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How to Choose the Best Cot Bed

The most comfortable cot bed is a must-have for every baby. This guide has been created to help you choose the right bed for your baby.

A top-quality option that is perfect for Scandi-style nursery rooms. This sturdy and durable option can expand with your baby with three mattress positions and the ability remove the sides to create a stylish bench style toddler bed.

Budget

There's a cot that fits every nursery and budget. There are a myriad of options with various levels of longevity and some convert into toddler beds to be used into the age of preschool and beyond. The ones that can be turned into beds are more expensive, but they last longer.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley won our overall award. Its gorgeous aesthetics and easy-to assemble design makes it a fantastic choice for parents looking for a high-quality cot that will last for a lifetime. Our parents loved the minimalist design and warm oak finish of this model, which will look beautiful in a contemporary nursery. The cot bed has an adjustable drawer that mom tester Katrina considered to be more suitable than cheaper cots which have a drawer built-in. It also comes with an anti-bite strip that runs along the top rails of the cot to stop your child's teeth from getting caught. But at PS599 with a mattress sold separately, this bed isn't cheap, and it requires an Allen key to make it functional.

The Elementary cot is a cheaper option that will give your baby a peaceful night's rest. It's part of the Anyday collection by John Lewis. The basic design and easy assembly were highly praised by our parent testers. The cot can be folded into a compact size and stored because it fits in a bag the size of the one used for the camping chair. It's not the best choice for camping in the car but it's perfect for people living in apartments or who don't need to move their cot a lot.

The SnuzKot is another good budget-friendly cot we recommend particularly if you decide to go with the toddler kit and mattress extender (sold separately). It will expand with your child until they're about four years old, and our dad tester loved the fact that it can be converted into an unassuming toddler bed and gave a cocoon-like feeling by incorporating a fabric canopy.

Safety

A cot that is safe and sturdy is not just required to meet the strict UK safety standards, but it should also be sturdy and comfortable to the touch. Find a sturdy design with safety bars or sides and an erect base, so your baby can't easily climb out. Some cot beds will also come with extra features, such as teething rails, under-bed drawers and even a crib, which can help you organize your home while your baby is growing.

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

This elegant and simple cot is an excellent choice for those with a tight budget. It's simple to put together and has clearly labeled components tots and cots clear instructions. It comes with three mattress options which allows you to adjust the height as your child grows. It is compatible with most standard cot mattresses and is a great value purchase for the price.

If you're looking for a top cot, this one is a great option. It comes with four mattress base positions when in the cot position and will last until your child is three years old. It also can be folded flat and has lockable wheels, making it portable if you need to move it from room to room.

This cot is very light at only 6kg and comes with a handy bag for travel. It's also extremely durable, with a strong frame that can withstand noisy toddlers. The instructions were well written and clear, but our testers found the assembly a little challenging. They also noted that the slats are enough apart to prevent fingers getting caught in between them. It is also more expensive than other cots we have reviewed, but the quality and durability make it worth the investment.

Design

When you are buying a cot bed, it's easy to be engrossed in the spec and safety features, but don't overlook the style. It's important that you choose the cot bed that is both functional and beautiful.

The ickle bubba Snowdon Classic sale cot Bed is the ideal bed for those who appreciate design with its sleek contemporary design that is a modern take on the traditional sleigh design that doesn't have the bulky feeling that these beds usually come with. It also has plenty of space-saving storage and has an extra drawer that slides under the cot, plus teething rails that can be attached to the side of the. It was sturdy and durable. The three-position height of the base lets it grow with your baby.

If you prefer, the Modena cot bed from Tutti Bambini offers excellent value for money and has a stylish panel design that would suit 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 into a chic sofa bed. It's also among the only cot beds we tested that has draw, a hanging rail and teething rails, while its solid pine construction makes it a great choice for parents who want their cot bed to endure the test of time.

Another option with a smart panel design is the Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed, which comes in a variety of color options to fit the decor of your nursery. Our mom testers were impressed by its nifty features and the storage drawer being especially useful to store bedding and clothes. It's also one of the easiest cot beds to assemble, with all the pieces clearly labeled and easy to understand instructions. It is also an excellent choice for those who have limited space as it can be folded flat and rolled down. It takes an ordinary cot mattress (140cm 70cm x 140cm) and is suitable from the time of birth until toddlerhood, with an extension kit that permits it to be used up until your child is 10 years older.

Convertability

If you're a new parent there are a myriad 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 as long as you can and grow with your child, so they can have a safe place to sleep.

While most cots can be transformed to toddler beds through the purchase of a conversion kit, some cot beds are designed to go further than this. The Boori Eton Cot Bed is our top choice. It can be converted into a toddler (L207cm, W147cm H90cm), 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 and will last from birth to the time of their childhood.

It's a bit pricey compared to some of the other cot beds we've tested, but it has an attractive appearance and feel that would suit any nursery. Our parents were impressed with how easy it was to set up and cot sets build, although they did note that the instructions could be more clear. This is not a major issue, however, as it was still a breeze and took less than 30 minutes to complete.

The cot comes with four different mattress base heights. This is an upgrade over the three standard options. This gives you the flexibility to adjust it as your child gets older, since they may require an upper or lower base level, based on their age and abilities. It also comes with useful teething rails and a plastic strip that runs along the top to protect it from biting.

The grey finish was the preferred of our dad's testers. It is not cheap however it is a the best value for money since it will last into the age of toddler and beyond. It's also covered by one-year warranty, to ensure that it will last. The only thing you'll have to purchase an additional mattress, which isn't included.