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How To Put Up A Travel Cot Like A Pro – Pro Guide

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  • April 21, 2022

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Going somewhere with your baby? Well deserved if you ask us, given the past 9 months you’ve just endured!

And by no means are we trying to deter you from your safe travels with your little one, but tending to the baby’s needs such as their eating, sleeping and changing diapers while on a trip can be quite challenging for the first time.

So, we’re here to help by answering your questions about baby travel cots. Questions like what a travel cot is, how to put up a travel cot, and how to fold a travel cot. Get these bits done right, and you’ll be set for a full and restful night’s sleep for both baby and you.

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Unavoidably, you might find yourself stressing over the essentials to bring and how to cater to their needs. Little things can pile on the stress, such as baby food packs, bottle sterilization, extra supplies and the all-important necessities for a good nights night’s sleep.

Babies spend most of their time sleeping, so a good quality sleep should be one of your main priorities here. How do we achieve this seemingly simple task? You got it – a good travel cot

As we all know, whenever babies feel discomfort or dissatisfaction, they can cry a lot. And let’s face it, no parent wants a screeching baby the whole holiday (can you imagine…)

Luckily, there are lightweight, portable travel cots available that can help solve the whole sleeping conundrum for your little one, which in turn will lead to a happier baby, where everyone can enjoy the baby’s laughter instead of the tears.

Sounds good right? Pull up a seat and let’s get to it.

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What is a travel cot?

The travel cot is a product made for babies to sleep in and parents usually call it sent from heaven as it is very convenient to use. There are different kinds of travel cots to choose from depending on the level of need. And these are a standard travel cot, a pop-up travel cot and a bassinet travel cot. A standard travel cot has a collapsible frame and removable mattress.

It can be also be used as a playpen and suitable for babies and toddlers. And the pop-up travel cot is the smaller one that instantly pops up into a bed and can be folded for easy carriage. It is best for smaller and lighter babies. Lastly, the bassinet travel cot is like the two other kinds but much smaller and softer, which is best for newborn babies.

If you’ve chosen the standard travel cot, the next question is, how to set up the travel cot? It’s just quick and easy. Whether you are familiar with it, heard about it or are just a beginner and don’t know where to start. We’ll cover a step by step guide on how to put up a travel cot, how to fold a travel cot, as well as how to put it back down again.

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How to put up a travel cot

Let’s get started. Firstly, let’s get the travel cot out of the bag. Now, considering the wide range of different models here, you may need to slightly adapt the below to your own. Every travel cot will come with a set of safety instructions, so please make sure you follow these, too.

But, as I know from experience, not every set of instructions comes as easy to follow as you’d hoped for. So our instructions for how to put up a travel cot might just save the day;

  • Place it on a flat surface – Firmly place it on the floor. Making sure that it’s a flat surface makes it be easier for you to set it up. Hold and gather all the four-leg corners in the middle. To know that you get it right, you can see the circle with a pull cord in the middle.
  • Open the top – By using both of your hands, spread the four-leg corners simultaneously, pushing them towards their direction and exposing the circle in the middle of the cot.
  • Pull up the sides – All at once, pull up the sides. Do the opposite sides together. The longer sides first and then the shorter sides. Make sure that they clicked in.
  • Push the circle down in the middle – By using your palm, push the circle down and flatten the surface. You’ll be able to see where you put the mattress cot, covering the circle in the middle. After that, you’re done!

Now pat yourself on the back for a task well accomplished!

Err, so how do we get this thing back down again…

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How to put down a travel cot

  • Pull the circle up in the middle – After removing the mattress cot off the bedding, you’ll see the circle in the middle with a pull cord. Pull it up. Make sure to hold the leg corner sides.
  • Unclick buttons on both side s – You’ll see that buttons are placed on both sides, usually on the longer sides of the travel cot. Unclick the buttons and make sure you unclick them on both sides at the same time. To check if you’ve done it correctly if you did it right, it should look sloppy and make a “U” shape.

Note: If you won’t click it properly, the legs won’t meet even if you try to push them together. So, see to it that when you put down and put up the travel cot, move it to the opposite side, it should be at the same time.

We also found the below video super helpful before we came fully accustomed to my own baby travel cot.

YouTube video

So, now that you know how to set up a travel cot, you will save a lot of time, effort and stress if those pesky instructions are like a foreign language to you. In turn, this means good quality sleep for the baby, good quality sleep for you…and a thoroughly enjoyable trip for everyone involved.

…Other guests included.

Enjoy every moment, and have a truly fantastic holiday with the family!

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The Baby Dan Travel Cot is a foldable and portable solution for parents who want to provide a comfortable and safe place for their baby to sleep. Whether you are on holiday, visiting friends, or staying with grandparents, this travel cot ensures that your baby has a comfortable and secure place to rest.

  • Provides a comfortable and safe place for babies to sleep on the go
  • Foldable design and included travel bag make it practical and convenient for parents
  • Quilted bottom plate provides added comfort for babies
  • Foldable mattress can be added for even more comfort
  • Suitable for use in a variety of settings, including on holiday or when visiting friends or family
  • Easy-to-use foldable design makes it quick and easy to set up and take down

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  • Used 83H x 127W x 66.5D cm
  • Folded 25H x 85W x 24D cm

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Sleep is extremely important for a child, and therefore, it is also important that you ensure that the conditions for taking a nap are ideal, even when outside the home. A travel cot is an indispensable item, whether you are going on holiday, staying the night with the grandparents or if the child simply needs a map while you are on the go. BabyDan’s transportable bed rail is also great to bring along for slightly older children when travelling, as this allows them to sleep safely in a bed that is unfamiliar to them as it prevents anyone from falling out of bed. If you are on the move with the pram, it is very important that you have a pram harness so that the child does not fall off the pram while taking a nap.

