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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

Whether you're camping with baby or visiting family, a comfortable night's sleep is essential. Make sure you invest in one of our best cot beds, to ensure your baby is comfortable and safe (hopefully) sleeping comfortably.

With a sleek and easy to assemble frame, this cot bed has all the hallmarks of a high-quality design. It can also transform into a stylish toddler bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

The overall winner The Coxley is packed with design features that adhere to a beautifully hand-crafted aesthetic. It features three cot bases that can be adjusted and can be turned into a toddler's bed. It will last your child for the first four years. It has two teething bars to soothe gums and prevent them from chewing on sides of the cot.

The Coxley is available in the complete nursery set that includes a stylish crib, multi-purpose dresser/changer and double wardrobe. The dresser/change comes with an adjustable changing unit that transforms from a practical baby changing station to a stylish dresser. It can be filled with your child's most loved toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customised to match the style of your nursery.

A good quality cot is one that will last until your child reaches four years old. However, certain models offer 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 brand new cot or mattress.

When it comes to the most recommended cribs effective cot beds and cots, the Coxley meets all the right boxes. It's well-made, simple to put together and looks stunning in any nursery. It's more expensive than other models and requires a standard-sized mattress which you'll have to purchase separately. It's worth a look, Cot beds as it looks like it's a sturdy and durable design.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and sleek option that will look great in any nursery. It blends minimalist design with a contemporary twist, featuring warm oak effect details and soft curves to create a stunning style that's sure to be loved by parents as well as the baby. The cot bed was designed to last until your child is four years old, and can be converted to a toddler bed with a simple extension kit. The dresser comes with a drawer underneath the bed which is ideal for blankets and muslins. It also comes with teething rails to ensure your child can be safe while sleeping.

Our tester found this cot to be the best of all the models we tested for its design and ease of assembly, with an Allen key that comes with it so you can start working right away. It also received praise for its sturdy construction and high-quality feel, saying that it felt like an "real piece of investment" and was a stylish addition to any baby's nursery.

It's more expensive than some of the other cot beds we looked at, but it's still an affordable option that's worth the extra money for its quality and longevity. The sleigh-style design is striking and will make your child the centre of attention in any room! You can save money by buying accessories like a teething rail and drawer. We would suggest buying an oval mattress rather than the standard size of a UK-sized one to avoid overstretching the slats and creating discomfort for your baby. Our tester had no other problems with the cot and thought it was an excellent buy.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is a absolute luxurious. With solid birch oak and plywood slats It's built to last and has an authentic French feel to it. It complies with French safety standards and you can be certain that your child will be safe and sound. We are awestruck by the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green shade.

Our testers thought it was easy to put together and that it appeared to be the most luxurious in our roundup. However, it is expensive particularly since you have to buy the mattress separately, and If you're looking for a budget-friendly option, there are better alternatives there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

If you are looking for additional features for you, then this cot bed is the perfect option. It comes with a handy under-bed storage area and teething rails. You can also alter the height of the base to three different levels so that your child doesn't have to climb out of bed as they get older.

The only drawback to this cot is that you will need to purchase a mattress separately - something that can push the price up even more than other models in our review. The beautiful design and ease of assembly and the capacity to grow with your child are all attractive and make this cot worth the money. Our test participants thought this cot would be an excellent 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 other frames but it comes with matching changing table and wardrobe so you can furnish your nursery in one go. It's also easy to assemble, and comes with three mattress height positions for your baby to develop into. It also has teething rails as well as an elegantly slidable drawer underneath so that you don't have to compromise your floor space.

It's worth noting that you'll need to buy a separate mattress for this cot bed, so make sure you budget for it. You can find a decent mattress of good quality for less than PS100, so it's not too much of an cost. The only drawback is that you may find it tricky to get an ideal fit due to the fact that the cot has an oval shape, but there are a variety of types of mattresses that will fit perfectly.

A lot of parents opt for cot beds as they are affordable and give your child an enjoyable place to sleep. The majority of cot beds are suitable for children ranging from birth to around four years of age, however some can be transformed into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. We've included a couple of these in our list and suggest you look for them if want your cot bed to last for a longer time.

The Wooden Cot Bed

One of our favorite cot beds, this beautiful solid-wood model is well constructed and stylish. It also comes with a variety of nifty extras including an under-bed drawer that is handy and three heights that can be adjusted. The cot is suitable for kids up to four years of age (though some of them will need to be converted to a toddler bed using a conversion kit sold separately).

A teddy bear canopy as well as removable teething rails are included. Our test participant said that this cot bed was easy to put together, particularly since all the pieces were clearly labeled and packed. It's also smaller in size than some of the other cots that we tested which makes it an ideal choice for smaller rooms.

It's not cheap at PS599 with the mattress recommended included however, it's an investment piece and you could possibly utilize it for multiple children. It's beautiful in natural wood, however you can also get it in three Scandi-inspired colors. 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 a great option for parents who want a versatile sleeping solution that lasts as long as possible - our parent tester Becki claims that her Boori cot has lasted through three children, so it really does endure the test of time. The cot has a classic design that's suitable for a variety of homes. It is constructed from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with handy extras such as the teddy bear canopy teething rails, and the option to buy a reflux wedge.