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How to Choose the best crib for newborn Cot Bed

The best cot bed is a must-have for every baby. We've created this guide to help find the best cots for newborns choice for your baby.

A high-quality bed that fits beautifully in nursery spaces that are reminiscent of Scandi. It's a sturdy and long-lasting option that will grow with your child, offering three mattress height positions and the ability to remove the sides to create a chic bench-style toddler bed.

Budget

There is a cot for every nursery and budget. There are a variety of choices that come with different durations and some of them can be converted into toddler beds to be used in the preschool years or beyond. Naturally, those which convert into beds tend to be more expensive, but the investment could be worth it if you want a cot sale that lasts for a long time instead of just for a few months.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley was our overall winner due to its luxurious aesthetic and easy-to-assemble design, making it an excellent option for parents who want a top quality crib that can stand the years. This model's minimalist design and warm-toned finish will look great in a Scandi nursery. The cot bed also comes with a handy drawer, which mom tester Katrina thought was an improvement over cheaper cots that come with an integrated drawer, as well as an anti-bite strip of plastic across the top of the cot rails to protect your child from getting their teeth stuck between the bars. The cot bed isn't inexpensive, and it requires an Allen key for setup.

The cot for the Elementary is a cheaper option that will give your baby a peaceful night's sleep. It's part of the Anyday collection by John Lewis. Our testers with parents were impressed by the simplicity of the design and quick, straightforward assembly. The cot is foldable up and stored easily, since it can fit into bags that are similar to the one used to store a camping chair. It's a little on the lightweight side and therefore may not be suitable for car camping but it should be fine for living in an apartment or for those who don't intend to move their cot around too much.

The SnuzKot is a good budget-friendly cot that we recommend, especially if you choose to opt for the toddler kit and mattress extender (sold separately). It will grow with your child until they're about four years old, and our dad tester liked the fact it converted to an unassuming toddler bed and created an ambiance of cocoons by incorporating a fabric canopy.

Safety

A cot that is safe and sturdy is not just required to meet the strict UK safety standards, but it should also be sturdy and feel secure. Look for a robust design that has safety bars or sides, as well as solid foundations, so your baby can't be able to climb out. Some cot beds have additional features like teething rails and under-bed drawers that can help you organize your life while your baby is growing.

Parent test subject Becki says her Boori cot "has been through three children and is still beautiful." Its classic design will fit in with any home and is made of sustainably-sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood, so you can feel good about the purchase. It can be transformed from a cot to a toddler bed by leaving three sides unlocked for safety. There's also an extension kit that will take it up to a larger bed when your child's ready.

This simple but stylish cot is a good choice if you're on a budget. It's easy to set up, with clearly labelled parts and clear instructions. It comes with three mattress options, so you can adjust the height of your baby as he grows. It can be used with standard mattress cots and is a good buy for the price.

This is an excellent choice when you're in search of an extremely high-end cot. It offers four mattress positions in cot mode, and will last until your baby is about three years old. It is also foldable and has wheels that lock, making it portable for moving it from one room to another.

This cot comes with convenient travel bag and is one of the smallest cots we've test at 6kg. It is also very durable, with an extremely sturdy frame that can stand up to the demands of boisterous toddlers. Our testers found it a bit tricky to put together, however the instructions were well-written and clear. They noted that the slats are enough apart to prevent fingers from getting caught between them. It's also more expensive than other cots that we have reviewed, but the durability and function are worth the cost.

Design

It's easy to overlook the design when buying a cot-bed. It's crucial to select a cot bed that is both practical and attractive.

The icklebubba Snowdon Classic Cot bed is the ideal cot sets for design lovers. Its sleek, modern take on the classic sleigh design isn't as bulky that these cots are known for. It's packed with storage space-saving features such as the drawer that is built into the cot as well as rails for teething on the sides. Our mom tester found it to be solid and sturdy, with a three-position base height that 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 they are six years old. It transforms into a junior mattress, and transforms into a chic sofa bed. It's also one of the few cot beds we've tested with draw with a hanging rail as well as teething rails. Its solid pine construction makes it a good choice for parents who want their cot to stand the test of time.

The Stokke Sleepie Cot Bed is another option with a panelled design. It comes in a variety of colours to complement your nursery's decor. Our mum testers loved its clever features, with the storage drawer particularly useful to store bedding and clothes. It's also the most simple cot beds to assemble. All the pieces are clearly labelled, and the instructions are easy to follow. It's also a great option for those who have a limited space, as it can be folded and then flat-packed. It is made of a standard cot-mattress (140cm by 70cm) and is suitable for children from birth through toddlerhood. A kit for extension allows it to be used until 10 years of age.

Convertability

There are a lot of baby essentials that you should consider as the new parent. One of the most important things to consider is a high-quality cot bed. You want it to last for as long as possible and grow with your child so that they have a safe place to sleep.

Some cots are designed to be more than a bed for toddlers. The Boori Eton Cot Bed is our top ranked cribs pick. It converts into a toddler (L207cm, W147cm, H90cm) and the daybed (L234cm, W145cm and H70cm) and sofa (L234cm, W145cm, and H70cm). This makes it our most durable choice and will last your child from birth to the time of their childhood.

It's a bit more expensive than some of the other cot-beds we tried however its superior look and feel will fit in any nursery. Our parents were impressed with how easy it was to set up and build, although they did note that the instructions could be clearer. This is a minor flaw but it was still a simple task and took less than 30 minutes to complete.

This cot comes with four base heights for the mattress. This is an improvement over the three most common options. This allows you to alter the height of the cot as your child grows. They may require an upper or lower base level based on their age and capabilities. It also comes with useful teething rails and a strip that runs along the top to protect it from being bitten.

The grey finish was the most popular of our dad's testers. It's not expensive however it offers great value for money as it will take your child through to toddlerhood and beyond. It also comes with an assurance of one year so you can be sure it will last. The only thing you'll have to buy separately is a mattress, which isn't included.