The best crib newborn Cot Beds For Your Little One
A comfortable night's rest is important, whether you're camping or visiting your family. Make sure you invest in one of our best infant cribs cot beds, to ensure your child is secure, safe and (hopefully) sleeping easily.
With a slim aesthetic and easy to assemble frame, this cot bed has all the hallmarks of a high-quality design. It can also transform into a stylish toddler bed.
The Mamas & Papas Coxley
Our overall winner is the Coxley is packed with features that reflect an exquisitely hand-crafted look. It has three adjustable cot bases and can be turned into a toddler's bed. This will keep your child happy for the first four years. It also has two teething rails which aid in soothing gums and stop them from chewing the sides of the cot.
The Coxley is the form of a complete nursery set which includes a stylish cotbed as well as an all-purpose dresser/changer. It also comes with a double wardrobe. The dresser/change unit comes with a removable changing top that can transform it from a handy baby changing station into an elegant dresser that can be filled with your children's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers are completely customizable so you can match the style of your nursery.
A cot of good quality should last until your child is around four years old, but some come with the possibility of purchasing expansion packs that extend their use to five or even 10 years. They can be less expensive than purchasing a new cot or mattress.
When it comes to the best cots cot beds, the Coxley meets all the right boxes - it's well-made, simple to build and looks fantastic in any nursery. However, it's somewhat 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, because we think it's well worth the cost for a durable design that looks incredibly sturdy.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is a elegant and stylish choice that'll complement any nursery. It blends minimalist design with contemporary flair, featuring warm oak-effect details and soft curves for a standout look that's sure to be loved by parents and the baby. The cot bed is designed to be used until your child is four years old, and can be converted to a toddler bed by using a simple extension kit. The dresser that comes with it is a handy under-bed drawer that is ideal to store blankets and muslins, as well as teething rails to keep your baby safe while they sleep.
This cot was rated as the best rated cribs by our tester for its design, its ease of assembly, and the Allen key that comes with it. The tester also praised its sturdy construction and luxurious feel, stating that it is it's a "real investment piece" and is an elegant design for any nursery.
It's a little more expensive than some of the other cot beds we looked at, but it's still an affordable alternative that's worth the cost for its quality and longevity. The sleigh-style design is attractive and will make your baby the center of attention in any room! The extras, like a handy drawer and teething rails will also save you the expense of buying separate furniture pieces if you're on a tight budget. We recommend buying an oval mattress instead of a standard UK size one, to avoid stretching the slats out and causing discomfort for your baby. Aside from this, our tester didn't have any issues with this cot and said it was a great buy.
The La Redoute Willox
This cot bed is real luxurious. With solid lumber slats made of birch and plywood made to last, it's designed to last and has a genuine French feel to it. It is certified to French safety standards too and you can be sure your little one will be safe and sound. It is available in two stunning colors grey-green and off-white.
Our testers thought it was easy to assemble, and also that it looked most luxurious of our selections. It's expensive, particularly since you have to buy the mattress separately. If you're on budget, there are cheaper options available.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed
If additional features are important for you then this cot bed is the perfect option. It comes with a handy under-bed storage compartment and teething rails. You can also alter the height of base to three different levels so that your child doesn'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 push the price up even more than other models we've reviewed. Its gorgeous design as well as its ease of assembly and ability to grow with your child are all appealing and make it a worthwhile investment. Our test participants thought this cot would make a lovely addition to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis elementary is a great choice for parents looking for an elegant frame that will last a long time. It's more expensive than other options but it comes with matching wardrobe and changing table to outfit your nursery in one go. It's also easy to set up and has three positions for the mattress's height so that your baby can develop into it. It comes with teething rails and a drawer that slides neatly under the mattress to ensure you don't waste valuable floor space.
It's important to note that you'll need an additional mattress for this cot bed, so make sure you budget for it. A good mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. This is not a huge expense. It can be difficult to find a mattress that is suitable for the oval shape of the cot however, there are many types that will fit.
A lot of parents choose to use cot beds due to the fact that they are great value and provide your child with a comfy place to sleep. Most cot beds are suitable for children ranging from birth to around four years of age, but some may be transformed into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. We've included a few of these in our list so you can search out for them if you want your cot bed to last even longer.
The Wooden Cot Bed
One of our top cot beds, this gorgeous, solid-wood number is beautifully designed and very stylish. It also has a number of nifty extras including a drawer beneath that is handy as well as three heights that can be adjusted. The cot can be used until the age of 4 years old (though the majority of them will need be converted to a toddler bed with the conversion kit, which is sold separately).
Included are a teddy-bear canopy and teething bars that can be removed. Our test participant said that this cot bed was easy to put together, especially since all pieces were clearly labeled and well-packed. It's also smaller than other cots we tried which makes it a good option for smaller rooms.
It's not cheap at PS599 with the recommended mattress included, but it feels like an investment piece and you could well utilize it for multiple children. It's beautiful in natural wood, but it comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It converts to a toddler's bed with ease (leaving three sides up to ensure safety) and into an upholstered daybed when your child is ready to let go of the bars.
It's a great choice for parents who are looking for an adjustable sleep solution that can last as long as possible - our parent tester Becki says her Boori cot has lasted through three children, so it does endure the test of time. It's a beautiful traditional design that will fit all homes and is made from sustainable sources of Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot comes with some useful extras including a teddy bear-themed canopy and teething rails. There's also the option of purchasing a reflux wedge for added comfort for children.