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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

A comfortable night's rest is crucial regardless of whether you're camping, or visiting family. Invest in our best cot bed to ensure your child is secure snug and cozy and can (hopefully!) sleep easily.

With a slim design and easy-to-assemble frame the cot bed has all the hallmarks of a great design. It can also be converted into a chic toddler bed.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley

The Coxley, our overall winner is packed with features that adhere to an elegantly handcrafted style. It comes with three adjustable base heights and converts into a toddler bed which will help your child through the first four years. It comes with two teething bars to soothe gums and prevent them from chewing on the sides of the cot.

The Coxley is available in a complete nursery set, which includes the stylish cotbed, a multi-purpose dresser/changer and a double wardrobe. The dresser/change unit has a removable changing top that transforms it from a useful baby changing station into an elegant dresser that could be filled with your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers are fully customisable and you can tailor it to the decor of your nursery.

Some cots to tots can be extended for 10 years or more with expansion packs. It's worth keeping an eye out for these as they can be cheaper than purchasing a whole new mattress and cot later on.

The Coxley is a great choice for cot beds. It's simple to put together, well-made and looks great in any nursery. However, it is somewhat more expensive than some of the other options we've listed and will require a standard sized mattress (which you'll need to buy separately). It's definitely worth checking out, though, because we believe 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 choice that will look great in any nursery. It's got warm oak details soft curves and an elegant design. Babies and parents will be delighted. The cot bed is designed to last until your child is four years old, and can be converted into a toddler bed using an easy extension kit. The matching dresser includes a drawer under the bed that is perfect for blankets and muslins. It also has teething rails so your child is safe sleeping.

Our tester found this crib to be the best of the models we evaluated for its design and ease of assembly with an Allen key included so you can get to work straight from the start. 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 the other cot beds we've examined however the quality and durability are worth the cost. The sleigh-style design looks particularly striking and will make your child the center of attention in any room! You can save money by purchasing extras such as a teething rail and drawer. We would suggest purchasing an oval mattress rather than the standard size of a UK-sized one to avoid stretching the slats and potentially causing your baby discomfort. Our tester had no issues with the cot and deemed it an excellent purchase.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is real luxurious. With solid lumber slats made of birch and plywood, it's designed to last and has an authentic French look. It also meets French safety standards and you can rest sure that your child is in safe hands. We are awestruck by the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green color.

Our testers found it easy to put together and believed it was the most luxurious look cot we've seen in our round-up. However, it's expensive and you'll need to purchase an additional mattress - and if you're on a budget there are more affordable alternatives there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

This crib bed is a fantastic option if you're looking for additional features. It comes with a handy under-bed storage area and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of the base to three different levels so that your child doesn't have to climb out when they get older.

This cot's only drawback is that it requires a mattress separately, which can increase the cost even higher than other models we reviewed. The beautiful design, ease of assembly, and the ability to grow with your child are all appealing and make this cot worth the investment. Our testers thought this cot would be a lovely 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 last for a long time. It's more expensive than other frames, but it comes with an accompanying changing table and wardrobe so you can outfit your nursery all at once. Plus, it's easy to put together and comes with 3 mattress height positions so that your baby can grow into it. It has teething rails and a drawer that slides neatly under the mattress to ensure you don't waste valuable floor space.

It's important to note that you'll need a mattress separately for this cot bed, so make sure to budget accordingly. You can get a good quality mattress for less than PS100 and that's not too much of an additional expense. The only downside is that you might have a difficult time finding an appropriate fit since the cot has an oval shape, however there are a variety of kinds of mattresses that fit perfectly.

Many parents opt for cot beds for their children due to the fact that they are inexpensive and offer a comfortable sleeping area. The majority of cot beds are suitable for children ranging from birth to about four years old age, but some can be transformed into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. You can find several of them on our list if you're searching for a cot mattress that will last longer.

The Wooden Cot Bed

One of our top cot beds, this beautiful, solid-wood number is beautifully designed and very elegant. It comes with a variety of additional features, including an under bed drawer and three adjustable base levels. The cot can be used up to the age of four (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 as well as teething rails that can be removed are also 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 small in size compared to some of the other cots we tried and is a good option for smaller rooms.

It's not cheap cot beds, costing PS599 with the mattress recommended included however, it's a real investment piece and you could make use of it for multiple babies. It's beautiful in natural wood, but it comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It transforms into an infant cot bed's bed in a snap (leaving three sides open to ensure security) and can be converted into a daybed/sofa when your baby is ready to let go of the bars.

It's a great choice for parents who want an option for a flexible sleep solution that can last for as long as it can - our test with parents Becki says that her Boori cot has survived three children, so it really does last the test of time. It's a beautiful, traditional style that'll suit all homes and is made of sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot comes with some useful extras like the teddy bear canopy as well as teething rails. There's also the option of purchasing an reflux wedge to provide comfort for little ones.