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How to Choose the best crib for newborn Cot Bed

The best cot bed is a essential item for any baby. So we've put together this guide to help you choose the ideal bed for your little one.

This high-end option works perfectly to be used in Scandi style nursery. This sturdy and durable choice can grow with your baby, with three mattress positions and the ability to take the sides off to create a chic bench-style toddler bed.

Budget

There is a cot for every nursery and budget. There are also a range of options that offer various levels of longevity and some convert into toddler beds for use into the age of preschool and beyond. The ones that can be turned into a bed are more expensive, however they'll last longer.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley won our overall award. Its stunning design and easy to assemble make it an ideal choice for those who want an excellent cot that will last for a long time. The minimalist design and warm color will look great in a Scandi nursery. This cot bed has a drawer that mum tester Katrina thought was superior to cheaper cots that come with an inbuilt drawer, and an anti-bite strip of plastic on the top of the cot rails to protect your child from getting their teeth caught in the bars. But at PS599 with a mattress that is sold separately the bed isn't cheap, and it does require an Allen key to start it up.

A less expensive option that will still give your baby a comfortable night's sleep is the Elementary cot from John Lewis' Anyday range. Our parents were impressed by the simplicity of the design and simple assembly. The cot is small when folded and can be tucked away easily too, fitting into a carry bag that's about the size of the carry case of a camping chair. It's not the best baby cots choice for camping in the car but it's perfect for apartment life or those who won't be moving their cot a lot.

We recommend the SnuzKot as another cot for under $100, particularly when it comes with the toddler kit (sold separately) and mattress extender. It will expand with your child until they reach around four years old. Our dad tester loved the possibility of converting it into a modern-looking toddler bed, and also create a cocoon like feeling by putting up a fabric canopy.

Safety

A good cot should not only meet the strict UK safety standards, but it must also be sturdy and feel secure. Look for a sturdy design with bars of safety or sides and a solid foundation so that your baby cannot easily climb out. Some cots come with extra features such as teething rails, under-bed drawers and even a crib sets that can help you organize your home as your baby is growing.

The Boori cot is made of 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 (leaving three sides open for reassurance) and also has the option of an extension kit that can 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 with a tight budget. It's easy to assemble, with clearly labelled parts and clear instructions. It comes with three height settings for the mattress so that you can adjust it as your baby grows. It is compatible with most cots with a standard mattresses and is an excellent buy for the price.

If you're looking for a premium cot, this is a good choice. It has an impressive four mattress positions in the cot position and will last until your child is about three years old. It is also foldable and has wheels that lock, making it portable to move it from one room to the next.

This cot is lightweight at just 6kg and comes with a great bag for traveling. It's also extremely durable with an extremely sturdy frame that can withstand boisterous toddlers. Our test subjects found it a bit tricky to put together, however the instructions were clear and well-written. The slats were spaced sufficiently apart to prevent fingers from getting caught between them. It is also more expensive than other cots we have reviewed, but the quality and durability make it worth the investment.

Design

It's easy to overlook the design when you are buying a cot bed. The crib of your baby will be in use for a long time so it's important to find one that you enjoy and is also practical and functional.

The icklebubba Classic Cot bed is the perfect bed for design-lovers. Its modern, sleek take on the traditional sleigh style does not have the bulky feel that these types can have. It's packed with storage space such as a drawer that fits underneath the cot, as well as teething rails on the sides. Our mum test subject found it robust and durable, with a three-position base height that allows the bed to grow with your child.

Alternatively alternatively, the Modena cot bed from Tutti Bambini offers excellent value for money and comes with a stylish panel design that will look great in any nursery. It's designed to be used until your child is six years old, converting first into a junior bed, and later into a chic sofa bed. It's also among the few cot beds we tested to have an opening, a hanging rail and teething rails. Additionally, its solid pine construction makes it a great option for parents who want their cot to endure the test of time.

The Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed is another option with an elegant panel design. It comes in a variety of colors to match your nursery decor. The storage drawer was particularly useful for bedding and clothes. Our mum testers were impressed by the features. It's also among the most simple cot beds to build, with all pieces being clearly labelled and easy to follow instructions. It's also a great option for those who have a limited space as it can be folded down and flat-packed. It uses a standard infant cot bed-mattress (140cm by 70cm), and is suitable for babies through toddlerhood. A kit for extension allows it to be used until 10 years old.

Convertibility

There are a variety of baby necessities you need to think about as the new parent. One of the most important items to think about is a top-quality crib bed. You want it to last as long as you can and grow with your child so that they have a safe bed to sleep in.

While the majority of online cots can be transformed to toddler beds through the purchase of a conversion kit some cot beds are designed to go beyond this. The Boori Eton Cot Bed is our top choice. It can be converted to a toddler (L207cm, W147cm, H90cm) and a daybed (L234cm, W145cm and H70cm), and sofa (L234cm, W145cm, H70cm). This makes it our most durable pick and will last from birth to childhood.

It's a bit more expensive than some of the other cot beds we tested however, its high-end look and feel will fit in any nursery. Our parents who tested it were amazed by how easy it was to put together and construct however they did mention that the instructions could be clearer. This isn't a big issue, though, considering it was still a simple task and took less than 30 minutes to complete.

The cot comes with four different mattress base heights. This is an upgrade over the three standard options. This allows you to adjust the cot as your child develops. They might require a lower or higher base level, based on their age and capabilities. It also comes with teething rails and a plastic strip on the top to shield it from being bitten.

This cot is available in a variety of Scandi-inspired colors, and our dad tester was keen on the grey finish. It's not cheap however it offers excellent value for money since it will see your child through to toddlerhood and beyond. It's also covered by one-year warranty, so you can be confident that it will last. The only thing that you'll need to purchase separately is the mattress.