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The best cot beds (what is it worth) For Your Little One

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

This crib bed is a fantastic design. It has a slim aesthetic, and the frame is easy to put together. It can also transform into a stylish toddler bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

Our overall winner, the Coxley is packed with design features that adhere to an exquisitely hand-crafted look. It has three cot bases that can be adjusted and can be converted into an infant's bed. This will keep your child happy for the first four years. It also has two teething rails which aid in soothing gums and stop them from chewing the sides of the cot.

The Coxley comes as an entire nursery set that includes the stylish cotbed and a multipurpose dresser/changer unit. It also comes with a double wardrobe. The dresser/change unit comes with a removable changing top ranked cribs that can transform it into a convenient baby changing station to an elegant dresser that can be filled with all your baby's favourite toys and treasures. The drawers can be customized so you can match it to the decor of your nursery.

A good cot should last until your child reaches four years old. However certain models offer the option of purchasing expansion packs that can extend their use to five or even 10 years. They can be less expensive than buying a new cot or mattress.

The Coxley is a fantastic choice for cot beds. It's easy to put together, well-made and looks great in any nursery. However, it is somewhat more expensive than the other options on our list and will require a standard mattress (which you'll have to purchase separately). This is still worth a look, as it looks like an extremely durable and long-lasting design.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is a elegant and sleek choice that will complement any nursery. It blends minimalist design with contemporary flair, featuring warm oak effect details and soft curves for a standout look that's sure to be loved by parents and baby. The cot bed can be used until your child is at the age of four and is easily converted to an adult bed by using an easy extension kit. The matching dresser comes with an under-bed drawer, which is perfect for storing muslins and blankets as well as teething rails to ensure your child is safe while they sleep.

Our test subject found this cot to be the best of the models we tested for its design and ease of assembly, with an Allen key included so you can begin working right away. She also praised its strong construction and premium feeling and said it felt like an "real piece of investment" as well as an attractive accessory to any nursery.

It's more expensive than other cribs we've seen however the quality and durability are worth the extra cost. The sleigh-style design is attractive and will make your child the center of attention in any room! You can save money by buying accessories like teething rails and drawer. We recommend buying an oval mattress instead of a standard UK size one, to avoid stretching the slats out and causing discomfort to your baby. Apart from that our test-bearer didn't have any issues with the crib and thought it was a fantastic buy.

The La Redoute Willox

Like its name implies, this cot bed is the epitome luxurious. It's made of solid slats of plywood and birch, and is built to last. It has the French style. It also meets French safety standards, so you can rest assured 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 thought it was easy to assemble, and that it looked the most luxurious in our roundup. It's expensive, particularly because you must purchase the mattress separately. If you're looking to save money there are alternatives that are less expensive available.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

If additional features are important for you then this cot bed could be the perfect choice. It comes with a useful drawer for storage under the bed and teething rails. Additionally, you can alter the height of the base with three different settings so your child won't have to climb out when they're older.

The only drawback of this cot is that you will need to purchase a separate mattress which could push the price up even more than other models in our review. Its premium aesthetic and ease of assembly as well as the ability to grow with your child are all appealing though which makes it a worthy cost. Our test subjects thought that this cot would be the perfect addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis elementary is a great choice for parents who want a stylish frame that will last for 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, making it possible to furnish your nursery in one trip. Plus, it's easy to assemble and has 3 mattress height positions so that your baby will be able to grow into it. It also comes with teething rails and a drawer that neatly slips under so that you don't have to compromise your floor space.

It's important to note that you'll have to purchase a separate mattress for this cot sets bed, so be sure you budget accordingly. You can find a decent mattress for less than PS100 and that's not too much of an additional expense. It may be difficult to find a mattress that will fit the oval shape of the cot however, there are a variety of kinds that are suitable for.

A lot of parents choose cot beds because they are a great value and give your child a comfy place to sleep. They're generally suitable from the moment your child is born until he is about four years old, although some convert into toddler beds with the purchase of an extension kit. We've included a couple of these in our list so you can search for them if want your cot bed to last even longer.

The Wooden Cot Bed

One of our favourite cot beds, this beautiful solid-wood version is beautifully designed and very stylish. It also comes with a variety of handy extras like a handy drawer underneath and three adjustable heights for the base. The cot is suitable for kids up to four years of age (though some may need to be converted into a toddler bed with an adapter kit that is sold separately).

The bed comes with a teddy bear canopy and removable teething bars. Our tester said the cot bed was simple to put together, particularly since all the pieces were clearly labeled and packed. It's also smaller in size than the other cots we tested which makes it an ideal choice for smaller rooms.

It's not cheap cot bed, at PS599 with the mattress recommended included, but it feels like an investment piece and you could make use of it for multiple babies. It's gorgeous in natural wood, but also comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It is easily transformed 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 are looking for a versatile sleep solution that can last for as long as it can - our test with parents Becki says her Boori cot has been used by three children, so it does seem to stand the test of time. It's got a lovely, traditional style that'll suit the majority of homes, and is made from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot also comes with a few handy features including a teddy bear canopy and teething rails. There's also the option of purchasing a reflux wedge to add comfort for children.