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5 Best Caravan Travel Cots For Babies

If you have a baby but want to use your caravan, you may be wondering how best to accommodate a travel cot.

A caravan travel cot differs to a standard cot because it’s designed to be used in the compact space of a caravan, where square footage is at a premium.

It’s not recommended to bring the cot that you use in your residential home because:

• It would be awkward to transport and;
• It’s probably going to take up too much room. 

It’s often assumed travel cots will be worse in quality compared to standard cots, but with advancements in technology, brands have been able to make caravan travel cots that are just as comfy, safe and well built.

However, that’s not to say that all caravan cots are perfect. Far from it!

In this guide, we take a look at the best caravan travel cots to give your little one a peaceful night’s sleep while the family is travelling away from home.

BABYBJÖRN Travel Cot with Fitted Sheet

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The BABYBJÖRN travel cot is one of the easiest travel cots to set up and dissemble. All you need to do is lift the cot out of the included travel bag, and you can set it up in a single movement. 

BABYBJÖRN is, of course, a brand that is familiar to just about every new parent. Their products are known for excellent quality that stand the test of time.

There are no additional loose parts to attach with this cot, and the legs unfold automatically. For added stability, the mattress has a built-in base plate, so the cot stands firmly on the floor without rocking.

The cot sides are made using soft and airy mesh fabric so your baby will be well ventilated, plus it allows you to see in and out of the cot so you can keep an eye on them. The travel cot materials are free of harmful substances and are Oeko-Tex Standard 100 approved.

The BABYBJÖRN travel cot includes a soft mattress, so your child can sleep in complete comfort. It is designed for children from newborn to approximately three years and has no upper weight limit.

All things considered, it’s one of our favorite caravan travel cots – and not just for use in the caravan either. These work just as well in the nursery at home, meaning your little one will be familiar with their surroundings.

It’s not as small as some of our other options, but it’s more flexible in that it is suitable for toddlers (up to 3 years old), too.

Fingers crossed for a good night’s sleep!

The Graco compact caravan cot provides your child with a place to both rest and plays when you’re away from home on your caravan travels. The travel cot is portable and folds down simply using the signature Graco push-button fold into a compact size.

A carry bag is also included for convenient transport and storage. The cot also has Fully padded top rails for added support and sturdiness. The cot is easy to assemble and is suitable for children from birth to 3 years old, providing a great travel sleeping option for babies and toddlers alike.

The base of the cot is sturdy but also has a mattress included, so it’s comfortable to sleep on, but if you require more comfort you can buy and insert an additional mattress.

The cot has airy mesh sides that keep it well ventilated, whilst also providing a convenient window so you can check that your little one is actually asleep!

The Deryan travel cot with a self-inflating bed is a compact pop up travel bed which weighs just 1.8kg, making it extremely portable but remains very stable when it’s time for your child to sleep. The cot is easy to set up and takes a few seconds – literally. It just pops right up.

You can also close the tent, which is ideal if you want to let your baby sleep peacefully. The cot is suitable for children up to the age of 2 years and comes complete with sleeping mat, self-inflatable mattress (2,5 cm) and carry bag.

Whilst it says that it’s suitable for toddlers, we think 2 years is a bit of a stretch. This cot is probably better for babies that are not yet “up and running” – if you know what we mean!

The materials used are fire retardant and 50% UV resistant. The mattress included is self-inflating and is built to ensure that they can’t crawl underneath it, while the mattress is also non-toxic.

The Baby Luxe cot also provides extra protection against the sun, mosquitoes and other insects, giving you extra peace of mind.

Koo-di has made a name for themselves in the travel cot space, and the Koo-di Sun & Sleep Pop Up Travel Bubble Cot is an effective alternative to a traditional travel cot – which tends to be heavy and bulky.

This cot is super lightweight while also being easy to pack away. It’s suitable for indoor and outdoor use and comes complete with a padded base mattress to make sure your child is comfortable throughout their sleep.

When not in use, the cot neatly packs away into its carry bag. It’s suitable for babies up to 6 month – you’re definitely not getting a toddler in here!

There is a zip-up mosquito net which protects your child from insects, and it has a blackout blind which can block out UVA & UVB rays – or simply usher your baby to sleep if there are too many distractions in the caravan.

The bubble cot weighs just 2kg.

A great lightweight and portable choice while you’re on your travels. And it looks pretty cute, too.

This bassinette is ideal if you have a baby who is under six months, or if they can’t sit unaided – as this gives them added support. The Koo-di Bassinette is versatile, so you’re not just limited to using it in a caravan but also when you’re at home.

It’s quick and easy to use and measures 80 cm length by 50 cm width by 58 cm height. It’s not going to take up much space in your caravan, but it should provide a comfortable night’s sleep.

The Koo-Di Bassinette comes supplied with a comfortable padded mattress and integrated zip-up mosquito net for added protection. 

The Bassinette quickly and easily folds into a compact carry bag that measures just 28 cm wide.

What To Look For In A Caravan Travel Cot

Ensuring baby sleeps well is pretty high on our list of priorities when travelling in a caravan.

(And in life, period!)

Here are some important factors to consider:

Some caravan travel cots give you the option to place an elevated bassinet or base into the floor of the cot.

This is best suited for babies up to six months for those that can sit up without help. An elevated floor means that you don’t need to bend down as far when it’s time to pick your baby up. This is ideal if you suffer from mobility issues, especially in the back and knees.

Very important.

The majority of caravan travel cots will be built for children aged from birth up to 3 years old who weigh under 15kg. Despite this, the weight and age limits can vary from model to model, so it’s important to check this with each manufacturer before you make a final purchasing decision.

The max weight will be linked to the size of the cot. For example, If it’s only designed for babies up to six months, then it’s likely to be much smaller in size.  Travel cots for toddlers will take up significantly more space.

It’s important to understand both the assembled and folded size of the cot. You need to ensure that you have enough room in your caravan for it to stay when your baby’s sleeping.

You also need to understand the size of it once it’s folded down as this will allow you to understand where in your caravan you can store it when it’s not in use.

This is one of the most important factors considering you’re going to be travelling.

Ideally, you’ll want to find a cot that is as light as possible without compromising its safety and sturdiness. This is because you’re going to be carrying it regularly while you’re on your travels whether that’s moving it from the car to the caravan or moving it into position each night when it’s your child’s bedtime.

Travel cots can be more than just space for your child to sleep in, but can also double up as a play area when they’re awake. This also gives you a space that you can safely place a child without the danger of them crawling around the caravan where they can get into accidents.

Most travel cots will have a mattress included which is often foldable. The included mattress is often average quality as they can be too thin, so usually, people tend to purchase their own thicker mattress as this will provide more support for the child throughout the night.

If it’s only going to be used for a few nights a year, then you may not be too bothered about using the supplied mattress. But if they’re going to be using it for long periods such as a two-three week holiday, then you’ll want to purchase a higher quality option.

You can’t buy peace and quiet, but you can certainly improve the chances…

Note: The same applies for adults in caravans with mattress toppers and suitable bedding .

Is it normal for you to arrive at your destination late at night? If yes, then this is one of the reasons you need to consider how easy it is to assemble the travel cot when you’re ready to use it. You don’t want a cot that’s fiddly and takes 30 minutes of frustration to get into place, especially if you’re in a rush or its late at night.

Travel cots come in a range of different prices, and this will depend on several factors, including the brand and the amount of added features that it comes with. Your main priority should be to ensure that it’s a high-quality, safe sleep space and it doesn’t hurt to spend a little more to ensure that you’re getting the highest quality cot.

It’s crucial to make sure that you only buy a travel cot that has passed all the relevant safety standard tests and regulations. This makes it safe for your child to sleep while minimises accidents occurring throughout the night.

Higher quality cots will have passed all these regulations, so you’re better off paying a little more for a high-quality cot.

Depending on the brand of the cot, you may be offered a warranty period with each cot that your purchase.

This essentially gives you added protection so in the case that a fault develops, the manufacturer will offer you support in the form of either a replacement or repair. This gives you the added peace of mind that the manufacturer believes in the quality of their product.

As you may have already noticed, there are many different brands, so it’s essential to understand that some brands will be better than others. You need to ensure your child will be safe so ideally, you will buy from a brand that has been established more many years leading to it having a strong reputation for high-quality products.

Generally, the higher the brand quality and reputation, the more expensive their products will be. However, this will often mean that the cot will last longer and have more features, so overall, both you and your child’s experience will be better.

There are many areas where it’s fine to skimp on quality – we don’t believe this is one of them!

Tips For Using a Caravan Travel Cot or Bassinette

Even if your child sleeps in a cot at home, we recommend that you allow them to sleep in the travel cot before you go away. They may need a little time to get used to sleeping in it, and the last thing you want is to find this out when you’re in the caravan, and they’re uncomfortable with their new surroundings.

It’s normal for babies to take a little while to get used to new environments so if you want a good night’s sleep then let them acclimatise to the new travel cot before you go on holiday.

Now you may be thinking if there’s a difference between a standard travel cot and a caravan travel cot and the answer is yes.

You can use a standard cot, but it’s likely to be larger which may not be suitable for the restricted nature of a caravan. 

They are likely to be too wide, so you might only be able to use it in the communal areas, which may mean that you won’t be close to your child throughout the night.

Caravan cots are usually slightly slimmer in size while still being big enough for your child to sleep comfortably.

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Are you thinking about buying a caravan but are concerned about where the baby will sleep? Do you already have a caravan and wonder about the best place to put your little one? Are you going on holiday to a caravan and you aren’t sure where your baby cot will fit in? Whatever your problem or worry about your baby sleeping in a caravan, we will find a way to make it work. Lets take a look at some of the best small travel cots that are suitable for a caravan.

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Best Caravan Travel Cots

1. sleeptight travel cot – grey. lightweight padded travel cot suitable from birth.

This Travel bed is a cosy bed for baby to sleep in, and it’s great if your little one will happily sleep through the night. It’s quite large at 100 x 60 x 58cms and will suit babies from 6 months to 18 months. It’s attractive in aubergine and white. It’s easy to set up and collapse down again, and it fits into a carry bag neatly. When your little one gets too big for it, it can become a place to play in for your little one.

If you are traveling abroad this will keep mosquitos away from your baby, and there is an inflatable mattress which can be bought separately, along with fitted sheets so it will be perfectly comfortable for your precious son or daughter.

If your baby is younger or you would prefer the cosiness of a bassinette then take a look at this.

2. Koo-di 80 x 50 x 58 cm Sun and Sleep Pop Up Travel Bassinette

The bassinette is available in lemon and lime, beige and polka dot so you can choose whichever goes best with your decor. It is smaller than the bubble travel cot at just 80 x 50 x 58cms and again it is a lovely place for your baby to sleep. You can also purchase the inflatable mattress with this product for extra comfort, and some people like to put the mattress provided on top of the inflatable mattress for ultimate comfort. The sheet is 100% cotton jersey and is washable at 40 degrees,

To make putting the sheet on easier, just inflate the mattress three-quarters full of air, and then put the sheet on. Finish by filling the mattress with air and the sheet will be perfect.

The bassinette is just right for babies up to six months and you can be sure your little one is comfortable and safe in their crib. You can fit the crib into tiny places, making sure it doesn’t take up too much room but ensuring your baby is safe and comfortable.

The bassinette has won the 2005 baby gear gold award and the 2006 baby gear silver award , so you can be sure that you have a quality product that will suit your baby. Unless your baby can roll over, you could put this on top of a bottom bunk bed in a caravan or in between two single beds in the twin room. Of course, no baby ever fell off the floor so my preference would be to have this lovely crib near your bed on the floor, so you can be there in an instant if your little one needs you.

Bassinette sheet and inflatable mattress available here

3. Portable Baby Bed Travel Bassinet Foldable Infant Crib, Baby Cots Portable Cots

This is the Sun and Sleep travel cot, and this would be the travel cot I would choose for my little ones, because it has an integrated blackout cover. If your babies are used to sleeping in a perfectly dark room and you use blackout curtains at home, then this could be just right for your baby. The same easy set up as the other travel cots, this travel cot is slightly larger at 100 x 60 x 73cm.

Another great thing about this small travel cot for a caravan is, it is perfect to take to the beach because the cover protects your little one from 93% of UVA and UVB rays . I would still put on some cream on my baby especially if they are very little, but it is good to know that while they are in their crib, they are safe from the suns dangerous rays.

Another great bonus is the inflatable mattress will also fit this bubble travel cot, so you can have your baby as comfortable as can be and safe from the sun. All travel cots or bassinettes come with a carry case to keep everything together, very useful for caravanners.

4. Deryan Travel Cot Luxe Silver

This travel cot is made from flame retardant fabric and blocks out 50% of UVA rays, so it is good for taking with you to the beach for your little one to play in, as well as for sleeping in. It is suitable for babies from 0-2 years, and it is 120 x 75 x 46cm, so slightly larger than a usual travel cot. The 120cm is obviously the length, width is 75cms, height is 46cms.

It probably wouldn’t fit a tall two-year-old but it is good for little ones. With the width being 2’6″, you may need to think whether it will fit between single beds in a caravan – it might be something you need to check out. Of course, you could put this on the floor of the caravan, and it still wouldn’t take up much room, certainly less than a traditional travel cot.

The cot comes with an inflatable mattress, so you would need to provide cot sheets but so long as they are flat and not fitted, I’m sure they would be fine. This travel cot comes with a carry bag about the size of a cushion, so it would easily fit in a suitcase.

5. Safe T Sleep

Finally, the Safe T Sleep. This is a small portable device that will wrap around any mattress with a depth of 15 cm (6 inches) or more. If you imagine two layers of fabric, one to go around the mattress and attached to it a T-shaped piece of fabric that goes around your baby. Wrap the long bit round the mattress. Pop your little one on the T fabric. Wrap one side around your baby’s left side. Pull up the bottom bit of the T between their legs. Wrap the other piece of fabric round their middle.

Your baby is now attached to the mattress and cannot wiggle out of bed. They can move their arms and legs, they can play with their feet, suck their thumbs and self-sooth. But they cannot roll over either on their tummy (how many times has your baby rolled over and cried out because they cannot roll back? For me I am sure it’s several million times!), nor can they roll out of bed.

There are different sizes of Safe T Sleep so although each one fits a great variety of size beds, you should check if you think you are going to use a very big bed, bigger than a standard king size.

I would suggest if you are going to try this, then try it at home for a few weeks before you go away on holiday. Your little one may need some time to get used to it, and the same is true of the travel cots or bassinettes. Babies often need a while to get used to new things and since you will be giving them a new experience while on holiday, if you want a good night’s sleep (and who doesn’t?) then get them used to the bed before you go on your holiday.

So, there you have it, I’m not going to lie and say it’s not a challenge caravanning with babies and toddlers. However, I’m also not going to say it’s impossible. Thousands and thousands of families do it every year, so don’t be put off by initial hurdles. Where there’s a will there’s a way, as the old saying goes. If you look at the suggestions outlined above, I am sure you will be able to find one that works for you, your little one(s) and your caravan layout. One thing I can’t help you with, is getting the baby to sleep! That’s your own problem to solve!

Standard Travel Cot

First of all, let me say you can always use a travel cot; but they will not generally fit well into the bedrooms of caravans, they are just too wide to fit in between single beds. So, you would have to keep it in the living area of the caravan, which at best is inconvenient. It may be that you don’t mind collapsing the cot every morning and putting it away, but things like other children getting up to get a drink of water might disturb the baby in the middle of the caravan living space. It certainly isn’t ideal. Thats why the ones above are narrow travel cots for caravans.

Some people have adapted the beds with safety rails and such but if you have a tiny baby who can roll over it still seems a bit risky. Safety rails are there to keep your little ones in their beds, not to give them something to pull up on. If you have someone clever in your family and you have your own caravan, then they can build something made to measure that will do the job perfectly. But sadly, not many of us have a family maintenance person we can rely on for clever inventions. There are some different workarounds though and we will look at two.

Inventive Workarounds

First of all, you can buy a mini travel cot for the caravan, which will fit on the floor between two single beds even in a caravan bedroom. They are completely enclosed and have a mattress, which should be renewed for each baby, and they are very cosy looking. They are not solid, so they wouldn’t prevent a toddler from falling on the baby inside the crib so you would need to have trained toddlers or keep the crib in a separate room. But they are a specific place for your little one to sleep in comfortably, and if they sleep through the night then you won’t be struggling with zips at all hours.

Some of them have blackout sections for you to use, ideal if your baby is used to a totally dark room, and that particular model is one that blocks 93% of the suns UVA and UVB rays. I wouldn’t advise you miss out on the sunblock though, babies burn very easily and that is the very last thing you want to happen, especially when you are on holiday with the family.

An alternative method is very ingenious of keeping your baby attached to the bed. It sounds a bit 1800’s but actually, this method has helped mums and dads get their babies to sleep and has been an absolute godsend for many thousands of families.

