From Reddit threads we collected, sentiment about the Thuma bed frame is mostly positive among long-term owners, with praise for durability and assembly, but growing concerns about quality control and rising prices in recent years.

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The Good

• Exceptionally Durable and Stable “I’ve had a Thuma for about 2 years and it is stupid solid and easy to assemble. It does not make a single sound when I get in and out of bed.” (35 upvotes) “We have the king frame and while pricey, it lives up to the hype. My spouse is 330lb, 6’5, and I’m a light sleeper—it doesn’t creak, squeak, or move at all.” (7 upvotes)
• Fast, Tool-Free Assembly “It really does only take like 5 mins to set up. Super sturdy, jumped all over it, made lovemaking movements, not a squeak.” (11 upvotes) “The moveable nature of the Thuma was a main reason I bought it. Wrapped the parts in some U-Haul blankets and it survived moving and reassembly with no issues.” (6 upvotes)
• Longevity Over Years of Use “I’ve had my Thuma for over 5 years. A year ago, I added the headboard. I love this frame. Nary a peep.” (7 upvotes) “Overpriced, but I’m happy with our Thuma going on 4 years. Looks great and doesn’t make a sound—all the joinery parts are flush as could be.” (48 upvotes)

The Not So Good

• Quality Control Decline “My bedframe has absolutely no movement… it’s about 4 years old. But I bought new Thuma products recently and feel like they’ve cut corners on some aspects.” (14 upvotes) “How tightly do your joints fit together? I just received mine and there’s fairly significant movement and fitment issues.” (6 upvotes)
• Significant Price Hikes “The queen was $995 then, now it’s $1395…” (5 upvotes) “They have raised the price substantially. It used to be less than $1K.” (5 upvotes)
• Headboard Disappointments “The pillow board headboard is fine, just low and unattached so your bed needs to be pushed against a wall to use this.” (5 upvotes) “I do wish the headboard was taller and secured somehow to the frame.” (8 upvotes)

Comparisons

• Budget Option: Zinus “I’ve been sleeping on Zinus beds and mattresses for like 3 years now, and haven’t had a single problem.” (17 upvotes) “Have had Zinus in all my bedrooms except the master for 7 years now. Zero issues.” (7 upvotes)
• Floyd Platform Bed “I have a secondhand Floyd bed and I would not recommend it… the individual pieces slide around more than I would like.” (8 upvotes) “I’d caution against the Floyd bed unless you live in a very dry climate—the flat base prevents airflow, leading to moisture accumulation.” (16 upvotes)
• Tatami Room “Take a look at Tatami Room! Old style website but incredible bed.” (19 upvotes) “I’ll second Tatami Room—great quality. We bought a king bed from them in December 2022 and love it.” (7 upvotes)
• DIY Builds “I built this same bed design for myself a year ago.” (22 upvotes)

The Verdict

Reddit users generally agree that Thuma bed is a solid, squeak-free, beautifully designed bed that delivers on durability and easy assembly, especially for long-term owners. But more recent buyers are skeptical, pointing to price hikes, possible quality control decline, and an underwhelming headboard.

If you’re seeking a stylish, stable frame and don’t mind the premium price (or the heavy weight), Thuma is a strong option.

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