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The best cot newborn Cot Beds For Your Little One

A comfortable night's rest is essential, whether you're camping or visiting family. Invest in one of our top cot beds, to ensure your baby is comfortable, safe and (hopefully) sleeping comfortably.

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

The Mamas & Papas Coxley

The Coxley the overall winner is packed with features that reflect an elegantly handcrafted aesthetic. It comes with three cot bases that are adjustable and can be turned into an infant's bed. This will last your child for the first four years. It has two teething bars that relax gums and stop chewing on the sides of the cot.

The Coxley comes in an entire nursery set that includes a chic cotbed as well as a multipurpose dresser/changer unit. It also includes a double wardrobe. The dresser/change comes with an easily removable changing unit that can transform it from a convenient baby changing station to an elegant dresser. It can be filled with your child's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers are completely customizable and you can tailor it to your nursery style.

A good cot is one that will last until your child is about four years old, but some offer the option of purchasing expansion packs which extend their use up to five or even 10 years. It's worth keeping an eye out for these since they are less expensive than purchasing a whole new cot and mattress later on.

When it comes to the top cot cribs beds that we have reviewed, the Coxley is a great choice. It ticks all the right boxes - it's well-made, simple to put together and looks great in any nursery. However, it's a little more expensive than some of the other options on our list and will require a standard mattress (which you'll need to buy separately). It's worth looking at, however it appears to be a very sturdy and durable design.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is a elegant and sleek choice that will fit in with any nursery. It is a minimalist design that has a contemporary twist, featuring 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 is designed to be used until your child is four years old, and can be converted to a toddler bed by using an easy extension kit. The matching dresser includes a drawer under the bed that is perfect for blankets and muslins. It also comes with teething rails to ensure your child can be safe while sleeping.

This cot was rated as the best by our tester for its design, ease of assembly and the Allen key that comes with. She also praised the solid construction and luxurious feel, stating that it is an "real investment piece" and is an elegant design for any nursery.

It's a little more expensive than the other cot beds we looked at however it's an affordable alternative that's worth the extra price for its quality and durability. The sleigh design is striking and will make any room your baby's the center of the attention! The useful extras, such as a useful drawer and teething rails, will also help you avoid the cost of purchasing separate furniture pieces if you're on a tight budget. We would suggest buying an oval mattress rather than the standard size of a UK-sized one to avoid overstretching the slats and potentially causing your baby cot online discomfort. Our test subject had no issues with the cot and deemed it an excellent buy.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is real luxury. With solid wood slats and birch oak, it's designed to last and has a classic French look. It complies with French safety standards too, so you can be sure your little one will be safe and sound. We are awestruck by the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green shade.

Our testers found it easy to assemble and thought it was the most luxurious look cot we've seen in our round-up. However, it's expensive and you'll need to purchase a mattress separately - and when you're on a tight budget, there are better alternatives 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 perfect choice. It comes with an under-bed storage drawer and teething rails. Additionally, you can alter the height of the base through three different settings so your child won't be forced to climb out of the bed when they're older.

The only drawback of this cot is that it requires a mattress separately that can increase the cost more than other models we looked at. The beautiful design and ease of assembly and the capacity to grow with your child are all attractive, making this cot worth the money. 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 fantastic choice for parents looking for a stylish frame that lasts a long time. It's more expensive than other options however, it comes with a matching changing table and wardrobe so you can furnish your nursery all at once. It's also easy to put together, and comes with three mattress height positions for your baby to grow into. It comes with teething rails and an adjustable drawer that slides under the mattress to ensure you don't waste valuable floor space.

It's important to note that you'll need an additional mattress for this cot bed, so make sure you budget accordingly. You can get a good mattress of good quality for less than PS100, so it's not an excessive expense. It might be difficult to find a mattress that will fit the oval shape of the cot however, there are many types that will fit.

Many parents opt for cot beds because they are a great value and offer your child a comfortable place to sleep. Most cot beds are suitable for children ranging from birth to around four years of age, but some may be converted into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. We've included a few of these in our list, so you can look out for them if you want your cot bed to last longer.

The Wooden Cot Bed

One of our top rated cots cot beds, this stunning, solid-wood number is beautifully designed and very elegant. It also has a number of nifty extras including a handy drawer underneath and three heights that can be adjusted. The cot can be used until the age of 4 years old (though the majority of them will need to be converted into a toddler bed by using a conversion kit, sold separately).

There is a teddy-bear canopy and removable teething bars. Our tester said this cot bed was easy to put together, particularly since all the pieces were clearly labeled and well-packed. It's also small in size in comparison to other cots we tested and is a good choice for smaller rooms.

It is not cheap at PS599, with the mattress included. But it feels like an investment piece and it can be used for more than one baby. It looks beautiful in natural wood but you can also get it in three Scandi-inspired finishes. It can be easily converted into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides open to ensure safety) and later into a sofa/daybed once your child is ready to let go of the bars.

This is a great option for parents who are looking for a solution to sleeping that will last for as long as their children do. Our parent tester Becki stated that her Boori cot was able to last through 3 children. It's got a lovely, traditional style that'll suit most homes, and is constructed from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot comes with some useful accessories like an teddy-bear canopy teething rails, as well as the option of purchasing a reflux wedge.