The Top 6 Toddler Beds

Why pick this one? The Dream On Me toddler bed was voted number one for that fact that it features a timeless design that can fit a variety of decors. The headboard and footboard have a slight curve, adding a bit of classic detail that works well for both boys' and girls' rooms. It’s also a safe design for your toddler, as there aren’t any sharp edges. The bed frame is made of renewable and sustainable wood from New Zealand. For your toddler’s safety, the bed sits low to the ground, there are guardrails on both sides, and there’s a center leg to provide extra stability; however, some Pampers Parents still found it could have been sturdier. This toddler bed is available in 12 different finishes, including espresso, black, natural, pink, gray, and white, among others. This range of color options means you can easily pick the shade that matches your child’s bedroom decor.

Highlights: The toddler bed meets rigorous safety standards set by the JPMA and is manufactured without harmful chemicals like phthalates, latex, lead, and BPA.

Price*: about $74.47 on Amazon.com

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Why pick this one? Featuring Nick Jr.’s PAW Patrol in the design and colors, this toddler bed could be the perfect choice for your little one if he’s a PAW Patrol fan. Other designs are also available, such as Sesame Street, Ninja Turtles, PJ Masks, Peppa Pig, and Spiderman, so you can choose something that your toddler will love. Keep in mind that if you plan to reuse this bed for your next child, the specific design may be out of style by that point, or your new child may prefer something entirely different. The bed itself includes guardrails on both sides, and sits low to the ground. The manufacturer recommends this bed for children over 15 months old. Our list also includes another PAW Patrol toddler bed.

Highlights: The toddler bed meets rigorous safety standards set by the JPMA.

Price*: about $59.98 on Amazon.com

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Why pick this one? Your little Disney fan will love this toddler bed. Besides the Minnie Mouse theme, it also comes in Mickey Mouse, Toy Story, Lion King, Cars, and Frozen designs, among others. The toddler bed features Minnie Mouse and her BFF Daisy Duck with colorful graphics on the headboard and footboard. To make the bed extra-safe there are guardrails on both sides, and it sits low to the ground. The manufacturer recommends the bed for children over 15 months old.

Highlights: The toddler bed meets rigorous safety standards set by the JPMA.

Price*: about $59.98 on Amazon.com

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Why pick this one? This elegant toddler bed includes a tufted headboard and footboard upholstered in ultra-soft microfiber polyester. This bed would be perfect for any prince or princess! The sturdy bed frame is made from solid wood. The headboard and footboard are made with a foam insert, providing extra padding in case you have a jumper in the family. Some Pampers Parents wished the bed came in more color options, but you can easily use colorful sheets if you’d like to better complement your child’s bedroom décor.

Highlights: Tools are included for easy assembly. The fabric can be easily wiped clean with just soap and water.

Price*: about $46.00 on Amazon.com

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Why pick this one? This elegant sleigh-style toddler bed is made of sustainable wood and sits low to the ground, making accidental falls less worrisome. However, the best part about the bed is that it can convert into two child-sized chairs and a coffee table once your child has outgrown it. Unfortunately, the conversion kit is sold separately. Included are four wooden side rails to keep your toddler from falling out of bed. Center legs provide additional stability. The bed is available in white, lavender, mint, blue, and espresso, among other colors, so you can choose something that matches the décor of your child’s bedroom. Because of this toddler bed’s unique convertibility, it is the most expensive one on our list, but this extra cost might be worth it if you plan for your child to be able to use the converted chairs and table for many more years to come.

Highlights: The toddler bed meets rigorous safety standards as set by the JPMA. It’s free from chemicals such as phthalates, latex, lead, and BPA.

Price*: about $138.59 on Amazon.com

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Why pick this one? Featuring the characters of Nick Jr.’s PAW Patrol, this toddler bed was designed to sit on the floor for your toddler’s safety, ensuring your child doesn’t have much height at all to fall from should he accidentally roll off the bed during the night. Unlike the other Paw Patrol toddler bed on our list, this toddler bed is made entirely of molded plastic, making it light and easy to assemble. Another benefit of this product is that there are built-in guardrails so there’s no need to buy rails separately. The toddler bed also offers lots of versatility, because once your toddler has outgrown it, you can also use it as a play enclosure, ball pit, or any other safe use you can come up with. You can also purchase the bed in different styles, such as the Batmobile, a racecar, or police cruiser, to suit your toddler’s favorite characters, hobbies, or role models.

Highlights: The toddler bed meets rigorous safety standards as set by the JPMA.

Price*: about $64.99 on Amazon.com

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Bonus: The Best Convertible Crib/Toddler Bed Guard Rail

If you already have toddler bed but you’re looking for an add-on guardrail, this is the product Pampers Parents recommend:

Why pick this one? The Hiccapop bed rail may be one of the safest ones on the market as it uses steel clamps to anchor to your toddler’s bed instead of just sliding under the mattress. It’s constructed from hardened steel and is made with heavy-duty fabrics that the manufacturer claims have a lower risk of tearing or fraying. Installation is simple and extra tools aren’t needed for the install. The guard fits most convertible cribs and toddler beds except for Ikea products. During the day, you can easily fold the rail down and out of the way, and the hinges are childproof so your toddler won’t get his fingers stuck in them. When bedtime comes, the rail can easily snap back into place, locking securely to keep your toddler from rolling off his bed during the night.

Highlights: The fabric cover can be easily removed for machine-washing. Price*: about $36.92 on Amazon.com

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The Bottom Line

The hardest decision in choosing a toddler bed may just be which style to select. All the toddler beds on this list feature the safety of guardrails and are low to the ground—some even on the ground. So, you know your toddler will be safe from falling out of bed, or at least won’t be far from the floor if that happens. Moving to toddler bed is another exciting step in your little one’s development; choosing a bed your toddler likes will help make the transition easier. Next thing you know you’ll be buying him extra-long sheets for his college dorm room bed.