By Deirdre Mundorf | Updated Jan 1, 2021 11:49 AM

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If you’re short of a guest room, a rollaway bed is an easy way to provide space for your guests to sleep. With a rollaway bed, you can easily convert your office or living room into a guest room. Compared to a futon, these beds are ideal for small spaces, featuring a wood or metal frame that can be folded up and stowed away.

Before you purchase a rollaway bed, there are a few things to consider. The bed’s dimensions (flat and folded), in addition to the material and thickness of the mattress, are important factors when it comes to space and comfort. Think about where you’ll place the bed when it’s in use, and where you intend to store it.

Keep those elements in mind to find the best rollaway bed for your needs, while allowing overnight guests to sleep comfortably.

Based on the shopping considerations above, this guide features recommendations that are among the best rollaway bed options.

The Milliard Diplomat is a comfortable and supportive rollaway/folding bed that can be set up in 5 minutes or less. This twin-size bed is equipped with a 5-inch mattress to keep guests comfortable. The 1-inch memory foam top layer molds to fit the sleeper’s body shape, supported by a 3.5-inch foam base. The mattress is 73 by 38 inches to ensure that a single guest has plenty of space.

A reinforced steel frame allows the bed to safely support sleepers up to 300 pounds. When not in use, the mattress and frame fold up for easy storage, taking up 38 by 14 by 44 inches of space. The wheels on the frame make it easy to maneuver.

The Quictent Heavy Duty Folding Bed is a budget-friendly, sturdy, and supportive option to consider. A micro-quilted knit material covers the comfortable 3-inch foam mattress. The quilted knit cover creates friction to prevent the mattress from sliding around on the frame. The quilted fabric also feels soft and cozy under a bed sheet.

A reinforced tubular steel frame containing center support belts and springs enable it to support up to 300 pounds. The single mattress measures 75 by 31 inches, providing reasonable space for one person. The Quictent rollaway bed folds to take up 37.8 by 31.9 by 7.1 inches of space. The bed and frame weigh 30 pounds in total, and the set includes a carrying case for convenient portability.

The Inofia rollaway bed is a comfortable and supportive single mattress option. The 75- by 31-inch mattress contains a 3.5-inch thick supportive foam base topped with a 1.5-inch memory foam layer. When folded, the bed is just 44 by 13.5 by 38 inches, making it an ideal choice for small spaces.

The mattress includes a zippered cover that can be removed and washed between guests. The bed’s frame is durable, rust-resistant, and long-lasting, capable of supporting up to 320 pounds. The bed’s frame has four locking wheels that allow you to easily roll it in and out of storage as needed.

This model provides a comfortable place for an overnight guest to sleep, while being compact and lightweight enough to bring on a camping or cottage trip. Unlike most rollaway beds, this model is adjustable; you can choose from six different positions for the upper part of the bed. While away, avoid sleeping on the floor of a camping tent, or use the rollaway bed as a lounge chair.

The 3.5-inch thick sponge mattress on this Giantex bed includes a removable, washable sleeve for easy cleaning. The long, slim single mattress measures 75.5 by 30 inches and sits atop a durable, rust-resistant steel frame. The frame has wheels, four of which are lockable, and a dust cover to help you transport and store the bed.

The Giantex rollaway bed can be used for sleeping, relaxing, reading a book, lounging on the dock, or by the campfire. It includes a side pocket for storing sunscreen, a book, electronics, and other items.

This thick and supportive mattress makes the Smile Back Rollaway Bed an extremely comfortable choice for guests. The CertiPUR-US mattress conforms to the sleeper’s body shape with a 1.5-inch memory foam to layer, a 3.5-inch base offers back support. It contains a machine-washable zip cover, and the bed is designed with a sturdy steel frame that can support up to 220 pounds.

When opened, the mattress is 75 by 38 inches. When your guests leave, simply fold up the bed for compact storage. When folded, it takes up just 44 by 14 by 38 inches of space. Four wheels on the base make this bed easy to move and stow away.

If your home is tight on space and you’re on a budget, take a close look at the LEISUIT Rollaway Guest Bed. When folded up, this bed is only 38 by 31 by 7 inches, so it will fit nicely in a larger closet or in the corner of a room.

This single bed contains a 3-inch thick memory foam and sponge mattress, which measures 75 by 31 inches. Its robust steel frame can support up to 300 pounds. A heavy-duty 600D oxford cloth connects to the frame with springs for added support.

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