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The best crib cot bed is a must-have for every baby. So we've put together this guide to help you find the perfect choice for your baby.

A high-quality bed that will look great in Scandi-style nurseries. This sturdy and durable option will grow with your child, with three mattress positions, and the ability remove the sides to create a stylish bench-style toddler bed.

Budget

There's a cot to fit every nursery and budget. There are also a range of options that offer various levels of longevity and even convert into toddler beds to be used throughout the age of preschool and beyond. Obviously, the ones which convert into beds tend to be more expensive but the extra investment could be worth it in the event that you need an item that lasts for a long time instead of just a few months.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley was our overall winner, with its elegant design and simple design. It's a great choice for parents looking for an excellent crib that can stand the years. The sleek design and warm color will look fantastic in a Scandi nursery. The cot bed has an adjustable drawer that mom tester Katrina thought was a better choice than some cheaper cots which have a drawer built in. It also comes with an anti-bite strip on the top rails of the cot, to prevent your child's teeth from getting caught. This cot bed is not expensive, and requires an Allen key to set up.

The Elementary cot is a more affordable option that will give your baby a peaceful night's rest. It's part of the Anyday range by John Lewis. Our parents were impressed by the simplicity of the design and quick, straightforward assembly. The cot is small when folded and can be tucked and easily tucked away into a bag that's about the size of the carry case of a camping chair. It's a little on the lightweight side which means it might not be suitable for camping in the car, however it's suitable to live in apartments or for those who don't want to move their cot all the time.

We recommend the SnuzKot as another budget-friendly cot, especially when it comes with a toddler kit (sold separately) and mattress extender. It can grow with your child until they're around four years old, and our dad testers loved the fact that it was able to transform into a minimalist toddler bed, and also created an ambiance of cocoons with its fabric canopy.

Safety

A cot that is well-designed will not only meet UK safety standards, but will also feel sturdy and 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 include extra features, such as teething rails or under-bed storage drawers that will help you stay organized while your baby develops.

Parent tester Becki says that her Boori cot "has lasted through 3 children and is still beautiful." Its classic design is suitable for all homes and is made from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood, which means you can feel confident about your purchase. It can be transformed from a cot into a toddler bed by leaving three sides open for security. There's an extension kit available that will take it up to a full-sized bed when your child's ready.

This simple but stylish cot is a great option for those with a tight budget. It's simple to put together and comes with clearly labeled parts and clear instructions. It has three mattress settings that allow you to alter the height as your child grows. It is compatible with most cots with a standard mattresses and is an excellent purchase for the price.

If you're looking for a top cot, this one is a great option. It can be used as a cot, and comes with four mattress positions. It will last your baby until they are about three years old. It folds up and has wheels that lock, making it portable to move it from one room to another.

The cot is extremely light at just 6kg, and comes with a convenient bag for travel. It's also very sturdy and has a sturdy frame that can withstand boisterous toddlers. The instructions were well written and clear, however our testers found the assembly to be a little difficult. They noted that the slats were spaced far enough apart to prevent fingers from getting caught between them. It's also more expensive than the other cots we looked at but it's well worth the price for its durability and utility.

Design

It's easy to overlook the design when buying a cot-bed. It is essential to choose a cot bed that is both functional and beautiful.

The icklebubba Classic Cot bed is the best cots uk bed for design-lovers. Its sleek, modern take on the traditional sleigh style doesn't have that bulky feeling that these types can have. It also has plenty of space-saving storage and has an extra drawer that slides under the cot, and teething rails that can be attached to the side of the. Our mom test subject found it to be robust and durable and has the ability to adjust the height of the base three times, which allows the bed to grow with your child.

Alternatively alternatively, the Modena cot bed from Tutti Bambini offers excellent value for money. It also has a smart panelled look that will look great in any nursery. It's designed to last until your child is six years old, and then it transforms first into a junior bed, and later to a chic sofa bed. It is also one of only a handful of cot beds that we tested with an apex drawer and a rail for teething and a hanging rail.

The Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed is another option that comes with panels. It is available in a variety of colors to match your nursery decor. Our mom testers were impressed by its unique features, with the storage drawer being especially useful for storing bedding and clothes. It's also the easiest cot beds to put together. The components are clearly labelled, and the instructions are easy to follow. It is also an excellent alternative for those with limited space as it can be rolled up and rolled down. It uses a standard cot-mattress (140cm by 70cm), and is suitable for babies to toddlerhood. A kit for extension allows it to be used until 10 years old.

Convertibility

There are many baby essentials that you should consider as the new parent. One of the most important things to think about is a top-quality cot bed. You want it to last for as long as you can and grow with your child so that they have a secure place to sleep.

Some cots are designed to be more than just a toddler bed. The Boori Eton Cot Bed is our top choice. It converts into an infant (L207cm, W147cm, H90cm) as well as a daybed (L234cm, W145cm and H70cm) and sofa (L234cm, W145cm, and H70cm). This makes it our most durable choice and will last your child from birth through childhood.

It's a bit 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 impressed with how easy it was to set up and build, although they did note that the instructions could be more clear. This isn't a big issue however, since it was still a breeze and took just 30 minutes to complete.

Another impressive feature of this cot is the fact that it has four mattress heights for the base which is an upgrade on the three most common options. This lets you adjust the cot as your child develops. They may need a lower or higher base level, based on their age and ability. It comes with teething rails which are helpful and a plastic strip at the top to prevent it from being bit.

The grey finish was the favorite of our dad test-driver. It's not cheap but it's a great value since it will last your child through the age of toddler and beyond. It's also covered by an assurance of one year to ensure that it will last. The only thing you'll need to purchase separately is the mattress.