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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
Whether you're camping with baby or visiting family getting a good night's rest is essential. Make sure you invest in one of our best cot beds, to ensure your child is secure and safe (hopefully) sleeping easily.
With a slim design and a simple to assemble frame, this cot bed has all the hallmarks of a great design. It can also be converted into a chic toddler's bed.
The Mamas & Papas Coxley
Our overall winner, the Coxley is brimming with design features that adhere to a beautifully hand-crafted aesthetic. It has three adjustable cot base heights, and can be converted into a toddler bed, so will see your child through their first four years. It has two teething bars that soothe gums and stop them from chewing on the sides of the cot.
The Coxley comes as a complete nursery set that includes a chic cotbed as well as a multipurpose dresser/changer unit. It also comes with double wardrobe. The dresser/change features an easily removable changing unit that transforms from a convenient baby changing station to a sleek dresser. It can be filled with your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers are fully customisable so you can match it to your nursery style.
A good cot is one that will last until your child is about four years old. However, some offer the option of purchasing expansion packs that extend their use to five or even 10 years. It's worth keeping an eye out for these as they may be less expensive than buying a new mattress and cot later.
The Coxley is a fantastic choice for cot beds. cots to tots to assemble and well-made, and looks stunning in any nursery. However, it's somewhat more expensive than the other options on our list and will require a standard mattress (which you'll need to buy separately). It's definitely worth checking 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 elegant and stylish choice that'll be a perfect fit for any nursery. It's got warm oak details, soft curves and a minimalist design. Baby and parents will enjoy it. The cot bed is made to last until your child is four years old. It can be converted to a toddler bed by using a simple 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 while they sleep.
Our tester found this cot to be the best of all the models we tested in terms of design and ease of assembly with an Allen key included so you can start working right immediately. nursery cots praised its sturdy construction and high-quality feel as it felt like a "real piece of investment" as well as a stylish addition to any baby's nursery.
It's more expensive than the other cribs we've seen however, the quality and durability make it worth the extra cost. The sleigh-style design looks particularly striking and will make your child the centre of attention in any room! You can save money by buying additional items like teething rails and drawer. We would recommend purchasing an oval mattress instead of one of the standard UK sized one, to avoid stretching the slats and causing discomfort for your baby. In addition, our tester didn't have any issues with the cot and stated it was a great buy.
The La Redoute Willox
Like its name implies, this cot bed is the epitome of luxury. With solid lumber slats made of birch and plywood, it's designed to last and has a classic French style. It is certified to French safety standards too and you can be certain that your child is safe and sound. It is available in two stunning colors: grey-green and off-white.
Our testers found it easy to put together and believed it was the most luxurious look cot we've seen in our round-up. However, it's costly particularly since you have to buy an additional mattress - and when you're on a tight budget, there are better alternatives there.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed
This cot bed is a great option if you're looking for extra features. It comes with a handy under-bed storage area 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.
The only downside to this cot is that it requires a mattress separately, which can increase the cost even higher than other models we reviewed. The beautiful design as well as the ease of assembly and the ability to grow with your child are all attractive and make this cot worth the investment. Our testers loved this cot and thought it would make a stunning addition to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis elementary is a great option for parents who want an elegant frame that lasts a long time. It's a bit more expensive than some of the other options we've seen, but it comes with an accompanying changing table and wardrobe, so you can kit out your nursery in one step. It's also easy to put together and comes with 3 positions for the mattress's height so that your baby will be able to grow into it. It also comes with teething rails and a drawer that neatly slips under to ensure that you don't need to sacrifice floor space.
It's worth noting that you'll need to buy a mattress separately for this cot bed, so be sure to budget accordingly. You can get a good mattress for less than PS100 and that's not too much of an additional cost. It might be difficult to find a mattress that is suitable for the oval shape of the cot however, there are many types that will fit.
A lot of parents opt for cot beds due to the fact that they are affordable and give your child a comfortable place to sleep. The majority of cot beds are suitable for children ranging from birth to about four years old age, but some may be converted into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. There are a few of these in our list if you're looking for a cot that will last longer.
The Wooden Cot Bed
This stunning solid-wood cot is elegant and well-designed. It has many additional features, including an under-bed drawer and three levels of base that can be adjusted. The cot can be used until the age of four (though the majority of them will need be converted to a toddler bed with the conversion kit, which is sold separately).
There is a teddy-bear canopy and removable teething bars. Our test participant said that the cot bed was simple to assemble, especially as all the pieces were clearly labeled and well-packed. It's also very small when compared to other cots we tried, making it a good choice for smaller rooms.
It's not cheap, costing PS599 with the mattress included however, it's an investment piece and you could well make use of it for multiple babies. It's beautiful in natural wood, but it comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It is easily transformed into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides open to ensure safety) and it can be converted into a daybed or sofa when your child is ready to let go of the bars.
This is a great option for parents who are seeking a sleeping solution that will last for as long as they do. Our test with parents Becki said her Boori cot lasted through 3 children. It has a lovely traditional design that will fit the majority of homes, and is made from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot also comes with some useful accessories like a teddy bear canopy and teething rails, and the option of buying an reflux wedge to provide comfort for babies.