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How to Choose the Best Cot Bed

With so many essentials for babies to consider, the best cot bed is one of the most important items to purchase. This guide will assist you in choosing the right cot for your baby.

A high-quality bed that is perfect for Scandi-style nurseries. It's a durable and sturdy option that will grow with your child, with three mattress height options and the ability to remove the sides for a sleek bench-style toddler bed.

Budget

When it comes to cots there's something for every budget and every nursery. There are a variety of options with different lifespans and some of them can be transformed into toddler beds that can be used in the age of preschool or beyond. The ones that can be converted into a bed are more expensive, however they last longer.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley won our overall award. Its stunning aesthetics and simple to assemble design make it an ideal choice for those looking for an excellent cot that will last a lifetime. The minimalist design and warm color will look great in a Scandi nursery. The cot bed also has a drawer, which mom tester Katrina thought was a better option than some cheaper cots that come with an inbuilt drawer, and an anti-bite plastic strip across the top of the cot rails to guard your child from getting their teeth caught in the bars. This cot bed isn't cheap, and requires an Allen key for setting up.

A more affordable alternative that will still provide your baby a comfortable night's rest is the cot that's Elementary from John Lewis' Anyday range. The basic design and easy assembly were praised by our parents who tested it. The cot is small when folded and can be stored and easily tucked away into a carry bag that's the size of the carry case for a camp chair. It's not the Best cot for newborn choice for car camping but it's perfect for people living in apartments or who don't need to move their cot too much.

The SnuzKot is another good budget-friendly cot that we recommend particularly if you decide to opt for the toddler kit and mattress extender (sold separately). It can grow with your child until about four years old, and our dad tester loved the fact it converted to a minimal-looking toddler bed and gave a cocoon-like feeling with its fabric canopy.

Safety

A good cot is not just required to meet the strict UK safety standards, but it must also be sturdy and feel secure. Find a sturdy style with bars of safety or sides, and a solid foundation, so that your baby is not able to get out. Some cots have additional features such as teething rails, or drawers under the bed that can aid you in staying organized as your baby develops.

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

This stylish but simple cot is a great choice for those with a tight budget. It's easy to assemble and comes with clearly labeled parts and clear instructions. It has three mattress settings, so you can adjust the height as your baby grows. It can be used with standard cot mattresses and is a good purchase for the price.

If you're looking for a premium cot, this one is a good choice. It has an impressive four mattress base positions when in cot mode and will last until your child is three years old. It folds up and has wheels that lock, making it portable for moving it from one room to the next.

This cot is very lightweight at just 6kg and comes with a convenient bag to carry it around in. It's also extremely sturdy, with a strong frame that can handle boisterous toddlers. The instructions were well written and clear, however our testers found the assembly a bit difficult. They noted that the slats are spaced sufficiently apart to avoid fingers getting caught in between them. It's also more expensive than other cots we have reviewed, but the durability and functionality make it worth the investment.

Design

When buying a cot bed it's easy to get caught up in the specs and safety features, but don't neglect the design. Your baby's cot will be used for a long time so it's essential to find one that you love as well as is functional and practical.

The classic ickle bubba Bed is the ideal bed for those who appreciate design 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 offers space-saving storage and has a pull-out drawer that fits under the cot, and teething rails that can be connected to the side. It was sturdy and robust. The three-position height of the base allows it to expand with your baby.

The Modena cot-bed by Tutti Bambini is a great value and comes in a panelled design that will suit any nursery. It is made to last until they reach the age of six old. It can be converted into a junior mattress and transforms into a chic sofa bed. It is also one of only a few cot beds that we tested with the option of a drawer as well as a teething rail and a hanging rail.

Another option with a smart panelled design is the Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed, that is available in a variety of color options to fit the decor of your nursery. Our mum testers loved its unique features and the drawer for storage being particularly useful for storing bedding and clothes. It's also the easiest cot beds to assemble. The pieces are clearly labelled, and the directions are easy to follow. It's also a great option for those who have a limited space as it can be collapsed and then flat-packed. 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

If you're a new parent there are a myriad of baby essentials to think about. One of the most important is a good quality cot bed - you want something that lasts for as long as you can and will change with your child to provide them a safe and secure place to sleep.

Some cots are designed to be more than a bed for children. Our top pick is the Boori Eton Convertible Bed, which converts into an infant bed (L207cm x W147cm x H90cm), as well as a daybed and sofa (L234cm x W145cm and H70cm). This makes it our most durable choice, as it will last your child from birth to childhood.

It's not cheap when compared to other cot beds we test, but it comes with a premium design and feel that will be a perfect fit for any nursery. The instructions could be more clear, but our parent testers were impressed by how easy it was to construct and put up. This is a minor fault however, since it was incredibly simple and took just 30 minutes to complete.

The cot bed sales comes with four different mattress base heights. This is an upgrade over the three most common options. This lets you adjust the cot as your child develops. They might require a lower or higher base level, based on their age and abilities. It comes with teething rails that are useful and a plastic strip on the top to prevent it from becoming a bit.

The grey finish was the preferred of our dad test-driver. It's not cheap baby cots, however it is a an excellent value, because it will last into the toddler years and beyond. Plus, it's covered by an one-year guarantee which gives you assurance that it's sturdy and long-lasting. The only thing you'll need to buy an additional mattress, which isn't included.