The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
Whether you're camping with baby or visiting relatives, a comfortable night's sleep is vital. Invest in our best crib bed to ensure that your child is secure snug and cozy and can (hopefully!) sleep easily.
This cot bed is a great design. It has a slim aesthetic, and the frame is simple to assemble. It is also able to be transformed into a stylish toddler's bed.
The Mamas and Papas Coxley
The Coxley is our top pick is packed with features that follow an elegantly handcrafted aesthetic. It has three cot bases that can be adjusted and can be turned into an infant's bed. It will keep your child happy for the first four years. It comes with two teething bars that relax gums and prevent them from chewing on sides of the cot.
The Coxley is available as the complete nursery set which includes the stylish cotbed, multipurpose dresser/change unit and a double wardrobe. The dresser/change features an easily removable changing unit that can transform it from a convenient baby changing station into an elegant dresser. It can be filled with your child's most loved toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be made to match your nursery's style.
A good quality cot should be able to last until your child is about four years old, but some come with the possibility of purchasing an expansion pack which extend their use up to five or even 10 years. It's worth keeping an eye out for these because they are less expensive than purchasing a whole new mattress and cot later.
The Coxley is a great choice for cot beds. It's easy to assemble, well-made and looks great in any nursery. It's more expensive than the other options and requires a standard-sized mattress which you will need to purchase separately. This is still 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 stylish choice that'll complement any nursery. It blends minimalist design with modern twists, with warm oak-like details and soft curves for a standout look that's sure to be loved by parents as well as baby. The crib bed can be used until your child reaches the age of four. It can be easily transformed into an infant bed with a simple extension kit. The matching dresser comes with a handy under-bed drawer that's ideal for storing muslins and blankets, as well as teething rails to ensure your child is safe while they sleep.
This cot was named the best by our tester for its design, its ease of assembly, and the Allen key that is included. cribs praised the solid design and premium feel, stating that it feels like a "real investment piece" as well as being a stylish accessory to any nursery.
It's a little more expensive than the other cot beds we've looked at, but it's still an affordable alternative that's worth the cost for its quality and longevity. The sleigh's design is striking and will make any room where your baby's centre of the attention! The useful extras, such as a handy drawer and teething rails, can also cut down on the cost of purchasing separate furniture pieces when you're on a strict budget. We would recommend purchasing an oval mattress instead of one of the standard UK sized one, to prevent stretching the slats out and causing discomfort for your baby. Our tester had no issues with the cot, and thought it was a great buy.
The La Redoute Willox
As its name suggests the cot bed is the epitome luxury. It's made of solid slats of plywood and birch, and is designed to last. It has the French look and feel. It confirms to the 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 color.
Our testers found it easy to put together, and that it looked the most luxurious of our selections. It's expensive, particularly since you have to buy the mattress separately. If you're budget-conscious There are more affordable options available.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed
This crib bed is an excellent option for those looking for extra features. It has a useful drawer for storage under the bed and teething rails. You can also alter the height of the base to three different levels so that your child doesn't have to climb out as they grow older.
The only drawback of this cot is that you will need to purchase a separate mattress - something that can make the cost rise even more than other models we've reviewed. The premium aesthetics as well as the ease of assembly and the ability to grow with your child are all attractive and make this cot worth the cost. Our test participants liked this cot and believed it would make a wonderful addition to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis Elementary is a good choice for parents who want a chic, modern-looking frame that will stand the test of time. It's more expensive than some of the other options we've seen but it includes an adjustable changing table and wardrobe so you can kit out your nursery in one step. Plus, it's easy to assemble and has 3 mattress height positions so that your baby can develop into it. It also comes with teething rails as well as an attractive drawer that slides underneath, so you don't have to lose precious floor space.
It's worth noting that you'll need a separate mattress for this cot bed, so make sure you budget for it. A quality mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. This isn't a huge expense. It can be difficult to find a mattress that is suitable for the oval shape of the cot however, there are many types that will fit.
Many parents choose cot beds for their children as they are inexpensive and provide a comfortable sleeping space. They're generally suitable from birth until your child is about four years old. However, some convert into toddler beds by the purchase of an extension kit. We've included a few of these in our list, so you can look out for them if you would like your cot to last even longer.
The Wooden Cot Bed
This gorgeous solid-wood cot bed is elegant and beautifully designed. It comes with a variety of other features, such as an under bed drawer and three levels of base that can be adjusted. The cot is suitable for kids up to four years of age (though some of them will require conversion to a toddler bed by using an adapter kit that is sold separately).
A teddy bear canopy as well as removable teething rails are also included. Our test subject said that the cot bed was simple to assemble, especially as all pieces were clearly labeled and well packed. It's also smaller than some of the other cots that we tested, so it makes an ideal choice for smaller rooms.
It is not cheap at PS599 with the mattress included. However, it is an investment piece and it can be used for more than one child. It's beautiful in natural wood, but it also 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 choice for parents looking for a versatile sleep solution that can last as long as possible - our test with parents Becki says that her Boori cot has lasted through three children, so it seems to stand the test of time. The cot is a classic design that will suit most homes. It's made of sustainably harvested Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot includes a number of useful extras including the teddy bear canopy as well as teething rails. There's also the option to purchase a reflux wedge to add comfort for babies.