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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 one of the most important buys. We've put together this guide to help you choose the perfect bed for your baby.

This top-quality option is perfect it perfectly Scandi style nurseries. This sturdy and durable option 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 also a range of options that provide various levels of longevity, with some converting into toddler beds to be used into the age of preschool and beyond. Obviously, the ones that convert into a bed tend to be more expensive, but the investment could be worth it if you want a cot that lasts for a long time instead of just a few months.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley was our overall winner due to its stunning design and easy-to-assemble design, making it an excellent option for parents who want an extremely high-quality crib that can stand the test of time. Our testers for parents liked the minimalist design and warm oak finish of this model, which would look stunning in a Scandi-style nursery. This cot bed has a handy drawer, which mom tester Katrina thought was superior to cheaper cots that come with an inbuilt drawer, and an anti-bite strip of plastic on the top rated cots of the cot rails to guard your child from getting their teeth caught in the bars. However, at over PS599 with a mattress sold separately the bed isn't cheap, and it requires an Allen key to make it functional.

The cot for the Elementary is a less expensive option that will provide your Baby Crib a peaceful night's sleep. It's part of the range called Anyday by John Lewis. The easy design and simple assembly were praised by our testers' parents. The cot is compact when folded and can be put away easily, fitting into a carry bag that's about the size of a camp chair's carry case. It's not the best choice for car camping, but should be fine for apartment life or those who won't be moving their cot too much.

We recommend the SnuzKot for another budget-friendly cot, especially if it comes with the toddler kit (sold separately) and mattress extender. It will grow with your child until around four years old, and our dad tester loved the fact that it can be converted into a minimal-looking toddler bed and gave a cocoon-like feeling by incorporating a fabric canopy.

Safety

A cot that is well-designed will not only meet UK safety standards, but will also feel sturdy and secure. Find a sturdy style with safety bars or sides, tots and cots a solid base so that your child is unable to move out. Some cot beds will also come with extra features like teething rails and under-bed drawers, which can help you keep things organised while your little one is growing.

Parent test subject Becki says her Boori cot "has lasted through 3 children and is still beautiful." Its traditional style will fit in with any home and it's made from sustainably-sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood, which means you can feel confident about your purchase. It converts from a cot to a toddler bed (leaving three sides open for peace of mind) and also has the option to add an extension kit to take it all the way up to a double bed when your child is ready.

This elegant and simple cot is a great 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 which allows you to adjust the height of your baby as he grows. It is compatible with most standard mattress cots and is a good buy for the price.

If you're looking for a premium cot, this one is a great option. It has an impressive four mattress base positions when in cot mode and will last until your child is about three years old. It also can be folded flat and has lockable wheels, making it extremely convenient to move it from room to room.

This cot is light at only 6kg and comes with a great bag for travel. It is also very robust and has strong frame that can stand up to the demands of boisterous toddlers. The instructions were well written and clear, however our testers found the assembly to be a bit difficult. The slats were spaced sufficiently apart to keep fingers from getting caught between them. It's also more expensive than some of the other cots we reviewed however, it's worth the investment for its durability and utility.

Design

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

The icklebubba Snowdon Classic Cot bed is the best cot for design lovers. Its sleek, modern take on the classic sleigh style isn't as bulky that these types of cots can provide. It has plenty of storage space-saving features, including the drawer that is built into the cot as well as rails for teething on the sides. It was sturdy and robust. The three-position height of the base lets it expand with your baby.

Alternatively alternatively, the Modena cot bed from Tutti Bambini offers excellent value for money and has an elegant panel design that would suit any nursery. It's made to last until your child is six years old, and then it transforms first into a junior bed, and later to a chic sofa bed. It's also one of only a few cot beds that we have tested with the option of a drawer as well as a teething rail and a hanging rail.

Another option with a sleek panel design is the Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed, which comes in a variety of colour options to coordinate with your nursery decor. Our mom testers were impressed by its clever features and the drawer for storage being particularly useful for storing bedding and clothes. It is also one of the most simple cot beds to assemble. The pieces are clearly labelled, and the instructions are simple to follow. It's also a great choice for those who have little space since it can be flat-packed and rolled down. It is made of a standard cot-mattress (140cm by 70cm), and is suitable for babies through toddlerhood. An extension kit allows it to be used until 10 years old.

Convertibility

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 for as long as possible and evolve with your child, ensuring that they have a safe place to sleep.

Some cots are designed to be more than a toddler bed. The Boori Eton Cot Bed is our top pick. It can be converted into an infant (L207cm, W147cm, H90cm) as well as the daybed (L234cm, W145cm and H70cm) and a sofa (L234cm, W145cm, and H70cm). This makes it the longest-lasting choice on our list, since it is designed to last through childhood to.

It's a bit pricey in comparison to other cot cribs beds we evaluated, but it offers an attractive design and feel that will fit in with any nursery. The instructions could be more precise, but our parent testers were awed by how easy it was them to build and put up. This is a minor fault however, since it was incredibly simple and took less than 30 minutes to complete.

Another impressive characteristic of this cot is that it comes with four mattress base heights, which is an upgrade on the three most common options. This gives you the ability to adjust it as your child grows, because they might require an upper or lower base level based on their age and ability. It also comes with useful teething rails and a strip on the top to protect it from being bitten.

The grey finish was the preferred of our dad's testers. It is not cheap but it's a the best value for money because it will last your child until they reach toddlerhood and beyond. Additionally, it comes with one-year warranties, so you have peace of mind that it will be sturdy and durable. The only thing you'll need to purchase separately is the mattress.