Customer Reviews

AeroBed Inflatable Bed, Queen

5 star:		(12)
4 star:		(5)
3 star:		(3)
2 star:		(7)
1 star:		(9)

 

 

I'd managed to avoid using the two "air mattresses" my mother keeps on hand for visitors...until last night. However, I was more than mildly surprised when my, "non-mechanical" daughter had her Aero Bed inflated and made in less than 5 minutes, which is no exaggeration! I took a bit longer as I was reading the instructions. Inflation could not be simpler: plug it in, make sure the valve on the other end is closed and push the button for about a minute. Voila...now make your bed.

Comfortable? Yes. We both slept very well, and there was no need to "top off" either of the two the mattress during the night as they stayed comfortably firm and appear to be very well made.

I figured it must be difficult getting the mattresses rolled up to fit in the carry bags...but again, it couldn't have been easier. Just open the valve to deflate, then fold the left and right sides into the middle. Roll up the mattress using the pump as your "core." Once rolled, close the valve, and put it back in the bag. This is so easy a child can do it...as my 11 year old daughter proved.

BTW - the electric cord with the power button is quite long - probably 10~12 feet - so you don't have to be close to an outlet. I also noticed a patch kit - just in case.

The Aero Bed worked great, and gave a good night's sleep. I'll be buying one of more of these before long. They'll be perfect for sleep-overs. It's a pleasure to write a 5 star review about something which has been well designed and well made - and I was initially a skeptic.

The bed does exactly as it claims. It is easy to set up, easy to take down, the pump fills it with air in a minute, and so on.

However, it keeps springing leaks. I have had mine for 5 weeks, and today I repaired the fifth leak. Now, repairing leaks is not all that hard, but it is an on-going hassle.

For those with trouble repairing the leak, here's the plan.

1) Fill the bed VERY FULL. If you don't fill it full enough, you won't find the leak.

2) Put your hand over each of the squares one at a time and press firmly. It might take you a few minutes to cover the entire bed.

3) You will find the leak because it will hiss and blow air against your hand.

Once you find the leak, just follow the repair directions.

However, I have now used up all of the special glue that came with the bed. I don't know enough about glue to know whether I can use Crazy Glue or Super Glue or Elmer's Glue or some other glue, or whether such glues will ruin the bed. I keep looking for additional repair kits, and I can't seem to find one. When I Google the Aerobed Vinyl Repair Kit, I get a lot of hits, but when I look at those sites, they all just say that additional kits can be purchased, but no one actually seems to sell the kit.

I tried the Aerobed web site (www.thinkaero.com) but the web site is down and it merely gives a customer service phone number. When I call Aerobed customer service, I get a recording that refers me back to the web site.

Having had the old version (the one w/ the pump on the outside) for 8 years, I finally decided to buy the new one that had the pump inside the mattress.

The new pump being inside made it so much easier to fold the mattress after use, and to put sheets on it. It has a better gasket that closes with a audible snap. However, the PVC material used to make the matress feels thinner and lighter in weight than the older version. The new mattress is also 1 inch shorter off the floor than the older version.

The older one seems sturdier than the newer one. My old one has been used as a box spring, out camping, in dorms and cabins for over 8 yrs.

They do not patch well. My older one finally got a pinpoint puncture that has been impossible to patch, hence the purchase of the new one.

Conclusion: I wish they still made the older one w/ the original dimensions and original PVC material and added improvements to the gasket and the pump placement.

I wasn't so sure if I'd like my AeroBed. I ordered it because I needed an additional bed at home and I didn't have space for another bed, and I didn't want to get a sleeper sofa.

I expected some fairly cheap manufacture and inflated [pardon the pun] claims about its useabilty. Well, I was surprised.

The unit is very well made. They've got that down. The seams are sturdy, the material is thick, and the pump and valve are first-rate. What more could you ask?

I'm now a fan of the bed. I'd recommend it. Aero also sells a bunch of accessories on their website such as collapsible bed stands to get the inflatable mattress off the floor; inflatable pillows, etc.

I think you'll be pleased that it's not cheaply made. I was.

I bought the bed after reading raving reviews. The bed was comfortable and I had great nights of sleep until last week. It leaked and I kept waking up feeling like I was in a rescue rubber raft. Now I'm back on my old futon until I can buy a real mattress. I was told that I could use the Aerobed as a normal mattress - not true. I spent a lot of money on something that is now sitting in my closet. For occasional use, I think this product is great but realistically, it's not a very good buy. Had I not experienced the air leaking, I would be adding more stars to the product but it only deserves a two star rating.

I purchased my AeroBed two years ago as a guest bed, and use it approximately 12 weekends a year. It does provide a comfortable sleep, and is very quick to set up. For the first six months, the AeroBed was simply incredible. Then the leaks started to come; first only occasionally, and then more frequently. It is now to the point where it requires three patches every weekend it is used. Moreover, all leaks come from the seams. Clearly this is a product that is not built to last. I regret spending the $180.00 for this bed. I emailed AeroBed with my concerns, and was told to call an 800 number. I'm too discouraged to follow up. I've decided to purchase the Coleman air mattress. At least if this bed leaks, we got what we paid for!

The product was great for the first two to three months, however like many before noted holes started to pop up from no where and I was extremely careful with the product. I tried an assortment of glues to repair the product however a spawn of new holes would emerge within days. This a great product for short term usage not long term. I tried using it for my bed for one year, it lasted seven months with an assortment of botched repair attempts.

I bought 3 of these beds and they ALL leaked within a month! WAY too expensive for that to happen and I'm NOT the only one that has experienced this. They are NO Good for long term use and because the Leak is so small, I cannot find it to Repair it! I just have to continue to blow it up 5-6 times during the night! Awful!!

I thought I was the only one with a leaking problem until I read the other reviews. Agree on all points that the bed is great for guests, but like others, mine started to spring leaks and I had to throw it away after having it for a little over a year.

I purchased my 2 months ago. I guess, it was design for occasional use only.
Since I am traveling consultant, who has to stay in different places (read rent apartments), I decided to buy one. 2 month later (it means 60 uses later) it started deflating. Yes it is great, if you will use it 5-6 times a year, it will last you 10 years.