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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

A good night's sleep is important whether you're camping or visiting relatives. Invest in our best cot bed to ensure your child is safe snug and cozy and can (hopefully!) sleep easily.

This crib bed is a fantastic design. It has a slim aesthetic and the frame is simple to put together. It can also be converted into a stylish toddler's bed.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley

The overall winner, the Coxley is brimming with design features that adhere to an exquisitely designed and hand-crafted style. It features three cot bases that can be adjusted and can be transformed into a toddler'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 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 completely customizable so you can match it to the decor of your nursery.

Some cots to tots can last 10 years or more with expansion packs. It's worth keeping an eye out for these since they may be less expensive than buying a new mattress and cot later.

The Coxley is a fantastic choice for cot beds. It's simple to put together and is well-made. It looks fantastic in any nursery cots. However, it is slightly more expensive than the other options we've listed and will require a standard sized mattress (which you'll have to purchase separately). It's still worth checking this out, however, because we think it's well worth the cost for a durable design that looks incredibly sturdy.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and sleek option that will complement any nursery. It is a minimalist design that has contemporary flair, featuring warm oak-effect details and soft curves for a striking style that's sure to be loved by parents and baby. The cot bed was designed to last until your child is four years old. It can be converted to a toddler bed with an easy extension kit. The coordinating dresser comes with a handy under-bed drawer, which is perfect to store blankets and muslins as well as teething rails to ensure your child is secure while they sleep.

This cot was rated as the best by our tester for its design, its ease of assembly and the Allen key that comes with. She also praised its strong construction and high-quality feel as it felt like it was a "real piece of investment" and also a stylish addition to any baby's nursery.

It's more expensive than the other cot beds we've looked at however it's an affordable alternative that's worth the cost for its quality and longevity. The sleigh-style design looks particularly attractive and will make your baby the centre of attention in any room! The useful extras, such as a handy drawer and teething rails can also cut down on the expense of buying separate furniture pieces in case you're on a tight budget. We suggest buying an oval mattress instead of a standard UK size one, to avoid stretching the slats too far and causing discomfort for your baby. Apart from that our test subject didn't experience any issues with the cot and said it was a great buy.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is true luxurious. With solid birch oak and plywood slats made to last, it's designed to last and has an authentic French style. It also complies with French safety standards and you can be sure that your child is in good hands. It's available in two stunning colours Grey-green and off-white.

Our test subjects thought it was easy to put together, and that it appeared to be the most luxurious of our selections. However, it is expensive particularly since you have to buy a mattress separately - and if you're on a budget there are more affordable alternatives there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed

If you are looking for additional features for you, then this cot bed might be the ideal choice. It comes with an under-bed storage drawer and teething rails. You can also alter the height of the base to three levels so that your child won't have to climb out when they grow older.

This cot's only drawback is that it requires a mattress separately that can make the price go up more than other models we looked at. The beautiful design and ease of assembly and ability to grow along with your child are all appealing and make this cot well worth the investment. Our testers liked this cot and believed it would be a beautiful accessory to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis elementary is a fantastic choice for parents who want a stylish frame that lasts a long time. It's more expensive than the other options but it comes with matching wardrobe and changing table so you can furnish your nursery all at once. Plus, it's easy to put together and comes with 3 mattress height positions so your baby will be able to grow into it. It has teething rails, and an adjustable drawer that slides under the mattress to ensure you don't waste valuable floor space.

You'll have to purchase a separate mattress if you would like to use this cot bed. Therefore, you should make sure you budget your money accordingly. You can find a decent mattress for less than PS100 which isn't too much of an cost. The only drawback is that you might be unable to find a good fit because the cot has an oval shape. However, there are plenty of different kinds of mattresses that can work for it.

Many parents opt for cot beds for their children because they are inexpensive and provide a comfy sleeping space. The majority of cot beds are suitable for babies to around four years of age, however some can be converted into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. We've included a few these in our list and suggest you look out for them if you want your cot bed to last longer.

The Wooden Cotbed

This gorgeous solid-wood cot bed is stylish and beautifully designed. It also has a number of other features, such as an under bed drawer and three levels of base that can be adjusted. The crib is suitable for children from 4 years old to age (though some may need to be converted to a toddler bed by using the conversion kit available separately).

A teddy bear canopy as well as removable rails for teething are also included. Our test participant said that this cot bed was simple to put together, particularly since all pieces were clearly labeled and well-packed. It's also a bit smaller in comparison to other cots we looked at, making it a good option for smaller spaces.

It's not inexpensive at PS599, with the mattress included. It's an investment piece, and it can be used for more than one baby. It looks beautiful in natural wood, however it is also available in three Scandi-inspired colors. It transforms into a toddler's bed easily (leaving three sides up to ensure security) and then into a daybed/sofa when your baby is ready to let go of the bars.

This is a great crib option for parents looking for a solution to sleeping that can last for as long as they do. Our parent tester Becki said that her Boori cot could last for three children. It has a lovely traditional design that will fit all homes and is made from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot also comes with a few handy extras including the teddy bear canopy as well as teething rails, plus there's the option of buying a reflux wedge to add comfort for babies.