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The best cot bed Cot Beds For Your Little One

A good night's sleep is important, whether you're camping or visiting your family. Make sure you invest in one of our best cot beds, to ensure your little one is snug and safe (hopefully) sleeping easily.

With a slim design and easy to assemble frame, this cot bed has all the marks of an excellent design. It can also be converted into a chic toddler's bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

The Coxley is our top pick is packed with features that reflect an elegantly designed and handcrafted look. It comes with three adjustable cot base heights and converts into a toddler bed so it will last your child through their first four years. It also has two teething rails which aid in soothing gums and stop them from chewing the sides of the cot.

The Coxley is available in a complete nursery set, that includes a stylish cotbed, multipurpose dresser/change unit and a double wardrobe. The dresser/change has an easily removable changing unit that transforms from a practical baby changing station into a stylish dresser. It can be filled with your child's most loved toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized and you can tailor it to the decor of your nursery.

A good quality cot should be able to last until your child is about four years old. However, some offer the possibility of purchasing expansion packs that can extend their use to five or even 10 years. These can be more affordable than purchasing a new mattress or cot.

When it comes to the best cot beds, the Coxley is a great choice. It ticks all the right boxes. It's well-made, easy to build and looks fantastic in any nursery. It is, however, 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 checking this out, however, because we think it's well worth the money for a long-lasting design that appears extremely durable.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is a sleek and elegant choice that'll be a perfect fit for any nursery. It combines minimalist inspiration with contemporary flair, featuring warm oak effect details and soft curves for a standout look that's sure to be loved by parents as well as the baby. The cot bed is designed to last until your child reaches four years old, and can be converted to a toddler bed with an easy extension kit. The matching dresser includes a drawer under the bed that is perfect 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 most effective by our testers for its design, its ease of assembly, and also the Allen key that is included. The tester also praised its sturdy design and premium feel, adding that it feels like an "real investment piece" and is an attractive accessory to any nursery.

It's a bit more expensive than the other cot beds we looked at however it's an affordable alternative that's worth the extra price for its durability and quality. The sleigh design is striking and will make any room in which your cheap baby cots is centre of attention! The nifty extras, including a useful drawer and teething rails will also save you the cost of purchasing separate furniture pieces when you're on a strict budget. However, we recommend buying an oval mattress rather than the standard size of a UK-sized one to avoid overstretching the slats and creating discomfort for your baby. Apart from that our test subject didn't experience any issues with the crib and thought it was a fantastic buy.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is true luxurious. It's made of solid plywood slats, birch and is designed to last. It has an ethereal French look and feel. It confirms to the French safety standards which means you can be certain that your child will be safe and sound. We like the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green colour.

Our testers found it easy to assemble, and that it looked the most luxurious in our roundup. It is expensive, especially because you need to purchase the mattress separately. If you're looking to save money there are alternatives that are less expensive available.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

If extra features are important for you then this cot bed could be the ideal choice. It comes with a handy under-bed storage drawer and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of base to three different levels, so that your child won't have to climb out when they grow older.

The only drawback of this cot is that you need to purchase a mattress separately which could increase the cost more than other models in our review. The premium aesthetics and ease of assembly and ability to grow along with your child are all appealing and make this cot worth the cost. Our testers thought this cot would make a lovely addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis Elementary is a good choice for parents looking for a stylish contemporary frame that can stand the test of time. It's a bit more costly than other options we've seen but it includes a matching changing table and wardrobe so you can kit out your nursery in one step. It's also easy to assemble and has 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 you don't have to compromise your floor space.

It's worth noting that you'll have to purchase a separate mattress for this cot bed, so make sure you budget accordingly. A high-quality mattress can be bought for less than PS100. It's not an enormous cost. It might be difficult to find a mattress that is suitable for the oval shape of the cot however, there are a variety of types that will fit.

A lot of parents choose cot beds as they are affordable and provide your child with a comfortable place to sleep. Most cot cribs beds are suitable for children ranging from birth to around four years of age, but some can be converted into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. We've included a few these in our list, so you can look for them if want your cot bed to last even longer.

The Wooden Cot Bed

One of our favorite cot beds, this gorgeous solid-wood version is beautifully constructed and elegant. It comes with a variety of other features, such as an under bed drawer and three adjustable base levels. The cot can be used until the age of four (though most will need to be converted into a toddler bed with a conversion kit, sold separately).

A teddy bear canopy and removable rails for teething are also included. Our test subject said that this cot bed was easy to put together, especially since all the pieces were clearly labeled and packed. It's also smaller in size than other cots offers we tried which makes it a good option for smaller rooms.

It is not expensive at PS599, with the mattress included. But it feels like an investment piece, and it can be used for more than one child. It's beautiful in natural wood, but also comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It can easily be converted into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides open to ensure safety) and later into a sofa/daybed once your child is ready to let go of the bars.

It's a great option for parents looking for an adjustable sleeping solution that lasts for as long as it can - our test with parents Becki says that her Boori cot has been used by three children, which means it does seem to last the test of time. It's a beautiful, traditional style that'll suit most homes, and is made of sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot comes with useful extras like a teddy-bear canopy teething rails, as well as the option to purchase a reflux wedge.