How to Choose the best cots for newborns Cot Bed

The best cot bed is a must-have for every baby. This guide will help you choose the right bed for your baby.

This top-quality option is perfect to be used in Scandi style nurseries. This sturdy and durable choice can expand with your baby, with three mattress positions and the ability to remove the sides to create a chic bench style toddler bed.

Budget

There's a cot that fits every nursery and budget. There are a variety of options with different lifespans and some of them can be transformed into toddler beds that can be used in the preschool years or even beyond. Naturally, those which convert into beds do tend to be more expensive but the extra investment could be worth it if you want a cot that will last for many years, not just for a few months.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley was our overall winner thanks to its luxurious aesthetic and easy-to-assemble design. It's a great choice for those who want an extremely high-quality cot that will stand up to the test of time. This model's minimalist design and warm color is perfect for the Scandi nursery. This cot bed also comes with a handy drawer that mum tester Katrina felt was superior to less expensive affordable cots with an inbuilt drawer, and an anti-bite plastic strip across the top of the cot rails to protect your child from getting their teeth stuck in the bars. This cot bed isn't expensive, and requires an Allen key for setting up.

A more budget-friendly option that still gives your baby a comfy night's rest is the Elementary cot from John Lewis' Anyday range. Our parent testers loved the simple design and easy assembly. The cot is foldable up and stored easily, since it can fit into a bag the size of the one used for the camping chair. It's on the lightweight side and therefore may not be ideal for camping in the car however it's suitable for living in an apartment or for those who don't plan to move their cot too much.

The SnuzKot is a good budget-friendly cot we recommend particularly if you decide to purchase the toddler kit and mattress extender (sold separately). It can grow with your child until around four years old, and our dad tester liked the fact it converted to a minimalist toddler bed, and also created an ambiance of cocoons with its fabric canopy.

Safety

A good cot will not only meet UK safety standards but also feel sturdy and secure. Find a sturdy style with safety bars or sides, and a solid base so that your child is unable to get out. Some cots include extra features such as teething rails and under-bed drawers which can help organize your home while your little one is growing.

The Boori cot is made from 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 to provide security) and has an option for an extension kit to take it all the way up to a double bed when your child is ready.

This simple, stylish cot is a good choice for those on a tight budget. It's easy to assemble and has clearly labeled components and clear instructions. It comes with three mattress options, so you can adjust the height as your child grows. It can be used with standard mattress cots and is a good buy for the money.

If you're looking for a top cot, this is a good choice. It offers four mattress positions in the cot position and will last until your baby is around three years old. It also folds flat and comes with locking wheels, making it very mobile if you have to move it from room to room.

This cot is very light at only 6kg and comes with a great bag to carry it around in. It's also extremely sturdy, with a strong frame that can withstand boisterous toddlers. The instructions were well-written and clear, but our testers found the assembly a little challenging. The slats were placed far enough apart to keep fingers from getting caught between them. It's also more expensive than the other cots that we looked at however, it's worth the price for its durability and utility.

Design

When you are buying a cot bed, it's easy to be engrossed in the specifications and safety features, but don't overlook the style. It is essential to choose a cot bed that is both practical and attractive.

The icklebubba Classic Cot bed is the perfect bed for design-lovers. Its sleek, modern take on the traditional sleigh style does not have the bulky feel that these types can have. It also offers storage space and features a pull-out drawer that fits under the cot, as well as teething rails that can be attached to the side of the. Our mother tester found it to be robust and durable and has three positions of base height that allows the bed to expand with your child.

If you prefer, the Modena cot bed from Tutti Bambini offers excellent value for money and Cribs beds comes with an elegant panel design that is perfect for any nursery. It's made to be used until your child is six years old, converting first into a junior bed, and then into a stylish sofa bed. It is also one of only a handful of cot beds that we have tested with an apex drawer as well as a teething rail and a hanging rail.

The Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed is another option that has an elegant panel design. It is available in a variety of colors to complement your nursery's decor. Our mom testers loved its nifty features, with the storage drawer being especially useful for storing bedding and clothing. It is also one of the easiest cot bed to assemble. The components are clearly labeled, and the instructions are easy to follow. It's also a great option for those with little space since it can be folded flat and collapsed. It takes an ordinary cot mattress (140cm 70cm x 140cm) and is suitable from the time of birth until toddlerhood, with an extension kit allowing it to be used until your child is 10 years old. old.

Convertibility

There are a variety of baby necessities you need to think about as you become a new parent. One of the most important is a quality cot bed. You want something that will last for as long as it can and grow with your child to provide them a secure and comfortable place to sleep.

Although most cots can be made into toddler beds by the purchase of a conversion kit some cot beds are designed to go a step further than this. The Boori Eton Cot Bed is our top choice. It can be converted to a toddler (L207cm, W147cm H90cm), the daybed (L234cm, W145cm and H70cm), and a sofa (L234cm, W145cm and H70cm). This makes it our top choice for durability and will last from birth through childhood.

It's expensive when compared to other cot beds we've evaluated, but it offers an elegant appearance and feel that would suit any nursery. The instructions could be more precise, but our parent test subjects were impressed with the ease with which it was for to construct and set up. This is a minor fault, however, as it was still a breeze and took less than thirty minutes to complete.

This cot has four different base heights for mattresses. This is an upgrade over the three standard options. This allows you to adjust the cot as your child develops. They might require a higher or lower base level, based on their age and ability. It also comes with teething rails and a strip that runs along the top to protect it from being bitten.

The cot is available in several different Scandi-inspired finishes, and our dad tester was especially impressed by the grey finish. It's not cheap, however it is a an excellent value, because it will last your child through the toddler years and beyond. Plus, it's covered by one-year warranties and gives you confidence that it's durable and durable. The only thing that you'll need to purchase separately is the mattress.