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Best BariatricTransfer Master
Transfer Master Companion HD
Heavy-duty bariatric hospital bed for home use — 600 lb capacity
Warranty
Lifetime frame, 5-year motors
Trial
30 days
Delivery
White glove delivery
Weight Capacity
600 lbs (SHD: 850 lbs)
Our Verdict
The Transfer Master Companion HD is purpose-built for heavier individuals who need medical-grade adjustability at home. With a 600 lb capacity (or 850 lbs in the SHD configuration), reinforced steel frame, and heavy-duty Linak actuators, it provides the same 5-function positioning as the Supernal 5 but with the structural integrity to support bariatric patients safely. Like all Transfer Master beds, it offers residential styling options so it doesn't look like a hospital bed.
Ratings Breakdown
Specifications
Weight Capacity
600 lbs (SHD: 850 lbs)
Height Range
10" – 26" floor to deck
Sizes Available
Twin, Full, Queen, Split King
Mattress Included
No (sold separately)
Positions
Head up • Foot up • Hi-Low height • Trendelenburg • Flat
Pros
- 600 lb capacity standard, 850 lb SHD option
- Reinforced steel frame with heavy-duty welds
- All 5 positions including Trendelenburg
- Same residential aesthetics as Supernal line
- Linak actuators (industry-leading motor brand)
- Made in the USA with lifetime frame warranty
Cons
- Highest price point in the category ($6,500+)
- Very heavy — requires professional installation
- Limited availability — custom build to order
- Mattress sold separately (bariatric mattress adds $800-1,500)
Best For
- Bariatric patients needing reliable home hospital bed
- Users over 300 lbs wanting full medical adjustability
- Long-term home care situations
- Caregivers of heavier patients needing height adjustment
Not Ideal For
- Average-weight users (Supernal 5 is more cost-effective)
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Temporary or short-term recovery needs
Key Features
Reinforced Steel Frame
Heavy-gauge steel with reinforced welds at every joint, tested to 1.5x rated capacity
Linak HD Actuators
Hospital-grade Danish motors rated for continuous heavy-duty use
Bariatric Deck
Wider sleeping surface option available for maximum patient comfort
Central Locking Casters
One-touch locking system on heavy-duty 4" casters
Emergency Lowering
Battery backup and manual crank override for power outage safety
Residential Headboard Compatible
Standard residential headboard mounting for a home-like appearance
User Reviews
Built for the job
My patient weighs 480 lbs and this bed doesn't creak, flex, or struggle. The motors are smooth and quiet. The height adjustment is essential for safe transfers. Money well spent for safety.
Finally a bed that doesn't feel clinical
At 420 lbs, I was terrified of needing a hospital bed. The Companion HD with the oak headboard looks like a regular bed. My wife sleeps in a matching bed next to mine. Life-changing.