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No matter how long or how far you are travelling away from home, there are a thousand things that need to be packed and brought along when you have a little one in the family. You need to pack pacifiers, diapers, change of clothes, wet wipes, cloth diapers, snacks, toys and so on and so on. However, one of the most important items to remember to pack if you are going away for more than a few hours is equipment for the child’s afternoon nap and night time sleep. A travel cot is definitely one of the most important things to have when taking a long trip. There is a reason that some people call a travel cot a weekend cot - it is extremely practical to bring along on weekend trips. It is also a great item to have for the afternoon nap and night time sleep. Some children sleep best in their own beds, so it can be really difficult to get him or her to fall asleep somewhere else. However, you can solve this challenge by making sure that the child has a travel cot, allowing him or her to sleep in a familiar bed. The travel cot from BabyDan may remind the child of his or her cot, making it a more familiar experience. You can place it anywhere you like, and you can also put it right next to your own bed to make the child feel even safer. To ensure that safety is top notch, the cot has high sides which mean that the child cannot crawl over the top. You can easily fold it up and bring it along on a trip. You can then fold it out again and set it up for your child’s afternoon nap or night’s sleep in just a few minutes. In its folded up state, it does not take up much space at all, so it is easy to bring along in the car, bus, train or plane. Remember to complete the travel cot with a good mattress, duvet, pillow and great bedding, as this will ensure that your child sleeps safely and soundly. A bed rail to go for the older children When you are on the go, it can be a good idea to bring a bed rail if your child is a bit older, as this allows the child to sleep safely and soundly in a new bed, since the bed rail prevents the child from rolling out of bed. After all, when sleeping in an unfamiliar bed, it can be hard to sense the size of the bed. A bed rail can help to ensure that the child feels safe and secure during the night. BabyDan’s bed rails are very easy to install and remove. You can also fold them, so the child can play in the bed during the day. This is a great option if, for example, the child is going to be spending the night with the grandparents or if you are going on holiday. Then you can easily bring the bed rail along in the travel bag and install it to the bed once it is time to sleep. The bed rail is made of fabric, so it is soft to lie up against and takes up almost no space when you are bringing it with you. Make nap time in the pram a safe experience When you are on the go, you probably brought along the pram so that the child can, among other things, take an afternoon nap. You can feel completely at ease letting your child sleep in the pram if he or she is wearing a pram harness, as a pram harness secures the child to the pram while also allowing for as much freedom of movement as possible. This prevents the child from being able to lean over the edge of the pram when he or she wakes up and wants to move around. Both pram harnesses from BabyDan are adjustable, so you can make them larger as the child grows. Like with all other BabyDan products, both the Lux harness and Dan 3 harness are, of course, entirely free of harmful substances. Therefore you can rest assured that both comfort, quality and safety are top notch when using the pram harness and other BabyDan products.

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How to put up a travel cot

HELP! The travel cot side is stuck! Help! The travel cot won’t stay up! Ahhhhhhh the travel cot won’t collapse! I think it’s broken!

Sound familiar? Are you currently stuck with one of these problems, or any travel cot issue? Well, this is a post is for you! I’ve done a quick video to show you how to put your travel cot up, down, and unstick the sides… basically answering all those pesky problems that make them so irritating…

After 5 years of travel cots and using many different ones, either cots we’ve owned or in cottages or caravans on holiday, I can confirm this how many difference branded travel cots work – all the same . So if your travel cot is a Mothercare, Babystyle, Joie, Red Kite, ….. or some other brand most of these work the same way and get stuck in the same way… this is how to get your travel cot up, make the sides stay up, get it down, and make those sides click and unclip.

How to put up a travel cot

  • Click the sides together – pull them up so they are ridged, both halves of the side should clunk in straight. Do opposite sides together, if you can. It should form a rectangle.
  • Push the middle down (in the base) – make sure the legs can move out as you do this (lifting a side in the corner can help).

How to take down a travel cot

It’s basically the opposite of putting it up!

  • Pull the middle up from the base (use the loop). It will probably fall over as you do this so hold a side!
  • Unclip the sides – squeeze the catch in the middle of each side so the sides are floppy and swing! Do opposite sides together so you know it’s even!

Let me know if this helps, and if you prefer to read the instructions I’ve popped a guide at the bottom of this post.

Have you had the same travel cot struggles as us? Let me know in the comments, and if this helped too!

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Our struggle was real and that’s why I’ve been meaning to write this for years: we have battled with the travel cot so many times when H was little, before we really got to grips with it. Basically, putting up a travel cot is easy when you remember the knack but putting one up and down is something none of us do often. Many a time, we’d arrive late desperate to get the cot up for a sleepy baby/toddler and there would be me saying “YOU DO IT!” to the husband when I just couldn’t get the side to stay up.

You might remember I started this blog to be helpful for instance blogging about how we fix the Perfect Prep temperature warning light in a heatwave, or how to keep a toddler’s hat on… well this is one I’ve had on my list for years. How to put up a travel cot and take it down, including how to make the side click, and how to get it back down when it just won’t collapse.

I hope this helps if you’re stuck with your travel cot, a side not going up or down, or just the whole cot stuck up. Let me know in the comments below if it helped, and share with your friends if you like it!

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Cuggl Deluxe Superlight Travel Cot

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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.

The best travel cots 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 -  £225 • Best budget travel cot : Cuggl Deluxe Superlight Travel Cot - £60 • Best stylish travel cot : Baby Elegance Kangu Foldable Bedside Sleeper - £74.99

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.

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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. Despite how lightweight it is, testers agree that the cot was good quality and felt sturdy and secure.  One mum tester says, "I was impressed with the materials used and quality feel of the cot once it was up. Felt steady and secure when lifting child in and out of the bed. Child was able to nap well, good ventilation through the sides."

Another of our mum testers likes how lightweight and how small the travel cot folds. She describes it as; "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." She also liked that it wasn't too heavy, which made it easy to lug around upstairs when they staying in hotels without lifts.

All of our testers agreed that a bassinet option would have been great with this travel cot, especially parents of younger babies.  One of our testers whose baby is five months says, "It simply wasn't useful overnight with his wake-ups having to bend. I could barely reach him and resorted to giving up using it and ended up having to co sleep in our bed. This defeats the point of a travel cot." We think that for parents of young babies aged 6 months and under, this travel cot probably isn't what you're looking for. But for everyone else, this is a great portable travel option, and our testers were able to get the cot set up easily and quickly with the simple instructions.

