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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

A good night's sleep is crucial, whether you're camping or visiting your family. Make sure you have the best cot bed to ensure that your child is secure snug and cozy and can (hopefully!) sleep easily.

This cot bed is an excellent design. It has a sleek and minimalist appearance and the frame is simple to assemble. It can also be converted into a stylish toddler's bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

The Coxley the overall winner, is packed with features that follow an elegantly handcrafted aesthetic. It has three cot bases that are adjustable and can be transformed into a toddler's bed. This will last your child for the first four years. It also comes with two rails for teething which help soothe gums and prevent them from chewing the sides of the cot.

The Coxley is available as the complete nursery set which includes the stylish crib, multi-purpose dresser/changer and a double wardrobe. The dresser/change comes with a removable changing unit that can transform it from a practical baby changing station into a sleek dresser. It can be filled with your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized to match the style of your nursery.

Some top rated cots can be extended for 10 years or more by using expansion packs. It's worth keeping an eye out for these since they can be cheaper than purchasing a whole new mattress and cot later.

When it comes to the most effective cot beds, the Coxley is a great choice. It ticks all the right boxes - it's well-made, simple to build and looks fantastic in any nursery. It is more expensive than other models and requires a standard-sized mattress which you'll have to purchase separately. It's definitely 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 option that will look great in any nursery. It features warm oak effect details soft curves, and an elegant design. Parents and babies will love it. The cot bed can be used until your child reaches the age of four and is easily converted to a toddler bed using a simple extension kit. The matching dresser comes with an under-bed drawer that's ideal to store blankets and muslins as well as teething rails to ensure your child is safe as they sleep.

Our test subject found this cot to be the most effective out of all the cots we tested in terms of design and ease of assembly with an Allen key that comes with it so you can begin working right immediately. She also praised its strong construction and high-quality feel as it felt like an "real piece of investment" and was an elegant design for any nursery.

It's more expensive than other cot beds we've examined however, the quality and durability make it worth the extra cost. The sleigh design is striking and will make any room your baby's the center of the attention! You can save money by purchasing extras such as teething rails and drawer. However, we recommend buying an oval mattress rather than the standard size of a UK-sized one to avoid overstretching the slats and potentially cause discomfort for your baby. Our tester had no other issues with the cot, and thought it was an excellent purchase.

The La Redoute Willox

As its name suggests the cot bed is the epitome luxury. With solid wood slats and birch oak, it's designed to last and has an authentic French feel to it. It also complies with French safety standards, so you can rest assured that your child is in good hands. It's available in two stunning colours Grey-green and off-white.

Our testers thought it was easy to put together and that it appeared to be the most luxurious in our roundup. However, it's expensive particularly since you have to buy the mattress separately, and when you're on a tight budget, there are more affordable alternatives there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed

If additional features are important to you, then this cot bed might be the best choice. It has a convenient under-bed storage area and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of the base with three different settings, so your child won't be forced to climb out when they're older.

The only drawback of this cot is that you will need to purchase a mattress separately which could increase the cost more than other models in our review. The premium aesthetics, ease of assembly, and the capacity to grow with your child are all attractive and make this cot well worth the money. Our test subjects loved this cot and thought it would be a beautiful addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis elementary is a fantastic choice for parents who want a sleek frame that lasts a long time. It's more expensive than other options, but it comes with an accompanying changing table and wardrobe so you can outfit your nursery in one go. It's also easy to set up and has three mattress height positions so your baby can grow into it. It comes with teething rails and an elegantly arranged drawer that slides underneath so you don't lose valuable floor space.

It's worth noting that you'll have to purchase a mattress separately for this cot bed, so be sure you budget accordingly. A quality mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. It's not an enormous expense. It can be difficult to find a mattress that fits the oval shape of the cot however, there are many types that will fit.

Many parents choose cot beds for their children due to the fact that they are affordable and offer a comfortable sleeping area. They're usually suitable from the time your child is born until the time he is around four years old, but some can be converted into toddler beds by the purchase of an extension kit. We've included a couple of these in our list, so you can look for them if would like your cot to last for a longer time.

The Wooden Cotbed

This gorgeous solid-wood Mini Cot Bed bed is elegant and well-designed. It comes with a variety of other features, including an under bed drawer and three adjustable base levels. The cot can be used until the age of four years old (though the majority of them will need be converted into a toddler bed by using the conversion kit, which is sold separately).

A teddy bear canopy and removable teething rails are also included. This cot bed was easy to put together for our tester. All of the pieces were clearly labeled and well-packed. It's also a bit smaller compared to some of the other cots to tots we tested, making it a good option for smaller spaces.

It is not inexpensive at PS599 and includes a mattress included. However, it is an investment piece and you can use it for more than one child. It's beautiful in natural wood, but also comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It is easily transformed 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.

This is an excellent choice for parents seeking a sleeping solution that lasts for as long as they do. Our test with parents Becki said her Boori cot lasted through 3 children. The cot has a classic style that is suitable for most homes. It is constructed of sustainably harvested Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with some useful extras like an teddy-bear canopy teething rails, as well as the option to buy the reflux wedge.