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How to Choose the Best Cot Bed

With so many essentials for babies to think about, choosing the ideal cot bed is one of the most important purchases. We've put together this guide to help you find the perfect bed for your little one.

This high-end option works perfectly in Scandi style nursery. This sturdy and durable option will grow with your child with three mattress positions and the ability to take the sides off to create a chic bench style toddler bed.

Budget

When you think of cots, there's something to suit every budget and every nursery. There are a myriad of options that provide 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 turned into beds are more expensive, however they will last longer.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley won our overall prize. Its stunning aesthetics and simple to assemble design makes it a fantastic choice for those looking for an upscale cot that can last a lifetime. The sleek design and warm color is perfect for an Scandi nursery. This cot bed has a drawer, which mum tester Katrina felt was an improvement over cheaper cots that come with an integrated drawer, as well as an anti-bite strip of plastic along the top of the cot rails to protect your child from getting their teeth stuck in the bars. The cot bed isn't inexpensive, and it requires an Allen key for setting up.

The Elementary cot is a less expensive option that will provide your baby a comfortable night's rest. It's part of the Anyday range by John Lewis. The easy design and simple assembly were well-loved by our testers' parents. The cot is compact when folded and can be put away easily, fitting into a bag that's as big as the carry case for a camp chair. It's a bit on the lightweight side and therefore may not be suitable for camping in the car however it's suitable for apartment living or for those who don't want to move their cot too much.

We suggest the SnuzKot as an alternative to a cot that is budget-friendly, particularly when it comes with a toddler kit (sold separately) and mattress extender. It will grow with your child until they're approximately four years old and our dad tester loved the fact that it was able to transform into an unassuming toddler bed and gave a cocoon-like feeling with its fabric canopy.

Safety

A cot that is of good quality should not only meet the strict UK safety standards, but also be sturdy and feel secure. Look for a robust design that has safety bars or sides, as well as a solid base that your child can't easily climb out. Some cots come with extra features like teething rails or drawers under the bed that will aid you in staying organized as your baby grows.

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

This simple, stylish cot is a great choice when you're on a tight budget. It's easy to put together with clearly marked components and clear instructions. It comes with three height settings for the mattress so that you can adjust it as your baby grows. It is compatible with most standard crib mattresses and is a great value purchase for the price.

If you're looking for a top cot, this one is a great choice. It can be used as a cot and features four mattress positions. It'll last your baby until they are around three years old. It is also foldable and has wheels that lock, making it a great option to move it from one room to the next.

This cot comes with a handy travel bag and is one of the smallest cots we've test at 6kg. It's also extremely durable, with a strong frame that can handle boisterous toddlers. Our testers found it a bit tricky to put together, but the instructions were clear and well-written. The slats were spaced sufficiently apart to avoid fingers getting stuck between them. It's also a bit more expensive than some of the other cots we reviewed, but it is worth the cost for its durability and utility.

Design

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

The icklebubba Snowdon Classic bed is the ideal bed for design-lovers. Its sleek, modern version of the traditional sleigh style doesn't have that bulky feeling that these types of cots can provide. It has plenty of storage space-saving features and storage options, including a drawer that fits underneath the cot, as well as teething rails on the sides. Our mum tested it and found it solid and sturdy with the ability to adjust the height of the base three times, which allows the bed to expand with your child.

The Modena cot-bed from Tutti Bambini is a great value and comes with a panelled design that can be suitable for any nursery. It is designed to last until they are six years old. It can be converted into a junior mattress and transforms into a chic sofa bed. It's also one of only a handful of cots that we tested with the option of a drawer and a rail for teething and a hanging rail.

The Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed is another option that has panels. It is available in a variety of colors to complement your nursery's decor. Our mum testers loved its unique features, with the drawer for storage being particularly useful for storing bedding and clothes. It is also one of the easiest cot beds to put together. The components are clearly labelled, and the instructions are easy to follow. It's also a great choice for those with limited space, since it can be collapsed and flat-packed. It takes an ordinary cot mattress (140cm 70cm x 140cm) and is suitable from birth to toddlerhood with an extension kit allowing it to be used until your child is 10 years old. old.

Convertability

If you're a new parent there are a myriad of cheap baby cots essentials to think about. One of the most important things to think about is a top-quality cot bed. You want it to last for as long as possible 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 cots are made to go beyond this. Our preferred choice is the Boori Eton Convertible Plus Bed, which transforms into an infant bed (L207cm x W147cm x H90cm) and also a sofa and daybed (L234cm x W145cm and H70cm). This makes it our most durable pick and will last from birth until the age of.

It's not cheap baby cots for sale in comparison to other cot beds we've tested, but it has an elegant appearance and feel that would be a perfect fit for any nursery. The instructions could be more clear, but our parent testers were impressed by how easy it was for them to build and put up. This is a minor flaw however, as it was still a simple task and took less than 30 minutes to complete.

The cot comes with four different base heights for the mattress. This is an improvement over the three most common options. This gives you the flexibility to adjust it as your child grows, since they may require an upper or lower base level, based on their age and ability. It includes teething rails that can be useful and a plastic strip on the top to stop it from being bit.

The cot is available in a variety of Scandi-inspired finishes and our dad tester was attracted by the grey-colored finish. It's not expensive but it's great value for money as it will see your child through the age of toddler and beyond. It also comes with a 1-year warranty so you can be confident that it will last. The only thing you'll need to purchase separately is a mattress, which is not included.