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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

If you're camping with baby or visiting family, a comfortable night's sleep is crucial. Invest in our best crib bed to ensure that your child is secure and comfortable. They can (hopefully!) sleep easily.

With a slim aesthetic and a simple to assemble frame the cot bed has all the marks of an excellent design. It can also transform into a chic toddler bed.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley

Our overall winner The Coxley is packed with design features that adhere to a beautifully hand-crafted aesthetic. It comes with three adjustable cot bases and can be turned into an infant's bed. This will keep your child happy for the first four years. It has two teething bars that relax gums and stop them from chewing on the cot sides.

The Coxley comes in the form of a complete nursery set which includes a chic cotbed as well as a multi-purpose dresser/changer unit. It also comes with a double wardrobe. The dresser/change has an adjustable changing unit that transforms it from a practical baby changing station into a sleek dresser. It can be filled with your child's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customised to match your nursery's style.

Some cots can be extended for 10 years or more using expansion packs. These can be more affordable than purchasing a new mattress or cot sets.

The Coxley is a fantastic choice for cot beds. It's simple to put together, well-made and looks great in any nursery. It is more expensive than other models and requires a standard-sized mattress which you will need to buy separately. This is still worth looking at, however, as it looks like it's a sturdy and durable design.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and sleek choice that will look great in any nursery. It combines minimalist inspiration with a contemporary twist, featuring warm oak-like details and soft curves for a striking design that's sure loved by parents as well as the baby. The cot bed was designed to be used until your child is four years old and converts to a toddler bed with an easy extension kit. The dresser that comes with it is an under-bed drawer that is ideal to store blankets and muslins and teething rails to ensure your child is secure while they sleep.

Our tester found this cot to be the best cots for newborns cot bed [right here on Google] out of all the cots we tested in terms of design and ease of assembly, with an Allen key included so you can start working right away. She also praised the sturdy design and premium feel, adding that it is a "real investment piece" as well as being an elegant design for any nursery.

It's more expensive than the other cot beds we've looked at however it's an affordable cots alternative that's worth the money for its quality and longevity. The sleigh's design is stunning and will make any room your baby's centre of attention! The useful extras, such as an adorable drawer and teething rails, will also save you the cost of purchasing separate furniture pieces in case you're on a tight budget. We would recommend purchasing an oval mattress instead of a standard UK size one, to prevent stretching the slats out and causing discomfort for your baby. Apart from that our test subject didn't experience any issues with the crib and thought it was a fantastic buy.

The La Redoute Willox

As the name suggests the cot bed is a symbol of luxury. It's made of solid birch and plywood slats and is designed to last. It has the French feel. It is certified to French safety standards too and you can rest assured that your child is safe and sound. We like the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green color.

Our test subjects thought it was easy to put together, and that it looked the most luxurious of our selections. It's expensive, particularly since you have to buy the mattress separately. If you're budget-conscious there are alternatives that are less expensive available.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed

If extra features are important for you then this cot bed might be the ideal option. It has a convenient under-bed storage compartment and teething rails. Plus, you can adjust the height of the base with three different settings so that your child doesn't have to climb out of the bed when they're older.

The only drawback of this cot is that it requires a separate mattress, which can increase the cost more than other models we looked at. Its stunning design and ease of assembly as well as capacity to adapt to your baby's needs are all appealing though which makes it a worthy cost. Our testers thought this cot would be a lovely addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis elementary is a great option for parents looking for a stylish frame that lasts a long time. It's more expensive than other options we've looked at, but it includes a matching changing table and wardrobe, which means you can outfit your nursery in one trip. It's also easy to put together and comes with 3 mattress height positions so your baby will be able to grow into it. It also has teething rails as well as a drawer that neatly slips underneath, so you don't have to compromise your floor space.

You'll have to purchase an additional mattress if would like to use this cot bed. So, think about your budget in advance. You can find a decent mattress of good quality for less than PS100, so it's not too much of an expense. It may be difficult to find a mattress that is suitable for the oval shape of the cot, however, there are a variety of kinds that are suitable for.

Many parents opt for cot beds for their children because they are inexpensive and offer a comfortable sleeping area. They're generally suitable from birth until your child is about four years old. However, some convert into toddler beds by the purchase of an extension kit. We've included a couple of these in our list so you can search for them if wish to make your cot bed last for a longer time.

The Wooden Cotbed

This beautiful solid-wood cot bed is stylish and beautifully designed. It comes with a variety of other features, such as a drawer under the bed and three adjustable base levels. The cot is suitable for kids up to four years of age (though some will require conversion to a toddler bed using a conversion kit sold separately).

The bed comes with a teddy bear canopy and teething bars that can be removed. The cot bed was simple to put together for our tester. The pieces were clearly labeled and well-packed. It's also smaller than the other cots we tested, so it makes a good option for smaller rooms.

It is not expensive at PS599 and includes a mattress included. However, it is an investment piece, and it can be used for more than one child. It looks stunning in natural wood but you can also get it in three Scandi-inspired colors. It converts to a toddler's bed with ease (leaving three sides open to ensure safety) and into a daybed/sofa once your child is ready to let go of the bars.

It's a great choice for parents who are looking for an option for a flexible sleep solution that can last as long as possible - our test with parents Becki says that her Boori cot has been used by three children, so it seems to endure the test of time. The cot has a traditional design that's suitable for a variety of homes. It is constructed of sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot also includes a number of useful features including a teddy bear canopy and teething rails, and the option of purchasing a reflux wedge for added comfort for babies.