The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
A restful night's sleep is important, whether you're camping or visiting family. Make sure you invest in one of our top crib beds, so that your child is secure and safe (hopefully) sleeping easily.
This cot bed is an excellent design. It has a slim aesthetic, and the frame is easy to assemble. It can also transform into a chic toddler bed.
The Mamas & Papas Coxley
Our 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 are adjustable and can be transformed into a toddler's bed. This will keep your child happy for the first four years. It also comes with two teething rails which aid in soothing gums and stop them from chewing the sides of the cot.
The Coxley comes in a complete nursery set that includes a stylish cotbed as well as an all-purpose dresser/changer. It also comes with double wardrobe. The dresser/change has an easily removable changing unit that can transform it into a handy baby changing station to a stylish 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.
Baby Cot can be extended for 10 years or more using expansion packs. These can be more affordable than buying a new mattress or cot.
When it comes to the top cot beds and cots, the Coxley ticks all the right boxes - it's well-made, simple to put together and looks great in any nursery. It's more expensive than other options and requires a standard-sized mattress which you will need to purchase separately. It's still worth checking this out, though, as 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 a sleek and elegant choice that'll complement any nursery. It's got warm oak details soft curves and a minimalist design. Babies and parents will love it. The cot bed can be used until your child reaches the age of four. It can be easily converted to a toddler bed using a simple extension kit. The dresser that comes with it is a handy 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 most effective of the models we tested in terms of design and ease of assembly, with an Allen key that comes with it so you can begin working right away. The tester also praised its sturdy design and premium feel, stating that it feels like an "real investment piece" as well as being a stylish accessory to any nursery.
It's a little more expensive than some of the other cribs we examined however, it's still an affordable alternative that's worth the money for its durability and quality. The sleigh's design is stunning and will make any room your baby's centre of the attention! You can save money by buying extras such as a rail for teething and drawer. We would recommend purchasing an oval mattress instead of one of the standard UK size to prevent stretching the slats out and causing discomfort for your baby. Our tester had no other issues with the cot, and thought it was an excellent purchase.
The La Redoute Willox
This cot bed is real luxurious. With solid birch oak and plywood slats It's built to last and has a classic French look. It also meets French safety standards and you can rest assured that your child is in good hands. It is available in two stunning colours Grey-green and off-white.
Our test subjects found it simple to assemble and thought it was the most elegant design cot we've reviewed in our roundup. However, it's expensive particularly since you have to buy a mattress separately - and If you're looking for a budget-friendly option, there are better alternatives there.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed
If additional features are important to you, then this cot bed might be the perfect choice. It comes with a useful drawer for storage under the bed and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of base to three different levels, so that your child won't have to climb out as they grow older.
This cot's only drawback is that it requires a separate mattress which could increase the cost even higher than other models we've reviewed. The premium aesthetics, ease of assembly, and the capacity to grow with your child are all appealing and make this cot well worth the money. Our test participants loved the cot and thought it would be a beautiful addition to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis elementary is a great option for parents looking for a stylish frame that will last for a long time. It's a bit more expensive than some of the other options we've looked at, but it comes with a matching changing table and wardrobe so you can kit out your nursery in one go. It's also easy to put together and has three mattress heights for your baby to grow into. It has teething rails, and an elegantly arranged drawer that slides under the mattress to ensure you don't waste valuable floor space.
It's important to note that you'll need an additional mattress for this cot bed, so be sure you budget accordingly. You can find a decent quality mattress for less than PS100 and that's not an excessive expense. It might be difficult to find a mattress that fits the oval shape of the cot, however, there are many types that will fit.
Many parents choose cot beds because they are affordable and offer your child an enjoyable place to sleep. Most cot beds are suitable for babies to around four years of age, but some may be transformed into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. We've included a few 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 gorgeous solid-wood cot bed is elegant and well-designed. It also has a number of additional features, including an under bed drawer and three adjustable base levels. The cot can be used up to the age of four (though the majority of them will need to be converted into a toddler bed with a conversion kit, sold separately).
A teddy bear canopy as well as removable teething rails are included. This cot bed was easy for our test participant to put together. The pieces were clearly marked and well-packed. It's also smaller in size than the other cots that we tested, so it makes the perfect choice for smaller rooms.
It is not inexpensive 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 beautiful in natural wood, but you can also get it in three Scandi-inspired finishes. It converts to a toddler's bed easily (leaving three sides open for safety) and can be converted into a daybed/sofa when your baby is ready to let go of the bars.
This is a great choice for parents seeking a sleeping solution that lasts for as long as they do. Our parent tester Becki stated that her Boori cot was able to last through three children. It has a lovely traditional design that's suitable for all homes and is constructed from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot comes with a few handy features including the teddy bear canopy as well as teething rails. There's also the option to purchase an reflux wedge to provide comfort for babies.