How to Choose the Best Cot Bed
The best cot bed is a must-have for every baby. So we've put together this guide to help you find the perfect bed for your baby.
This top-quality option is perfect it perfectly Scandi style nurseries. This sturdy and durable choice 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 is a cot for every nursery and budget. There are a variety of choices that come with different durations and some of them can be converted into toddler beds to be used in the preschool years or beyond. The ones that can be transformed into beds are more expensive, but they last longer.
The Mamas & Papas Coxley was our overall winner, with its stunning design and easy-to-assemble design. It's a great option for parents who want an extremely high-quality crib that can stand the years. The minimalist design and warm color will look fantastic in a Scandi nursery. The cot bed also comes with a handy drawer, which mum tester Katrina felt was an improvement over less expensive cots with an inbuilt drawer, and an anti-bite strip of plastic on the top of the cot rails to protect your child from getting their teeth stuck between the bars. However, at PS599 with a mattress sold separately this crib isn't cheap. It requires an Allen key to start it up.
The cot for the Elementary is a cheaper option that will give your baby a peaceful night's rest. It's part of the Anyday range by John Lewis. Our parent testers were impressed by the simplicity of the design and quick, straightforward assembly. The cot is small when folded and can be put away and easily tucked away into a bag that's about the size of the carry case of a camping chair. It's a bit lighter than the average cot and therefore may not be suitable for camping in the car but it's a good choice for living in an apartment or for those who don't want to move their cot around too much.
The SnuzKot is a good affordable cot that we suggest particularly if you decide to go with the toddler kit and mattress extender (sold separately). recommended cribs will grow with your baby until they reach around four years old. Our father tester liked that it could be transformed into a minimalist-looking toddler bed and create the feeling of a cocoon by putting up a fabric canopy.
Safety
A good cot must not only meet strict UK safety standards, but also be sturdy and secure. Find a sturdy style with bars of safety or sides, and a solid foundation, so that your child is unable to climb out. Some cot beds have additional features, such as teething rails and under-bed drawers which can help keep things organised while your baby is growing.
The Boori cot is made of sustainable Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata, so you can be confident in your purchase. It can be converted from a cot to a toddler bed (leaving three sides up for reassurance) 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 stylish but simple cot is a great option for those with a tight budget. It's easy to put together with clearly marked parts and clear instructions. It comes with three mattress height settings, so you can adjust it as your baby grows. It fits most standard cot mattresses and is a great buy for the price.
This is a great 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 keep your baby safe until they are about three years old. It can also be folded and has wheels that lock, making it easy to move it from one room to another.
The cot is extremely light at just 6kg, and comes with a great bag for travel. It's also extremely durable and has a strong frame that can handle the raging toddlers. Our testers found it a little difficult to put together, but the instructions were well-written and clear. They noted that the slats are sufficiently apart to avoid fingers from getting caught between them. It's also more expensive than some of the other cots we reviewed, but it is worth the cost for its longevity and practicality.
Design
When you are buying a cot bed, it's easy to be engrossed in the specifications and safety features, but don't neglect the style. It is essential to choose a cot bed that is both practical and attractive.
The ickle bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed is the best cot bed for design lovers with its sleek contemporary take on a traditional sleigh design that doesn't have the bulky feeling that these beds often feature. It has plenty of storage space-saving features such as the drawer that is built into the cot, as well as teething rails on the sides. It was sturdy and durable. The three-position height of the base lets it expand with your baby.
The Modena cot-bed by Tutti Bambini is a great value and comes in an elegant panel design that will suit any nursery. It is designed to last your child until they are six years old. It can be converted into a junior mattress, and transforms into a chic sofa bed. It's also among the only cot beds we've tested with draw as well as a hanging rail and teething rails, while its solid pine construction makes it a great option for parents who want their cot 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 the decor of your nursery. Our mum testers loved its nifty features including the drawer for storage being particularly useful to store bedding and clothes. It is also one of the easiest cot bed to assemble. All the pieces are clearly labelled, and the instructions are easy to follow. It's also a great option for those with limited space as it can be rolled up and rolled down. It can be used with an ordinary cot mattress (140cm x 70cm) and is suitable from birth to toddlerhood with an extension kit that permits it to be used until your child turns 10 years old. old.
Convertibility
When you're a new parent there are a lot of baby must-haves to consider. One of the most important items to consider is a high-quality cot bed. You want it to last for as long as you can and evolve with your child, ensuring that they have a secure bed to sleep in.
Some cots are designed to be more than just a toddler bed. The Boori Eton Cot Bed is our top choice. It can be converted to a toddler (L207cm, W147cm, H90cm) as well as it can also be used as a daybed (L234cm, W145cm and H70cm) and a sofa (L234cm, W145cm, H70cm). This makes it our most durable pick that will last from birth to the age of.
most recommended cribs 's a little more expensive than some of the other cot beds we tested, but its premium appearance and feel can be found in any nursery. Our parents who tested it were amazed by how easy it was to set up and build but they did say that the instructions could be more clear. This isn't a big issue however, since it was incredibly simple and took just 30 minutes to complete.
Another unique characteristic of this cot is that it comes with four mattress base heights, which is an upgrade on the three most popular options. This allows you to adjust it as your child grows, as they may need an upper or lower base level based on their age and abilities. It comes with teething rails that are useful and a plastic strip at the top to keep it from getting bitten.
The grey finish was the preferred of our dad's testers. It's not cheap, but it does offer excellent value for money since it will see your child through toddlerhood and beyond. Additionally, it comes with an one-year guarantee which gives you assurance that it's durable and durable. The only thing you'll need to purchase separately is a mattress which is not included.