The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
When you're camping with your baby or visiting family, a comfortable night's sleep is vital. Make sure you have the best cot bed to ensure your child is safe, snug and can (hopefully!) sleep easily.
With a slim design and easy-to-assemble frame the cot bed has all the hallmarks of a high-quality design. It also converts into a stylish toddler bed.
The Mamas & Papas Coxley
The Coxley, our overall winner, is packed with features that reflect an elegantly handcrafted style. It has three cot bases that can be adjusted and can be transformed into a toddler's bed. It will keep your child happy for the first four years. It comes with two teething bars that soothe gums and stop them from chewing on sides of the cot.
The Coxley is available in the complete nursery set which includes a chic cotbed, multipurpose dresser/change unit and a double wardrobe. The dresser/change comes with a removable changing unit that transforms into a handy baby changing station to a sleek dresser. It can be filled with your child's most loved toys and keepsakes. The drawers are completely customizable so you can match it to the decor of your nursery.
Some cots can be extended to 10 years or more using expansion packs. These can be more affordable than buying a new mattress or cot.
The Coxley is a great choice for cot beds. It's simple to put together, well-made and looks great in any nursery. It is more expensive than other models and requires a standard-sized mattress, which you will need to buy separately. This is still worth a look because it looks like an extremely durable and long-lasting design.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and stylish choice that will look great in any nursery. It combines minimalist inspiration with modern twists, with warm oak effect details and soft curves to create a stunning style that's sure to be loved by parents and the baby. The cot bed can be used until your child reaches the age of four, and can be easily converted to a toddler bed using an easy extension kit. The matching dresser comes with a handy under-bed drawer that's ideal to store blankets and muslins as well as teething rails to keep your baby safe while they sleep.
Our tester found this cot to be the most effective of all the models we tested in terms of design and ease of assembly, with an Allen key included so you can start working right immediately. She also praised its strong construction and high-quality feel as it felt like it was a "real piece of investment" and also an attractive addition to any baby's nursery.
It's a bit more expensive than the other cot beds we've looked at however it's an affordable option that's worth the extra price for its quality and longevity. click homepage -style style is striking and will make your child the center of attention in any room! The extras, like a handy drawer and rails for teething, will also save you the expense of buying separate furniture pieces when you're on a strict budget. However, we would recommend buying an oval mattress than the standard size of a UK-sized one to avoid stretching the slats and potentially causing your baby discomfort. In addition our test-bearer didn't have any issues with the cot and said it was a great buy.
The La Redoute Willox
As the name suggests the cot bed is the epitome of luxurious. With solid lumber slats made of birch and plywood made to last, it's designed to last and has a classic French style. It confirms to the French safety standards too and you can rest assured 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 test participants found it easy to put together and believed it was the most luxurious looking cot in our round-up. It is expensive, especially because you need to purchase the mattress separately. If you're on budget there are alternatives that are less expensive available.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed
If you are looking for additional features for you, then this cot bed might be the perfect choice. It has a convenient under-bed storage space and teething rails. Plus, you can adjust the height of the base through three different settings so your child won't have to climb out when they're older.
The only downside of this cot is that you need to purchase a separate mattress which can increase the cost more than other models in our review. The stunning design and ease of assembly and the capacity to grow with your child are all appealing, making this cot worth the cost. Our test participants loved this cot and thought it would make a stunning addition to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis elementary is a fantastic choice for parents who want an elegant frame that will last for a long time. It's more expensive than other options we've seen, but it comes with an accompanying changing table and wardrobe, so you can kit out your nursery in one go. Plus, it's easy to set up and has three positions for the mattress's height so that your baby can develop into it. It also has teething rails as well as an elegantly slidable drawer underneath to ensure that you don't need to lose precious floor space.
It's worth noting that you'll need a mattress separately for this crib bed, so make sure you budget for it. A high-quality mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. This isn't a huge cost. The only downside is that you may find it tricky to get a good fit because the cot has an oval shape, however there are plenty of different types of mattresses that will be suitable for it.
A lot of parents choose to use cot beds as they are a great value and provide your child with a comfy place to sleep. They're generally suitable from birth until your child is about four years old. However, some convert into toddler beds with the purchase of an extension kit. You'll find a few of these in our list of options if you're looking for a cot that will last for a longer time.
The Wooden Cotbed
One of our favourite cot beds, this stunning, solid-wood number is beautifully designed and very stylish. It also has a number of other features, such as an under-bed drawer and three adjustable base levels. The cot can be used up to the age of 4 years old (though the majority of them will need be converted to a toddler bed by using an conversion kit, available separately).
There is a teddy-bear canopy as well as removable teething bars. Our test participant said that this cot bed was easy to assemble, especially as all pieces were clearly labeled and well packed. It's also smaller in size than some of the other cots we tested which makes it an ideal choice for smaller rooms.
It is not expensive at PS599, with the mattress included. It's an investment piece, and it can be used for more than one child. It's gorgeous in natural wood, but it comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It transforms into an infant's bed in a snap (leaving three sides up to ensure security) and then into a daybed/sofa when your baby is ready to go without bars.
This is a great option for parents who are looking for a solution to sleeping that lasts for as long as their children do. Our parent tester Becki said that her Boori cot lasted through 3 children. It has a lovely, traditional style that'll suit the majority of homes, and is made from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot comes with handy extras such as an teddy-bear canopy teething rails, as well as the option to purchase a reflux wedge.