The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
A comfortable night's rest is important, whether you're camping or visiting relatives. Invest in one of our best cot beds, to ensure your baby is comfortable and safe (hopefully) sleeping easily.
With a slim design and a simple to assemble frame, this cot bed has all the marks of an excellent design. It also converts into a stylish toddler bed.
The Mamas & Papas Coxley
The Coxley is our top pick is loaded with features that follow an elegantly handcrafted style. It comes with three adjustable cot base heights and converts into a toddler bed so will see your child through the first four years. It also comes with two rails for teething that aid in soothing gums and stop them from chewing on the sides of the cot.
The Coxley is available as a full nursery set, which includes a chic cotbed, a multi-purpose dresser/changer and a double wardrobe. The dresser/change has an adjustable changing unit that can transform it into a handy baby changing station into an elegant dresser. It can be filled with your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized so you can match it to your nursery style.
Some cots can be extended for 10 years or more by using expansion packs. They are less expensive than purchasing a new cot or mattress.
The Coxley is a fantastic choice for cot beds. It's simple to put together and is well-made. It looks fantastic in any nursery. However, it is slightly more expensive than some of the other options we've listed and will require a standard mattress (which you'll have to purchase separately). It's worth checking out, though, as we think it's worth the money for a long-lasting design that looks incredibly sturdy.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and sleek choice that will complement any nursery. It's got warm oak details soft curves, and an elegant design. Babies and parents will enjoy it. The cot bed is designed to last until your child is four years old and converts to a toddler bed with a simple extension kit. The matching dresser includes a drawer under the bed which is ideal for blankets and muslins. It also comes with teething rails so that your child is safe sleeping.
This cot was rated as the most effective by our testers for its design, ease of assembly, and the Allen key that is included. The tester also praised its sturdy construction and premium feel, noting that it is a "real investment piece" and is an attractive accessory to any nursery.
It's more expensive than the other cribs we examined however it's an affordable option that's worth the extra cost for its quality and longevity. The sleigh's design is stunning and will make any room your baby's centre of attention! You can save money by purchasing the extras such as a rail for teething and an organizer. We recommend buying an oval mattress instead of a standard UK sized one, to avoid stretching the slats and causing discomfort to your baby. In addition our test subject didn't experience any issues with this crib and thought it was a great buy.
The La Redoute Willox
This cot bed is a absolute luxurious. It's constructed of solid birch and plywood slats and is designed to last. It has a French feel. It also meets French safety standards, so you can rest at ease knowing that your child is in good hands. It is available in two stunning colours grey-green and off-white.
Our test subjects thought it was easy to assemble, and that it appeared to be the most luxurious of our selections. However, it's costly and you'll need to buy an additional mattress - and when you're on a tight budget, there are cheaper alternatives out there.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed
If you are looking for additional features to you, then this cot bed might be the perfect option. It comes with a handy under-bed storage compartment and teething rails. You can also alter the height of the base to three different levels so that your child doesn't have to climb out when they get older.
The only drawback of this cot is that you will need to buy a mattress separately which can push the price up even more than other models we've reviewed. The beautiful design and ease of assembly and the capacity to grow with your child are all appealing and make this cot worth the cost. Our testers loved the cot and thought it would make a wonderful addition to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis elementary is a great choice for parents who want an elegant frame that lasts a long time. It's more expensive than the other options but it comes with an accompanying changing table and wardrobe so you can furnish your nursery all at once. It's also easy to put together, and includes three mattress height positions for your baby to develop into. navigate here comes with teething rails and an elegantly arranged drawer that slides underneath so you don't lose valuable floor space.
It's important to note that you'll need a mattress separately for this cot bed, so be sure to budget accordingly. You can get a good quality mattress for less than PS100, so it's not too much of an additional cost. It might be difficult to find a mattress that will fit the oval shape of the cot, however, there are many types that will fit.
Many parents opt for cot beds for their children because they are affordable and provide a comfy sleeping area. They're generally suitable from the moment your child is born until he is about four years old, but some convert into toddler beds with the purchase of an extension kit. We've included a few these in our list and suggest you look for them if wish to make your cot bed last longer.
The Wooden Cotbed
One of our favourite cot beds, this stunning, solid-wood number is beautifully constructed and elegant. It also comes with a range of nifty extras including a drawer beneath that is handy as well as three heights 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 an infant bed using the conversion kit, which is sold separately).
There is a teddy-bear canopy and removable teething bars. This cot bed was easy for our tester to assemble. All the pieces were clearly marked and well-packed. It's also smaller than other cots we tried, so it makes the perfect choice for smaller rooms.
It's not cheap, costing PS599 with the mattress recommended included, but it feels like a real investment piece and you could possibly make use of it for multiple babies. It looks beautiful in natural wood but you can also purchase it in three Scandi-inspired finishes. 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 choice for parents who are looking for a versatile sleep solution that can last for as long as it can - our parent tester Becki says that her Boori cot has survived three children, so it really seems to last the test of time. It's got a lovely traditional design that will fit the majority of homes, and is made from sustainable Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot comes with some handy extras such as a teddy-bear canopy teething rails, as well as the option to buy an reflux wedge.