9 Best Kids Twin Beds 2023

When shopping for a great kids twin bed for your child’s room, it’s important to be mindful of the age they are now, but also the age they will soon be, notes interior designer, Ashley Macuga, of Collected Interiors. “It's incredible how fast your darling toddler transitions into a tantalizing tween, and the goal is to purchase something that will transition them as they age, when Disney character bed sheets are replaced with a sweet floral or a handsome plaid,” she says.

Look for something timeless, well-made and durable, especially if you plan on this being their one-and-done bed. Interior designer, Bethany Adams, of Bethany Adams Interiors personally loves an upholstered headboard for kids who like to get a little rowdy. You know, so no heads are bumped too hard during all those wild pillow fights.

“Even if there's only space for one twin in a tiny room, many models now come with a matching trundle bed option for sleepovers,” which Adams highly recommends investing in. “Similarly, many cheap twin beds even have an available toddler rail to keep the littlest sleepers safely tucked in.”

No bed rails? No problem. Bed bumpers placed on top of your toddler's mattress will do the job just fine until they’re old enough to sleep without.

Best kids twin bed picks 2023

• Best overall: DaVinci Jenny Lind Twin Bed
• Best budget: Flolinda Upholstered Twin Bed
• Best twin floor bed: Bellemave House Bed Twin Size Floor Bed with Fence Railings
• Best wood twin kids bed frame: Oeuf Perch Twin Bed
• Best platform: Pottery Barn Emery Platform Bed
• Best twin bunk bed: Storkcraft Caribou Solid Hardwood Twin Bunk Bed
• Best twin bed with storage: South Shore Flexible Platform Bed With Baskets
• Best with trundle: Max & Lily Twin Bed With Trundle
• Best luxury: Pottery Barn Kids Avalon Bed

Best overall

DaVinci Jenny Lind Twin Bed

There's a reason you'll find this classic, vintage-inspired and affordable Jenny Lind twin bed everywhere, including high-end boutique children's furniture websites curated alongside much more expensive styles: it's timeless and interior designers love it for its longevity. It's also low to the ground, making it easy for younger ones to get in and out on their own.

Worried about chemicals? You can rest easy knowing this durable twin bed, made of sustainable New Zealand pinewood and TSCA-compliant engineered wood that's built to last, is finished in a non-toxic multi-step painting process and is free of lead and phthalate too.

Pros

• Timeless, vintage-inspired style that's great for all ages
• Superb value for an affordable price
• Low to the ground for little ones' safety and easy in and out
• Free of toxic chemicals
• Made of sturdy, sustainable pinewood and TSCA-compliant engineered wood
• Recommended by interior designers

Cons

• Older teens may prefer a bed that's a bit higher off the ground

Flolinda Upholstered Twin Bed

For the price, you can't beat the quality of this popular upholstered kids twin bed frame, which sits a good 10 inches off the ground to maximize precious beneath-the-bed storage space for boxes of toys, clothes, extra linens and more. The headboard is made of the softest, breathable and skin-friendly velvet.

This provides a cozy spot for tweens to sit back, relax and read a book—and extra cushioning if your toddler tends to treat their bed more like a kids trampoline.

Speaking of jumping, this kids' bed also has 12 pieces of strong thick wood slats with iron side rails to provide extra stability, support and sturdiness to stand up to just about whatever. The Flolinda comes in three different colors (white, green and black) so you and your kiddo have options.

We love this model as super cute addition to any preschooler's room and a cool, brag-worthy bed with a tufted headboard for older teens, too.

