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How to Choose the Best Cot Bed

With so many baby essentials to consider, a top crib bed is among the most important buys. We've put together this guide to help you find the perfect choice for your little one.

A premium option that is perfect for Scandi-style nurseries. It's a sturdy and long-lasting option that will grow with your child. It has three mattress height options and the option of removing the sides for a stylish bench-style toddler bed.

Budget

When you think of cots, there's a cot to fit every budget and every nursery. There are a myriad of options with various levels of longevity and some convert into toddler beds that can be used throughout the age of preschool and beyond. The ones that can be transformed into beds are more expensive, but they will last longer.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley won our overall prize. Its luxurious aesthetics and easy-to assemble design makes it a fantastic choice for those who want an excellent cot that will last a lifetime. Our parents appreciated the sleek design and warm oak finish of this model, which will look amazing in a modern-style Scandi nursery. This cot bed comes with a handy drawer, which mum tester Katrina felt was superior to cheaper cots that have an integrated drawer, as well as an anti-bite strip of plastic across the top of the rails of the cot to prevent your child from getting their teeth stuck in the bars. This cot bed isn't expensive, and requires an Allen key to set up.

The cot for the Elementary is a cheaper option that can give your baby a good night's sleep. It's part of the Anyday collection by John Lewis. The basic design and easy assembly were well-loved by our parents who tested it. The cot is foldable down and stored easily since it can fit into bags similar to that used for the camping chair. It's not the best choice for camping in the car but it's perfect for apartment life or those who don't need to move their cot a lot.

We suggest the SnuzKot as another cot for under $100, particularly when it comes with the toddler kit (sold separately) and mattress extender. It will grow with your child until around four years old, and our dad testers loved the fact that it can be converted into a minimal-looking toddler bed and gave the feeling of a cocoon by incorporating a fabric canopy.

Safety

A cot that is well-designed will not only meet UK safety standards but also feel sturdy and secure. Choose a sturdy design that has sides or safety bars and a solid base, so your baby can't easily get out. Some cot beds will also include extra features like teething rails and drawers under the bed which can help 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 converted from a cot to a toddler bed by leaving three sides unlocked for safety. There's an extension kit available which can convert it to a full-sized bed once your child is ready.

This stylish but simple cot is a great choice for those with a tight budget. It is easy to assemble with clearly marked parts and clear instructions. It has three mattress settings which allows you to adjust the height of your baby as he grows. It will fit on any standard cot mattresses and is a great buy for the price.

This is an excellent choice if you are looking for an expensive cot. It comes with four mattress base positions in cot mode and will last until your baby is around three years old. It folds up and has wheels that lock, making it easy for moving it from one room to another.

This cot is light at only 6kg and comes with a convenient bag for traveling. It is also very robust with a sturdy frame that will stand up to the demands of boisterous toddlers. Our test subjects found it a little difficult to put together, however the instructions were clear and well-written. They were impressed by the fact that the slats are spaced far enough apart to prevent fingers from getting caught between them. It's also a bit more expensive than some of the other cots we reviewed, but it is worth the investment for its durability and utility.

Design

When you are buying a cot bed, it's easy to be engrossed in the spec and safety features, but don't forget the design. The cot you choose for your baby will be used for a long period of time, therefore it's crucial to choose one that you enjoy and is also practical and useful.

The ickle bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed is the ideal cot bed for design lovers, with its sleek modern take on a traditional sleigh design that does not have the bulky look that these types of beds usually come with. It also offers storage space, and comes with an extra drawer that slides under the cot, and teething rails that can be affixed to the side. It was sturdy and durable. The three-position height of the base lets it expand with your baby.

The Modena cot-bed from Tutti Bambini is a great value and comes with a panelled design that can fit in with any nursery. It's made to last until your child reaches six years old, and then it transforms first into a junior bed, and then into a stylish sofa bed. It's also among the only cot beds we've tested with a draw as well as a hanging rail and teething rails. Additionally, its solid pine construction makes it a good 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, that is available in a variety of colors to match your nursery decor. The storage drawer is useful for bedding and clothing. Our mom testers were impressed with its features. It's also one of the easiest cot beds to put together, with all the pieces being clearly labelled and easy to understand instructions. It's also a great choice for those who have a limited space, as it can be folded down and then flat-packed. It takes the standard cot mattress (140cm 70cm x 140cm) and is suitable from birth to toddlerhood with an extension kit that permits it to be used up until your child is 10 years older.

Convertibility

There are a variety of Baby Crib necessities that you must consider when 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.

While the majority of cots can be made into toddler beds by the purchase of a conversion kit some cot beds are designed to go a step further than this. Our top pick is the Boori Eton Convertible Plus Bed, which can be converted into a toddler bed (L207cm x W147cm x H90cm) and also a daybed and sofa (L234cm x W145cm and H70cm). This makes it the longest-lasting choice on our list, because it will last your child through the years from birth until childhood.

It's a bit pricey when compared to other cot beds we've evaluated, but it offers a premium look and feel that will be a perfect fit for any nursery. The instructions could be more precise, but our parent testers were impressed by how easy it was them to build and install. This is a minor flaw however, as it was a breeze and took less than 30 minutes to complete.

The cot comes with four different base heights for mattresses. This is an upgrade over the three standard options. This allows you to alter the height of the cot as your child grows. They may require a higher or lower base level depending on their age and capabilities. It includes teething rails which are helpful and a plastic strip on the top to stop it from getting bitten.

This cot comes in a variety of Scandi-inspired colors and our dad tester was particularly attracted by the grey-colored finish. It's not cheap cot bed, but it's a the best cot beds value for money as it will last your child until they reach the age of toddler and beyond. It's also covered by a 1-year warranty so you can be confident that it will last. The only thing you'll have to buy separately is a mattress, that's not included.