Full-size futon and queen size mattress

When buying a mattress, several factors matter: material, price, firmness, and most importantly—size. Choosing the right size depends on your space, body, and current sleeping habits. Full (sometimes called double) and queen are two of the most popular mattress sizes. They are similar and often confused. This guide explains the dimensions, provides tips, and compares options.

Full vs. Queen Mattress Dimensions

Using the chart above to compare sizes, a queen mattress is larger than a standard full mattress. A full bed measures 54 × 75 inches, while a queen bed measures 60 × 80 inches. Although the difference is small, a few extra inches can make a noticeable impact depending on your room size and height. Queen mattresses are ideal for single sleepers who want extra space or for couples. Single sleepers can benefit from either option.

A fullmattressis the most practical choice for those who want more sleeping space than a Twin or Twin XL without taking up too much room. This size fits well in nearly any bedroom. A full mattress is also an ideal choice for growing children, as it is compact enough for them to grow into without being too large. Beyond standard full and queen sizes, there are several other comparable options that might better suit your needs. Here are a few additional sizes

Queen XL

The Queen XL mattress is four inches longer than a standard queen, measuring 60 × 84 inches. While four inches may seem minor, it can make a significant difference for taller individuals. The added legroom, combined with the fact that this mattress is still smaller than a king, is the main advantage of a Queen XL.

Full XL

The Full XL mattress has the same width as a standard full at 54 inches but is two inches longer than a queen at 76 inches. This size can accommodate two people, but if you are accustomed to a queen or king, it may feel a bit cramped. The Full XL is ideal for taller single sleepers; however, it is not widely available on the market.

Olympic Queen

The Olympic Queen mattress is 6 inches wider than a standard queen. This additional width provides a sleeping surface comparable to a king or California king without requiring as much space as a full king or California king mattress.

California Queen

The California Queen mattress is slightly longer than a standard queen but maintains the same width. Measuring 84 inches in length, it matches the width of a California King, making it ideal for individuals over 6 feet tall. If you or your partner are tall and can accommodate at least a standard queen, a California Queen may be an excellent choice.

The price of a full mattress compared to the price of a queen size mattress.

Because regular-sizemattressesare always cheaper than queen-size mattresses, regardless of the brand or style. In addition to the overall size of the mattress and compatibility with your home, accessories such as pillows and sheets will cost more for queen-size mattresses than regular-size mattresses.

Since small mattresses are often inexpensive, you can save money by choosing a full mattress. Although the price varies by brand, you can generally expect a full mattress to cost about $100 to $300, which is less than the same type of queen mattress.

What is the best size for you?

If you are alone, any size can be used depending on your height. (For those who are taller than 6 feet, a full-size bed may feel cramped even if you are alone). For couples or individuals who share a bed with children, a queen bed is an unquestionably better option. The width and length between a queen bed and a full bed are very different. And simply put, the queen bed feels more spacious than a futon in most cases.

Multipurpose

Consider the life of the mattress and what it may take five or ten years before choosing a size. If you are single now, you may find yourself sharing a bed in the future. If you don’t have children or pets, this change may change. If you choose a complete mattress, please note that you will lose some versatility in exchange for a cheaper price. Queen-size mattresses are generally the most versatile mattress, so if you are not sure, we recommend choosing a larger queen size mattress.

Height and sleeping position

The most obvious difference between queen and full beds is the width. But both bed sizes have a different length of 5 inches with a length of 75 inches. The full size may feel a little limited for those who are taller. For example, a person who is 6 feet tall will have only three inches of “excess” length when stretched to the end. Most of them will use pillows. Queen beds with a length of 80 inches are a better choice for those who are tall. In addition, remember that this is especially important for those who sleep on their backs and sleep on their backs. Because they tend to sleep fully. For flat sleepers who like to sleep curl up, the length of the mattress does not matter.

Bedroom size

A full bed has an overall surface area, which is about 15% less than a queen size bed, which makes a significant difference in a compact bedroom. If you sleep in a small room, choosing a full mattress will increase the space for other furniture. Prevent your bedroom from looking crowded.

Convenient for transportation/installation.

Both queen-sizemattressesand full-body mattresses have a high probability for two large people to move. On the other hand, it is much easier to move around the corner, up the stairs, and through the hallway. Our recommendations can be summarized as follows

Full mattress :

• A person who does not share a bed with another person.
• A person who is no more than six feet tall.
• Shoppers who are budget-conscious and don’t want to sleep on a wider bed.

Queen mattress:

• Couples and parents share a bed with children.
• A person who stands at least six feet tall.
• Those who need more bed space.
• Those who want the most adaptable and future-accommodating options.