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

  • The all round mesh sides provide lots of ventilation for your little one while they rest and enable you to see and check on them from all directions
  • This is a compact travel cot that's much smaller, lightweight, and less bulky than traditional ones. When folded, it measures just 60x15x50 cm
  • The mattress makes this cot super cosy and comfortable for baby
  • Unfortunately there's no raised bassinet

2. Graco FoldLite

Best travel cot for compact fold.

www.oliversbabycare.co.uk

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. The cot collapses to just 26cm wide. Our Mum tester Sarah says, "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." Testers loved the Home Fold feature to help fold away quickly and clear space within seconds. The cot unfolds and just clicks together, only two of the sides need to click together due to the way it is folded which makes putting the cot up and down much easier and quicker.

One of our mum testers Archana didn't get along with the cot as well when it came to dismantling it fully though. She says, "Folding into the slide away is easy - and really handy for day to day use - that’s what I liked most about it - however folding away fully and putting in the bag is quite clunky and a chore."

The FoldLite has a mesh lining and two wheels for easy manoeuvrability, making it a useful portable cot for travelling with. It's easy to pop up, says Sarah whose grandparents popped it up without any instructions. She enjoys using it around the house and says, "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." She also thinks it would be invaluable for holiday cottages that may not be very well baby-proofed.

The cot also comes with a mattress included. Our mum tester Georgia says, "The only issue I had with it was once wrapping the mattress around the base you do have to pull it quite tightly to then fit it in the bag." Overall our testers love the convenience of having a pop-up cot to hand at home. One thing to be aware of though, as our mum tester Joanna pointed out, is that It has quite a large high sides so it can be difficult to reach within, especially if you have a bad back.

Read our full review of the Graco FoldLite.

  • Choose between two different ways to fold – this is greater quick changes at home, and also trips away from home with the extra compact fold version.
  • Easy to fold and store away at home – folding this way is fast and extra flat too at just 26cm wide. It pops back up fast too!
  • Super lightweight – over 30 percent less overall weight than most full size travel cots at just 6.7kg
  • The carry bag is very convenient for travel – the cot itself also has two wheels for easy manoeuvrability
  • Assembly not totally straightforward as one tester had trouble when dismantling the product fully
  • Requires more effort to fit into the bag once wrapping the mattress around the base

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. Our mum tester Meg found the cot to be very sturdy and easy to pack and unpack. She says it folds up reasonable small, and likes that the carry handle makes it easier to transport. "Seems comfortable" she adds, "the newborn bassinet is super convenient for little ones and my babe settled immediately in it."

Convenient for carrying around your home too, it comes with a zip-in carrycot insert, an all-around mesh panel for airflow and a lovely firm and comfortable mattress. It's a shame the mattress doesn't include a waterproof cover, so you'll have to buy this separately to protect it. Our parent tester Matt bought this cot mainly for the ease of popping it up and down, but also says he liked that they could raise the height of the mattress when their baby was very little. this provides easier access to lift baby in and out. "There don't seem to be many travel cots that have that design," he says, "we used it as much at home for naps as we did on the road. It's a great bit of kit." The suspended base will also protect your little ones from draughts.

  • Includes carrycot insert and mattress
  • You can fold the cot with the mattress still inside as long – as you use without the newborn insert
  • Great for both experienced and first-time parents
  • Easy to assemble – with a simple no-fuss pop-up design you can literally achieve a 1-second unfold
  • Compact to fold in just 3 simple steps
  • Unfortunately, the 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 super lightweight travel cot has a bassinet attachment that clicks easily onto the top, making it perfect for changing nappies. It also has wheels, so it's easy to move around. The best part is that it sets up and folds away in seconds, making it a great travel cot that won't break the bank. Our mum tester Tori likes that it folds up thin to fit in their car boot along with a double pram and a few bags. She says, "I would definitely recommend this product to other mums, it's so easy to put up and down and transport on its handy bag"

Mum tester Sarah agrees, and would also recommend it for anyone looking for an inexpensive no-nonsense travel cot. She says it was lightweight enough for her to carry around, and compact enough to pack in their car along with everything else. She says, "Once I'd done the initial set up of the cot, it was easy to put together and to take apart too." Our mum testers also say the instructions are really easy to follow and everything is easy to wipe down to keep clean while travelling. One thing to be aware of is that the design of this cot is quite low to the ground, which may be something to keep in mind if you have back problems when lifting baby in and out.

Read our full review of the Cuggl Deluxe Superlight Travel Cot

  • The removable changer and bassinet that fits on the top is useful for nappy changing
  • This cot has four airy mesh sides providing all-round ventilation and baby viewing from all angels to check up on your little one while they rest or play
  • The stylish lightweight aluminium legs make it easy to fold the cot down in seconds
  • With wheels you can easily move the cot around your home or a hotel room
  • Comes with a handy storage bag that's also useful for travelling
  • An affordable and very portable solution for travelling with a baby
  • The design of this cot means it's quite low to the ground

5. Baby Bjorn Travel Cot Light

Best lightweight travel cot.

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 is really light and portable, making it perfect for taking with you when you visit relatives, or just moving with baby around your home. Our mum tester Nicola did find the cot to be less attractive than others in terms of design appeal, but said her little one slept well in it and seemed very comfortable. She liked that it also comes with a nice carry bag, which she says makes it easy to transport.

The built-in base helps to keep it standing nice and sturdy in its position, but this is a very lightweight cot. Mum Nicola found it to be less robust than others, saying "Amelia can push it around by herself." However, she also says it's the easiest travel cot to carry as it's amazingly light." 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. One thing to keep in mind is that it may be harder to dry, which is quite important if you're away and need to wash and dry it.

Read our full review of the BabyBjörn Light Travel Cot

  • With no extra parts this cot is super easy to assemble in just one simple movement – just open the carry bag, lift out the travel cot and pop it up
  • The mattress cover and travel cot fabric are easy to remove and are machine washable at 40 degrees
  • It's super lightweight at 6 kilos for moving around – but the built-in base helps to keep it standing nice and sturdy in its position.
  • Made with sensitive skin in mind
  • Reviewers found it 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. You basically get three-in-one, with a a full-size bassinet, which snaps easily on and off as required, as well as a changing unit and portable bouncing seat. What makes this travel cot even more unique is that there are also 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 to guide you In the dark.

