The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
If you're camping with baby or visiting relatives, a comfortable night's sleep is vital. Make sure you invest in one of our best cot beds to ensure your child is secure and safe (hopefully) sleeping comfortably.
With a sleek and a simple to assemble frame, this cot bed has all the hallmarks of an excellent design. It also converts into a chic toddler bed.
The Mamas & Papas Coxley
The Coxley, our overall winner is loaded with features that reflect an elegantly handcrafted aesthetic. It comes with three adjustable base heights and converts into a toddler bed so will see your child through the first four years. It also comes with two rails for teething that aid in soothing gums and stop them from chewing on the cot sides.
The Coxley is an entire nursery set that includes the stylish cotbed and a multipurpose dresser/changer unit. It also comes with double wardrobe. The dresser/change comes with a removable changing unit that transforms it from a practical baby changing station to a sleek dresser. It can be filled with your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers are completely customizable, so you can match it to your nursery style.
A good quality cot should be able to last until your child is about four years old. However, some come with the option of purchasing expansion packs that can extend their use to five or even 10 years. These can be more affordable than buying a new mattress or cot.
When it comes to the best 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 some of the other options we've listed and will require a standard sized mattress (which you'll have to purchase separately). This is still worth a look, as it looks like it's a sturdy and long-lasting design.
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. Baby and parents will be delighted. The cot bed is made to be used until your child is four years old and converts to a toddler bed by using a simple extension kit. The coordinating dresser comes with an under-bed drawer that is ideal for storing muslins and blankets as well as teething rails to keep your little one secure while they sleep.
Our test subject found this crib to be the best out of all the cots we evaluated for its design and ease of assembly with an Allen key that comes with it so you can begin working right from the start. She also praised its strong construction and premium feeling and said it felt like an "real piece of investment" and was an elegant design for any nursery.
It's a little more expensive than the other cribs we examined, but it's still an affordable alternative that's worth the extra cost for its quality and durability. The sleigh design is striking and will make any room where your baby's centre of the attention! You can save money by buying accessories like a teething rail and an organizer. We suggest buying an oval mattress instead of a standard UK size to avoid stretching the slats and causing discomfort for your baby. Aside from this our test subject didn't experience any issues with this cot and stated it was a great purchase.
The La Redoute Willox
This cot bed is real luxury. It's constructed of solid slats of plywood and birch, and is built to last. It has an ethereal French style. It confirms to the French safety standards too and you can be certain that your child will be safe and sound. It is available in two stunning colours: grey-green and off-white.
Our test subjects thought it was easy to put together and that it appeared to be the most luxurious of our selections. It's expensive, particularly because you need to purchase the mattress separately. If you're on budget, there are cheaper options available.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed
If extra features are important for you, then this cot bed is the best option. It comes with an under-bed storage drawer 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 when they're older.
The only downside of this crib is that you have to buy a mattress separately which could increase the cost more than other models we've reviewed. Its gorgeous design, ease of assembly and ability to adapt to your baby's needs are all appealing though, making it worth the purchase. Our test participants thought this cot would make an excellent addition to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis elementary is a great option for parents looking for an elegant frame that will last a long time. It's more expensive than other options however, it comes with a matching wardrobe and changing table to outfit your nursery in one go. Plus, it's easy to set up and has three positions for the mattress's height so that your baby will be able to grow into it. It also has teething rails as well as an attractive drawer that slides underneath so that you don't have to lose precious floor space.
It's important to note that you'll have to purchase a mattress separately for this crib bed, so make sure you budget accordingly. A quality mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. It's not an expensive expense. The only downside is that you might have a difficult time finding an ideal fit due to the fact that the cot has an oval shape. However, there are a variety of kinds of mattresses that can work for it.
Many parents choose to use cot beds due to the fact that they are affordable and provide your child with a comfortable place to sleep. They're generally appropriate from the time your child is born until the time he is four years old, but some convert into toddler beds with the purchase of an extension kit. You'll find several of them on our list if you're looking for a cot mattress that lasts longer.
The Wooden Cotbed
One of our favorite cot beds, this beautiful, solid-wood number is beautifully designed and very elegant. It has many other features, including an under-bed drawer and three levels of base that can be adjusted. The cot can be used until the age of four years old (though the majority of them will need be converted to a toddler bed with a conversion kit, sold separately).
The bed comes with a teddy bear canopy as well as teething bars that can be removed. This cot bed was easy for our test participant to put together. All the pieces were clearly marked and well-packed. It's also smaller in size than the other cots that we tested and is the perfect choice for smaller rooms.
It's not cheap, costing PS599 with the mattress recommended included, but it feels like a real investment piece and you could possibly use it for multiple babies. It's beautiful in natural wood but you can also get it in three Scandi-inspired finishes. It is easily transformed into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides up to ensure safety) and later into a sofa/daybed once your child is ready to let go of the bars.
This is a great choice for parents who are looking for a solution to sleeping that lasts for as long as they do. Continuing -run with parents Becki stated that her Boori cot was able to last through three children. mini cot beds has a classic style that is suitable for most homes. It is constructed of sustainably harvested Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with a few handy features including a teddy bear canopy and teething rails. There's also the option of purchasing an reflux wedge to provide comfort for children.