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How to Choose the Best Cot Bed

With so many baby essentials to consider, a top cot bed is among the most important items to purchase. We've created this guide to assist you in choosing the right cot for your baby.

This premium option fits perfectly to be used in Scandi style nurseries. This sturdy and durable option can expand with your baby cot online with three mattress positions and the ability to take the sides off to create a chic bench-style toddler bed.

Budget

When it comes to cots there's a cot to fit every budget and every nursery. There are also different options with different lifespans some of which can be transformed into toddler beds that can be used into the age of preschool or beyond. Obviously, the ones that convert into a bed do tend to be more expensive, but the investment could be worth it if you want a cot that lasts for years rather than just a few months.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley was our overall winner thanks to its stunning design and easy-to-assemble design, making it an excellent choice for parents looking for an extremely high-quality crib that can stand the test of time. Our testers for parents appreciated the sleek design and cot beds warm oak finish of this model, which would look stunning in a Scandi-style nursery. The cot bed has an adjustable drawer that mom tester Katrina thought was an excellent alternative to less expensive online cots that 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 caught. But at PS599 with a mattress sold separately, this bed isn't cheap baby cots, and it requires an Allen key to get it up and running.

The Elementary cot is a more affordable option that will provide your baby a good night's sleep. It's part of the range called Anyday by John Lewis. Our testers with parents were impressed by the simplicity of the design and simple assembly. The cot can be folded up and stored easily, as it fits into bags similar to the one used to store the camping chair. It's on the lightweight side, meaning it may not be suitable for car camping but it should be fine for living in an apartment or for those who don't intend to move their cot around all the time.

We recommend the SnuzKot for another cot for under $100, particularly when it comes with the toddler kit (sold separately) and mattress extender. It can grow with your child until around four years old, and our dad testers loved the fact it converted to a minimal-looking toddler bed and created a cocoon-like feeling by incorporating a fabric canopy.

Safety

A good cot is not just required to meet the 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 cannot easily climb out. Some cot beds will also have additional features, such as teething rails, Cot Bed under-bed drawers and even a crib, which can help you keep things organised while your little one is growing.

The Boori cot is made of sustainable Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata, so you can be confident in the purchase. It can be converted to a toddler bed (leaving three sides open to provide security) and comes with an option of an extension kit that can take it all the way to a double bed when your child is ready.

This elegant and simple cot is a great choice for those on a limited budget. It's simple to put together, with clearly labelled parts and clear instructions. It has three mattress settings which allows you to adjust the height of your baby as he grows. It will fit most standard mattress cots and is a great value buy for the price.

If you're looking for a premium cot, this one is a great option. It can be used as a cot and has four mattress positions. It'll last your baby until they are around three years old. It folds flat and comes with locks on the wheels, making it very mobile if you have to move it from room to room.

The cot comes with a convenient travel bag and is among the smallest cots we've tested, weighing just 6kg. It's also extremely sturdy and has a strong frame that can withstand the raging toddlers. The instructions were well-written and clear, however our testers found the assembly a bit difficult. They noted that the slats are far enough apart to prevent fingers from getting caught between them. It's also a little more expensive than some of the other cots that we looked at but it's well worth the investment for its durability and utility.

Design

It's easy to overlook the style when purchasing a cot-bed. Your baby's cot will be in use for a long time, therefore it's crucial to choose one that you enjoy and is also practical and useful.

The classic ickle bubba Bed is the perfect cot bed for design lovers, with its sleek modern version of the traditional sleigh design that doesn't have the bulky feel that these beds usually come with. It also offers storage space, and comes with a pull-out drawer that fits under the cot, plus teething rails that can be attached to the side. It was strong and sturdy. The three-position height of the base allows it to expand with your baby.

If you prefer you can choose the Modena cot bed from Tutti Bambini offers excellent value for money and comes with a smart panelled look that will look great in any nursery. It's made to last until your child reaches six years old, and then it transforms first into a junior bed and later into a chic sofa bed. It's also among the only cot beds we tested that has an opening as well as a hanging rail and teething rails. Additionally, its solid pine construction makes it an excellent choice for parents who want their cot bed to stand the test of time.

Another option with a sleek panelled design is the Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed, that is available in a variety of colors to match your nursery decor. Our mom testers were impressed by its clever features and the storage drawer particularly useful for storing bedding and clothing. It's also among the easiest cot beds to build, with all pieces clearly labeled and easy to follow instructions. It's also a great option for those who have a limited space as it can be collapsed and then flat-packed. It can be used with the standard cot mattress (140cm 70cm x 140cm) and is suitable from birth to toddlerhood with an extension kit that allows it to be used up until your child turns 10 years old. old.

Convertibility

There are many baby cots on sale essentials you need to think about as a new parent. But one of the most important is a quality cot bed. You want something that will last for as long as you can and will grow with your child to give them a secure and comfortable place to sleep.

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

It's a bit pricey in comparison to other cot beds we evaluated, but it offers a premium look and feel that will fit in with any nursery. Our parents were impressed with how easy it was to set up and build, although they did note that the instructions could be clearer. This isn't a major issue but it was a breeze and took less than 30 minutes to complete.

Another unique feature of this cot is that it has four mattress base heights that are an improvement on the three standard options. This allows you to adjust it as your child gets older, because they might require an upper or lower base level based on their age and ability. It comes with teething rails that can be useful and a plastic strip on the top to stop it from becoming a bit.

The grey finish was the most popular of our dad test-driver. It is not cheap however it is a an excellent value, because it will last through the toddler years 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 have to buy separately is a mattress that's not included.