Despite all the extras, it still folds compactly and comes with its own travel storage bag. Our mum tester Kathryn did find it quite difficult to assemble though. "I had to enlist my husband's help." she says, adding that it's sturdy and almost as big as a normal cot. however she points out that the integrated wheels do make it easier to move. She says the extra accessories that come with the cot would be great for a newborn, but her Olly was a bit too old for them. He did, however, like the sounds, and she says the light was great for night changes without fully waking him. Overall, Kathryn recommends this cot as a real investment that will grow with your baby.,

Our mum tester Nicola was also impressed, and like that the mesh sides enabled her to check on her little one without getting out of bed. Her daughter also enjoyed being able to see them when she woke up. Nicola says the mattress seems very comfortable for her little one, and she found the colours and pattern of the travel cot to be really appealing. She agreed that the extra accessories aren't really suitable past 12 months though, and also found the cot to be quite heavy. She says, "I would struggle to move it from room to room without help".

  • With one quick click you can go from changing unit to snoozing or the bouncing seat, for fast transitions and easy travel
  • You can also pop the sound & lights module pop on or off with a quick click
  • You get more for your money and greater versatility – the SecureClick snoozing seat doubles as a portable bouncer when used off the cot!
  • The simple push button allows you to fold to pack up the cot in a snap – this makes set up and shut down in seconds super quick and convenient for busy mums and dads
  • The cot packs away nice and compact in a carry bag that's included – perfect for storing at home in small spaces or travelling with
  • The cot has two integrated wheels making moving the cot around a breeze
  • All four sizes are lined with see-through mesh allowing plenty of airflow, plus, you can view baby from wherever you are in the room
  • With an elevated base the cot is draught resistant
  • Enjoy novelty sound, vibration and nightlight settings
  • This cot is amazingly good value for money
  • With so many features, this cot is quite heavy
  • The extra accessories aren't suitable for older babies

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, making it ideal for travel. We love the bassinet accessory, which makes this brilliant for use from birth, and so does our mum tester Kirsty who says, "The bassinet makes it easy to lift Rikku in and out." She did find it a bit fiddly to detach though.

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. Kirsty especially liked that the sheet stayed in place with the velcro. The cot has a sturdy aluminium frame and a triple-layered ventilated mattress for superior comfort. Mum tester Nicola thought it was very stylish and said her daughter slept well in it. She loved the "lovely, thick mattress" and extra machine-washable sheet, saying she found it was simple to assemble.

When it comes to set-up our mum tester Kirsty found it reasonably straightforward. However, she says it doesn't fold very neatly, and she found it fiddly to pack away. While the cot is certainly very sturdy, Kirsty says this makes it feel more heavy and take up a lot of space in their small car boot. Mum tester Nicola really liked the sturdiness of the travel cot too, but agrees that the only disadvantage is that it's quite heavy. She says, "I think I would struggle to get this from one place to another by myself."

Read our full review of the Nuna Sena Aire

  • The cot is easy to set up and hold with one hand for when you have baby in the other
  • This is the only cot available that has the unique feature of being able fold the frame with the upper cot still in it, making it super convenient
  • The base of this cot is above ground, which makes it draft-proof for your little one
  • The cot has skid-proof feet keeping it quiet and still ensuring your baby stays asleep
  • The unique zigzag frame allows the cot to pop open quickly and easily without any fuss
  • The advanced air design™, with the mesh sides, floor and mattress working in combination, allows air flow from every angle
  • The cot is very easy to clean due to the mattress's zip-off design, which is machine washable and dryer safe
  • The ventilated triple-layered mattress is designed to pull away both heat and humidity, meaning little one stays comfortable and asleep throughout the night.
  • The removable mattress panels allow for deep cleaning to make sure it stay clean and safe for your baby over time.
  • Everything you need comes with the cot – you even get organic sheets included
  • The padded edges prevent pinched fingers
  • Pack your cot up and travel easily with the travel bag included and easy carry handle
  • Not as lightweight as other options
  • Doesn't fold very neatly or small
  • A bit fiddly to detach the bassinet

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. Our mum testers love that it's quick and easy to assemble, and compact enough to fit into smaller spaces without taking up too much room. However, our mum tester Kathryn described it as one of the heaviest travel cots they tested. This meant that it was nice and roomy, and a good size for their baby, but Kathryn says it was almost the same size as their normal cot! Despite this, she agrees it's easy to assemble and put away in the carry bag included, plus, the wheels made it easier to move around, and she did like the neutral colour. Mum tester Nicola, on the other hand, points out that while the cream colour does look lovely, she imagines it could get dirty very quickly.

Loaded with extras such as a newborn bassinet, handy changing mat and toy bar, this is definitely a cot that represents great value for money, although Nicola points out that the changing unit, while it's a great idea, is only suitable for use up to 12 months. It also has a nightlight and musical feature, as well as the option to set the mattress to vibrate to help soothe your baby. The four mesh sides are a great feature too, allowing you to keep an eye on your little one, while also being useful for ventilation, but Kathryn found that she did have to bend low to reach her baby. Nicola also felt that the mattress was on the thin side, which meant that her little one didn't sleep as well as hoped.

Read our full review of the Graco Contour Electra Travel Cot

  • This is a cot that is designed to grow with your child from newborn to toddler
  • The removable bassinet is perfect to newborns
  • There is an integrated changing station for added convenience, made from wipe-clean fabric.
  • The hanging toy bar with toys provides little one with plenty of distraction as you get things done!
  • There is a detachable control box to operate a night light, music and the vibration feature to help soothe little one on your travels
  • Don't worry about moving from room to room without an extra pair of hands, as the two wheels make the cot easily transportable.
  • Pack the cot away out of sight or transport it no hassle with the compact fold
  • Some reviewers struggled to assemble it
  • Very heavy and quite large for a travel cot
  • The neutral cream colour is likely to get dirty quickly
  • The changing unit is only suitable up to 12 months
  • Mattress is on the thin side

9. Baby Elegance Kangu Foldable Bedside Sleeper

Best bassinet-style travel cot.

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 is top pick for newborns, so be aware you won't be able to use it much beyond six months old.

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. Our mum tester describes the cot as the best purchase they've made for their baby. She says, "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."

