How to Choose the Best Cot Bed

The best cot bed is a must-have for any baby. We've put together this guide to help you choose the perfect bed for your baby.

This top-quality option is perfect in Scandi style nursery. It's a sturdy and long-lasting option that grows with your child. It has three mattress height positions and the ability to remove the sides for a sleek bench-style toddler bed.

Budget

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

The Mamas & Papas Coxley won our overall prize. Its gorgeous design and easy to assemble makes it a fantastic choice for parents looking for a high-quality sale cot that will last a lifetime. The sleek design and warm-toned finish will look fantastic in an Scandi nursery. The cot bed also comes with a handy drawer, which mum tester Katrina thought was superior to less expensive cots with 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 caught in the bars. But at PS599 with a mattress sold separately, this cot isn't cheap and it requires an Allen key to make it functional.

The Elementary cot is a cheaper option that can give your baby a peaceful night's sleep. It's part of the range called Anyday by John Lewis. Our testers with parents loved the simple design and simple assembly. The cot is small when folded and can be stored and easily tucked away into a carry bag that's as big as the carry case for a camp chair. It's lighter than the average cot which means it might not be suitable for camping in the car, but it should be fine for living in an apartment or for those who don't plan to move their cot all the time.

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 can grow with your child until they're about four years old, and our dad tester loved the fact that it can be converted into a minimal-looking toddler bed and gave an ambiance of cocoons by incorporating a fabric canopy.

Safety

A good cot should not only meet the strict UK safety standards, but it should also be sturdy and feel secure. Choose a sturdy design with safety bars or sides, and a solid foundation, so that your baby cannot easily climb out. Some cot beds will also come with extra features such as teething rails, under-bed drawers and even a crib that can help you organize your home while your baby is growing.

The Boori cot is constructed of sustainable Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata, so you can be confident in the purchase. It can be converted from a cot into a toddler bed by leaving three sides open for security. There is an extension kit available that can transform it to a full-sized bed when your child's ready.

This elegant and simple cot is a great option for those on a limited budget. It is easy to assemble with clearly marked parts and clear instructions. It has three mattress height settings, so you can adjust it as your baby grows. It is compatible with most cots with a standard mattresses and is an excellent buy for the price.

This is a great choice If you're looking for an extremely high-end cot. It comes with four mattress positions in cot mode, and will last until your baby is about three years old. It is also foldable and has wheels that lock, making it easy to move it from one room to the next.

The cot is extremely lightweight at just 6kg and comes with a great bag for travel. It's also extremely sturdy and has a sturdy frame that can withstand boisterous toddlers. Our test subjects found it a bit tricky to put together, however the instructions were clear and well-written. They also noted that the slats are far enough apart to prevent fingers getting caught in between them. It is also more expensive than other cots offers we have reviewed, but the durability and function make it worth the investment.

Design

It's easy to overlook the design when you are buying a cot bed. It's important that you choose a cot that is both functional and beautiful.

The classic ickle bubba Bed is the ideal bed for those who love design, with its sleek modern take on a traditional sleigh design that does not have the bulky look that these types of beds can often come with. It also has plenty of space-saving storage and has a pull-out drawer that fits under the cot, as well as teething rails that can be connected to the side of the. It was sturdy and durable. The three-position height of the base allows it to grow with your baby.

If you prefer you can choose the Modena cot bed from Tutti Bambini offers excellent value for money and has an elegant panel design that would suit any nursery. It is designed to last until they are six years older. It converts into a junior mattress and then into an elegant sofa bed. It's also one of the cot beds that we tested to have a draw, a hanging rail and teething rails, while its solid pine construction makes it a great option for parents who want their cot to endure the test of time.

The Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed is another option with an elegant panel design. It comes in a range of colors to match your nursery decor. The storage drawer was particularly useful for Baby Cots On Sale clothing and bedding. Our mum testers were impressed with the features. It's also among the easiest cot beds to build, with all pieces clearly labeled and easy to understand instructions. It's also a great option for those with a small space as it can be folded and flat-packed. It can be used with the standard cot mattress (140cm 70cm x 140cm) and is suitable from the time of birth until toddlerhood, with an extension kit that permits it to be used until your child is 10 years older.

Convertibility

There are many baby essentials that you must consider when the new parent. One of the most important things to consider is a high-quality crib bed. You want it to last for as long as possible and grow with your child so that they have a secure place to sleep.

Some cots are designed to be more than a toddler bed. The Boori Eton Cot Bed is our top choice. It can be converted to an infant (L207cm, W147cm, H90cm) as well as the daybed (L234cm, W145cm and H70cm), and a sofa (L234cm, W145cm, H70cm). This makes it our most durable choice and will last your child from birth to childhood.

It's not cheap in comparison to other cot beds that we test, but it comes with an attractive look and feel that will fit in with any nursery. The instructions could have been more precise, but our parent test subjects were impressed with the ease with which it was for them to build and put up. This isn't a major issue, though, considering it was a breeze and took less than 30 minutes to complete.

Another great aspect of this cot is the fact that it has four mattress base heights which is an upgrade on the three most common options. This allows you to alter the height of the cot as your child grows. They may need an upper or lower base level depending on their age and abilities. It comes with teething rails that can be useful and a plastic strip at the top to keep it from becoming a bit.

This cot is available in a variety of Scandi-inspired finishes, and our dad tester was impressed by the grey finish. It is not cheap but it offers an excellent value, since it will last through toddlerhood and beyond. It also comes with one-year warranty, so you can be sure it will last. The only thing you'll have to purchase separately is a mattress, that's not included.