It’s called Safe T Sleep and it involves wrapping the little one so that they cannot roll over. The fabric is attached to a larger piece of fabric which is then wrapped around the bed. The mattress has to be 15cm deep, which is six inches. Then the baby is laid on his or her back, one piece of fabric goes around one side of the baby. Then a section goes up the middle, between babies’ legs, then a piece around the right side of the baby. These three sections of fabric are attached to the sheet of fabric that goes around the mattress.

I know it does sound a bit draconian, but thousands of families swear by this method of getting baby to sleep. And one of the highlights of the product is that it folds flat and is easy to transport. So, if your caravan has mattresses of the correct depth, then you can get a Safe T Sleep and you can put your baby on any bed, knowing that although their arms and legs can move around easily, they cannot roll onto their tummies, and they cannot crawl out of bed.

Another good thing about the Safe T Sleep is that it can be used until the baby is two years old, so you can get plenty of use out of it. One of the downsides of the Safe T Sleep is that it is white, so it can get dirty really easily so you may even need to get two, one for the wash and one for the bed.

If you are after another baby related article then check out the best travel high chairs .

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9 Best Camping Cots of 2023: Sleep Solutions for Camping & Backpacking

Lightweight, comfy, and highly-packable, these cots make getting a good night's rest under the stars easy, without the noise and feel of an air pad

Graham Hiemstra

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Your primary option for outdoor sleeping is no longer a squeaky, uncomfortable air mattress that might deflate during the night, thanks to the modern camping cot . A far cry from the military surplus wood-and-canvas behemoths you may remember from summer camp, these innovative and lightweight air pad alternatives are engineered to help weary outdoor enthusiasts get a good night's sleep at the campsite, in the backcountry, even at home.

But don't be deceived; not all camping cots are created equal. A quick Google search for lightweight cots for camping or the best backpacking cot will deliver a host of impossibly cheap Amazon-only options, and though I haven't personally tested them all, we'd warn against trusting these knockoff designs even if they appear to be best sellers. As they say—if it seems too good to be true, it probably is (and many reviewers will confirm).

That said, I have spent plenty of nights testing a range of camping cots from the top, most reputable brands. And the following 9 camping bed options are ones we can vouch for—each with a unique, proven system of suspension designed to elevate sleepers above uneven ground, offer better back support, and allow more airflow underneath the body for more a comfortable night's sleep outdoors.

Pair one with a down quilt and maybe even a lightweight side table and a set of camping chairs to rethink your entire camping experience altogether. And when it’s the off-season for outdoor camping, these packable cots can turn your living room into a sleeping area with a quick-deploying guest bed. Sure beats a leaky airbed.

Things to Consider When Buying a Camping Cot

This is your number one consideration when purchasing a camping cot. Just like sleeping pads, cots come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and with other factors that impact comfort, too. If you move around in the night, consider a cot with a larger sleeping surface that will allow you to do so. Also, consider tension—if you've slept on a saggy hotel cot and felt its effects for days afterward, then you already know how important a factor this is.

Whether you're setting up camp right next to the car or hiking/biking/boating to your site, you'll be schlepping all your gear from garage to vehicle to tent and back, which makes a sleeping cot's weight an important factor to consider. More weight doesn't always equal comfort either—there are excellent lightweight camping cots out there.

Ease of Setup & Packability

If a cot is so difficult to setup and dismantle that it leads to frustration, chances are you won't use it as often. Good cots are easy to set up and take down, just like a hammock. Similarly, a cot's packability will affect not only the camp setup experience but also how and where you store it. Packability works in tandem with weight, too; you're more likely to bring a cot on more camping trips if it packs down small and is lightweight, thereby taking up less space in your car or bag and in the garage or closet back at home, too.

Accessories

Cots can be fairly basic, but some brands make a range of accessories to make them even more versatile than they already are. Helinox, for example, has a full range of cot accessories that includes leg extensions, headrests, and insulated covers for camping in a variety of places and conditions.

Field Mag's Top Picks:

Best overall design: helinox cot one convertible.

• Best Budget Cot: Coleman Pack-Away Camping Cot

Best Ultralight Cot for Backpacking: Therm-a-Rest UltraLite Cot

• Best for Tall Campers: Helinox Cot One Convertible Long

Easiest Setup: ALPS Mountaineering Escalade Cot

Best sleeping surface: helinox cot max convertible, best upgrade for home & camp: snow peak high tension cot.

• Most Maximalist: REI Co-op Kingdom Cot 3
• Best Classic Cot Design: Eureka Camp Cot

Honorable Mention: Disc-o-Bed is a clever, stackable, modular bunkbed design for home use and glamping outfits. Goofy name aside, by many accounts, it's a decent option for more semi-permanent camping situations.

The Best Camping Cots of 2023

Helinox hit the bullseye in designing the Cot One, which expertly balances all the features that make a good camping cot—we could've awarded it the most portable cot, just as well. A unique lever locking leg attachment system makes for easy setup and take-down and also provides enough tension to create the perfect sag-free sleeping surface. As-is, the Cot One elevates campers six inches off the ground, but cot leg extensions can be purchased to elevate your sleeping surface to 18” off the ground (a height better for accessibility as it’s easier to get onto and off). All this, and the thing still weighs in at just 4 lbs 14 oz and packs down into the included carrying bag to fit in a backpack. (For a similar yet lighter cot, check out the 2 lb 12 oz Helinox Lite Cot ).

Packed Dimensions: 21.5 x 6 inches Minimum Trail Weight: 5 lbs 2 oz Weight Capacity: 320 lbs Pros: Very easy setup, portable, sturdy and lightweight Cons: You get what you pay for

Price: $350 (+$99 for Leg Extensions)

Best All Around Deal: Coleman Pack-Away Camping Cot

A favorite of many reviewers and by all accounts a reliable and convenient outdoor sleeping solution, the adjustable Coleman Pack-Away Camping Cot is constructed with a durable steel frame that can support 300 pounds and people up to 6'6". The folding design isn't exactly compact, nor is it lightweight at 20 pounds, but neither metric really matter if you're camping near your car, in the backyard, or using the cot for house guests. What does matter is comfort and ease of use—and the Pack-Away provides both a solid night sleep and is easy to setup and take down. Plus the removable nightstand table with drink holder is pretty clever.

Packed Dimensions: 21.5 x 6 inches Minimum Trail Weight: 5 lbs 2 oz Weight Capacity: 320 lbs Pros: Easy to unfold, sturdy construction Cons: Lots of hinges for pinching hands

It doesn’t get much more OG than Seattle-based Therm-a-Rest. For decades the Cascade Designs brand has been outfitting record-breaking expeditions and car campers alike with the absolute highest quality sleep solutions beginning with their inflatable mattress pads. The UltraLite Cot is the latest and likely the lightest and smallest packing cot available. Available in Regular or Large sizes, it breaks down easily, can be set up without tools, and features reflective materials to help retain body heat.

At its lightest packable weight without the storage bag, the cot becomes backpacking friendly at around 2 lbs 10 oz (and that’s without leaving support poles at home, which would further lighten the load). While the standard packable weight lands around 3 lbs, this puppy has been our go-to for car camping for years, and I don’t see that changing anytime soon. Space-wise, it hardly takes up more room than two one-liter water bottles put together. (For backpacking, the 12 oz NeoAir XLite Sleeping Pad is hard to beat.)

Packed Dimensions: 16 x 4 inches Minimum Trail Weight: 2 lbs 10 oz Weight Capacity: 325 lbs Pros: Very lightweight, comfortable Cons: Setup takes quite a bit of effort

Price: $240 $132

Best Cot for Tall Campers: Helinox Cot One Convertible Long

Sleeping bags come in longer sizes for tall campers, so why not cots? Helinox took everything that makes the Cot One Convertible the perfect camping cot—like pressure-locking legs, a lightweight aluminum frame, and a high-tension sleeping surface—and put an extended platform on top that adds 7.5 inches for a full length of 82.5 inches. The extension means this cot is slightly heavier and packs down a little larger into its included carrying case, but it's still as light and packable as you'll get for a cot of comparable size. Plus, all Helinox products carry a 5-year warranty.

Packed Dimensions: 23 x 6 inches Minimum Trail Weight: 6 lbs 4 oz Weight Capacity: 320 lbs Pros: Lightweight even with long length, portable & durable Cons: Elevated pricetag

Price: $400

ALPS Mountaineering is one of those sleeper brands that doesn't have as much flash but commands high respect among outdoorists for making gear that simply works. The oversized Escalade fits into that category, providing a large, sturdy sleeping surface that sets up in a snap, no assembly required—just take it out of the carrying bag and unfold. Once deployed, an oversized aluminum and steel frame elevates campers well above the hard cold ground. This sleeping cot also includes a side pocket for extra organization inside your tent.

Packed Dimensions: 48 x 9 x 5 inches Minimum Trail Weight: 24 lbs Weight Capacity: 325 Pros: Hanging pocket for essentials, easy-use design Cons: Large when packed

Price: $170

To get a positively huge sleeping surface without sacrificing other features like weight, packability, and comfort, you can't beat the Cot Max Convertible by Helinox. Like the Cot One, the Max has a super-supportive, lightweight aluminum frame and legs that lock into place to create a comfy, high-tension sleeping surface. And like the Cot One Long, the Max has an extended, 82.5-inch bed to accommodate tall sleepers. But this model adds even more extending this cot's width out to 29.5 inches, nearly 10 inches more than some of the top sleeping pads for camping. Again, that XL sleeping surface comes with marginal increases in weight and packed size, but big gains in comfort.

Packed Dimensions: 22.5 x 7 inches Minimum Trail Weight: 6 lbs 8 oz Weight Capacity: 320 lbs Pros: Lightweight and packable, XL sleeping surface Cons: Premium price

Price: $480

This deluxe, minimalist cot from Japanese outdoor retailer Snow Peak hits all the right beats style-wise, and in terms of practicality; who says camp furniture has to look like camp furniture anyways? With durable but comfortable polyester 600D for the fabric and a collapsible stainless steel frame, the aluminum legs use innovative design to create tension where weight is placed heaviest on the fabric, ensuring maximum support and zero sagging. Best for camping at-home or glamping situations.

Packed Dimensions: 49 x 11 x 7.8 inches Minimum Trail Weight: 13.2 lbs Weight Capacity: 14 lbs 14 oz Pros: Aesthetic design, comfortable, includes storage bag Cons: Expensive, still large when packed down

Price: $460

Best Maximalist Foldable Cot: REI Co-op Kingdom Cot 3

This REI brand folding camping cot goes above and beyond in including features like a padded, water-resistant polyester fabric sleeping surface and a back that raises and lowers like a poolside lounge chair, making it a cozy option for campers who want or need extra comfort features for a good night's rest. Basically a folding bed, this option has extra-wide feet too, which helps with stability on a range of surfaces. The downside to all this is that it weighs 20 pounds and folds rather than packs down, so we'd reserve this cot for car camping and sleepovers only.

Packed Dimensions: 33 x 32 x 8.5 inches Minimum Trail Weight: 20 lbs Weight Capacity: 300 lbs Pros: Comfort first, large sleeping area, very adjustable Cons: Heavy, overbuilt, more components to fail in time

Price: $199

Best Classic Camping Cot: Eureka Camp Cot

Trusted by everyone from alpinists to families, Eureka has been helping people discover the outdoors since the 1800s. While best known for their camping tents, their wide range of other camping gear is equally reliable. Their camp cot is great for weekend getaways and overnight camping, setting up without hassle in just a minute. The heavy-duty fabric includes a faux leather headrest for increased comfort, and the strengthened steel frame supports up to 300 pounds. There are cheaper camping cots out there—the Coleman Trailhead II cot is roughly $50—but they're heavy, bulky, and can even damage your tent.

Packed Dimensions: 37.5 x 5.5 x 5 inches Minimum Trail Weight: 14.8 lbs Weight Capacity: 300 lbs Pros: Compact, included carrying bag Cons: Feet may damage tent floor

Price: $150

Camping Cot FAQs:

Are cots good for camping.

Yes. Now if you’re wondering, what is the point of a camping cot? The answer is three-fold: A quality camping cot provides superior support over an air mattress (or the hard ground), elevates you off the ground to provide better insulation and keep creepy crawlies at bay, and supports your body after a long day in the outdoors in a familiar manner that allows for a better night sleep. In the summer, air circulation under the cot also helps cool you during the night.

Does a camp cot need a mattress?

Generally, no. A quality camping cot, like those listed above, are all designed to provide support and comfort all night long. That said, if you’re particularly sensitive or just like a plush sleeping situation, pairing a camp cot with a thin Z Lite foam pad or even memory foam mattress (if maximalist car camping) will go a long way. If not using a sleeping bag, I suggest using a thin top sheet as body barrier between you and the cot—especially useful for warm weather camping.

Do you need a sleeping bag for a camping cot?

This is up to you—personally, I like to use a quality camping quilt or outdoor blanket instead of a sleeping bag. The beauty of camping cot is that it’s more similar to your bed at home, so sleeping in a restrictive mummy bag doesn’t make sense. When car camping, I like to lay on a top sheet on top of the cot, and use a thin wool blanket or camp quilt, and a generously sized pillow. It’s the best sleep you’ll ever have outdoors. Trust me.

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The best travel cot for babies and toddlers

Venture UK Airpod Baby and Toddler Travel Cot

Graco FoldLite

Bugaboo Stardust Travel Cot

Cuggl Deluxe Superlight Travel Cot

Baby Bjorn Travel Cot Light

Joie Excursion Change and Bounce

Nuna Sena Aire Travel Cot

Graco Contour Electra

Baby Elegance Kangu Foldable Bedside Sleeper

Bizzi Growin POD Travel Crib

BabyDan Travel Cot

Red Kite Black Sleep Tight Travel Cot

Kinderkraft Cot 4 in 1 SOFI

When you're thinking of essentials for your little one, you probably already have a cosy cot picked out, but what about a travel cot if you love travelling? In addition to packing your baby's travel system and gathering all the necessities before heading off on holiday with your family, a travel cot will help your little one to sleep as soundly as possible, even when you're away from home.

You probably did a lot of research on the best cot and bedside crib for your baby but may not have considered investing in a travel cot yet. Put simply, a travel cot is a portable, lightweight option designed to fold away compactly. Its collapsible sides and storage bag are some of the features that make it the perfect solution for trips away. Like a travel stroller , it's another one of those holiday essentials that you'll want to invest in when travelling with children under 5 years old.

You most likely won't need a travel cot for the first few months, especially if you already have a Moses basket , a portable crib or a carrycot suitable for overnight sleeping. If you don't go away very often, then you might be better off borrowing a cot from a friend, as it can be an expensive purchase if you're only going to be using it once a year.

A lot of hotels and holiday cottages may provide travel cots and other baby equipment, so check with them before you travel. If you are away from home often, then a travel cot is a good purchase, as it will last well past the newborn months and will prove extremely useful at other times, too. For example, for your baby's daytime naps when you're visiting friends or staying over with grandparents overnight. We've enlisted the help of expert mum testers to put the best travel cots through their paces, taking into account the weight, size, price, assembly, age suitability and stability. Our annual  Mother&Baby Awards  also help us bring you the best advice about current products on the market.

The best travel cot at a glance

• Best travel cot overall : Venture UK Airpod Baby & Toddler Travel Cot - £109.99

• Best travel cot for compact fold : Graco FoldLite - £73

• Best compact travel cot : Bugaboo Stardust Travel Cot -  £168.75

• Best budget travel cot : Cuggl Deluxe Superlight Travel Cot - £60

• Best stylish travel cot : Baby Elegance Kangu Foldable Bedside Sleeper - £74.99

The best travel cot 2024

1. venture uk airpod baby and toddler travel cot, best travel cot overall, description.

Silver winner for Best Travel Product Over £30 in the M&B Awards 2023 Designed to provide little ones with a place to rest and play no matter where you are, the Airpod is assembled in just three easy steps with no tools required meaning it's ready to go in less than a minute. The Airpod weighs just 6kg and can be folded into a bag no larger than a big shopping bag.

One M&B awards tester said: "I really liked how small it folded and how light it was. Super portable and barely took space in the car boot. This meant we were able to pack all our other luggage without worrying about space. Also not too heavy so easy to lug around upstairs when we stayed in hotels without lifts."

Read our full review of the Venture UK Airpod Travel Cot .

• Lightweight
• Comfortable for baby
• No raised bassinet

2. Graco FoldLite

Best travel cot for compact fold.

Bronze winner for Best Travel Product Over £30 in the M&B Awards 2023

Suitable from birth to approximately three years old, the FoldLite was hailed by parents for its lightweight frame, but it has also won a prestigious Mother&Baby Awards 2023 Bronze award. Collapsing to only 26cm wide, the FoldLite has a mesh lining and two wheels for easy manoeuvrability, plus it comes with a mattress included. Testers loved the Home Fold feature to help fold away quickly and clear space within seconds.

