Nine Things That Your Parent Teach You About Best Cot Bed

How to Choose the Best Cot Bed

The best cot bed is a essential item for any Baby Crib. This guide will help you choose the right bed for your baby.

This high-end option works perfectly in Scandi style nursery. It's a durable and sturdy option that grows with your child, offering three mattress height options and the ability to remove the sides for a stylish bench-style toddler bed.

Budget

There's a cot that fits every nursery and budget. There are a myriad of options that provide different amounts of longevity, with some converting into toddler beds for use through the preschool years and beyond. The ones that can be turned into a bed are more expensive, however they'll last longer.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley was our overall winner due to its stunning design and easy-to-assemble design, making it an excellent choice for parents looking for a top quality crib that can stand the years. The sleek design and warm finish is perfect for a Scandi nursery. The cot bed also has a handy drawer, which mum tester Katrina felt was a better option than some cheaper cots that come with an integrated drawer, as well as an anti-bite plastic strip along the top of the cot rails to protect your child from getting their teeth stuck between the bars. But at PS599 with a mattress sold separately, this crib isn't cheap. It requires an Allen key to make it functional.

A less expensive option that still gives your baby a comfortable night's rest is the cot that's Elementary from John Lewis' Anyday range. The easy design and simple assembly were praised by our parents who tested it. The cot is small when folded and can be stored easily, fitting into a carry bag that's the size of the carry case for a camp chair. It's not ideal for camping in the car however it's suitable for people living in apartments or who won't be moving their cot around too often.

We suggest the SnuzKot as another cot for under $100, particularly 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 testers loved the fact that it can be converted into a minimal-looking toddler bed, and also created a cocoon-like feeling with its fabric canopy.

Safety

A good cot will not only meet UK safety standards, but will also feel sturdy and secure. Find a sturdy style with bars of safety or sides, and a solid foundation, so that your baby cannot easily get out. Some cots have additional features like teething rails or drawers under the bed that will aid in keeping your baby organized as your Baby Cot develops.

Parent tester Becki says that her Boori cot "has lasted through 3 children and is still beautiful." Its traditional design will suit most homes and it's made from sustainable sources of Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood, so you can feel good about the purchase. It can be converted from a cot into a toddler bed by leaving three sides open to ensure safety. There is an extension kit available which can convert it to a full-sized bed once your child is ready.

This simple, stylish cot is a great choice when you're on a tight budget. It's easy to put together with clearly marked parts and clear instructions. It has three mattress settings, so you can adjust the height of your baby as he grows. It will fit most standard mattress cots and is a great value buy for the money.

This is an excellent choice when you're in search of an expensive cot beds for sale. It has an impressive four mattress base positions when in cot mode, and will last until your baby is about three years old. It folds up and has wheels that lock, making it a great option for moving it from one room to the next.

This cot comes with convenient travel bag and is among the lightest cots we tested at 6kg. It's also extremely sturdy and has a sturdy frame that can withstand boisterous toddlers. The instructions were well written and clear, but our testers found the assembly a little difficult. They noted that the slats are spaced sufficiently apart to avoid fingers from getting caught between them. It's also a bit more expensive than the other cots that we looked at but it's well worth the price for its durability and functionality.

Design

When buying a cot bed it's easy to be engrossed in the spec and safety features, but don't overlook the style. Your baby's cot will be used for a long time, so it's important to find one you like as well as is practical and useful.

The ickle bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed is the best cot bed for design lovers, with its sleek modern design that is a modern take on the traditional sleigh design that doesn't have the bulky feel that these types of beds can often feature. It also doesn't skimp on space-saving storage and has an open drawer that can be placed under the cot, as well as teething rails that can be attached to the side of the. Our mom tested it and found it sturdy and robust with three positions of base height that allows the bed to expand with your child.

Alternatively you can choose the Modena cot bed from Tutti Bambini offers excellent value for money and has a stylish panel design that will look great in any nursery. It's designed to last until they reach the age of six old. It transforms into a junior mattress and it transforms into a stylish sofa bed. It's also one of the few cot beds we've tested with an opening, a hanging rail and teething rails, while its solid pine construction makes it a great choice for parents who want their cot bed to last for a long time.

The Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed is another option with panels. It is available in a variety of colours to complement your nursery's decor. The storage drawer was particularly useful for bedding and clothes. Our mom testers were impressed by the features. It's also one of the easiest cot beds for parents to assemble, with all the pieces being clearly labelled and easy to follow instructions. It is also an excellent alternative for those with limited space because it can be folded flat and rolled down. It takes the standard cot mattress (140cm x 70cm) and is suitable from birth to toddlerhood, with an extension kit that allows it to be used up until your child is 10 years old. old.

Convertability

There are a lot of baby essentials you need to think about as a new parent. One of the most important items to think about is a top-quality cot bed. You want it to last for as long as possible and evolve with your child so that they have a safe place to sleep.

While the majority of cots can be converted into toddler beds with the purchase of a conversion kit, some cot beds are designed to go further than this. Our preferred choice is the Boori Eton Convertible Plus Bed, which converts into an infant bed (L207cm x W147cm x H90cm) and also a sofa and daybed (L234cm x W145cm and H70cm). This makes it our most durable choice and will last from birth until the time of their childhood.

It's more expensive than some of the other cot-beds we tried however, its high-end look and feel will fit in any nursery. The instructions could be more simple, but our parents testers were awed by how easy it was to construct and put up. This is a minor fault however, since it was incredibly simple and took less than thirty minutes to complete.

This cot comes with four base heights for mattresses. This is an improvement over the three most common options. This lets you adjust the cot as your child grows. They may need a higher or lower base level based on their age and abilities. It also comes with useful teething rails and a strip on the top to guard it from being bitten.

The grey finish was the most popular of our dad test-driver. It's not cheap but it's a the best value for money since it will last your child into the toddler years and beyond. It also comes with a one-year warranty and gives you confidence that it's durable and durable. The only thing you'll need to buy separately is a mattress, that's not included.