The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
A restful night's sleep is essential, whether you're camping or visiting family. Choose the best cot bed to ensure that your child is safe and comfortable. They can (hopefully!) sleep easily.
With a slim aesthetic and a simple to assemble frame this cot bed bears all the marks of an excellent design. It can also be converted into a chic toddler bed.
The Mamas & Papas Coxley
The overall winner is the Coxley is brimming with design features that adhere to a beautifully hand-crafted aesthetic. It comes with three cot bases that can be adjusted and can be transformed into a toddler's bed. This will keep your child happy for the first four years. It also has two rails for teething that 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 the stylish cotbed and a multi-purpose dresser/changer unit. It also comes with a double wardrobe. The dresser/change features an easily removable changing unit that transforms it from a convenient baby changing station into a stylish dresser. It can be filled with your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers are fully customisable, so you can match it to the decor of your nursery.
Some cots can be extended for 10 years or more with expansion packs. They are less expensive than buying a new mattress or cot.
When it comes to the best cot beds and cots, the Coxley ticks all the right boxes. It's well-made, easy to put together and looks stunning in any nursery. However, it is a little more expensive than the other options we've listed and will require a standard sized mattress (which you'll need to purchase separately). It's still worth looking at, however because it looks like it's a sturdy and long-lasting design.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is a elegant and sleek choice that will be a perfect fit for any nursery. It has warm oak details, soft curves and an elegant design. Babies and parents will be delighted. The cot bed is made to last until your child reaches four years old, and can be converted into a toddler bed using an easy extension kit. The dresser that comes with it is a handy under-bed drawer that is ideal to store blankets and muslins as well as teething rails to keep your little one safe while they sleep.
This cot was named the top by our testers for its design, ease of assembly, and the Allen key that comes with. She also praised its strong construction and premium feeling as it felt like an "real piece of investment" and was an elegant accessory to any nursery.
It's more expensive than other cribs we've seen, but the quality and durability are worth the cost. The sleigh design is striking and will make any room your baby's centre of the attention! You can save money by purchasing accessories like a rail for teething and a drawer. We would recommend purchasing an oval mattress instead of a standard UK size to avoid stretching the slats too far and causing discomfort to your baby. Our test subject had no problems with the cot and thought it was an excellent purchase.
The La Redoute Willox
As its name suggests, this cot bed is a symbol of luxurious. It's made of solid birch and plywood slats and is designed to last. It has an ethereal French style. It is certified to French safety standards, so you can be sure your little one will be safe and sound. It's available in two stunning colours: grey-green and off-white.
Our testers found it easy to assemble, and that it looked the most luxurious of our selections. However, cot bed sales is expensive - especially as you need to buy an additional mattress - and if you're on a budget there are better alternatives there.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed
If you are looking for additional features to you, then this cot bed is the ideal option. It comes with an under-bed storage drawer and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of base to three levels so that your child doesn't have to climb out as they get older.
The only downside to this cot is that it requires a mattress separately that can make the price go up even higher than other models we reviewed. The premium aesthetics as well as the ease of assembly and the capacity to grow with your child are all attractive, making this cot worth the cost. Our testers thought this cot would be an excellent addition to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis elementary is a fantastic choice for parents looking for a sleek frame that will last for a long time. It's more expensive than the other options but it comes with matching changing table and wardrobe so you can furnish your nursery all at once. Additionally, it's simple to put together and comes with 3 mattress height positions 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 sacrifice 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. You can find a decent quality mattress for less than PS100, so it's not too much of an additional cost. It may be difficult to find a mattress that fits the oval shape of the cot however, there are many types that will fit.
A lot of parents opt for cot beds because they are affordable and give your child a comfortable place to sleep. The majority of cot beds are suitable for children ranging from birth to about four years old age, but some may be transformed into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. We've included a few these in our list, so you can look out for them if you want your cot bed to last for a longer time.
The Wooden Cot Bed
One of our favourite cot beds, this beautiful, solid-wood number is beautifully constructed and stylish. It also has a number of 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 an conversion kit, available separately).
There is a teddy-bear canopy as well as teething bars that can be removed. Our test subject said that this cot bed was easy to assemble, especially as all pieces were clearly labeled and packed. It's also smaller than some of the other cots that we tested which makes it an ideal choice for smaller rooms.
It's not cheap at PS599 with the mattress included It's an investment piece that you could use it for multiple babies. It's beautiful in natural wood, but also comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It transforms into a toddler's bed with ease (leaving three sides open for security) and then into a daybed/sofa when your baby is ready to go without bars.
It's a great option for parents who want an adjustable sleep solution that will last for as long as it can - our test with parents Becki says that her Boori cot has lasted through three children, which means it does seem to endure the test of time. The cot 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 also includes a number of useful features such as the teddy bear canopy as well as teething rails, and the option to purchase an reflux wedge to provide comfort for babies.