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The Best Baby Cots And Cribs To Shop In 2024

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While aesthetics are obviously a significant part of any home purchase, it’s the logistical practicalities of a cot that will pull the biggest weight. Once your baby graduates from a bassinet (and potentially into their own room), a cot or crib is likely the place they will sleep for the first few years of their life—therefore the right decision can mean the difference between sweet slumber and impractical nightmare.

From convertible options that will extend the lifespan of your baby's sleep space to compact cots ideal for small-space living and value-friendly finds that tick all the boxes without breaking the bank, keep reading below for Urban List’s picks for the best baby cots and cribs to shop in Australia. 

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The Best Baby Cots And Cribs In Australia For 2024

Best Easy-To-Assemble Cot Koala Kookaburra Cot

The Koala Kookaburra Cot, one of the best cots in Australia
Image Credit: Koala | Website

This ingenious creation from Joey by Koala isn't just a cot; it's a strategic parenting move. It not only meets the stringent Red Nose Australia Safer Sleep criteria but takes useability to the next level with its smart (and new parent-friendly) tool-free assembly. The Kookaburra Baby Cot features an adjustable mattress height that adapts to your baby's growth stages, allowing you to always feel one step ahead of the game, accommodating them from infancy through to toddlerhood. 

Assembly is a breeze, taking under ten minutes to build—something any busy new parent will be grateful for. And with its AFRDI Blue Tick certification, INPAA endorsement and FSC® certified solid timber bars and legs you can be confident this cot is both a durable and safe sleep choice.

NEED TO KNOW

  • Price: $800
  • Configurations: Infant to toddler
  • Mattress Height: 2 adjustable height options

Best Value Cot Mocka Aspiring Cot

The Mocka Aspiring Cot, one of the best cots in Australia
Image Credit: Mocka | Website

Crafted from sturdy New Zealand Pine, this cot boasts a simple yet elegant design that will effortlessly complement any nursery decor. However, it’s the affordable price point of this cot that really sets it apart. Seamlessly marrying quality and affordability, you can feel confident that you won’t be cutting any corners, whilst still doing the most for your wallet. 

The adjustable cot base will cater to your baby's growth and development, saving both your back and your sleep. As a bonus, its clever conversion kit or add-on half-bed frame will allow you to transform this cot into a toddler bed that your child will use for years to come. Meeting stringent safety standards, the cot is also certified by INPAA, the guardian of infant safety in Australia.

NEED TO KNOW

  • Price: $249
  • Configurations: Infant to toddler with the matching toddler bed or half frame conversion kit
  • Mattress Height: Multiple adjustable height options

Best Cot For Small Spaces Boori Turin Compact Cot

The Boori Turin Compact Cot, one of the best cots in Australia
Image Credit: Boori | Website

Welcoming your baby into a tiny home or small apartment? The Boori Turin Compact Cot is the perfect choice. Slightly smaller than standard-size cot beds, this space-efficient design not only takes up a smaller footprint but offers easy maneuverability. Fitting through any standard door frame, the cot can be wheeled from room to room for ultimate flexibility. 

The Turin Cot isn't just compact; it's durable and safe, crafted with sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and finished with plant-based bio-paint. The adjustable base also caters to your child's evolving needs, ensuring adaptability as they grow, ticking all the boxes for durability, adaptability, and small-space living.

NEED TO KNOW

  • Price: $459
  • Configurations: Infant to toddler
  • Mattress Height: 2 adjustable height options

Best Convertible Cot Stokke Sleepi Bed

The Stokke Sleepi Bed, one of the best cots in Australia
Image Credit: The Memo | Website

Crafted from solid European beechwood, this beautiful cot bed has been designed to evolve with your child, from a cozy cot to a versatile kid's bed that's suitable for ages of up to five years. As your child grows, the mattress height can be adjusted to four different levels, catering to their changing needs (and inquisitive climbing stage). Around 18 months, you can boost your child's independence by removing the wheels and one side of the bed for easy toddler access. 

The unique oval design not only looks great in any nursery space, but was thoughtfully designed with curved edges so there’s not a sharp corner in sight. Its adjustable and compact footprint and lockable swivel wheels will also allow you to rock your baby to sleep, and effortlessly move it from room to room.

NEED TO KNOW

  • Price: $1,099
  • Configurations: 6-18 months, which can then be converted to a child’s bed
  • Mattress Height: Four adjustable height options

Best Traditional Cot Incy Peek A Boo Standard Cot

The Incy Peek A Boo Standard Cot, one of the best cots in Australia
Image Credit: Incy Interiors | Website

If a traditional and timeless design is more your style, then the Incy Interiors Peek A Boo Cot is probably already at the top of your wishlist. Crafted from strong and sturdy aluminum with a white power coat finish that’s 100% baby-safe, this cot isn't just a beautiful addition, but a practical one too. 

Featuring two adjustable mattress heights and the ability to effortlessly transform into a toddler bed with its add-on Peek A Boo Conversion Kit, this cot will seamlessly adapt to your child's growth. Safety is also a top priority, with fixed side rails and no drop sides that meet strict Australian and New Zealand safety standards. 

NEED TO KNOW

  • Price: $599
  • Configurations: Infant to toddler with the matching toddler bed conversion kit
  • Mattress Height: 2 adjustable height options

Best Travel Cot Aeromoov Instant Travel Cot

The Aeromoov Instant Travel Cot, one of the best cots in Australia
Image Credit: The Memo | Website

Designed for seamless packing (and unpacking), this travel cot is a game-changer for parents who want to make traveling with their little one as easy as possible. Setting up in mere seconds and weighing in at only 5kgs, the AeroMoov makes the perfect travel companion.

Convenience doesn't stop there—the AeroMoov can be neatly stored in its custom travel case (with handy straps) and its compact design effortlessly pops open to reveal a PU foam mattress that offers two adjustable heights. As a bonus, this travel cot also doubles as a playpen, allowing you to use it while at home, on-the-go and even in the great outdoors.

NEED TO KNOW

  • Price: $429
  • Configurations: Infant to toddler
  • Mattress Height: 2 adjustable height options

Image credit: Koala | Website

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