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A comfortable night's rest is essential regardless of whether you're camping, or visiting family. Make sure you have the best cot bed to ensure that your child is secure, snug and can (hopefully!) sleep easily.

With a slim aesthetic and a simple to assemble frame this cot bed bears all the hallmarks of an excellent design. It can also be converted into a chic toddler bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

The Coxley, our overall winner is packed with features that adhere to an elegantly handcrafted aesthetic. It comes with three adjustable cot bases and can be turned into an infant's bed. This will last your child for their first four years. It also has two rails for teething which help soothe gums and prevent them from chewing on the cot sides.

The Coxley is an entire nursery set that includes a stylish cotbed as well as a multipurpose dresser/changer unit. It also comes with a double wardrobe. The dresser/change unit comes with an easily removable changing top that can transform it from a handy baby cots on sale changing station into an elegant dresser that could be filled with all of your baby's favourite toys and treasures. The drawers are fully customisable and you can tailor it to your nursery style.

A good quality cot should last until your child is around four years old. However some come with the possibility of purchasing expansion packs which extend their use up to five or even 10 years. It's worth keeping an eye out for these as they may be less expensive than buying a new cot and mattress later on.

The Coxley is a fantastic choice for cot beds. It's easy to put together, well-made and looks great in any nursery. It is more expensive than other options and requires a standard-sized mattress, which you will need to buy separately. It's definitely worth checking 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 elegant and sleek choice that will be a perfect fit for any nursery. It is a minimalist design that has a contemporary twist, featuring warm oak-effect details and soft curves for a striking style that's sure to be loved by parents as well as the baby. The cot bed is designed to be used until your child is four years old. It can be converted to a toddler bed by using a simple extension kit. The matching dresser includes a drawer underneath the bed which is ideal for blankets and muslins. It also has teething rails to ensure your child is safe sleeping.

Our tester found this cot to be the most effective of all the models we evaluated for its design and ease of assembly with an Allen key included so you can start working right from the start. She also praised its strong construction and premium feeling, saying that it felt like it was a "real piece of investment" and also an attractive accessory to any nursery.

It's more expensive than the other cot beds we've examined however, the quality and durability are worth the extra cost. The sleigh-style design looks particularly striking and will make your child the centre of attention in any room! You can save money by purchasing the accessories like a rail for teething and drawer. However, we would recommend buying an oval mattress rather than a standard UK-sized one to avoid stretching the slats too much and creating discomfort for your baby. Apart from that, our tester didn't have any issues with the cot and stated it was a great purchase.

The La Redoute Willox

Like its name implies the cot bed is the epitome of luxurious. With solid wood slats and birch oak, it's designed to last and has a classic French look. It complies with French safety standards too, so you can be certain that your child will be safe and sound. It's available in two stunning colors: grey-green and off-white.

Our testers found it easy to put together and that it looked the most luxurious of our selections. It's expensive, particularly because you need to purchase the mattress separately. If you're budget-conscious there are alternatives that are less expensive available.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

This crib bed is a fantastic option for those looking for extra features. It has a useful drawer for storage under the bed and teething rails. Plus, you can adjust the height of the base by three different settings so your child won't have to climb out of the bed when they're older.

The only downside of this crib is that you have to purchase a separate mattress which could make the cost rise even more than other models in our review. Its premium aesthetic and ease of assembly as well as the ability to adapt to your baby's needs are all appealing though which makes it a worthy investment. Our test participants liked this cot and believed it would make a stunning accessory to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis Elementary is a great choice for parents wanting a stylish modern frame that can last for a long time. It's more expensive than the other options, but it comes with matching wardrobe and changing table so you can outfit your nursery all at once. Additionally, it's simple to put together and comes with 3 mattress height positions so your baby can develop into it. It has teething rails, and an elegantly arranged drawer that slides underneath so you don't lose valuable floor space.

You'll need to purchase an additional mattress if want to use this cot bed. Therefore, you should make sure you budget your money accordingly. You can get a good mattress for less than PS100, so it's not an excessive expense. It may be difficult to find a mattress that is suitable for the oval shape of the cot but there are many different types that will fit.

Many parents opt for cots for their children because they are inexpensive and offer a comfortable sleeping space. The majority of cot beds are suitable for babies to around four years of age, but some may be converted into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. You can find a few of these in our list if you're looking for a cot that lasts longer.

The Wooden Cot Bed

This gorgeous solid-wood cot bed is stylish and beautifully designed. It also has a number of other features, such as an under bed drawer and three levels of base that can be adjusted. The cot can be used up to the age of 4 years old (though the majority of them will need be converted to a toddler bed with the conversion kit, which is sold separately).

There is a teddy-bear canopy and removable teething bars. Our tester said this cot bed was easy to put together, particularly since all pieces were clearly labeled and packed. It's also very small cot beds when compared to other cots 4 tots we tested, making it a good choice for smaller rooms.

It's not inexpensive at PS599 with the mattress included. However, it is an investment piece and it can be used for more than one Baby Crib. It's beautiful in natural wood, but also comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. 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.

This is a great option for parents who are looking for a solution to sleeping that lasts for as long as they do. Our parent tester Becki said that her Boori cot lasted through three children. The cot is a classic design that will suit most homes. It's made of sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot also includes a number of useful accessories like a teddy bear-themed canopy and teething rails, plus there's the option of purchasing an reflux wedge to provide comfort for little ones.