Overall, the cot is smaller in size than some other options, but that means it folds up smaller too. If you're looking for a travel cot that will do double or even triple duty, this could be the product for you.

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.They'll be able to sleep easily no matter the location with the help of this Babylo Lightweight Travel Cot. Made of breathable mesh with a padded mattress included, the Slumber has three distinct uses as a bedside co-sleeper, travel cot and playpen. But remember, a firm mattress is important for safe sleep for your baby, and doesn’t mean your child won’t be comfortable. For frequent travellers they can be as familiar to little ones as their regular bed; helping to aid sleep in a different environment.

If you're traveling somewhere hot with your little ones, take a look at our selection of the best pram fans. 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 can be assembled in a few minutes as the parts all quickly slot into place and the foldable mattress supplied fits snugly in the base of the cot and comes complete with a mattress and fitted sheet and folds neatly into a travel bag.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. Some also have a changing station, which could be useful if you’re frequently travelling with a baby. 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. 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.

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. 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 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 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. These help with air circulation and will provide a more comfortable environment for your child to sleep.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. 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.

deep, putting it on a par with most travel cot mattresses but perhaps not up there with the likes of the Bugaboo Stardust. 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. Five products were then awarded a Mumsnet Best badge – these are the products that we feel offer the absolute best value for most parents.

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. 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.