The best cot beds (www.Matatabix.net) For Your Little One

A good night's sleep is crucial whether you're camping or visiting family. Make sure you have the best crib bed to ensure that your child is secure, snug and can (hopefully!) sleep easily.

With a slim design and a simple to assemble frame this cot bed bears all the marks of a great design. It can also be converted into a chic toddler's bed.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley

The Coxley is our top pick is loaded with features that adhere to an elegantly designed and handcrafted look. It has three adjustable cot base heights, and can be converted into a toddler bed which will help your child through the first four years. It comes with two teething bars that relax gums and stop them from chewing on sides of the cot.

The Coxley comes as the form of a complete nursery set which includes a chic cotbed as well as a multi-purpose dresser/changer unit. It also comes with a double wardrobe. The dresser/change comes with an adjustable changing unit that can transform it from a convenient baby changing station into a sleek dresser. It can be filled with your child's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers are completely customizable so you can match the style of your nursery.

Some cots can last 10 years or more with expansion packs. It's worth looking out for these because they can be cheaper than buying a new mattress and cot later on.

The Coxley is a great choice for cot beds. It's easy to assemble and is well-made. It looks fantastic in any nursery. It's more expensive than other models and requires a standard-sized mattress which you'll need to buy separately. It's still worth checking this out, though, because we think it's worth the cost for a long-lasting design that appears extremely durable.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is a sleek and elegant choice that'll be a perfect fit for any nursery. It combines minimalist inspiration with modern twists, with warm oak-effect details and soft curves to create a stunning style that's sure to be loved by parents and the baby. The cot bed is made to last until your child reaches four years old, and can be converted to a toddler bed with an easy extension kit. The dresser that comes with it is a handy under-bed drawer that's ideal to store blankets and muslins as well as teething rails to ensure your child is safe as they sleep.

Our test subject found this crib to be the best of all the models we tested in terms of design and ease of assembly with an Allen key that comes with it so you can start working right from the start. She also praised the sturdy design and premium feel, stating that it is a "real investment piece" as well as being an elegant design for any nursery.

It's more expensive than other cot-beds we've looked at, but the quality and durability are worth the extra cost. The sleigh-style design is striking and will make your child the center of attention in any room! The nifty extras, including a handy drawer and teething rails will also help you avoid the cost of purchasing separate furniture pieces when you're on a strict budget. We would suggest buying an oval mattress than the standard size of a UK-sized one to avoid overstretching the slats and potentially creating discomfort for your baby. In addition our test subject didn't experience any issues with this cot and said it was a great purchase.

The La Redoute Willox

As its name suggests the cot bed is the epitome of luxurious. With solid birch oak and plywood slats It's built to last and has a classic French style. It also complies with French safety standards, so you can rest sure that your child will be in good hands. We love the off-white finish, but it's also available in a stunning grey-green color.

Our test subjects thought it was easy to put together, and also that it looked most luxurious in our roundup. However, it's expensive - especially as you need to buy the mattress separately, and If you're looking for a budget-friendly option, there are more affordable alternatives there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed

If additional features are important for you, then this cot bed might be the best choice. It comes with an under-bed storage drawer and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of base to three levels so that your child doesn't have to climb out as they get older.

The only drawback of this cot is that you will need to purchase a mattress separately - something that can push the price up even more than other models we've reviewed. The beautiful design, ease of assembly, and the capacity to grow with your child are all appealing, making this cot worth the money. Our test participants loved this cot and thought it would be a beautiful addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis Elementary is a good choice for parents who want a chic contemporary frame that can last for a long time. It's more expensive than some of the other options we've seen, but it includes an adjustable changing table and wardrobe making it possible to furnish your nursery in one go. Plus, it's easy to set up and has three mattress height positions so your Baby Cot will be able to grow into it. It also comes with teething rails and an elegantly slidable drawer under so that you don't have to sacrifice floor space.

It's important to note that you'll have to purchase an additional mattress for this cot bed, so make sure to budget accordingly. You can find a decent mattress for less than PS100 which isn't too much of an additional cost. It might be difficult to find a mattress that fits the oval shape of the cot but there are many different kinds that are suitable for.

A lot of parents opt for cot beds due to the fact that they are great value and offer your child an enjoyable place to sleep. They're usually suitable from birth until your child is around four years old. However, some convert into toddler beds with the purchase of an extension kit. We've included a few of these in our list and suggest you look for them if would like your cot to last even longer.

The Wooden Cot Bed

One of our top cot beds, this stunning solid-wood version is beautifully designed and very elegant. It also has a number of additional features, including an under-bed drawer and three adjustable base levels. The cot can be used up to the age of four years old (though the majority of them will need to be converted to an infant bed using an conversion kit, available separately).

A teddy bear canopy and removable rails for teething are included. This cot bed was simple for our tester to assemble. All the pieces were clearly labeled and well-packed. It's also smaller in size than some of the other cots 4 tots that we tested and is the perfect choice for smaller rooms.

It's not cheap cot bed, costing PS599 with the mattress included, but it feels like an investment piece and you could well utilize it for multiple children. 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 in place to ensure safety) and later into a sofa/daybed once your child is ready to let go of the bars.

This is an excellent choice for parents seeking a sleeping solution that lasts for as long as they do. Our test with parents Becki said that her Boori cot lasted through three children. It's a beautiful traditional design that will fit all homes and is constructed from sustainable sources of Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot comes with some useful extras like an teddy-bear canopy, teething rails and the option to buy the reflux wedge.