9 Things Your Parents Teach You About Best Cot Bed

How to Choose the Best Cot Bed

The best cot bed is a essential item for any baby. We've created this guide to assist you in choosing the right cot for your baby.

A high-quality bed that will look great in Scandi-style nursery rooms. It's a sturdy and durable option that grows with your child, offering three mattress height positions and the ability to remove the sides for a stylish bench-style toddler bed.

Budget

When it comes to cots 4 tots, there's something to suit every budget and every nursery. There are a variety of options that have different lifespans and some of them can be transformed into toddler beds that can be used in the preschool years or even beyond. Of course, the ones that convert into a bed tend to be more expensive, but the investment could be worth it if you want a cot that will last for a long time instead of just the duration of a few months.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley was our overall winner due to its stunning design and easy-to-assemble design, making it an excellent choice for those who want a top quality cot that will stand the years. Our parents liked the minimalist design and warm oak finish of this model, which would look amazing in a modern-style Scandi nursery. The cot bed has an adjustable drawer that mom tester Katrina considered to be a better choice than some cheaper cots which have a drawer built in. It also comes with an anti-bite strip along the top rails of the small cot beds to stop your child's teeth from getting stuck. The cot bed isn't inexpensive, and it requires an Allen key to set up.

The Elementary cot is a cheaper option that will provide your baby a peaceful night's sleep. It's part of the range called Anyday by John Lewis. The basic design and easy assembly were praised by our testers' parents. The cot is compact when folded and can be put away away easily too, fitting into a carry bag that's about the size of the carry case for a camp chair. It's not the best choice for car camping, but should be fine for apartment life or those who don't need to move their cot too much.

We recommend the SnuzKot for an alternative to a cot that is budget-friendly, particularly when it comes with the toddler kit (sold separately) and mattress extender. It will grow with your baby until they reach four years old. Our father tester liked the possibility of converting it into a minimalist toddler bed and create an atmosphere of cocoons with its canopy made of fabric.

Safety

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

The Boori cot is made of sustainable Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata, so you can be confident in the purchase. It converts from a cot to a toddler bed (leaving three sides up for security) and also has the option for an extension kit to take it all the way to a double bed when your child is ready.

This simple but stylish cot is a great option if you're on a budget. It is easy to assemble with clearly marked parts and clear instructions. It comes with three mattress height settings, so you can adjust it as your baby grows. It can be used with standard crib mattresses and is a great value buy for the money.

This is an excellent choice if you are looking for a high-end cot. It comes with four mattress base positions in cot mode, and will last until your baby is about three years old. It also can be folded flat and has lockable wheels, making it convenient to move it from room to room.

The cot comes with a convenient travel bag and is among the smallest cots 4 tots we've tested at 6kg. It's also extremely durable, with a strong frame that can handle noisy toddlers. The instructions were well written and clear, however our testers found the assembly to be a little difficult. They were impressed by the fact that the slats were spaced sufficiently apart to avoid fingers getting caught in between them. It's also a little more expensive than some of the other cots that we looked at however, it's worth the investment for its durability and utility.

Design

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

The icklebubba Classic Cot bed is the perfect cot for those who love design. Its modern, sleek take on the traditional sleigh style does not have the bulky feel that these types can have. It also offers space-saving storage and has an open drawer that can be placed under the cot, as well as teething rails that can be attached to the side of the. It was sturdy and robust. The three-position height of the base lets it grow with your child.

The Modena cot-bed from Tutti Bambini is a great value for money and comes in a panelled design that will be suitable for any nursery. It is made to last until they reach the age of six older. It transforms into a junior mattress, and then into an elegant sofa bed. It's also one of the few cot beds we tested that has a draw, a hanging rail and teething rails, while its solid pine construction makes it a good choice for parents who want their cot bed to last for a long time.

Another option with a smart panel design is the Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed, which is available in several colour options to coordinate with the decor of your nursery. Our mom testers loved its unique features and the drawer for storage being particularly useful for storing bedding and clothes. It's also one of the easiest cot beds for parents to put together, with all the pieces being clearly labelled and easy to follow instructions. It's also a great alternative for those with limited space because it can be folded flat and collapsed. It's a standard cot mattress (140cm by 70cm), and is suitable for babies to toddlerhood. A kit for extension allows it to be used up to 10 years old.

Convertibility

If you're a new parent there are a myriad of baby must-haves to consider. One of the most important things to think about is a top-quality cot bed. You want it to last as long as you can and grow with your child, ensuring that they have a secure bed to sleep in.

Some online cots are designed to be more than a bed for children. Our preferred choice is the Boori Eton Convertible Plus Bed, which converts into a toddler bed (L207cm x W147cm x H90cm), as well as a daybed and sofa (L234cm x W145cm x H70cm). This makes it our top choice for durability that will last from birth until the age of.

It's more expensive than some of the other cot-beds we tested however, its high-end look and feel will fit in any nursery. The instructions could be more clear, but our parent testers were impressed by how easy it was for to construct and put up. This isn't a big issue, however, as it was incredibly simple and took less than 30 minutes to complete.

Another great feature of this cot is the fact that it has four mattress heights for the base which is an upgrade on the three standard options. This gives you the ability to adjust it as your child gets older, as they may need a lower or higher base level based on their age and abilities. It also comes with teething rails as well as a plastic strip along the top to guard it from biting.

This cot is available in a variety of Scandi-inspired finishes and our dad tester was especially impressed by the grey finish. It's not cheap cot bed, but it's a the best value for money since it will last into the toddler years and beyond. It also comes with an assurance of one year to ensure that it will last. The only thing you'll need to purchase separately is the mattress.