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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

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

With a slim design and a simple to assemble frame, this cot bed has all the hallmarks of a great design. It can also transform into a stylish toddler bed.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley

Our overall winner is the Coxley is brimming with design features that follow a beautifully hand-crafted aesthetic. It has three cot bases that can be adjusted and can be transformed into an infant's bed. This will keep your child happy for the first four years. It comes with two teething bars that soothe gums and prevent chewing on the cot sides.

The Coxley is available in a complete nursery set, that includes a stylish cotbed, a multi-purpose dresser/changer and double wardrobe. The dresser/change unit comes with an adjustable changing top that transforms it into a convenient baby changing station to a sleek dresser that can be filled with all of your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized and you can tailor it to the decor of your nursery.

A good quality cot should be able to last until your child reaches four years old. However, some come with the possibility of purchasing expansion packs which extend their use up to five or even 10 years. They are less expensive than buying a brand new cot or mattress.

When it comes to the top cot beds and cots, the Coxley meets all the right boxes. It's well-made, simple to build and looks fantastic in any nursery. It is, however, a little more expensive than the other options on our list and will require a standard mattress (which you'll need to purchase separately). It's worth checking out, though, as we believe it's worth the cost for a long-lasting design that appears extremely durable.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and sleek choice that will go well with any nursery. It features warm oak effect details, soft curves and a minimalist design. Parents and babies will love it. The cot bed is made to be used until your child is four years old, and can be converted to a toddler bed with an easy extension kit. The dresser comes with a drawer under the bed which is ideal for blankets and muslins. It also comes with teething rails so your child is safe sleeping.

Our tester found this cot to be the most effective 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 start working right away. It also received praise for its sturdy construction and high-quality feel as it felt like an "real piece of investment" as well as an elegant addition to any baby's nursery.

It's a bit more expensive than the other cot beds we looked at, but it's still an affordable alternative that's worth the price for its quality and longevity. The sleigh design is striking and will make any room where your baby's centre of attention! You can save money by purchasing additional items like a teething rail and a drawer. We suggest buying an oval mattress instead of a standard UK size one, to prevent stretching the slats too far and causing discomfort for your baby. Our tester had no other problems with the cot and deemed it an excellent buy.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is real luxurious. With solid lumber slats made of birch and plywood It's built to last and has an authentic French look. It confirms to the French safety standards, so you can rest assured that your little one will be safe and sound. We are awestruck by the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green colour.

Our testers found it easy to put together and that it looked the most luxurious of our selections. However, it's costly particularly since you have to purchase the mattress separately, and when you're on a tight budget, there are cheaper alternatives out there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

If you are looking for additional features for you, then this cot bed could be the ideal option. It has a convenient under-bed storage space and teething rails. Plus, you can adjust the height of the base by three different settings, so your child doesn't have to climb out of the bed when they're older.

The only downside to this cot is that it requires a separate mattress that can make the price go up more than other models we looked at. The beautiful design, ease of assembly, and the capacity to grow with your child are all attractive and make this cot worth the investment. Our test subjects thought that this cot would be the perfect addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis elementary is a fantastic choice for parents looking for an elegant frame that will last a long time. It's a bit more expensive than some of the other options we've looked at, but it comes with an adjustable changing table and wardrobe making it possible to furnish your nursery in one trip. It's also easy to assemble and has three mattress height positions for your baby to grow into. It comes with teething rails and a drawer that slides neatly underneath so you don't lose valuable floor space.

It's important to note that you'll need to buy a separate mattress for this cot bed, so make sure you budget for it. You can get a good mattress of good quality for less than PS100, so it's not too much of an additional expense. It may be difficult to find a mattress that is suitable for the oval shape of the cot, but there are many different kinds that can be used.

A lot of parents opt for cot beds as they are great value and provide your child with a comfortable place to sleep. Most cot beds are suitable for babies to about four years old age, but some can be transformed into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. We've included a few of these in our list so you can search for them if want your cot bed to last longer.

The Wooden Cot Bed

One of our top cot beds, this gorgeous solid-wood model is well constructed and stylish. It also comes with a range of useful extras, including an under-bed drawer that is handy and three heights that can be adjusted. The cot can be used up to the age of 4 years old (though the majority of them will need be converted into a toddler bed with a conversion kit, sold separately).

A teddy bear canopy and removable teething rails are also included. Our tester said this cot bed was easy to assemble, especially as all pieces were clearly labeled and well packed. It's also very small compared to some of the other cots offers we tested and is a good choice for smaller rooms.

It is not expensive at PS599 and includes a mattress included. However, it is an investment piece, and you can use it for more than one Baby Crib. It looks stunning in natural wood, but it is also available in three Scandi-inspired finishes. It can be easily converted into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides up to ensure safety) and it can be converted into a daybed or sofa when your child is ready to let go of the bars.

It's a great option for parents who are looking for a versatile sleeping solution that lasts for as long as it can - our parent tester Becki says her Boori cot has survived three children, so it really does stand the test of time. It's a beautiful traditional design that's suitable for the majority of homes, and is made of sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot comes with some handy extras such as a teddy-bear canopy, teething rails and the option of purchasing the reflux wedge.