The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
A good night's sleep is crucial regardless of whether you're camping, or visiting family. Consider investing in one of our best crib beds, so that your baby is comfortable, safe and (hopefully) sleeping comfortably.
With a slim design and a simple to assemble frame, this cot bed has all the marks of a high-quality design. It can also be converted into a chic toddler's bed.
The Mamas and Papas Coxley
The Coxley, our overall winner is loaded with features that follow an elegantly handcrafted style. It comes with three cot bases that are adjustable and can be transformed into a toddler's bed. This will last your child for the first four years. It also has two rails for teething which aid in soothing gums and stop them from chewing the sides of the cot.
The Coxley comes in the form of a complete nursery set which 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 transforms from a convenient baby changing station into a stylish dresser. It can be filled with your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customised to fit your nursery's style.
A good cot should last until your child reaches four years old, but some offer the possibility of purchasing an expansion pack which extend their use up to five or even 10 years. They are less expensive than buying a new mattress or cot.
Baby Crib is a great option for cot beds. It's simple to put together and is well-made. It looks fantastic in any nursery. It's more expensive than the other options and requires a standard-sized mattress which you'll need to buy separately. It's worth looking at, however it appears to be an extremely durable and long-lasting design.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and sleek option that will go well with any nursery. It combines minimalist inspiration with a contemporary twist, featuring warm oak-effect details and soft curves for a striking design that's sure loved by parents and the baby. The cot bed is designed to last until your child reaches four years old and converts to a toddler bed with an easy extension kit. The matching dresser comes with a handy under-bed drawer that is ideal for storing muslins and blankets, as well as teething rails to keep your baby safe while they sleep.
This cot was rated the most effective by our testers for its design, its ease of assembly, and also the Allen key that comes with it. She also praised its strong construction and luxurious feel and said it felt like a "real piece of investment" and also an attractive accessory to any nursery.
It's a little more expensive than the other cot beds we've looked at however, it's still an affordable option that's worth the extra money for its quality and longevity. The sleigh-style design is attractive and will make your child the centre of attention in any room! The nifty extras, including an adorable drawer and teething rails can also cut down on the expense of buying separate furniture pieces when you're on a strict budget. We suggest buying an oval mattress instead of one of the standard UK size one, to avoid stretching the slats and causing discomfort for your baby. Our tester had no issues with the cot and thought it was an excellent purchase.
The La Redoute Willox
This cot bed is true luxury. browse around here is constructed of solid plywood slats, birch and is designed to last. It has the French feel. It also meets French safety standards and you can rest 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 color.
Our test subjects found it simple to put together and believed it was the most elegant design cot we've reviewed in our roundup. It's expensive, particularly because you must purchase the mattress separately. If you're budget-conscious There are more affordable options available.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed
This cot bed is a great option if you're looking for additional features. It comes with a handy under-bed storage area and teething rails. Additionally, you can alter the height of the base by three different settings, so your child doesn't have to climb out of the bed when they're older.
The only drawback to this cot is that you will need to purchase a mattress separately - something that can push the price up even more than other models we've reviewed. The beautiful design as well as the ease of assembly and the capacity to grow with your child are all appealing, making this cot worth the investment. Our test participants loved the cot and thought it would be a beautiful addition to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis Elementary is a good choice for parents looking for a stylish, modern-looking frame that will endure the test of time. It's more expensive than some of the other options we've looked at, but it includes a matching changing table and wardrobe making it possible to furnish your nursery in one trip. It's also easy to put together, and includes three mattress heights for your baby to grow into. It also has teething rails as well as a drawer that neatly slips underneath to ensure that you don't need to compromise your floor space.
It's worth noting that you'll need to buy a mattress separately for this cot bed, so be sure you budget accordingly. You can purchase a high quality mattress for less than PS100 and that's not an excessive expense. The only downside is that you might be unable to find a good fit because the cot is an oval shape, but there are many types of mattresses that will fit perfectly.
Many parents opt for cot beds for their children because they are inexpensive and offer a comfortable sleeping area. They're generally appropriate from the moment your child is born until he is around four years old. However, some convert into toddler beds with the purchase of an extension kit. We've included a couple of these in our list, so you can look out for them if you wish to make your cot bed last longer.
The Wooden Cotbed
One of our favourite cot beds, this gorgeous, solid-wood number is beautifully designed and extremely stylish. It also comes with a variety of nifty extras including an under-bed drawer that is handy and three heights that can be adjusted. The cot is suitable for children up to four years of age (though some of them will need to be converted to a toddler bed using an adapter kit that is sold separately).
A teddy bear canopy and teething rails that can be removed are included. This cot bed was easy for our tester to assemble. The pieces were clearly marked and well-packed. It's also smaller than other cots we tested and is the perfect choice for smaller rooms.
It's not cheap at PS599 with the mattress recommended included however, it's an investment piece and you could possibly make use of it for multiple babies. It's gorgeous in natural wood, but it comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It can easily be converted into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides in place to ensure safety) and it can be converted into a daybed or sofa when your child is ready to let go of the bars.
It's a great option for parents who are looking for an option for a flexible sleep solution that can last as long as possible - our parent tester Becki claims that her Boori cot has lasted through three children, so it does seem to stand the test of time. It's got a lovely traditional design that will fit the majority of homes, and is constructed from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot comes with a few handy features such as a teddy bear-themed canopy and teething rails, and the option of buying a reflux wedge to add comfort for children.