The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
Whether you're camping with baby or visiting relatives, a comfortable night's sleep is vital. Choose the best cot bed to ensure that your child is secure and comfortable. They can (hopefully!) sleep easily.
With a sleek and a simple to assemble frame, this cot bed has all the marks of a great design. It can also be converted into a chic toddler's bed.
The Mamas and Papas Coxley
The Coxley, our overall winner is packed with features that follow an elegantly designed and handcrafted look. It comes with three adjustable cot bases and can be transformed into a toddler's bed. It will keep your child happy for 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 cot.
The Coxley is available as a complete nursery set, that includes a stylish crib, multi-purpose dresser/changer and a double wardrobe. The dresser/change comes with an easily removable changing unit that can transform it from a practical baby changing station into an elegant dresser. It can be filled with your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customised to match the style of your nursery.
Some cots can be extended to 10 years or more using expansion packs. It's worth looking out for these because they can be cheaper than buying a brand new cot and mattress later on.
The Coxley is a great choice for cot beds. It's simple to put together and is well-made. It looks fantastic in any nursery. cots and tots 's more expensive than other options and requires a standard-sized mattress, which you'll have to purchase separately. It's still worth checking this out, however, because we believe it's worth the cost for a long-lasting design that looks extremely sturdy.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and sleek option that will complement any nursery. It combines minimalist inspiration with contemporary flair, featuring warm oak effect details and soft curves to create a stunning style that's sure to be loved by both parents and the baby. The cot bed is made to be used until your child is four years old, and can be converted into a toddler bed using an easy extension kit. The dresser that comes with it is an under-bed drawer that is ideal to store blankets and muslins, as well as teething rails to keep your little one secure while they sleep.
Our tester found this crib 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 begin working right immediately. She also praised its sturdy construction and high-quality feel and said it felt like a "real piece of investment" and also an attractive design for any nursery.
It's more expensive than some of the other cot beds we looked at however it's an affordable alternative that's worth the extra cost for its quality and longevity. The sleigh's design is stunning and will make any room in which your baby is centre of attention! The nifty extras, including a useful drawer and teething rails, will also save you the expense of buying separate furniture pieces when you're on a strict budget. We recommend buying an oval mattress instead of a standard UK size one, to avoid 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 buy.
The La Redoute Willox
This cot bed is a absolute luxury. It's made of solid birch and plywood slats and is designed to last. It has a French look and feel. It complies with French safety standards, so you can be certain that your child is safe and sound. We are awestruck by the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green colour.
Our testers found it easy to put together and that it looked the most luxurious in our roundup. However, it is expensive particularly since you have to buy the mattress separately, and when you're on a tight budget, there are cheaper alternatives out there.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed
If you are looking for additional features for you, then this cot bed is the best option. It has a useful drawer for storage under the bed and teething rails. Additionally, you can alter 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.
This cot's only drawback is that it requires a mattress separately, which can cause the price to go even higher than other models we reviewed. The premium aesthetics, ease of assembly, and the ability 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 the perfect addition to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis Elementary is a good choice for parents wanting a stylish, modern-looking frame that will last for a long time. It's a bit more expensive than some of the other options we've looked at, but it includes an adjustable changing table and wardrobe making it possible to furnish your nursery in one go. It's also easy to set up and has three positions for the mattress's height so that your baby will be able to grow into it. It also comes with teething rails and an attractive drawer that slides under, so you don't have to compromise your floor space.
You'll have to purchase a separate mattress if you would like to use this cot bed. So, make sure you budget your money accordingly. A good mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. This isn't a huge cost. It might be difficult to find a mattress that will fit the oval shape of the cot but there are many different types that will fit.
Many parents choose cot beds for their children due to the fact that they are inexpensive and provide a comfortable sleeping area. They're generally suitable from birth until your child is around four years old, although some can be converted to toddler beds with the purchase of an extension kit. We've included a few of these in our list, so you can look out for them if you wish to make your cot bed last longer.
The Wooden Cot Bed
One of our favorite cot beds, this beautiful solid-wood version is beautifully constructed and stylish. It also has a number of other features, including a drawer under the bed and three levels of base that can be adjusted. The cot is suitable for children from 4 years old to age (though some may require conversion to a toddler bed by using a conversion kit sold separately).
A teddy bear canopy and teething rails that can be removed are included. This cot bed was easy for our tester to assemble. All of the pieces were clearly marked and packed. It's also small in size when compared to other cots we looked at, making it a good choice for smaller rooms.
It's not cheap at PS599 with the mattress recommended included, but it feels like an investment piece that you could well make use of it for multiple babies. It looks stunning in natural wood, however you can also purchase it in three Scandi-inspired finishes. It can be converted into an infant's bed in a snap (leaving three sides up to ensure safety) and then into a daybed/sofa once your child is ready to let go of the bars.
It's a great option for parents who are looking for a versatile sleep solution that will last for as long as it can - our parent tester Becki says her Boori cot has lasted through three children, which means it does last the test of time. The cot has a classic design that's suitable for a variety of homes. It is constructed from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with handy extras such as a teddy-bear canopy teething rails, as well as the option to purchase an reflux wedge.