The 6 Best Co-Sleepers of 2026

A co-sleeper, also known as a bedside crib, is a crib that you can use both as a standalone crib and as a bedside sleeper. You attach the co-sleeper to your own bed with safety straps. Between the parental bed and the co-sleeper there is a raised side panel, which you can lower so you can easily reach your baby.

This makes it ideal for feeding your baby during the night. It's a beautiful and practical solution for keeping your baby close during the first months, while your baby sleeps safely in their own bed.

We compared 6 models on safety, height adjustment and ease of use. Rent or buy with buyback guarantee: you choose what suits you best! For the optimal choice, take the co-sleeper quiz.

What are our top 6 most popular co-sleepers?

BEDNEST CO-SLEEPER

OUR MOST POPULAR CO-SLEEPER

  • Super easy to fold
  • Fits any type of bed
  • Can also be set in reflux position

CHICCO NEXT2ME MAGIC EVO

WITH ROCKING FUNCTION AND WHEELS

  • Easy to open with a sliding system
  • Has an automatic rocking mode
  • Easy to move thanks to swivel wheels

CHICCO NEXT2ME FOREVER

Easily adjustable

  • Suitable from birth up to 4 years old.
  • With three different configurations
  • Adjustable to 11 different heights

QUAX SIDE-BY-SIDE SLEEPER

Easily adjustable

  • Suitable for home and travel use
  • With five height differences and adjustable foot
  • With fold-down side

CHICCO NEXT2ME TWINS

Easily adjustable

  • For twins from birth to 6 months
  • 11 adjustable height levels
  • Includes 2 mattresses

CHILDHOME EVOLUX

Easily adjustable

  • With 3D airmesh for optimal air circulation
  • With 7 height adjustments
  • Co-sleeper and bassinet in 1

ALWAYS INCLUDES MATTRESS

All co-sleepers come with a mattress. Would you prefer to order a new separate mattress? Check out our co-sleeper mattresses.

EXPERIENCES OF OTHER PARENTS

Top service, great contact, clear explanations and, most importantly, a durable model with good products for a fair price. Tiny Library has a great one
sustainable service has been set up, when I return my recliner, a newborn will be sleeping in it again in no time.

Arieke B.

Great service! I rented a co-sleeper for our baby. She slept in it next to me for five months [...] So nice that I didn't buy the co-sleeper, but rented it, because you only need it for a relatively short time. Highly recommended to rent baby products from Tiny Library!

Marijke G.

We rented a co-sleeper through Tiny Library - now that our daughter is 6 months old, the co-sleeper has also just been returned to Tiny Library, fantastic system. No hassle, just well organised.

Evelien D.

Perfect! We really enjoyed the co-sleeper and it's so nice that it can now move on to the next baby!

Janneke B.

Great concept and so easy!!! I would recommend it to everyone. We rented a co-sleeper and baby bath for our newborn. Very satisfied. Returns are also easy. We will definitely rent something from Tiny Library again in the future to contribute to a greener future.

Jacqueline

Rented a co-sleeper from Tiny Library. Definitely recommended, well organised! Very nice bed where my granddaughter slept wonderfully next to her mother!

Alice S.

What are the benefits of a co-sleeper bassinet?

  • Direct contact with your baby without having to get out of bed
  • Safe alternative to sleeping in the same bed
  • Perfect for night feeds
  • Height adjustable for any bed
  • Folding side wall for easy access

Due to the limited period of use, a co-sleeper crib is ideally suited for rent. This way you always have a safe, hygienic and high-quality product for your baby, without high purchase costs.

HOW LONG DO YOU USE A CO-SLEEPER?

A co-sleeper is ideal until your baby is about six months old. By then, your little one starts to roll over and pull themselves up, which makes its use riskier. A cot is then the best choice. The Chicco Next to Me Forever is an exception because you can convert it into a toddler bed!

Do you want to know when to switch from a co-sleeper to a cot? Read our blog 'When to switch from a co-sleeper to a cot?'

HOW DO YOU PLACE A CO-SLEEPER?

Because a co-sleeper is placed next to the bed, it is important to go through the following steps when placing the crib:

  1. Measure the height of your bed to the top of the mattress
  2. Order a suitable co-sleeper via Tiny Library
  3. Place the cradle next to the bed and make sure the mattress fits snugly on your mattress
  4. Optional: secure the co-sleeper to the bed with tension straps

Is a co-sleeper safe?

Yes, provided you follow the basic rules. A co-sleeper is recognized by youth healthcare as a safer alternative to bed-sharing.

The 4 basic rules for safe infant sleep (source: Veiligheid.nl):

  1. Always place baby on their back
  2. Place your baby in their own bed: not in the parents' bed
  3. Place your baby in a sleeping bag: prevent your baby from getting under loose blankets or sheets
  4. Place your baby in an empty bed: no pillows or stuffed animals

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FAQs

Yes, a co-sleeper is safe if it meets the official safety requirements. According to the Consumers' Association, a co-sleeper must be height-adjustable, with the mattress 12 cm lower than your own mattress. The co-sleeper must also be securely attached to your bed and have a safety gate that you can close when your baby is asleep.

Yes, you can attach most co-sleepers to a box spring with the included long attachment straps. You wrap the strap around the entire mattress of your box spring and thread it through the frame of the co-sleeper. Make sure you choose a co-sleeper that can be adjusted high enough for your box spring (often up to 64-73 cm). Always check the product page to see which one applies to your co-sleeper.

Renting is often more affordable than buying because you only use a co-sleeper for an average of 3-6 months. At Tiny Library, you can rent or buy flexibly with a buy-back guarantee . Plus, when you rent, you always receive a hygienically cleaned product.

On average, up to 6 months. As soon as your baby rolls over or pulls themselves up, switch to a crib. The Chicco Next2Me Forever is convertible and therefore usable for longer.

Choose a model with long straps and a high maximum insertion height. Or take the co-sleeper quiz.

The cover can be washed at 30–40°C. Clean the frame with a damp cloth. For the mattress: use a washable mattress protector. In case of stains, blot immediately, do not rub. Separate mattresses are available for all models.

Yes, most models are compact. The Quax Side-by-Side is extra convenient: foldable and lightweight.