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How to Choose the Best Cot Bed With so many essentials for babies to consider, a top crib bed is among the most important purchases. Therefore, we've created this guide to help you locate the perfect choice for your little one. This high-end option works perfectly to be used in Scandi style nursery. It's a sturdy and long-lasting option that will grow with your child. It has three mattress height options and the option of removing the sides to create a chic bench-style toddler bed. cheap cot beds There's a cot to fit every nursery and budget. There's also a variety of options that provide different amounts of longevity, with some converting into toddler beds that can be used throughout the preschool years and beyond. The ones that can be converted into a bed are more expensive, but they last longer. The Mamas & Papas Coxley won our overall prize. Its stunning aesthetics and simple to assemble design makes it a fantastic choice for those who want an upscale cot that can last for a lifetime. Our testers for parents liked 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 believed was 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. The cot bed isn't expensive, and requires an Allen key for setup. The Elementary cot is a cheaper option that will provide your baby a good night's rest. It's part of the Anyday range by John Lewis. Our parents were impressed by the simplicity of the design and simple assembly. The cot is foldable down and stored easily since it can fit into bags similar to that used for a camping chair. It's not ideal for camping in the car but it's perfect for apartment life or those who don't need to move their cot around too often. The SnuzKot is an additional affordable cot that we suggest, especially if you choose to go with the toddler kit and mattress extender (sold separately). It will expand with your child until they reach around four years old. Our dad tester loved that it could be transformed into a minimalist-looking toddler bed, and also create the feeling of a cocoon by putting up a fabric canopy. Safety A cot that is safe and sturdy will not only meet UK safety standards, but will also feel solid and secure. Choose a sturdy design with safety bars or sides, and a solid foundation, so that your baby cannot easily get out. Some cots have additional features like teething rails or drawers for under-bed storage which can help you stay organized while your baby develops. The Boori cot is made from sustainable Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata, so you can feel confident about the purchase. It can be converted from a cot to a toddler bed by leaving three sides open to ensure security. There is an extension kit available which can convert it to a full-sized bed once your child is ready. This stylish but simple cot is a great option for those on a tight budget. It is easy to assemble with clearly marked components and clear instructions. It has three mattress settings that allow you to alter the height as your child grows. It fits most standard cot mattress and is a great purchase for the price. This is a fantastic option If you're looking for a high-end cot. It can be used as a cot and features four mattress positions. It will last until your child are about three years old. It also folds flat and has lockable wheels, making it very convenient to move it from room to room. This cot comes with handy travel bag, and is one of the smallest cots we've test at 6kg. It's also extremely robust and has an extremely sturdy frame that can be able to withstand the rigors of toddlers. Our test subjects found it a little difficult to put together, however the instructions were clear and well-written. They noted that the slats are sufficiently apart to avoid fingers from getting caught between them. It's also more expensive than the other cots we reviewed, but it is worth the investment for its durability and utility. Design When you are buying a cot bed, it's easy to get caught up in the specifications and safety features, but don't forget the style. It's important that you choose the cot bed that is both functional and beautiful. The icklebubba Classic Cot bed is the ideal bed for design-lovers. Its modern, sleek take on the traditional sleigh style isn't as bulky that these types can have. It also doesn't skimp on space-saving storage and has an open drawer that can be placed under the cot, and teething rails that can be affixed to the side. It was sturdy and robust. The three-position height of the base allows it to expand with your baby. If you prefer alternatively, the Modena cot bed from Tutti Bambini offers excellent value for money and comes with a stylish panel design that would suit any nursery. It's made to be used until your child is six years old, and then it transforms first into a junior bed and later into a chic sofa bed. It is also one of only a handful of cot beds that we tested with the option of a drawer and a rail for teething and a hanging rail. Another option that has a stylish panel design is the Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed, which is available in several colors to match your nursery decor. Our mom testers loved its unique features including the storage drawer particularly useful for storing bedding and clothes. It is also one of the easiest cot beds to assemble. The pieces are clearly labeled, and the instructions are simple to follow. It's also a great option for those with limited space as it can be rolled up and rolled down. It uses 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 of age. Convertibility When you're a new parent, there are plenty of baby essentials to think about. One of the most important things to consider is a high-quality cot bed. You want it to last as long as you can and grow with your child, ensuring that they have a safe bed to sleep in. Although most cots can be transformed into toddler beds by the purchase of a conversion kit, some cots are made to go beyond this. Our top choice is the Boori Eton Convertible Bed, which converts into a toddler bed (L207cm x W147cm x H90cm), as well as a sofa and daybed (L234cm x W145cm x H70cm). This makes it the longest-lasting selection on our list, as it will last your child through childhood to. It's a bit more expensive than some of the other cot beds we tested however its superior design and feel will look great in any nursery. Our parents who tested it were impressed with how easy it was to build and set up but they did say that the instructions could be more clear. This isn't a big issue, though, considering it was a breeze and took less than 30 minutes to complete. Another impressive aspect of this cot is the fact that it has four mattress base heights that are an improvement on the three most popular options. This allows you to adjust the cot as your child develops. They may require a higher or lower base level depending on their age and abilities. It also comes with useful teething rails and a plastic strip on the top to shield it from being bitten. The grey finish was the preferred of our dad test-driver. It's not cheap however it offers excellent value for money since it will see your child through to the age of toddler and beyond. It also comes with an assurance of one year so you can be confident that it will last. The only thing you'll need to buy separately is the mattress.