The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
A restful night's sleep is important whether you're camping or visiting your family. Make sure you invest in one of our best cot beds, to ensure your little one is snug, safe and (hopefully) sleeping comfortably.
This crib bed is a fantastic design. It has a slim aesthetic, and the frame is easy to assemble. It is also able to be transformed into a chic toddler's bed.
The Mamas and Papas Coxley
The Coxley the overall winner, is packed with features that adhere to an elegantly designed and handcrafted look. It has three adjustable cot base heights that can be converted into a toddler bed so it will last your child through the first four years. It comes with two teething bars that soothe gums and stop chewing on the sides of the cot.
The Coxley is available in the complete nursery set that includes a stylish cotbed, a multi-purpose dresser/changer and double wardrobe. The dresser/change features a removable changing unit that transforms it into a handy baby changing station to an elegant dresser. It can be filled with your child's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers are fully customisable, so you can match it to your nursery style.
Some cots can be extended for 10 years or more using expansion packs. They can be less expensive than buying a new cot or mattress.
When it comes to the top cot beds, the Coxley meets all the right boxes - it's well-made, easy to put together and looks great in any nursery. It's more expensive than other models and requires a standard-sized mattress, which you'll have to buy separately. It's definitely worth checking out, however, because 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 blends minimalist design with a contemporary twist, featuring warm oak-effect details and soft curves to create a stunning design that's sure loved by parents as well as the baby. The cot bed can be used until your child reaches age of four, and can be easily converted into an adult bed by using an easy extension kit. The dresser that comes with it is a handy under-bed drawer that's ideal to store blankets and muslins as well as teething rails to ensure your child is secure while they sleep.
Our tester found this cot to be the best of the models we tested for its design and ease of assembly, with an Allen key that comes with it so you can get to work straight immediately. It also received praise for its sturdy construction and luxurious feel and said it felt like an "real piece of investment" as well as a stylish addition to any baby's nursery.
It's more expensive than the other cribs we've seen, but the quality and durability are worth the extra expense. The sleigh-style design looks particularly attractive and will make your baby the center of attention in any room! You can save money by purchasing accessories like a rail for teething and an organizer. We recommend buying an oval mattress instead of one of the standard UK sized one, to prevent stretching the slats out and causing discomfort to 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 true luxury. With best crib for newborn and birch oak It's built to last and has an authentic French style. It is certified to French safety standards too and you can be sure your child is safe and sound. It is available in two stunning colours Grey-green and off-white.
Our test subjects found it simple to put together and believed it was the most luxurious design cot we've reviewed in our roundup. However, it's expensive particularly since you have to buy the 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 Cotbed
This cot bed is a great option if you're looking for extra features. It comes with a handy under-bed storage area and teething rails. Plus, you can adjust the height of the base through three different settings so your child doesn't have to climb out of the bed when they're older.
The only drawback of this cot is that you will need to purchase a mattress separately - something that can push the price up even more than other models we've reviewed. The beautiful design as well as the ease of assembly and the capacity to grow with your child are all appealing, making this cot worth the money. Our test participants loved the cot and thought it would make a stunning accessory to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis Elementary is a great choice for parents wanting a stylish, modern-looking frame that will endure the test of time. It's more expensive than other frames but it comes with matching wardrobe and changing table so you can outfit your nursery in one go. Plus, it's easy to put together and comes with 3 mattress height positions so your baby can develop into it. It has teething rails, and an elegantly arranged drawer that slides under the mattress to ensure you don't waste valuable floor space.
You'll need to purchase an additional mattress if would like to use this cot bed. Therefore, you should make sure you budget your money accordingly. A quality mattress can be bought for less than PS100. This is not a huge cost. The only downside is that you may have a difficult time finding an ideal fit due to the fact that the cot is an oval shape. However, there are many types of mattresses that will fit perfectly.
Many parents choose to use cot beds as they are great value and provide your child with a comfortable place to sleep. They're generally appropriate from birth until your child is four years old, but some can be converted into toddler beds with 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 even longer.
The Wooden Cot Bed
One of our top cot beds, this stunning, solid-wood number is beautifully designed and extremely elegant. It also comes with a range of handy extras like an under-bed drawer that is handy and three adjustable heights for the base. The crib is suitable for children up to four years of age (though some of them will require conversion to a toddler bed using an adapter kit that is sold separately).
The bed comes with a teddy bear canopy and removable teething bars. Our test subject said that the cot bed was simple to assemble, especially as all pieces were clearly labeled and packed. It's also a bit smaller when compared to other cots we tried which makes it a great option for smaller rooms.
It's not cheap, costing PS599 with the mattress recommended included It's a real investment piece and you could use it for multiple babies. It's beautiful in natural wood, but it comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It can easily be converted into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides in place to ensure safety) and it can be converted into a daybed or sofa when your child is ready to let go of the bars.
It's a great option for parents who are looking for an option for a flexible sleeping solution that lasts for as long as it can - our test with parents Becki says her Boori cot has survived three children, so it really seems to endure the test of time. The cot has a traditional style that is suitable for most homes. It is constructed from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with some useful accessories like an teddy-bear canopy, teething rails and the option of purchasing an reflux wedge.