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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

If you're camping with baby or visiting family, a comfortable night's sleep is vital. Consider investing in one of our best cot beds, to ensure your little one is snug, safe and (hopefully) sleeping easily.

This cot bed is a great design. It is slim and sleek, and the frame is simple to put together. It is also able to be transformed into a stylish toddler's bed.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley

The Coxley, our overall winner is loaded with features that follow an elegantly handcrafted aesthetic.  browse around here  comes with three adjustable base heights and converts into a toddler bed so will see your child through the first four years. It has two teething bars that relax gums and stop chewing on the sides of the cot.

The Coxley is available in the complete nursery set which includes a chic cotbed, a multi-purpose dresser/changer and double wardrobe. The dresser/change comes with an easily removable changing unit that transforms it from a practical baby changing station to an elegant dresser. It can be filled with your child's most loved toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized, so you can match it to your nursery style.

A cot of good quality is one that will last until your child is about 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 can be less expensive than buying a new mattress or cot.

When it comes to the top cot beds and cots, the Coxley meets all the right boxes. It's sturdy, easy to build and looks fantastic in any nursery. It's more expensive than the other options and requires a standard-sized mattress which you will need to buy separately. It's worth checking out, however, because we think it's well worth the money for a long-lasting design that looks extremely sturdy.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is a sleek and elegant choice that'll fit in with any nursery. It is a minimalist design that has modern twists, with warm oak-like details and soft curves to create a stunning look that's sure to be loved by both parents and the baby. The cot bed can be used until your child is at the age of four. It can be easily transformed into an adult bed by using an easy extension kit. The dresser that comes with it is an under-bed drawer that is ideal for storing muslins and blankets as well as teething rails to ensure your child is safe as they sleep.

Our test subject found this crib to be the best out of all the cots we evaluated for its design and ease of assembly with an Allen key that comes with it so you can begin working right from the start. She also praised its sturdy construction and high-quality feel as it felt like an "real piece of investment" and was a stylish addition to any baby's nursery.

It's more expensive than the other cribs we examined however it's an affordable alternative that's worth the money for its durability and quality. The sleigh-style style is attractive and will make your baby the centre of attention in any room! The useful extras, such as 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. We recommend buying an oval mattress instead of one of the standard UK sized one, to avoid stretching the slats and causing discomfort to your baby. In addition our test subject didn't experience any issues with the cot and stated it was a great purchase.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is a real luxurious. With solid wood slats and birch oak made to last, it's designed to last and has a classic French style. It confirms to the French safety standards and you can rest assured that your child will be safe and sound. It is 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 in our roundup. However, it is expensive - especially as you need to buy the mattress separately, and if you're on a budget there are better alternatives there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed

If extra features are important to you, then this cot bed might be the ideal choice. It comes with a useful drawer for storage under the bed and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of base to three different levels, so that your child won't have to climb out of bed as they grow older.

The only downside of this cot is that you will need to buy a mattress separately which can make the cost rise even more than other models in our review. Its stunning design, ease of assembly and capacity to adapt to your baby's needs are all appealing though which makes it a worthy cost. Our test participants loved the cot and thought it would be a beautiful addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis elementary is a great option for parents looking for an elegant frame that will last a long time. It's more expensive than the other options however, it comes with a matching wardrobe and changing table to outfit your nursery all at once. It's also easy to set up and has three positions for the mattress's height so that your baby will be able to grow into it. It comes with teething rails and an elegantly arranged drawer that slides under the mattress to ensure you don't waste valuable floor space.

Baby Cot  noting that you'll need a mattress separately for this crib bed, so make sure you budget accordingly. A quality mattress can be bought for less than PS100. This is not an enormous cost. The only issue is that you may have a difficult time finding a good fit because the cot is an oval shape, however there are plenty of different kinds of mattresses that can work for it.

A lot of parents choose cot beds as they are great value and offer your child a comfy place to sleep. The majority of 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. You can find several of them on our list if you're looking for a cot mattress that lasts longer.

The Wooden Cot Bed

One of our favorite 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 until the age of four (though the majority of them will need be converted to an infant bed using a conversion kit, sold separately).

Included are a teddy-bear canopy as well as teething bars that can be removed.  Baby beds  was simple for our test participant to put together. All of the pieces were clearly marked and well-packed. It's also very small compared to some of the other cots we looked at, making 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 make use of it for multiple babies. It's gorgeous in natural wood, but it comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It can easily be converted into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides up to ensure safety) and later into a sofa/daybed once your child is ready to let go of the bars.

It's an excellent choice for parents who are looking for an adjustable sleeping solution that lasts as long as is possible. our test with parents Becki says her Boori cot has survived three children, which means it seems to stand the test of time. The cot is a classic design that will suit most homes. It's made from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with useful extras like the teddy bear canopy teething rails, and the option to buy a reflux wedge.