We’re on our summer holiday in a few weeks time. We’ve plumped for Fuerteventura staying at the very beautiful Club Bahiazul. The pictures look lovely so I’m beyond excited. Somehow we’ve ended up with a 3 bedroom and 4 bathroom villa so plenty of room for Craig, Dexter, Bump and I to spread out in.
This of course means Dexie will have his own big-boy room. Although the holiday company have offered us a cot, I’ve turned it down as I’ve had one too many bad experiences with holiday cots. Last year was a disaster for us. The villa was stunning, but the cot provided wasn’t up to much at all. It was very tiny, very shallow, and the mattress was filthy. Dexter was only 6 months old at the time so popping him in a normal bed wasn’t an option. We ended up having him in bed with us!
So we’ve been on the hunt for a lightweight, compact full-sized travel cot. Having read a number of reviews of the Magicbed (a revolutionary full-sized pop up travel cot) it seemed like the ideal solution. So how delighted was I when they agreed to let me road test one in return for my first ever video review!!
Here’s bump and I demonstrating just how easy this bad boy is to assemble:
Oh okay, okay… it’s a bit cringeworthy. I don’t think QVC will be begging me to present for them anytime soon! But hopefully it serves to show you just how simple it is to get it baby-ready.
FEATURES:
Opens instantly, in 2 seconds
Coordinating carry bag with padded shoulder strap for hands free transportation
Full sized travel cot (100 x 60 cm)
Available on a choice of 4 colours
Removable and washable fleece lining for extra sleep comfort
Self inflating mattress
Having used a few travel cots now I’m always struck by how heavy and cumbersome they are. The Magicbed arrived in a beautiful and compact carry case and weighs just 3.4kg. As it can be slung over your shoulder you’ll still have your hands free to carry baby.
There are no tools required to assemble the Magicbed. This makes it perfect as an occassional cot for grandma as there’s no bending required and stows away nice and compact under the bed when she’s off-duty. Similarly it’s fabulous for sunny days in the park as a sun tent, and for overnight travel and holidays as it’s so lightweight and easy to assemble.
Dexter’s had a few sleeps in the Magicbed now and he loves it. Being a particularly boisterous and playful 15 month old, he’s given it a good shake and played a few games of peekaboo over the cot sides. The Magicbed has more than stood up to the test and I would happily recommend it as really sturdy and safe for a travelling toddler.
When up, it features a mobile phone (or monitor) pouch on one end of the cot, and a roomy pouch for teddy bears and soothers on the other. This means you can keep all of babies sleep-time essentials within easy reach so you won’t be searching in the bottom of your suitcase for your child’s favourite teddy - genius for when you’ve got a tired and stroppy tot on your hands.
The Magicbed costs £109.00 which is more than reasonable for a full-sized travel cot that will serve you for many years, and on many occasions.
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Disclosure: I was sent a Magicbed for the purpose of this review but all views and opinions expressed are honest and entirely my own.
great review thank you i have often looked at them online and wondered how practical they were
it sounds like they are a really good idea and alot simpler than a heavy travel cot
They are very practical. My only reservation is taking it on a flight as it’s quite bulky. Will let you know how we got on when I get back x
I am on the hunt for a new travel cot for Jelly Bean as he has now outgrown his bassinet that we have used. I had to throw away my old travel cot on our last holiday as it just wouldn’t collapse so we had to leave it where it was
the magicbed looks brilliant, I love the funky designs too. Have a lovely holiday 
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Thanks honey - I’d definitely recommend. Very reasonably priced and so easy to put up x
I think you did a great job with your review and i wouldn’t be surprised if you got a phone call from QVC with an offer. The travel cot though is a very clever idea and so easy to use and store and well worth the money.
Hi was wondering how you got on with taking this on a flight? Am thinking of getting one to visit rellies in NZ but concerned re size! Thanks
We recently flew via Easyjet. It had to go into excess baggage (purely because of it’s dimensions, not its weight) but this didn’t cost us any more money. It survived the flight beautifully and was perfect for Dexter. I’d highly recommend over using a villa rental (you just don’t know how many children have slept in them!).