M&B mum tester Sarah said:  "The Foldlite travel cot has been most useful to us for quick and easy use around the house with a mobile baby. It genuinely is two clicks to put up or down and the house fold setting means I can quickly pop it out from next to the sofa if I need to iron or nip to the toilet and pop it back in a few seconds so it's not taking over the room. It would be invaluable for this in a holiday cottage which is less baby-proofed too! It seems both comfy and robust for my very mobile ten-month-old and he'll play happily in it with some toys thrown in for a while. When folded down for travel it's small and neat and doesn't take up too much valuable boot space when you're already contending with buggies and suitcases. The grandparents popped it up without instructions and my ten-month-old slept happily in it."

Read our full review of the Graco FoldLite.

• Folds two ways
• Convenient carry bag
• Assembly not totally straightforward

3. Bugaboo Stardust Travel Cot

Best compact travel cot.

www.bugaboo.com

If you're looking for a travel cot that's a doddle to set up and folds away in seconds, this is it – no more grappling with unwieldy parts when you arrive at your destination with a tired baby. We love the clever design, which gives a seamless experience on the go.

Convenient for carrying around your home, it comes with a zip-in carrycot insert, an all-around mesh panel for airflow and a lovely firm and comfortable mattress. The suspended base will protect your little ones from draughts. But, if this happens to be a bit pricey for you, then you can opt for the Cuggl Deluxe Superlight Travel Cot instead.

Mum Meg said: "Very sturdy, easy to pack and unpack, folds up reasonably small, carrying handle makes it easy to transport. Seems comfortable - the newborn bassinet is super convenient for little ones and my babe settled immediately in it."

Parent Matt said: "We bought this for the ease of it 'popping up and down' but also because we could raise the height of the mattress when our baby was very little. There don't seem to be many travel cots that have that design, we used it as much at home for naps as we did on the road. It's a great bit of kit."

• Includes carrycot insert and mattress
• Easy to assemble
• Compact to fold
• Mattress doesn't include a waterproof cover

4. Cuggl Deluxe Superlight Travel Cot

Best budget travel cot.

www.argos.co.uk

Shortlisted for Best Travel Product Over £25 in the M&B Awards 2019

This deluxe travel cot has a bassinet attachment that clicks easily onto the top, perfect for changing nappies; it has wheels, so it's easy to move around, and setting up and folding away takes just seconds.

Tested by mum Tori: "I would definitely recommend this product to other mums. It's so easy to put up and down and transport with its handy bag. It folds up thin and small fitting in our boot along with the double pram and a few bags! My little one slept perfectly."

Tested by mum Sarah: "If you're looking for an inexpensive no-nonsense travel cot then I would recommend this. It was lightweight so I could easily carry it around. It was also compact making it small enough to pack into the car alongside everything else you need when going away with a little one! Once I'd done the initial set up of the cot, it was easy to put together and to take apart too."

Read our full review of the Cuggl Deluxe Superlight Travel Cot

• Easy to transport with wheels
• Easy fold down into storage bag
• Low to the ground

5. Baby Bjorn Travel Cot Light

Best lightweight travel cot.

Rrp: £ 219.90

Shortlisted for Best Travel Product over £25 at the M&B Awards 2015

This travel cot is a real doddle to assemble – just slip it out of its travel bag, and it practically unfolds automatically, so there's no grappling with poles or fiddling with extra accessories. It's also easy to fold away and really light and portable.

It's also easy to move around your home, making it convenient to take with you on trips or overnight visits away. We love that the fabric can be removed and popped in the washing machine – a real bonus if you have a baby with reflux. The materials of this travel cot meet the requirements of OEKO-TEX Standard 100, Class 1 for baby products, which essentially means kind to your baby's sensitive skin.

Tested by mum Nicola: "This is the easiest travel cot to carry as it's amazingly light, but it's less robust than others – Amelia can push it around by herself. It's really practical, taking seconds to pop up. It's less attractive than others in terms of design appeal, but Amelia slept well in it and seemed very comfortable. It also comes with a nice carry bag, which makes it easy to transport."

Read our full review of the BabyBjörn Light Travel Cot

• Easy assemble
• Machine washable fabric
• Made with sensitive skin in mind
• Harder to dry

6. Joie Excursion Change and Bounce

Best newborn travel cot.

www.very.co.uk

This versatile travel cot comes with lots of extra accessories, so it's great value for money. There's a full-size bassinet, which snaps easily on and off as required, as well as a change unit and portable bouncing seat. It folds compactly and comes with its own travel storage bag.

There are lots of sound and light features, including a soothing sound vibration, plus five classical lullabies and nature sounds. The two integrated wheels make it easy to move from room to room, and there's also a nightlight with three brightness settings.

Tested by mum Kathryn: "This was quite difficult to assemble – I had to enlist my husband's help. It's sturdy and almost as big as a normal cot. The wheels make it easy to move. Olly is too old for the extra accessories, but they'd be fantastic for a newborn. Olly likes the sounds, and the light is great for night changes without fully waking him. A real investment that will grow with your baby.

Tested by mum Nicola: "The mesh sides enabled me to check on Amelia without getting out of bed, and she liked being able to see us when she woke up. The mattress seems very comfortable, and the colours and pattern of this travel cot are really appealing. The extra accessories aren't suitable past 12 months, and this travel cot is quite heavy – I would struggle to move it from room to room without help."

• Extra accessories
• Great value for money
• Sound, vibration and nightlight settings

7. Nuna Sena Aire Travel Cot

Best travel cot mattress.

www.johnlewis.com

Shortlisted for Best Travel Product over £25 at the M&B Awards 2018

This stylish, contemporary travel cot takes seconds to put together and is reasonably quick and easy to fold, even with a baby in your arms. We love the bassinet accessory, which makes this brilliant for use from birth. It has a sturdy aluminium frame and a triple-layered mattress.

Doubling up as a play space, this travel cot has padded edges to prevent pinched fingers, and it also comes with an organic cotton sheet included and its own bag to store and transport it in.

Tested by mum Kirsty: "This is reasonably straightforward to set up but it doesn't fold very neatly, and packing it away is fiddly. It's sturdy but feels heavy and it takes up lots of space in our small car boot. The bassinet makes it easy to lift Rikku in and out, but I found it fiddly to detach. I like that this comes with a machine-washable sheet, which stays in place with velcro."

Tested by mum Nicola: "I really like this travel cot because it's so sturdy. It also looks very stylish. Amelia slept really well in this. It's simple to assemble and comes with a lovely, thick mattress plus a machine-washable sheet. The only disadvantage is that it's quite heavy. I think I would struggle to get this from one place to another by myself."

Read our full review of the Nuna Sena Aire

• Padded edges
• Triple-layered mattress
• Comes with its own storage bag
• Not as lightweight as other options

8. Graco Contour Electra

Best value travel cot.

www.boots.com

The Graco Contour is a good-value travel cot with lots of extra features. It comes with a toy bar and a handy removable changing table. It has a nightlight and musical feature, as well as the option to set the mattress to vibrate to help soothe your baby. There are four mesh sides so you can keep an eye on your little one, and also great for ventilation. It's heavy, but the wheels make it easy to manoeuvre, and it comes with its own carry bag.

Tested by mum Nicola: "This is quick and easy to assemble. It seems compact and fits really well in a smaller room without taking up lots of space. The mattress is very thin, and Amelia didn't sleep very well. The cream colour looks lovely, but I imagine it could get dirty very quickly. The changing unit is a great idea, but it's only suitable for use up to 12 months."

Tested by mum Kathryn: "One of the heaviest travel cots we tested, but it's a good size for an older baby – almost the same size as our normal cot. It's easy to assemble and put away and I like the neutral colour. The wheels make it very easy to move around, but you have to bend low to reach your baby. This would have been great for daytime naps when Olly was younger. Great value, too."

Read our full review of the Graco Contour Electra Travel Cot

• Compact fold
• Has wheels for easy transporting
• Removable changing table
• Some reviewers struggled to assemble it

9. Baby Elegance Kangu Foldable Bedside Sleeper

Best bassinet-style travel cot.

www.ebay.co.uk

We love the innovative way this travel cot converts between two different modes, with a bassinet level for younger babies to cot, and the fact that you can use it in either fixed or rocking mode. This travel cot is worth considering if you're really short on luggage space, as it's particularly compact once folded and one of the lightest travel cots we found. This is another top pick for newborns, so be aware you won't be able to use it much beyond six months old.

Mum, Eileen, reviewed: "This was the best purchase we made for our baby. We can't fit a cot in our bedroom and needed something that would last longer than the moses basket. Our little boy sleeps so well in it and it's so easy to pick it up and carry downstairs. We have travelled with it too and it folds down neatly."

• Folds into storage bag
• Legs can adjust to fix in position or allow for gentle rocking motion
• Extremely lightweight
• Only able to use until 6 months

10. Bizzi Growin POD Travel Crib

Best carrycot travel cot.

This is a really clever invention; it looks like a really spacious changing bag, but then off you pop for your overnight stay, take everything out of the bag, and it changes into a travel crib. It doesn't take long to assemble and comes with a padded mattress. It isn't as long-lasting as the other travel cots on our list, as it's really only suitable until baby is four to six months old or when they start rolling; it's the smallest travel cot but the most compact and easy to carry.

Tested by mum Jennifer: "The design is stylish and the item is extremely easy to use. The travel cot section folds out in a few seconds and the rods are easily inserted to make it very sturdy. This means a new mum (who has little time on her hands) can easily erect this in minutes. It is easily transported and takes up no more than a bag's room in the car or walking, so it can be taken anywhere. I have only used this at friends/ families homes but definitely would take it on weekends away or on holiday. It means I don't have to buy a big travel cot. It is also lightweight so don't have to worry about carrying something heavy."

Tested by mum Esther: "Designed as a travel sleeping pod, for nighttime and daytime naps, and a changing bag. It's intended to be quick to assemble and easy to use. I assembled it in a couple of minutes, it weighs as much as a bag or two of sugar and the bag would easily fit in amongst other items in a packed car. When assembled, the sleeping pod is a reasonable size, probably usable up to 4-6 months (unless your baby is rolling lots). We used the pod whilst away for the weekend and found it very useful, as we already had a travel cot packed for our older child and couldn't have fitted a second in the car."

Read our full review of the Bizzi Growin POD Travel Crib

• Includes mosquito net
• Can be used as a changing bag
• Extremely compact and lightweight to carry
• Long dispatch time currently

11. BabyDan Travel Cot

Best long-lasting travel cot.

This travel cot represents good value for money, especially because it can be used from birth up to approximately three years of age. It's also very sturdy, which means it doubles up as a playpen for smaller babies. And although fairly large, it features wheels and a brake to make it easier to transport. The cot also comes with a small toy bag attached, which could be useful for storing nappies or other baby essentials when you're on the move and away from home.

Reviewer Sophie said: "This is an excellent travel cot. The cot is incredibly easy for one person to put up and can be fully set up and usable within minutes. Folding the cot away is just as simple; and it folds down into such a compact size which is then stored in a carry case that it is easy to stow away. I would recommend this cot for a number of reasons: It is lightweight, compact, it is a full size cot, can be used as a playpen, it is simple to errect and dismantle, it is very strong and sturdy, my baby loves to be in it, it has a useful storage pouch at one end. I intially set the cot up in the sitting room as a play pen/nap time cot. It is a full size cot so does take up some room but it means that the cot will last for several years before the baby outgrows it."

Read our full review of the Baby Dan Travel Cot

• Includes a small bag
• Sturdy and secure with brake
• Heavier than others

12. Red Kite Black Sleep Tight Travel Cot

Best simple travel cot.

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The Sleeptight Travel Cot is an award-winning sleep solution from Red Kite. Stored in a carry bag, the Sleeptight Travel Cot is lightweight and compact folding. It is the perfect choice for holidays, visiting friends and family or for your own home.

Mum Kat said: "Having now used this multiple times, I'm really impressed with it - it's good quality and not too bulky when folded so fits easily into my small car boot along with all the other baby paraphernalia needed for a night away! It's really easy to put up and take down and it's so helpful that the instructions are printed onto the underside of the mattress - what a great idea (these sleep-deprived parents are very grateful for this design feature!) You must put it up/take it down in the right order or you will struggle to get it folded correctly. My baby has always slept well in it on various nights and weeks away. We use a waterproof sheet and cot sheet on top of the mattress, job done! For the price paid, it's exceptionally good value. 10/10!"

• Central locking base for extra safety
• Easy to fold and store in the storage bag
• See-through mesh sides
• Mattress is very thin

13. Kinderkraft Cot 4 in 1 SOFI

Best 4 in 1 travel cot.

Rrp: £ 139.99

 A practical trade cot which also doubles as a playpen, cradle and everyday cot, the SOFI is a great purchase. It is suitable for babies and toddlers from birth to 15kg and it's lightweight and wash to fold, plus it includes a storage bag which makes it easy to carry when travelling. The SOFI has mesh sides to ensure you can see your little one and for good airflow. It also comes with a mattress and cover and the frame can be used as a rocking frame too.

One reviewer said: "Slightly narrower than some travel cots, but that was what we needed as it is going to be the cot for when our new grandson stays with us and it needed to fit in the spare room. I love that it is on 2 levels so suitable for a new born as well as a toddler, though not sure if grandson will fit past the age of 2. It is so easy to fold and put up and comes in a cover so can be stored under another bed. Also great that while you use the top level, things can be stored underneath. It looks very stylish too. Only slight problem is the fitting of sheets. It is fiddly and you need to lift the mattress to be able to fit the sheet and tuck it in. But it is doable, so very happy with purchase."

• Can be used with or without rocking function
• Mattress can be used at two different levels
• Looks stylish
• Slightly narrower than standard travel cots

Travel cots – All you need to know:

Choosing the right travel cot for you and your child.

Think about where and when you'll use a travel cot. If you are throwing it in the car boot when you're going to Granny's, check how bulky it is when folded and make sure it fits along with your pushchair and still leaves enough room for your luggage. If you're buying for your holiday and you'll be travelling to your destination by plane, boat or other public transport, choose one that folds very compactly to make it easier to pack. Consider, too, where you'll keep it at home when it's not in use.

Unpacking your travel cot after a long journey with a tired baby can be stressful, so choose something quick and easy to set up. Some travel cots can be assembled and folded with one hand, which is a lifesaver if you're holding your baby.

Some travel cots are designed to double as playpens , creating somewhere safe for your baby to play when she's awake. This is useful when you're away from home, especially if you're staying somewhere that's less baby-friendly, without any baby-proofing products , than your normal environment. This type of travel cot has added value as you can get more use out of it than a standard travel cot but check the manufacturer's guidelines before you buy to ensure it's safe to use as a playpen.

Features to consider before purchasing a travel cot

Here are some travel cot features to look out for when deciding on which travel cot is best for you and your baby.

Travel cots come with a mattress supplied, but some are comfier than others. Check how thick it is and whether it provides enough support for a good night's sleep. If not, thicker travel cot mattresses can be purchased separately – but that's an extra expense and something else to pack!

Fold mechanism

As well as checking how simple it is to assemble the travel cot, make sure you can fold it away again easily. Could you do it in a hurry if you're dashing to the airport? If you have older children, make sure inquisitive little fingers can't access the mechanism for folding the travel cot when it's in use.

Most travel cots have mesh sides to encourage airflow and enable you to see your baby easily when they're sleeping. Check the quality of the fabric and how easy it is to wipe clean.

If you want to move the cot elsewhere in the house for daytime naps or playpen use, choose one with wheels for easy manoeuvrability.

Standard cot bedding may not fit your travel cot, so check what size bedding is required and factor in any extra expense. Make sure the bedding fits the mattress securely with no loose fabric.

Choose a travel cot with side panels that zip open and closed if you'd like to be able to reach your baby without bending low over the side of the cot. If it doubles as a playpen, a 'window' to crawl through can add to the fun.

If you plan to travel with your baby to a climate where mosquitoes might bother them, choose a travel cot with an insect net, and check it fits the travel cot securely.

What age are travel cots advised for?

Travel cots come in a variety of sizes and styles, and they all have different upper age and/or weight limits. Consider how old your child will be when using the travel cot, and choose one suitable for their age. Most of the travel cots in our list above can be used from birth until your baby weighs 15kg, which is approximately three years old. Keep in mind that once your baby makes the transition from sleeping in a cot to a bed, they'll probably prefer a bed to a travel cot when away from home overnight.

Can I travel on a plane with a travel cot?

Yes! Although all airlines will have their own rules on luggage allowances, but if you are flying with a baby then typically parents of infants are allowed to take at least two items - e.g. travel cot, buggy or car seat - at no extra cost.

