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How to Choose the Best Cot Bed

The best cot bed is a essential item for any baby. We've created this guide to help you choose the right bed for your Baby Crib.

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 options and the ability to remove the sides to create a chic bench-style toddler bed.

Budget

There's a cot that fits every nursery and budget. There are a myriad of options with different levels of durability, with some converting into toddler beds to be used into the preschool years and beyond. Of course, the ones that convert into a bed are generally more expensive but the extra investment can really pay off when you're looking for a cot that will last for a long time instead of just the duration of a few months.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley won our overall award. Its gorgeous 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. This model's minimalist design and warm finish will look great in an Scandi nursery. The cot bed also comes with a handy drawer, which mum tester Katrina thought was a better option than some cheaper cots that have an integrated drawer, as well as an anti-bite plastic strip on the top of the rails of the cot to prevent your child from getting their teeth caught in the bars. However, at over PS599 with a mattress sold separately this crib isn't cheap. It requires an Allen key to make it functional.

A more budget-friendly option that still gives your baby cots on sale a comfortable night's rest is the cot that's Elementary from John Lewis' Anyday range. Our parent testers liked the simple design and quick, straightforward assembly. The cot can be folded up and stored easily, because it fits in bags that are similar to that used for a camping chair. It's not the best choice for camping in the car however it's suitable for those living in apartments or who won't be moving their cot a lot.

The SnuzKot is an additional budget-friendly cot we recommend particularly if you decide to go with the toddler kit and mattress extender (sold separately). It will expand with your child until they're around four years old, and our dad testers loved the fact it converted to an unassuming toddler bed and gave a cocoon-like feeling by incorporating a fabric canopy.

Safety

A cot that is safe and sturdy will not only be in compliance with UK safety standards, but will also feel sturdy and secure. Find a sturdy design with safety bars or sides, as well as a solid base that your child can't easily get out. Some cot beds will also have additional features like teething rails, under-bed drawers and even a crib, which can help you keep things organised while your baby is growing.

Parent test participant Becki says her Boori cot "has lasted through 3 children and is still beautiful." Its classic design will fit in with any home and is made of sustainable sources of Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood, which means you can feel confident about the purchase. It can be converted from a cot into a toddler bed by leaving three sides open to ensure safety. There's also an extension kit that will take it up to a larger bed when your child's ready.

This simple but stylish cot is a great option if you're on a budget. It's simple to assemble with clearly marked parts and clear instructions. It comes with three mattress settings that allow you to alter the height as your baby Cot online grows. It will fit on any standard cot mattresses and is a great purchase for the price.

This is an excellent choice If you're looking for an expensive cot. It offers four mattress positions in the cot position and will last until your child is around three years old. It also can be folded flat and has locking wheels, making it very convenient to move it from room to room.

This cot is lightweight at just 6kg and comes with a convenient bag to carry it around in. It's also extremely durable and has a strong frame that can withstand boisterous toddlers. The instructions were well written and clear, but our testers found the assembly to be a bit difficult. The slats were set apart to keep fingers from getting caught between them. It is also more expensive than other cots and tots that we have reviewed but the durability and functionality are worth the cost.

Design

It's easy to overlook the design when purchasing a cot-bed. Your baby's cot will be used for a long period of time, so it's essential to find one you like as well as is practical and functional.

The ickle bubba Snowdon Classic Bed is the best cot bed for design lovers, with its sleek modern design that is a modern take on the traditional sleigh design that doesn't have the bulky feeling that these types of beds can often come with. It also has plenty of storage space and features a pull-out drawer that fits under the cot, plus teething rails that can be connected to the side. Our mother tested it and found it sturdy and robust, with the ability to adjust the height of the base three times, which allows the bed to grow with your child.

Alternatively, the Modena cot bed from Tutti Bambini offers excellent value for money and comes with a stylish panel design that will look great in any nursery. It's designed to last until your child reaches six years old, converting first into a junior bed, and then into a stylish sofa bed. It's also among the only a handful of cot beds that we've tested with the option of a drawer, a teething rail, and a hanging rail.

Another option with a smart panelled design is the Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed, which comes in a variety of color options to fit the decor of your nursery. Our mom testers loved its clever features, with the drawer for storage being particularly useful for storing bedding and clothing. It is also one of the easiest cot bed to assemble. The components are clearly labeled and the instructions are simple to follow. It's also a great choice for those with a small space, since it can be folded down and Baby Cot Online then flat-packed. It's a standard cot mattress (140cm by 70cm) and is suitable for babies to toddlerhood. An extension kit permits it to be used until 10 years old.

Convertibility

If you're a newly-wed, there are plenty of baby must-haves to consider. One of the most important is a quality cot bed - you need something that will last as long as possible and will change with your child to give them a safe and secure place to sleep.

Although most cots can be transformed into toddler beds with the purchase of a conversion kit some cot beds are designed to go a step further than this. Our top choice is the Boori Eton Convertible Plus Bed, which converts into an infant bed (L207cm x W147cm x H90cm) and also a sofa and daybed (L234cm x W145cm and H70cm). This makes it our most durable pick that will last your child from birth through the time of their childhood.

It's more expensive than some of the other cot beds we tested however, its high-end appearance and feel can be found in any nursery. The instructions could be more precise, but our parent testers were awed by the ease with which it was for to construct and put up. This is a minor flaw, though, considering it was still a simple task and took less than 30 minutes to complete.

Another great feature of this cot is that it has four mattress base heights which is an upgrade on the three most popular options. This lets you adjust the cot as your child develops. They might require a higher or lower base level depending on their age and capabilities. It also comes with teething rails and a plastic strip on the top to guard it from biting.

The grey finish was the favorite of our dad test-driver. It is not cheap however it is a great value because it will last your child into the toddler years and beyond. It's also covered by a 1-year warranty so you can be confident that it will last. The only thing that you'll need to purchase separately is the mattress.