The
Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
A restful night's sleep is crucial regardless of whether you're camping, or visiting your family. Make sure you have the best crib bed to ensure that your child is safe and comfortable. They can (hopefully!) sleep easily.
With a slim design and a simple to assemble frame this cot bed bears all the marks of a great design. It is also able to be transformed into a stylish toddler's bed.
The Mamas & Papas Coxley
The overall winner, the Coxley is packed with design features that adhere to an exquisitely hand-crafted look. It has three cot bases that can be adjusted and can be turned into a toddler's bed. It will last your child for their first four years. It also comes with two rails for teething that can soothe gums and keep them from chewing the cot sides.
The Coxley is available as a full nursery set, which includes a chic crib, multi-purpose dresser/changer and a double wardrobe. The dresser/change features a removable changing unit that transforms from a practical baby changing station into a sleek dresser. It can be filled with your child's most loved toys and keepsakes. The drawers are fully customisable so you can match the style of your nursery.
A good cot should last until your child reaches 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 brand new mattress or cot.
When it comes to the most effective cot beds, the Coxley is a great choice. It ticks all the right boxes. It's sturdy, easy to put together and looks stunning in any nursery. It's more expensive than other models and requires a standard-sized mattress which you'll need to purchase separately. It's worth a look because it looks like an extremely durable and long-lasting design.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is a sleek and elegant choice that'll complement any nursery. It features warm oak effect details, soft curves and a minimalist design. Parents and babies will love it. The crib bed can be used until your child reaches the age of four and is easily transformed into an adult bed by using a simple extension kit. The matching dresser includes a drawer under the bed which is ideal for blankets and muslins. It also comes with teething rails to ensure your child will be secure while sleeping.
This cot was rated as the
best cots by our tester for its design, its ease of assembly and the Allen key that comes with it. It also received praise for its sturdy construction and luxurious feel and said it felt like a "real piece of investment" and was a stylish accessory to any nursery.
It's more expensive than the other cot beds we've looked at, but it's still an affordable alternative that's worth the price for its durability and quality. The sleigh's design is stunning and will make any room your baby's centre of attention! You can save money by purchasing accessories like a teething rail and a drawer. We suggest buying an oval mattress instead of a standard UK size one, to avoid stretching the slats out and causing discomfort for your
Baby beds. Aside from this our test subject didn't experience any issues with the cot and said it was a great buy.
The La Redoute Willox
As the name suggests this bed is the epitome of luxurious. With solid birch oak and plywood slats, it's designed to last and has an authentic French feel to it. It also complies with French safety standards and you can rest at ease knowing that your child is in safe hands. We like the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green shade.
Our testers found it easy to put together, and that it appeared to be the most luxurious of our selections. It's expensive, particularly because you must purchase the mattress separately. If you're on budget there are alternatives that are less expensive available.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed
If additional features are important to you, then this cot bed is the ideal choice. It has a useful drawer for storage under the bed and teething rails. Additionally, you can alter the height of the base by three different settings so that your child won't have to climb out when they're older.
The only drawback of this cot is that it requires a separate mattress, which can cause the price to go more than other models we reviewed. Its premium aesthetic and ease of assembly as well as the ability to grow with your child are all appealing which makes it a worthy cost. Our test subjects thought that this cot would be a lovely addition to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis Elementary is a great option for parents who want a chic, modern-looking frame that will stand the test of time. It's more expensive than other options, but it comes with matching changing table and wardrobe so you can outfit your nursery in one go. It's also easy to put together and includes three mattress height positions for your baby to develop into. It comes with teething rails and an adjustable drawer that slides under the mattress to ensure you don't waste valuable floor space.
You'll have to purchase an additional mattress if you want to use this cot bed. Therefore, you should think about your budget in advance. A good mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. This isn't a huge cost. The only issue is that you might have a difficult time finding an appropriate fit since the cot has an oval shape, however there are plenty of different kinds of mattresses that fit perfectly.
A lot of parents choose cot beds because they are a great value and offer your child a comfy place to sleep. They're generally suitable from the moment your child is born until he is around four years old. However, some can be converted into toddler beds with the purchase of an extension kit. We've included a couple of these in our list, so you can look for them if would like your cot to last longer.
The Wooden
cot sales Bed
One of our favorite cot beds, this stunning solid-wood version is beautifully designed and extremely elegant. It also has a number of useful extras, including a drawer beneath that is handy as well as three heights that can be adjusted. The cot can be used up to the age of four (though the majority of them will need to be converted into a toddler bed with the conversion kit, which is sold separately).
There is a teddy-bear canopy as well as removable teething bars. This cot bed was simple for our tester to assemble. All the pieces were clearly labeled and well-packed. It's also smaller than some of the other cots that we tested which makes it the perfect choice for smaller rooms.
It's not cheap at PS599 with the mattress included, but it feels like a real investment piece and you could well utilize it for multiple children. It looks beautiful in natural wood but it is also available in three Scandi-inspired colors. It can be easily 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 want an adjustable sleep solution that will last as long as possible - our parent tester Becki says that her Boori cot has lasted through three children, so it really does seem to stand the test of time. The cot has a classic design that will suit most homes. It is made of sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with a few handy features such as the teddy bear canopy as well as teething rails, and the option of buying a reflux wedge for added comfort for babies.