If you're buying a travel cot to take on holiday and are travelling by plane, boat or train, choose one that folds as compactly as possible to make it easier to transport. If you're driving, make sure it fits in your car boot and still leaves enough room for the rest of your luggage.

Think about where you'll keep the travel cot when it's not in use, too. If space is not an issue, you could look into the larger options available.

All travel cots are designed to be light enough to carry, but some are heavier than others, and there's generally a pay-off between how light it is and how durable it is.

If you'll be carrying it a lot on your journey, such as through an airport, then weight may take priority, but if you've got a cruising toddler, and throwing the cot in a big boot is about the extent of your lugging it around, then a sturdier, perhaps heavier, cot would be better.

How to assemble a travel cot

Wrestling with an unwieldy travel cot and a tired baby after a long journey is stress you really don't need in your life, so choose one that doesn't require an engineering degree to set up. While how to put up a travel cot differs depending on the brand, some can be assembled and folded away within seconds, even with one hand– and that's a really helpful feature if you're going to be assembling it with your baby or other children in tow.

Where can I buy a travel cot?

Whether you need one pronto or want to spend your time researching the perfect travel cot, there are plenty of places where you can pick one. We'd recommend these trusted retailers that offer great products and plenty of reviews so you can make sure you're buying the right one for your little one:

John Le wis

Mamas & Papas

Supermarkets also hold baby events where you can often pick up travel cots and other accessories for a great price. These include:

Can I buy a travel cot second-hand?

If you're looking to buy a second-hand travel cot, there are a few things to check before you make your purchase:

• Check that it assembles and folds down correctly

• Make sure it's sturdy

• Make sure the seller provides you with the original instruction booklet

It's also worth purchasing a new mattress for the travel cot

How to clean your travel cot

If your travel cot has been tucked away in the loft for a few years and it smells a bit musty, or your child has turned it into a bit of a mess, a good tip for cleaning is to use warm soapy water and a sponge.

Make sure to leave it out in the fresh air and sunlight to dry.

Travel cot safety

There are a number of safety aspects to check on your travel cot for your peace of mind.

Stability: Be sure to use the mattress that comes with the cot, as changing it could affect the stability of the cot and could make it easier to tip.

Escaping: Swapping for a thicker mattress could give your tot more height and make it easier for them to escape.

Corners: Be wary of how smooth corners are - make sure there is no chance of your baby's clothes getting caught on them to avoid any chance of strangulation.

Flexible sides: Pop-up-style tents may be easy to erect and dismantle; however, the flexible sides mean that if you were to stumble onto the cot, there would be no ridged sides to stop your fall.

Zips: Make sure you check all zips are secure, as any loose zips that become unattached could potentially become choking hazards.

Wheels: The wheels must be able to securely lock into place or have two wheels and two legs for sturdiness.

Test it out: Make sure you try it out before you travel to check all of the above safety aspects.

Safe sleeping in a travel cot

The general consensus is that you need to be following the same sleeping guidance for your baby in a travel cot as you would at home.

Here's what The Lullaby Trust have to say:

"The same 'safer sleep' rules apply to a travel cot, which should have a rigid frame and base, and a firm, flat mattress, covered in a waterproof material. Travel cot mattresses are often thinner and feel harder than those in a permanent cot, but don't be tempted to place folded blankets or a quilt under the baby to make them 'more comfortable'. If you are very tight for space, you may have to consider re-arranging the furniture in the room to ensure that the travel cot isn't against a radiator, in direct sunlight, and is out of reach of blind cords and hazards."

How we tested and chose these travel cots

Every year, our panel of real mums tests and reviews parenting products such as travel cots for the annual Mother&Baby Awards.

Our list of the best car seats for travel cots comes recommended by like-minded parents – who have experienced these car seats personally.

The Mother&Baby Awards parent testers are provided with some guidelines while testing, so that they take into consideration four key areas: usability, design, quality and value for money. We ask them to score each of these out of 10, as well as give their overall impression of the product.

Find out more about how we test and what considerations we take into account in our testing process.

A number of the travel cots in our list are also previous  Mother&Baby Awards  shortlisters and winners.

E mily Gilbert is the Features & Reviews Editor for Mother&Baby and has written for the website and previously the magazine for six years. Specialising in product reviews, Emily is the first to know about all the exciting new releases in the parenting industry.

Best travel cot 2023: lightweight cots for travel

Attempting travel with a baby? The best travel cot will make sure you’re suitably armed, and they’re suitably snuggly

The best travel cot? Be honest, it’s something you didn’t even know existed until you became a parent and had to take a trip. Do you have to travel with a bed for your baby? Well, yes, you do, they're just as essential as the best car seats and best suitcases , and luckily there are so many incredible new designs that hitting the road with your littlest is that little bit easier.

We give you the travel cot, the portable crib, and the basket bed … here are all the latest and the best products on the market which allow you to travel light even though you’re now packing an extra person.

How to buy the best travel cot

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First off, you might be surprised to find out that travel cots aren’t just for travel. If you’re stuck for space at home, regularly splitting time between two places, want a safe place to keep them corralled while you pop off for a second (see above), or like to have a spare for friends’ babies when they pop round for a coffee (the friend, that is, not the baby), a travel cot is a sensible solution.

But when it does come to travel, having your own portable cot means that you needn’t worry about whether that Airbnb has all the necessaries or that hotel webpage is up to date, and it also gives baby a familiar place to sleep, eliminating one more reason for them to get lairy while you’re on the road.

And it’s what you’ll be using it for that’ll mostly dictate the type of travel crib you want. 

Compact foldable cots or bassinets are best for chucking in a suitcase or luggage locker on the plane, while trips by car simply call for something that can fit in the boot. The more lightweight they are, the more you might question the fact that they’re deemed suitably sturdy for a human child, but between rigorous manufacturer testing and great reviews across the board, you can rest assured each of our picks will keep them safe as houses, even if you’re a long way away from yours. 

You might be wondering if travel cots are safe to sleep in? The answer is yes, as long as you buy the right one and your child doesn't sleep in it all the time. Read our guide linked above for more information on travel cot safety.

Finally, for maximum mileage when it comes to the initial spend, look for a model that comes with an included mattress, adjustable levels for rapidly growing babes, and more.

The best travel cots you can buy today:

1. Micralite Sleep&Go Travel Cot

Our expert review:

Specifications

Reasons to buy, reasons to avoid.

The Sleep&Go Travel Cot is a well-designed piece of kit that hopes to make travelling with little ones a breeze. It sets itself apart from rivals by being adaptable: it's a travel cot one minute, playpen the next, and can even transform into a newborn co-sleeper. Perhaps best of all, it's able to transform between these functions in seconds thanks to its innovative all-in-one frame.

It lets itself down slightly with the lack of colour options, and the fact that it's not the smallest when folded.

With an RRP of £150, it sits firmly in the upper-mid-range price category, but it's durable materials, solid build, and innovative features mean it more than earns its place at the top of our list.

• Micralite Sleep&Go Travel Cot review

2. BabyBjorn Travel Cot Light

Praise be to Björn Jakobson, granddaddy of all things baby-related — his brainchild BabyBjorn still leads the pack when it comes to travel cots, with this one getting our second spot for its practical, paediatrician-approved design. The foldable travel cot packs down into a neat carry case with padded shoulder straps and a waist belt for easy transportation, and we love how compact it is, not to mention easy to set up, which is a real bonus when there’s unpacking to be done. 

The mattress has been designed in conjunction with paediatric specialists to provide the best support possible, but the only problem is that it’s at floor level, so if you have shorter arms, bear in mind it might take some effort, or the help of a taller family member.  

3. Nuna SENA Aire

The thing about parenthood is that you always have your hands full, and when it comes to travelling with kids, that goes double. So welcome the SENA Aire, a thoughtfully designed travel cot from premium baby gear brand Nuna that can be set-up not only quickly, but with one hand. Its zigzag legs pop-up instantly, and come with padded edges so you cannot trap you finger in a hinge while you’re seeing it up. 

However, the SENA Aire’s main USP is what its name suggests; an advanced air design delivers maximum airflow that will give its inhabitant deeper sleeps. That’s the theory. Elsewhere, the SENA Aire gives the travelling parents everything they need, including a mattress, sheets, an insect net and even cotton sheets. Best of all, it’s all machine washable, and goes neatly into a travel bag.

4. Inovi Cocoon Folding Moses

Here’s one for youngsters taking their first flights. Suitable for the under six months crowd, this simple crib won’t be with you for long, but it’s sure to impress any parent thinking of taking a flight to show-off their new addition. A simple and nice-looking crib that could easily be used at home, the Cocoon is compact and lightweight enough for travel, even complying with international aviation standards (IATA) so it can be taken on a plane as hand luggage, and stowed in overhead locker compartments (minus junior, we hope). 

It also includes a mesh canopy that protects baby from the outside world – including insects, pets and curious passers-by – while being itself constructed atom transparent, breathable mesh panels. The Cocoon is also easy to set-up, with four locking joints on its fold-out base for maximum stability.

5. Phil & Teds Traveller Travel Cot

Like the BabyBjorn travel cot, this Phil & Teds option is suitable for use from birth to three years, making it a good option if you’re after a longer-term solution. The big difference between the two is that this little number is more suited to long-haul travel, with a weight of just 3.2 kilograms and an ultra-compact design that’s formulated to fit in a suitcase, luggage locker, or even the storage space of your buggy. 

Reviewers found it was a bit awkward to set up, but that it was light, sturdy and comfy enough to make up for it, so we reckon it sounds just fine if you’re setting up camp for a while.  

6. SpaceCot Travel Cot

If the combination of quick setup and sturdiness is the holy grail of travel cots, then call us Indiana Jones, because we seem to have found it in the SpaceCot Travel Cot. The makers say it opens and closes in just three seconds — a big boast, but reviewers vouch for its veracity. 

They found it super easy to set up, and loved the included detachable crib levels and mattress that let it work as a cot up to six months, and a playpen up to 30 months. If you frequently find yourself with your hands too full for faffing around, all signs point to this easy-up cot being a good buy.  

7. LittleLife Arc 2

OK, it’s a tent. Get over it. Kids love camping! Seriously though, the tent-style Arc 2 has a lot going for it, especially if you travel a lot because (and this is a stroke of genius) the Arc 2 packs-up into a small lightweight backpack. A pop-up tent weighing a mere 2.5kg, it uses colour-coded, lightweight aluminium poles and comes with a Velcro-attached foam mattress and washable cotton cover. 

Although it can be used indoors perfectly well, as its design suggests, the Arc 2 can also be used outdoors, and be secured with tent pegs. It works as a bed, a playpen, and just as a place to keep a child out of the sun. If you’re an outdoorsy kind of a family, the Arc 2 is a no-brainer.

8. Pop Up Bassinet Koo-Di

Designed for use in the house or out in the garden, at the beach or for trips somewhere rather sunnier, the Koo-Di Sun and Sleep Travel Bassinet looks to be a versatile option for keeping the smallest member of your group happy, cool, and out of the sun. 

The mesh sides are intended for ventilation and peace of mind, allowing you to check on them as they (hopefully) snooze, while the integrated zip-up mosquito net keeps nibbles at bay, and the blackout blind claims to block 93 percent of all harmful rays. That’s all pretty high tech for a travel cot, making it our best bet for travel abroad and hot summer days at home.  

9. Chicco Lullago Zip Crib

This expandable travel crib gives the option for different depths as they grow, giving it more lasting power than some of our smaller picks, and making it, according to happy reviewers, a great transitional cot. Users loved that it was sturdy and easy to put together, but found it a bit heavy to carry — although, while the travel bag is a bit more cumbersome than its BabyBjorn equivalent, some might appreciate that it looks more like your average minimal tote bag rather than a baby-specific behemoth. 

Overall, it’s agreed that the quality is top-notch and the setup simple, but if you have to travel a long way, you might be better placed going for something like Phil & Ted’s travel cot.  

10. Joie Excursion Change & Rock Travel Cot0

Trying to get them off to sleep isn’t the only thing that can prove tricky on the road - there’s also the small matter of changing to attend to. Luckily, some clever clogs at Joie has made a travel cot that doubles up as a changing table. Actually, make that triples up, because it also packs in a soothing rocker with soft toys. And it has wheels! 

With a draught-resistant base and mesh lining for a comfortable sleep, a rocker/bassinet for soothing and naps, and a changing table for you-know-what, reviewers agree this is a great portable option for when you want to streamline your stuff. Just be aware that it’s very large and very heavy, so it’s not the best for small cars and certainly won’t fit in a suitcase, but gosh darn is it versatile.  

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The 9 Best Camping Cots, Tested and Reviewed

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TripSavvy / Nathan Allen

Camping can be a fun experience, but even we can admit that sleeping on the ground isn’t the most comfortable. Foam pads and air mattresses have been standard sleep tools for campers, but they have drawbacks. Air mattresses can often deflate at night, and you’ll likely have to add a footprint to the bottom of the tent to put a foam pad down. And again—who wants to sleep on the ground? A camping cot is a better option. 

We tested 19 camping cots, and trust us when we say these are not your grandfather’s old-fashioned camping cots. Over the years, we’ve seen camping cot technology improve, becoming lighter and easier to set up. Many of our testers took these camping cots into the wilderness to try them out, considering everything from ease of setup to comfort, weight, size, and durability. 

Our top pick was the L.L.Bean Easy Cot which is super easy to put together—hence the name. It’s comfortable, durable, and big enough for people of varying sizes. The L.L.Bean Easy Cot wasn’t the only camping cot that impressed us. Read on to discover camping cots that are good for backpacking, will fit two people, and are affordable to boot. 

Other Camping Cots We Tested

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Best overall, l.l.bean easy cot.

• Ease of Use 5 /5
• Comfort 5 /5
• Portability 5 /5
• Durability 5 /5

Super sturdy

Easy to set up

Large weight capacity

Includes a carrying bag

Can fit in a two-person tent

Requires a lot of storage space

It may be too heavy for some 

When our tester unpacked the L.L.Bean Easy Cot, they looked for instructions but couldn’t find any. And that’s because it’s so easy to set up. All you do is unfold it. To test out this camping cot, our reviewer took it to Joshua Tree and set it up in a two-person tent. It took up a lot less space than an air mattress would and, at 79 inches long, was well equipped to fit someone up to 6 feet, 5 inches tall. 

While sleeping on the cot, our tester found it sturdy and provided enough support to prevent back issues. The rugged polyester fabric could get a tad hot if slept on directly, but it’s easy to clean if needed. You’ll appreciate the soft nonmarring feet which won’t damage the flooring of a cabin or a tent.

Some may find the 21-pound L.L.Bean Easy Cot heavy to carry and bulky in terms of storage, especially if you live in an apartment. However, the cot can come in handy even if you’re not camping, as it’s a great additional bed option for guests, and it won’t deflate like an air mattress in the middle of the night. 

Dimensions: Open: 17 x 30 x 79 inches; Closed: 6 x 7 x 40 inches | Capacity: 330 pounds | Weight: 21 pounds

Best Budget

Coleman trailhead ii cot.

• Ease of Use 4 /5
• Portability 4 /5
• Durability 4 /5

Super affordable

Folds to a compact size

Better suited to car campers

Wide design for more sleeping room

Requires a two-person setup

It could be heavy for some

The Coleman Trailhead II Cot is incredibly affordable, and according to our tester, it’s comfortable too. We like the wide design of this cot as it allows you to stretch out in your sleep. But what makes it even better is that it folds into a nice compact size that will fit inside any car trunk. This cot is best used for car campers, not hikers because it’s slightly heavy. 

While our tester noted that the fabric easily stains, their biggest concern was how it takes two people to set up the cot. The last knob connecting to the main bar requires some extra strength from an additional person. They also warned that the edges of the bars are sharp and could hurt your bare hands if not careful. Despite all that, the Coleman Trailhead II Cot is worth the buy. It is affordable and will fit someone up to 6 feet tall and 300 pounds.

Dimensions: 73 x 35 x 17 inches | Capacity: 300 pounds | Weight: 21.5 pounds

TripSavvy / Joy Kim

Osage River Standard Folding Camping Cot

Lightweight, set-up takes seconds

Elevated headrest 

Waterproof fabric

Accessories pocket attached to the cot

Not very wide

It may not be as durable as advertised

The OSAGE RIVER Comfortable and Lightweight Standing Folding Camping Cot takes a few seconds to assemble. You simply remove it from the carrying bag and unfold it. Then press down along the joints, and you’re done. Folding is easy, too—our tester explained, “Just flip it on its side, pull down on the single-leg posts, and fold it like an accordion.”

This cot is lightweight, though it is not ideal for backcountry camping that requires hiking. It comes in multiple colors and is outfitted with a waterproof fabric to withstand wet elements. You’ll enjoy the elevated headrest, and though the brand advertises that you could go without a pillow, our tester suggests you use one. An accessories pocket is attached to the side of the cot and offers three different pockets in one. 

