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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

Whether you're camping with baby or visiting relatives getting a good night's rest is essential. Consider investing in one of our top cot beds, to ensure your little one is snug, safe and (hopefully) sleeping comfortably.

With a slim design and easy-to-assemble frame the cot bed has all the hallmarks of a great design. It is also able to be transformed into a stylish toddler's bed.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley

Our overall winner, the Coxley is brimming with design features that adhere to an exquisitely designed and hand-crafted style. It comes with three adjustable base heights and converts into a toddler bed, so will see your child through their first four years. It comes with two teething bars that relax gums and stop them from chewing on the cot sides.

The Coxley is available as a full nursery set, which includes a chic cotbed, multipurpose dresser/change unit and a double wardrobe. The dresser/change cabinet has an adjustable changing top ranked cribs that can transform it into a convenient baby changing station into an elegant dresser that can be filled with all your baby's favourite toys and treasures. The drawers are completely customizable so you can match the style of your nursery.

Some cots can last 10 years or more using expansion packs. It's worth keeping an eye out for these since they may be less expensive than buying a brand new mattress and cot later on.

When it comes to the most effective cot beds, the Coxley ticks all the right boxes. It's well-made, simple to put together and looks stunning in any nursery. However, it is somewhat more expensive than the other options we've listed and will require a standard mattress (which you'll need to buy separately). It's definitely worth checking out, though, because we believe it's worth the cost for a durable design that looks incredibly sturdy.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and sleek option that will complement any nursery. It combines minimalist inspiration with a contemporary twist, featuring warm oak effect details and soft curves for a standout style that's sure to be loved by parents and the baby. The cot bed is designed to last until your child reaches four years old and converts to a toddler bed with a simple extension kit. The dresser that comes with it is an under-bed drawer that's ideal to store blankets and muslins, as well as teething rails to ensure your child is safe as they sleep.

Our test subject found this cot to be the best cot bed out of all the cots we tested for its design and ease of assembly, with an Allen key that comes with it so you can get to work straight immediately. She also praised its strong construction and luxurious feel and said it felt like an "real piece of investment" and was an elegant design for any nursery.

It's more expensive than the other cot sales beds we've looked at, but it's still an affordable alternative that's worth the price for its quality and durability. The sleigh's design is striking and will make any room where your baby's centre of attention! The useful extras, such as a useful drawer and rails for teething, can also cut down on the expense of buying separate furniture pieces in case you're on a tight budget. We would recommend purchasing an oval mattress instead of one of the standard UK sized one, to avoid stretching the slats too far and causing discomfort to your baby. Our tester had no issues with the cot, and thought it was an excellent purchase.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is real luxury. With solid birch oak and plywood slats, it's designed to last and has a classic French style. It confirms to the French safety standards too, so you can be sure your child will be safe and sound. It's available in two stunning colours Grey-green and off-white.

Our testers found it easy to put together, and also that it looked most luxurious of our selections. It's costly, especially since you have to buy the mattress separately. If you're looking to save money There are more affordable options available.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

If additional features are important for you, then this cot bed could be the best option. It has an under-bed storage drawer and teething rails. Plus, you can adjust the height of the base with three different settings so that your child won't have to climb out of the bed when they're older.

The only drawback to this cot is that you will need to buy a mattress separately which could make the cost rise even more than other models we've reviewed. Its stunning design, ease of assembly and ability to adapt to your baby's needs are all appealing and make it a worthwhile cost. Our testers thought this cot would make the perfect addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis elementary is a fantastic choice for parents who want a sleek frame that will last for a long time. It's a bit more expensive than some of the other options we've seen but it comes with an accompanying changing table and wardrobe, so you can kit out your nursery in one trip. Additionally, it's simple to put together and comes with 3 positions for the mattress's height so that your baby can develop into it. It has teething rails, and a drawer that slides neatly under the mattress to ensure you don't waste valuable floor space.

You'll have to purchase an additional mattress if you want to use this cot bed. So, make sure you budget your money accordingly. A good mattress can be bought for less than PS100. This is not a huge cost. The only downside is that you might have a difficult time finding an appropriate fit since the cot is an oval shape, however there are many kinds of mattresses that can work for it.

A lot of parents choose cot beds because they are great value and give your child a comfortable place to sleep. They're usually suitable from the time your child is born until the time he is about four years old. However, some convert into toddler beds by the purchase of an extension kit. You'll find some of them in our list if you're searching for a cot bed that lasts longer.

The Wooden Cot Bed

One of our favorite cot beds, this beautiful solid-wood model is well constructed and elegant. It also comes with a range of handy extras like a handy drawer underneath and three adjustable base heights. The cot is suitable for children from 4 years old to age (though some will need to be converted to a toddler bed using a conversion kit sold separately).

Included are a teddy-bear canopy as well as removable teething bars. Our test participant said that this Mini Cot Beds bed was easy to put together, especially since all pieces were clearly labeled and packed. It's also very small in comparison to other cots we tried and is a good choice for smaller rooms.

It's not inexpensive at PS599 and includes a mattress included. It's an investment piece, and it can be used for more than one Baby beds. It's gorgeous in natural wood, but it comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It can be converted into a toddler's bed easily (leaving three sides open to ensure security) and into a daybed/sofa once your child is ready to let go of the bars.

This is a great choice for parents seeking a sleeping solution that lasts for as long as they do. Our test with parents Becki stated that her Boori cot lasted through three children. It's got a lovely traditional design that will fit the majority of homes, and is constructed from sustainable Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot includes a number of useful accessories including a teddy bear canopy and teething rails, and the option of purchasing a reflux wedge for added comfort for little ones.