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How to Choose the Best Cot Bed

The best cot bed is an absolute must-have for every baby cot online. This guide has been created to help find the best choice for your baby.

This high-end option works perfectly in Scandi style nurseries. It's a sturdy and long-lasting option that will grow with your child, offering three mattress height positions and the ability to remove the sides for a stylish bench-style toddler bed.

Budget

There's a cot to fit every nursery and budget. There are also a range of options with different levels of durability and even convert into toddler beds for use into the preschool years and beyond. Naturally, those that convert into a bed are generally more expensive, but the investment can really pay off in the event that you need a cot that will last for years rather than just for a few months.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley won our overall award. Its luxurious design and easy to assemble make it an ideal choice for those looking for a high-quality cot that will last a lifetime. The minimalist design and warm finish is perfect for an Scandi nursery. The cot bed has an adjustable drawer that mom tester Katrina considered to be a better choice than some cheaper cots which have a drawer built in. It also has an anti-bite strip on the top rails of the cot to stop your child's teeth from getting stuck. However, at PS599 with a mattress that is sold separately the crib isn't cheap. It requires an Allen key to make it functional.

A less expensive option that will still give your baby a comfortable night's rest is the cot that's Elementary from John Lewis' Anyday range. Our parents loved the simple design and easy assembly. The cot is compact when folded and can be put away easily, fitting into a bag that's about the size of a camp chair's carry case. It's a little lighter than the average cot, meaning it may not be ideal for camping in the car but it's a good choice to live in apartments or for those who don't want to move their cot around for too long.

We recommend the SnuzKot for an alternative to a cot that is budget-friendly, particularly if it comes with the toddler kit (sold separately) and mattress extender. It will grow with your baby until they reach four years old. Our dad tester loved the possibility of converting it into a modern-looking toddler bed, and also create an atmosphere of cocoons with its fabric canopy.

Safety

A cot that is well-designed will not only be in compliance with UK safety standards but also feel sturdy and secure. Find a sturdy style with bars of safety or sides and a solid base so that your baby cannot easily climb out. Some cot beds will also include extra features, such as teething rails and under-bed drawers which can help keep things organised while your little one is growing.

The Boori cot is constructed of sustainable Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata, so you can feel confident about the purchase. It converts from a cot to a toddler bed (leaving three sides open to provide reassurance) and also has the option for an extension kit that takes it all the way up to a double bed when your child is ready.

This simple but stylish cot is an excellent choice for those with a tight budget. It's easy to set up, with clearly labelled parts and clear instructions. It has three mattress height settings, so you can alter the height as your baby grows. It will fit most standard mattress cots and is a great value buy for the money.

If you're looking for a premium cot, this is a good choice. It can be used as a cot, and comes with four mattress positions. It can last until your child are about three years old. It can also be folded and has wheels that lock, making it easy for moving it from one room to another.

The cot is extremely light at only 6kg and comes with a great bag for travel. It's also very sturdy and has a strong frame that can handle noisy toddlers. The instructions were well-written and clear, but our testers found the assembly to be a bit difficult. They also noted that the slats are far enough apart to prevent fingers getting caught in between them. It's also a bit more expensive than some of the other cots that we looked at, but it is worth the cost for its durability and functionality.

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 important to find one that you love and also is practical and useful.

The icklebubba Classic Cot bed is the perfect cot for those who love design. Its sleek, modern take on the classic sleigh style does not have the bulky feel that these types of cots can provide. It also has plenty of storage space and features an extra drawer that slides under the cot, as well as teething rails that can be attached to the side of the. Our mum tester found it to be sturdy and robust, with the ability to adjust the height of the base three times, which allows the bed to expand with your child.

The Modena cot-bed from Tutti Bambini is a great value and comes with a panelled design that will fit in with any nursery. It is made to last until they are six years older. It transforms into a junior mattress, and then into an elegant sofa bed. It's also among the few cot beds we tested that has a draw with a hanging rail as well as teething rails. Its solid pine construction makes it an excellent choice for parents who want their cot bed to endure the test of time.

Another option that has a stylish panelled design is the Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed, which comes in a variety of color options to fit the decor of your nursery. The storage drawer was especially useful for bedding and clothing. Our mom testers were awed by its features. It's also the easiest cot bed to put together. The pieces are clearly labelled, and the instructions are easy to follow. It is also an excellent choice for those who have limited space because it can be flat-packed and collapsed. It's a standard cot mattress (140cm by 70cm) and is suitable for babies through toddlerhood. An extension kit allows it to be used up to 10 years of age.

Convertibility

There are a variety of baby necessities that you should consider as a new parent. One of the most important is a quality cot bed - you need something that will last for as long as it can and will change with your child to provide them a safe and secure place to sleep.

While the majority of cots can be converted to toddler beds through the purchase of a conversion kit certain cots are designed to go a step further than this. The Boori Eton Cot Bed is our top choice. It converts into an infant (L207cm, W147cm, H90cm), a daybed (L234cm, W145cm and H70cm) and sofa (L234cm, W145cm and H70cm). This makes it our top choice for durability that will last your child from birth through childhood.

It's a little more expensive than the other cot-beds we tested however, its high-end appearance and feel can be found in any nursery. The instructions could have been more precise, but our parent testers were impressed by how easy it was for to construct and put up. This isn't a big issue, however, as it was still very simple and took less than thirty minutes to complete.

The cot comes with four different mattress base heights. This is an upgrade over the three most common options. This allows you to adjust it as your child grows, because they might require an upper or lower base level depending on their age and abilities. It includes teething rails that can be useful and a plastic strip on the top to keep it from being bit.

The grey finish was the most popular of our dad test-driver. It's not cheap but it's excellent value for money since it will take your child through toddlerhood and beyond. Additionally, it comes with a one-year warranty, so you have peace of mind that it's sturdy and durable. The only thing you'll need to purchase separately is the mattress.