The GhostBed Adjustable Base is a mid-range power base that brings many of the features you’d expect from luxury adjustable beds — like customizable head/foot positioning, massage modes, and zero-gravity settings — at a more affordable price point. It’s designed to work with most mattresses (including memory foam, hybrid, latex, and innerspring) and adds convenience and comfort beyond a standard bed frame.
Edited by Thomas Saunders on January 5 2025.
Key Features
🔄 Adjustable Head & Foot
You can raise the head up to about 70° and the foot section independently, allowing for positions suited to reading, watching TV, eating, or sleeping. Preset buttons like Zero Gravity, TV, and Lounge make it easy to find your preferred posture quickly.
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🛋️ Wireless Remote Control
The included wireless remote lets you control all base functions from bed — including presets and custom positions. Some versions include memory buttons so you can save favorite settings.
💆 Massage Function
One standout feature is the dual-motor massage system, which offers multiple modes and intensities for both head and foot areas. It’s whisper-quiet and effective, a feature usually found on much pricier bases.
💡 Under-Bed Lights & USB Ports
Soft LED lighting under the base helps illuminate the floor at night, while USB ports on both sides make charging phones and tablets convenient.
🚀 Zero Gravity & Ergonomic Positions
Zero-gravity can help reduce pressure on the back and improve circulation, while independent adjustments help with snoring, acid reflux, or general discomfort.
🛠️ Construction & Compatibility
- Sturdy steel frame with up to ~750 lb weight capacity (including mattress and bedding).
- Works with most mattress types — memory foam, hybrid, latex, and innerspring.
- Available in Twin XL, Queen, and Split King sizes.
- Some assembly required, but the base arrives mostly pre-assembled.
🛌 Comfort & Performance
👍 Pros
- ✔️ Value-packed features (massage, presets, zero-gravity) for the price.
- ✔️ Quiet motors — smooth and reliable adjustments.
- ✔️ USB ports + LED lights — convenient extras.
- ✔️ Works with most mattresses — versatile compatibility.
- ✔️ Limited lifetime warranty on the base construction.
👎 Cons
- ❌ Remote may lack backlit buttons on some models, making it hard to use in the dark.
- ❌ Split King assembly can be challenging due to alignment of locking pins.
- ❌ No sleep trial — common with adjustable bases, but worth noting for buyers.
- ❌ Preset selection limited (anti-snore isn’t pre-configured) compared with higher-end bases.
🧠 Real User Feedback
Customers generally praise the base for:
- Ease of setup and use
- Meaningful comfort improvements (especially for back pain, snoring relief, and lounging)
- Massage feature that works better than many competitors’ budget models.
Negative feedback tends to focus on assembly frustrations (especially for Split King) and the lack of backlight on some remotes.
💰 Pricing & Value
The GhostBed Adjustable Base falls into a mid-range price category, but its features — particularly the massage modes, USB ports, zero-gravity, and under-bed lighting — give it excellent value compared to many pricier adjustable bases.
📦 Warranty & Support
GhostBed offers a limited lifetime warranty on the base frame and mechanical parts, with various coverage tiers (parts, labor, steel frame) depending on the issue. You can also typically purchase extended warranty protection for additional years of coverage.
🏁 Final Verdict
The GhostBed Adjustable Base is a strong choice for most sleepers who want adjustable comfort without spending thousands. It’s feature-rich, durable, and comfortable, especially for those who:
- enjoy reading or watching TV in bed
- need relief from pressure, snoring, or reflux
- want massage and zero-gravity modes without premium pricing
It’s not the most high-end base out there, but it offers exceptional value for the money and performs well in everyday use.