ beds for 2025 are:
- Best overall – Little Folks Furniture classic beech bunk bed with storage and sleepover trundle: £720, Littlefolksfurniture.co.uk
- Best budget buy – Ikea kura reversible bed: £159, Ikea.com
- Best metal frame – Feather & Black Oliver bed: £279, Featherandblack.com
- Best for impromptu sleepovers – Loaf sleepover cushion: £195, Loaf.com
- Best for compact rooms – Nox fort mid sleeper bed: £549, Roomtogrow.co.uk
