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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

When you’re camping with your baby or visiting relatives sleeping well is vital. Make sure you have the best crib bed to ensure that your child is secure, snug and can (hopefully!) sleep easily.

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

The Mamas & Papas Coxley

The overall winner, the Coxley is packed with design features that follow an exquisitely hand-crafted look. It has three cot bases that can be adjusted and can be converted into a toddler’s bed. This will last your child for the first four years. It also comes with two rails for teething which aid in soothing gums and stop them from chewing on the cot sides.

The Coxley comes in an entire nursery set that includes a chic cotbed as well as a multipurpose dresser/changer unit. It also comes with two wardrobes. The dresser/change unit comes with an adjustable changing top that turns it from a handy baby changing station into an elegant dresser that can be filled with all your child’s favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customised to fit your nursery’s style.

A cot of good quality should be able to last until your child is about four years old. However some come with the possibility of purchasing expansion packs that can extend their use to five or even 10 years. It’s worth looking out for these because they can be cheaper than buying a brand new mattress and cot later on.

The Coxley is a fantastic choice for cot beds. It’s simple to put together and is well-made. It looks fantastic in any nursery. It is more expensive than the other options and requires a standard-sized mattress which you’ll need to buy separately. It’s still worth a look because it looks like it’s a sturdy and durable 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 a minimalist design. Baby and parents will love it. The cot bed can be used until your child reaches the age of four, and can be easily transformed into an infant bed with an easy extension kit. The coordinating dresser comes with a handy under-bed drawer that’s ideal to store blankets and muslins, as well as teething rails to ensure your child is secure while they sleep.

This cot was rated the top by our testers for its design, its ease of assembly, and the Allen key that comes with. It also received praise for its sturdy construction and premium feeling as it felt like an «real piece of investment» and was an attractive accessory to any nursery.

It’s more expensive than the other cribs we examined, but it’s still an affordable alternative that’s worth the price for its quality and durability. The sleigh-style style is attractive and will make your baby the centre of attention in any room! The extras, like an adorable drawer and teething rails, will also help you avoid the cost of purchasing separate furniture pieces when you’re on a strict budget. We recommend buying an oval mattress instead of one of the standard UK size to avoid stretching the slats too far and causing discomfort to your baby. In addition our test subject didn’t experience any issues with this cot and stated it was a great purchase.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is a real luxurious. It’s constructed of solid birch and plywood slats and is built to last. It has a French look and feel. It also meets French safety standards, so you can rest assured that your child will be in safe hands. It is available in two stunning colours grey-green and off-white.

Our testers thought it was easy to put together and also that it looked most luxurious of our selections. It is expensive, especially since you have to buy the mattress separately. If you’re on budget there are alternatives that are less expensive available.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

This crib bed is an excellent option if you’re seeking additional features. It has a convenient under-bed storage compartment and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of the base to three different levels so that your child doesn’t need to climb out when they get older.

The only downside of this cot is that you will need to buy a mattress separately which can increase the cost more than other models in our review. The beautiful design, ease of assembly, and the capacity to grow with your child are all appealing, making this cot worth the cost. Our testers thought this cot would be a lovely addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis Elementary is a great option for parents looking for a stylish, modern-looking frame that will endure the test of time. It’s more expensive than the other options however, it comes with a matching wardrobe and changing table so you can furnish your nursery all at once. It’s also easy to assemble, and includes three mattress heights for your baby to develop into. It has teething rails and an elegantly arranged drawer that slides under the mattress to ensure you don’t waste valuable floor space.

It’s important to note that you’ll need a separate mattress for this cot bed, so be sure you budget for it. A high-quality mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. This is not an expensive expense. The only drawback is that you might have a difficult time finding a good fit because the cot has an oval shape. However, there are plenty of different types of mattresses that will be suitable for it.

A lot of parents choose to use cot beds as they are affordable and offer your child a comfy place to sleep. Most cot beds are suitable for children from birth to about four years old age, but some can be converted 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 would like your cot to last for a longer time.

The Wooden Cotbed

This beautiful solid-wood cot bed is elegant and beautifully designed. It has many other features, including a drawer under the bed and three adjustable base levels. The cot can be used up to the age of four (though the majority of them will need to be converted to a toddler bed with a conversion kit, sold separately).

A teddy bear canopy as well as removable teething rails are also included. Our tester said the cot bed was simple to put together, especially since all the pieces were clearly labeled and well packed. It’s also very small in comparison to other cots we tested, making it a good option for smaller spaces.

It’s not inexpensive at PS599, with the mattress included. It’s an investment piece, and you can use it for more than one child. It’s gorgeous in natural wood, but also comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It can be converted into a toddler’s bed easily (leaving three sides up to ensure security) and then into a daybed/sofa when your baby is ready to leave the bars behind.

It’s a great choice for parents looking for an option for a flexible sleep solution that will last as long as is possible. our parent tester Becki says her Boori cot has been used by three children, so it really seems to last the test of time. It has a lovely, traditional style that’ll suit all homes and is made from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Cots4Tots Radiata wood. The cot comes with useful extras like a teddy-bear canopy, teething rails and the option of purchasing a reflux wedge.