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Best Cots For Newborns

A cot is a bed for your baby with high sides to prevent them from falling out. They come in a range of styles from bedside cribs (bassinet-style cribs that attach to the side of your bed to allow secure co-sleeping) to travel cribs.

The mum tester Jasmin loved the cot sales's storage space which is ideal for blankets and sheets. It's also simple to set-up and comes with an incline that helps with reflux.

1. Mamas&Papas Franklin Cot Bed

Cot beds are a parent's best friend. They keep baby warm and (hopefully) sleeping soundly. When looking for a cot, there are many things to take into consideration. From safety and specifications to design and design. A good cot should last from newborn to toddlerhood. So durability is important. This cot is stylish, robust and is in compliance with the most current guidelines. It's also affordable and comes with a mattress.

Tested by: Gemma, mum to Boden, 13 months

Mamas&Papas is a master at designing stylish and practical nursery furniture and this crib is no exception. It's a stylish option for your baby's first room with a contemporary gray finish that will suit any style. What's more, it converts into a cool toddler bed or day bed to make it a durable bed. It also comes with two different heights for the base, making it safer and easier to reach your baby than a standard drop side cot. And it's constructed with a shaped base, which means it can be used in most standard doorways, a real bonus for time-stretched parents. It comes with a dresser and changer to keep the essentials for your newborn close to hand.

2. SnuzFino Cot Bed

This crib is designed to support your baby from newborn up to around four years old. It has two levels of mattress which means you can start with a lower base and move down as the Baby Cot Bed grows and learns to sit up on their own. It was named Gold in the Mother&Baby Awards 2024 for the most beautiful Moses basket, cot or crib.

The slats of this cot are more spaced together than some of the other models we looked at This makes it more sleek and suitable for bedrooms with smaller spaces. It has a convenient side door that lets you reach in easily to feed or change nappies, or change the nappies. Parents loved the ease with which this cot was to put together Our tester took just 12 minutes to get it ready to use.

When choosing a cot bed make sure you choose one that are safe. To prevent your baby's legs from becoming trapped, all cots should have bars that are no more than 6 centimeters apart. Also, make sure that the slats are firmly fixed to avoid any loose or damaged fastenings.

A quality cot mattress is also key to ensure your baby's comfort. Choose mattresses with latex-coated coir or pocket springs, which offer the best support and do not slide. It is also recommended to invest in an waterproof mattress cover as any dirt will get into the mattress and cause your child to sweat or feel uncomfortable.

Some cots are also equipped with extra bonuses, such as gentle rocking movements to help your baby settle (like the SNOO Smarter Cot), adjustable inclines to ease reflux and storage for nappy necessities (like the Mamas&Papas Lua Bedside Cot). These are fantastic additions, but only purchase items that are safe and suitable for your child.

3. Graco SnuzFino Bedside Crib

This crib is ideal if you want to use it from birth and have it in your bedroom while your baby sleeps. It's a compact design that easily fits into doors with standard frames and weighs just 6kg, which means it's easy to move around your home. It's also easy to climb up and down, which makes it ideal for changing nappy.

It's light and portable, which means you can move it easily between rooms or even during a trip. Its standalone design is a favorite among new parents who want to easily access their infant in the beginning stages of their child's development. It comes with a comfortable mattress and a wedge cover for reflux and a wedge cover, both of which are beneficial features.

It can also be converted to a toddler bed when you purchase the included Toddler Kit (PS70), which is great news for parents as it it will last until your child is ready to step away from mini cot beds life. This is a gorgeous crib bed with an Scandi look. It will look fantastic in your nursery.

Another alternative is this basic solid pine cot, which is suitable from birth to 3 years and costs just PS372. Our testers were impressed by its elegant paneled design. It's easy to put together and has an excellent storage drawer, a teething rail and adjustable height settings that are helpful for keeping your newborn safe. Its small dimensions make it a great option for people with low ceilings or small areas. Its sturdy build means that it will last for an extended period of time and not break like some cot-beds.

4. Babyletto Bedside Crib

This bedside crib is perfect for parents who want to wrap their child close before bedtime. The NHS suggests that babies be kept in a separate room for the first six months, but many parents find it soothing to have their child in close proximity before going to bed.

The cot comes in a variety of colors and non-toxic paints, so it can be customized to your bedroom or nursery decor. It's also a good option for parents with sloped ceilings who don't want a cot to take up a lot of floor space. It can be adjusted in 11 different heights, and tilted in four different positions. This includes an incline for reflux.

It's also a solidly built design that will last well into the toddler years. One tester for parents told us that her baby used the cot for two babies and it was still in good enough condition to pass on to her newest.

Another benefit is that this cot is small and compact, so it's easy to set up and move around when needed. It's an ideal choice for parents who have smaller spaces and can be used as a travel cot too. Testers found it a dream to put together and loved the storage drawer to keep everything your child needs. It's a bit costly however it's a worthwhile investment because of the design and function. The cot doesn't include a mattress, which means you'll need to purchase one separately. We suggest a firm, breathable and snugly fitting mattress to stop your child from suffocating. It should be a couple of inches shorter than the frame of the cot in order to prevent your child from being able to climb out.

5. SnuzFino Bedside Cot

The SnuzFino is among the more stylish cots on our list, but it's not all about appearances. It's made to last for the first 18 months. It can also be transformed to a toddler's bed by incorporating a separate toddler kit. The design is timeless and chic and our test-run showed that it would look great in any nursery - especially when you choose a matching changing unit and wardrobe.

Whatever cot you choose, be sure it is in line with the rules that apply to your baby's age and your home. The spacing between bars shouldn't exceed 6.5cm (two inches), as this will stop babies from getting their heads stuck. Also the surface should not be rough to prevent being suffocated. You'll need to purchase a mattress for your cot that is perfect, with no gaps around the edges. It should also be made of air-tight materials to regulate your baby's body temperature.

Although it's tempting to purchase a cot with additional features, such as built-in storage drawers and removable bassinet sides (as with the Mamas & Papas Lua Cot) These should be carefully considered in the light of your budget and your lifestyle. The best cots are simply designed to let your baby sleep safely and comfortably and you can usually find all-in-one cot beds that have plenty of storage space, without costing a lot.

If you're looking to find a high-tech alternative for your baby, the SNOO Smart Sleeper crib has an inbuilt sensor that responds to the baby's cry and gently rocks their body to sleep in a motion that mimics their mother's womb. The cost is a bit steep, but it could be worth the investment for babies who are prone to fussiness.