The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
If you're camping with baby or visiting relatives, a comfortable night's sleep is essential. Invest in one of our top cot beds to ensure your little one is snug, safe and (hopefully) sleeping easily.
With a sleek and easy to assemble frame this cot bed bears all the hallmarks of a great design. It is also able to be transformed into a chic toddler's bed.
The Mamas and Papas Coxley
The overall winner The Coxley is packed with design features that adhere to a beautifully hand-crafted aesthetic. It comes with three cot bases that can be adjusted and can be transformed into a toddler's bed. This will last your child for the first four years. It also comes with two teething rails which help soothe gums and prevent them from chewing on the sides of the cot.
The Coxley comes in 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 has an adjustable changing unit that can transform it from a practical baby changing station to a stylish dresser. It can be filled with your child's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized, so you can match it to your nursery style.
A good cot should last until your child is around four years old. However, certain models offer the possibility of purchasing an expansion pack which extend their use up to five or even 10 years. It's worth keeping an eye out for these since they are less expensive than buying a new mattress and cot later on.
The Coxley is a great option for cot beds. It's easy to put together, well-made and looks great in any nursery. It is, however, somewhat more expensive than some of the other options we've listed and will require a standard mattress (which you'll need to purchase separately). It's worth checking out, however, because 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 elegant and stylish choice that'll be a perfect fit for any nursery. It blends minimalist design with a contemporary twist, featuring warm oak-like details and soft curves for a striking design that's sure loved by parents as well as the baby. The cot bed was designed to last until your child reaches four years old. It can be converted into a toddler bed using a simple 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 little one secure while they sleep.
This cot was rated as the most effective by our testers for its design, ease of assembly and the Allen key that comes with it. find out here praised the sturdy construction and luxurious feel, adding that it is it's a "real investment piece" and is an elegant addition to any nursery.
It's more expensive than the other cot-beds we've looked at however the quality and durability are worth the cost. The sleigh-style design looks particularly attractive and will make your baby the center of attention in any room! The useful extras, such as an adorable drawer and teething rails, will also help you avoid the expense of buying separate furniture pieces in case you're on a tight budget. However, we would recommend buying an oval mattress rather than a standard UK-sized one to avoid overstretching the slats and potentially causing your baby discomfort. In addition our test subject didn't experience any issues with the cot and stated it was a great buy.
The La Redoute Willox
As its name suggests, this cot bed is a symbol of luxurious. It's made of solid birch and plywood slats and is built to last. It has an ethereal French look and 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 assemble and thought it was the most elegant looking cot in our round-up. However, it's expensive - especially as you need to buy an additional mattress - and If you're looking for a budget-friendly option, there are cheaper alternatives out there.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed
If extra features are important to you, then this cot bed could be the perfect option. It has a useful drawer for storage under the bed and teething rails. Plus, you can adjust the height of the base through three different settings so your child won't be forced to climb out when they're older.
The only drawback to this cot is that you need to buy a mattress separately - something that can increase the cost more than other models we've reviewed. The stunning design, ease of assembly, and the capacity to grow with your child are all appealing and make this cot worth the cost. Our test subjects liked this cot and believed it would make a wonderful accessory 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 for a long time. It's a bit more costly than some of the other options we've looked at, but it includes an accompanying changing table and wardrobe, making it possible to furnish your nursery in one trip. Plus, it's easy to put together and comes with 3 mattress height positions so that your baby will be able to grow into it. It also comes with teething rails as well as a drawer that neatly slips underneath, so you don't have to sacrifice floor space.
It's worth noting that you'll have to purchase a mattress separately for this cot bed, so be sure you budget accordingly. You can get a good quality mattress for less than PS100 and that's not too much of an additional cost. It can be difficult to find a mattress that will fit the oval shape of the cot but there are many different kinds that can be used.
A lot of parents choose to use cot beds as they are a great value and offer your child an enjoyable place to sleep. 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. We've included a couple of these in our list and suggest you look for them if would like your cot to last even longer.
The Wooden Cotbed
One of our favourite cot beds, this gorgeous solid-wood version is beautifully constructed and elegant. It has many other features, including an under bed drawer and three levels of base that can be adjusted. The cot can be used until the age of four years old (though the majority of them will need be converted into an infant bed using an conversion kit, available separately).
There is a teddy-bear canopy and removable teething bars. Our test participant said that this cot bed was easy to put together, particularly since all the pieces were clearly labeled and well packed. It's also smaller in size than the other cots we tried which makes it a good option for smaller rooms.
It's not cheap, costing PS599 with the mattress recommended included, but it feels like an investment piece and you could well make use of it for multiple babies. It's beautiful in natural wood, but it comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It can be easily converted into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides up to ensure safety) and later into a sofa/daybed once your child is ready to let go of the bars.
This is an excellent choice for parents looking for a sleep solution that will last for as long as they do. Our test-run with parents Becki stated that her Boori cot lasted through 3 children. The cot is a classic design that will suit most homes. It's made of sustainably harvested Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot includes a number of useful extras including the teddy bear canopy as well as teething rails, plus there's the option of buying a reflux wedge for added comfort for babies.