Are upholstered or wooden headboards better?

It depends on your priorities. Across verified-purchase reviewers, upholstered headboards (like the Modway Lily and Lucid Mid-Rise) are favored for back-friendly cushioning when sitting up to read, while solid-wood options (AFI Richmond, Bme Vivian, Zinus Vivek) draw praise for durability and a structural, long-lasting feel. Upholstered fabric can stain or wear over time, which is why slipcovers exist as a separate category.