{"id":25722,"date":"2022-11-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-11-01T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/twin-vs-queen\/"},"modified":"2023-08-28T22:03:41","modified_gmt":"2023-08-28T22:03:41","slug":"twin-vs-queen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/twin-vs-queen\/","title":{"rendered":"Twin vs. Queen: What&#8217;s the Difference?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Size matters\u2014particularly when you\u2019re shopping for a new mattress.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/twin-bed-dimensions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Twin mattresses<\/a>&nbsp;and queen beds are both popular&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/guide-to-mattress-dimensions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">mattress sizes<\/a> but for very different reasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One\u2014the twin bed\u2014is ideal for very small bedrooms and primarily used in kids\u2019 rooms, while the other\u2014the&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/queen-size-bed-dimensions\/\">queen-size mattress<\/a>\u2014is a great option for couples and those with larger bedrooms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Is a twin-size mattress or a queen-size mattress right for you? Our twin bed vs. queen guide will help you determine just that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-twin-mattress-size\">Twin mattress size<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A twin mattress (also known as a single bed) measures 38 x 75 inches. A twin mattress size is considerably narrower than a&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/full-size-bed-dimensions\/\">full-size mattress<\/a>, which measures 54 x 75 inches. It\u2019s also shorter than a twin XL mattress, which measures 38 x 80 inches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.prismic.io\/saatva-blog\/ZWYyMDY1M2ItNDc3Zi00MjVkLTkwYmItNzgzNTY4NzUzYjc4_twin-vs-queen-twin-dimensions.png?auto=compress,format&amp;rect=0,0,2160,2160&amp;w=2160&amp;h=2160\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros-of-a-twin\">Pros of a twin<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When would a twin mattress make more sense than a queen-size bed? Here are the top four reasons to choose a twin vs. queen:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A twin mattress is great for&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/kids-mattress\/\">growing children<\/a>. It\u2019s an ideal size between toddler beds and the full-size mattress they may use as teenagers. It also fits nicely into kids\u2019 rooms. \u201cTwin beds are so fantastic for kids\u2019 rooms because you don\u2019t need much space for them,\u201d says Prudence Bailey, founder and principal designer of&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/prudencehomes.com\/\">Prudence Home + Design<\/a>&nbsp;in Connecticut. \u201cThey can function as a bed or even a day bed.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bailey adds that having two twin mattresses in a room is perfect for kids who love throwing sleepovers\u2014or&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/siblings-sharing-a-bedroom\/\">siblings who share a bedroom<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A twin mattress size is versatile\u2014it can be used in bunk beds, day beds, and for solo sleepers in studio apartments. (Keep in mind, your bedroom should be 7 feet by 10 feet at minimum to fit a twin-size mattress.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Since a twin mattress is the smallest mattress size, it naturally comes with the smallest price tag and it\u2019s a piece of cake to move.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>[<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses?sizes=twin\">SHOP TWIN-SIZE MATTRESSES<\/a>]<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cons-of-a-twin\">Cons of a twin<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, a twin mattress isn\u2019t without its drawbacks. Here are the biggest downsides to this mattress size:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It\u2019s too small for two. Given that a twin mattress is only 38 inches in width total, it doesn\u2019t afford much space for two people. A queen-size bed, which measures 60 x 80 inches, is the ideal mattress size for couples because each sleeper gets about 30 inches of space to themselves.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Because it\u2019s only 75 inches long (which translates to 6 feet 2 inches), a twin-size mattress may not be long enough for taller teens or adults. If you\u2019re over 6 feet tall, or you suspect your teen will grow, a twin XL might be a better option because it offers an additional 5 inches in length. \u201cTwin beds feel small for most adults, so they are a much better option for children,\u201d says Bailey.