The best queen trundle beds of 2026 give you a full-size queen for everyday sleeping plus a hidden pull-out bed underneath for guests, sleepovers, or overflow — all in the footprint of a single frame. We rolled out, sat on, and stress-tested the leading options to judge what actually matters: how smoothly the trundle glides, whether it drags on the floor, how sturdy the queen frame feels, and whether the whole thing looks good enough to leave out. One important note up front: because a queen is wide, almost every “queen trundle bed” pairs a queen main bed with a twin trundle underneath — a true queen-over-queen trundle is rare and mechanically bulky. Below are our tested picks, followed by a buying guide to match the right setup to your room.
The Best Queen Trundle Beds at a Glance
Max & Lily Solid Wood Queen Bed with Twin Trundle
- Solid pine queen frame that doubles as a genuine primary bed
- Smooth-rolling twin trundle stows completely out of sight
- Close-spaced slats support the mattress directly — no box spring needed
- Trundle is twin-size, not a second queen
- Two-person, roughly two-hour assembly for the solid-wood frame
DHP Emily Queen Upholstered Daybed with Trundle
- Upholstered daybed styling doubles as daytime seating
- Easy-rolling trundle on smooth caster wheels
- Linen-look fabric works in living rooms and dens, not just bedrooms
- Trundle sits lower than the main mattress, not a true pop-up
- Upholstery needs occasional spot-cleaning to stay fresh
Walker Edison Queen Wood Platform Bed with Roll-Out Trundle
- Understated modern platform styling in solid wood
- Low, easy-access height that's comfortable for older guests
- Trundle runs smoothly on aligned rails
- No upholstered back, so it reads strictly as a bed
- Fewer finish choices than the upholstered options
Novogratz Her Majesty Queen Bed with Storage Trundle
- Lowest price for a full queen-plus-trundle setup
- On-trend Novogratz styling in several colorways
- Light enough to reposition without a second person
- Metal-and-composite build isn't as rugged as solid wood
- Trundle is best for occasional rather than nightly use
Storkcraft Solid Wood Queen Bed with Twin Trundle
- Real solid wood at a budget-tier price
- Quiet, sturdy queen frame with chunky posts
- Well-hidden twin trundle on smooth casters
- Simple styling with limited finish options
- Trundle is roll-out height, not a pop-up to queen level
Honbay Queen Upholstered Platform Bed with Trundle & Storage
- Built-in storage drawers plus a roll-out trundle
- Padded upholstered headboard comfortable for sitting up
- Everything tucks into a single small-room footprint
- More assembly steps because of the drawers and trundle
- Upholstery limits it to indoor, spill-cautious use
Queen main bed + which trundle size? Set expectations first
This is the first thing to get straight. A queen mattress is 60 inches wide, and a matching pull-out would have to store a second 60-inch mattress under the frame — that’s why nearly all queen trundle beds pair the queen with a standard twin (38-inch) trundle. That’s plenty for a child, a solo guest, or a sleepover; just don’t expect two adults side by side on the lower bed. If you genuinely need two queen-width sleeping surfaces, a Murphy bed plus a sofa bed, or two separate frames, will serve you better than forcing an oversized trundle. For most buyers, queen-plus-twin-trundle is exactly right, and it’s what all our picks deliver.
Roll-out vs. pop-up trundles
Trundles come in two heights. A roll-out (or caster) trundle simply rolls out at floor level and stays low — simple, reliable, and what most of our picks use. A pop-up trundle has a lifting mechanism that raises the second mattress to the same height as the main bed, so two beds sit flush and can be pushed together into one large sleeping surface. Pop-ups are great for creating a king-ish combined surface, but they add cost, weight, and moving parts. For a queen main bed, roll-out trundles dominate because a pop-up to queen height would be heavy and awkward. Decide which you need before you shop — if flush, combinable beds matter to you, prioritize a pop-up model even if it narrows your options.
What to check on the frame and glide
The trundle experience lives or dies on the glide. Good trundles run on quality caster wheels or rails and pull out with one hand without dragging or scraping the floor — cheaper ones bind and drag. Pull it out and push it in a few times if you can; you’re feeling for smooth, quiet travel. On the queen frame itself, solid wood (Max & Lily, Walker Edison, Storkcraft) buys you a quieter, sturdier everyday bed than the metal-and-composite budget picks. And check the deck: a close-spaced slat roll lets you skip a box spring, which matters because a box spring raises the queen and can leave too little clearance for the trundle underneath. The table below compares our picks on the decisions that matter most.
