How to Choose the best cots for newborns Cot Bed

The best cot bed is a essential item for any baby. This guide has been created to help you choose the right bed for your baby.

This top-quality option is perfect in Scandi style nurseries. It's a sturdy and durable option that will grow with your child, offering three mattress height positions as well as the option of removing the sides to create a chic bench-style toddler bed.

Budget

There's a cot to fit every nursery and budget. There's also a variety of options with various levels of longevity, with some converting into toddler beds to be used through the age of preschool and beyond. Obviously, the ones that convert into a bed do tend to be more expensive, but the cost can be well-repaid when you're looking for a cot that will last for years rather than just for a few months.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley was our overall winner, with its stunning design and easy-to-assemble design making it a great option for parents who want an excellent cot that will stand up to the test of time. This model's minimalist design and warm color will look fantastic in the Scandi nursery. The cot bed also has a drawer, which mom tester Katrina felt was a better option than some cheaper cots that have an integrated drawer, as well as an anti-bite plastic strip along the top of the cot rails to protect your child from getting their teeth stuck in the bars. However, at over PS599 with a mattress that is sold separately the crib isn't Cheap baby Cots. It does require an Allen key to make it functional.

The cot for the Elementary is a cheaper option that will provide your baby a good night's sleep. It's part of the Anyday range by John Lewis. The basic design and easy assembly were well-loved by our parent testers. The cot is foldable up and stored easily, because it fits in bags that are similar to the one used for a camping chair. It's not ideal for camping in the car, but should be fine for people living in apartments or who don't need to move their cot around too often.

The SnuzKot is a good affordable cot that we suggest, especially if you choose to opt for the toddler kit and mattress extender (sold separately). It will expand with your child until they reach four years old. Our dad tester loved that it could be transformed into a minimalist-looking toddler bed and create an atmosphere of cocoons with its fabric canopy.

Safety

A cot that is safe and sturdy must not only meet strict UK safety standards, but also be sturdy and feel secure. Choose a sturdy design with safety bars or sides, and a solid base so that your child is unable to move out. Some cot beds come with extra features such as teething rails and drawers under the bed which can help organize your home as your baby is growing.

Parent test subject Becki says her Boori cot "has endured through 3 kids and is still beautiful." Its traditional 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 the purchase. It can be transformed from a cot to a toddler bed by leaving three sides open to ensure security. There's also an extension kit available which can convert it to a full-sized bed when your child's ready.

This simple but stylish cot is a great choice for those on a limited budget. It's easy to put together with clearly marked components and clear instructions. It has three mattress height settings, so you can adjust it as your baby grows. It fits most standard cot mattresses and is a great 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 flat and comes with lockable wheels, making it mobile if you have to move it from room to room.

The cot comes with a convenient travel bag and is among the lightest cots we tested, weighing just 6kg. It's also extremely robust and has strong frame that can withstand boisterous toddlers. Our testers found it a little difficult to put together, but the instructions were well-written and clear. They also noted that the slats were spaced far enough apart to prevent fingers getting caught in between them. It's also more expensive than some of the other cots we looked at however, it's worth the cost for its longevity and practicality.

Design

When buying a cot bed it's easy to get caught up in the spec and safety features, but don't forget the style. It's crucial to select a cot bed that is both functional and beautiful.

The classic ickle bubba Bed is the perfect bed for those who love design, with its sleek modern design that is a modern take on the traditional sleigh design that doesn't have the bulky feeling that these beds often come with. It also offers space-saving storage and has an open drawer that can be placed under the cot, and teething rails that can be attached to the side. 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 and comes in a panelled design that will suit any nursery. It's designed to last until your child is six years old, converting first into a junior bed and later to a chic sofa bed. It's also one of only a handful of cot beds that we have 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 comes with panels. It is available in a range of colors to match your nursery decor. Our mom testers loved its nifty features, with the drawer for storage being particularly useful to store bedding and clothes. It's also among the easiest cot beds to build, with all pieces being clearly labelled and easy to follow instructions. It's also a great crib option for those with limited space, since it can be collapsed and flat-packed. It is made of a standard cot-mattress (140cm by 70cm) and is suitable for babies through toddlerhood. A kit for extension allows it to be used up to 10 years of age.

Convertibility

If you're a new parent, there are plenty of essential items for babies to consider. But one of the most important is a good quality cot bed. You need something that will last for as long as it can and will grow with your child, giving them a secure and comfortable 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) and a daybed (L234cm, W145cm and H70cm), and a sofa (L234cm, W145cm, and H70cm). This makes it our most durable choice that will last from birth through the time of their childhood.

It's expensive when compared to other cot beds that we evaluated, but it offers a premium design and feel that will fit in with any nursery. Our parents were impressed with how easy it was to put together and construct but they did say that the instructions could be clearer. This is a minor flaw however, as it was still very straightforward and took less than 30 minutes to complete.

The cot comes with four different base heights for mattresses. This is an improvement over the three standard options. This lets you adjust the cot as your child develops. They may require a higher or lower base level depending on their age and capabilities. It also comes with teething rails and a plastic strip along the top to guard it from biting.

The 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 baby cots for sale, but it does offer great crib value for money as it will take your child through to toddlerhood and beyond. Additionally, it comes with a one-year warranty which gives you assurance that it's durable and durable. The only thing you'll need to purchase an additional mattress, which isn't included.