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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

A comfortable night's rest is essential, whether you're camping or visiting family. Consider investing in one of our top cot beds, to ensure your child is secure, safe and (hopefully) sleeping comfortably.

With a slim aesthetic and easy to assemble frame, this cot bed has all the marks of a great design. It is also able to be transformed into a stylish toddler's bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

The overall winner, the Coxley is brimming with features that reflect an exquisitely designed and hand-crafted style. It comes with three adjustable cot base heights and converts into a toddler bed so it will last your child through the first four years. It also comes with two rails for teething which can soothe gums and keep them from chewing on the sides of the cheap cot bed.

The Coxley is available as a full nursery set, which includes a chic cotbed, multipurpose dresser/change unit and double wardrobe. The dresser/change has an adjustable changing unit that transforms it from a practical baby changing station to an elegant dresser. It can be filled with your child's most loved toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customised to fit your nursery's style.

A cot of good quality should be able to last until your child is about four years old. However, certain models offer the possibility of purchasing an expansion pack that extend their use to five or even 10 years. They are less expensive than purchasing a new mattress or cot.

When it comes to the best cot beds, the Coxley meets all the right boxes. It's sturdy, easy to build and looks fantastic in any nursery. However, it's a little more expensive than the other options on our list and will require a standard mattress (which you'll have to purchase separately). It's worth looking at, however it appears to be it's a sturdy and durable design.

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 to create a stunning design that's sure loved by parents as well as baby. The cot bed was designed to last until your child is four years old and converts to a toddler bed by using an easy extension kit. The dresser that comes with it has an under-bed drawer which is ideal for blankets and muslins. It also comes with teething rails to ensure your child will be secure while sleeping.

This cot was rated as the most effective by our testers for its design, ease of assembly, and also the Allen key that comes with it. She also praised its strong construction and premium feeling as it felt like it was a "real piece of investment" and was an elegant design for any nursery.

It's a little more expensive than the other cot beds we looked at however it's an affordable alternative that's worth the money for its durability and quality. The sleigh design is striking and will make any room in which your baby is the center of the attention! You can save money by buying accessories like teething rails and a drawer. However, we recommend purchasing an oval mattress rather than the standard size of a UK-sized one to avoid stretching the slats and creating discomfort for your baby. Apart from that, our tester didn't have any issues with the crib and thought it was a great buy.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is real luxurious. With solid wood slats and birch oak, it's designed to last and has an authentic French feel to it. It also meets French safety standards and you can rest at ease knowing that your child will be in safe hands. We like the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green colour.

Our testers found it easy to assemble, and that it looked the most luxurious in our roundup. However, it's costly - especially as you need to purchase 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 extra features are important for you, then this cot bed is the perfect choice. It has a convenient under-bed storage space and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of base to three different levels, so that your child won't have to climb out as they grow older.

The only downside to this cot is that it requires a mattress separately which could cause the price to go even higher than other models we've reviewed. The stunning design, ease of assembly, and the capacity to grow with your child are all appealing and make this cot well worth the cost. Our test subjects thought that this cot would make an excellent addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis Elementary is a good choice for parents looking for a stylish contemporary frame that can endure the test of time. It's more expensive than other frames however, it comes with a matching wardrobe and changing table so you can outfit your nursery in one go. Additionally, it's simple to set up and has three mattress height positions so that your baby will be able to grow into it. It also comes with teething rails and a drawer that neatly slips underneath, so you don't have to sacrifice floor space.

It's important to note that you'll have to purchase a separate mattress for this cot bed, so make sure you budget for it. A high-quality mattress can be bought for less than PS100. This isn't an enormous expense. The only issue is that you might have a difficult time finding an ideal fit due to the fact that the cot has an oval shape, however there are a variety of types of mattresses that will work for it.

Many parents choose cot beds due to the fact that they are great value and offer your child a comfy place to sleep. Most cot beds are suitable for children from birth to about four years old age, however some can be transformed into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. We've included a few of these in our list and suggest you look for them if want your cot bed to last longer.

The Wooden Cot Bed

One of our favourite cot beds, this gorgeous solid-wood model is well constructed and elegant. It also has a number of additional 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 most will need to be converted into a toddler bed with a conversion kit, sold separately).

A teddy bear canopy as well as removable rails for teething are included. Our test participant said that this cot bed was easy to assemble, especially as all the pieces were clearly labeled and well packed. It's also a bit smaller when compared to other cots we tried and is a good choice for smaller rooms.

It is not inexpensive at PS599 with the mattress included. But it feels like an investment piece, and it can be used for more than one child. It looks beautiful in natural wood, however you can also get it in three Scandi-inspired finishes. It converts to a toddler's bed with ease (leaving three sides open for security) and into a daybed/sofa when your baby is ready to let go of the bars.

This is a great option for parents who are seeking a sleeping solution that lasts for as long as they do. Our test-run with parents Becki stated that her Boori cot was able to last through three children. It has a lovely traditional design that will fit the majority of homes, and is constructed from sustainable Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cheap cot bed comes with useful accessories like the teddy bear canopy teething rails, and the option of purchasing an reflux wedge.