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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
Whether you're camping with baby or visiting family, a comfortable night's sleep is vital. Invest in one of our top cot beds to ensure your little one is snug and safe (hopefully) sleeping comfortably.
This crib bed is a fantastic design. It has a sleek and minimalist appearance, and the frame is simple to put together. It can also be transformed into a stylish toddler's bed.
The Mamas & Papas Coxley
The Coxley is our top pick, is packed with features that adhere to an elegantly handcrafted aesthetic. It features three cot bases that can be adjusted and can be transformed into a toddler's bed. It will last your child for the first four years. It also has two rails for teething that help soothe gums and prevent them from chewing the sides of the cot.
The Coxley comes in the form of a complete nursery set which includes a chic cotbed as well as an all-purpose dresser/changer. It also comes with double wardrobe. The dresser/change comes with an easily removable changing unit that can transform it from a convenient baby changing station into a sleek dresser. It can be filled with your child's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized and you can tailor the style of your nursery.
A good quality cot should be able to last until your child is about four years old, but some come with the option of purchasing expansion packs that can extend their use to five or even 10 years. It's worth looking out for these since they are less expensive than purchasing a whole new mattress and cot later on.
When it comes to the top cot sets beds and cots, the Coxley is a great choice. It ticks all the right boxes - it's well-made, simple to put together and looks stunning in any nursery. It is, however, a little more expensive than some of the other options on our list and will require a standard mattress (which you'll have to purchase separately). It's worth a look, as it looks like a very sturdy and durable design.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and sleek choice that will complement any nursery. It has warm oak details, soft curves and an elegant design. Baby and parents will be delighted. The crib bed can be used until your child reaches age of four. It can be easily converted into an infant bed with 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 keep your little one safe while they sleep.
This cot was rated the best by our tester for its design, ease of assembly, and the Allen key that comes with. She also praised its strong construction and luxurious feel as it felt like an "real piece of investment" and also a stylish design for any nursery.
It's more expensive than other cot beds we've examined, but the quality and durability are worth the extra cost. The sleigh-style style is attractive and will make your child the centre of attention in any room! The extras, like an adorable drawer and rails for teething, will also save you the cost of purchasing separate furniture pieces in case you're on a tight budget. We would recommend purchasing an oval mattress instead of one of the standard UK sized one, to prevent stretching the slats and causing discomfort to your baby. Apart from that, our tester didn't have any issues with the cot and said it was a fantastic buy.
The La Redoute Willox
This cot bed is a absolute luxurious. It's constructed of solid plywood slats, birch and is built to last. It has a French feel. It also meets French safety standards and you can be at ease knowing that your child will be in good hands. We are awestruck by the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green shade.
Our test participants found it easy to put together and believed it was the most elegant look cot we've seen in our round-up. However, it's costly - especially as you need to purchase 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
If additional features are important for you then this cot bed is the perfect choice. 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 downside of this crib is that you have to purchase a separate mattress which could push the price up even more than other models we've reviewed. The stunning design, ease of assembly, and ability to grow along with your child are all appealing and make this cot well worth the cost. Our testers 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 contemporary frame that can stand the test of time. It's more expensive than some of the other options we've seen but it comes with an adjustable changing table and wardrobe so you can kit out your nursery in one step. It's also easy to assemble and has three mattress heights for your baby to grow into. It has teething rails and a drawer that slides neatly underneath so you don't lose valuable floor space.
You'll have to purchase an additional mattress if you intend to use this cot bed. Therefore, you should make sure you budget your money accordingly. A high-quality mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. This isn't an enormous cost. It can be difficult to find a mattress that will fit the oval shape of the cot, however, there are a variety of kinds that are suitable for.
Many parents opt for cot beds for their children as they are affordable and offer a comfortable sleeping area. Most cot beds are suitable for children from birth to about four years old age, but some can be transformed into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. There are several of them on our list if you're searching for a cot that will last longer.
The Wooden Cotbed
This stunning solid-wood cot is elegant and well-designed. It has many additional 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 to be converted into an infant bed using an conversion kit, available separately).
The bed comes with a teddy bear canopy and teething bars that can be removed. Our tester said this cot bed was easy to put together, particularly since all pieces were clearly labeled and packed. It's also smaller than other cots that we tested which makes it a good option for smaller rooms.
It's not cheap cot bed, at PS599 with the recommended mattress included It's an investment piece that you could make use of it for multiple babies. It's beautiful in natural wood but you can also purchase it in three Scandi-inspired colors. It transforms into an infant's bed in a snap (leaving three sides open to ensure safety) and into an upholstered daybed when your child is ready to let go of the bars.
This is a great choice for parents looking for a solution to sleeping that will last as long as they do. Our test with parents Becki stated that her Boori cot lasted through 3 children. It's got a lovely traditional design that's suitable for the majority of homes, and is made from sustainable Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot comes with some useful features like a teddy bear-themed canopy and teething rails, plus there's the option of purchasing a reflux wedge for added comfort for little ones.