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-queen-mattress-size\">Queen mattress size<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At 60 by 80 inches, a queen is not as large as a&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/king-size-bed-dimensions\/\">king-size bed<\/a>&nbsp;(which measures 76 x 80 inches), but it\u2019s still pretty roomy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.prismic.io\/saatva-blog\/NzQwYTYzMmItOWYyNy00NTg4LTg4OTYtMTQ5ODdmODU0ODI0_queen-bed-dimensions-illustration.jpg?auto=compress,format\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros-of-a-queen\">Pros of a queen<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A queen-size bed has a lot of things going for it. Here are the top three reasons you should choose one over a twin-size bed:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It\u2019s versatile, making it an outstanding option for couples and solo sleepers alike. Each sleeper gets about 30 inches of space to themselves. This gives couples plenty of room to move around. If you\u2019re a&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/best-mattress-combination-sleepers\/\">combination sleeper<\/a>\u2014someone who switches positions throughout the night\u2014you should have enough room in a queen-size bed so you won\u2019t disturb your partner.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019ll have enough room for kids and pets as well. Although a queen-size mattress isn\u2019t quite as large as a king, you should still comfortably be able to snuggle with your family.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There\u2019s more legroom than a twin-size bed. Because queen-size beds are longer than twin-size beds, they\u2019re a better option for tall sleepers. Remember: A queen-size bed is 80 inches long (roughly 6 feet 8 inches), while a twin-size bed is 75 inches long, which is barely more than 6 feet in length.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>[<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses?sizes=queen&amp;_gl=1*1ywfcx0*_ga*MTM0NzE3NjU5LjE2MTk0NjU3NTc.*_ga_Y7HYXEGZB0*MTYyOTkwNTcyMzE4NS5rcWhpaGxoaC4xLjAuMTYyOTkwNTcyMy4w\">SHOP QUEEN-SIZE MATTRESSES<\/a>]<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cons-of-a-queen\">Cons of a queen<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To be honest, there aren\u2019t a ton of drawbacks when it comes to a queen-size bed, but here are a couple of points to consider before buying one:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Naturally, a queen-size bed doesn\u2019t offer as much room for couples and\/or families as a king-size bed. You\u2019ll have 8 inches less width in a queen-size bed than you would in a king.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you have a very small bedroom, a queen-size bed is still sizable enough to cramp your space. You should only choose a queen-size mattress if your bedroom is at minimum, 10 feet by 10 feet. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"saatva-product-slider bg-fuscous-gray text-white\">\n            <p class=\"bg-makara p-4 text-center\">Choose the perfect twin- or queen-size mattress for you at Saatva<\/p>\n    \n            <div\n            class=\"focus:!outline-0\"\n            data-flickity=\"{&quot;wrapAround&quot;:true,&quot;pageDots&quot;:true,&quot;adaptiveHeight&quot;:true,&quot;prevNextButtons&quot;:false,&quot;autoPlay&quot;:5000}\"\n        >\n                            \n                <div>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/saatva-classic\" class=\"block\">\n                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"515\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/saatva-classic-1024x515.jpg\" class=\"w-full aspect-video object-cover wp-post-image\" alt=\"saatva classic innerspring 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expertly engineered with coil-on-coil construction for durability, a layer of memory foam for enhanced back support, and a cushiony Euro pillow top for extra comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n                        <p>\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/saatva-classic\" class=\"btn\">\n                                Shop Now\n                            <\/a>\n                        <\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                            \n                <div>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/saatva-contour5\" class=\"block\">\n                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"604\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/saatva-contour5-1-1200x604.jpg\" class=\"w-full aspect-video object-cover wp-post-image\" alt=\"saatva contour5 mattress\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/saatva-contour5-1-1200x604.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/saatva-contour5-1-300x151.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/saatva-contour5-1-768x386.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/saatva-contour5-1-1536x773.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/saatva-contour5-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\n                    <\/a>\n\n                    <div\n                        class=\"rich-text-level p-8 lg:text-base\"\n                        style=\"--spacing-rhythm: 0.75em\"\n                    >\n                        <h4>\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/saatva-contour5\">Contour5 Mattress<\/a>\n                        <\/h4>\n\n                        \n<p>Luxurious body-hugging feel and pressure relief with 3\u201d of ultra-premium, high-density 5-lb memory foam. <\/p>\n\n\n                        <p>\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/saatva-contour5\" class=\"btn\">\n                                Shop Now\n                            <\/a>\n                        <\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                            \n                <div>\n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/zenhaven\" class=\"block\">\n                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"515\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/zenhaven-1024x515.jpg\" class=\"w-full aspect-video object-cover wp-post-image\" alt=\"zenhaven latex mattress\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/zenhaven-1024x515.