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How to Choose the Best Cot Bed

The best cot bed is a essential item for any baby. This guide has been created to help you choose the right bed for your baby.

A premium option that fits beautifully in Scandi-style nursery rooms. It's a durable and sturdy option that grows with your child. It has 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's also a variety of options that provide different amounts of longevity and some convert into toddler beds to be used into the preschool years and beyond. Obviously, the ones which convert into beds do tend to be more expensive but the extra cost can be well-repaid in the event that you need an item that lasts 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 makes it a fantastic choice for those looking for an upscale cot that can last for a lifetime. Our parents loved the minimalist design and warm oak finish of this model, which will look amazing in a modern-style Scandi nursery. This cot bed also comes with a handy drawer, which mom tester Katrina found to be superior to cheaper cots and tots that have an integrated drawer, as well as an anti-bite strip of plastic across the top ranked cribs of the cot rails to protect your child from getting their teeth stuck in the bars. But at PS599 with a mattress that is sold separately the bed isn't cheap cots, and it does require an Allen key to make it functional.

The Elementary cot is a less expensive option that can give your baby a comfortable night's sleep. It's part of the Anyday collection by John Lewis. Our parents were impressed by the simplicity of the design and simple assembly. The cot can be folded up and stored easily, because it fits in bags that are similar to the one used to store the camping chair. It's on the lightweight side, meaning it may not be ideal 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 around too much.

The SnuzKot is another good budget-friendly cot we recommend, especially if you choose to go with the toddler kit and mattress extender (sold separately). It will expand with your child until they reach four years old. Our dad tester loved that it could be converted into a modern-looking toddler bed, and created the feeling of a cocoon with its fabric canopy.

Safety

A good cot will not only meet UK safety standards but also feel solid and secure. Find a sturdy design that includes safety bars or sides, as well as solid foundations that your child can't easily get out. Some cots include extra features like teething rails, under-bed drawers and even a crib that can help you keep things organised while your baby is growing.

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

This stylish and simple cot is a great choice if you're on a budget. It's easy to assemble and comes with clearly labeled parts and clear instructions. It has three mattress height settings, so you can alter the height 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 are looking for an expensive cot. It comes with four mattress base positions in the cot position and will last until your baby is about three years old. It folds flat and comes with locking 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 one of the smallest cots that we tested, weighing just 6kg. It's also extremely durable, with a strong frame that'll stand up to noisy toddlers. The instructions were well written and clear, but our testers found the assembly to be a little challenging. The slats were set apart to prevent fingers from getting trapped between them. It is also more expensive than other cots we have reviewed but the quality and durability are worth the cost.

Design

When buying a cot bed it's easy to get caught up in the specifications and safety features, but don't forget the style. The crib of your baby will be in use for a long time, so it's important to find one that you love and also is practical and functional.

The icklebubba Classic Cot bed is the perfect cot for those who love design. Its sleek, modern version of the traditional sleigh style does not have the bulky feel that these types of cots can provide. It has plenty of space-saving storage, including a drawer that fits underneath the cot and teething rails on the sides. It was strong and sturdy. The three-position height of the base allows it to grow with your child.

The Modena cot-bed from Tutti Bambini is a great value and comes in a panelled design that can fit in with any nursery. It is designed to last until they are six years old. It converts into a junior mattress, and then into an elegant sofa bed. It's 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 panel design is the Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed, which is available in several color options to fit the decor of your nursery. The storage drawer was especially useful for bedding and clothes. Our mum testers were impressed with its features. It's also among the most simple cot beds to assemble, with all the pieces clearly labeled and easy to understand instructions. It is also an excellent alternative for those with little space since it can be folded flat and rolled down. It fits 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. older.

Convertibility

If you're a new parent, there are plenty of baby must-haves to consider. One of the most important is a good quality cot bed - you want something that will last for as long as you can and grow with your child to provide them a safe and secure place to sleep.

Although most cots can be converted into toddler beds with the purchase of a conversion kit some cots are made to go a step further than this. The Boori Eton Cot Bed is our top choice. It converts into a toddler (L207cm, W147cm, H90cm) and the daybed (L234cm, W145cm and H70cm), and sofa (L234cm, W145cm, H70cm). This makes it our top choice for durability and will last from birth through the age of.

It's a bit more expensive than the other cot-beds we tested however its superior appearance and feel can be found in any nursery. The instructions could be more clear, but our parent test subjects were impressed with how easy it was to construct and install. This is a minor fault however, since it was still a breeze and took just 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 most popular options. This allows you to alter the height of the cot as your child develops. They might require a lower or higher base level based on their age and ability. It also comes with useful teething rails as well as a plastic strip that runs along the top ranked cribs to shield it from biting.

This cot comes in a variety of Scandi-inspired colors and our dad tester was impressed by the grey finish. It's not expensive but it's excellent value for money since it will see your child through toddlerhood and beyond. Plus, it's covered by one-year warranties, so you have confidence that it's sturdy and long-lasting. The only thing you'll need to buy separately is a mattress, which is not included.