Twin bed – make more out of a compact bed size
75
Length (inches) in 🇺🇸
The compact Twin bed length makes it a space-saving solutions for kids, teenagers, most women, and shorter men.
39
Width (inches) in 🇺🇸
The Twin bed width offers a compact yet comfortable sleeping surface at 39 inches wide for single sleepers.
🤷♀️Who is Twin bed size for?
So, who will benefit the most from choosing a Twin bed size?
Children
Ideal for transitioning out of a crib or toddler bed.
Teens
Works well unless they are tall (in which case, consider Twin XL – with the same width, but 5 inch extra length).
Single adults in small rooms
Great if space is tight and you don’t need much room to sprawl.
Guest rooms or bunk beds
Fits in smaller layouts and shared spaces.
Starter apartments, vacation homes or cabins
It’s a budget-friendly and space-saving option.
✅Pros of Twin bed size
🧒 Perfect for Kids
The standard size for children’s beds — easy to find accessories.
🛌 Space-Saving
Narrow and short — great for tight spaces or multi-bed rooms.
🛏️ Versatile bed size
Twin bed size works for daybeds, trundle beds, bunk beds, and smaller furniture setups.
💸 Cost-Effective and affordable
Typically the least expensive size for mattresses, bed frames, and bedding.
🛠️ Modular / Upgradable
Combine two Twin beds to create a “Split King Minus”. This means a 5 inch shorter Split King (Two Twin XL beds makes a Split King). Perfect for shorter couples seeking flexibility.
📦 Lightweight & Easy to Move
Smaller size = easier to transport and rearrange.
🛠️ Widely Available
Bedding, mattresses, and accessories are easy to find and buy.
❌Cons of Twin bed size
🧍♂️Narrow Width
Only 38 inches wide — sleepers who toss and turn or prefer more space may feel restricted
Not suitable for couples. Then you need to combine two twin bed mattresses into a “Split King Minus” (Split King with shorter length). But be aware it can be hard finding bed frames for this bed size. If you want to keep this option open, go with Twin XL (two Twin XLs can be combines into a standard Split King).
🧍♂️ Too Short for Tall People
At 75″ long, it’s not ideal for people over 6 feet (183 cm). For taller people, go with Twin XL.
🏡 Looks Smaller in Larger Rooms
Might appear too minimal or out of place in a spacious bedroom.
🧸 Outgrown Quickly
Kids and teens may need to upgrade as they grow.
🌐 Twin bed dimensions around the World
Twin beds have different dimensions in different countries/regions. Make sure to look up your preferred country/region in the bed size chart below:
| Country/Region | Local Name | Inches | Cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States / Canada | Twin | 38 x 75 | 96.5 x 190,5 |
| United Kingdom | Single | 36 x 75 | 90 cm x 190 cm |
| Europe (general) | Single | 36×79 or 39 x 79 (approx) | 90×200 cm or 100×200 cm bed |
| Japan | Single | 38 x 77 (approx) | 98 x 195 |
| IKEA Standard | 35 x 79 | 90 x 200 |
Where is Twin bed size most common?
⬆️United States and Canada
Popular in kids- and youth bedrooms.
Europe (parts of)
90×200 cm or 100×200 cm beds serve a similar function, but the term “Twin XL” isn’t used.
UK
Not widely used under the “Twin ” name, but Single beds are a close match for similar needs.