{"id":351,"date":"2018-02-14T23:27:09","date_gmt":"2018-02-14T23:27:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wesleepwell.co.uk\/?p=351"},"modified":"2018-03-17T22:52:15","modified_gmt":"2018-03-17T22:52:15","slug":"folding-bed-vs-air-mattress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wesleepwell.co.uk\/folding-bed-vs-air-mattress\/","title":{"rendered":"Folding Bed Vs Air Mattress: Side By Side Comparison"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re a little short on space in your home or looking for a way to host guests comfortably over the night, then a temporary sleeping option is just what the doctor ordered. It\u2019s either that or sharing your own bed with your guests. Alternatively, you could set them up on the couch, but no one likes fighting with cushion all night long.<\/p>\n

So, what do you do when you can\u2019t help being a great host? Get the best portable sleeping options that are also incredibly cheap. I\u2019m talking about air mattresses<\/a> or folding beds<\/a>. But how do you know which is right for you? This segment pits two of the best temporary sleeping options to see which one comes out on top.<\/p>\n

Folding Bed vs Air Mattress<\/h2>\n

Air Mattress<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re looking for maximum space savings in your home, then it makes total sense to invest in an air mattress. I mean, they\u2019re light, portable and can be stored out of sight when not in use. Apart from virtually taking zero floor space when deflated, air mattresses are also smaller and less expensive compared to conventional spring or latex mattresses.<\/p>\n

Inflatable mattresses offer the most flexibility and versatility out of almost all other sleeping options. Unlike folding beds, an air mattress can be taken backpacking, hiking, and camping trips where you need a couple of beds. Whether you need a mattress for trips or a more permanent setting, here are all the pros and cons of air mattresses to consider.<\/p>\n

Pros<\/h4>\n

Ultimate portability <\/em><\/p>\n

When it comes to portability, air beds have the competition beat by a clean mile. See, air beds don\u2019t have bulky frames or rigid materials like folding beds. Once deflated, they can be compressed and fit in a pretty small bag. So if space saving is you main concern, then air mattresses will do great.<\/p>\n

Custom firmness<\/em><\/p>\n

One of the key benefits of air mattresses especially when used as the main bed is that it allows users to set custom firmness in order to make the air bed more comfortable<\/a> for themselves. By adjusting the air pressure, you can set it as soft or as firm as you like. This is a bonus for guests since everyone prefers a different sleeping surface.<\/p>\n

No sagging<\/em><\/p>\n

As is the trend with most other mattresses, the surface tends to give way slowly after years of use. This creates a crater like effect where the person sleeps and is usually a sure sign of a pending replacement. With air mattresses, all you have to do is inflate to eliminate any sagging.<\/p>\n

Low price<\/em><\/p>\n

It\u2019s a well known fact that a decent air mattress only costs a fraction of what memory foam or spring mattresses goes for. So if you\u2019re also working on a budget, this is a great option.<\/p>\n

Cons<\/h4>\n