Best Storage Beds In Australia

Australian bedrooms are getting smaller, and wardrobes rarely keep up. A storage bed fixes that by turning the biggest dead space in the room — the void under your mattress — into a place for spare doonas, seasonal clothes, luggage and everything else that has nowhere to live.

There are two main types. Gas-lift (ottoman) beds hinge the whole mattress platform up on gas struts to reveal one huge compartment underneath, while drawer beds give you two to four roll-out drawers you can reach without lifting anything. Both save space; they just suit different rooms and budgets.

We compared the storage beds Australians can actually buy right now — checking build quality, how much you can really fit, warranty and price — and kept the six worth your money for 2026. Prices were checked on the day this guide was updated.

Top 3 at a glance

What’s the best storage bed in Australia?

For most people the best storage bed is the Ecosa Rega Upholstered Storage Bed Frame. It pairs a plush, fully upholstered frame with four roomy under-bed drawers that glide on castors, it comes from an established Australian sleep brand with local support, and at a sale price of around $1,274 for a queen it undercuts most boutique upholstered storage beds while feeling every bit as premium.

Different rooms, different picks. If you want the maximum single cavity for bulky items, a gas-lift ottoman like the Artiss Toki opens the entire under-bed footprint, and the Levede Gas Lift does the same for less. Prefer a timber-look drawer bed? The Ecosa Sierra is the value pick from the same brand. On the tightest budget, the Artiss Avio upholstered drawer base and the flat-pack IKEA SONGESAND both add real storage for a few hundred dollars.

1. Ecosa Rega Upholstered Storage Bed Frame (best storage bed overall)

Storage: 4 under-bed drawers on castors
Type: Fully upholstered frame with headboard
Sizes: King Single, Double, Queen, King
Price: Queen $1,274 on sale (RRP $1,820)
Rating: ★★★★★ (4.7/5)
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The Ecosa Rega is what happens when a mattress brand that obsesses over comfort turns its attention to storage. The frame is wrapped in a soft, densely padded upholstery that looks like it belongs in a far pricier showroom, and the tall padded headboard is genuinely comfortable to lean against for reading or working in bed.

Underneath, four deep drawers roll out on smooth castors — two per side — so you get organised, easy-reach storage without ever lifting the mattress. That suits people who dip into their storage often (spare linen, kids’ things, everyday overflow) rather than just stashing suitcases twice a year. Sturdy central support and a slatted base keep the mattress ventilated and well held.

Being an Australian brand, Ecosa ships nationally with local support, and the Rega regularly appears on sale for around 30% off — which is what lifts it above the boutique upholstered beds it competes with. It is our pick for most bedrooms.

Pick if...

You want premium upholstered looks and easy everyday drawer access, from an Australian brand with real support, without paying full boutique money.

2. Artiss Toki Bed Frame with Gas Lift Storage (best gas-lift ottoman on a budget)

Storage: Full-base gas-lift ottoman cavity
Type: Low-line upholstered platform, no headboard
Sizes: Queen
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Rating: ★★★★☆ (4.3/5)
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If you want the biggest possible hidden compartment for the least money, the Artiss Toki is the one. A single gas strut at the foot of the bed lets you swing the entire slatted base upward, opening the full under-mattress footprint as one deep cavity — ideal for suitcases, winter doonas and other bulky, seasonal items you only need occasionally.

The low-line, headboard-free profile keeps things minimal, which works well in a studio or a small room where a tall bedhead would feel crowded. A solid timber frame with broad reinforced slats spreads weight evenly, and the linen-look upholstery with padded, rounded edges makes it feel more expensive than it is.

It is flat-packed, so budget an afternoon for assembly — a few owners needed a hand and a call to support — but once built it feels solid and the lift is easy to operate.

Pick if...

You want the maximum single storage cavity for bulky items in a small or minimalist room, at the lowest possible price.

3. Levede Gas Lift Storage Bed Frame (best value gas-lift bed)

Storage: Full-base gas-lift ottoman cavity
Type: Upholstered frame with tufted headboard
Sizes: Double, Queen, King
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Rating: ★★★★☆ (4.2/5)
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The Levede Gas Lift gives you the same full-cavity ottoman storage as the Toki but adds a proper upholstered headboard, so it looks more like a traditional bed. A sturdy strut and a pull handle at the foot make raising the frame effortless, and the arched wooden slats are reinforced with metal to distribute weight and keep the mattress ventilated.

