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A restful night's sleep is important whether you're camping or visiting relatives. Invest in one of our top cot beds, to ensure your baby is comfortable, safe and (hopefully) sleeping easily.

With a sleek and easy-to-assemble frame, this cot bed has all the hallmarks of a high-quality design. It can also be converted into a stylish toddler's bed.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley

Our overall winner, the Coxley is packed with design features that adhere to an exquisitely designed and hand-crafted style. It comes with three cot bases that are adjustable and can be transformed into a toddler's bed. This will last your child for their first four years. It comes with two teething bars that soothe gums and prevent chewing on the cot sides.

The Coxley is available in a full nursery set, that includes a stylish crib, multi-purpose dresser/changer and double wardrobe. The dresser/change comes with an adjustable changing unit that transforms it from a convenient baby changing station to a sleek dresser. It can be filled with your child's most loved toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customised to match the style of your nursery.

A cot of good quality is one that will last until your child is around four years old, but some offer the possibility of purchasing expansion packs which extend their use up to five or even 10 years. They are less expensive than purchasing a new cot or mattress.

When it comes to the top cot beds, the Coxley is a great choice. It ticks all the right boxes - it's sturdy, easy to put together and looks great in any nursery. It is, however, slightly more expensive than the other options we've listed and will require a standard mattress (which you'll need to purchase separately). It's worth checking out, though, as 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 sleek and elegant choice that'll be a perfect fit for any nursery. It's got warm oak details soft curves, and an elegant design. Babies and parents will love it. The cot bed is made to last until your child reaches four years old, and can be converted to a toddler bed by using an easy extension kit. The matching dresser includes a drawer under the bed which is ideal for blankets and muslins. It also has teething rails to ensure your child can be safe while sleeping.

This cot was rated as the top by our testers for its design, its ease of assembly tots and cots the Allen key that comes with it. It also received praise for its sturdy construction and premium feeling and said it felt like a "real piece of investment" as well as an elegant addition to any baby's nursery.

It's a bit more expensive than the other cot beds we looked at, but it's still an Affordable Cots alternative that's worth the extra cost for its durability and quality. The sleigh's design is striking and will make any room your baby's the center of attention! You can save money by purchasing the extras such as a rail for teething and a drawer. We would recommend purchasing an oval mattress instead of one of the standard UK size to avoid stretching the slats out and causing discomfort to your baby. In addition, our tester didn't have any issues with the cot and said it was a great purchase.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is a real luxurious. With solid wood slats and birch oak It's built to last and has a classic French style. It also complies with French safety standards and you can rest sure that your child will be in safe hands. It's available in two stunning colours grey-green and off-white.

Our testers thought it was easy to assemble, and also that it looked most luxurious in our roundup. However, it is expensive and you'll need to purchase the mattress separately, and when you're on a tight budget, there are better alternatives there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

If extra features are important for you, then this cot bed might be the best option. It has 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 doesn't have to climb out when they get older.

The only downside to this cot is that it requires a separate mattress, which can cause the price to go more than other models we've reviewed. The stunning design as well as the ease of assembly and the ability to grow with your child are all attractive, making this sale cot worth the investment. Our test participants thought this cot would make an excellent addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis Elementary is a great option for parents looking for a stylish, modern-looking frame that will endure the test of time. It's more expensive than some of the other options we've seen, but it includes an accompanying changing table and wardrobe which means you can outfit your nursery in one go. It's also easy to put together and comes with three mattress heights for your baby to develop into. It comes with teething rails and an elegantly arranged drawer that slides under the mattress to ensure you don't waste valuable floor space.

It's worth noting that you'll need an additional mattress for this cot sale bed, so make sure you budget accordingly. You can find a decent mattress for less than PS100 and that's not too much of an additional cost. The only drawback is that you may find it tricky to get an ideal fit due to the fact that the cot is an oval shape. However, there are many kinds of mattresses that work for it.

A lot of parents choose to use cot beds due to the fact that they are great value and offer your child a comfy place to sleep. The majority of cot beds are suitable for children 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 couple of these in our list so you can search for them if want your cot bed to last for a longer time.

The Wooden Cot Bed

One of our favourite cot beds, this gorgeous solid-wood model is well constructed and stylish. It has many other features, such as an under-bed drawer and three adjustable base levels. The cot is suitable for children from 4 years old to age (though some may need to be converted to a toddler bed using the conversion kit available separately).

A teddy bear canopy as well as teething rails that can be removed are also included. Our tester said this cot bed was easy to put together, especially since all the pieces were clearly labeled and well-packed. It's also smaller in size than other cots we tested and is the perfect choice for smaller rooms.

It's not cheap at PS599 with the mattress included It's an investment piece and you could possibly make use of it for multiple babies. It looks beautiful in natural wood but you can also purchase it in three Scandi-inspired finishes. It is easily transformed 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.

This is a great choice for parents who are seeking a sleeping solution that can last as long as they do. Our test-run with parents Becki said that her Boori cot was able to last through three children. The cot has a classic style that is suitable for most homes. It's made of sustainably harvested Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with some handy extras such as the teddy bear canopy teething rails, as well as the option of purchasing an reflux wedge.