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The best cots uk Cot Beds For Your Little One
A restful night's sleep is crucial whether you're camping or visiting your family. Make sure you have the best cot bed to ensure your child is secure snug and cozy and can (hopefully!) sleep easily.
With a sleek and easy 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 and Papas Coxley
The Coxley, our overall winner, is packed with features that adhere to an elegantly designed and handcrafted look. It has three cot bases that can be adjusted and can be converted into a toddler's bed. It will last your child for the first four years. It comes with two teething bars that relax gums and prevent them from chewing on the cot sides.
The Coxley is available in a complete nursery set, which includes the stylish crib, multi-purpose dresser/changer and double wardrobe. The dresser/change features an easily removable changing unit that transforms it from a convenient baby changing station into an elegant dresser. It can be filled with your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers are fully customisable and you can tailor the style of your nursery.
A cot of good quality should last until your child reaches four years old. However some come with the possibility of purchasing expansion packs that can extend their use to five or even 10 years. It's worth keeping an eye out for these since they are less expensive than buying a new cot for sale and mattress later on.
When it comes to the top cot beds and cots, the Coxley meets all the right boxes. It's well-made, simple to put together and looks great in any nursery. It's more expensive than the 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 worth the money for a long-lasting design that appears extremely durable.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and sleek choice that will go well with any nursery. It blends minimalist design with modern twists, with warm oak-like 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 made 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 under the bed which is ideal for blankets and muslins. It also comes with teething rails so your child will be secure while sleeping.
Our test subject found this cot to be the best out of all the cots we evaluated for its design and ease of assembly with an Allen key that comes with it so you can start working right away. She also praised its sturdy construction and high-quality feel and said it felt like a "real piece of investment" as well as an attractive accessory to any nursery.
It's a little more expensive than some of the other cot beds we looked at however, it's still an affordable alternative that's worth the cost for its quality and longevity. The sleigh design is striking and will make any room in which your baby is centre of attention! You can save money by purchasing additional items like a rail for teething and a drawer. We would recommend purchasing an oval mattress instead of a standard UK size one, to prevent stretching the slats too far and causing discomfort for your baby. Our tester had no other issues with the cot, and deemed it an excellent buy.
The La Redoute Willox
As its name suggests, this cot bed is the epitome of luxury. It's constructed of solid birch and plywood slats and is built to last. It has the French feel. It also complies with French safety standards, so you can rest assured that your child is in good hands. It is available in two stunning colors Grey-green and off-white.
Our testers found it easy to put together and believed it was the most elegant looking cot in our round-up. It's costly, especially because you must purchase the mattress separately. If you're budget-conscious there are alternatives that are less expensive available.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed
If additional features are important to you, then this cot bed could be the perfect option. It comes with a handy 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 of bed as they get older.
This cot's only drawback is that it requires a mattress separately, which can increase the cost more than other models we looked at. Its gorgeous design and ease of assembly as well as capacity to grow with your child are all appealing though, making it worth the investment. Our test subjects thought that this cot would make the perfect addition to any nursery cots.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis Elementary is a great choice for parents looking for a stylish, modern-looking frame that will stand the test of time. It's more expensive than other options we've seen, but it includes an accompanying changing table and wardrobe, which means you can outfit your nursery in one step. Plus, it's easy to set up and has three mattress height positions so your baby will be able to grow into it. It has teething rails and an elegantly arranged drawer that slides under the mattress to ensure you don't waste valuable floor space.
You'll need to purchase an additional mattress if you would like to use this cot bed. So, make sure you budget your money accordingly. You can get a good mattress of good quality for less than PS100 and that's not too much of an cost. The only drawback is that you may have a difficult time finding a good fit because the cot is an oval shape. However, there are many types of mattresses that will be suitable for it.
Many parents opt for cots for their children as they are reasonably priced and provide a comfortable sleeping space. Most cot beds are suitable for children ranging from birth to about four years old age, however some can 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 bed that will last for a longer time.
The Wooden Cotbed
One of our top cot beds, this beautiful solid-wood model is well designed and very stylish. It also comes with a range of handy extras like a drawer beneath that is handy as well as three adjustable heights for the base. The crib is suitable for children from 4 years old to age (though some may need to be converted to a toddler bed using an adapter kit that is sold separately).
There is a teddy-bear canopy as well as teething bars that can be removed. Our test participant said that this cot bed was simple to put together, particularly since all pieces were clearly labeled and well packed. It's also smaller in size than other cots we tried and is an ideal choice for smaller rooms.
It's not inexpensive at PS599 and includes a 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 transforms into an infant's bed in a snap (leaving three sides up for safety) and then into a daybed/sofa when your baby is ready to go without bars.
It's a great choice for parents looking for an adjustable sleeping solution that lasts for as long as it can - our parent tester Becki says that her Boori cot has lasted through three children, which means it does seem to stand the test of time. The cot has a classic style that is suitable for most homes. It is made of sustainably harvested Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with some useful accessories like a teddy-bear canopy teething rails, as well as the option to buy the reflux wedge.