The OSAGE RIVER cot is decently priced, doesn’t take up too much room if you're using a camping tent , and is long enough to fit campers who are 6 feet tall, like our tester. We wish our tester had provided notes about the comfort of this cot because, according to Amazon reviewers, it’s not very wide, and some of the bars cut into the shoulders of those who have slept on it. Even worse, there are many reviews about the cot’s bars breaking within the first year. Although listed as able to withstand 300 pounds, many Amazon reviewers who ranged from 140 to 270 pounds found the cot less durable than desired. 

Dimensions: open: 28 x 75 x 18.5 inches, closed: 5 x 8 x 40 inches | Capacity: 300 pounds | Weight: 12.45 pounds

TripSavvy / Patrick McGowan

Best Budget Backpacking

Fe active folding camping cot.

Attached side pocket

Compact and super lightweight

Includes a carrying bag and additional pouch

Made with water-resistant polyester fabric

Set up takes some time 

If you're new to backpacking , when choosing a camping cot you must ensure that it’s light and compact enough to carry. Our tester did a hiking test with the FE Active Folding Camping Cot and found it a lightweight addition to their backpack. The cot breaks down into a water-resistant fabric piece and aluminum legs in a carrying bag. However, the setup is a bit tricky and will take some time to complete. Our tester had some trouble putting the cot together for the first time. Connecting the base components (legs) to the top components (pole railings) wasn’t easy, though the second time around, it seemed a little better, though not significantly so. 

When fully assembled, the cot is about 6.5 inches off the ground and will fit someone 6 feet tall and up to 250 pounds. While our tester found it sturdy enough and could toss and turn without the cot squeaking or moving much, they were wary to ‘plop down’ on the cot. 

Attached to the cot is an additional pouch for storage. The cot also comes with a small pouch that can be packed with clothes and used as a pillow or to store emergency kit items. Overall, our tester found the cot comfortable to sleep on and a pretty good deal. 

Dimensions: open, 74.5 x 27.5 x 6.5 inches, closed, 18.8 x 5.9 x 5.1 inches | Capacity: 250 pounds | Weight: 4.6 pounds

Best Backpacking

Helinox camp cot.

• Ease of Use 4.5 /5
• Value 4.5 /5

Lightweight

Includes a carrying case 

Can fit inside a two-person tent

Too narrow for some

Set up will take some time

The person who tested the Helinox Lite Cot took it on a backpacking trip near Big Bear Lake in California and had rave reviews. They’ve used a blow-up backpacking pad and a foam pad on past backpacking hiking trips and found that the Helinox Lite Cot was far more comfortable than anything they’ve ever experienced. 

The Helinox Lite Cot weighs less than 3 pounds and is so compact that you’ll have no trouble fitting it in your backpack. The assembly instructions are easy to follow, but it will take a few minutes to set up. Be prepared to use some strength to “get the four bars that touch the ground around the two parallel bars that run the length of the cot,” said our tester. 

Our reviewer did admit that this cot is narrow, and while that’s good for a two-person tent and smaller-sized individuals, it could be an issue for others. Side sleepers may not have as much of a problem with the narrowness of the cot. We should also mention that it’s only 73 inches long, meaning anyone over 6 feet will have their feet dangling off. It’s an expensive buy, but if you do a lot of backpacking, it’s a good investment. 

Dimensions: open, 73 x 23.5 x 5 inches, closed, 5 x 21 inches | Capacity: 265 pounds | Weight: 2 pounds, 13 ounces

Best for Beginner Campers

Byer of maine easy cot.

Non-marring legs

Straightforward set-up

Suitable for tall people

No cross beams to dig into the back

Includes a carry bag with printed instructions

A bit bulky 

If you’re a newbie or a first-time camper , make your experience better with the Byer of Maine Easy Cot. Our tester took this cot to a drive-up campsite and slept on it in a six-person tent. The non-marring legs shouldn’t damage tent floors, and the carrying bag has the instructions on it. You don’t really need instructions because it only takes unfolding the legs to set the cot up. 

As far as comfort goes, our tester found this cot to be solid, durable, and quite comfortable. Designed without cross beams, you don’t have to worry about them digging into your back. If you’re a larger person in terms of height and size, the Byer of Maine Easy Cot is a good choice because it is 6.5 feet long with no end rails, making it more comfortable for taller people. The width—31 inches—is also on the wider side of the cots. 

Priced exceptionally well, this cot may be bulky, but that’s because it’s for car campers first.

Dimensions: 78 x 31 x 18 inches | Capacity: 330 pounds | Weight: 21 pounds

Best Double

Kamp-rite double kwik-cot.

• Portability 3 /5

Designed for two people 

Mesh storage hammock under the cot

Heavy and will take up some storage space

Difficult to level this cot

If you and your partner want to sleep on cots, it’s wise to invest in a double camping cot as they save a little more space than placing two cots side by side in a tent. The Kamp-Rite Double Kwik-Cot was our favorite double cot because the setup is quite easy. At 33 pounds, it’s on the heavier side, which makes sense with two cots in one, but the carrying bag will help to move it from your car to the campsite. 

Our reviewer tested this cot in a four-person tent and noted that it was somewhat of a tight fit. You might have to set it up outside the tent before putting it inside. The cot was sturdy and comfortable, though the tester had a slight issue leveling it to the ground. Keep in mind that there is a bar that separates the double cot in two but add some padding, and it’ll feel like a double bed. Fun fact: A bonus feature underneath the cot is a mesh storage hammock where you can store your belongings off the ground. 

Dimensions: closed, 42 x 11 x 11 inches, open, 85 x 55 x 19 inches | Capacity: 500 pounds | Weight: 33 pounds

TripSavvy / Joy Evans

Best for Camp and Home

Mountain summit gear horizon cot.

Affordable price

It has a side pocket

Felt secure and stable, even on uneven ground

A bit heavy for some

Requires more set-up time than other camping cots on this list

For the price , you get a pretty good camping cot in the Mountain Summit Gear Horizon Cot. According to our tester, this cot was secure, stable, and held up on uneven ground. It also remained in place with any movement they made. The side pocket is a nice touch, allowing you to store items like your phone or a water bottle at your side throughout the night. 

This isn’t the cot you can take on a backpacking trip. It’s got some weight to it, which means it’s better suited for a drive-up campsite. Setting up the cot takes about 5 minutes, and you’ll need to insert two poles into the cloth piece and then connect it to the accordion-style legs. It won’t take much effort, but it’s more set-up time than other car camping cots we’ve featured. 

Dimensions: 75 x 27.55 x 14.5 inches | Capacity: 300 pounds | Weight: 18 pounds

TripSavvy / Jessica Hill

Best Extra-Large

Alps mountaineering camp cot xl.

Extra-long and wide

Higher weight capacity than most

It may require two people to set up and break down

In our opinion, the most significant drawback of camping cots is how many aren’t that wide or long and thus not accessible to all body types. But you don’t have to worry about that with the ALPS Mountaineering Camp Cot XL. It’s like the luxury version of a camping cot—you have so much room to stretch out in terms of length and width. In fact, anyone that’s up to 7 feet tall can sleep on this cot without their feet hanging off. Plus, it has a higher weight capacity of 325 pounds. Just keep in mind that because of its wider and longer size, you need to ensure that it will fit in your tent. 

Setting up the cot is not tricky, but our tester advises that it might be easier with two people—especially at the end of the trip when you need to break it down. To set it up, you unfold the cot and add two end poles into the sleeves. Our tester appreciated the extra space this cot afforded them and found it comfortable as far as cots go. The side pocket and the included carrying bag are bonuses.

The ALPS Mountaineering Camp Cot XL is somewhat heavy, but even with its longer and wider design, it’s lighter than many other cots on this list. You shouldn’t have issues getting it from your car to the campsite. 

Dimensions: open, 86 x 40 x 22 inches, closed ‎49 x 8 x 5 inches | Capacity: 325 pounds | Weight: 19 pounds

Other tents we tested included: Coleman Pack-Away Camping Cot , Coleman Airbed Cot , Coleman ComfortSmart Deluxe Cot , Helinox Cot One Convertible , Therm-a-Rest UltraLite Cot . Alps Mountaineering Ready Lite Cot , KingCamp Ultralight Folding Sleeping Cot , Teton Sports Outfitter XXL Camp Cot , Big Agnes Goosenest Inflatable Cot , and Luno Air Mattress 2.0 .

We sent cots to testers around the country and had them take multiple camping trips with the cots. We then asked the testers to rate each cot on a five-point scale for the following attributes: ease of use, portability, size, comfort, durability, and overall value. We then averaged those scores to award each cot an overall score. We tested tents in backyards, Big Sur, Joshua Tree, Big Bear Lake, the Santa Monica Mountains, and Alabama’s Sipsey Wilderness. We tested cots backpacking, and car camping. 

TripSavvy / Taysha Murtaugh

What to Look for in a Camping Cot

Camping cots aren’t necessarily lightweight. Of course, those designed for backpacking should be less than 5 pounds, but car campers may find their camping cots heavy. One of our testers described a 21-pound camping cot as weighing about the same as a card table, and while it may be a struggle to carry it from your car to the campsite, the distance shouldn’t be that far, and carrying shouldn’t necessarily require two people. That said, buy a camping cot that you can easily carry, and if you go for something heavier, make sure you have someone to assist you. 

Camping cot legs come in various sizes and feature different materials. Aluminum alloy legs are pretty standard, though some camping cots have tubular carbon steel legs. The top things we’d consider when it comes to legs are how easy they are to assemble and if they can support a weight capacity higher than your weight. We’ve found that attaching the legs of backpacking camping cots to the fabric requires some strength to assemble. Additionally, we suggest you buy a camping cot with legs that have non-marring feet or feet that will not damage your tent or cabin floor. 

There are two dimensions you should consider when shopping for camping cots. The first dimensions are those of the camping cot when it's completely assembled or unfolded. Because cots are measured by inches, you'll need to do some math to figure it out in feet. A camping cot 72 inches or longer will be long enough for someone 6 feet tall or taller. But don't stop there. Take a look at the width of the camping cot, too. If you like to move around, sleep on your stomach or back, or have a wider body, you might want to look for an extra wide camping cot or something over 35 inches. 

Don't forget to look at the dimensions of a camping cot when it's folded down. This will help you determine if you have space in your home to store the camping cot, fit it in your car, or if it's small enough to put in a backpacking backpack. 

Most camping cots have a rectangular fabric pulled tautly between the legs. The fabric is not usually padded, but it should be taut enough to support your hips and back. Another thing to consider is the construction of the camping cot. Look for those that are designed in a way that the bars will not dig into your back or shoulders. While you can consider customer reviews for feedback on comfort, you may just need to buy the cot and test it out around the house for a few days before you take it out on a camping trip. 

TripSavvy / John Somerall

You don’t necessarily need a sleeping pad or a mattress for a camping cot. Our testers did not use such items to test out our cots (most just placed blankets on them), and many raved about their comfort. That said, if you like more padding, do whatever will make your camping experience more enjoyable. 

There doesn’t seem to be any rule prohibiting checking a camping cot when traveling by plane. It’s considered sporting equipment, so it’ll need to be smaller than the maximum linear size of 126 inches and weigh less than 50 pounds. Of course, if you bring a backpacking camping cot, you can easily fit them in a suitcase, duffel bag, or backpack. 

There isn’t much to cleaning and caring for a camping cot. If the legs get dirty, clean them with a rag dampened with water. If you can remove the fabric piece, throw it in the washing machine occasionally. Otherwise, use water and soap to remove stains. It might not hurt to place a blanket or sheet on the camping cot when you sleep on it so that the fabric doesn’t absorb your body oil, sweat, or any dirt or mud on your clothes. 

With an air mattress or a pad, you’ll most likely need a footprint on the ground floor of a tent as you’ll want to prevent such sleeping items from absorbing moisture or chill from the earth. With a camping cot, you don’t need an additional footprint. While a sleeping pad is as easy to set up as a camping cot (and in some cases easier), an air mattress will require more work, and they often deflate during the night, which can cause discomfort in your body and ruin your night of sleep. Sleeping pads and air mattresses offer a plusher sleeping experience, but that’s not to say that camping cots are uncomfortable. Most of our testers say they wished they’d bought camping cots for guests staying in their homes as they were more comfortable than an air mattress or floor pad. 

Author  Alex Temblador  is an outdoor and travel journalist who lives in Texas. In addition to working out–running, lifting, hiking, kayaking, and more–at least five days a week, Alex seeks out adventurous travels all around the world. Throughout her career as an outdoor and travel journalist, she has rappelled in Mexico, kayaked in Puerto Rico and Thailand, skied in Telluride and Montana, surfed in Zihuatanejo, scuba dived in Bonaire, hiked in Peru and Switzerland, and completed a one-day, 100-mile cycling event in 100-degree weather in North Texas.

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12 of the best travel cots 2024 for babies and toddlers

Our pick of the best cot and bassinet options to provide your baby or toddler with a portable sleeping space for travel, put to the test by parents

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Travel cots are portable, safe places for babies and toddlers to sleep when away from home. They’re lightweight, have collapsible sides and fold into a portable format with a carry handle, making them great for holidays, breaks and overnight stays.

We’ve analysed the travel cot market and rigorously tested a range of different models to find the best ones for your family. Whether you're looking for something safe for a newborn, or a roomy cot for an older toddler, you'll find it here. Some travel cots can also be used as playpens for a baby, although, if you're looking specifically for a playpen check out our best playpens for babies and toddlers . For cosy bedding inspiration, take a look at our list – tried and tested by real parents and their kids. If you're traveling somewhere hot with your little ones, take a look at our selection of the best pram fans .

Why do I need a travel cot?

One of the main benefits of travel cots are their portability. Regular cots are often made of wood and to disassemble and put in a car or suitcase would be quite a task! With a travel cot disassembly is usually a matter of a few minutes (or even seconds) and some of the travel cots on our list fold small enough to fit in a suitcase or overhead locker alongside the stroller.

Travel cots are an on-the-go sleeping option that means you won’t have to rely on sleeping arrangements at your destination. For frequent travellers they can be as familiar to little ones as their regular bed; helping to aid sleep in a different environment.

Best travel cots at a glance

• Best travel cot for easy assembly: Bugaboo Stardust, £168.75
• Best lightweight travel cot for a good mattress: Venture Airpod Travel Cot, £109.99
• Best multi-use travel cot: Silver Cross Slumber 3-in-1 Travel Cot, £150
• Best travel cot for added extras: Graco Contour Electra, £115.99
• Best budget buy travel cot: Red Kite Sleeptight Travel Cot, £35
• Best travel cot for versatile features: Hauck Sleep'n Play Centre Travel Cot, £79.95
• Best travel cot for occasional use: Cuggl Deluxe Superlight Travel Cot, £65
• Best travel cot for newborns: Joie Kubbie Sleep, £99
• Best budget travel cot for co-sleeping: Red Kite Dreamer Bedside Travel Crib, £65
• Best travel cot for versatile newborn co-sleeping: Chicco Next2Me PopUp, £159.20
• Best travel cot for no upper weight limit: BabyBjörn Travel Cot Light, £187
• Best stylish travel cot: Tutti Bambini CoZee Go 3-in-1 Bassinet, Travel Cot & Playpen, £129

What to look for when buying a travel cot

Portability — Travel cots have lighter-weight components and are designed to be easily carried and stored. But they're still cots, so none of them are going to fold into a truly tiny package. They fold into different shapes so look for the folded style that suits your needs. Some of the travel cots on our list fold into a long rectangular shape more suited to public transport, others fold flat to fit in a car boot.

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Weight — Travel cots vary significantly in weight - we found some that are under 7kg and others that weigh in at a hefty 11kg. Think about how often you’re going to use it, and if you’ll be lifting it up and down stairs or in and out of a car. If you want frequent use, a super lightweight travel cot may suit you best. Of course, a heavier cot is likely to feel more sturdy and offer more functionality.

Ease of assembly/disassembly — Once you have the knack, putting a travel cot up and down should be a very quick process - a matter of minutes, if not seconds. Do read the instructions though, many have a knack and have parts that need to be put together in a very specific order.

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Age suitability — Age suitability really varies for travel cots. Most can be used from birth – we’ve specified the manufacturer’s instructions – but the travel cots that have a built-in bassinet offer a cosier, elevated sleep environment for newborns. Some even have drop-down sides to allow them to be used as a bedside crib. Some cots can only be used for a few months while others are suitable up to around 3.5 years.

Mattress — Travel cot mattresses tend to be thinner and harder than normal cot mattresses. This is partly to enable a compact fold and easy storage, and is why travel cots are usually not recommended for permanent overnight sleep. But remember, a firm mattress is important for safe sleep for your baby, and doesn’t mean your child won’t be comfortable. Most manufacturers will state that you shouldn't add an extra mattress to a travel cot.

