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How to Choose the Best Cot Bed
With so many baby essentials to consider, a top cot bed is among the most important buys. Therefore, we've created this guide to help you find the perfect bed for your baby.
This high-end option works perfectly in Scandi style nurseries. It's a sturdy and long-lasting option that will grow with your child. It has three mattress height positions as well as the option of removing the sides for a stylish bench-style toddler bed.
Budget
When it comes to cots there's a cot to fit every budget and every nursery. There are also different options with different lifespans some of which can be transformed into toddler beds that can be used in the preschool years or beyond. Naturally, those that convert into beds are generally more expensive, but the investment can really pay off when you're looking for a cot that will last for years rather than just the duration of a few months.
The Mamas & Papas Coxley was our overall winner, with its elegant design and simple design making it a great choice for those who want a top quality cot that will stand the test of time. 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 has a handy drawer that mum tester Katrina found to be an improvement over less expensive cots with an integrated drawer, as well as an anti-bite plastic strip along the top of the rails of the cot to prevent your child from getting their teeth caught in the bars. But at PS599 with a mattress that is sold separately, this bed isn't cheap, and it does require an Allen key to make it functional.
A less expensive alternative that will still provide your baby a good night's sleep is the Elementary cot from John Lewis' Anyday range. The easy design and simple assembly were praised by our parents who tested it. best cot newborn is compact when folded and can be put away easily, fitting into a bag that's about the size of the carry case of a camping chair. It's a bit on the lightweight side, meaning it may not be ideal for camping in the car, but it should be fine for apartment living or for those who don't want to move their cot around too much.
We recommend the SnuzKot as another cot for under $100, particularly if it comes with the toddler kit (sold separately) and mattress extender. It will expand with your child until they are around four years old. Our dad tester liked the possibility of converting it into a minimalist-looking toddler bed and create the feeling of a cocoon with its fabric canopy.
Safety
A cot that is of good quality must not only meet strict UK safety standards, but it should also be sturdy and feel secure. Choose a sturdy design with bars of safety or sides and a solid foundation so that your child is unable to get out. Some cots have additional features such as teething rails, under-bed drawers and even a crib that can help you organize your home as 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 to a toddler bed (leaving three sides up to provide security) and also has the option of an extension kit to take it all the way up to a double bed when your child is ready.
This simple, stylish cot is a good choice if you're on a budget. It's easy to set up, with clearly labelled parts and clear instructions. It has three height settings for the mattress so that you can alter the height as your baby grows. It will fit most standard mattress cots and is a great value purchase for the price.
This is a fantastic option when you're in search of a high-end cot. It can be used as a cot, and comes with four mattress positions. It'll last your baby until they are around three years old. It can also be folded and has wheels that lock, making it portable to move it from one room to another.
This cot comes with a handy travel bag, and is among the smallest cots that we tested at 6kg. It's also very sturdy and has a sturdy frame that can handle the raging toddlers. Our test subjects found it a little difficult to put together, but the instructions were well-written and clear. 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 make it a worthwhile investment.
Design
It's easy to overlook the design when you are buying a cot bed. The cot you choose for your baby will be used for a long time therefore it's crucial to choose one you like and is also practical and useful.
The icklebubba Snowdon Classic Cot bed is the perfect cot for those who love design. Its sleek, modern take on the traditional sleigh style doesn't have that bulky feeling that these types of cots can provide. It also doesn't skimp on storage space, and comes with an extra drawer that slides under the cot, and teething rails that can be attached to the side. Our mom tester found it sturdy and robust, with a three-position base height that allows the bed to expand with your child.
The Modena cot-bed from Tutti Bambini is a great value and comes in an elegant panel design that will be suitable for any nursery. It's designed to be used until your child is 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 a few cot beds that we tested with a drawer, a teething rail, and a hanging rail.
Another option with a sleek panelled design is the Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed, which comes in a variety of colour options to coordinate with the decor of your nursery. Our mum testers loved its unique features including the storage drawer particularly useful to store bedding and clothes. It's also among the easiest cot beds to put together, with all the pieces clearly labeled and easy to understand instructions. It's also a great alternative for those with little space since it can be flat-packed and then collapsed. It's a standard cot mattress (140cm by 70cm), and is suitable for children from birth to toddlerhood. An extension kit permits it to be used until 10 years old.
Convertability
If you're a new parent there are a lot of baby must-haves to consider. One of the most important items to think about is a top-quality crib bed. You want it to last for as long as you can and grow with your child, so that they have a safe place to sleep.
While most cots can be converted into toddler beds by the purchase of a conversion kit certain cots are designed to go a step further than this. The Boori Eton Cot Bed is our top pick. It can be converted to a toddler (L207cm, W147cm H90cm) as well as a daybed (L234cm, W145cm and H70cm) and sofa (L234cm, W145cm, H70cm). This makes it our most durable pick, as it will last your child from birth to childhood.
It's a little more expensive than some of the other cot beds we tested however, its high-end appearance and feel can be found in any nursery. Our parents who tested it were impressed by how simple it was to put together and construct but they did say that the instructions could be clearer. This isn't a major issue however, as it was still very straightforward and took less than 30 minutes to complete.
This cot comes with four base heights for the mattress. This is an improvement over the three standard options. This allows you to adjust it as your child grows since they may require a lower or higher base level depending on their age and abilities. It also comes with teething rails as well as a plastic strip on the top to guard it from biting.
The cot is available in a variety of Scandi-inspired finishes, and our dad tester was especially keen on the grey finish. It is not cheap but it offers the best value for money as it will last your child until they reach the age of toddler and beyond. Additionally, it comes with one-year warranties and gives you assurance that it's sturdy and durable. The only thing you'll need to buy an additional mattress, which is not included.