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How to Choose the Best Cot Bed With so many baby essentials to consider, a top cot bed is among the most important purchases. We've created this guide to assist you in choosing the right cot for your baby. This premium option fits perfectly in Scandi style nurseries. It's a sturdy and durable option that will grow with your child, with three mattress height options and the ability to remove the sides for a sleek bench-style toddler bed. Budget There is a cot for every nursery and budget. There are a variety of options with different lifespans, some of which can be converted into toddler beds to be used into the preschool years or even beyond. The ones that can be converted into a bed are more expensive, however they last longer. The Mamas & Papas Coxley won our overall award. Its stunning aesthetics and easy-to assemble design make it an ideal choice for those who want a high-quality cot that will last a lifetime. The minimalist design and warm-toned finish will look fantastic in the Scandi nursery. This cot bed comes with a drawer that mum tester Katrina believed was more suitable than less expensive cots that have a drawer built-in. It also has an anti-bite strip on the top rails of the cot, to prevent your child's teeth from getting stuck. The cot bed isn't expensive, and requires an Allen key to set up. The cot for the Elementary is a cheaper option that can give your baby a peaceful night's rest. It's part of the range called Anyday by John Lewis. The simple design and easy assembly were highly praised by our parents who tested it. The cot can be folded into a compact size and stored because it fits in a bag the size of that used for a camping chair. It's not the best choice for car camping, but should be fine for those living in apartments or who don't need to move their cot a lot. We recommend the SnuzKot for another budget-friendly cot, especially when it comes with the toddler kit (sold separately) and mattress extender. It will expand with your child until they reach four years old. Our dad tester liked that it could be transformed into a modern-looking toddler bed, and created the feeling of a cocoon with its fabric canopy. Safety A cot that is safe and sturdy is not just required to meet the strict UK safety standards, but also be sturdy and feel secure. Look for a robust design that includes sides or safety bars and solid foundations that your child can't easily climb out. Some cot beds have additional features such as teething rails, under-bed drawers and even a crib that can help you keep things organised while your little one is growing. The Boori cot is constructed of sustainable Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata, so you can be confident in your purchase. It converts from a cot to a toddler bed (leaving three sides up to provide peace of mind) and has an option of an extension kit to take it all the way up to a double bed when your child is ready. top rated cots and simple cot is a great option if you're on a budget. It's easy to assemble and has clearly labeled components and clear instructions. It has three mattress height settings so you can adjust it as your baby grows. It is compatible with most standard cot mattresses and is a great value buy for the money. This is a fantastic option when you're in search of a high-end cot. It has an impressive four mattress positions in cot mode and will last until your child is around three years old. It folds flat and comes with locking wheels, making it very mobile if you have to move it from room to room. This cot comes with handy travel bag, and is one of the smallest cots that we test at 6kg. It's also very sturdy and has a strong frame that can handle the raging toddlers. Our testers found it to be a little challenging to put together, however the instructions were well-written and clear. They were impressed by the fact that the slats were spaced far enough apart to prevent fingers from getting caught between them. It's also more expensive than the other cots we reviewed however, it's worth the investment for its longevity and practicality. Design It's easy to overlook the design when buying a cot-bed. The cot you choose for your baby will be used for a long period of time, so it's important to find one you like as well as is practical and useful. The icklebubba Classic Cot bed is the best cot for design lovers. Its sleek, modern take on the classic sleigh design does not have the bulky feel that these types of cots can provide. It has plenty of storage space-saving features and storage options, including the drawer that is built into the cot, as well as teething rails on the side. Our mum test subject found it solid and sturdy and has the ability to adjust the height of the base three times, which allows the bed to grow with your child. The Modena cot-bed from Tutti Bambini is a great value and comes in a panelled design that will suit any nursery. It's designed to last until your child is six years old, and then it transforms first into a junior bed and then into a stylish sofa bed. It's also among the cot beds that we tested that has an opening, a hanging rail and teething rails. Its solid pine construction makes it an excellent choice for parents who want their cot bed to stand the test of time. The Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed is another option with an elegant panel design. It is available in a variety of colors to match your nursery decor. The storage drawer was especially useful for clothing and bedding. Our mom testers were awed by its features. It's also among the most simple cot beds to build, with all pieces being clearly labelled and with easy-to-follow instructions. It's also a great choice for those who have limited space as it can be rolled up and collapsed. It's a standard cot mattress (140cm by 70cm) and is suitable for babies to toddlerhood. A kit for extension allows it to be used up to 10 years of age. Convertability If you're a new parent there are a lot of baby essentials to think about. But one of the most important is a quality cot bed. You want something that lasts for as long as it can and will grow with your child to give them a safe and comfortable place to sleep. Some cots are designed to be more than just a bed for toddlers. Our top pick is the Boori Eton Convertible Plus Bed, which transforms into a toddler bed (L207cm x W147cm x H90cm), as well as a sofa and daybed (L234cm x W145cm x H70cm). This makes it our most durable pick that will last from birth through the age of. It's expensive in comparison to other cot beds we've tested, but it has an attractive appearance and feel that would fit in with any nursery. The instructions could have been more clear, but our parent testers were awed by the ease with which it was for them to build and put up. This is not a major issue however, as it was still a breeze and took less than thirty minutes to complete. This cot comes with four base heights for the mattress. This is an upgrade over the three standard options. This gives you the ability to adjust it as your child grows as they may need a higher or lower base level, based on their age and abilities. It comes with teething rails that are useful and a plastic strip on the top to keep it from becoming a bit. The grey finish was the preferred of our dad's testers. It's not cheap but it's a great value because it will last into the toddler years and beyond. Plus, it's covered by an one-year guarantee, so you have confidence that it's sturdy and long-lasting. The only thing you'll have to buy separately is a mattress, which isn't included.