Extra functions — Some travel cots can serve as a handy playpen once babies can sit up. Some also have a changing station, which could be useful if you’re frequently travelling with a baby.

How, when and where will you use your travel cot?

Do you plan to use the travel cot frequently during the year, or do you need it for a particular holiday? The frequency and location of where you’ll use it will help when considering weight, functionality and budget. For example, if the travel cot will be used for overnight stays at relatives or friends every month, you won’t need to worry too much about weight and the ease of assembly – especially if it can remain constructed.

For holidays in hot climates, a breathable mattress and all-around mesh panel are factors to consider. These help with air circulation and will provide a more comfortable environment for your child to sleep. Some travel cots include or offer the option of an insect net and sun protection.

For travel involving flights, it’s worth investigating your airline’s baggage allowances. A light, compact-folding model with easy assembly could be your best solution.

How much does a travel cot cost?

Our list covers travel cot prices ranging from £30 up to £200 - so quite a wide scope. For items at all price points, we expect a safe, comfortable and stable sleeping environment.

When looking at budget options, our reviewers found that they certainly did the trick and functioned well as a travel cot but were quite basic with limited added extras. For example, you shouldn’t expect a changing station included on a lower priced travel cot.

When considering more high-end travel cots we still expect good value (not overpriced), premium components and extra thought on a design that will make traveling with kids a breeze. Also, the more often you travel, the easier it is to get your money’s worth out of a more expensive travel cot.

The mid-range options on our list – priced under £100 include many great benefits and may tick quite a few boxes but without some of the lush extras of more expensive models.

Here are the best travel cots for 2024

1. bugaboo stardust, £168.75, – best for easy assembly.

Suitable from: birth (with newborn insert) to 2 years| Travel cot weight: 6.7kg | Unfolded dimensions: L64cm x W98cm x H85cm| Folded dimensions: L 65cm x W14cm x H85cm | Newborn bassinet: Yes

Forget tricky folds, the pop-up style mechanism of the Bugaboo Stardust takes just seconds: simply pull the cot open from flat by pulling both sides. It’s perfect for a hassle-free bedtime when you’re not in the comfort of your own home.

It conveniently folds back down in the same amount of time, too, although it is worth noting this model folds down to a large flat shape, like a suitcase, making better suited to sliding into a car boot or under a bed than taking on public transport.

Along with the ease of assembly, the built-in mattress is what you pay for with this model: it's not only comfortable but can be adjusted to two height positions (with the newborn insert) making it easier to lift out newborns and babies not yet sitting up unaided. This is particularly handy if you’re prone to back problems or have just had a C-section. The mattress can be folded down inside the cot, meaning no extra assembly is required.

Although one of the priciest travel cots on our list, the Stardust can still deliver great value if you’re using your travel cot regularly with your baby. MFM home tester Rovenna, who tried it with her 4-month-old, said, "The fact it has both a raised zip in baby bassinet or a deep bed for toddlers – as well as a comfortable and generously filled built in mattress – is fantastic. It’s compact and lightweight, meaning it can be easily moved from room to room and transported in its handy carry bag.”

Pros : Quickest to assemble, two mattress height positions Cons : Quite large when folded

Available from: Bugaboo , Boots and John Lewis

2. Venture Airpod Travel Cot, £109.99

– best for lightweight with good mattress.

Suitable from: birth to 3 years | Travel cot weight: 6kg | Unfolded dimensions: L85cm x W55cm x H66cm| Folded dimensions: 60cm x 15cm x 50cm | Newborn bassinet: No

This travel cot is very lightweight, comfortable and easy to carry. It's available in a number of colours and features mesh panels on all sides. The mesh means that you can get a great view of your baby or toddler, while also ensuring good air circulation at night time.

Travel cot mattresses are often the feature that parents are least satisfied with, as they are often thin and flimsy. However, the Airpod travel cot has a better quality, more luxurious mattress than you might expect. Although the Cuggl Deluxe is very similar and quite a bit cheaper in price, we found that the mattress in this travel cot was of much higher quality.

Although this cot doesn't have an all-in-one pop-up assembly, it's still easy to put up and down, so much so that some of our home tester parents didn’t need the instructions. “It was very easy to remove from the carry case and put the cot together.” said MFM home tester Sarah. “It was also easy to take apart and put back into the travel case. No fiddling or spare parts. The easiest baby item I have actually put together.”

The Airpod Travel Cot is suitable from birth, but it doesn't come with a bassinet, something that you might prefer for a newborn. Offering a good amount of room, the travel cot can also be used as a play pen, and offers a comfy night's sleep for babies and toddlers.

Pros : Easy to build and collapse, mesh design, good mattress Cons : No newborn bassinet, can’t be used as playpen

Available from: Amazon and Venture

3. Silver Cross Slumber 3-in-1, £150

– best multi-function travel cot.

Suitable from: birth (with newborn insert) to approx. 3 years (up to 9kg) | Travel cot weight: 7.65kg | Unfolded dimensions: 112 x 80 x 67cm| Newborn bassinet: Included

If you're looking for a multi-use travel cot that will grow with your child from birth, then the Silver Cross Slumber is a stylish design that offers 3-in-1 functionality in one portable package. Made of breathable mesh with a padded mattress included, the Slumber has three distinct uses as a bedside co-sleeper, travel cot and playpen.

Zip in the newborn insert to create a bedside crib suitable from birth until approximately 6 months old. The newborn insert sits at the top of the cot, meaning your baby will be at the height of your bed - although these is no option to drop the side in this mode as with some bedside cribs.

As your baby grows, you can use the Slumber as lightweight travel cot, using the same mattress. A waterproof carry case is included to allow for easy portability on the go. You can also use the Slumber as a secure play pen, and there's a zip-open door your toddler can crawl in and out when they are older.

At 7.65kg it’s a lightweight design that can be transported easily and stored away when not in use. The Slumber also has an easy fold function meaning it can pop up and fold down quickly. For eco-conscious parents, Slumber features quilted material crafted using a yarn made from recycled plastic bottles that would have otherwise been sent to landfill. It looks good too, with an attractive, minimalistic design. This is a useful product that will grow with your child and a stylish option from a trusted brand.

The Silver Cross Slumber is available in two different colourways, carbon and stone.

Pros: 3-in-1 functionality, lightweight, will grow with your child, sustainable fabric, stylish minimal design Cons: Additional functionality if you just need a single-use travel cot, not the smallest when assembled

Available from: John Lewis

4. Graco Contour Electra, £89.99

– best for added extras.

Suitable from: birth to 15kg | Travel cot weight: 10kg | Unfolded dimensions: H:91cm W:73cm D:104cm| Folded dimensions: H:85cm D:23cm | Newborn bassinet: Yes

If you're looking for a travel cot that will do double or even triple duty, this could be the product for you. The Graco Contour Electra comes bursting with added extras, including practical additions like a cot-top changing unit, and fun ones like the mobile and battery-operated unit that plays tunes and vibrates the cot.

MFM home tester Jessica said, “ The Graco Electra travel cot has proven to be a lovely cot for my 5 month old son. It folds up to an easily transportable, small travel bag and has lovely extras such as the hanging toy bar and night light which are well thought out."

There's a newborn bassinet that fastens in to keep tiny babies close, and the whole unit is on wheels so it can be moved easily. It's definitely not the lightest product on our list, but remove any accessories you're not using (such as the changer or bassinet) and this significantly reduces the weight to make it easier to move or carry.

Pros : Lots of accessories, good newborn bassinet Cons : Heavy, can be difficult to transport

Read our full MadeForMums Graco Contour Electra review

Available from: Smyths and Graco

5. Red Kite Sleeptight Travel Cot, £35

– best budget buy.

Suitable from: birth to 15kg (approx 3.5 years) | Travel cot weight: 8.7kg | Unfolded dimensions: L99cm x W59.5cm x H80.5cm| Folded dimensions: L27cm x W25cm x H80.5cm| Newborn bassinet: No | MFM Review Star Rating: 4.2 stars

The cheapest cot on our list, the Red Kite Sleeptight Travel Cot is a great choice if you're looking for an affordable but sturdy option. The mattress, as you'd expect, is quite thin, so if you do look to buy an additional one, take note of the dimensions and ensure anything you buy is the correct size. It must be a snug fit with no gaps around the edges.

Where this travel cot does excel is the ease of assembly. “Once you have pulled up the handle in the bottom and un-assembled the cot, it is very easy to fold shut and put into the carry-bag,” stated our MFM reviewer Jessica, who called it “hassle-free and very quick.” Travel cots of this type usually have an order in which each section has to be assembled (or taken down), so pay close attention to the instructions.

This cot's purse-friendly price point doesn’t mean you have to compromise on quality – you’ll find plenty of useful design features like a full padded top rail and mesh sides to provide visibility and air flow. Our MFM reviewer and parent testers also found it felt robust once built. One parent tester said, “It feels secure, with the side bars locking in place, and is sturdy enough to accommodate a lively toddler.”

Pros : Affordable, easy to assemble Cons : Mattress may need replacing

Read our full MadeForMums review of the Red Kite Sleeptight Travel Cot

Available from: Amazon and Halfords

6. Hauck Sleep'n Play Centre Travel Cot, £79.95

– best for versatile features.

Suitable from: birth to 15kg (approx 3.5 years) | Travel cot weight: 8.5kg | Unfolded dimensions: L125cm x W68.5cm x H82cm| Folded dimensions: L22cm x W21cm x H76.5cm | Newborn bassinet: Yes

The Hauck Sleep'n Play Centre Travel Cot has all the bells and whistles for under £100. This includes a changing mat that can stay attached but out of the way, high and low sleeping positions (reducing back strain), a zip-down side panel for a fun playpen adventure (crawl in – crawl out) and a fun design with pops of colour.

For ease of moving about, it also has two wheels when folded up that means you can pull it along like a suitcase – genius!

With an extremely impressive 4.5 stars out of over 7000 reviews on Amazon, it’s safe to say the German brand has come out on top. Customer reviews repeatedly mention good value and great quality. “It is quite heavy but that gives it the stability, we also purchased the extra mattress for when we need to use it for a bed,” said one parent review on Amazon. The heavier weight and insufficient mattress were echoed by other reviewers too.

Bargain hunters will be happy to hear that despite the £79.95 RRP, we’ve seen online deals for less than £60 - which would make this option a superb return on investment.

Pros : Changing table included, can wheel along when folded Cons : Needs an additional mattress

Available from: Boots , Amazon and Online4Baby

7. Cuggl Deluxe Superlight Travel Cot, £65

– best for occasional use.

Suitable from: birth to 15kg | Travel cot weight: 6kg | Unfolded dimensions: L85 cm x W56cm x H86m| Folded dimensions: L50cm x W61cm x H15cm| Newborn bassinet: No

Coming in at only 6kg, this is one of the lightest travel cots on our list, and also one of the most affordable. If you're looking for an all-rounder for occasional use during the first couple of years of your child's life, it's a good value option that performs well. It can be constructed in minutes and folds up to a suitcase size, although it's sadly not quite small enough to take as hand luggage on a plane.

The built-in mattress is 2.5cm deep, putting it on a par with most travel cot mattresses but perhaps not up there with the likes of the Bugaboo Stardust. Overall, the cot is smaller in size than some other options, but that means it folds up smaller too. The weight limit of 15kg means most toddlers will have grown out of it by about 2.5 years old. If you're looking for longevity beyond that, the Venture TravelPod and the Micralite Sleep 'n' Go have a slightly longer lifespan, but will cost you a little more.

Pros : Lightweight, folds up small, easy to assemble, affordable Cons : Mattress isn't the best, small footprint, low weight limit

Available from: Argos

8. Joie Kubbie Sleep Travel Cot, £99

– best for newborns.

Suitable from: Birth to 15kg | Travel cot weight: 8.79kg | Unfolded dimensions: L99cm x W59.5cm x H80.5cm| Folded dimensions: L 27 cm x W 25 cm x H 80.5cm | Newborn bassinet: Yes | MFM Review Star Rating: 3.8

For parents who want a travel cot from birth – perhaps to keep at a family member or caregiver's house – the Joie Kubbie Sleep combines the functionality of a travel cot with that of a bedside crib, with a drop-down side operated by a button that allows easier access to a newborn while in bassinet mode. It does sit quite high up so the exact functionality will differ depending on the type of bed you have, but in those early days when mum is healing it could be a lifesaver.

"One of the great features of the Joie Kubbie Sleep travel cot is that it can be used beside the bed once its straps are attached to the bed, and its side is dropped," said MFM reviewer Dominic, who tested this with his newborn daughter. He was also impressed with the durability, saying, "I’m really impressed with the quality of the build, despite the ‘sticky’ mechanics. Once assembled, it feels sturdy enough to last a number of years, which will be helpful for when our daughter can start using it as a playpen."

Once your baby is old enough, you simply put up the side, drop the mattress down to the base of the cot, and it becomes a generously-sized travel cot and playpen that'll last until the child weighs 15kg. The pull-and-click functionality takes a few minutes to master, and like others of this style there's an order you need to memorise in order to get it to go up and down smoothly, but Joie has a great instructional video to help .

Pros : Simple drop-side, grows with baby Cons : Not very lightweight, can be tricky to put up and down

Read our full MadeForMums Joie Kubbie travel cot review

Available from: Very and Argos

9. Red Kite Dreamer Bedside Travel Crib, £62

– best budget travel cot for co-sleeping.

Suitable from: birth (with bassinet) to 15kg | Travel cot weight: 7.6kg | Unfolded dimensions: L99cm x W57cm x H76cm| Folded dimensions: L27cm x W71cm x H26m| Newborn bassinet: Yes

Like the Joie Kubbie sleep, the Red Kite Dreamer offers the perfect travel option for families with newborns that use a bedside crib at home, as it has the same drop-side functionality built into a more portable travel cot. However, unlike the Joie Kubbie Sleep, which has a button-operated drop-side, this one is fastened with buckles, making it more suited to those who want to keep the cot fastened to their bed with the side dropped permanently down, for a safe way to cosleep with a newborn.

Once the baby is older, it becomes a travel cot that's almost a metre in length, offering lots of space for a growing toddler and a mattress that our parent testers really rated. "As travel cots go this is one of the comfiest mattresses I’ve seen. It feels nice and padded and had a solid firm base underneath to secure into the cot," said home tester Bridget, who tested this with her 4 month old.

Our testers did find the basinette insert for newborns a little flimsy, but fine given that's only used for the first few months before moving to the full travel cot. It's also lightweight to carry and one of the smaller folds on this list.

Pros : Permanent drop-side option, good mattress Cons : Flimsy newborn insert

Read our full MadeForMums Red Kite Dreamer beside travel cot review

Available from: Argos and Red Kite

10. Chicco Next2Me PopUp, £159.20

— best travel cot for versatile newborn co-sleeping.

Suitable from: birth to 6 months | Travel cot weight: 10.5kg | Unfolded dimensions: L97cm x W80cm x H82cm | Folded dimensions: L97cm x W84cm x H23m | Newborn bassinet: No | Awards: Silver – Travel Cot, MadeForMums Awards 2023

The PopUp is the latest offering from the Chicco Next2Me range and is a great option for parents who will be travelling with their young baby a lot in the first 6 months. The Red Kite Dreamer and Joie Kubbie Sleep also offer co-sleeping but, unlike these, the PopUp has a range of features that make it a really great choice for newborns.

We love that the crib has 6 adjustable heights to better help it align the barrier of the crib to the parents' mattress — this is particularly useful if you're travelling and staying in different places. Also, thanks to its foldable feet, it is suitable for use with beds with storage compartments. It also comes with straps that allow the crib to conveniently attach to different beds. It can be used as a standalone or bedside crib and transforms easily between both. It also has 2 wheels that make it easy to move from room to room around the house.

There is an ergonomically designed mattress included and the crib itself has mesh panelling on all 4 sides, providing great visibility and air ventilation as your baby sleeps.

MFM reviewer Helen who tested the Chicco Next2Me Pop Up with her 1-month-old son Alessio said, "The Pop Up works very well as a crib for the early months of a baby’s life, especially for people who will be travelling a lot with a young baby, because it is so easy to put up and down. It would certainly be a practical buy if you are going to be driving to stay away from home several times in the first 6 months of your baby’s life."

The crib has an impressively quick and easy 3-second fold that Helen thought was one of the standout features of the travel cot: "The ease of putting the cot up and down with the 3-second fold, and without the need to dissemble anything, is the main selling point and for good reason. It easily folds up into one piece and is easy to insert into the travel bag included." However, at 10kg, the PopUp (along with the Graco Contour Electa) is the heaviest option on our list and is quite bulky when folded. Whilst compact and able to fit under some beds while not in use, it does have a large footprint and therefore takes up quite a lot of car boot space and may not fit into the boot of smaller cars.