Pros

• Incredible quality at a budget-friendly price
• Upholstered velvet headboard is luxuriously soft and chic
• Strong wood slats for extra stability, sturdiness and support
• Raised style provides lots of storage space underneath
• Available in three colors to suit different design styles
• Easy to assemble with clear instructions
• 4.8-average star rating on Amazon

Cons

• May be too high off the ground for toddlers without bed bumpers

Bellemave House Bed Twin Size Floor Bed with Fence Railings

Buy them their own house (bed). This modern Montessori-style floor bed is a fun addition to any kids room, giving children the independence they crave while keeping young sleepers safe at the same time. It has railings all around to prevent middle-of-the-night falls and is crafted of solid pine wood and high-quality MDF to hold up to rowdy play without the dangerous wobbling. It also has a strong load-bearing capacity for extra security and peace of mind.

A simple design ensures longevity, allowing it to fit in with a Disney-themed room when they're young or a cool minimalist vibe as they get older. Snag it in espresso, gray, natural or white to fit your color scheme. We love this model as one of the safest toddler beds and a brilliant, cost-effective alternative to metal beds.

Pros

• Affordable price point
• This kids twin bed can support up to 250 pounds
• Easy to assemble
• Built-in safety railings to prevent rolling out
• Neutral color options and simple, versatile design
• Made of solid pine wood
• Comes with a sturdy and durable slat kit

Cons

• Changing sheets without bumping your head can be tricky if you're taller so take extra precautions

Oeuf Perch Twin Bed

Clean lines, commitment to sustainability and high-quality design of all Oeuf furniture, the Perch Twin bed included, makes this a winning kids' twin bed pick. It's made of engineered wood (FSC Baltic birch plywood and eco-MDF), which is more environmentally friendly and can tolerate humid conditions better than solid wood.

And yes—this bed is strong, sturdy and durable. It's also more affordable if you're not trying to spend a pretty penny. Other things to love about the Perch are its non-toxic, water-based finishes free of VOC health hazards for safer sleep.

It's super versatile too, with the ability to add a trundle for sleepovers as they grow older or combine it with the Perch Twin Loft Bed to create a sleek, space-saving bunk bed for room sharing with a sibling.

Pros

• Modern, clean lines that look gorgeous in any room
• Sustainably made with high-quality FSC Baltic birch plywood and eco-MDF
• GREENGUARD-Gold certified
• Non-toxic, water-based finishes free of VOC health hazards
• Can add a trundle to create an extra sleep space for friends/siblings or convert to a bunk bed by purchasing the Perch Loft Twin
• Low height for easy access
• Easy to put together

Cons

• On pricier the side but worth it for the superior quality

Pottery Barn Emery Platform Bed

When it comes to a classic kids twin bed, you really can't go wrong with anything Pottery Barn. The bestselling Emery Platform Bed is a timeless choice for children of all ages. Parents love it too. It's crafted of sustainably-harvested, FSC-certified Radiata Pine and MDF, finished in a child-safe, water-based paint, and Greenguard-Gold certified so you know your kid isn't breathing in any toxic chemicals as they sleep.

For extra strength, the mattress platform is made of 100% solid wood slats so you can let them jump without worrying your kid's twin bed frame will snap in half. Add a box spring for tweens and teens who want a little extra height or don't for younger children who prefer to be lower to the ground. The frame can support up to 300 pounds, making it suitable for parents to snuggle up with littles to read a book or help them doze off.

Pros

• Classic design that appeals to all ages and styles
• Finished in a child-safe, water-based Simply White that goes with everything
• Greenguard-Gold certified
• Crafted of sustainably-harvested, FSC-certified Radiata Pine and MDF
• 100% solid wood slats offer extra strength
• Can be used with or without a box spring (we prefer it without)
• Supports up to 300 pounds

Cons

• More expensive than most of the options on our list, but a great investment that'll last them through their teenage years

Storkcraft Caribou Solid Hardwood Twin Bunk Bed

Thousands of parents agree this solid hardwood bunk bed is a must-buy! It features full-length safety rails to safely contain active sleepers on the top bunk, and a strong and sturdy, five-step ladder that makes getting up there a breeze. When your kids grow out of the bunk bed stage—0r you just get tired of changing those tricky top sheets—the Caribou converts to two separate, twin-sized beds for the ultimate flexibility in room design as they age.

