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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

If you're camping with baby or visiting relatives, a comfortable night's sleep is crucial. Consider investing in one of our top cot beds, to ensure your child is secure and safe (hopefully) sleeping easily.

With a slim design and easy-to-assemble frame, this cot bed has all the marks of an excellent design. It can also be converted into a stylish toddler bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

The Coxley the overall winner, is packed with features that follow an elegantly designed and handcrafted look. It has three adjustable cot base heights and converts into a toddler bed so it will last your child through the first four years. It also has two rails for teething which can soothe gums and keep them from chewing the sides of the cot.

The Coxley is available in a complete nursery set, that includes a stylish mini cotbed, multipurpose dresser/change unit and double wardrobe. The dresser/change unit has a removable changing top that turns it into a convenient baby changing station to a sleek dresser that can be filled with all your children's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers are fully customisable and you can tailor the style of your nursery.

A good cot should be able to last until your child reaches four years old. However some offer the option of purchasing expansion packs that can extend their use to five or even 10 years. It's worth looking out for these as they can be cheaper than buying a brand new mattress and cot later.

When it comes to the most effective cot beds, the Coxley meets all the right boxes. It's well-made, simple to build and looks fantastic in any nursery. It's more expensive than the other options and requires a standard-sized mattress which you'll need to purchase separately. It's definitely worth checking out, however, because we think it's worth the cost for a long-lasting design that looks incredibly sturdy.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and stylish choice that will complement any nursery. It blends minimalist design with contemporary flair, featuring warm oak-effect details and soft curves for a standout style that's sure to be loved by parents as well as baby. The cot bed is made to last until your child is four years old, and best Infant cribs can be converted into a toddler bed using an easy extension kit. The dresser that comes with it has an under-bed drawer that is perfect for blankets and muslins. It also has teething rails to ensure your child can be safe while sleeping.

This cot was rated the top by our testers for its design, ease of assembly, and the Allen key that comes with it. The tester also praised its sturdy construction and premium feel, noting that it feels like an "real investment piece" as well as being an elegant accessory to any nursery.

It's more expensive than the other cot beds we looked at however, it's still an affordable alternative that's worth the extra money for its quality and longevity. The sleigh design is striking and will make any room where your baby's the center of attention! The useful extras, such as a useful drawer and teething rails will also help you avoid the expense of buying separate furniture pieces if you're on a tight budget. However, we would recommend buying an oval mattress than the standard size of a UK-sized one to avoid stretching the slats and potentially causing your baby discomfort. 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 a absolute luxurious. With solid wood slats and birch oak It's built to last and has a classic French style. It confirms to the French safety standards too and you can be sure your child is safe and sound. It is available in two stunning colors Grey-green and off-white.

Our test subjects thought it was easy to put together and that it looked the most luxurious in our roundup. However, it is expensive and you'll need to buy a mattress separately - and If you're looking for a budget-friendly option, there are more affordable alternatives there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

If additional features are important to you, then this cot bed could be the best cots for newborns choice. It has a convenient under-bed storage compartment and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of the base to three levels so that your child doesn't have to climb out of bed as they grow older.

This cot's only drawback is that it requires a separate mattress, which can increase the cost more than other models we reviewed. Its premium aesthetic as well as its ease of assembly and capacity to adapt to your baby's needs are all appealing though which makes it a worthy cost. Our test participants thought this cot would be the perfect addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis Elementary is a good choice for parents who want a chic modern frame that can stand the test of time. It's a bit more costly than other options we've seen, but it includes an accompanying changing table and wardrobe which means you can outfit your nursery in one trip. Additionally, it's simple to set up and has three mattress height positions so your baby will be able to grow into it. It comes with teething rails and a drawer that slides neatly under the mattress to ensure you don't waste valuable floor space.

It's important to note that you'll need a separate mattress for this cot bed, so make sure you budget accordingly. A good mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. This isn't an expensive cost. The only drawback is that you may be unable to find a good fit because the cot has an oval shape, however there are a variety of types of mattresses that will be suitable for it.

A lot of parents choose cot beds as they are great value and give your child a comfy place to sleep. The majority of cot beds are suitable for children from birth to around four years of age, however some can be transformed into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. We've included a few these in our list so you can search out for them if you want your cot bed to last even longer.

The Wooden Cot Bed

One of our top cot beds, this stunning solid-wood model is well constructed and elegant. It also has a number of nifty extras including a drawer beneath that is handy as well as three adjustable heights for the base. The cot is suitable for kids up to four years of age (though some of them will require conversion to a toddler bed by using an adapter kit that is sold separately).

A teddy bear canopy and removable teething rails are also included. Our tester said this Cot Bed (research by the staff of Klinikapolonyankina) was easy to put together, particularly since all the pieces were clearly labeled and packed. It's also smaller than other cots we tested which makes it an ideal choice 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 baby. It looks stunning in natural wood but you can also purchase it in three Scandi-inspired colors. It can be converted into an infant's bed in a snap (leaving three sides up to ensure safety) and into an upholstered daybed when your child is ready to leave the bars behind.

This is a great choice for parents who are looking for a solution to sleeping that can last for as long as their children do. Our parent tester Becki said that her Boori cot lasted through three children. The cot has a traditional design that's suitable for a variety of homes. It is made from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with some useful extras like an teddy-bear canopy teething rails, as well as the option of purchasing the reflux wedge.