  • Easily fold using one hand and use the carry handle to transport the cot around your home, even when carrying baby
  • The cot folds into a storage bag, which can also be used to transport it more easily when travelling
  • The legs can adjust to fix and lock in a stationery position or allow for a gentle rocking motion to soothe little one to sleep
  • the vented mesh sides allow plenty of airflow to aid sleep and let you see baby more easily from afar
  • The cot is lightweight for easy transportation
  • Easy to clean – you can remove and wash the cover in your washing machine
  • The mattress comes with the cot and it's anti-allergy
  • 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. Our mum tester Jennifer thinks the design is stylish and that it's extremely easy to use. It doesn't take long to assemble and comes with a padded mattress. Jennifer says, "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." She likes that it is easily transported and takes up no more than a bag's room in the car or walking, so it really can be taken anywhere! Jennifer says, "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."

Unfortunately, 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, but it's definitely the smallest travel cot, not to mention the most compact and easy to carry. Our mum tester Esther says it's designed as a travel sleeping pod, for nighttime and daytime naps, and a changing bag. She had no trouble assembling it in a couple of minutes, and says it weights as much as a bag of sugar and would fit in easily amongst other items in a packed car when going away. She says, "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

  • This crib is easy to assemble
  • Includes a mosquito net to keep your baby protected in the summer
  • Can be used as a changing bag with handy fold out for changing on the go
  • Includes a padded mattress for restful nap times and comfort when changing baby 
  • Extremely compact and lightweight for storing or travelling
  • Easy to carry with two carry handles and an over-the-shoulder strap
  • Only suitable for use up until baby can sit up or roll over by themselves

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 around the home. Reviewer Sophie describes it as an excellent travel cot and incredibly easy for one person to put up within minutes. Thankfully, folding it away is just as quick and easy, and it folds down to such a compact size, she says, which is then stored as a carry case and easy to stow away.

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. Sophie loves that it can be used as a play pen too, and found the storage pouch to be useful. She says, "I initially 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."

Our mum tester Corinne Hills said that standard cot bedding fit, then she found the mattress to be quite thin and had to pad it out with blankets. Mum tester Roz Walker described the mattress as okay for occasional use.

  • Your baby will have plenty of space to stretch out and grow with this "full cot size" travel cot, measuring 60cm x 120cm
  • You get great value for money as this cot is versatile and is also designed to be used as a play pen, to keeop little one contained at home or on your travels
  • Feel reassured as this cot is sturdy and stable, making it safe and secure for your little one – definitely built to last!
  • For your convenience this cot comes with its own lightweight folding mattress included for added comfort while baby sleeps
  • We love travel cots that come with travel bags, and this one does, so it'll be easy for you to take it with you on the go or store it safely at home
  • it may be a spacious travel cot, but it's also super compact when folded, so you won't have to worry about it fitting in your car boot or under the stairs at home, measuring only 20 x 21 x 77.5 cm
  • Mesh sides are a must, allowing baby to see out and you to see in – plus allowing air to flow freely through for a good night's sleep
  • The wheels make for easy transportation of the cot around your home, and the cot has sturdy brakes.
  • With it being a large cot, it is also heavier than others
  • The mattress is quite thin

12. Red Kite Black Sleep Tight Travel Cot

Best simple travel cot.

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 is really impressed with it after using several times and says, "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 Kat says "it was so helpful that the instructions are printed onto the underside of the mattress - what a great idea!" She points out that you must put it up/take it down in the right order or you will struggle to get it folded correctly. The mattress doesn't come with a waterproof sheet so Kat used her own with a cot sheet on top of the mattress. She says, "For the price paid, it's exceptionally good value. 10/10!"

  • The cot has a central locking base for extra safety
  • It's easy to fold and store in the storage bag
  • The see-through mesh sides low airflow and let you see baby easily
  • The instructions are printed on the underside of the mattress, so you won't lose them.
  • Mattress is very thin
  • No waterproof sheet included for the mattress

13. Kinderkraft Cot 4 in 1 SOFI

Best 4 in 1 travel cot.

Rrp: £ 139.99

A practical travel 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 easy 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.

The cot is slightly narrower than some travel cots, but one reviewer says that this was exactly what they needed to fit it into their spare room for their new grandson when he stayed with them. They said that they love that it's on two levels too, so it's suitable for a newborn as well as a toddler, although they weren't sure their grandson will fit past the age of two years.

The fact that this cot is so easy to fold and comes in a cover, means it can be stored under another bed quite nicely. As this reviewer points out, while you use the top level, things can also be stored underneath. They say the only slight problem is the fitting of sheets, "It is fiddly", they say, "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."

  • You get reallygood value for money with this 4-in-1 cot, with a normal cot, a travel cot, a playpen and cradle in one
  • The cot can be used with or without the rocking function
  • The mattress can be used at two different levels
  • You don't need any tools to change between the functions and folding
  • The cot will look stylish in your home
  • Slightly narrower than standard travel cots
  • Bit fiddly to fit the sheets

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.

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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.

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The BabyDan travel cot is a full size, spacious cot measuring 60 x 120cm x 25mm. The cot comes complete with a padded mattress and travel bag so it can easily be transported. The travel cot features a large storage pouch and clear sides so it can be used as a play pen.  The Baby Dan travel cot is easy to set up  and can also be used as a play pen as it has mesh sides so that the baby can see out. The wheels make it easy to move around. It has a large bag that is attached to the end of the cot, which would be handy for keeping things tidy when away. 

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  • Folding travel cot.
  • 60 x 120 cm.
  • Complete with travel bag and travel mattress.
  • Wheels for easy movement.
  • Storage pouch for toys.
  • Removable mattress included.
  • Doubles as a playpen and includes a playmat.
  • Carry bag included for easy of transportation.
  • Size H77, L127, W66cm.
  • Folds for storage - folded size L77.5, W20, D21cm.
  • Weight 9.5kg.
  • Suitable from birth.
  • Suitable for babies up to 13.6kg.
  • EAN: 5705548022884.

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Help! We set up one of these over Christmas for our grandchild, but we've lost the instructions to take it down again. Does anyone have one of these travel cots who can advise us? Thank you, grateful Granny

Hi I have one, but it is with my parents so I'll try my best from memory. In the middle of each rail there is a locking mechanism. If you squeeze it you should be able to push the sides down. I think you do the two sides first, then remove the mattress and pull up the bottom (there is a handle). You should then be able to collapse the two ends using the squeezing mechanism. I hope this helps.

Actually, I think on mine the instructions are printed on the base, under the mattress...

