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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

If you're camping with baby or visiting family getting a good night's rest is essential. Make sure you have the best infant cribs cot bed to ensure that your child is safe, snug and can (hopefully!) sleep easily.

With a sleek and easy-to-assemble frame this cot bed bears all the hallmarks of a great design. It also converts into a stylish toddler bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

The overall winner, the Coxley is packed with design features that adhere to an exquisitely hand-crafted look. It comes with three adjustable cot base heights, and can be converted into a toddler bed, which will help your child through the first four years. It has two teething bars that relax gums and stop them from chewing on cot sides.

The Coxley is a complete nursery set that includes a chic cotbed as well as a multipurpose dresser/changer unit. It also comes with two wardrobes. The dresser/change unit comes with an easily removable changing top that can transform it into a convenient baby changing station into an elegant dresser that can be filled with your baby's favourite toys and treasures. The drawers can be customized to fit your nursery's style.

A good cot should be able to last until your child is about four years old. However certain models offer the possibility of purchasing expansion packs which extend their use up to five or even 10 years. It's worth looking out for these because they may be less expensive than buying a new cot and mattress later on.

The Coxley is a great choice for cot beds. It's simple to put together and well-made, and looks stunning in any nursery cots. However, it is a little more expensive than the other options we've listed and will require a standard sized mattress (which you'll need to buy separately). It's worth checking out, though, because we believe it's worth the cost for a durable design that looks incredibly sturdy.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and stylish choice that will go well with any nursery. It features warm oak effect details soft curves, and an elegant design. Baby and parents will enjoy it. The crib bed can be used until your child reaches the age of four and is easily transformed into a toddler bed using an easy extension kit. The coordinating dresser comes with a handy under-bed drawer that's ideal for storing muslins and blankets and teething rails to keep your baby secure while they sleep.

Our tester found this cot to be the most effective of the models we evaluated for its design and ease of assembly, with an Allen key included so that you can start working right away. She also praised its sturdy construction and premium feeling, saying that it felt like an "real piece of investment" and was an elegant addition to any baby's nursery.

It's a little more expensive than some of the other cribs we examined however, it's still an affordable alternative that's worth the extra cost for its durability and quality. The sleigh design is striking and will make any room where your baby's centre of attention! The extras, like a useful drawer and teething rails, will also save you the cost of purchasing separate furniture pieces when you're on a strict budget. We recommend buying an oval mattress instead of one of the standard UK size to prevent stretching the slats too far and causing discomfort for your baby. Our test subject had no issues with the cot, and thought it was a great buy.

The La Redoute Willox

As its name suggests this bed is a symbol of luxury. It's made of solid birch and plywood slats and is built to last. It has an ethereal French style. It complies with French safety standards too and you can rest assured that your little one will be safe and sound. It is available in two stunning colours: grey-green and off-white.

Our test subjects found it simple to put together and believed it was the most elegant look cot we've seen in our round-up. However, it is expensive - especially as you need to purchase an additional mattress - and if you're on a budget there are better alternatives there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed

This crib bed is an excellent option if you're looking for extra features. It has a convenient under-bed storage area and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of the base by three different settings, so your child won't have to climb out when they're older.

The only drawback to this cot is that you need to purchase a mattress separately - something that can make the cost rise even more than other models in our review. The premium aesthetics as well as the ease of assembly and the capacity to grow with your child are all attractive and make this cot worth the investment. Our testers thought this cot would make a lovely addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis elementary is a great option for parents who want a sleek frame that will last a long time. It's a bit more costly than other options we've seen, but it comes with an adjustable changing table and wardrobe, which means you can outfit your nursery in one go. Additionally, it's simple to assemble and has 3 mattress height positions so that your baby can grow into it. It also has teething rails and a drawer that neatly slips underneath to ensure that you don't need to sacrifice floor space.

It's important to note that you'll need to buy a mattress separately for this crib bed, so make sure to budget accordingly. You can find a decent mattress of good quality for less than PS100 which isn't too much of an additional expense. The only issue is that you might find it tricky to get an ideal fit due to the fact that the cot beds for sale is an oval shape. However, there are plenty of different types of mattresses that will fit perfectly.

Many parents opt for cot beds for their children due to the fact that they are reasonably priced and provide a comfy sleeping area. The majority of cot beds are suitable for children from birth to around four years of age, but some may be converted into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. You can find 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 stunning solid-wood cot is elegant and beautifully designed. It comes with a variety of additional features, including an under-bed drawer and three adjustable base levels. The cot can be used up to the age of four years old (though the majority of them will need be converted into a toddler bed by using a conversion kit, sold separately).

The bed comes with a teddy bear canopy and teething bars that can be removed. Our test subject said that the cot sets bed was simple to put together, particularly since all pieces were clearly labeled and well-packed. It's also very small compared to some of the other cots we tested and is a good option for smaller spaces.

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

It's a great choice for parents who want an option for a flexible sleep solution that can last as long as is possible. our test with parents Becki claims that her Boori cot has survived three children, so it really does last the test of time. It has a lovely, traditional style that'll suit the majority of homes, and is constructed from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot comes with a few handy accessories such as a teddy bear canopy and teething rails, plus there's the option of buying an reflux wedge to provide comfort for babies.