The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
If you're camping with baby or visiting family, a comfortable night's sleep is crucial. Invest in one of our best cot beds, to ensure your child is secure, safe and (hopefully) sleeping comfortably.
With a sleek and easy to assemble frame this cot bed bears all the hallmarks of a great design. It can also be converted into a chic toddler's bed.
The Mamas and Papas Coxley
The Coxley is our top pick is loaded with features that adhere to an elegantly handcrafted style. It comes with three adjustable cot bases and can be transformed into an infant's bed. It will keep your child happy for the first four years. It comes with two teething bars that relax gums and stop them from chewing on the sides of the cot.
The Coxley is an entire nursery set that includes a stylish cotbed as well as an all-purpose dresser/changer. It also includes two wardrobes. The dresser/change unit has an adjustable changing top that turns it from a useful baby changing station to an elegant dresser that could be filled with your children's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers are completely customizable, so you can match it to your nursery style.
Some cots can be extended to 10 years or more with expansion packs. It's worth looking out for these as they are less expensive than buying a new mattress and cot later.
When it comes to the best cot beds, the Coxley meets all the right boxes. It's well-made, simple to build and looks fantastic in any nursery. It is more expensive than other options and requires a standard-sized mattress, which you'll need to purchase separately. It's worth checking out, however, because we think it's worth the money for a long-lasting design that looks extremely sturdy.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and stylish choice that will complement any nursery. It has warm oak details soft curves, and a minimalist design. Baby and parents will be delighted. The crib bed can be used until your child is at the age of four. It can be easily converted into a toddler bed using a simple extension kit. Mini Cot Bed that comes with it has a drawer underneath the bed which is ideal for blankets and muslins. It also comes with teething rails so your child is safe sleeping.
Our tester found this cot to be the most effective of the models we evaluated for its design and ease of assembly with an Allen key included so you can start working right immediately. The tester also praised its sturdy construction and luxurious feel, adding that it feels like it's a "real investment piece" as well as being a stylish design for any nursery.
It's more expensive than other cribs we've seen however the quality and durability make it worth the cost. The sleigh-style design looks particularly attractive and will make your baby the center of attention in any room! You can save money by purchasing accessories like a rail for teething and drawer. However, we recommend purchasing an oval mattress rather than a standard UK-sized one to avoid stretching the slats and possibly cause discomfort for your baby. Apart from that, our tester didn't have any issues with this cot and stated it was a great buy.
The La Redoute Willox
This cot bed is true luxurious. With solid birch oak and plywood slats It's built to last and has a classic French feel to it. It also meets French safety standards and you can be at ease knowing that your child will be in safe hands. We love the off-white finish, but it's also available in a stunning grey-green shade.
Our test subjects thought it was easy to put together, and also that it looked most luxurious in our roundup. However, it is expensive and you'll need to buy a mattress separately - and if you're on a budget there are more affordable alternatives there.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed
This cot bed is a great choice if you are looking for extra features. It comes with an under-bed storage drawer 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 of bed as they get older.
The only downside of this cot is that you need to purchase a mattress separately - something that can make the cost rise even more than other models we've reviewed. Its gorgeous design as well as its ease of assembly and the ability to grow with your baby are all appealing though, making it worth the investment. Our testers liked this cot and believed it would make a wonderful addition to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis elementary is a fantastic choice for parents looking for a stylish frame that lasts 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 in one go. It's also easy to set up and has three mattress height positions so that your baby can develop into it. It also comes with teething rails and a drawer that neatly slips underneath, so you don't have to compromise your floor space.
It's important to note that you'll have to purchase a mattress separately for this cot bed, so make sure to budget accordingly. You can purchase a high mattress of good quality for less than PS100 which isn't an excessive expense. It can be difficult to find a mattress that is suitable for the oval shape of the cot, however, there are a variety of types that will fit.
A lot of parents choose cot beds because they are a great value and provide your child with a comfortable place to sleep. They're usually suitable from the moment your child is born until he is about four years old, although some can be converted into toddler beds by the purchase of an extension kit. There are some of them in our list if you're looking for a cot bed that will last for a longer time.
The Wooden Cotbed
This beautiful solid-wood cot bed is elegant and well-designed. It also has a number of useful extras, including a drawer beneath that is handy as well as three adjustable base heights. The cot is suitable for kids from 4 years old to age (though some will need to be converted to a toddler bed using a conversion kit sold separately).
A teddy bear canopy as well as teething rails that can be removed are included. Our test participant said that this cot bed was simple to assemble, especially as all pieces were clearly labeled and well packed. Mini Cot Bed 's also a bit smaller compared to some of the other cots we looked at and is a good choice for smaller rooms.
It's not expensive at PS599 with the mattress included. However, it is an investment piece, and it can be used for more than one baby. It's beautiful in natural wood, however it is also available in three Scandi-inspired finishes. It converts to a toddler's bed easily (leaving three sides up for safety) and into a daybed/sofa when your baby is ready to go without bars.
It's a great choice for parents looking for a versatile sleep solution that can last as long as possible - our test with parents Becki claims that her Boori cot has been used by three children, so it does seem to stand the test of time. It's a beautiful traditional design that will fit all homes and is constructed from sustainable Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot also includes a number of useful accessories like a teddy bear canopy and teething rails. There's also the option of purchasing a reflux wedge to add comfort for babies.