Thank you Pishtushette -- I have completed the task and have my little office back again! Best wishes for the New Year

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  • Full cot size Travel Cot Length 120 cm x Width 60 cm. Height 80 cm .The erected travel cot is a little wider 124cm x 64cm
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Full size travel cot extra large 60 x 120 cm (cot size) BabyDan's Premium Travel Cot is manufactured to a very high standard. It is extremely robust and is essential for any parents on the move. The travel cot comes complete with its own travel bag which allows the cot to be carried. The mattress is lightweight allowing the travel cot to be used as a play pen if required. The BabyDan travel cot is extremely stable and sturdy. It can be used as a playpen as well as a temporary cot. As this is full cot size regular cot bedding can be used. The mattress is a lightweight slim type so it can be folded around the cot for easy transporting. Height 80 cm, Length 120 cm, Width 60 cm.

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  • 1x Travel Cot (including storage pocket)
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  • 1 x instructions

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  • 1 Dimensions
  • 2 Safety Information
  • 3 Components
  • 5 Folding the Cot
  • 6 Packing up the Cot
  • 7 Care and Maintenance
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  • Page 1 CUGGL TRAVEL COT GREY 706/5165 IMPORTANT! KEEP THE INSTRUCTION FOR FURTHER REFERENCE Suitable from birth to 36 months, up to 15kgs Important-Please read the instruction fully before starting assembly If you need help or have further question, call the Customer Helpline 03456 400 800...
  • Page 2 Important-Please read the instruction before assembly and keep it for further reference BEFORE ASSEMBLING THIS COT, READ AND UNDERSTAND THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS All assembly fittings should always be tightened properly and that fittings should be checked regularly and retightened as necessary.
  • Page 3 Components If you need help or have further question, 03456 400 800 call the Customer Helpline Please check if you have all the parts listed below before starting assembly...
  • Page 4 Unzip the travel bag and remove the frame and mattress. Place the cot in a vertical position and open the touch fasteners to remove the mattress. With the cot in folded vertical position on the floor, pull the feet apart so that they are approximately 60cm or 24inches apart.
  • Page 5 Push the center of the cot base downwards until it audibly locks into place. Place the mattress in the travel cot with the padded side up, align the touch fasteners on the mattress with those on the base and press down to ensure they are stuck together.
  • Page 6 Folding the cot Loosen the fasteners on the back of mattress and take mattress out from the travel cot. Lift the handle in the middle of the base, and then pull the handle upwards. Notice: Ensure to hold the tube of either side at the bottom while lifting the handle up.
  • Page 7 Repeat this process on the short sides. Check that all 4 sides have disengaged properly and then pull the center of the base, if you have difficulty unlocking the sides, try to lift the center of the base a little higher and start the process again.
  • Page 8 If you need help or have further question, call the Customer Helpline 03456 400 800 This product complies with EN716-1&-2:2008+A1:2013...

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The BabyDan travel cot is a full size, spacious cot measuring 120 x 78 x 60cm. The cot comes complete with a padded mattress and travel bag so it can easily be transported. The travel cot features a large storage pouch and clear sides so it can be used as a play pen.

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Top 6 Best Travel cots of 2022

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In need of a cozy and safe place for your baby to sleep when away from home? We've tested travel cots from brands such as Babybjorn and Bugaboo. For a travel cot to become best in test, it needs to be comfortable for the baby, easy and quick to fold up and down and preferably be able to accommodate children of different ages.

Top 9 Best Travel cots of 2022

How we did the test

Our tests are independently conducted and reflect the test editor's honest and objective opinions. Selection of products and test results are in no way influenced by manufacturers, retailers or other internal or external parties.

We carry out our tests ourselves and test all products as they are intended to be used in reality. In our test of travel cots, we asked normal families with small children from newborn up to preschool age to test different models of cot. They were used in summer homes, taken on car trips to visit relatives, travelled by train to ski resorts and went on holidays in the sun. The families and children then evaluated the travel cot – what it’s like to use both from the child and adult’s perspective. We also asked an expert in children’s products to provide their opinion on each travel cot.

Use: Is the cot comfortable for the child to sleep in, can the height of the sleeping surface be adjusted and is it easy for the parent to put the child into or remove them from the cot?

Transport and storage: How much space does the cot take up when unfolded and how neat is it when folded. Does it include a storage bag and is the cot light to carry?

Assembly: Is it easy to assemble the cot, how long does it take to unfold and are any instructions easy to understand?

As well as these aspects, each travel cot’s design and price have been taken into account. The final opinion has then formed the basis for giving the product a score and has determined which travel cot was named as best in test.

1. Stokke Cloud Sleeper - BEST CHOICE

Super compact travel cot in the form of a comfortable air mattress, suitable for children over 3 years of age

Price range: Premium Size when folded: 38 x 28 x 10 cm Size when raised: 150 x 75 x 17 cm Weight with storage bag: 1.4 kg Mattress: Included Mattress dimensions: 150 x 75 cm Adjustable base: No Max. weight: 68 kg Storage bag: Included Wash: TPU mattress: Wipe off dirt or stains with a wet cloth Mesh cover: machine washable at 30 degrees

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Stoke Cloud Sleeper doesn't belong anywhere but in the travel cot category, but it’s not like other travel cots on the market. A more correct name would perhaps be to call it a travel mattress. The Cloud Sleeper is an extremely compact air mattress, which can fit into a small backpack and be a comfortable sleeping place for larger children in no time.

Built-up edges ensure that your baby never rolls off

The Cloud Sleeper comes with an integrated pump, so no extra accessories are needed to get your baby’s bed ready. The bed can quickly be inflated by an adult, resulting in a soft and comfortable sleeping place. The Cloud Sleeper has raised sides to prevent your baby from rolling off the bed while sleeping. This is something that actually works, as children have never rolled off when sleeping – something which has happened several times on ordinary air mattresses.

The minimum recommended age is 3 years, but testing also shows that a 1.5 year-old slept comfortably and without discomfort. The Cloud Sleeper has a cover that breathes well, and the child does not feel cold or sweaty. And the mattress is impressively durable. After being inflated as instructed, the Cloud Sleeper could be used daily for one month without the need to add air.

