The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

If you're camping with baby or visiting relatives sleeping well is crucial. Invest in our best cot bed to ensure your child is safe snug and cozy and can (hopefully!) sleep easily.

With a sleek and easy to assemble frame the cot bed has all the hallmarks of an excellent design. It can also be converted into a stylish toddler's bed.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley

The Coxley, our overall winner, is packed with features that reflect an elegantly handcrafted style. It comes with three adjustable base heights and converts into a toddler bed which will help your child through the first four years. It also comes with two teething rails which help soothe gums and prevent them from chewing the cot sides.

The Coxley comes in an entire nursery set that includes the stylish cotbed and a multipurpose dresser/changer unit. It also includes double wardrobe. The dresser/change unit has an easily removable changing top that turns it from a useful baby changing station into a sleek dresser that can be filled with your baby's favourite toys and treasures. The drawers can be made to fit your nursery's style.

A cot of good quality is one that will last until your child reaches four years old, but certain models offer the possibility of purchasing expansion packs that can extend their use to five or even 10 years. It's worth keeping an eye out for these since they may be less expensive than buying a new mattress and cot later.

When it comes to the top cot beds that we have reviewed, the Coxley is a great choice. It ticks all the right boxes - it's well-made, simple to put together and looks stunning in any nursery. However, it's somewhat more expensive than the other options we've listed and will require a standard sized mattress (which you'll need to purchase separately). It's still worth checking this out, however, because we believe it's worth the cost 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 effect details and soft curves for a standout design that's sure loved by both parents and baby. The crib bed can be used until your child is at the age of four, and can be easily converted to an adult bed by using a simple extension kit. The matching dresser includes a drawer under the bed that is perfect for blankets and muslins. It also has teething rails so that your child is safe sleeping.

Our test subject found this cot to be the best of the models we tested in terms of design and ease of assembly with an Allen key included so you can begin working right immediately. She also praised its sturdy construction and luxurious feel, saying that it felt like a "real piece of investment" as well as an attractive design for Cheap cots any nursery.

It's more expensive than the other cot-beds we've looked at however, the quality and durability make it worth the extra expense. The sleigh's design is stunning and will make any room where your baby's centre of attention! You can save money by purchasing accessories like a rail for teething and an organizer. We would suggest buying an oval mattress than one of the standard sizes to avoid stretching the slats and cause discomfort for your baby. Apart from that our test-bearer didn't have any issues with this crib and thought it was a fantastic buy.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is true luxury. With solid lumber slats made of birch and plywood, it's designed to last and has a genuine French look. It confirms to the French safety standards too, so you can be sure your child is safe and sound. We love the off-white finish, but it's also available in a stunning grey-green color.

Our testers thought it was easy to assemble, and also that it looked most luxurious of our selections. However, it's expensive and you'll need to buy an additional mattress - and when you're on a tight budget, there are more affordable alternatives there.

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This crib bed is an excellent choice if you are seeking additional features. It comes with a handy under-bed storage compartment and teething rails. You can also alter the height of base to three levels so that your child doesn't need to climb out of bed as they grow older.

The only downside to this cot is that it requires a mattress separately which could make the price go up even higher than other models we've reviewed. The stunning design as well as the ease of assembly and ability to grow along with your child are all appealing and make this cot worth the investment. Our test participants thought this cot would be a lovely addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis elementary is a great choice for parents looking for a stylish frame that lasts a long time. It's a bit more costly than other options we've seen but it includes an adjustable changing table and wardrobe, so you can kit out your nursery in one go. It's also simple to put together and has three mattress height positions for your baby to develop into. It has teething rails and an adjustable drawer that slides under the mattress to ensure you don't waste valuable floor space.

It's worth noting that you'll have to purchase an additional mattress for this crib bed, so make sure to budget accordingly. A good mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. This isn't an expensive cost. The only issue is that you might 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.

Many parents opt for cots for their children as they are reasonably priced and provide a comfortable sleeping area. Most cot beds are suitable for children ranging from birth to around four years of age, however some can be converted into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. We've included a couple of these in our list so you can search out for them if you want your cot bed to last longer.

The Wooden Cotbed

One of our favourite cot beds, this stunning, solid-wood number is beautifully designed and very stylish. It comes with a variety of other features, such as an under bed drawer and three adjustable base levels. The cot can be used up to the age of 4 years old (though most will need to be converted to a toddler bed with the conversion kit, which is sold separately).

Included are a teddy-bear canopy as well as teething bars that can be removed. Our test subject said that this cot bed was simple to put together, particularly since all the pieces were clearly labeled and well-packed. It's also smaller than some of the other cots that we tested and is the perfect choice for smaller rooms.

It's not cheap baby cots for sale, at PS599 with the mattress included however, it's a real investment piece and you could well use it for multiple babies. It's gorgeous in natural wood, but it also comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It transforms into an infant's bed in a snap (leaving three sides up for security) and into a daybed/sofa when your baby 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 that her Boori cot has lasted through three children, which means it does stand the test of time. It's a beautiful, traditional style that'll suit all homes and is made from sustainable sources of Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot comes with some useful accessories like an teddy-bear canopy, teething rails and the option to purchase the reflux wedge.