How to Choose the Best Cot Bed

The best cot bed is a essential item for any baby. Therefore, we've created this guide to help you choose the ideal bed for your Baby beds.

This premium option fits perfectly it perfectly Scandi style nurseries. It's a sturdy and durable choice that can grow with your child, with three mattress height positions and the ability to remove the sides for a stylish bench-style toddler bed.

Budget

There's a cot that fits every nursery and budget. There are also a range of options with various levels of longevity and even convert into toddler beds that can be used through the age of preschool and beyond. The ones that can be transformed into beds are more expensive, however they last longer.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley won our overall prize. Its luxurious aesthetics and simple to assemble design make it a great option for those who want an excellent cot that will last for a long time. Our testers for parents liked the minimalist design and warm oak finish of this model, which will look beautiful in a contemporary nursery. This cot bed comes with a handy drawer, which mum tester Katrina felt was an improvement over cheaper cots offers that have an integrated drawer, as well as an anti-bite plastic strip across the top of the rails of the cot to prevent your child from getting their teeth stuck in the bars. The cot bed isn't expensive, and requires an Allen key for setup.

A more budget-friendly option that still gives your baby a comfy night's rest is the Elementary cot from John Lewis' Anyday range. Our testers with parents were impressed by the simplicity of the design and easy assembly. The cot is foldable down and stored easily because it fits in bags that are similar to that used for the camping chair. It's a bit light which means it might not be ideal for camping in the car however it's suitable for living in an apartment or for those who don't plan to move their cot around all the time.

The SnuzKot is an additional budget-friendly cot we recommend, especially if you choose to opt for the toddler kit and mattress extender (sold separately). It will grow with your baby until they reach four years old. Our dad tester loved that it could be converted into a minimalist toddler bed, and created the feeling of a cocoon with its fabric canopy.

Safety

A cot that is of good quality should not only meet the strict UK safety standards, but also be sturdy and secure. Look for a sturdy design with bars of safety or sides and a solid base so that your baby cot online is not able to climb out. Some cot beds have additional features, such as teething rails and drawers under the bed, which can help you organize your life while your little one is growing.

The Boori cot is constructed of sustainable Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata, so you can be sure of your purchase. It can be transformed from a cot into a toddler bed by leaving three sides open for security. There is also an extension kit available which can convert it to a larger bed when your child is ready.

This simple but stylish cot is a great option when you're on a tight budget. It's easy to set up, with clearly labelled parts and clear instructions. It comes with three mattress height settings, so you can alter the height as your baby grows. It fits most standard cot mattress and is a great buy for the price.

If you're looking for a premium cot, this one is a great option. It offers four mattress base positions in the cot position and will last until your baby cot online is about three years old. It is also foldable and has wheels that lock, making it easy to move it from room to.

This cot is very light at just 6kg, and comes with a handy bag for travel. It's also extremely durable and has a strong frame that'll stand up to the raging toddlers. Our testers found it to be a little difficult to put together, but the instructions were well-written and clear. The slats were spaced sufficiently apart to keep fingers from getting trapped between them. It's also more expensive than other cots we have reviewed, however the durability and functionality make it worth the investment.

Design

It's easy to overlook the style when purchasing a cot-bed. The crib of your baby will be in use for a long time, so it's essential to find one that you love and is also functional and practical.

The icklebubba Snowdon Classic bed is the best cot for those who love design. Its sleek, modern version of the classic sleigh style doesn't have that bulky feeling that these cots are known for. It also offers space-saving storage and has an extra drawer that slides under the cot, and teething rails that can be attached to the side of the. Our mother test subject found it sturdy and robust and has a three-position base height that allows the bed to expand with your child.

The Modena cot-bed by Tutti Bambini is a great value and comes with a panelled design that will fit in with any nursery. It's designed to be used until your child is six years old, and then it transforms first into a junior bed, and then into a stylish sofa bed. It's also among the only cot cribs beds we tested to have draw as well as a hanging rail and teething rails. Its solid pine construction makes it a good option for parents who want their cot bed to last for a long time.

The Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed is another option with a panelled design. It comes in a range of colors to complement your nursery's decor. Our mom testers were impressed by its clever features including the storage drawer being especially useful for storing bedding and clothes. It is also one of the most simple cot beds to assemble. The components are clearly labeled and the directions are easy to follow. It is also an excellent choice for those who have limited space because it can be rolled up and then collapsed. It fits an ordinary cot mattress (140cm x 70cm) and is suitable from birth to toddlerhood with an extension kit that allows it to be used up until your child is 10 years old.

Convertability

There are many baby essentials that you must consider when the new parent. One of the most important is a good quality cot bed - you want something that will last for as long as you can and will change with your child to provide them a safe and comfortable place to sleep.

While the majority of cots can be made to toddler beds through the purchase of a conversion kit certain cots are designed to go beyond this. The Boori Eton Cot Bed is our top choice. It can be converted into an infant (L207cm, W147cm H90cm), a daybed (L234cm, W145cm and H70cm), and a sofa (L234cm, W145cm, H70cm). This makes it the longest-lasting choice on our list, as it will last your child through childhood to.

It's a bit more expensive than the other cot-beds we tested however, its high-end look and feel will fit in any nursery. Our parents who tested it were impressed by how simple it was to put together and construct but they did say that the instructions could be more clear. This isn't a major issue however, as it was still very straightforward and took less than 30 minutes to complete.

Another unique characteristic of this cot is that it has four mattress heights for the base which is an upgrade on the three most common options. This gives you the flexibility to adjust it as your child grows, because they might require a lower or higher base level based on their age and abilities. It comes with teething rails that can be useful as well as a plastic strip on the top to keep it from being bit.

The cot is available in a variety of Scandi-inspired finishes, and our dad tester was attracted by the grey-colored finish. It's not inexpensive, but it does offer excellent value for money since it will take your child through to toddlerhood and beyond. It's also covered by an assurance of one year so you can be sure it will last. The only thing you'll need to purchase an additional mattress, that's not included.