Super smart travel cot that works in all positions

Besides the actual Cloud Sleeper, we did note something about the storage bag. The design is smart. Double zips allow the bed to be compressed for extra compactness after deflating. But after the first use, a large tear occured along the seam in the bag. It could still be used, but the fact that it got holes felt like a shame for an otherwise good and well thought-out product.

As a travel cot, the Cloud Sleeper is incredibly versatile. It works as an extra bed for a relative, to have at home when your child’s friends want to sleep over, to take with you on trips, or when camping. The fact is that the Cloud Sleeper works in all situations, is so small that it fits in a larger handbag, and gives the child a safe and good sleep. It’s hard to imagine how a travel cot could be more affordable and practical than the Stokke Cloud Sleeper.

2. Baby Björn Light

Airy and spacious travel cot that’s easy to fold and unfold

Price class: Premium Size, folded: 49 x 60 x 14 cm Size, unfolded: 82 x 112 x 64 cm Weight with storage bag: 6 kg Mattress: Included Mattress dimensions: 60 x 105 cm Adjustable bottom: No Maximum weight: No maximum weight Storage bag: Included Washable: Cot fabric: Machine wash 40 degrees Mattress cover: Machine wash 60 degrees

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Baby Björn’s Light travel cot is one of the more expensive models on the market but it’s quickly clear that this is a quality product. The travel cot comes in a storage bag with simple carrying handles. The Baby Björn Light is small enough when folded to make the travel cot easy to handle, and easy to get in the car even with other baggage. As the name implies, it’s also light, weighing just 6 kg. The travel cot includes a mattress that you fasten in the bottom so it can’t slide about. You can buy special fitted sheets, but you can also use normal sheets. It’s pretty much impossible to fail at unfolding the cot, and folding it is easy too provided you’ve read the exhaustive instructions that come with it.

There’s nothing negative to say about comfort levels for the sleeping child. The mattress isn’t particularly thick, but it’s perfectly sufficient for a child to sleep on and the bed area is very spacious. Because the bottom is on the floor, there’s no upper weight limit. So as long as the child has space to sleep comfortably, you can use the Baby Björn Light as a travel cot or extra bed. The construction is so stable that even a child of around one year can lean against the edges for support while standing without there being any risk that the cot will tip over. It’s quite deep down to the bottom, which is a minus when you need to lay a small child or a sleeping child in the cot. But the Baby Björn Light is convenient in every other way, and in many ways this is the essence of the modern travel cot.

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3. Bugaboo Stardust

High quality travel cot for young children in families that travel a lot

Price class: Premium Size, folded: 85 x 63 x 15 cm Size, unfolded: 98 x 63 x 85 cm Weight with storage bag: 8.5 kg Mattress: Included Mattress dimensions: 90 x 52 cm Adjustable bottom: Yes Maximum weight: Infant position: 9 kg Lower position: 15 kg or max. 89 cm long child Storage case: Included Washable: 30 degrees machine wash for all fabrics

Bugaboo Stardust Travel Cot

The classic, simple model of travel cot – as many parents already know – means a tough wrestling match every time you need to set it up or dismantle it. And it’s rare that you feel like a winner afterwards. So it’s nice that the characteristic that most stands out with the Bugaboo Stardust is that the cot is amazingly easy to handle.

Quick and easy folding

To unfold the travel cot, you undo two press studs on each side and pull apart. The cot is ready for your child to sleep in it in seconds. To fold the Stardust again, you press in the white buttons on the long sides of the cot and push the cot bottom upwards with your foot. The cot folds up square and flat, making it easy to pack into your car.

The Bugaboo Stardust’s cot bottom can be adjusted to two different heights. The higher, newborn, position places the baby at a very comfortable height from the parent's perspective. It’s a bit fiddly to get the bottom into newborn position, as the zip is in a corner where it’s difficult to reach. When you’re folding the cot in newborn position, the mattress must first be removed. In the lower height position, the mattress can stay in place when the Stardust is folded.

Maximum length reduces use time

The main disadvantage with the Bugaboo Stardust is the short period of use. The maximum weight of 15 kg is standard. However, the maximum length of the cot is 89 cm, which means your child will grow out of it at about two years of age. But much else about this travel cot is good. The mattress is soft and comfortable. All of the covers can be removed and washed in a washing machine. And the included storage case is sturdy and keeps the cot clean during trips.

When it comes to children, there’s never any guarantee of a good night's sleep. But the adjustable sleeping area height, together with good sleeping comfort and extremely convenient folding provide the best possible conditions. Although the cot is expensive, the Bugaboo Stardust can be considered as worth its price if you plan to spend many nights away from home during the first year with your baby.

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4. Nuna Sena Aire

Versatile and sturdy travel cot with a good baby position, best suited as an extra cot

Price range: Premium Size when folded: 86 x 30 x 24 cm Size when raised: 103 x 76 x 73 cm Weight with storage bag: Approx. 13 kg Mattress: Included Mattress dimensions: 94 x 65 cm Adjustable base: Yes Max. weight: 15 kg Storage bag: Included Wash: Surface wash only

Nuna Sena Aire is a foldable travel cot that can be used from newborn and up to 15 kg. The maximum height of the child is given as 86 cm, but the bed can accommodate much taller children than this. The mesh net on the sides of the bed allows the baby to look out, and allows air to circulate easily throughout the cot. The design is unusually pretty for a travel cot. Nuna Sena Aire is neutrally stylish and could be displayed in any room.

Super easy to set up and fold back together

The first thing that comes to mind is how easy it is to set up the Nuna Sena Aire. There is a good manual, but it is not needed – you instinctively understand how to do it. Folding it back together is just as easy. This means that you don't have to shy away from folding the Sena Aire together if, for example, you need more space in your bedroom or hotel room during the day.

A bassinet comes with the Sena Aire, for babies who can't roll or sit yet. It hangs on the edges of the bed and raises the bed base by 10 cm, making the total height 38 cm above the ground. This makes it more gentle on the parent’s back, when they need to put down or pick up their baby. As your baby grows, you can remove the bassinet to create an even larger sleeping area, which can comfortably fit children up to the age of 2-3.

Safe travel cot with a larger design

Sena Aire should be given extra praise for the safety of its structure. There are no unprotected parts where children or adults could get their fingers caught. The metal frame of the bed is padded along the entire inside, so that children cannot hurt themselves if they hit the walls of the bed. The included sheet is specially adapted for Sena Aire. The mattress’s velcro fastener is pulled through the sheet to ensure a perfect fit. It is also possible to make up the bed using a standard sheet; however, then the mattress cannot be attached to the bottom of the bed.

