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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

A comfortable night's rest is essential regardless of whether you're camping, or visiting your family. Choose the best cot bed to ensure your child is secure snug and cozy and can (hopefully!) sleep easily.

This cot bed is an excellent design. It has a slim aesthetic and the frame is simple 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 designed and handcrafted look. It features three cot bases that are adjustable and can be converted into an infant's bed. This will last your child for their first four years. It comes with two teething bars that relax gums and stop them from chewing on sides of the cot.

The Coxley comes as an entire nursery set that includes a stylish cotbed as well as a multipurpose dresser/changer unit. It also comes with a double wardrobe. The dresser/change has an adjustable changing unit that transforms it into a handy baby changing station to a sleek dresser. It can be filled with your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized to match your nursery's style.

Some cots can last 10 years or more by using expansion packs. It's worth looking out for these since they are less expensive than purchasing a whole new mattress and cot later on.

When it comes to the most effective cot beds, the Coxley ticks all the right boxes. It's well-made, simple to put together and looks great in any nursery. It is, however, a little more expensive than the other options we've listed and will require a standard mattress (which you'll have to purchase separately). It's definitely worth checking out, though, as we think it's well worth the cost for a long-lasting design that looks extremely sturdy.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is a elegant and sleek choice that will complement any nursery. It's got warm oak details, soft curves and an elegant design. Parents and babies will love it. The cot bed can be used until your child is at the age of four. It can be easily converted to an adult bed by using a simple extension kit. The matching dresser includes an under-bed drawer which is ideal for blankets and muslins. It also has teething rails to ensure your child is safe sleeping.

Our tester found this cot to be the best out of all the cots we tested in terms of design and ease of assembly, with an Allen key included so that you can start working right from the start. It also received praise for its sturdy construction and premium feeling and said it felt like it was a "real piece of investment" as well as an attractive design for any nursery.

It's more expensive than other cot beds we've examined, but the quality and durability are worth the cost. The sleigh design is striking and will make any room in which your baby is centre of the attention! The extras, like a handy drawer and teething rails, will also help you avoid the expense of buying 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 and causing discomfort for your baby. Apart from that our test subject didn't experience any issues with the cot and stated it was a great buy.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is a real luxurious. It is constructed of solid slats of plywood and birch, and is built to last. It has an ethereal French feel. It also meets French safety standards and you can be assured that your child will be in safe hands. We like the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green color.

Our test participants found it easy to assemble and thought it was the most luxurious look cot we've seen in our round-up. However, it is expensive and you'll need to buy an additional mattress - and when you're on a tight budget, there are better alternatives there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed

If additional features are important to you, then this cot bed is the ideal option. It has 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 of the bed when they're older.

This cot's only drawback is that it requires a separate mattress, which can increase the cost even higher than other models we've reviewed. Its premium aesthetic and ease of assembly as well as the ability to adapt to your baby's needs are all appealing though and make it a worthwhile investment. Our test subjects thought that this cot sales would be the perfect addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis Elementary is a great choice for parents looking for a stylish, modern-looking frame that will endure the test of time. It's a bit more expensive than other options we've seen but it comes with an accompanying changing table and wardrobe, making it possible to furnish your nursery in one go. Additionally, it's simple to put together and comes with 3 mattress height positions so that your baby can develop into it. It has teething rails and an adjustable drawer that slides under the mattress to ensure you don't waste valuable floor space.

You'll need to buy a separate mattress if you would like to use this cot bed. Therefore, think about your budget in advance. A good mattress can be bought for less than PS100. It's not a huge expense. The only drawback is that you might have a difficult time finding an appropriate fit since the cot has an oval shape. However, there are many kinds of mattresses that can fit perfectly.

Many parents choose cot beds because they are great value and offer your child a comfy 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 and suggest you look out for them if you wish to make your cot bed last even longer.

The Wooden Cotbed

One of our favourite cot beds, this stunning solid-wood version is beautifully designed and extremely elegant. It comes with a variety of other features, including an under bed drawer and three levels of base that can be adjusted. The cot can be used up to 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).

A teddy bear canopy and teething rails that can be removed are included. The cot bed was simple to put together for our tester. All the pieces were clearly marked and packed. It's also a bit smaller compared to some of the other cots we tried, making it a good option for smaller spaces.

It's not cheap cots, at PS599 with the mattress recommended included however, it's a real investment piece and you could utilize it for multiple children. It's gorgeous in natural wood, but also comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It transforms into a toddler's bed easily (leaving three sides open to ensure safety) and then into a daybed/sofa once your child is ready to let go of the bars.

This is a great option for parents looking for a solution to sleeping that lasts for as long as their children do. Our test-run with parents Becki said her Boori cot lasted through three children. It's got a lovely traditional design that will fit the majority of homes, and is made from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cheap cot beds comes with handy extras such as an teddy-bear canopy teething rails, as well as the option of purchasing an reflux wedge.