How to Choose the best cot beds Cot Bed

The best cot bed is a essential item for any baby. So we've put together this guide to help you choose the perfect choice for your baby.

A high-quality bed that will look great in nursery spaces that are reminiscent of Scandi. This sturdy and durable choice can grow with your baby with three mattress positions, and the ability to remove the sides to create a stylish bench-style toddler bed.

Budget

When it comes to cots there's something to suit every budget and every nursery. There are a myriad of choices that come with different durations, some of which can be transformed into toddler beds to be used in the preschool years or beyond. Naturally, those that convert into beds are generally more expensive, but the investment could be worth it if you want a cot that lasts for a long time instead of just for a few months.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley won our overall award. Its stunning aesthetics and easy-to assemble design make it a great option for those who want a high-quality cot that will last for a lifetime. Our parents liked the minimalist design and warm oak finish of this model, which looks amazing in a modern-style Scandi nursery. This cot bed also has a drawer that mum tester Katrina found to be an improvement over less expensive cots with a built-in drawer, and an anti-bite strip of plastic on the top of the rails of the cot to prevent your child from getting their teeth stuck between the bars. This cot bed is not expensive, and requires an Allen key for setup.

The cot for the Elementary is a cheaper option that will give your baby a good night's sleep. It's part of the Anyday collection by John Lewis. Our parents were impressed by the simplicity of the design and easy assembly. The cot is small when folded and can be stored easily, fitting into a carry bag that's as big as a camp chair's carry case. It's not the best rated cribs choice for car camping, but should be fine for apartment life or those who won't be moving their cot too much.

The SnuzKot is another good budget-friendly cot that 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 are around four years old. Our dad tester loved that it could be converted into a modern-looking toddler bed and create the feeling of a cocoon by putting up a fabric canopy.

Safety

A cot that is of good quality must not only meet strict UK safety standards, but also be sturdy and comfortable to the touch. Find a sturdy style with bars of safety or sides and a solid foundation so that your baby is not able to get out. Some cots have additional features such as teething rails and drawers under the bed that can help you orgabr/>The icklebubba Snowdon Classic bed is the ideal bed for design-lovers. Its sleek, modern version of the classic sleigh style isn't as bulky that these types of cots can provide. It's got plenty of space-saving storage and storage options, including an under-bed drawer that can be tucked away beneath the cot and teething rails on the side. It was strong and sturdy. The three-position height of the base lets it grow with your child.

If you prefer alternatively, the Modena cot bed from Tutti Bambini offers excellent value for money and has a stylish panel design that is perfect for any nursery. It's made to last until they reach the age of six older. It transforms into a junior mattress and it transforms into a stylish sofa bed. It's also one of the only cot beds we tested to have draw as well as a hanging rail and teething rails. Its solid pine construction makes it a great choice for parents who want their cot bed to last for a long time.

Another option with a smart panel design is the Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed, which is available in several colors to match your nursery decor. Our mom testers loved its unique features, with the drawer for storage being particularly useful for storing bedding and clothing. It's also the easiest cot bed to assemble. The components are clearly labeled and the instructions are easy to follow. It's also a great choice for those with a small space as it can be collapsed and best cot bed flat-packed. It can be used with an ordinary cot mattress (140cm 70cm x 140cm) and is suitable from birth to toddlerhood with an extension kit that permits it to be used up until your child is 10 years old.

Convertibility

If you're a new parent there are a myriad of essential items for babies to consider. One of the most important items to consider is a high-quality crib bed. You want it to last for as long as you can and evolve with your child, so that they have a safe bed to sleep in.

Some cots are designed to be more than just a bed for toddlers. The Boori Eton Cot Bed is our top pick. It converts into an infant (L207cm, W147cm, H90cm), the daybed (L234cm, W145cm and H70cm), and sofa (L234cm, W145cm, and H70cm). This makes it our top choice for durability that will last from birth until childhood.

It's not cheap compared to some of the other cot beds that we test, but it comes with an attractive appearance and feel that would suit any nursery. Our parents were amazed by how easy it was to put together and construct, although they did note that the instructions could be more clear. This isn't a major issue however, as it was a breeze and took less than 30 minutes to complete.

The cot comes with four different mattress base heights. This is an improvement over the three most common options. This lets you adjust the cot as your child grows. They may need a lower or higher base level based on their age and capabilities. It also comes with teething rails and a plastic strip along the top to protect it from biting.

The grey finish was the most popular of our dad's testers. It's not expensive however it offers excellent value for money since it will last your child through the age of toddler and beyond. It's also covered by an assurance of one year so you can be confident that it will last. The only thing you'll need to buy separately is a mattress, which is not included.