The Scandinavian-inspired, button-tufted headboard is the standout: it reads far more premium than the price suggests. It ships as a flat pack, which keeps it light to carry upstairs and reasonably simple to put together on your own.

The main watch-out is the pale upholstery, which shows dust and marks, so plan to vacuum the fabric now and then. For the money, it is the most complete gas-lift package here.

Pick if...

You want big single-cavity ottoman storage plus a real upholstered headboard, and you want it cheap.

4. Ecosa Sierra Storage Bed Frame (best timber-look drawer bed)

Storage: 4 under-bed drawers on castors
Type: Fabric frame with slim, contemporary profile
Sizes: Double, Queen, King
Price: Queen $1,218 on sale (RRP $1,740)
Rating: ★★★★★ (4.6/5)
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The Ecosa Sierra is the value sibling to the Rega. You still get four spacious drawers on castors for spare pillows, quilts and sheet sets, but in a slimmer, cleaner-lined frame that leans more contemporary and less padded — a good fit if you find heavily upholstered beds too bulky.

It is the same Australian brand, the same easy no-lift drawer access, and it typically sits a little cheaper than the Rega on sale (around $1,218 for a queen). Support and slats are built to hold a mattress well and keep it aired, and the neutral fabric finishes suit most bedroom palettes.

As with any drawer bed, you need clearance beside the bed to open the drawers fully, so measure your room before you buy.

Pick if...

You want the same four-drawer convenience and Australian support as the Rega, in a slimmer, slightly cheaper frame.

5. Artiss Avio Upholstered Bed Base with Storage Drawers (best budget upholstered drawer bed)

Storage: 4 under-bed drawers on castors
Type: Upholstered frame with tufted headboard
Sizes: Queen
Price: Check current price at Amazon AU
Rating: ★★★★☆ (4.2/5)
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The Artiss Avio proves you do not have to spend four figures to get an upholstered drawer bed. Built on solid wood reinforced with metal and heavy-duty connectors, it carries four large drawers on smooth castors for easy under-bed storage, and the thickly padded, tufted headboard gives it a genuinely premium look for the price.

Broad arched slats provide strong central support and good weight capacity, and the frame comes with a one-year warranty — reassurance you do not always get at this end of the market. It is the budget drawer bed to beat.

One honest caveat from owner reviews: the headboard sits a little lower in person than the product photos suggest, so set your expectations there.

Pick if...

You want an upholstered, four-drawer storage bed with a tufted headboard on a tight budget.

6. IKEA SONGESAND Bed Frame with 2 Storage Boxes (best for small spaces)

Storage: 2 roll-out storage boxes on castors
Type: Wood-veneer frame, high legs
Sizes: Single, Double, Queen
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Rating: ★★★★☆ (4.3/5)
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The IKEA SONGESAND is the go-to for small rooms and small budgets. Its no-fuss classic design with soft edges suits almost any decor, and the high legs leave room for two spacious roll-out boxes — one narrow, one wide — that sit flush against the base for a tidy look.

A galvanised-steel mid-beam and wood-veneer slats hold up even a thick mattress, and IKEA’s materials and instructions are as consistent as ever. It is not a large-capacity storage bed, but for a first apartment or a compact guest room the two boxes handle spare linen and clothes neatly.

As with most IKEA furniture, assembly takes time and a second pair of hands helps, especially for the larger sizes.

Pick if...

You want an affordable, good-looking storage bed for a small room or first apartment, from a brand you can walk into.

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The verdict

For most Australian bedrooms, the Ecosa Rega Upholstered Storage Bed Frame is the best storage bed you can buy right now: four deep, easy-access drawers, a genuinely premium upholstered frame, Australian support, and a sale price that undercuts comparable boutique beds. If you need one big cavity for bulky, seasonal items instead of drawers, step across to a gas-lift ottoman like the Artiss Toki or the cheaper Levede. On the tightest budget, the IKEA SONGESAND still adds real storage to a small room. Whichever you choose, measure your space first — especially the side clearance a drawer bed needs.

