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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. This guide will help find the best choice for your baby. A top-quality option that fits beautifully in Scandi-style nursery rooms. It's a sturdy and long-lasting option that grows with your child, offering three mattress height positions as well as the option of removing the sides to create a chic bench-style toddler bed. Budget When it comes to cots there's a cot to fit every budget and every nursery. There are a variety of choices that come with different durations some of which can be converted into toddler beds to be used into the age of preschool or beyond. Obviously, the ones which convert into beds do tend to be more expensive, but the cost can be well-repaid 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, with its stunning design and easy-to-assemble design. It's a great choice for those who want an excellent crib that can stand the years. The sleek design and warm-toned finish will look great in a Scandi nursery. This cot bed comes with an adjustable drawer that mom tester Katrina considered to be a better choice than some cheaper cots which have a drawer built in. It also has an anti-bite strip along the top rails of the cot to stop your child's teeth from getting stuck. This cot bed isn't inexpensive, and it requires an Allen key to set up. A more affordable option that still gives your baby a good night's sleep is the cot that's Elementary from John Lewis' Anyday range. Our parents loved the simple design and quick, straightforward assembly. The cot is small when folded and can be tucked away easily too, fitting into a bag that's about the size of the carry case of a camping chair. It's lighter than the average cot which means it might not be ideal for camping in the car however it's suitable for apartment living or for those who don't plan to move their cot around too much. We recommend the SnuzKot for another budget-friendly cot, especially when it comes with the toddler kit (sold separately) and mattress extender. It can grow with your child until they're around four years old, and our dad tester loved the fact that it can be converted into a minimal-looking toddler bed and created a cocoon-like feeling with its fabric canopy. Safety A cot that is safe and sturdy should not only meet the strict UK safety standards, but it must also be sturdy and comfortable to the touch. Choose a sturdy design with safety bars or sides and an erect base to ensure that your child is unable to easily get out. cribs beds will also come with extra features like teething rails and drawers under the bed which can help organize your home while your baby is growing. Parent test participant Becki says her Boori cot “has lasted through 3 children and still looks amazing.” Its classic design will fit in with any home and is made of sustainable sources of Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood, so you'll feel comfortable about the purchase. It converts from a cot to a toddler bed (leaving three sides open to give you security) and also has the option of an extension kit to take it all the way up to a double bed when your child is ready. This stylish but simple cot is an excellent choice for those on a limited budget. It's simple to assemble with clearly marked parts and clear instructions. It has three height settings for the mattress so that you can adjust it as your baby grows. It can be used with standard cot mattresses and is a great value purchase for the money. This is a fantastic option if you are looking for an expensive cot. It can be used as a cot and features four mattress positions. It'll last until your child are about three years old. It folds flat and has locks on the wheels, making it convenient to move it from room to room. The cot comes with a convenient travel bag and is one of the lightest cots we tested at 6kg. It's also extremely robust, with an extremely sturdy frame that can be able to withstand the rigors of toddlers. The instructions were well written and clear, however our testers found the assembly to be a little challenging. They also noted that the slats were spaced enough apart to prevent fingers from getting caught between them. It's also more expensive than some of the other cots that we looked at, but it is worth the cost for its longevity and practicality. Design It's easy to overlook the style when you are buying a cot bed. The crib of your baby will be in use for a long period of time, therefore it's crucial to choose one that you love as well as is practical and useful. The icklebubba Classic Cot bed is the ideal cot for design lovers. Its sleek, modern version of the classic sleigh style 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 an under-bed drawer that can be tucked away beneath the cot and teething rails on the side. Our mother tested it and found it to be robust and durable and has three positions of base height that allows the bed to grow with your child. Alternately you can choose the Modena cot bed from Tutti Bambini offers excellent value for money and comes with a smart panelled look that would suit any nursery. It's designed to last until your child reaches six years old, before transforming first into a junior bed, and then into a stylish sofa bed. It's also among the only a handful of cot beds that we have tested with the option of a drawer as well as a teething rail and a hanging rail. Another option that has a stylish panel design is the Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed, which comes in a variety of color options to fit the decor of your nursery. Our mum testers loved its nifty features including the storage drawer being especially useful to store bedding and clothes. It's also one of the easiest cot beds for parents to assemble, with all the pieces clearly labeled and easy to follow instructions. It's also a great alternative for those with limited space because it can be folded flat and rolled down. It's a standard cot mattress (140cm by 70cm), and is suitable for children from birth to toddlerhood. An extension kit allows it to be used up to 10 years of age. Convertibility When you're a new parent there are a lot of baby essentials to think about. One of the most important is a good quality cot bed – you want something that lasts as long as possible and will grow with your child to give them a safe and comfortable place to sleep. While the majority of cots can be made 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 can be converted 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 choice that will last your child from birth until childhood. It's expensive when compared to other cot beds we've test, but it comes with an attractive look and feel that will be a perfect fit for any nursery. Our parents who tested it were impressed by how simple it was to put together and construct but they did say that the instructions could be clearer. This isn't a major issue but it was still a simple task and took less than 30 minutes to complete. The cot comes with four different base heights for the mattress. This is an upgrade over the three most common options. This gives you the ability to adjust it as your child grows as they may need an upper or lower base level based on their age and abilities. It comes with teething rails which are helpful as well as a plastic strip on the top to stop it from becoming a bit. This cot comes in several different Scandi-inspired finishes, and our dad tester was attracted by the grey-colored finish. It's not cheap but it's a great value since it will last your child until they reach the toddler years and beyond. Plus, it's covered by a one-year warranty and gives you assurance that it's sturdy and durable. The only thing that you'll need to buy separately is the mattress.