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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 among the most important purchases. This guide has been created to assist you in choosing the right cot for your cheap baby cots.

This high-end option works perfectly it perfectly Scandi style nursery. It's a sturdy and long-lasting option that grows with your child. It has three mattress height positions and the ability to remove the sides for a sleek bench-style toddler bed.

Budget

There's a cot to fit 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 throughout the preschool years or beyond. The ones that can be turned into beds are more expensive, but they will last longer.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley won our overall prize. Its stunning design and easy to assemble make it a great option for those who want an excellent cot that will last for a lifetime. This model's minimalist design and warm finish will look fantastic in an Scandi nursery. The cot bed also has a handy drawer, which mom tester Katrina found to be a better option than some cheaper cots that come with a built-in drawer, and a plastic strip that prevents bites along the top of the rails of the cot to prevent your child from getting their teeth stuck in the bars. This cot bed is not cheap baby cots, and requires an Allen key for setup.

The Elementary cot is a more affordable 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 parents who tested it. The cot is compact when folded and can be stored away easily too, fitting into a carry bag that's about the size of the carry case of a camping chair. It's a little lighter than the average cot and therefore may not be suitable for camping in the car but it should be fine for apartment living or for those who don't intend to move their cot for too long.

The SnuzKot is a good affordable cot that we suggest, especially if you choose to go with the toddler kit and mattress extender (sold separately). It will grow with your baby until they reach around four years old. Our dad tester loved that it could be transformed into a minimalist toddler bed and create a cocoon like feeling by putting up a 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. Find a sturdy style with bars of safety or sides, and a solid base so that your baby cannot easily climb out. Some cots have additional features, such as teething rails and drawers under the bed that can help you keep things organised while your baby is growing.

The Boori cot is made from sustainable Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata, so you can be confident in your purchase. It can be converted to a toddler bed (leaving three sides open to give you security) and also has the option to add an extension kit that can 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 is easy to assemble with clearly marked parts and clear instructions. It has three height settings for the mattress so that you can alter the height as your baby grows. It can be used with standard crib sets mattresses and is a good buy for the money.

This is an excellent choice If you're looking for a high-end cot. It can be used as a cot and features four mattress positions. It'll last until your child are around three years old. It can also be folded and has wheels that lock, making it a great option to move it from room to.

The cot is extremely lightweight at just 6kg and comes with a convenient bag for traveling. It's also extremely sturdy and has a strong frame that'll stand up to noisy toddlers. The instructions were well written and clear, however our testers found the assembly to be a bit difficult. The slats were placed far enough apart to keep fingers from getting stuck between them. It's also more expensive than other cots that we have reviewed, but the durability and function make it worth the investment.

Design

When you are buying a cot bed, it's easy to be engrossed in the specs and safety features, but don't forget the design. The crib of your baby will be in use for a long time so it's important to find one that you love and also is functional and practical.

The icklebubba Snowdon Classic bed is the ideal bed for design-lovers. Its modern, sleek take on the classic sleigh design doesn't have that bulky feeling that these cots are known for. It's packed with space-saving storage, including the drawer that is built into the cot and teething rails on the sides. It was sturdy and robust. The three-position height of the base allows it to grow with your baby.

Alternately alternatively, the Modena cot bed from Tutti Bambini offers excellent value for money and has an elegant panel design that will look great in any nursery. It's designed to last until they reach the age of six old. It converts into a junior mattress, and transforms into a chic sofa bed. It's also one of only a few cot beds that we've tested with the option of a drawer, a teething rail, and a hanging rail.

The Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed is another option that has a panelled design. It comes in a range of colors to match the decor of your nursery. The storage drawer was particularly useful for bedding and clothing. Our mum testers were impressed with the features. It's also among the easiest cot beds to put together, with all the pieces being clearly labelled and with easy-to-follow instructions. It is also an excellent choice for those who have limited space as it can be flat-packed and then collapsed. It takes the standard 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 until your child is 10 years old.

Convertibility

If you're a newly-wed there are a lot of baby must-haves to consider. One of the most important is a good quality cot bed. You want something that will last as long as possible and will change with your child to provide them a secure and comfortable place to sleep.

Although most cots can be converted into toddler beds by the purchase of a conversion kit, some cots are made to go beyond this. Our top ranked cribs choice is the Boori Eton Convertible Plus Bed, which converts into a toddler bed (L207cm x W147cm x H90cm) and a daybed and sofa (L234cm x W145cm and H70cm). This makes it our most durable pick and will last from birth through childhood.

It's more expensive than some of the other cot-beds we tested, but its premium look and feel will fit in any nursery. The instructions could have been more precise, but our parent test subjects were impressed with the ease with which it was for them to build and set up. This is a minor fault however, as it was incredibly simple and took just 30 minutes to complete.

Another impressive feature of this cot is the fact that it has four mattress base heights, which is an upgrade on the three most common options. This lets you adjust the cot as your child develops. They may require an upper or lower base level depending on their age and abilities. It comes with teething rails that are useful as well as a plastic strip on the top ranked cribs to keep it from getting bitten.

The cot is available in several different Scandi-inspired finishes, and our dad tester was impressed by the grey finish. It's not inexpensive however it offers excellent value for money since it will last your child through the age of toddler and beyond. It also comes with a 1-year warranty to ensure that it will last. The only thing you'll have to purchase an additional mattress, which isn't included.