9 Lessons Your Parents Teach You About Best Cot Bed

How to Choose the best infant cribs Cot Bed

The Best Baby Cots cot bed is a must-have for any baby. So we've put together this guide to help you choose the perfect choice for your baby.

A high-quality bed that will look great in nursery spaces that are reminiscent of Scandi. This sturdy and durable option 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 it comes to cots there's a cot to fit every budget and every nursery. There's also a variety of options that provide various levels of longevity and some convert into toddler beds for use through the age of preschool and beyond. The ones that can be turned into a bed are more expensive, however they last longer.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley won our overall award. Its luxurious aesthetics and easy-to assemble design make it a great option for those who want a high-quality cot that will last for a long time. The minimalist design and warm finish is perfect for the Scandi nursery. The cot bed has an adjustable drawer that mom tester Katrina believed was an excellent alternative to cheaper cots which have an integrated drawer. It also comes with an anti-bite strip on the top rails of the cot to stop your child's teeth from getting stuck. However, at over PS599 with a mattress that is sold separately, this crib isn't cheap. It requires an Allen key to start it up.

A less expensive option that will still give your baby a comfy night's rest is the small cot beds that's Elementary from John Lewis' Anyday range. The easy design and simple assembly were highly praised by our testers' parents. The cot is foldable down and stored easily because it fits in a bag the size of the one used to store the camping chair. It's a little lighter than the average cot which means it might not be suitable for camping in the car but it should be fine to live in apartments or for those who don't want to move their cot too much.

The SnuzKot is a good budget-friendly cot we recommend particularly if you decide to go with the toddler kit and mattress extender (sold separately). It will grow with your baby until they reach around four years old. Our father tester liked that it could be converted into a minimalist toddler bed, and created the feeling of a cocoon with its canopy made of fabric.

Safety

A cot that is safe and sturdy will not only meet UK safety standards, but will also feel sturdy and secure. Find a sturdy style with bars of safety or sides, and a solid base so that your baby cannot easily get out. Some mini cot beds beds come with extra features like teething rails and drawers under the bed that can help you keep things organised as your baby is growing.

Parent test participant Becki says that her Boori cot "has endured through 3 kids and is still beautiful." Its traditional style will suit most homes and is made of sustainably-sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood, which means you can feel confident about your purchase. It can be converted from a cot to a toddler bed (leaving three sides open to provide security) and also has the option to add an extension kit that takes it all the way up to a double bed when your child is ready.

This stylish but simple cot is an excellent choice for those with a tight budget. It's simple to put together and has clearly labeled components and clear instructions. It has three mattress height settings, so you can adjust it as your baby grows. It will fit on any standard cot mattresses and is a great purchase for the price.

This is an excellent choice if you are looking for a high-end cot. It offers four mattress base positions in cot mode, and will last until your child is about three years old. It can also be folded and has wheels that lock, making it portable for moving it from one room to the next.

This cot comes with handy travel bag and is one of the smallest cots we've tested at 6kg. It's also very sturdy and has a sturdy frame that can withstand noisy toddlers. The instructions were well-written and clear, but our testers found the assembly a bit difficult. The slats were placed far enough apart to keep fingers from getting stuck between them. It's also a little more expensive than the other cots we looked at but it's well worth the investment for its longevity and practicality.

Design

It's easy to overlook the style when you are buying a cot bed. Your baby's cot will be used for a long time so it's essential to find one that you enjoy as well as is practical and functional.

The icklebubba Classic Cot bed is the perfect cot for design lovers. Its modern, sleek take on the classic sleigh style does not have the bulky feel that these types of cots and tots can provide. It also offers storage space, and comes with an extra drawer that slides under the cot, as well as teething rails that can be attached to the side. It was strong and sturdy. The three-position height of the base allows it to grow with your baby cots on sale.

The Modena cot-bed from Tutti Bambini is a great value and comes with a panelled design that can be suitable for any nursery. It's made to last until your child is six years old, before transforming first into a junior bed, and then into a stylish sofa bed. It's also one of the only cot beds we tested to have a draw with a hanging rail as well as teething rails. Additionally, its solid pine construction makes it a great choice for parents who want their cot to endure the test of time.

Another option that has a stylish panelled design is the Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed, which comes in a variety of color options to fit your nursery decor. Our mom testers were impressed by its unique features and the drawer for storage being particularly useful for storing bedding and clothes. It's also one of the most simple cot beds to put together, with all the pieces clearly labeled and with easy-to-follow instructions. It's also a great choice for those who have a limited space as it can be folded and flat-packed. It is made of a standard cot-mattress (140cm by 70cm) and is suitable for children from birth through toddlerhood. An extension kit permits it to be used until 10 years of age.

Convertibility

There are many baby essentials that you should consider as the new parent. One of the most important items to consider is a high-quality crib bed. You want it to last as long as you can and grow with your child, so that they have a secure bed to sleep in.

Although most cots can be made into toddler beds by the purchase of a conversion kit certain cots are designed to go beyond this. Our top pick is the Boori Eton Convertible Plus Bed, which transforms into an infant bed (L207cm x W147cm x H90cm) and a daybed and sofa (L234cm x W145cm and H70cm). This makes it our most durable pick that will last your child from birth to the time of their childhood.

It's more expensive than the other cot-beds we tried, but its premium appearance and feel can be found in any nursery. Our parent testers were really amazed by how easy it was to put together and construct but they did say that the instructions could be clearer. This is a minor flaw but it was 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 gives you the ability to adjust it as your child gets older, since they may require an upper or lower base level, based on their age and abilities. It also comes with useful teething rails as well as a plastic strip that runs along the top to protect it from biting.

This cot is available in a variety of Scandi-inspired colors and our dad tester was particularly attracted by the grey-colored finish. It's not cheap however it is a an excellent value, since it will last your child through toddlerhood and beyond. Additionally, it comes with an one-year guarantee and gives you assurance that it will be sturdy and durable. The only thing you'll have to purchase separately is a mattress which is not included.