Mini Cot Beds

Mini cot beds are an excellent alternative to traditional cots, especially when you have smaller rooms in your nursery. These are designed to last up to four years old and come in a variety of colours and styles.

Our mom testers loved this comfy crib bed from Boori. It's easy to assemble it looks stunning and comes with plenty of additional features, such as teething rails as well as a storage drawer.

Style & Design

It can be easy to become caught up in the safety and specifications when selecting a cot for your baby, but don't forget the design. You want a cot that is elegant and blends with your nursery regardless of whether it's a modern or traditional arrangement.

The Obaby Maya Mini Cot Bed is our top choice in this category as it's an exquisite piece that's also super-easy to put together and looks fantastic in the room. It's also extremely sturdy and the only cot we tried that we felt could last the test. The narrow bars allow for easy cleaning since there aren't any nooks or crannies where dust can accumulate. The lowered base is great for infants. As your baby gets more active, you can lower it to stop them from falling out, while the teething rails will keep them safe from their sharp teeth.

Another gorgeous piece is the Silver Cross Nostalgia - a beautiful sleigh-style cot that's suitable from birth and can be made into a bed for toddlers using an extension kit (sold separately). The three height positions will ensure your child is at ease throughout their development, however the time-consuming assembly process could put off some. It's also costly but it is worth it if you're looking for an elegant design that will last for a long time. Gemma is the mother of Boden aged 13 months.

Durability

When you are buying a mini-cot it is essential to consider the quality as this piece of furniture will last for a long time into toddlerhood. We have tested a broad selection of cot beds to ensure that they have the highest quality of durability and are built to last. We also considered the design and style, innovative features, comfort, convertible, storage, and extra features to help you choose the best cots for newborns cot bed for your family.

We have the perfect cot bed for your nursery decor regardless of whether you're looking for something classy or modern. We have chosen a range of styles and finishes that meet the needs of all budgets and tastes from basic and practical to luxurious and costly. We've even tested a few convertible cot beds, so that you get the best baby cots value for money and use this piece of furniture well into your child's toddler years.

We love this elegant solid oak cot by Clair de Lune It is a double-framed work of art designed to be more than just a place for your baby to sleep. The wood is high-quality and has been crafted precisely to ensure durability and long-lasting. Grace the MFM test subject, found the assembly easy and the packaging was designed to ensure that there were no pieces left in the dust. The cot comes with a mattress, however you will have to purchase it separately.

Innovation

Created with efficiency in mind, a lot of mini cot beds feature innovative design features that optimize space and efficiency. For example, some models come with a built-in diaper change station that makes it easier to change your baby. This improves the comfort for both you and your child during the diaper changing process. It is also safer since all the necessary supplies are easily accessible.

Other designs that are innovative include a cot that folds away to make a smaller unit or a crib with built-in trundle drawers for additional storage space. These compact designs are ideal in homes with limited space or in homes where the nursery is also used as an additional bedroom. Some models can also transform into a couch to give your child more flexibility.

Mini cots are generally designed with safety in mind. They come with features like safety rails on the sides, non-toxic finishes, and more. This will ensure that they are safe and comfortable in their early years.

Obaby Nika is a modern high-end cot bed that has exceptional safety features and a stylish design. The cot is smaller than its larger counterpart, but it's not sacrificing features, with three mattress positions to accommodate your growing baby, and even teething rails. Moreover, our reviewer found it easy to put together and move around the room after it was complete, while its unique oval shape means it is able to fit into doors that have standard frames, a major plus for time-stretched parents.

Comfort

When you are preparing your baby's nursery, it is easy to get caught-up in the safety and spec features. However it is equally important to consider comfort. If your child will spend much of the time in the mini cot bed they choose it is crucial to ensure that they are comfortable and safe.

This is particularly important if you're considering using mini cots as an alternative to a Moses basket. It is recommended cribs that babies sleep next to their parents for the first six months, so a cozy and comfortable cot will allow them to do this while being close to you.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed is a excellent choice for those looking for a top cot for smaller spaces that will still provide ample space for your baby to grow into toddlerhood. It's not cheap but it comes with a one-year warranty and is a great value for money seeing as it can be used from birth to the age of toddlerhood.

The Mamas & Papas Franklin cot-bed is another option if are looking for a cot that has additional features such as teething bars, a drawer and two positions that can be adjusted. Our test subject Jill found it easy to put together, and she loved the way it fit into standard door frames. However, do bear in mind that you'll need to purchase an oval mattress and sheets separately.

Convertibility

Cot beds are designed to last longer than standard cots, providing your child with the bed they require from birth to toddlerhood. This makes cot beds more popular choice than a crib and can be a more cost-effective investment as you won't need to buy a brand new bed for your child once they outgrow it.

Some cots and cot beds are also designed to adapt to the needs of your child, and transform into junior beds or small sofa beds. Stokke Sleepi, for example is a bed that can be used until age 2 if you purchase an additional mattress extender and junior conversion kit (sold separately). It's simple to make and looks great in any nursery, although you will need to use an appropriate fitted sheet that will fit the bed of a cot rather than a cot because the gaps between the bars are quite large.

Try the Obaby Nika Mini Cot Bed that is suitable for babies up to four years of age. It's compact and provides an elegant look for your nursery with a wood-textured finish. It comes with three mattress positions to accommodate your growing baby, and teething rails that protect them.

Find a range of stylish and innovative cots and cot beds to create a cozy nursery for your little one at Pram Centre. Our collection includes a range of bespoke designs from leading brands like Mamas & Papas and Obaby as well as a number of cots with adjustable features that can be changed as your baby grows. You can also purchase additional accessories that will ensure your baby is comfortable and safe, such as an infant padded safety guard to stop them from falling out of the cot or a fitted cot mattress with breathable material to promote healthy sleeping habits.

Storage & Extra Features

Look into a model that can be converted into the bed of a toddler in the event that you are a potential parent looking for a cot which will last for many years when your child is no longer using it. This will save you money on buying separate toddler furniture and will allow your child get through the transition from their cot to their bed.

The Katie mini-sleigh cot by Silver Cross is a great example of a compact bed with built-in storage. You can store extra bedding, nappies, and sleepsuits in a neatly organized in a neat and tidy manner. This is a great feature for the first few months of your baby's life when you will need to change them regularly.

Another great alternative for parents who want a cot with storage is the Obaby Maya continental cot bed. This cot is designed for use from birth to around four years old. It comes with a two-tone look. It can be transformed into a bed for toddlers by cutting off one side panel, and comes with a toddler rail. A variety of storage drawers are available for this model too.

If you're in the market for a mini cot bed, browse the Pram Centre collection to discover our stunning designs. We offer a variety of top brands such as Babymoov, Mamas & Papas and Obaby to fit the needs of every nursery. We also have a broad range of nursery furniture to make your cot look more attractive and create an ideal sleeping space for your child.