Thanks to its simple, traditional design and neutral color options (espresso, gray and navy), the Caribou will work with practically any theme or color scheme kiddos can dream up. Many reviewers rave about the ample storage space underneath the bottom bunk too, which is big enough to add some pullout drawers.

Pros

• Stable, sturdy and durable
• Timeless design to grow with them
• Converts from a bunk bed into two separate twin beds for maximum versatility
• Full-length safety rail on top bunk, which can support up to 225 pounds
• Three neutral colors to choose from
• Excellent price for what is essentially two kids twin beds
• Ample storage space under bottom bunk

Cons

• Mattress can't be more than seven inches thick for safety purposes

South Shore Flexible Platform Bed With Baskets

A dream for small rooms and cluttered spaces, this smart, space-saving kids twin bed frame comes with clever under-bed shelving units and two fabric storage bins to help kids get (and stay!) organized. It's perfect for managing toys, books and stuffies when they're young and undergarments, bedding, athleisure and whatever else once they hit the tween/teen stage. All the storage is easily accessible for kids of all ages too.

A mattress can be placed directly on top so you don't have to splurge for box springs. A bookcase headboard can be purchased separately as well to provide even more storage space for those who need it.

Pros

• Ample storage space that's easy for kids to access
• Ideal for small spaces
• Clean, simple design fits in well with any room
• Five-year warranty
• No box springs needed

Cons

• Doesn't come with a headboard so you'll have to purchase one separately if that's a dealbreaker
• Configurations are more limited, as you won't be able to access all the storage if one side of the bed is against a wall

Max & Lily Twin Bed With Trundle

Kids love the novelty of a trundle bed and parents appreciate their minimal footprint, freeing up more floor space for children to play while still offering an extra sleep space for a sibling, friend or house guest. The sturdy and stable Max & Lily kids twin bed comes highly recommended, crafted of solid New Zealand pine wood and non-toxic low VOC finishes. It supports an impressive 400 pounds, thanks to strong plywood slats and a metal support bar with bolt connections.

The trundle has an easy-to-grip opening for kids to manage on their own and caster wheels for an effortlessly smooth rollout every time. A slatted headboard and flush, color-matched hardware create a clean, modern look for the twin bed itself.

Pros

• Great value for the price
• Frees up floor space for kids to play or chill
• Made of solid New Zealand pine wood that's strong and sturdy
• Twin bed can hold up to 400 pounds, higher than any bed on our list
• Trundle is easy to pull out and perfect for sleepovers, siblings room sharing or the occasional overnight guest
• Clean design to grow with them
• Available in seven different neutral colors

Cons

• Trundle doesn't pull flush under the bed which may bug some people

Pottery Barn Kids Avalon Bed

An elegant option to dress up any kids' bedroom. They'll feel like royalty sleeping in this sophisticated twin bed with a fancy, tufted upholstered headboard and beautiful bronze metal legs. Designed to grow with them, the Avalon is expertly crafted with engineered wood, a solid pine wood frame and 100% solid beech wood slats so you can rest assured it's strong.

Made for use without a box spring (hello, money saver!), this twin bed can hold up to 300 pounds, which is plenty sturdy to support a growing teen—or a small child and parent for the obligatory nightly bedtime and books routine. We especially love that it's available in seventeen different colors so if your kid is extra picky you can still find an option they'll love.

Pros

• Gorgeous, high-end option for boys and girls
• Masterfully made of engineered wood with a solid wood frame and slats for added strength
• Tons of colors to choose from
• No box spring needed
• Supports up to 300 pounds
• Classic design works for any age, adults included

Cons

• Pale blush is the only in-stock, ready-to ship option but the ability to choose from 16 other custom colors makes it worth the wait
• Pricey but you'll never need to replace it

Sources:

• Interior Designer, Ashley Macuga, of Collected Interiors
• Interior Designer, Bethany Adams, of Bethany Adams Interiors