Pros: 6 height positions, quick and easy fold, mesh design Cons: Heavy, shorter life span than other options, can be difficult to transport

Read our full MadeForMums Chicco Next2Me Pop Up travel cot review

Available from: John Lewis , Amazon and Boots

11. BabyBjörn Travel Cot Light, £22o

– best for no upper weight limit.

Suitable from: 0-3 years | Travel cot weight: 6kg (including travel bag) | Unfolded dimensions: L112cm x W64cm x 82cm | Folded dimensions: L49cm x W60cm x H14cm | Newborn bassinet: No

This lightweight, easy-to-use travel cot impressed our parent tester for a number of reasons – as you'd expect for one of the most expensive option on our list.

The brand known for stylish baby products won't disappoint parents on the go, with a sleek silhouette, premium-feeling fabrics and excellent functionality. It's impressively easy to set up and fold down – a true highlight compared to trickier styles such as the Joie Kubbie Sleep. Simply pull out each leg, click it into place on the top frame, then place the mattress inside and secure with poppers.

MFM Consumer and Reviews Editor Christy commented: "It's so easy to set up, which is really useful if you forget how between holidays, or are asking a grandparent to help. I had no worries about sleepily packing it up at the airport hotel before we took a flight."

The mattress is extra thick, an essential luxury as the base rests on the floor. This design means there's no weight limit, a real plus point for parents with heavier-than-average toddler.

Christy, who tested the cot with her tall 2 year old, says: "I loved the fact that the BabyBjorn has no weight limit. With a heavy toddler who is not ready for a bed, it's perfect. He slept very well, even though we tested it on a hard tiled floor."

The cleverly designed shape, with the sides inclining towards the top, also makes it harder for little ones to climb out of, and the mesh walls give great visibility from any angle.

The cot folds up into a flat rectangle shape, stored in a carry bag. Christy adds: "We took it as hold luggage out our TUI flight, and could even have fitted it inside our large family suitcase to avoid dropping it off at the 'oversized luggage' desk."

Pros: Lightweight, no upper weight limit, easy to set up, premium feel, extra thick mattress, comes with a carry bag Cons: One of the most expensive option

Available from: John Lewis and BabyBjörn

12. Tutti Bambini CoZee Go 3-in-1 Bassinet, Travel Cot & Playpen, £129

— best stylish travel cot.

Suitable from: Birth (with bassinet) to 3 years | Travel cot weight: 6.5kg | Unfolded dimensions: L133cm x W98cm x H65cm | Folded dimensions: L72cm x W62cm x H14cm | Newborn bassinet: Yes | Awards: Bronze – Travel Cot, MadeForMums Awards 2023

Suitable from birth and adapting to a toddler travel cot and playpen, this Scandi-style cot impressed our testers with its appealing, stylish design and ease of use.

It's a breeze to initially put together and then fold away and, at 6.5kg, it is one of the more lightweight options on our list. It's suitable from birth with the included newborn bassinet and foldable mattress. As your baby gets older, the mattress can be unfolded to be used as a floor-level travel cot. Then you can zip open the mesh window and you've turned it into a playpen.

The mesh fabric all around the cot provides great visibility and airflow and, available separately, is the Day & Night Shade which can help your baby switch off and sleep in bright or unfamiliar places. We also love that there is a carry case included for storage or travelling. It's not the most compact travel cot when it's assembled and is still quite large when it's folded — it's wide and square, which may be awkward to transport in smaller car boots. Our testers also found that fitting everything in the carry case and zipping it back up again could be difficult.

Parent tester Cali, who tested the CoZee Go with her 13-month-old son Teddy, really loved the style and quality of the travel cot: "There are cheaper travel cot and playpen options out there but they don't look as stylish or high quality. I absolutely love the minimalist look, it's stylish and neutral. All of the materials feel extremely good quality — this is definitely one of the comfier travel cots that we've used."

Cali also praised its different elements, "The CoZee Go makes a great playpen, the zip opening was especially good for giving my son the freedom to come and go as he pleases. As a travel cot, its a really good size so should last well into toddlerhood."

Parent tester Claire, who tested this with her 3-month-old son Zach also praised the design of the cot, "It is a high-end, stylish travel cot that’s built to last and worth its price tag. It also packs up compactly for ease of transport and has a very comfortable mattress that I think little ones will sleep well in."

Pros: Stylish, multi-functional, premium feel, quick to put together, mattress included Cons: Quite large, can be difficult to transport, pricey

Available from: Kiddies Kingdom , Natural Baby Shower and Tutti Bambini

How did we choose our 12 of the Best?

When testing travel cots, we considered size and weight limits, mattress quality, effectiveness, ease of build/fold, ease of transportation, any extra features or additions, and value the money.

Our 10 of the Best lists are compiled by qualified and experienced parenting journalists. They rely on a number of sources, including our independent reviews, testing undertaken during the MadeForMums Awards, and feedback from our home testing panel and Top Testers Club. Each year thousands of products are put through their paces by hundreds of parents across the country on behalf of MadeForMums, to ensure we’re bringing you honest and true reviews and recommendations.

Our list is not an ordered ranking from 1-10, instead it is a carefully selected group of tried-and-tested products, each ofwhich we believe is  best for  a different situation or requirement. We don’t just tell you what is best, we help you discover what is best for  your family .

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Whether used at home, at the grandparents' or as a playpen, a travel cot can be a familiar place for your baby to sleep, wherever they are. After rigorous research and testing, we reveal the best travel cots to buy in 2024.

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While you may have dedicated a lot of time to finding the best crib , moses basket or cot bed for your child, we tend to give less thought to which travel cot to buy. But getting the best sleep possible is just as important while you're away from home, so we've put some of the best travel cots on the market through their paces.

While they're mainly used for overnight stays at a grandparent's house, or longer holidays, travel cots can also be used instead of a traditional crib or playpen for both babies and toddlers. They are portable, easy to carry, fit in your car boot and should be fairly lightweight too. Pack your travel cot along with a baby monitor and your little one's best baby blanket and you're good to go.

Our parent tester, Ruth, and her 18-month-old put some of the UK's top-rated travel cots through their paces. We also turned to the Mumsnet forums - home of the UK's largest network of parents - to seek out authentic recommendations and honest reviews of the travel cots they'd used with their own children. Referring to expert review sites for extra information, we collated all the information to bring you our top picks, of the best travel cots 2024.

The best travel cots 2024: editor's picks

Joie kubbie Bassinet Travel Cot

Red Kite Travel Cot

Graco FoldLite LX Travel Cot

Joie kubbie™ sleep travel cot.

Lift and lower side panel means baby can be picked up and placed down without hassle

Compact frame that packs down into a travel bag

Mesh panels on all four sides

Padded top rail

Too small to be used as a playpen

Material isn't machine-washable

Price on writing: From £100 | Suitable from: Birth to three years (15kg) | Weight: 8.79kg

Tested by MNHQ: Read our full Joie kubbie™ Sleep review

The Joie kubbie™ Sleep is a real steal and a brilliant choice for new parents who want something that covers all bases - that's why we've named it our best travel cot overall for 2024. Versatile in style and cocoon-like in the way it nurtures and grows with newborns, the kubbie™ Sleep also comes with a bassinet that can easily be attached and detached.

A unique feature of the kubbie™ Sleep that our tester was impressed by is that when your baby is in the bassinet, you can tuck the cot close to your bed and adjust the height of the crib so that it acts like a co-sleeper. It's a lovely feature if you're travelling with a tiny baby, it provides extra peace of mind and easy access for changing and breastfeeding .

Great for parents who

Have a newborn

Like the idea of a co-sleeper and want to keep their baby close during the night

Want a cot that can last up to three years old

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Red Kite Sleeptight Travel Cot

Lightweight and folds down compactly into a travel bag

Quick to assemble and fold away

Easy to clean

Mesh sides make it easy to see baby

The mattress is thinner than some other baby travel cot mattresses on the market, such as the Joie kubbie™ Sleep

Doesn't have wheels

Price on writing: £35 | Suitable from: Birth to three years (or able to climb out) | Weight: 7kg

Tried and tested by Mumsnet : Read our full Red Kite Sleeptight Travel Cot review .

Robust and simple in design, the Red Kite Sleeptight Travel Cot is a basic, practical travel cot that you'll be glad to have for the odd night away from home with your little one. With breathable mesh on four sides, a carry bag and padding over the poles and edges, it's got everything you need for a safe night's sleep - or a handy play pen.

Mumsnetters say the mattress could be thicker and better quality, which is often the case with cheaper travel cots. If you're looking for a separate mattress, this one from Mother Nurture fits the Red Kite perfectly and folds up for extra practicality while on-the-go.

Need a bed for short trips or as a secondary for the grandparents' house

Are on a tight budget

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Lightweight and easy to fold up and down

Collapses to just 26 cm wide

Comes with a removable infant bassinet

2 wheels for easy manoeuvring

The mattress could be thicker

Price on writing: £80 | Suitable from: Birth to three years (or able to climb out) | Weight: 6.78 kg

With two ways to fold, the Graco FoldLite LX is a brilliant cot for frequent use. The quick fold is designed for speed, while 'Home Fold' is ultra-thin at just 26cm wide - perfect for storing away at home.

We love the two-wheel design that makes the cot easy to drag around, and it's not bad to look at either. The base is one of the lowest to the ground on our list, making it a good option for using as a playpen. It also comes with a removable infant bassinet for smaller babies.

Graco are well-loved by Mumsnetters thanks to their good-quality, affordable baby gear, and this travel cot is no exception.

Want a cot that can be put up and down frequently without too much hassle

Have limited space for storage

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LittleLife Arc 2

Insect-proof mesh for hot weather and the outdoors

Has a front panel with a safety toggle that can be zipped open or closed, making it a great option to use as an outdoor playpen

Colour-coded poles make assembly simple

Lightweight option

Thin mattress

Sunshade must be bought separately

Price on writing: £110 | Suitable from: Birth to three years (15kg), but we'd recommend it for toddlers | Weight: 2.5kg

Tested by MNHQ: Read our full LittleLife Arc 2 review

The LittleLife Arc 2 is extremely lightweight (practically featherweight, really, at just 2.5kg), is designed just like a tent and can be folded down compactly to fit into a backpack, which comes with it. This makes it perfect for use on public transport, holidays and camping.

It works just as well outdoors as it does indoors and is great for those grab-and-go moments. Our tester really liked its tent-like design - close to the floor means there's no risk of kids falling out and the cosier sleeping space makes it ideal for younger babies. She was also impressed by the mosquito net - perfect for travel wherever you're headed.

Use public transport when travelling

Want something that could double up as a playpen

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BabyBjörn Travel Cot Light

Durable construction

Very comfy mattress

Mattress and fabric is removable and machine-washable

Mattress is fairly close to the floor – one side can be unzipped for easy access though

It’s one of the more expensive cots around

Price on writing: £220 | Suitable from: Birth to three years | Weight: 6kg (including carry bag)

Tested by MNHQ: Read our full BabyBjorn Light review

If you have a little extra to spend, then the luxury and comfort of BabyBjörn's Light will make sleepovers fuss-free no matter where you go. Our tester found it sturdy, simple to set-up and really easy to transport. The mattress is considerably more comfy than those you'll find in cheaper travel cots, and all the fabric parts are removable and machine washable.

The main drawback is the price tag, but if you have the means, then this cot won't let you down.

Need a small portable crib that can be taken on short or long trips

Want to invest in a travel bed that can stand heavy use

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Joie Commuter Change

Two wheels make this cot easy to move around

Easy to fold and unfold

Bassinet and changing unit don’t fit into carry bag

Side of the cot can’t be pulled down like the new Joie kubbie™ Sleep

Price on writing: £100 | Suitable from: Birth to 15kg | Weight: 12.3kg

Tested by MNHQ: Read our full Joie Commuter Change review

Winner of the Mumsnet Best Travel Cot 2018 award, the Joie Commuter Change didn’t quite make our top five this year, but it’s still a great product and definitely worth considering.

Our tester loved all the added extras that come with the Commuter Change. Not only is there a full-size bassinet, which will save your back when reaching down to your child, but the cot also comes with a changing table which handily clips onto the top.

Read next: The best cot mattresses for a safe night's sleep

Bugaboo Stardust

Great quality mattress

Takes just one second to unfold and three seconds to fold

Can be folded with the mattress left in

Carrycot insert for newborns

On the expensive side

Only suitable up to 2 years

Price on writing: £225 | Suitable from: Birth to two years | Weight: 6.7kg

For those considering a travel cot to use from birth, the Bugaboo Stardust is a great option. It comes with a carrycot insert which means the cot can be used as a bedside crib - perfect for co-sleeping away from home.

It has a height-adjustable mattress and an incredibly easy fold up and down. When folded up, the travel cot is nice and slim, making for easy storage. The mattress is great quality and thicker than the others on our list. At just over £200, it's on the premium end of the spectrum, and the manufacturer recommends only using it up to 2 years, so it doesn't have quite the longevity of most other travel cots, which generally can be used until the age of three.

Want to co-sleep safely away from home

Are expecting to use the cot frequently for sleeping

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Travel cots: our pick of the best of the rest

Sturdy but pricey.

We have the Nuna Sena and its amazing, the most hassle-free assembling I've seen having watched BIL trying to get his cheap and cheerful one up! You just push the ring in the middle. It looks great and my kids have both slept great in it when we're away. Also sturdy enough to double as a temporary living room playpen for a while too! Has definitely been one of my highly recommended baby items.

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Nuna Sena Aire

Best travel cot for use as a playpen

Quite a while ago now we bought a BabyDan one from John Lewis which is the same dimensions as a standard cot (not cot bed). Extra handy as we could also use the actual cot mattress in it for extra comfort if we had space in the car, or latterly when we had got rid of the cot but had friends or relatives to stay

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BabyDan Travel Cot

Best travel cot for air travel

I've been to many different countries on different planes, trains and automobiles and the Phil & Teds is the only one which works across various check in requirements and ages of children ...100% [would recommend] the P&T one if you actually intend travelling with it, as opposed to staying at Granny's place every now and again.

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Phil & Teds Traveller Travel Crib

What age is a travel cot for?

This type of cot is usually used from the newborn stage up until toddlerhood – or until the little wriggler can climb out by themselves.

Do I actually need a one?

The short answer is: no, not necessarily, but that depends entirely on your lifestyle.

Portable beds can be expensive and can take up unnecessary space in an otherwise baby-filled home, so if you think you'll only get use out of one for two weeks of the year, then you could probably do without.

If you already have a co-sleeper, Moses basket or carrycot that you use with a travel system , you might be able to use that when you're away from home with a smaller baby.

If, however, you tend to travel often or think your little one will have regular sleepovers with the grandparents, then a travel cot is a great solution.

It'll not only be easier to cart around, but it'll offer a familiar and comforting environment for your child no matter where they rest their head.

Are travel cots safe?

Safety is crucial when buying a travel bed for your little one so, while all products should have some sort of testing certification, be sure to check the safety features out yourself.

If you plan to buy in-store, ask to see it being assembled

Check how sturdy it is – could it withstand being knocked into?

Look for safety locks on wheels if there are any – can they also be tucked away when not in use?

Choking hazards are also something to look out for so make sure that small parts, like zips, are well covered

Check for sharp corners and padded rails

Assess whether your child would be able to climb out easily – check that the side panels are high enough

Safe sleeping and travel cot mattresses

The Lullaby Trust says that all cots need to comply with British Standards Institution (BSI) safety standards regardless of how old they are. If there is no safety standard number visible then you shouldn't buy it.

When it comes to safe sleeping, they also insist that the bed's original mattress needs to be firm, entirely flat and waterproof with no soft or cushioned areas, particularly around the baby's head. Babies should be placed on their backs with their feet at the foot of the cot.

Soft mattresses are known to increase the risk of SIDS as they make it harder for babies to lose body heat, which can cause them to become too hot.

Sleep positioners and pillows must not be used and there should also be no loose or bulky bedding inside the crib as this can cause a baby to overheat.

Even if the mattress feels thin, don't be tempted to place folded blankets underneath your child. Go for a baby sleeping bag or a well-fitted swaddle instead.

The Lullaby Trust also advise that portable cribs aren’t placed against radiators and remain out of reach of blind cords.

How much does a travel cot cost?

Prices range from £20 to over £200, and your budget will probably depend entirely on how much you think you'll use it.

As with anything, the most expensive option won't necessarily be best suited to you and your child. Some cheaper models may do just the trick and will last well into the toddler years too.

Can I buy one secondhand?

Yes, you can, but make sure you always follow the manufacturer's instructions before using.

Make sure it isn’t damaged or broken, that the frame is intact and that there aren’t any sharp edges that could cause injury. If possible, ask to assemble and fold it down before you buy to check it works as it should.

Secondhand travel cots can go from anywhere between £10 and £80.

Other things to consider when buying a travel cot

1. portability.

Check the size and weight. Can it be folded down compactly? Is it likely to fit into the boot of your car?

