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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
A good night's sleep is crucial regardless of whether you're camping, or visiting your family. Invest in one of our best cot beds to ensure your little one is snug and safe (hopefully) sleeping comfortably.
This cot bed is a great design. It has a slim aesthetic, and the frame is simple to assemble. It can also be converted into a chic toddler bed.
The Mamas and Papas Coxley
The Coxley the overall winner, is packed with features that adhere to an elegantly handcrafted aesthetic. It comes with three adjustable base heights and converts into a toddler bed so it will last your child through their first four years. It has two teething bars that relax gums and prevent chewing on the cot sides.
The Coxley is available as a full nursery set, which includes the stylish cotbed, a multi-purpose dresser/changer and a double wardrobe. The dresser/change has an adjustable changing unit that transforms into a handy baby changing station to a stylish dresser. It can be filled with your child's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized to match the style of your nursery.
Some cots can be extended for 10 years or more using expansion packs. It's worth looking out for these since they are less expensive than purchasing a whole new mattress and cot later.
When it comes to the top cot beds, the Coxley is a great choice. It ticks all the right boxes - it's well-made, easy to build and looks fantastic in any nursery. It is, however, a little more expensive than the other options on our list and will require a standard mattress (which you'll have to purchase separately). It's worth looking at, however, as it looks like it's a sturdy and long-lasting design.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is a elegant and sleek choice that will complement any nursery. It has warm oak details, soft curves and a minimalist design. Parents and babies will be delighted. The crib bed can be used until your child is at the age of four and is easily converted into an adult bed by using an easy extension kit. The dresser that comes with it is an under-bed drawer, which is perfect to store blankets and muslins, as well as teething rails to keep your baby secure while they sleep.
Our tester found this cot to be the best infant cribs of all the models we tested in terms of design and ease of assembly, with an Allen key included so that you can begin working right away. She also praised its strong construction and premium feeling and said it felt like a "real piece of investment" as well as an attractive accessory to any nursery.
It's more expensive than the other cot beds we've examined however the quality and durability make it worth the extra cost. The sleigh-style design looks particularly striking and will make your baby the center of attention in any room! You can save money by purchasing the additional items like a teething rail and drawer. We would recommend purchasing an oval mattress instead of a standard UK size one, to prevent stretching the slats too far and causing discomfort for your baby. Our tester had no problems with the cot and thought it was an excellent purchase.
The La Redoute Willox
This cot bed is a real luxurious. With solid wood slats and birch oak It's built to last and has an authentic French feel to it. It also complies with French safety standards and you can rest assured that your child will be in safe 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 luxurious look cot we've seen in our round-up. However, it is expensive and you'll need to buy a mattress separately - and If you're looking for a budget-friendly option, there are better alternatives there.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed
This cot bed is a great option if you're looking for extra features. It has a useful drawer for storage under the bed and teething rails. Plus, you can adjust the height of the base with three different settings, so your child won't have to climb out of the bed when they're older.
The only drawback of this cot is that it requires a separate mattress that can cause the price to go even higher than other models we reviewed. The beautiful design as well as the ease of assembly and ability to grow along with your child are all attractive and make this cot worth the cost. Our testers thought this cot would make the perfect addition to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis elementary is a great choice for parents who want a sleek frame that will last a long time. It's more expensive than other options, but it comes with an accompanying changing table and wardrobe so you can furnish your nursery all at once. It's also easy to assemble and comes with three mattress heights for your baby to develop into. It also has teething rails and a drawer that neatly slips under to ensure that you don't need to compromise your floor space.
It's important to note that you'll need a separate mattress for this cot bed, so be sure you budget for it. You can find a decent mattress of good quality for less than PS100, so it's not too much of an additional cost. It might be difficult to find a mattress that fits the oval shape of the cot, however, there are many kinds that can be used.
A lot of parents opt for cot beds because they are a great value and offer your child an enjoyable place to sleep. They're generally suitable from the moment your child is born until he is about four years old, but some can be converted into toddler beds by the purchase of an extension kit. You'll find several of them on our list if you're looking for a cot mattress that will last longer.
The Wooden Cot Bed
This beautiful solid-wood cot bed is elegant and well-designed. It comes with a variety of other features, including a drawer under the bed and three adjustable base levels. The cot can be used up to the age of four years old (though most will need to be converted into a toddler bed with an conversion kit, available separately).
Included are a teddy-bear canopy and teething bars that can be removed. This cot bed was simple for our tester to assemble. All of the pieces were clearly marked and packed. It's also a bit smaller compared to some of the other cots we tried which makes it a great option for smaller rooms.
It's not cheap at PS599 with the recommended cribs mattress included however, it's an investment piece and you could possibly utilize it for multiple children. It's gorgeous in natural wood, but it comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It converts to an infant's bed in a snap (leaving three sides open for safety) and into an upholstered daybed when your child is ready to leave the bars behind.
This is an excellent choice for parents looking for a solution to sleeping that can last for as long as their children do. Our test-run with parents Becki said that her Boori cot was able to last through three children. The cot has a traditional style that is suitable for most homes. It is made from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The small cot beds also comes with a few handy accessories like a teddy bear-themed canopy and teething rails, plus there's the option of buying an reflux wedge to provide comfort for children.