Mini Cot Beds

Mini cot beds are an excellent alternative to traditional cots particularly in the case of smaller rooms in your nursery. These are designed to last to four years old and come in a wide variety of colors and styles.

Our mum testers were enthralled by this cozy crib bed from Boori. It’s easy-to-assemble, looks great and comes with a variety of extra features including teething rails, storage drawers and is a elegant.

Style & Design

When it comes to choosing a cot your baby It’s easy to get caught up on the safety and specifications features. But don’t forget the design. You want something that’s elegant and will look good in your nursery, whether you have a modern or traditional arrangement.

The Obaby Maya Mini Cot Bed is our best baby cots choice in this category as it’s an exquisite piece that’s super-easy to build and looks stunning in the room. It’s also very durable and the only cot we tested we felt would last the test. The narrow bars make it easy to clean, as there are no nooks or crannies where dust could accumulate. As your baby grows and gets bigger, you can lower the base to keep them from climbing out. The teething rails protect them from their sharp teeth.

Another stunning piece is the Silver Cross Nostalgia – a beautiful sleigh-style cot that’s suitable from birth and can be made into a toddler bed with an extension kit (sold separately). The three different heights will keep your child content as they grow, however the arduous assembly process might cause some to be hesitant. It’s also costly however it is worth it if your goal is a timeless design which will last for many years. Tested by Gemma mom to Boden 13 months old.

Durability

When purchasing a mini-cot, the quality is important since the furniture will last until toddlerhood. We have tested a wide selection of cot beds to ensure that they have the highest levels of durability and are built to last. We also have looked at the design and style, as well as innovation, comfort and convertability and storage and extra features to aid you in making the right choice for your family.

Whether you are seeking a chic solution or something with more modern flair, we have the most suitable crib beds that will fit the decor of your nursery. We’ve picked a range of finishes and styles to fit all budgets and tastes, from simple and practical to luxury and costly. We’ve also looked at a variety of convertible cot beds to ensure you can get the best value for your money and enjoy this piece of furniture well into your child’s toddler years.

We love this elegant solid oak cot by Clair de Lune, which is a double-framed masterpiece that has been designed to be more than a place for your baby to sleep. The wood is of high-end quality and was crafted with precision to ensure longevity and durability. Grace the MFM tester found the assembly to be easy and the packaging was designed to ensure no parts were left behind. However, it’s important to know that this cot does not come with a mattress and you’ll have to purchase one separately.

Innovation

Designed with efficiency in mind, many mini cot beds come with innovative design features that maximize space and functionality. Some models come with a built-in changing station to facilitate your ability to change your baby. This increases the comfort of both of you and your child during the diaper-changing process. It also makes it safer because all the necessary supplies are easily accessible.

Other designs that are innovative include the cot that folds to make a smaller unit or a crib with built-in trundle drawers for extra storage space. These compact designs are ideal for tight spaces and homes where the nursery can double as a bedroom. Some models can also convert into a sofa, providing additional flexibility and functionality for your growing child.

Mini cots are generally designed with safety in mind. They are equipped with features like safety rails on the sides as well as non-toxic finishes. This will ensure they are safe and secure throughout their first years.

Obaby Nika is a modern, premium crib bed that comes with outstanding safety features and a stylish design. This cot is smaller than the full-sized version, but it doesn’t sacrifice its functionality. It comes with three mattress positions to accommodate your growing baby, as well as teething rails. Moreover, our reviewer found it easy to put together and move around the room when it was assembled. Its unique oval design means it can easily fit through doors with standard frames, which is an important benefit for busy parents.

Comfort

It can be easy to get caught up in the spec and safety features when you are laying out your baby’s nursery, however comfort is equally important. If your baby will spend a lot of time in their cot, they need to be safe and comfortable.

This is particularly important if you’re considering using the mini cot as an alternative to a Moses basket. It’s recommended that babies sleep with their parents during the first six months, so a warm, comfortable cot will make sure they’re able to do so while keeping them close to you.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed is a ideal choice if you’re looking for a top cot for small spaces that will still provide plenty of space for your baby to grow into toddlerhood. It’s not cheap, but it does come with a one-year warranty and offers an excellent value for money seeing as it can be used from birth right up to the age of toddlerhood.

The Mamas & Papas Franklin cot-bed is another option if you are looking for a cot with added features such as a drawer, teething bars and two adjustable positions. Our test subject Jill was able to put together and loved the way that it fitted through door frames that are standard. But keep in your mind that you’ll need purchase an oval mattress and sheets separately.

Convertibility

Cot beds last longer than standard cribs and give your child an appropriate bed from birth until toddlerhood. This makes cot beds a more popular choice than a crib, and is a cost-effective investment since you won’t have to buy a brand new bed for your child when they outgrow it.

Some cots to tots and cot beds are also designed to grow with your child, and transform into junior beds or small sofa beds. The Stokke Sleepi for example can be used until age 2 and beyond with the purchase of the junior conversion kit and mattress extender (sold separately). It’s easy and looks great in any nursery. However, you’ll require a fitted sheet to make the cot-bed, not a crib as the gaps are quite large.

Try the Obaby Nika Mini Cot Bed that is suitable for children from birth up to four years old age. It is compact and has a modern nursery feel with a textured finish in oak. It includes three mattress bases to fit your baby’s growing needs and teething rails for protection.

Explore a variety of modern and stylish cribs and cots to create a warm and cozy nursery for your child at Pram Centre. Our collection includes a range of unique designs from top brands such as Mamas & Papas and Obaby and includes a variety of adjustable features that can change as your baby grows. You can also purchase various other accessories to keep your baby safe and comfortable, including an infant guard that is padded to keep them from falling out, or a ventilated fitted cot mattress to promote healthy sleeping habits.

Storage & Extra Features

If you’re a new parent looking for a cot bed that will last long after your little one has outgrown it, think about getting one that can be converted into a toddler bed. This will save you money on purchasing separate furniture for toddlers and will allow your child to get through the transition from sleeping in their cot to a bed.

The Katie mini-sleigh cot by Silver Cross is a good illustration of a small bed with storage built-in. You can keep extra bedding nappies, cots, and sleepsuits in a neatly arranged way. This is a fantastic feature for the first few months of your baby’s life when you’ll need to change them regularly.

The Obaby Maya continental bed cot is another great option for parents who are looking for a cot which has storage. The cot is modern with a 2-tone look and is designed to be used from birth to around four years old. It can be converted into a toddler bed by taking off one side panel and comes with the toddler rail. A range of under-cot storage drawers are also available for this model.

Explore the Pram Center’s collection of mini cot beds to see our amazing designs. We have a variety of choices from top brands like Babymoov and Mamas & Papas to suit any nursery. We also have a large assortment of nursery furniture that can fit perfectly with your cot and provide the perfect sleeping environment for your child.