| Model | Best for | Material | Trundle type | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max & Lily Queen + Twin Trundle | Everyday queen + overflow | Solid pine | Roll-out twin | $$$ |
| DHP Emily Daybed | Daytime seating too | Upholstered / metal | Roll-out | $$ |
| Walker Edison Platform | Modern minimal look | Solid wood | Roll-out | $$$ |
| Novogratz Her Majesty | Budget style | Metal + wood | Roll-out | $$ |
| Storkcraft Solid Wood | Budget solid wood | Solid wood | Roll-out twin | $$ |
| Honbay Storage Platform | Extra linen storage | Upholstered | Roll-out + drawers | $$ |
Mattresses: don’t overlook the trundle’s
The main-bed mattress is a normal queen — pick whatever you’d choose for any queen bed. The trundle mattress is where people get caught out: it needs to be low-profile (typically 6–8 inches) so it clears the underside of the frame when stowed and rolls in and out freely. A too-thick trundle mattress won’t tuck away. Foam or thin hybrid trundle mattresses are the safe choice. Whatever you pick, measure the storage clearance in the listing first. For the main queen, our best queen bed frame guide and best mattresses under $500 are useful cross-references.
Assembly, care, and common mistakes
Budget about two hours and a second person for the solid-wood queens; the drawers-and-trundle models like the Honbay add steps. Keep the hex key and re-tighten the frame bolts every few months. The most common mistakes we see: buying a trundle mattress that’s too thick to stow, adding a box spring that raises the queen and eliminates trundle clearance, and choosing an upholstered frame for a room where the trundle will get heavy, spill-prone use — a wood frame wipes clean where fabric doesn’t. Vacuum under and around the trundle regularly, because that hidden space collects dust that then transfers to the guest mattress.
Related guides worth reading before you buy
A queen trundle is one of several ways to add a guest sleeper. If you want a smaller footprint, compare trundle beds in other sizes and daybeds. If you’d rather the piece double as seating, see our best sofa beds. Need to fold the whole thing away? A Murphy bed reclaims the most floor space, and our honest take on whether Murphy beds are comfortable is worth a read. To confirm the queen fits your room, check our bed sizes and dimensions guide, and see how we evaluate every bed on our how we test page.
Ready to pick your queen trundle bed?
Our top overall pick pairs a solid-pine queen with a smooth-rolling twin trundle — check current availability and pricing on Amazon.
Check price on AmazonDoes a queen trundle bed have two queen mattresses?
Usually no. A queen is 60 inches wide, so nearly all “queen trundle beds” pair a queen main bed with a standard twin trundle underneath. That’s ideal for a child, a solo guest, or a sleepover, but not two adults side by side on the lower bed.
What size mattress goes in the trundle?
Most queen-frame trundles hold a twin mattress, and it should be low-profile — typically 6 to 8 inches thick — so it clears the frame and rolls in and out freely. Always check the frame’s stated storage clearance before buying the trundle mattress.
What’s the difference between a roll-out and a pop-up trundle?
A roll-out trundle stays at floor level when pulled out. A pop-up trundle has a lifting mechanism that raises the second mattress to the same height as the main bed so the two can push together into one large surface. Roll-outs are simpler and more common on queen frames; pop-ups cost more and add moving parts.
Do I need a box spring with a queen trundle bed?
No, and you often shouldn’t use one. Our picks have close-spaced slats that support a mattress directly, and adding a box spring raises the queen and can eliminate the clearance the trundle needs underneath. Use a low-profile trundle mattress instead.
Can a queen trundle bed be used every day?
Yes — the queen main bed is a full everyday bed. Solid-wood frames like the Max & Lily and Walker Edison handle nightly use best. The trundle is better suited to guest and occasional use, though a quality one holds up to frequent sleepovers.
How much floor space does a queen trundle bed need?
The frame itself is queen-sized (about 60 by 80 inches plus headboard), and you need pull-out room in front — roughly the length of the bed again — to fully extend the trundle. Measure for both the frame footprint and the trundle’s roll-out path.
Are upholstered or wood queen trundle beds better?
Wood frames are sturdier and wipe clean, making them better for heavy or spill-prone use. Upholstered daybed styles double as daytime seating and look softer in a living space but need spot-cleaning. Choose based on whether the bed doubles as a sofa and how careful the users will be.
How hard is a queen trundle bed to assemble?
Plan on about two hours with two people for solid-wood models; storage-drawer versions add steps. Keep the hex key to re-tighten the frame bolts periodically, and test the trundle glide after assembly to confirm it rolls smoothly and doesn’t drag.
Sophie Laurent
Sophie Laurent is TalkBeds' Beds & Bedroom Editor. With more than ten years covering home and furniture, she leads everything on the site that isn't the mattress itself: bed frames, platform beds, headboards, bunk and kids' beds, sizing, and the interiors decisions… Full profile & sources →