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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

When you’re camping with your baby or visiting relatives, a comfortable night’s sleep is crucial. Invest in one of our best cot beds, to ensure your baby is comfortable and safe (hopefully) sleeping comfortably.

This cot bed is an excellent design. It has a sleek and minimalist appearance and the frame is simple to put together. It can also be transformed into a stylish toddler’s bed.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley

The Coxley is our top pick, is packed with features that follow an elegantly handcrafted style. It comes with three adjustable cot bases and can be converted into an infant’s bed. This will keep your child happy for the first four years. It comes with two teething bars to soothe gums and stop chewing on the sides of the cot.

The Coxley is a complete nursery set that includes a chic cotbed as well as an all-purpose dresser/changer. It also comes with two wardrobes. The dresser/change unit has an easily removable changing top that can transform it into a convenient baby changing station to a sleek dresser that can be filled with all of your children’s favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized to match the style of your nursery.

A cot of good quality is one that will last until your child is about four years old, but some come with the option of purchasing expansion packs that extend their use to five or even 10 years. These can be more affordable than purchasing a new mattress or cot.

When it comes to the most effective cot beds that we have reviewed, the Coxley is a great choice. It ticks all the right boxes. It’s sturdy, easy to put together and looks great in any nursery. It is more expensive than the other options and requires a standard-sized mattress which you’ll have to purchase separately. It’s still worth looking at, however because it looks like it’s a sturdy and long-lasting design.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is a elegant and sleek choice that will fit in with any nursery. It combines minimalist inspiration with contemporary flair, featuring warm oak effect details and soft curves to create a stunning design that’s sure loved by parents and the baby. The crib bed can be used until your child reaches age of four. It can be easily transformed into an infant bed with a simple extension kit. The matching dresser includes an under-bed drawer which is ideal for blankets and muslins. It also comes with teething rails to ensure your child will be secure while sleeping.

This cot was rated the top by our testers for its design, ease of assembly and the Allen key that comes with it. The tester also praised its sturdy design and premium feel, noting that it is it’s a “real investment piece” and is an attractive design for any nursery.

It’s more expensive than other cot beds we’ve examined however the quality and durability are worth the cost. The sleigh’s design is striking and will make any room where your baby’s the center of attention! You can save money by purchasing accessories like teething rails and an organizer. However, we would recommend buying an oval mattress than a standard UK-sized one to avoid stretching the slats too much and possibly causing your baby discomfort. Our tester had no other issues with the cot, and thought it was an excellent buy.

The La Redoute Willox

As its name suggests this bed is the epitome luxury. It is constructed of solid slats of plywood and birch, and is built to last. It has an ethereal French feel. It also complies with French safety standards and you can rest at ease knowing that your child will be in good hands. We are awestruck by the off-white finish but it’s also available in a stunning grey-green color.

Our testers found it easy to assemble, and that it appeared to be the most luxurious in our roundup. However, it’s expensive and you’ll need to purchase a mattress separately – and If you’re looking for a budget-friendly option, there are cheaper alternatives out there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

If additional features are important for you then this cot bed is the best option. It has a convenient under-bed storage space and teething rails. Plus, you can adjust the height of the base through three different settings so that your child won’t be forced to climb out when they’re older.

This cot’s only drawback is that it requires a separate mattress which could make the price go up more than other models we’ve reviewed. The premium aesthetics, ease of assembly, and the capacity to grow with your child are all attractive, making this cot worth the money. Our test subjects liked this cot and believed it would make a wonderful accessory to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis Elementary is a good choice for parents looking for a stylish, modern-looking frame that will last for a long time. It’s a bit more expensive than other options we’ve looked at, but it comes with an adjustable changing table and wardrobe, which means you can outfit your nursery in one trip. It’s also easy to assemble and has 3 mattress height positions so your baby can grow into it. It also has teething rails and an attractive drawer that slides under so that you don’t have to sacrifice floor space.

You’ll need to buy an additional mattress if would like to use this cot bed. So, make sure you budget your money accordingly. A quality mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. This isn’t an expensive expense. The only issue is that you might be unable to find a good fit because the cot has an oval shape, but there are many kinds of mattresses that can fit perfectly.

Many parents choose cot beds because they are great value and offer your child an enjoyable place to sleep. Most cot beds are suitable for babies to about four years old age, however some can be transformed into toddler beds by purchasing 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 Cotbed

One of our favourite cot beds, this stunning solid-wood model is well designed and extremely elegant. It also has a number of other features, including 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 into a toddler bed by using an conversion kit, available separately).

A teddy bear canopy and removable teething rails are included. This cot bed was easy for our test participant to put together. All the pieces were clearly labeled and well-packed. It’s also a bit smaller when compared to other cots we looked at which makes it a great choice for smaller rooms.

It is not expensive at PS599, with the mattress included. But it feels like an investment piece and you can use it for more than one baby. It’s gorgeous in natural wood, but it also comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It can be converted into an infant’s bed in a snap (leaving three sides open for safety) and then into a daybed/sofa once your child is ready to go without bars.

This is a great option for parents looking for a solution to sleeping that lasts for as long as they do. Our test with parents Becki said that her Boori cot was able to last through 3 children. It’s got a lovely traditional design that will fit all homes and is made of sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot comes with some useful extras like a teddy-bear canopy teething rails, and the option to buy the reflux wedge.