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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

A good night's sleep is important whether you're camping or visiting family. Choose the best crib bed to ensure that your child is secure snug and cozy and can (hopefully!) sleep easily.

This cot bed is an excellent design. It has a slim aesthetic and the frame is simple to put together. It can also transform into a stylish toddler bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

Our overall winner The Coxley is brimming with features that reflect an exquisitely hand-crafted look. It comes with three adjustable base heights and converts into a toddler bed, so it will last your child through the first four years. It has two teething bars to soothe gums and stop them from chewing on the cot sides.

The Coxley is available as a full nursery set, which includes a chic cotbed, a multi-purpose dresser/changer and a double wardrobe. The dresser/change unit has a removable changing top that can transform it from a handy baby changing station to a sleek dresser that can be filled with your baby's favourite toys and treasures. The drawers are fully customisable so you can match it to the decor of your nursery.

Some online cots can last 10 years or more with expansion packs. It's worth looking out for these because they may be less expensive than purchasing a whole new mattress and cot later.

The Coxley is a great choice for cot beds. It's simple to put together and well-made, and looks stunning in any nursery. However, it's a little more expensive than some of the other options on our list and will require a standard mattress (which you'll have to purchase separately). It's still worth checking this out, however, because we think it's well worth the cost for a durable design that looks extremely sturdy.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is a elegant and stylish choice that'll be a perfect fit for any nursery. It features warm oak effect details soft curves and a minimalist design. Babies and parents will enjoy it. The crib bed can be used until your child is at the age of four and is easily transformed into an adult bed by using a simple extension kit. The dresser that comes with it is an under-bed drawer that is ideal to store blankets and muslins as well as teething rails to keep your baby secure while they sleep.

Our tester found this cot to be the best of the models we evaluated for its design and ease of assembly, with an Allen key included so you can get to work straight from the start. She also praised the sturdy design and premium feel, noting that it is it's a "real investment piece" and is a stylish addition to any nursery.

It's more expensive than other cot beds we've examined however, the quality and durability are worth the extra expense. 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 rail for teething and an organizer. We would suggest purchasing an oval mattress rather than one of the standard sizes to avoid overstretching the slats and potentially causing your baby discomfort. Our test subject had no issues with the cot and thought it was a great buy.

The La Redoute Willox

As the name suggests the cot bed is the epitome luxurious. With solid birch oak and plywood slats made to last, it's designed to last and has a genuine French look. It is certified to French safety standards too which means you can be certain that your little one will be safe and sound. It is available in two stunning colours Grey-green and off-white.

Our testers found it easy to put together and that it appeared to be the most luxurious in our roundup. It's costly, especially 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 a fantastic choice if you are looking for extra features. It has a convenient under-bed storage area and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of the base to three different levels so that your child doesn't have to climb out when they get older.

The only drawback to this crib is that you have to purchase a separate mattress which can make the cost rise even more than other models we've reviewed. The beautiful design as well as the ease of assembly and ability to grow along with your child are all appealing, making this cot worth the cost. Our testers 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 wanting a stylish contemporary frame that can last for a long time. It's more expensive than other frames, but it comes with an accompanying changing table and wardrobe so you can furnish your nursery in one go. It's also easy to put together, and has three mattress height positions for your baby to grow into. It also comes with teething rails as well as a drawer that neatly slips under so that you don't have to compromise your floor space.

It's worth noting that you'll need to buy an additional mattress for this crib bed, so make sure you budget accordingly. You can purchase a high mattress of good quality for less than PS100 and that's not an excessive expense. It might be difficult to find a mattress that will fit the oval shape of the cot but there are many different kinds that can be used.

A lot of parents choose to use cot beds because they are a great value and offer your child a comfortable place to sleep. Most cot beds are suitable for babies to around four years of age, but some can be transformed into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. There are some of them in our list of options if you're looking for a cot mattress that will last for a longer time.

The Wooden Cot Bed

This beautiful solid-wood mini cot beds bed is elegant and well-designed. It comes with a variety of other features, such as a drawer under the bed and three adjustable base levels. The cot can be used until the age of four years old (though most will need to be converted to a toddler bed with an conversion kit, available separately).

A teddy bear canopy as well as teething rails that can be removed are also included. The cot bed was simple for our test participant to put together. The pieces were clearly labeled and well-packed. It's also small in size compared to some of the other cots we looked at, making it a good option for smaller spaces.

It's not cheap cot beds at PS599 with the mattress included, but it feels like an investment piece and you could possibly utilize it for multiple children. It looks stunning in natural wood, but you can also get it in three Scandi-inspired finishes. It can be easily converted into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides up to ensure safety) and then into a sofa/daybed when your child is ready to let go of the bars.

It's an excellent choice for parents who are looking for a versatile sleep solution that can last as long as possible - our parent tester Becki says her Boori cot has survived three children, so it does last 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 comes with some handy extras such as an teddy-bear canopy, teething rails and the option to purchase an reflux wedge.