Considering the bed’s dimensions, both folded and unfolded, and how much it weighs, Sena Aire might be better suited as an extra bed in a summer cottage or at a relative's house if you often spend the night there. It is a bit heavy and clumsy to carry with you on a train journey, and takes up quite a lot of space in the car. But as a sleep space, Nuna Sena Aire is an excellent choice of travel cot for your child’s first few years.

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5. babytrold.

Classic travel cot with a twist in the form of a clever hatch for the child to crawl into the cot through

Price class: Budget Size, folded: 78 x 21 x 20 cm Size, unfolded: 125 x 65 x 77 cm Weight with storage bag: 9.1 kg Mattress: Yes Mattress dimensions: 118 x 58 cm Adjustable bottom: No Maximum weight: 15 kg Storage bag: Yes Wash: No information

BabyTrold Travel Cot with Opening

BabyTrold’s travel cot is a classic model that many parents will recognise, with a little twist in the form of a practical opening at the foot end of the cot. With a zip you can open up a hatch large enough for the child to be able to crawl in and out of the cot on their own. This is a function that was very popular with the children testing the cot. The BabyTrold travel cot comes in a storage bag that you can carry with you. But this isn’t a bag that you pop on your shoulder when you’re going to cycle over to a friend and want to put your baby down to sleep once you’re there, because it's relatively large when folded and above all rather heavy. This is more of an exemplary extra bed to have at home for visitors, or for a longer stay in a holiday home you get to by car.

The cot has two lockable wheels, so it’s easy to roll around indoors. On the outside of the head end is a storage pocket, which is the right size for an extra set of bedclothes. The mattress is quite thin but does have a layer of padding. You attach it to the bottom of the cot with Velcro straps to keep it in place. There are instructions for how to unfold the cot on the bottom of the cot, which is very useful. It isn’t difficult to unfold the BabyTrold travel cot, but it takes a few attempts before you understand the technique and do the steps in the right order. Folding it up is just the same. To get everything into the storage bag again you have to wind the mattress around the folded cot frame and fasten everything together with Velcro straps. This isn’t difficult but you have to pull on it so the joints come together in the right place. For use as a more long-term travel cot in a single place, the BabyTrold delivers exactly what you’d expect given the reasonable price tag.

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Price class: Budget Size, folded: 80 x 21 x 20 cm Size, unfolded: 125 x 65 x 78 cm Weight with storage bag: 7.9 kg Mattress: Yes Mattress dimensions: 115 x 58 cm Adjustable bottom: No Maximum weight: 15 kg Storage bag: Yes Wash: No information

BabyDan Guard Me Travel Cot

BabyDan’s travel cot is a classic model that’s been available under many different names. This type of travel cot is a very good alternative for anyone who wants a stable and spacious cot for as small a price tag as possible. Folding and unfolding work well when you’ve understood the order in which you should carry out the steps involved. The travel cot comes with clear instructions, and it’s a good idea to really get to know these as it’s easy to lose them over time. The travel cot has wheels on one end, which means you can lift it by the other and then easily roll it around. The wheels can be locked when the cot is in the right position. On the outside of the head end of the travel cot is a large storage pocket with an elasticated opening. This is useful for essentials or to put bedclothes in if you want to use the travel cot as a playpen during the day.

The long sides of the cot are made from mesh fabric, which lets in plenty of air to the sleeping child. The bed surface is comparable in size with a normal cot, and this together with the maximum weight of 15 kg means that BabyDan’s travel cot can usually be used up for children up to three years of age. The included mattress has thin padding but worked fine for our test children to sleep on Even though there are many similar models, BabyDan have been successful at getting the cot frame and mattress to fit together when the cot has to be packed in its storage case. The mattress has to be wound around the frame and fastened together with Velcro, and this works really well. The cot is manageable in size when it’s folded up. It weighs quite a bit, but you can carry it. Even though this travel cot doesn’t fold up really small or weigh as little as possible, you’ll undoubtedly be happy with the BabyDan travel cot.

All about Travel cots

A travel cot is a place for your child to sleep that’s easy to transport with you on your travels. If you choose between a cot or travel cot for everyday use, a cot is the most common choice. Traditional wooden cots are often more stable and have a design that fits better into the bedroom decor. But they are also both heavy and bulky, while a travel cot can more easily be folded into a compact package. There are a wide range of travel cots in many different models. Some of these are specially designed for infants, in that they're height adjustable so your baby is higher up. With others you can attach a changing table to the travel cot to get a good working height for changing nappies. And other travel cots for babies are about the same size as a cradle and have their own stand. These smaller travel cots designed with babies in mind have a shorter period of use and lower maximum weight. Many parents also wonder whether to use a buggy or travel cot on holiday. The advantage of a travel cot is that the child gets a larger area to move around in their sleep. And many carrycots aren’t approved for use as an overnight sleeping place. If the child is using a stroller seat unit, you also need to make sure they are wearing a harness for safety reasons, and a travel cot with a soft mattress can offer much better comfort for sleeping.

For larger children it’s important that the travel cot has a high maximum weight and plenty of space. It can also be useful if the travel cot has an opening or a removable side so you don’t always have to lift your child in and out of it. The length of time you can use a travel cot varies, but many of the classic models work up to at least three or four years of age. If you have twins, while the children are small you can let them share the same travel cot, either lying side-by-side or top and tail with a blanket each. Most travel cots include a mattress. But these are often quite thin. If you want to make the bed softer, mattresses for normal cots often work just as well in the larger model travel cots.

Folding and unfolding a travel cot isn’t always very easy, so you need to check that this is a straightforward process before buying. Some of them fold in several different stages, while other, pop-up travel cots can be unfolded in no time at all. There are two factors that are particularly important from a transport viewpoint. The travel cot must be light enough for you to be able to carry it with you. And it should take up as little space as possible when folded so that you can fit it into the car or on the train as baggage. There are even travel cots that fold up so small that you can take them on board a plane as hand baggage. If you’re going to be travelling with your own travel cot, as well as the size of the cot it’s also important to ensure that there’s a good storage case to pack it in.

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