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Cots and bassinets


Peace of mind for you, peaceful sleep for your baby.

Yet another decision to make when you're getting ready for a new baby is that of the all-important sleeping quarters for your child. Do you want a bassinet and then a cot? Or just a cot straight off? Either way, important safety standards apply that you'll no doubt want to consider. Our reviews and test reports will help you make the right choice.

Meet the cot testers

Review and compare

Bassinet and bedside sleeper reviews CHOICE reviews bassinets and bedside sleepers in our lab to see which ones pass our stringent safety tests.
Cot mattress reviews We test cot mattresses to see if they pass our firmness test.
Cot reviews CHOICE reviews cots in our lab to see which ones pass stringent Australian safety standards.

Buying guides

Bassinet buying guide Do you need a bassinet? And what should you look for?
Cot mattress buying guide Our tips help you find a safe mattress for your baby.
Cot buying guide How to make the right pick among the pack, including safety, ease of use and features.

Articles

Most reviewed by members

Boori Urbane Bassinet

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2 CHOICE member reviews

The cot testers

Our testers are dedicated to giving independent advice on child safety. They've also been doing this for many years, which means they're on top of all the latest safety standards when it comes to cots and bassinets.

Test coordinator - Household

Baby furniture, Baby transport

Matthew Tung

Test coordinator - Household

Baby furniture, Baby transport, Bedroom

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