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The best cot bed is a must-have for every baby. This guide has been created to assist you in choosing the right cot for your baby.
A top-quality option that is perfect for Scandi-style nursery rooms. This sturdy and durable choice can grow with your baby, with three mattress positions, and the ability remove the sides to create a stylish bench style toddler bed.
Budget
When you think of cots, there's something for every budget and every nursery. There's also a variety of options with various levels of longevity and even convert into toddler beds to be used throughout the age of preschool and beyond. Naturally, those that convert into beds do tend to be more expensive, but the investment could be worth it when you're looking for a cot that lasts for many years, not just for a few months.
The Mamas & Papas Coxley was our overall winner thanks to its luxurious aesthetic and easy-to-assemble design. It's a great choice for parents looking for an excellent crib that can stand the test of time. Our testers for parents liked the minimalist design and warm oak finish of this model, which looks stunning in a Scandi-style nursery. This cot bed has a drawer that mum tester Katrina felt was superior to cheaper cots that have an integrated drawer, as well as an anti-bite strip of plastic across the top of the cot rails to protect your child from getting their teeth caught in the bars. However, at over PS599 with a mattress that is sold separately the bed isn't cheap cots, and it does require an Allen key to get it up and running.
A more budget-friendly alternative that will still provide your baby a good night's sleep is the cot that's Elementary from John Lewis' Anyday range. Our parent testers were impressed by the simplicity of the design and easy assembly. The cot is foldable up and stored easily, since it can fit into bags that are similar to the one used to store a camping chair. It's a little on the lightweight side and therefore may not be ideal for camping in the car however it's suitable to live in apartments or for those who don't plan to move their cot around too much.
We recommend the SnuzKot for an alternative to a cot that is budget-friendly, particularly when it comes with a toddler kit (sold separately) and mattress extender. It will grow with your baby until they reach around four years old. Our father tester liked that it could be transformed into a minimalist toddler bed and create an atmosphere of cocoons with its fabric canopy.
Safety
A good cot will not only meet UK safety standards but also feel solid and secure. Find a sturdy style with bars of safety or sides and a solid foundation so that your baby cannot easily move out. Some cots include extra features such as teething rails, under-bed drawers and even a crib that can help you keep things organised while your little one is growing.
Parent test subject Becki says that her Boori cot "has been through three children and still looks amazing." Its traditional style will suit most homes and is made from sustainably-sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood, which means you can feel confident about your purchase. It can be converted to a toddler bed (leaving three sides up to provide reassurance) 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 simple but stylish cot is a great choice for those on a tight budget. It's simple to assemble with clearly marked components and clear instructions. It comes with three mattress settings that allow you to alter the height as your child grows. It is compatible with most standard crib mattresses and is a great value buy for the price.
If you're looking to buy a high-end cot, this one is a great choice. It offers four mattress positions in cot mode, and will last until your child is around three years old. It also folds flat and comes with locking wheels, making it very portable if you need to move it from room to room.
The cot comes with a convenient travel bag and is one of the smallest cots we've test at 6kg. 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, however the instructions were well-written and clear. The slats were spaced sufficiently apart to avoid fingers getting trapped between them. It is also more expensive than other cots that we have reviewed, however the durability and function make it worth the investment.
Design
It's easy to overlook the design when you are buying a cot bed. Your baby's cot will be in use for a long period of time, so it's important to find one that you enjoy as well as is practical and useful.
The icklebubba Snowdon Classic bed is the best cots cot for design lovers. Its sleek, modern take on the classic sleigh style doesn't have that bulky feeling that these cots to tots are known for. It's packed with storage space, including a drawer that fits underneath the cot, as well as teething rails on the side. It was sturdy and durable. The three-position height of the base lets it expand with your baby.
The Modena cot-bed by Tutti Bambini is a great value for money and comes in an elegant panel design that will be suitable for any nursery. It's made to last until your child reaches six years old, before transforming first into a junior bed, and later into a chic sofa bed. It's also among the cot beds that we tested to have an opening as well as a hanging rail and teething rails, while its solid pine construction makes it a great choice for parents who want their cot bed to stand the test of time.
The Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed is another option that has panels. It is available in a variety of colors to complement your nursery's decor. The storage drawer was especially useful for bedding and clothing. Our mom testers were impressed with the features. It's also the easiest cot beds to put together. The components are clearly labelled, and the directions are easy to follow. It is also an excellent option for those with limited space as it can be rolled up and then collapsed. It fits an ordinary cot mattress (140cm x 70cm) and is suitable from the time of birth until toddlerhood, with an extension kit that allows it to be used up until your child is 10 years older.
Convertibility
If you're a new parent there are a lot of baby essentials to think about. 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, giving them a secure and comfortable place to sleep.
While the majority of cots can be converted into toddler beds by the purchase of a conversion kit some cot beds are designed to go beyond this. The Boori Eton Cot Bed is our top choice. It can be converted into a toddler (L207cm, W147cm, H90cm) and the daybed (L234cm, W145cm and H70cm) and sofa (L234cm, W145cm, and H70cm). This is the longest-lasting option on our list, as it will last your child through from birth to childhood.
It's a little more expensive than the other cot-beds we tried, but its premium design and feel will look great in any nursery. Our parents were amazed by how easy it was to set up and build, although they did note that the instructions could be more clear. This is not a major issue however, since it was incredibly simple and took just 30 minutes to complete.
The cot comes with four different mattress base heights. This is an improvement over the three most popular options. This allows you to alter the height of the cot as your child develops. They may need an upper or lower base level, based on their age and capabilities. It includes teething rails that can be useful as well as a plastic strip on the top to prevent it from being bit.
The grey finish was the favorite of our dad tester. It's not expensive but it's an excellent value for money, as it will see your child through to toddlerhood and beyond. It also comes with one-year warranties which gives you assurance that it will be sturdy and long-lasting. The only thing you'll have to purchase an additional mattress, which isn't included.