9 Lessons Your Parents Teach You About Best Cot Bed

How to Choose the Best Cot Bed

With so many baby must-haves to think about, choosing the ideal cot bed is one of the most important items to purchase. This guide has been created to assist you in choosing the right cot for your baby.

A premium option that is perfect for Scandi-style nurseries. It's a sturdy and long-lasting choice that can grow 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 is a cot for every nursery and budget. There are a myriad of options with various levels of longevity and even convert into toddler beds that can be used into the age of preschool and beyond. Obviously, the ones that convert into beds tend to be more expensive but the extra investment could be worth it in the event that you need a cot that lasts for many years, not just the duration of a few months.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley won our overall prize. Its luxurious aesthetics and simple to assemble design make it an ideal choice for those looking for an excellent cot that will last for a long time. The minimalist design and warm-toned finish will look fantastic in a Scandi nursery. This cot bed comes with a drawer that mum tester Katrina believed was more suitable than cheaper cots with a drawer built-in. It also has an anti-bite strip along the top rails of the cot, to prevent your child's teeth from getting stuck. But at PS599 with a mattress that is sold separately, this cot isn't cheap cots and it requires an Allen key to start it up.

The cot for the Elementary is a less expensive option that can give your baby a comfortable night's rest. It's part of the Anyday range by John Lewis. Our testers with parents were impressed by the simplicity of the design and quick, straightforward assembly. The cot is compact when folded and can be stored and easily tucked away into a carry bag that's about the size of a camp chair's carry case. It's not the best choice for camping in the car but it's perfect for people living in apartments or who won't be moving their cot too much.

The SnuzKot is another good affordable cot that we suggest, especially if you choose to purchase the toddler kit and mattress extender (sold separately). It can grow with your child until around four years old, and our dad tester loved the fact that it can be converted into a minimalist toddler bed, and also created a cocoon-like feeling with its fabric canopy.

Safety

A good cot will not only be in compliance with UK safety standards, but will also feel sturdy and secure. Find a sturdy design that includes safety bars or sides and a solid base, so your baby can't be able to climb out. Some cot beds will also include extra features, such as teething rails, under-bed drawers and even a crib that can help you organize your life while your baby is growing.

The Boori cot is made from sustainable Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata, so you can be confident in your purchase. It can be transformed from a cot to a toddler bed by leaving three sides open for security. There's also an extension kit available that will take it up to a larger bed when your child is ready.

This simple but stylish cot is an excellent choice for those with a tight budget. It's easy to set up and comes with clearly labeled parts and clear instructions. It comes with three mattress settings that allow you to alter the height of your baby as he grows. It can be used with standard mattress cots and is a good buy for the price.

If you're looking for a top cot, this is a great choice. It offers four mattress base positions when in cot mode, and will last until your baby is around three years old. It folds flat and comes with lockable wheels, making it extremely portable if you need to move it from room to room.

The cot is extremely light at only 6kg and comes with a handy bag for traveling. It's also very sturdy and has a sturdy frame that'll stand up to the raging toddlers. Our testers found it to be a bit tricky to put together, but the instructions were well-written and clear. The slats were placed far enough apart to avoid fingers getting caught between them. It's also a bit more expensive than the other cots that we looked at but it's well worth the price for its durability and functionality.

Design

When you are buying a cot bed, it's easy to be engrossed in the specifications and safety features, but don't overlook the design. The crib of your baby will be used for a long time, so it's essential to find one that you love and is also practical and functional.

The classic ickle bubba Bed is the best bed for those who love design with its sleek, modern version of the traditional sleigh design that doesn't have the bulky feeling that these types of beds can often feature. It also has plenty of storage space and features an open drawer that can be placed under the cot, as well as teething rails that can be affixed to the side of the. Our mom test subject found it sturdy and robust and has the ability to adjust the height of the base three times, which allows the bed to expand with your child.

Alternatively alternatively, the Modena cot bed from Tutti Bambini offers excellent value for money. It also has an elegant panel design that would suit any nursery. It's made to last until your child is six years old, converting first into a junior bed, and then into a stylish sofa bed. It's also one of 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 option for parents who want their cot to last for a long time.

Another option with a smart panelled design is the Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed, which comes in a variety of colour options to coordinate with the decor of your nursery. The storage drawer was particularly useful for bedding and clothes. Our mum testers were impressed by the features. It's also among the easiest cot beds for parents to put together, with all the pieces being clearly labelled and easy to understand instructions. It is also an excellent alternative for those with limited space because it can be rolled up and rolled down. It fits a standard cot mattress (140cm 70cm x 140cm) and is suitable from the time of birth until toddlerhood, mini Cot beds with an extension kit that allows it to be used up until your child is 10 years older.

Convertibility

There are many baby cots on sale essentials that you should consider as you become a new parent. One of the most important items to think about is a top-quality crib bed. You want it to last as long as you can and evolve with your child so they can have a safe bed to sleep in.

Some cots are designed to be more than just a bed for children. The Boori Eton Cot Bed is our top pick. It can be converted into an infant (L207cm, W147cm, H90cm) as well as it can also be used as a daybed (L234cm, W145cm and H70cm), and sofa (L234cm, W145cm, H70cm). This makes it our most durable pick and will last from birth through the time of their childhood.

It's expensive compared to some of the other cot beds we tested, but it has an attractive look and feel that will fit in with any nursery. The instructions could be more clear, but our parent test subjects were impressed with the ease with which it was for them to build and set up. This is a minor fault however, since it was still a breeze and took less than 30 minutes to complete.

This cot has four different base heights for the mattress. This is an upgrade from the three standard options. This lets you adjust the cot as your child grows. They might require a higher or lower base level, based on their age and ability. It includes teething rails that can be useful and a plastic strip on the top to keep it from being bit.

The grey finish was the most popular of our dad tester. It's not expensive but it's an excellent value for money, as it will see your child through toddlerhood and beyond. It also comes with an one-year guarantee and gives you peace of mind that it's sturdy and durable. The only thing you'll have to buy separately is a mattress which isn't included.