The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

Whether you're camping with baby or visiting relatives sleeping well is vital. Choose the best cot bed to ensure that your child is safe snug and cozy and can (hopefully!) sleep easily.

This crib bed is a fantastic design. It has a sleek and minimalist appearance, 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

Our overall winner is the Coxley is brimming with design features that adhere to an exquisitely hand-crafted look. It features three cot bases that are adjustable and can be turned into a toddler's bed. This will last your child for the first four years. It also comes with two rails for teething that help soothe gums and prevent them from chewing on the sides of the cot.

The Coxley is an entire nursery set that includes the stylish cotbed and a multipurpose dresser/changer unit. It also includes two wardrobes. The dresser/change cabinet has a removable changing top that can transform it into a convenient baby changing station into an elegant dresser that can be filled with all of your baby's favourite toys and treasures. The drawers are completely customizable, so you can match it to your nursery style.

Some cots can be extended for 10 years or more by using expansion packs. They can be less expensive than purchasing a new cot or mattress.

When it comes to the top cot beds, the Coxley meets all the right boxes. It's well-made, simple to build and looks fantastic in any nursery. It is more expensive than the other options and requires a standard-sized mattress which you'll need to buy separately. It's definitely worth checking out, though, 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 is a minimalist design that has contemporary flair, featuring warm oak-effect details and soft curves to create a stunning design that's sure loved by parents and the baby. The cot bed can be used until your child reaches age of four. It can be easily transformed into an infant bed with a simple extension kit. The matching dresser includes an under-bed drawer that is perfect for blankets and muslins. It also comes with teething rails to ensure your child will be secure while sleeping.

Our test subject found this cot to be the best of all the models we tested for its design and ease of assembly, with an Allen key included so you can start working right immediately. The tester also praised its sturdy construction and luxurious feel, noting that it feels like a "real investment piece" and is an elegant addition to any nursery.

It's more expensive than other cot-beds we've looked at however the quality and durability make it worth the extra expense. The sleigh-style design is attractive and will make your child the centre of attention in any room! You can save money by purchasing the extras such as teething rails and drawer. We would suggest buying an oval mattress rather than one of the standard sizes to avoid overstretching the slats and creating 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 a true luxurious. It is constructed of solid slats of plywood and birch, and is designed to last. It has a French style. It confirms to the French safety standards too and you can rest assured that your child will be safe and sound. It is available in two stunning colors: grey-green and off-white.

Our test subjects found it simple to put together and believed it was the most luxurious look cot we've seen in our round-up. However, it's costly - especially as you need to purchase the mattress separately, and when you're on a tight budget, there are more affordable alternatives there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

If extra features are important to you, then this cot bed might be the perfect choice. It has a convenient 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 downside of this crib is that you have to buy a mattress separately which can make the cost rise even more than other models in our review. Its stunning design and ease of assembly as well as capacity to adapt to your baby's needs are all appealing which makes it a worthy cost. Our testers 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 choice for parents wanting a stylish contemporary frame that can endure the test of time. It's a bit more costly than some of the other options we've seen, but it includes an accompanying changing table and wardrobe so you can kit out your nursery in one go. It's also simple to put together and comes with three mattress heights for your baby to develop into. It also comes with teething rails as well as an attractive drawer that slides underneath so that you don't have to lose precious floor space.

You'll have to purchase an additional mattress if you would like to use this cot bed. Therefore, plan your budget accordingly. You can purchase a high mattress of good quality for less than PS100 which isn't too much of an cost. The only issue 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 for their children because they are affordable and offer a comfortable sleeping space. The majority of cot beds are suitable for children from birth to about four years old age, but some may be transformed into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. You'll find a few of these in our list if you're looking for a cot bed that will last longer.

The Wooden Cotbed

This stunning solid-wood cot is stylish and beautifully designed. It comes with a variety of other features, including a drawer under the bed and three levels of base that can be adjusted. The crib is suitable for children up to four years of age (though some will require conversion to a toddler bed by using an adapter kit that is sold separately).

The bed comes with a teddy bear canopy as well as removable teething bars. Our tester said the cot bed was simple to put together, particularly since all pieces were clearly labeled and packed. It's also smaller than the other cots we tried, so it makes the perfect choice for smaller rooms.

It's not cheap, at PS599 with the mattress included, but it feels like an investment piece and you could possibly use it for multiple babies. It looks beautiful in natural wood, however you can also purchase it in three Scandi-inspired colors. It can easily be converted into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides in place to ensure safety) and then into a sofa/daybed when your child is ready to let go of the bars.

This is a great choice for parents who are looking for a solution to sleeping that will last for as long as their children do. Our test-run with parents Becki stated that her Boori cot was able to last through 3 children. It has a lovely traditional design that's suitable for most homes, and is constructed from sustainable sources of Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot comes with handy extras such as a teddy-bear canopy, teething rails and the option to buy a reflux wedge.