Best bedside crib

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published 21 June 2022

The best bedside crib can make all the difference to the lives of parents of newborns and younger babies as it makes your night-time routine so much easier. Having your baby's crib right next to your bed means you can simply reach over to feed them, soothe them, and generally bond. The design of bedside cribs is pretty universal, but the best versions include a fold-down side and a shape that fits safely up against your bed. We've found a selection of the best currently available for you to invest in order to enjoy less disturbed nights.

Staff pick

Babylo bedside Cozi Sleeper co-sleeping crib

Affordable and practical

This popular option from Babylo gets high praise for its safety functions, including the ability to secure the crib to your bed using the fastening clip-on straps which hold it snug to your bedside. This boasts a five-position height and foot adjustment so that you can get it to the perfect height. The drop mesh side panel can also be zipped closed to use this as a standalone cot. This co-sleeper offers an incline adjustment so you can position it up at a slight angle, which is thought to help with congested breathing and reflux issues. This comes complete with a thick mattress that has a removable, washable cover.

Flexible design

Chicco Next2Me bedside baby crib

With foldable feet to fit against all beds

Chicco's co-sleeper baby crib is compatible with a vast range of different beds thanks to its six height adjustments and foldable feet, which means it's also suitable for use with beds that have a solid base. This option also fastens to your bed with the included buckle straps, which can be stored in the belt holder net under the crib's base when not in use. This crib's fold-down side can also be secured back up to use this away from your bedside. The Next2Me can also be used in tilt mode to help with reflux and congestion issues. This comes complete with a mattress that has a removable and washable fabric cover.

Fast-folding

Tutti Bambini CoZee bedside crib

Complete with travel bag

Tutti Bambini's high-end "CoZee" crib, with its oak effect wood and handsome charcoal fabric, is arguably one of the better-looking choices, so it is a strong contender for stylish homes. It also boasts some robust functionality that includes very easy to use six height adjustments, tilt adjustment functionality, and a handy storage shelf underneath. This really shines with its foldability and portability, though. The CoZee crib boasts a 30-second open/fold mechanism and comes complete with a matching travel bag, so it is super-easy to collapse and take on the go.

Two-in-one

Snüz Pod 4 bedside crib

Lift-off bassinet top

Snuz Pod has a strong fan-base thanks to its innovative designs. The Snuz Pod 4 is no exception to this with the clever functionality that sees the top part of the crib able to be removed and used as a portable and lightweight bassinet, which saves buying a separate Moses basket. The Snuz Pod fits against any beds that measure anything between 53cm and 73cm high and come complete with straps to attach to multiple bed styles, including divan, ottoman, and framed beds. Thanks to its curved base, the Snuz Pod's base is gently rockable to help soothe your infant. The Snuz Pod 4 boasts a "ComfortAir" system, a combo of air-flow vents, an air-permeable mesh liner, and base ventilation designed to increase airflow breathability.

Easy slide

Maxi-Cosi Iora bedside crib

Large storage basket

This is a striking, contemporary solution from well-respected baby equipment brand Maxi-Cosi, available with or without matching bed sheets and in a dark blue, graphite, or grey color. This co-sleeper boasts an "easy slide" function that lets it easily fit next to your bed. If you're short on storage space in your bedroom, this crib's large storage basket offers you enough space to stow all of your infants' essentials. This folds down to impressively flat dimensions and comes with its own handy travel bag.

Bedside cradle

These bedside cribs are all solid solutions for co-sleeping with your baby up to the age of about six months, or until they can sit up. Our overall staff pick, the Babylo bedside Cozi Sleeper co-sleeping crib, gets the top slot thanks to its affordable price tag with no compromise on safety.

If you're looking for a higher-end option, then consider the Tutti Bambini CoZee bedside crib. This has very stylish looks and is very portable, thanks to its clever 30-second fold mechanism and bundled travel case.

Although at the luxury end, as far as pricing goes, the Snüz Pod 4 bedside crib is definitely worth considering as the top lifts off to become a portable bassinet, saving the need to invest in a separate Moses basket.

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With over 10 years of experience writing for popular websites Amy-Mae is a freelance features writer with a focus on writing reviews, how-tos, and buyers guides. She lives near the sea in Devon with her family, two naughty cats, and two much-loved dogs. Her beloved daughter ensures she has very little spare time but if she manages to wrangle any you'll find her on the sofa watching box sets and drinking gin.

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