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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
Whether you're camping with baby or visiting family sleeping well is vital. Choose the best crib bed to ensure that your child is safe, snug and can (hopefully!) sleep easily.
This crib bed is a fantastic design. It has a slim aesthetic and the frame is easy to put together. It is also able to be transformed into a chic toddler's bed.
The Mamas and Papas Coxley
Our overall winner The Coxley is packed with features that reflect an exquisitely designed and hand-crafted style. It has three adjustable cot base heights that can be converted into a toddler bed, so will see your child through their first four years. It also has two rails for teething which aid in soothing gums and stop them from chewing the cot sides.
The Coxley comes as a complete nursery set that includes a stylish cotbed as well as an all-purpose dresser/changer. It also comes with two wardrobes. The dresser/change has an adjustable changing unit that can transform it into a handy baby changing station to an elegant dresser. It can be filled with your child's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customised to fit your nursery's style.
Some cots can last 10 years or more with expansion packs. They can be less expensive than buying a new cot or mattress.
The Coxley is a great choice for cot beds. It's easy to assemble and well-made, and looks stunning in any nursery. However, it's a little more expensive than some of the other options we've listed and will require a standard mattress (which you'll need to purchase separately). This is still worth a look because it looks like a very sturdy and long-lasting design.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is a elegant and stylish choice that'll complement any nursery. It blends minimalist design with a contemporary twist, featuring warm oak-effect details and soft curves for a standout look that's sure to be loved by both parents and baby. The mini cot beds bed can be used until your child is at the age of four. It can be easily converted to an adult bed by using a simple extension kit. The dresser that comes with it is a handy under-bed drawer, which is perfect for storing muslins and blankets as well as teething rails to keep your little one secure while they sleep.
This cot was rated the most effective by our testers for its design, its ease of assembly and the Allen key that comes with it. She also praised the solid design and premium feel, adding that it feels like it's a "real investment piece" as well as being an elegant addition to any nursery.
It's more expensive than the other cot beds we've examined, but the quality and durability are worth the extra cost. The sleigh design is striking and will make any room in which your baby is centre of the attention! The extras, like a useful drawer and rails for teething, can also cut down on the expense of buying separate furniture pieces if you're on a tight budget. We recommend buying an oval mattress instead of a standard UK size to prevent stretching the slats and causing discomfort for your baby. Apart from that, our tester didn't have any issues with this cot and said it was a fantastic buy.
The La Redoute Willox
This cot bed is real luxurious. With solid wood slats and birch oak made to last, it's designed to last and has a genuine French look. It complies with French safety standards and you can rest assured that your child is safe and sound. It is available in two stunning colours grey-green and off-white.
Our test participants found it easy to put together and believed it was the most elegant look cot we've seen in our round-up. However, it's expensive particularly since you have 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
This crib bed is an excellent option for those looking for additional features. It comes with a handy under-bed storage area and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of base to three different levels, so that your child won't have to climb out when they get older.
The only downside of this cot is that you need to purchase a separate mattress which can make the cost rise even more than other models in our review. The premium aesthetics, ease of assembly, and ability to grow along with your child are all appealing and make this cot worth the investment. Our testers thought this cot would be the perfect addition to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis elementary is a great crib choice for parents looking for a stylish frame that lasts a long time. It's a bit more expensive than some of the other options we've seen, but it includes an accompanying changing table and wardrobe which means you can outfit your nursery in one step. It's also easy to assemble and has three mattress height positions for your baby to grow into. It has teething rails, and an adjustable drawer that slides beneath so that you don't lose valuable floor space.
It's important to note that you'll have to purchase an additional mattress for this crib bed, so make sure you budget for it. A quality mattress can be bought for less than PS100. This isn't a huge cost. It might be difficult to find a mattress that is suitable for the oval shape of the cot however, there are a variety of kinds that are suitable for.
Many parents choose to use cot beds due to the fact that they are great value and provide your child with a comfy place to sleep. Most cot beds are suitable for babies to about four years old age, however some can be converted into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. You'll find several of them on our list if you're looking for a cot bed that will last longer.
The Wooden Cot Bed
This stunning solid-wood cot is stylish and beautifully designed. It also comes with a range 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 most will need to be converted to an infant bed using the conversion kit, which is sold separately).
There is a teddy-bear canopy and teething bars that can be removed. The cot bed was simple to put together for our tester. All of the pieces were clearly marked and packed. It's also smaller in size than the other cots we tested which makes it the perfect choice for smaller rooms.
It's not inexpensive at PS599 and includes a mattress included. But it feels like an investment piece, and you can use it for more than one child. It looks stunning in natural wood, however you can also get it in three Scandi-inspired colors. It can be converted into a toddler's bed easily (leaving three sides open for safety) and then into a daybed/sofa once your child is ready to let go of the bars.
This is a great option for parents seeking a sleeping solution that can last for as long as their children do. Our test with parents Becki said her Boori cot could last for three children. The sale cot has a classic design that's suitable for a variety of homes. It is constructed from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with some useful accessories like a teddy-bear canopy teething rails, and the option of purchasing an reflux wedge.