How we picked the best storage beds

We only shortlist storage beds Australians can actually buy and have delivered here, then judge each one the same way whether or not the brand works with us. For this guide we:

• Checked storage that actually works: real drawer depth or full-cavity gas-lift access, smooth castors or struts, and how easy it is to reach day to day.
• Assessed build and support: solid timber or metal-reinforced frames, arched or slatted bases that hold a mattress firmly and keep it ventilated, and stated weight capacity.
• Read owner reviews: we aggregated verified buyer feedback for assembly, durability and after-sales experience, and weighted recurring complaints.
• Verified price on the day: Ecosa prices were confirmed on the brand site and Amazon and IKEA links were checked live; where a price moves too often to state, we tell you to confirm it.
• Covered every budget and room: from a flat-pack IKEA frame to a premium upholstered Australian bed, and both drawer and gas-lift storage.

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Gas lift vs drawers: which storage bed is right for you?

Gas-lift (ottoman) beds

A gas-lift bed hinges the entire mattress platform upward on gas struts, opening the whole under-bed footprint as one deep cavity. That makes it the best choice for bulky, seasonal or rarely-touched items — suitcases, spare doonas, winter clothes — and it needs no clearance around the bed because nothing pulls out sideways. The trade-off: you must clear the bed to lift it, so it suits occasional access more than daily rummaging, and the struts wear over several years (they are replaceable).

Drawer beds

Drawer beds give you two to four roll-out drawers you can open without disturbing the mattress, which is ideal for things you reach for often, like linen and everyday overflow. They do need floor space beside or at the foot of the bed to open fully, and the total capacity is a little less than a full ottoman cavity. If your room allows the clearance, they are the more convenient option for most people.

What to look for in a storage bed

1. Match the storage to how you will use it

Choose gas lift for bulky, occasional storage and maximum capacity; choose drawers for frequent, everyday access. Be honest about which you actually do more often.

2. Measure the room, not just the bed

Storage beds sell in single, double, queen and king. Check the frame’s external dimensions against your room, and for drawer beds add the clearance the drawers need to open on the relevant side.

3. Look for a sturdy, ventilated base

Reinforced or arched slats and a solid timber or metal frame stop sagging and keep air moving under the mattress. Check the stated weight capacity if you share the bed.

4. Keep stored items and the mattress dry

An enclosed under-bed space can trap moisture, which encourages dust mites and mould in a slept-in bedroom. Store items clean and dry, air the cavity occasionally, and keep bedding and covers washed regularly.

FAQs

Is a storage bed worth it?

Yes, if your bedroom is short on wardrobe or cupboard space. A storage bed turns the dead space under your mattress into usable storage without adding any furniture footprint, and storage frames are usually built sturdier than plain bases thanks to their reinforced slats and frames. In small homes and apartments the extra room it frees up is hard to beat.

Gas lift or drawers — which is better?

Neither is universally better; it depends on your room and habits. Gas-lift beds hold more and need no side clearance, but you clear the bed to access them, so they suit occasional, bulky storage. Drawers open without moving anything and are better for daily-use items, but they need floor space to pull out. Gas-lift models also tend to cost a little more.

Are storage beds comfortable to sleep on?

Yes. A well-made storage bed feels no different to a standard bed once a suitable mattress is on top — reinforced slats actually help support the mattress and reduce sagging. Comfort comes down to the mattress and to assembling the frame properly so it does not flex or squeak.

Do gas-lift struts wear out?

They can, over roughly five to ten years depending on how often you use them and how heavy your mattress is. The good news is that gas struts are a standard, replaceable part, so a worn strut does not mean a new bed — just a cheap swap.

How do I stop moisture and dust mites under a storage bed?

Store items clean and dry, avoid over-packing so air can still circulate, and open the storage occasionally to let it breathe. Keep to a normal bedroom routine of washing bedding weekly and using a washable mattress protector, since an enclosed base can hold humidity that dust mites and mould prefer.

Sources

1. Sleep Foundation — How to Choose a Bed Frame. sleepfoundation.org/bed-frame
2. Healthdirect Australia — Dust mites. healthdirect.gov.au/dust-mites
3. Better Health Channel (Victoria) — House dust mite. betterhealth.vic.gov.au
4. ASCIA — Allergen minimisation. allergy.org.au