Safety: Cots have bars or panels around them to prevent the baby from falling out.
Size: They are smaller than cot beds and regular beds.
Mattress: The mattress can be raised for newborns and lowered as the child grows.
Mobility: Some cots have casters to make them easier to move.
Materials: Cots are typically made of wood but can also be metal.
Variations: There are also cot beds that can be converted into toddler beds by lowering the sides.