Air Mattress Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Product (Twin, Full, Queen, King), By Application (Commercial, Household), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2019 - 2025

Report Overview

The global air mattress market size was valued at USD 127.6 million in 2018. The growing popularity of these products on account of their odor-free nature, high durability, and ability to inflate in full size within minutes is expected to remain a favorable factor. Furthermore, these products eventually adjust the firmness that can provide benefits to people who are suffering from back pain and other bone joint-related problems. Therefore, the ability of these products to adjust the firmness in less time is expected to address the convenience of customers.

The full-size products come with two separate inner chambers that can separate beds into two sides, one side can be firmer or softer than the other side depending on customer preference. A large number of consumers prefer to purchase this product as it is the only solution to sharing bed disputes. These mattresses are available in different sizes, which makes them convenient for indoor as well as outdoor usage.

It has been observed that consumers across developed economies including U.S., U.K., Germany, and France prefer to use twin-sized low profile variants in their outdoor camping. These products can be easily rolled and left aside as a guest bed for the visitors in houses. Furthermore, some consumers prefer to use an air mattress to lay them across their back seats during road trips.

Air mattresses have the ability to help in ensuring pressure relief and better blood circulation to the person sleeping on it. However, since it has the ability to change pressure points with position shifting, back pain patients can feel fresh after sleeping on it. Furthermore, a positive outlook towards the hotel industry in the U.S. as a result of the increment in the number of international travelers for their trips, along with the growing penetration of wellness tourism, is expected to promote the use of air mattresses in various entities such as hotels and hospitals.

Air Mattress Market Trends

The commercial sector, including hospitals, resorts, and hotels, dominates the air mattress industry. The increased need for extra beds in hotels has created possibilities for the air mattress industry, and this will further increase the consumer base and portfolios of the market. An increasing number of nuclear families and tiny room sizes in metropolitan areas have resulted in limited room space. A further surge in demand for space-saving is expected to fuel the market growth. Air mattresses are inflatable mattresses, and in comparison to traditional mattresses, occupy less space, which in turn further drives the market.

Moreover, the odorless nature of these products, as well as their capacity to inflate to full size as well as their robustness, have contributed to their increased appeal. Furthermore, these goods alter their stiffness over time to benefit people with joint and back pain issues, making them more convenient for such end-users. According to the Health Policy Institute, in the United States, approximately 65 million people have back pain issues. [G1] 

The market growth is anticipated to be hampered by the susceptibility of air leaks in outdoor locations. The majority of air mattresses are comprised of polyvinyl chloride materials. This implies that they have the ability to release hazardous pollutants into the air and put people's health at risk. However, growing public awareness regarding the physical benefits of air mattresses, as well as increased tourism and extended vacations or adventures, have created lucrative opportunities for the air mattress industry.

Product Insights

Twin products generated a revenue of USD 54.5 million in 2018. A large number of consumers prefer to purchase these products due to their low price and easy availability through supermarkets and hypermarkets, convenience stores, and brand outlets. Consumer inclination towards nuclear family, coupled with the growing cost of urban real estate property, is driving the people towards small living rooms, which, in turn, will promote the utility of air mattresses in the upcoming years.

The king-size air mattress is expected to expand at the fastest CAGR of 10.5% from 2019 to 2025. The normal king-sized product will measure 76 x 80 inches, with a height of between 6.5 to 25 inches. Shifting consumer preference towards having super luxury beds in hotels and holiday resorts is playing a crucial role in expanding the market reach. Top hotel chains including JW Marriott, Hilton Hotels and Resorts, Hyatt Hotel Corporation, and InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) prefer to install air mattresses in their rooms and gardens. The manufacturers use premium quality cover materials including high GSM spun polyester fabric in order to produce air mattresses. Furthermore, a king-size air mattress is preferred during camping activities as it provides a large space with a comfortable sleeping experience.

Application Insights

The commercial application sector generated a revenue of USD 78.1 million in 2018. Consumers prefer to have extra bedding air mattress options in their rooms to avoid extra bedding charges. It has been observed that the majority of the hotels and hospitals install this product in their rooms. Furthermore, commercial institutes including hotels, hospitals, and holiday homes keep air mattresses on stock to accommodate extra guests.

The household application segment is projected to be the fastest-growing market, expanding at a CAGR of 9.4% from 2019 to 2025. Increasing urban real estate property cost is driving the buyers to purchase convenient and cost-effective bedding options. Air mattresses can be kept in the corner of a room when it is not in use. The manufacturers are offering electronically air filling technology to decrease human efforts. Furthermore, individuals whose mobility is strictly restricted due to the risk of developing bedsores and pressure wounds are expected to remain the key buyers of air mattresses.

Regional Insights

As of 2018, North America dominated the air mattress market, accounting for more than 35.0% share of the global revenue. Increasing emphasis on sleeping disorders among consumers due to high stressed life will boost the market growth in the coming years. Rising awareness regarding a healthy lifestyle among the consumers of the region is driving consumers to spend on sleeping beds and accessories. Therefore, the demand for air mattresses is expected to increase in the next few years as they can decrease the bedsore pain.

Asia Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region with a CAGR of 10.0% from 2019 to 2025. The growing working population in China, South Korea, and India as a result of an increasing number of employment opportunities in the private sector, coupled with the expansion of urban infrastructure, is expected to promote the purchasing power of consumers. Consumers prefer to use air mattresses in urban households due to their small flat sizes as these products are lightweight, convertible, and easy to fit in small places. By understanding this market opportunity, companies are increasing spending on innovation in order to expand their market reach. For instance, in September 2016, India-based mattress manufacturer, Kurlon launched kurlopedic technology with unique air-flow technology.

Key Companies & Market Share Insights

Key industry participants include Drive DeVilbiss Sidhil Ltd.; ALPS Mountaineering; SizeWise; LazerLazery; Sleepy Sleep; Restoration Goods; Bestway; Somnio LLC; American National Manufacturing, Inc.; Intex Development Co. Ltd.; and WENZEL Group. Over the past few years, companies have been adopting strategies such as mergers and acquisitions to increase their market reach. For instance, in April 2019, India-based “Kurlon” acquired U.S.-based luxury mattress brand “Spring Air” for around USD 10 million. This acquisition will help the company to increase its overall revenue. Additionally, new product launches with the inclusion of advanced features are expected to remain one of the key strategies among the industry participants over the next few years.

Recent Developments

• Agiliti, Inc., a notable provider of essential services to the healthcare industry in the United States, announced in October 2021 that it had acquired Sizewise Rentals, a well-known manufacturer & distributor of patient handling equipment, and specialty hospital beds and surfaces

Air Mattress Market Report Scope

Global Air Mattress Market Segmentation

This report forecasts revenue growth at the global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2015 to 2025. For the purpose of this study, Grand View Research has segmented the global air mattress market report on the basis of product, application, and region:

• Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2015 - 2025)

  • Twin

  • Full

  • Queen

  • King

  • Others

• Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2015 - 2025)

  • Commercial

  • Household

• Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2015 - 2025)

  • North America

    • The U.S.

  • Europe

    • U.K.

    • Germany

  • Asia Pacific

    • China

    • India

  • Central & South America

    • Brazil

  • Middle East & Africa

    • South Africa