Why our sleep experts loved it
I tried the Hadley Ottoman Bed Frame in store and thought it had good lines and the underbed storage was generous, but it didn’t feel as sumptuous or luxurious as the asking price might suggest. The headboard padding was a little light for an ottoman at this price, and the overall design is less about deep upholstery and more about neat tailoring. On the plus side the mechanisms felt robust, the base is well ventilated, and customer reviews online are very strong, which chimes with my sense that this is decent quality, with some of the price point clearly going into the ottoman hardware and not over-the-top upholstery.
Design & Build
This is a clean, modern ottoman with a buttoned headboard and tapered feet that give a floating effect. It is upholstered in a range of woven fabrics and up close the fabric feels practical and durable rather than lush. The frame is handcrafted and is made for Furniture Village by Kaydian, a brand with a reputation for solid ottoman mechanisms. Sizes are available up to king and super king, though double beds are commonly in stock. If you like beds with minimal, tailored shapes that don’t over-dominate the room, the Hadley’s proportions and simple lines will suit.
Assembly & Setup
The ottoman format means more components than a standard bed, so I would approach this as a two-person build. The gas-lift pistons are pre-tensioned, and the platform top attaches last, so take your time aligning the hinges. As always with gas-lift beds, check the lifting is smooth and even before adding a mattress. Delivery lead times are typically measured in weeks rather than days for a made-to-order fabric bed from a national retailer.
Comfort & Practicality
Comfort on a bed frame is mostly a question of the base and headboard. The Hadley has a ventilated platform top, which feels firmer under a mattress than sprung slats and can add a little perceived firmness to a softer mattress. The headboard was supportive enough to sit up in bed, though it was on the less padded side compared with the best designs in this range. The fabric corners are neat and the edges seemed robust in store, with no creaks or flex from the side rails when I applied weight across the frame.
Storage
The ottoman storage is the headline feature. There is one large, single cavity under the whole mattress area, which is raised by hydraulic pistons to make getting in and out easy. The model I tried had a mechanism that rose smoothly and stayed open without issue. This is great for stashing linens, seasonal clothes or bulky duvets, and it will keep floorspace free compared to drawers. As ever keep hands clear of the mechanism and don’t overload one side if you want to preserve a smooth, consistent action.
Everyday Use
For day-to-day living, the platform top and stout side rails give a stable platform, which will help mattresses perform consistently. The slightly spare headboard padding is the main concession, especially if you read in bed a lot. The woven fabric choices are practical for family homes, and the raised tapered feet make vacuuming around the base easier. Owners’ reviews are very positive overall, which tallies with my sense of reliable hardware and no-frills ergonomics.
Value & Price
Ottomans do come at a premium, and this is no exception. Listed prices vary by size and promotion, but the Hadley is commonly found in the high hundreds to low four figures, with recent sale pricing taking some sizes down under a thousand. In my opinion, the finish doesn’t quite deliver the plush, high-end look that some shoppers will be expecting at that level, but the engineering is sound and the storage execution is good.
Who It Suits
Apartment or small-space buyers, where the full-width underbed cavity will replace a chest of drawers and keep floors clear.
Fans of clean, contemporary design who prefer crisp tailoring and a floating look over thick quilting and ornate detailing.
Anyone who wants a firmer, more uniform platform base to help a softer mattress feel a touch more supported over time.
Who It Doesn't Suit
Comfort loungers who spend long spells sitting up in bed and want a deeply padded or winged headboard. There are plusher ottomans at similar money.
Serious bargain hunters who prioritise finish and upholstery richness over mechanism quality. A standard non-lift bed at this price will usually look and feel more premium.
Final Verdict
The Hadley Ottoman Bed Frame is a sensible, space-saving choice with reliable lift hardware, a ventilated platform top and an understated, modern silhouette. I rate the overall build and the storage execution, and I can see why customer reviews are so strong. Where it falls short is a perceived sense of luxury because the headboard isn’t as padded as I’d want at this price and the fabric, while durable, doesn’t have a plush feel. If your priority is maximum hidden storage and a tidy, contemporary look, it is easy to recommend. If you’re after rich upholstery and that indulgent hotel vibe, I would spend the same on a non-ottoman frame or shop around for a more padded ottoman in the sales.
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