Today, adjustable beds are becoming increasingly popular and have even become essential for even the most discerning shoppers. If you're in the market for an adjustable bed, you're likely seeking customization options to help you sleep better and relax more easily. An adjustable bed adapts to provide custom positioning and personalized comfort for sleeping or relaxing inside any bedroom of the home.

 

Adjustable beds, like the BT3000, are known to enhance convenience by allowing adjustments to the head or foot of the bed (and mattress) to achieve the most comfortable positions for sleeping or relaxing. But before selecting the best adjustable bed specifically for each scenario, savvy shoppers looking at purchasing an adjustable bed may wonder, "Does an adjustable bed use a lot of electricity?"

 

Here, the Bed Tech Sleep Experts explore adjustable bed energy consumption, including wattage usage and their impact on power, your electricity bill, and energy efficiency in your home.

The Amount of Electricity Needed to Power an Adjustable Bed Depends on Motor Efficiency

To evaluate the potential electricity consumption of an adjustable bed, it is important to examine the age, efficiency, and technology of its motor. Modern motors, often designed with energy-saving features, can be significantly more efficient and reduce power usage compared to older, outdated models.

 

Additionally, features such as massage mode, lumbar support boost, or extra mechanisms like built-in nightlights or USB ports—whether powered by a DC motor or an AC motor—play a significant role in determining the amount of electricity the adjustable bed will draw while operating.

 

If you focus on the adjustable bed technology, modernity, and the motor's overall design, one can better estimate the bed's electrical requirements and its potential impact on energy bills.

Adjustable Bed Electricity Consumption

The primary source of electricity consumed by an adjustable bed, like the Bed Tech BT6500, is its motor(s). The main adjustable bed motor operates the actuator, which adjusts the base position of the bed frame, allowing you to find your most comfortable position conveniently. If your adjustable bed has a massage mode, the second most amount of energy powers the massage motor.

• Power Use in Standby or 'Sleep' Mode: If you're not actively using the adjustable bed to enjoy a relaxing massage or simply reclining in the Zero-Gravity position, the adjustable bed requires a minimal amount of electricity. The power they use when inactive or on standby, known as a phantom load, is comparable to that of other household electronics, like TVs or stereos, while in 'sleep' mode.
  
• Power Use While Using an Adjustable Bed: Undoubtedly, the amount of power an adjustable bed requires will increase when the motor is actively operating. For instance, as you adjust the bed position up or down or turn on massage mode, the adjustable bed will draw more electricity. A short yet minimal burst of power usage is typical for adjustable beds. Still, energy consumption for the adjustable bed to function is generally low, as changing the position of the base usually takes only a few seconds to a minute or so. Typically, the most power an adjustable bed uses is when the other motors or features are activated.

Bed Tech adjustable beds— such as the BTX5—require minimal energy to operate and pair perfectly with all Bed Tech mattresses, including the Bed Tech Lux Hybrid.

What Adjustable Bed Features Can Affect Additional Electricity Consumption?

• Adjustable beds with added relaxation features, such as massage vibrations, lumbar support enhancements, or convenience components like nightlights, will typically consume more electricity.
  
• Adjustable beds with USB charging ports will also draw more electricity, especially while charging your cell phone or other device.
  
• The overall power usage of an adjustable bed frame is affected mainly by how often and for how long each feature operates.

Adjustable Bed Energy Consumption Explained

Next, the Bed Tech sleep experts will highlight how adjustable beds fare in terms of power usage, the impact they may have on your energy bill, and how they compare to the energy use of other household appliances.

 

Typical Power Usage

While most people shopping for a mattress, adjustable bed, or both aren't experts with vast mattress and sleep knowledge, you can rest assured that the sleep experts at Bed Tech have reasonable answers to your adjustable bed energy consumption and efficiency questions, like typical power usage.

 

Standard Wattage

Adjustable bed motors use a range of 5 to 200 watts per hour while operating; however, the actual power consumption of each adjustable bed can change depending on the motor, model, and features. While the adjustable bed is plugged in and functioning, it can require approximately 5-200 watts per hour. Top-quality adjustable bed motors typically have a 500-watt capacity.

How to Estimate Average Watts Used by an Adjustable Bed

To specify an estimate of a specific adjustable bed’s electricity consumption, consider the motor's wattage capacity, i.e., 500 watts for a 6000-Newton adjustable bed motor. Also, assess how often you use the adjustable bed and for how long.

 

If you're looking for more precise wattage usage measurements, alternative devices are available that can help you measure the amount of power a specific adjustable bed is currently using with greater accuracy.

 

Measuring Power Consumption More Precisely

There are a couple of reasonable methods to provide you with a more exact reading of how much electricity an adjustable bed uses:

• Utilize an electricity usage monitor to read how much power a specific appliance, like an adjustable bed, is consuming.
  
• Calculate yearly energy usage and associated costs using an appliance energy calculator formulated and provided by The U.S. Department of Energy.

How Much Electricity Does an Adjustable Bed Use Compared to Other Household Appliances?

• Adjustable beds typically use less energy than your refrigerator, dishwasher, or washing machine.
  
• The energy required to power an adjustable bed is approximately equal to that of a small household appliance, such as a toaster or blender, at around 5 to 50 kilowatt-hour (kWh) or approximately 100-200 watts per day.

Will an Adjustable Bed Increase Your Energy Bill?

Although the increased power consumption is necessary to enjoy the best features of your adjustable bed, the overall impact on your electricity bill is typically minimal at best. The lack of effect on your energy bill is due to the likeliness that most people usually adjust the bed position infrequently or operate the adjustable bed only for short durations.

 

Bed Tech adjustable beds—such as the Bed Tech 6500—won't raise your power bill and are an ideal complement to any luxuriously comfortable Bed Tech mattress.

 

How To Maximize Energy Efficiency With Your Adjustable Bed

• Set It and Forget It: Avoid operating the adjustable bed too frequently and make fewer recurring adjustments. For example, it is typical for adjustable beds to have a product rating, meaning they are designed to operate continuously for only 10% of the duty cycle. Exceeding the motor's capacity can decrease the longevity of the base.
  
• Plugged or Unplugged? To maximize energy efficiency, keep the adjustable bed unplugged if you don't plan to use it.
  
• Routine Upkeep: An adjustable bed frame requires little upkeep or regular maintenance. Still, keeping it clean and operating smoothly can help improve power efficiency and extend its longevity.

Final Tips to Boost Adjustable Bed Longevity and Maximize Energy Efficiency

Bed Tech Adjustable beds offer multi-functional convenience, personalized comfort, and easy-to-achieve customized positions, which are particularly beneficial for individuals with conditions such as back or hip pain, acid reflux, and sleep apnea. Bed Tech mattresses are also a helpful addition to alleviating back pain caused by poor sleep posture on a mattress that doesn't fit your body right.

 

The fantastic news for all of the "thrifty theos" out there is that Bed Tech adjustable beds will not significantly affect your energy use. By being aware of how motors operate and mindful of their energy use, you can enjoy every benefit and fancy feature of an adjustable bed without noticing a considerable increase in your power bill.

 

To gain the advantages of restful, deep sleep and an optimally comfortable sleep surface, consider pairing your adjustable bed with a cozy and supportive mattress to create your own uniquely relaxing adjustable bed sleep system.

 

Similarly, to maximize the longevity and durability of your adjustable bed, keep the base as close to 'new condition' as possible. Refreshing—keeping the base free from excessive dust buildup—and not exceeding the motor's threshold will also help extend the lifetime and maximize the energy efficiency of the adjustable bed.