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/zenhaven-300x151.jpg 300w, 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Natural latex is supple, resilient, and durable, for the ultimate in elevated sleep. (It&#8217;s naturally hypoallergenic too.)<\/p>\n\n\n                        <p>\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\/zenhaven\" class=\"btn\">\n                                Shop Now\n                            <\/a>\n                        <\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-is-a-twin-or-queen-right-for-you\">Is a twin or queen right for you?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The biggest difference between a twin bed vs. queen bed? The size, of course. A twin-size mattress is 22 inches narrower and 5 inches shorter than a queen-size mattress.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond that major difference, there are a few others to be aware of before buying a new bed. We\u2019ve put together this handy comparison chart to help make your choice between the two easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Comparison<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Twin<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Queen<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Width<\/td><td>38&#8243;<\/td><td>60&#8243;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Length<\/td><td>75&#8243;<\/td><td>80&#8243;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Min. recommended room size<\/td><td>7&#8242; x 10&#8242;<\/td><td>10&#8242; x 10&#8242;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Who it&#8217;s best for<\/td><td>Young children<br><br>Adults with very small bedrooms<\/td><td>Couples<br><br>Solo sleepers who want a generous amount of space to move around<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Drawbacks<\/td><td>Not enough room for couples<\/td><td>Too large for small bedrooms<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-much-bigger-is-a-queen-than-a-twin\">How much bigger is a queen than a twin?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A queen-size bed is 22 inches wider and 5 inches longer than a twin. Measuring 60 inches wide by 80 inches long, a queen-size bed is ideal for couples.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A twin, which measures 38 inches wide by 75 inches long, on the other hand, is best suited to children or adults with very small bedrooms.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-is-a-queen-bed-just-two-twins\">Is a queen bed just two twins?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A queen bed isn&#8217;t two twins put together. If you put two twins next to each other, you&#8217;d get a bed that measured 76 inches wide by 75 inches long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A queen-size bed, on the other hand, measures 60 inches wide by 80 inches long. Two twins would be wider, but shorter, than a queen.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-difference-between-a-twin-and-a-queen\">What is the difference between a twin and a queen?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A twin-size mattress measures 38 inches wide by 75 inches long, while a queen-size mattress measures 60 inches wide by 80 inches long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A twin bed is ideal for children or adults with small bedrooms, while a queen bed is perfect for couples or adults with large bedrooms.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-is-a-queen-the-same-size-as-a-twin\">Is a queen the same size as a twin?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A queen isn&#8217;t the same size as a twin\u2014in fact, it&#8217;s much larger. A queen measures 60 inches wide by 80 inches long, while a twin measures 38 inches wide by 75 inches long. That means a queen is 22 inches wider and 5 inches longer than a twin.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-find-the-best-twin-and-queen-mattresses-at-saatva\">Find the best twin and queen mattresses at Saatva<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Saatva offers a wide range of high-quality twin-size and queen-size mattresses so you can easily find your perfect match, whether you&#8217;re shopping for your child, yourself, or you and your partner.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All of our mattresses are handcrafted with premium materials to help you experience your most comfortable sleep. Plus, our mattresses come with a 365-night home trial and lifetime warranty.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take our&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattress-quiz\">mattress quiz<\/a>&nbsp;to find out which Saatva mattress is right for you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is a twin-size mattress or a queen-size mattress right for you? 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