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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

A good night's sleep is important whether you're camping or visiting relatives. Choose the best crib cot bed to ensure that your child is secure and comfortable. They can (hopefully!) sleep easily.

This cot bed is a great design. It has a slim aesthetic and the frame is simple to put together. It also converts into a stylish toddler bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

The overall winner, the Coxley is packed with design features that follow an exquisitely designed and hand-crafted style. It comes with three adjustable cot bases and can be turned into a toddler's bed. It will last your child for the first four years. It has two teething bars that relax gums and prevent chewing on the sides of the cot.

The Coxley is available as a full nursery set, that includes a stylish crib, multi-purpose dresser/changer and double wardrobe. The dresser/change unit has an adjustable changing top that transforms it into a convenient baby changing station into an elegant dresser that could be filled with all your children's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers are fully customisable, so you can match the style of your nursery.

A good quality cot is one that will last until your child is around four years old. However some offer the possibility of purchasing expansion packs that extend their use to five or even 10 years. It's worth looking out for these since they may be less expensive than buying a new mattress and cot later.

When it comes to the most effective cot beds and cheap cots, the Coxley is a great choice. It ticks all the right boxes. It's sturdy, easy to put together and looks stunning in any nursery. It is more expensive than other options and requires a standard-sized mattress which you'll have to buy separately. It's worth a look because it looks like a very sturdy and long-lasting design.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is a sleek and elegant choice that'll complement any nursery. It has warm oak details, soft curves and an elegant design. Baby and parents will enjoy it. The crib bed can be used until your child reaches the age of four. It can be easily converted into an adult bed by using a simple extension kit. The matching dresser includes a drawer underneath the bed that is perfect for blankets and muslins. It also has teething rails so your child is safe sleeping.

This cot was rated as the top by our testers for its design, its ease of assembly, and the Allen key that comes with it. She also praised its strong construction and luxurious feel as it felt like it was a "real piece of investment" as well as an attractive addition to any baby's nursery.

It's a bit more expensive than the other cot beds we've looked at however it's an affordable alternative that's worth the extra money for its quality and longevity. The sleigh-style design is attractive and will make your child the center of attention in any room! The extras, like a useful drawer and teething rails can also cut down on the expense of buying separate furniture pieces if you're on a tight budget. However, we recommend purchasing an oval mattress rather than one of the standard sizes to avoid stretching the slats too much and possibly creating discomfort for your baby. Our tester had no other problems with the cot and deemed it an excellent buy.

The La Redoute Willox

As the name suggests this bed is the epitome luxurious. With solid wood slats and birch oak, it's designed to last and has an authentic French look. It also meets French safety standards, so you can rest assured that your child will be in good hands. We are awestruck by the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green color.

Our test participants found it easy to put together and believed it was the most luxurious looking cot in our round-up. However, it's expensive and you'll need to buy the mattress separately, and when you're on a tight budget, there are better alternatives there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed

If you are looking for additional features to you, then this cot bed could be the perfect option. It comes with a handy under-bed storage area and teething rails. You can also alter the height of base to three different levels so that your child won't have to climb out when they grow older.

The only drawback to this cot is that you need to buy a mattress separately which can make the cost rise even more than other models we've reviewed. Its stunning design and ease of assembly as well as ability to grow with your child are all appealing, making it worth the cost. Our test subjects thought that this cot would make the perfect addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis Elementary is a great choice for parents looking for a stylish modern frame that can endure the test of time. It's a bit more expensive than some of the other options we've seen but it comes with a matching changing table and wardrobe so you can kit out your nursery in one step. It's also easy to put together and includes three mattress heights for your Baby Cot Bed to develop into. It comes with teething rails and an elegantly arranged drawer that slides beneath so that you don't lose valuable floor space.

You'll need to purchase an additional mattress if you want to use this cot bed. Therefore, plan your budget accordingly. A quality mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. It's not an enormous cost. The only downside is that you might find it tricky to get an ideal fit due to the fact that the cot is an oval shape, however there are plenty of different kinds of mattresses that be suitable for it.

Many parents choose cot beds for their children as they are inexpensive and provide a comfortable sleeping area. Most cot beds are suitable for children from birth to about four years old age, however some can be transformed into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. You'll find several of them on our list if you're searching for a cot bed that lasts longer.

The Wooden Cotbed

This gorgeous solid-wood cot bed is elegant and beautifully designed. It also comes with a range of handy extras like a handy drawer underneath and three heights that can be adjusted. The cot can be used up to the age of four years old (though the majority of them will need be converted to an infant bed using a conversion kit, sold separately).

A teddy bear canopy and removable rails for teething are included. This cot bed was easy for our tester to assemble. All of the pieces were clearly marked and packed. It's also smaller in size than some of the other cots we tried and is the perfect choice for smaller rooms.

It is not inexpensive at PS599 with the mattress included. But it feels like an investment piece, and you can use it for more than one child. It's beautiful in natural wood, but also comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It converts to an infant's bed in a snap (leaving three sides open for safety) and then into a daybed/sofa when your baby is ready to leave the bars behind.

This is a great choice for parents seeking a sleeping solution that can last for as long as their children do. Our parent tester Becki stated that her Boori cot was able to last through three children. The best cot bed has a traditional design that will suit most homes. It's made from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with a few handy features like a teddy bear-themed canopy and teething rails. There's also the option of purchasing an reflux wedge to provide comfort for babies.