There's a lot to take into consideration when you're looking to buy a cot for your infant. But with the right pick you'll be able ensure that they're safe and secure throughout their first years.
This high-quality cot by Silver Cross is our overall winner. We are awestruck by its sleek design and ease of assembly. It has a mattress that can be adjusted to three different heights as your child grows.
1. Silver Cross Westport Cot Bed
With its enduring style and sturdy construction This cot bed wooden cot made of wood is an ideal choice for new parents seeking quality nursery furniture. The cot comes with three adjustable base heights, which means it can grow with your child and is suitable up to four years old. It also comes with practical teething rails that our testers found were great in preventing wood damage caused by growing baby teeth. There's also a handy built-in wardrobe to store clothing nappies, blankets and other items.
The Coxley's timeless design, its classic white finish and oak accents make it a chic piece that can be incorporated into any nursery decor. It is a large cot, larger than most it can be turned into a toddler's room. It also has a separate dressing table and changing area. Victoria, a mum of two boys aged three and eight, Wooden Folding Cot Bed says "I love the clean lines of the Greenwich pieces. They are sturdy and secure for our children and the matching dresser/changing table provides the perfect place to store their clothes, diapers and bedding.
This classic all-white wooden cot bed cot mattress from Silver Cross has an easy-to-assemble design that's compatible with standard cot mattress sizes. It also has contrasting cast pewter handles. It's designed to last through birth and can be transformed into a toddler bed when the appropriate time comes, and is compatible with the Silver Cross TrueFit mattress for the most comfortable and safe sleep.
It's available in a variety of neutral shades that fit easily into any nursery decor, making it a great option for both girls as well as boys. The fact that the cot was simple to clean and was compatible with the Silver Cross TrueFit Mattress, which is perfectly fitted the cot, meant that our test participants enjoyed it.
2. Stokke Cot Bed
Designed by Scandinavian brand Stokke created by Stokke, a brand from Scandinavia, the Sleepi is a baby piece that will grow with your child. It is suitable from birth up to the age of five and can be adapted to meet changing demands of your child. It begins as a bassinette that can be converted into a crib (with rails on the sides) and then it becomes a junior bed.
The crib has bars that are spaced to allow air circulation while your baby is napping. This helps create a calming sleeping space and ensures that your baby enjoys an enjoyable sleep. Parents love that the curved corners prevent sharp edges, which helps babies feel safe and secure. The slatted design enables parents to keep an eye on the baby from every angle, giving them peace-of-mind and confidence in their parenting abilities.
The cot can be converted into a bed for a toddler by taking the sides off. We did this with our son. This is a great method to avoid purchasing a new mattress, and also save space in your room for furniture.
The cot bed is made from durable and strong beech wood, with a non-toxic finish, which makes it safe for your baby kid. It is easy to clean and features a neutral color scheme that looks lovely in any room. The cot isn't inexpensive, but its durability and function mean that it will last you for years, and can even be used by your next child if you look after it.
3. Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed
The Snowdon is a classic sleigh-style cot bed with open slatted sides and teething rails that protect your baby from those curious little mouths and hands. It's easy to put together and is a great choice for those looking for an elegant, traditional design that will fit seamlessly into your nursery. Vicky was our test subject, and thought that the curved shape was more suitable for smaller spaces than the other sleigh beds we tested. Its three height options are ideal for newborns to toddlers and its large under drawer offers plenty of space to store the essentials for your baby with handles and a smooth, rolling pull-out function.
It is easy to transform the cot into a junior mattress once your baby reaches the age to do this. Simply take out the side rails, then lower both ends. You can then put in a wardrobe that matches to give your child lots of storage space. It also comes with a premium 140x70cm mattress that is made to fit perfectly and is 100 100% breathable for your baby's comfort.
This beautiful cot bed is a fantastic investment piece that will carry your child from infancy to the early toddler years. It's pricier than other cot beds we tried, but our test participant, Annie believes it's worth the price considering that it can be used for a long time to come. It's a sleek, stylish design with extra features like teething rails and an under-drawer and its solid wood construction is incredibly sturdy. It is a little heavy and heavy, so keep that in mind when you move it around after the assembly.
4. Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed
This Sleigh cot is the most striking piece of the Obaby furniture Stamford range. It has a gorgeously designed curved end that has been sculpted by hand. It is available in a range of finishes that will fit any nursery, and it coordinates with the rest Stamford furniture. It's also very adaptable, and can be transformed from cot into toddler bed by removing the sides. It can also be converted into an occasional sofa or a daybed as your child grows older. It comes with a large storage compartment under, teething bars and 3 adjustable levels of height.
Parent tester Beckie says this is a really well-designed cot, with the ability to grow with your child develops. Its wooden sleigh cot bed design makes it a stunning centrepiece in any nursery and its sustainable acacia and radiata hardwood construction is of the highest quality. The slatted sleigh style is also a great option for smaller spaces, since the gaps between slats are less than the gaps on other models.
It's not the cheapest model on our list, but parents and test participants felt it was worth the cost. It's built to last. It can be transformed into a toddler's bed by removing the rails on the sides, and later it can be converted into a daybed or sofa when your child reaches around four years old. With numerous additional features, including the under-drawer and rails for teething, this is an investment that will continue to grow with your child's development for decades to come.
The sleigh cot can be used with any cot mattress. The Stamford cot bed, which comes with dual sleeping surfaces can be bought to match the sleigh cot bed. The fabric is extremely soft and breathable Tencel that helps your child stay cool and comfortable. The other side is made of polyurethane, for added strength and resiliency. Both fabrics are hygienic and hypoallergenic.
5. Mamas & Papas Franklin Cot Bed
The Mamas & Papas Franklin cot bed is an excellent choice if you are seeking a stylish cot that grows with your child. It is suitable for babies up to 4 years old and can be transformed into a cool daybed or a toddler bed. The base comes with two different height positions that make it easier to access your baby, and you can also add an under-bed drawer for additional storage. It also passes the trampoline test', meaning it's safe to be used by older children.
Our testers loved how easy the cot was to put together and our deputy editor saying that it was an easy "doddle". It's also one of the tiniest flatpack cots on the market which makes it easier for you to move around the nursery. It's also packaged in a sleek and stylish box that is easy to recycle once your child has outgrown it.
The cot comes with an insulated mattress. Our test subjects found this to be a great feature, as it helps keep your baby's temperature in check for longer. It's also a spacious cot with plenty of space for bedding and toys. The rails for teething added to the comfort of our test moms.
Combine this cot with a matching Franklin Dresser or Franklin Wardrobe. (Available separately) To create a complete nursery, you can buy the Franklin Wardrobe and the Franklin Dresser separately. This smart 2-in-1 range will see you through the early years by combining stylish design with smart storage solutions. It comes with a cot/daybed which converts into a toddler bed, and a dresser, with an ample wardrobe that has deep drawers and hanging rails at the ends. It's a great option for those who have smaller bedrooms, low ceilings or anyone looking to make space.
There's a lot to take into consideration when you're looking to buy a cot for your infant. But with the right pick you'll be able ensure that they're safe and secure throughout their first years.
