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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

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

This cot bed is a great design. It has a sleek and minimalist appearance and the frame is easy to assemble. It is also able to be transformed into a chic toddler's bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

The Coxley is our top pick is packed with features that adhere to an elegantly handcrafted style. It comes with three adjustable base heights that can be converted into a toddler bed which will help your child through the first four years. It also comes with two rails for teething which aid in soothing gums and stop them from chewing the cot sides.

The Coxley is available as the complete nursery set which includes a chic cotbed, a multi-purpose dresser/changer and double wardrobe. The dresser/change has a removable changing unit that transforms it into a handy baby changing station into an elegant dresser. It can be filled with your child's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized and you can tailor it to the decor of your nursery.

Some cots can be extended to 10 years or more using expansion packs. It's worth looking out for these because they can be cheaper than buying a new cot and mattress later on.

The Coxley is a great option for cot beds. It's simple to put together and well-made, and looks stunning in any nursery. It is, however, a little more expensive than the other options on our list and will require a standard mattress (which you'll need to purchase separately). It's worth checking out, however, because we believe it's worth the cost for a long-lasting design that appears extremely durable.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and sleek choice that will go well with any nursery. It combines minimalist inspiration with a contemporary twist, featuring warm oak-effect details and soft curves to create a stunning look that's sure to be loved by parents as well as the baby. The cot bed can be used until your child reaches age of four, and can be easily transformed into an infant bed with an easy extension kit. The coordinating dresser comes with an under-bed drawer, which is perfect to store blankets and muslins as well as teething rails to keep your baby safe as they sleep.

Our test subject found this crib to be the best of all the models we tested for its design and ease of assembly with an Allen key included so that you can get to work straight immediately. She also praised the solid design and premium feel, stating that it is it's a "real investment piece" and is an elegant accessory to any nursery.

It's more expensive than the other cot beds we've examined however the quality and durability are worth the extra cost. The sleigh-style design looks particularly attractive and will make your child the centre of attention in any room! The nifty extras, including a handy drawer and teething rails, can also cut down on the cost of purchasing separate furniture pieces in case you're on a tight budget. However, we recommend buying an oval mattress than the standard size of a UK-sized one to avoid stretching the slats and potentially cause discomfort for your baby. Our tester had no other problems with the cot and thought it was a great buy.

The La Redoute Willox

As its name suggests this bed is the epitome of luxury. With solid wood slats and birch oak It's built to last and has an authentic French style. It also complies with French safety standards and you can rest sure that your child is in safe hands. It's available in two stunning colours grey-green and off-white.

Our test participants found it easy to assemble and thought it was the most elegant look cot we've seen in our round-up. It is expensive, especially because you need to purchase the mattress separately. If you're on budget there are alternatives that are less expensive available.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed

If additional features are important to you, then this cot bed is the perfect choice. It has a convenient under-bed storage space and teething rails. Additionally, you can alter the height of the base through three different settings so that your child won't have to climb out of the bed when they're older.

The only drawback of this crib is that you have to buy a mattress separately which can push the price up even more than other models in our review. Its gorgeous design and ease of assembly as well as the ability to adapt to your baby's needs are all appealing which makes it a worthy cost. Our test subjects loved the cot and thought it would be a beautiful addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis Elementary is a good choice for parents wanting a stylish modern frame that can stand the test of time. It's more expensive than the other options but it comes with an accompanying changing table and wardrobe so you can outfit your nursery all at once. It's also simple to put together and includes three mattress height positions for your baby to develop into. It also comes with teething rails and an elegantly slidable drawer under so that you don't have to compromise your floor space.

It's important to note that you'll need to buy an additional mattress for this cot bed, so be sure to budget accordingly. You can find a decent quality mattress for less than PS100 which isn't too much of an cost. 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 can be used.

A lot of parents choose to use cot beds due to the fact that they are affordable and offer your child an enjoyable place to sleep. They're generally appropriate from the moment your child is born until he is around four years old. However, some can be converted into toddler beds with the purchase of an extension kit. You'll find a few of these in our list if you're looking for a cot mattress that will last longer.

The Wooden Cot Bed

This gorgeous solid-wood cot bed is elegant and well-designed. It has many other features, such as a drawer under the bed and three adjustable base levels. The cot can be used until the age of four years old (though the majority of them will need to be converted to a toddler bed by using an conversion kit, available separately).

Included are a teddy-bear canopy as well as removable teething bars. The cot for sale bed was simple for our test participant to put together. All the pieces were clearly labeled and well-packed. It's also smaller than the other cots that we tested, so it makes an ideal choice for smaller rooms.

It's not cheap cots at PS599 and includes a mattress included. It's an investment piece and it can be used for more than one child. It's beautiful in natural wood, but you can also get it in three Scandi-inspired colors. It can be easily converted into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides in place 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 an option for a flexible sleep solution that can last as long as possible - our parent tester Becki says her Boori cot has survived three children, so it really seems to endure the test of time. The cot has a classic design that's suitable for a variety of homes. It's made from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with some useful extras like a teddy-bear canopy, teething rails and the option to purchase an reflux wedge.