I looked at so many adjustable bases over a months time, and I finally decided it was time to pick one and order. I took a chance on this one, even though the 1 or 2 others in this price range had USB ports and massage feature. First off, it's very easy to wire your own USB slot, which will be better quality anyway (with fast charging, etc). This base seems to be of higher quality than others in the price range. It came sealed, and the only thing I had to do was screw in the highly-height customizable steel legs into the frame. Plug into wall, insert batteries into remote and that's it!! The motors are so quiet, I don't even hear them when raising and lowering the bed. This is a heavy duty frame, not cheap steel being used. The frame goes up and down at a nice speed. Not too slow and not too fast. The wireless remote seems well made too. Solid 5 stars for the quality of this frame.
I learned my lesson five years ago when I spent $1700 on a Stearns and Foster mattress, thinking that it was high quality, and that mattress was one of those things in life where higher always meant better (mostly). I didn't buy an "off brand" adjustable base, thinking they were cheaply made. Well, 3 weeks ago, I replaced that $1700 mattress for a $300.00 Amazon mattress and this Queen size base for $459.99. Together, under $800 total, I have the most comfortable bed I've ever had. Even if it only lasts 5 years, that's all I got out of the "name brand." Both mattress and this base arrived at my front door. I think the mattress business is going to see a dramatic shift in the coming years, because these generic brands are as good, and often better. Give it a shot, you'll be happy you did.
I just got and assembled this so can't comment on durability but everything seems very solid.
Several notes:
1. Each of the two base units weighs 93 lbs., not the total as I interpreted it. I thought my wife and I could get 46 lbs. up our stairs. No. Two younger friends did it for us.
2. They are easier to move when out of the box - you get a grip on parts of the frame.
3. No tools are needed, but there is some assembly. The instructions are well written and illustrated.
4. You have to adjust the height of the bed by removing 3" portions of the legs. They come assembled as 4 pieces - the bottom 3" piece has the floor glide and is required. They are quite sturdy regardless of the height and removing pieces and screwing the legs into the frame takes no strength - just snug them up.
5. There are two brackets to join the two halves. Separate each set and screw the inner leg through half the bracket. Then use the bolts with nice "handles" to rejoin and secure the brackets.
6. You need to attach a power cord to the power supply and plug the master control into the power supply. It is easy to do and there is no way you could confuse the cords.
7. If you want the two sides to operate independently, you're done. If you want the two sides to work together (for a normal king mattress) there is a cord supplied (actually two - one with each side) that you connect the two master controls.
We're using a Sleep Number split king. The two sides of the head of the mattress operate alone, but the foot of the mattress is normal, so both sides have to be adjusted together. When I saw you could synch them, I thought great, I'll synch the foot ends. No, it's all or nothing.
I am very pleased. The mattress is so much more comfortable now that I can adjust it. I sleep on my back with my head slightly raised and my knees bent because of neck, back and knee pain. It is the best sleep I've ever gotten.
And the price is much lower than buying one from Sleep Number.
Oh, one last thing - the head of the unit is easy to fold up - don't try to carry it holding that end, lift the frame. It does make it easy to attach the cords, especially the synch cord when you can just lift up an end.
I did a lot of browsing, reading and deep thought over this purchase. I knew that I wanted an adjustable base,but do not like to try out in store. Bothersome sales people. I read the 1 review on this and took a chance. Very happy that I did. Shipping was amazing as always Amazon is the best in the business for online shopping. Anyhow back to the bed base: I ordered a queen and an all in one platform, with rails and foot board. The base fits perfectly within and is so quiet you barely notice any sound. It is very sturdy, was easy to assemble. unfold, apply legs and plug in. I have been sleeping on it for about a week and can honestly say everything feels better. I used the same mattress that I had bought 3 years ago (again from Amazon) and it even feels better. I am in my sixties and feel great.
This base is awesome and a great value for the price. The motor is quiet and the adjustments are super smooth. We bought two for our king-sized bed frame. Perfect for reading in bed and adjusting for my husbands snoring and sleep apnea. Wish I'd had them years ago!
I am absolutely amazed to find such a wonderful adjustable frame at 1/3 the price of its competitors! Sure there is no night light under the bed, or built in usb ports, or a massage option like the more expensive brands but I didn't need all of that. I just wanted an adjustable frame that operated quietly, and this frame does just that. It is so quiet, so if you have the split king and don't want to wake your partner you won't.
I should also add that it was easy to assemble between myself and my husband once we got it out of the box (speaking of which this thing was heavy!! About 100 lbs heavy for each twin xl so you definitely need 2 strong men to get the box [or boxes if split] up the stairs). Once out of the box though it's easy. No tools required, and instructions are simple to follow.
Overall, I'm very happy with my purchase! If you're in need of an adjustable bed without all the bells and whistles attached then this frame is for you!
Great adjustable bed frame. Very solid build. Very heavy, wont wiggle around while in bed. I paired with a memory foam mattress and I have an extremely nice bed that would have cost $1500 locally. Great buy!
Love this bed. Having RA, this bed adjusts raises head and feet to reduce pressure points, and my spouse can raise just his feet. Would recommend!!!!!!!