If you tend to travel by public transport, you'll want a bed that's lightweight and easy to carry. For planes, some small cots may even be able to fit into an overhead locker.

2. Assembly and storage

By nature, travel beds are usually easy to put up and fold down. Pop-ups are, of course, the easiest, but check to see if your chosen product is quick to assemble, fold and pack away.

When it comes to storage, the amount of space you have at home will influence your decision.

Some models have mattresses that fold with the frame before they go into a bag, and most will fit into the back of a cupboard or under a bed when stored away.

3. How to clean

Babies create mess – and a lot of it too. Look for a removable mattress that comes with a fitted sheet, which you will be able to stick in the washing machine.

Some cots have removable side panels, but if they don’t then you can always wipe them clean with warm water.

4. Extra features

Many larger models double up as a playpen which is great for keeping your child safe at all times no matter where they are. Some even come with changing tables, mobiles and bassinets for newborns.

You’ll find that the added extras will usually need to be carried separately once the frame is folded down. Brands that offer attachments like these include Joie (the Joie Commuter Change won Mumsnet Best Travel Cot 2018), BabyBjorn and Graco.

Some, like the Arc 2, also come with added extras like built-in mosquito nets for camping.

What's the best travel cot to buy?

The Joie kubbie Sleep is the best travel cot to buy in 2024. Mumsnetters love that it doubles as a co-sleeper, making it a versatile, useful and great value buy. The compact design makes it easy to transport and set up, while the bedside feature allows for easy access to your baby during the night. Overall, the Joie Baby Kubbie Sleep Bedside Travel Cot is a great choice for parents looking for a safe and comfortable sleep solution for their little one.

How we tested and why you should trust us

For continuity, we try to get one tester to test all the products in a single category. This reduces any potential variables during the testing process and ensures that our results are based on like-for-like comparisons. After approximately 24 hours of research, our tester, Ruth, produced a shortlist of 14 cots to put to the test. The list included the most highly recommended cots by Mumsnet users and other review sites, plus a wide range of designs and price tags, from nifty pop-ups to more studier models akin to traditional cribs.

Each product was tested in rooms with both carpet and laminate flooring, then scored on six key areas:

Safety and stability

Comfort and day-to-day use, cleanliness, value for money.

Five products were then awarded a Mumsnet Best badge – these are the products that we feel offer the absolute best value for most parents. We also gave honourable mentions to four others.

Ruth scored each product based on each criteria below, with the highest scoring coming out on top as the overall winner. Honourable mentions were then given to nine other top-performing beds.

We looked at a number of factors including:

Durability and materials – how well was each product made and finished?

Safety features – did the product have padded rails, lockable wheels, mesh ventilation, firm bedding, a locking system etc? And could a baby's fingers become trapped? Ruth studied everything from the frame to the mattress

Choking hazards – were there any parts that could come loose?

Sturdiness – she walked into it, knocked it against furniture and dropped it when assembled and packed away. Could each cot withstand the weight of both an adult and child if accidentally fallen into?

Safety standards – she also looked for the appropriate safety labels

Height of side panels – could a child climb out easily?

Assembly and folding

How straightforward was it to assemble and fold?

Were written or visual instructions clear and precise? Could the instructions also be accessed online and were there video tutorials to guide you through?

Each cot was assembled and taken down 20 times – this was also timed to see how long it would take

We also wanted to see which products might cause difficulty for people with mobility issues and which were the easiest to assemble and take down

Ruth also considered how easy it would be to access spare parts and whether each cot came with a warranty

Ruth looked at how much space the cot took up in a room – did it slot in easily, and was it more suited to indoors or outdoors?

Could it be moved around easily, particularly through doorways, from one room to another, and up and down the stairs? Did it have to be folded in order to do so?

How easy was it to place the child inside? Could the side panels be lowered?

When inside, was the little one comfy? Did they like it and was there enough room to sleep and to play?

Was it heavy to carry and did it fit comfortably in the boot of an average-sized family car? Could it be taken on public transport easily?

Ruth analysed looks, including colours, fabrics and overall design

Did the bed fit in with the décor? Was the design attractive and user-friendly?

Were there different colours to choose from?

The likes of mud, sand, peanut butter, milk and orange juice were smeared and spilled onto the interior and exterior to see how easy stains were to remove

Ruth also checked for removable bedding that could easily be thrown into the washing machine

We tested products with a variety of price tags and compared the more expensive models to those that were cheaper

If pricey, was it worth the price tag?

And were there any extras included to make the investment more justified?

How real-life comparative testing makes Mumsnet Reviews unique

We commissioned Ruth Lumley to write about and test a variety of toddler and baby travel cots. Ruth is a journalist who has used a number of baby beds with her three young children – from the newborn stage right through to toddlerhood and while holidaying abroad and visiting relatives in the UK.

During the research process, she looked at the types of products available, scoured the Mumsnet forums for recommendations and spoke to baby sleep experts from The Lullaby Trust , an organisation that provides advice on safer sleep for babies.Ruth tried out each bed with her youngest child, who was 18 months old at the time of testing. She tested each for at least three nights, both at home and at the grandparents' house, which meant that all the models were subject to the same environmental factors and held a child of the same age and weight.

About the author

Poppy O'Neill is a Content Editor at Mumsnet and a mother of two. She's been researching and reviewing baby and child products for 2 years, with a particular focus on baby essentials, toys and books for toddlers and outdoor play equipment. From potties to paddling pools and bunk beds to bedtime stories, she loves to deep-dive into research and find the best products out there.

Poppy is also an award-winning, best-selling children's and parenting author of books such as Don't Worry, Be Happy , The Extraordinary Book That Makes You Feel Happy  and Mother Power . She specialises in children's mental health and her books are used by therapists, teachers and SENCOs across the UK. She won a The Week Junior Book Award in 2023, her books have been translated into several languages and she's been featured in The Guardian, The Sunday Times and The Sun.

After earning a BA in Creative Writing from the University of Leeds and a PGCert in Fashion and Lifestyle Journalism from University of the Arts London, she worked in fashion for most of her 20s. When her children were young, she undertook an MA in Creative Writing from the University of Chichester and re-trained as an author and freelance writer.

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The Arc 2 Travel Cot packs away into a 2.5kg, easy to carry rucksack. This lightweight travel cot can be put up in moments, with it's colour-coded poles, for a solid night’s sleep on a comfortable foam mattress. The cot complies with British Safety Standards and is suitable for babies and children with see through mesh panels.

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Caravanning With Baby - Any Tips ?

By Nobby Cockburn , February 7, 2012 in Top Tips

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For this season we will be accompanied by my 4 year old son (he loves it) and a baby born on 19 January. She's bottle fed, so it will be easier to use EHU and the microwave steriliser, but we can't find a solution to sleeping arrangements.

She's quite long and nearly fills her Moses basket already. Travel cots seem too bulky to fit in the van (and leave room for us), so does anyone know of a large moses basket or a small travel cot that might be suitable!

Any other tips would be welcome too.

The van is a four berth with two "bed areas" - not bunks

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i'll be following this thread with interest as we are in a identical position with 20 month old and a 6 month old children. our van has bunks the the eldest will be in the bottom bunk but we are not sure what to do about the youngest who will be 8 months old when we go caravaning.

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She is now 22 years old.

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Will a travel cot not sit on the one bed base without the cushion

We had the same issue last year with our 6 month old daughter. After a lot of searching we purchased the following -

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This fits on the bottom bunk, however as it's slightly bigger & is flexible it can easily be wedged in.

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Our eldest is now 2 and for her first years caravaning we used a travel cot at the back of the van ( on the bed without cushions) also meant we could close the area off for her .

Last year she was on the same bed but instead of the travel cot she was on a childs airbed which had inflatable sides. This year we have a new addition due on 4 May, so our caravaning season will be starting a little later than usual, July is our planned first time out but we have swapped the van for one with twin fixed single beds hoping that this year little one will be in her mosses basket but big sister was too big for her mosses within weeks at a birth weight of 10. 5pounds so may have to rethink this also and her big sister will be on the other bed.

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When ours was a baby he used to go on the side bed and we got a side guard that went under the cushions and stuck up to prevent falling out.

Also found a small sleeping bag that had shoulder straps to keep in place. Google Grobag baby sleeping bag.

hes now 6' 2" & 16 and hangs over the bed when he can be bothered to come with us!!!

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A think the type of layout in your Van will determine the best option. We were fortunate to have a Compass Omega when Wee Smeesh went on his first trip. Think he was round- a- bout 3 to 4 months old. The Omega had a Dinette which as you know turns into a single or bunk bed configuration. When we took the table away the travel Cot fitted snugly between the chairs. Result. Don't know how we would cope now with a fixed double bed but to be honest never went away much until the Wee man was 18 months old and it was Bedlam !!! :wacko:

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Those pop up cots are ideal or graco petite is a small travel cot £30 off in argos at the moment have a look at those, they are worth having even to use as a playpen when the oven is on or when you're trying to put up the awning to keep the little one safe.

Oh and yes last year we slept with one of ours in the bed, hubby woke up every morning wrapped around the chest of drawers and I slept hanging out of bed while the little one star fished across the whole bed

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Later I had to make a bed guard to stop her falling out of the bed, as the shop bought type looked liked they would throttle her if she did.

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we bought a childs blow up bed which had high sides and put our boy on the bed with us

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The Graco Petite was the smallest suitable one we could find last year. We used this in a bailey ranger on the single side dinette bed but have now changed to the provence. I got some thin board from B&Q and cut this into a sheet to fit over the wooden slates. ....thus giving a solid base. The end bedroom is big enough to put a full size travel cot either side and then these can be used as children single beds until they get to tall (should last till they are 7(ish)). The benefit of an end bedroom layout is you can close the parition and sit at the other end to watch TV once they are asleep. We just found the side dinette in the ranger didn't work for us as when the baby was asleep we were relegated to the Awning! We also got a blow up baby bath from amazon which is great if you don't have good site facilities and used this in the awning.

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We have a double bed at the back. Baby slept with her older sister (3). Put cushions around the bits where she may bump her head and put her in a gro-bag.

Worked well, and being near someone she knew settled her nicely.

I think every 'van will have a solution, but it will differ depending on your van.

Kids are now 2 and 4, and still sleep in same bed.

Ours is a 5 berth, so once they get a bit bigger we can make up the 5th bed which is a bunk

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When our youngest was born (he's now 7) we had an old Sprite Alpine that had the dinette / double bed at the front so we used that, eldest didn't always come and when he did him and middle son top and tailed on the bottom bunk as they were small enough and the youngest slept on the hammock type top bunk as he was light enough. We put a cushion at the back so he couldn't bump into the wall and one at the front so he couldn't roll out although he was newborn so not much chance of that. He always slept sound at the caravan.

When he got older and more "wriggly" which wasn't long again he'd top and tail with the middle son and we had one of the bed guards mentioned above that tucked under the cushion. If the eldest did come one of the eldest two would sleep on the floor with a matress and sleeping bag!

We were seasonal ahd had a non EHU pitch so gas only and sterilised bottles with boiled kettle water and again as said, the basin was a bath!

Buggy was kept in the awning. We did think about bringing it in and letting him sleep in that as we always took the lightweight one but you could lie it flat too but then I worried he might get uncomfy.

Now the eldest and middle 13 & 10 now have slept in the awning as has the youngest occassionally or the eldest two in a small tent outside (when they're brave enough).

My current caravan had a bunk bed fitted but also had a bit damp in the corner. I'm wary of bunk beds in caravans as it is, just my paranoia!! but repaired the damp and put the bunk back up as the kids wanted to keep it. It was solid enough but I was still wary, then the youngest two chickened out and no one wanted to sleep in it so I said ***** it and removed it. Now back to the old "one in the bed, one on floor" as there's no room to top and tail however in the better weather if any of them brave it they might use the tent again.

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• 3 weeks later...

We have a 15month old and when we started going away last year we used a normal cot side for a childs bed to stop our son from falling out of bed. We also put a couple of extra cushions at the bottom of his bed to keep him in. Check the small print of cot sides to determine if they are suitable for divans or slatted beds. Ours is for both and works a treat. Hinge for collapsing is few inches up from the base so doesnt interfere with lip of caravan seat/bed. Only problem we have now is he is more active and I have been looking online for some sort of protection from the side of the caravan. I came across a website called toddleoff today and they sell foam bumpers which look fab. They were in the camping section. Plan to order one later. Also got a fab portable booster/mini high chair from mothercare today for £19. 99 which folds down and has its own storage bag. Great for caravan - can pop it away after meals. It had 5 point harness and detachable tray. Also high back on it not just a glorified bumbo. Hope this helps!

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• 1 year later...

Smileawhile59

Kiddiecare. com do a small space saver cot which fits nicely into a room of willer by Granada . we purchased one and how we put this in was to push the single together and this leaves plenty space for the cot and its not to cramped

Our first caravan experience as a family was when our youngest son was three months old. His big sister is almost three years older and we had held off for the first years of her life thinking it would be too difficult, and what a mistake. We bought a bed guard as someone mentioned above and he was put into a baby sleeping bag that was exactly the same as he used in his cot at home.

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When ours was a baby he used to go on the side bed and we got a side guard that went under the cushions and stuck up to prevent falling out. Also found a small sleeping bag that had shoulder straps to keep in place. Google Grobag baby sleeping bag.   hes now 6' 2" & 16 and hangs over the bed when he can be bothered to come with us!!!

This is exactly what we are doing right now.

No issues whatsoever, and to doubley sure, got one of those sleep sensor mats so will know within a moment if baby has rolled over too far, etc etc. ....

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Oldsnowdrop

Kennels, that's what you need, either boarding kennels until little one is big enough to help set up the caravan, or you can get a large cage type kennel from Jolleyes it will fit in the awning nicely. Boarding kennels will do training as well, for retrieving things like the remote or obedience training.

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When our son was younger and we used borrowed my parents van. ....we used to sleep on each seat, pull out the slats and he used to sleep on his cot mattress on the slats. Very comfortable and cosy. ............

Lunarcamper

We used to use a product called a safe-t-sleep sleep wrap which attaches round a matress and the secures the bany to any bed.

V good, can also put a safety pin in it to stop bigger kids opening it up.

http://www. safetsleep. com/

We used it with out little girl until she was about 3.

Worth a look.

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Our little one (11 months) gets the whole double fixed bed to herself (we have to make up the front double)! Wasn't what we planned when we bought the van, but the bed guard (cage) fits nicely across the gap between bulkhead and bathroom wall (wouldn't work on an island bed). From 3 - 5 months, we all slept together.

Apart from having to be fairly quiet after she has gone to sleep, it works well and is easier than the tent with the little one.

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Ticket prices for the Trans-Siberian Railway also depend on the current ruble exchange rate.

Is the Trans-Siberian Railway expensive?

Before starting on your Trans-Siberian Railway adventure you naturally want to know what the entire trip will cost. Although this sounds like a simple question, it is pretty difficult to answer. The Trans-Siberian Railway price of travel depends on the following factors:

• Which travel class do I want to use? The price for a first class ticket is about three times the price of a 3rd class ticket
• Am I willing to buy the tickets myself and assume responsibility for the organisation of the trip?
• How many stopovers do I want to make? The more breaks, the higher the total price.
• What sort of accommodation do I want? Will it be a luxury hotel or will a hostel dormitory be sufficient?
• What tours and excursions would I like to go on?
• What is the current exchange rate for rubles?

Basically, everything from a luxury to a budget holiday is available. If you buy yourself a 3rd Class nonstop ticket at the counter, a few hundred Euros will cover the price. All you will experience is a week on the Trans-Siberian train and will see nothing of the cities on the way. There is, however, any amount of room for upward expansion. Everyone makes different choices about which aspects they are willing to spend money on. I personally prefer to save money on accommodation and railcar class, visit as many cities and do as many trips as possible. To enable better classification of your travel expenses I have contrasted two typical traveler types. In the third column you can calculate the total cost of your own journey on the Trans-Siberian Railway. Please keep in mind that these are only rough estimations and not exact prices.

The all-in costs seem fairly high at first. However, they cover everything and it is quite a long journey taking four weeks. Many people forget to consider that when looking at the list. We should also deduct the running costs for food and leisure at home. I think most visitors to this page will classify themselves somewhere between the two categories, that is around the € 2,000 – € 2,500 range. When comparing these prices with other travel packages, you get the impression that it is hardly worthwhile travelling individually on the Trans-Siberian Railway. Please keep in mind that most packages last no more than 14 days and you are herded like cattle through the most beautiful locations.

If you spend less time on the Trans-Siberian Railway you will, of course, pay less. I chose this particular travel length because I prefer not to do things by halves. If you fulfill your dream of travelling on the Trans-Siberian Railway, enjoy it and don’t rush things. But it’s up to you, of course. Try playing around with the form a bit to find the appropriate price for your trip.

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