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How to Choose the Best Cot Bed

With so many baby essentials to consider, the best cot bed is one of the most important purchases. This guide will assist you in choosing the right cot for your baby.

This premium option fits perfectly it perfectly Scandi style nurseries. This sturdy and durable option can expand with your baby, with three mattress positions, and the ability remove the sides to create a stylish bench style toddler bed.

Budget

There's a cot that fits every nursery and budget. There's also a variety of options with different levels of durability and some convert into toddler beds to be used into the age of preschool and beyond. Obviously, the ones which convert into beds are generally more expensive but the extra cost can be well-repaid if you want a cot that lasts for many years, not just for a few months.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley won our overall award. Its stunning aesthetics and simple to assemble design make it an ideal choice for those who want an upscale cot that can last for a lifetime. This model's minimalist design and warm-toned finish will look fantastic in a Scandi nursery. The cot bed has an adjustable drawer that mom tester Katrina believed was an excellent alternative to cheaper cots which have a drawer built-in. It also has an anti-bite strip on the top rails of the cot, to prevent your child's teeth from getting caught. However, at PS599 with a mattress sold separately this bed isn't cheap, and it does require an Allen key to make it functional.

A more budget-friendly option that will still give your baby a comfortable night's sleep is the cot that's Elementary from John Lewis' Anyday range. Our parents loved the simple design and quick, straightforward assembly. The cot is foldable up and stored easily, since it can fit into bags similar to that used for a camping chair. It's a bit light and therefore may not be suitable for camping in the car, however it's suitable for living in an apartment or for those who don't want to move their cot around too much.

The SnuzKot is an additional affordable cot that we suggest, especially if you choose to go with the toddler kit and mattress extender (sold separately). It will grow with your baby until they are around four years old. Our dad tester loved that it could be transformed into a minimalist-looking toddler bed and create the feeling of a cocoon with its fabric canopy.

Safety

A cot that is safe and sturdy will not only meet UK safety standards but also feel solid and secure. Look for a robust design that has safety bars or sides and a solid base that your child can't easily climb out. Some cot beds will also have additional features such as teething rails and under-bed drawers, which can help you organize your life while your baby is growing.

The Boori cot is constructed of sustainable Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata, so you can feel confident about the purchase. Continuing from a cot to a toddler bed (leaving three sides open to give you reassurance) and also has the option for an extension kit to take it all the way up to a double bed when your child is ready.

This stylish and simple cot is a great choice for those on a tight budget. It's easy to assemble, with clearly labelled parts and clear instructions. It has three mattress height settings so you can adjust it as your baby grows. It can be used with standard cot mattresses and is a great value buy for the price.

This is an excellent choice when you're in search of a high-end cot. It can be used as a cot and has four mattress positions. It will last until your child are about three years old. It is also foldable and has wheels that lock, making it easy to move it from room to.

This cot comes with convenient travel bag and is among the smallest cots that we tested, weighing just 6kg. It's also extremely sturdy, with a strong frame that'll stand up to noisy toddlers. Our test subjects found it a bit tricky to put together, however the instructions were well-written and clear. They also noted that the slats are enough apart to prevent fingers getting caught in between them. It's also a bit more expensive than some of the other cots we reviewed, but it is worth the price for its longevity and practicality.

Design

It's easy to overlook the style when you are buying a cot bed. It's important that you choose the cot bed that is both practical and attractive.

The classic ickle bubba Bed is the perfect bed for those who love design with its sleek contemporary design that is a modern take on the traditional sleigh design that doesn't have the bulky feel that these beds can often feature. It's got plenty of storage space and storage options, including the drawer that is built into the cot, as well as teething rails on the sides. It was sturdy and robust. The three-position height of the base lets it grow with your baby.

Alternately, the Modena cot bed from Tutti Bambini offers excellent value for money and has an elegant panel design that would suit any nursery. It's designed to last until they reach the age of six older. It can be converted into a junior mattress, and it transforms into a stylish sofa bed. It's also one of the cot beds that we tested that has an opening, a hanging rail and teething rails, while its solid pine construction makes it an excellent choice for parents who want their cot bed to last for a long time.

Another option with a sleek panel design is the Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed, that is available in a variety of colors to match your nursery decor. The storage drawer was particularly useful for bedding and clothing. Our mum testers were impressed with its features. It's also the easiest cot bed to assemble. All the pieces are clearly labelled, and the instructions are easy to follow. It's also a great alternative for those with limited space as it can be flat-packed and rolled down. It fits the standard cot mattress (140cm 70cm x 140cm) and is suitable from birth to toddlerhood with an extension kit allowing it to be used up until your child is 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 for as long as you can and evolve with your child so they can have a safe bed to sleep in.

Although most cots can be transformed 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 into a toddler (L207cm, W147cm, H90cm) and it can also be used as a daybed (L234cm, W145cm and H70cm) and sofa (L234cm, W145cm, and H70cm). This makes it our most durable pick and will last your child from birth until childhood.

It's more expensive than the other cot beds we tested however, its high-end appearance and feel can be found in any nursery. Our parent testers were really impressed with how easy it was to set up and build however they did mention that the instructions could be more clear. This isn't a major issue however, as it was still a simple task and took less than 30 minutes to complete.

Another unique aspect of this cot is the fact that it has four mattress heights for the base which is an upgrade on the three most popular options. This gives you the flexibility to adjust it as your child grows, since they may require a higher or lower base level depending on their age and level. It also comes with useful teething rails and a strip that runs along the top to shield it from being bitten.

This cot is available in several different Scandi-inspired finishes, and our dad tester was especially keen on the grey finish. It's not cheap, however it is a great value since it will last into the toddler years and beyond. It also comes with one-year warranty, to ensure that it will last. The only thing you'll have to buy separately is a mattress, which isn't included.

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Pub: 01 Oct 2024 17:32 UTC
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