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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
If you're camping with baby or visiting relatives sleeping well is vital. Make sure you have the best cot bed to ensure your child is safe and comfortable. They can (hopefully!) sleep easily.
This crib sets bed is a fantastic design. It has a slim aesthetic, and the frame is simple to assemble. It is also able to be transformed into a stylish toddler's bed.
The Mamas and Papas Coxley
Our overall winner The Coxley is packed with features that reflect a beautifully hand-crafted aesthetic. It comes with three adjustable base heights that can be converted into a toddler bed, which will help your child through the first four years. It comes with two teething bars to soothe gums and prevent chewing on the sides of the cot.
The Coxley is available as a complete nursery set, which includes the stylish crib, best cots for newborns multi-purpose dresser/changer and a double wardrobe. The dresser/change unit has an easily removable changing top that transforms it into a convenient baby changing station into a sleek dresser that can be filled with your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers are completely customizable so you can match it to the decor of your nursery.
A good cot should last until your child is about four years old, but some come with the possibility of purchasing expansion packs which extend their use up to five or even 10 years. It's worth looking out for these since they may be less expensive than buying a brand new cot and mattress later on.
When it comes to the most effective cot beds that we have reviewed, the Coxley meets all the right boxes. It's sturdy, easy to put together and looks great in any nursery. It is more expensive than the other options and requires a standard-sized mattress, which you'll need to buy separately. This is still worth looking at, however it appears to be an extremely durable and long-lasting design.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is a elegant and stylish choice that'll complement any nursery. It features warm oak effect details, soft curves and an elegant design. Babies and parents will love it. The cheap cot bed bed is made to last until your child reaches four years old. It can be converted to a toddler bed with a simple extension kit. The matching dresser comes with a handy under-bed drawer that is ideal for storing muslins and blankets and teething rails to ensure your child is safe as they sleep.
This cot was rated the most effective by our testers for its design, its ease of assembly and the Allen key that comes with it. She also praised the sturdy construction and premium feel, adding that it feels like a "real investment piece" as well as being a stylish design for any nursery.
It's more expensive than some of the other cot beds we looked at, but it's still an affordable alternative that's worth the extra cost for its quality and longevity. The sleigh's design is striking and will make any room in which your baby is centre of attention! You can save money by purchasing the accessories like a teething rail and a drawer. We suggest buying an oval mattress instead of one of the standard UK sized one, to prevent stretching the slats too far and causing discomfort for your baby. Our tester had no problems with the cot and deemed it an excellent purchase.
The La Redoute Willox
As the name suggests this bed is the epitome of luxurious. It's made of solid birch and plywood slats and is designed to last. It has a French look and feel. It also meets French safety standards and you can rest assured that your child will be in safe hands. It's available in two stunning colours: grey-green and off-white.
Our test participants found it easy to assemble and thought it was the most elegant looking cot in our round-up. However, it is expensive - especially as you need to buy the mattress separately, and when you're on a tight budget, there are cheaper alternatives out there.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed
This cot bed is a great option if you're looking for additional features. It has a useful drawer for storage under the bed and teething rails. Additionally, you can alter the height of the base by three different settings so your child doesn't have to climb out when they're older.
The only downside of this cot is that you need to buy a mattress separately which could increase the cost more than other models in our review. Its stunning design, ease of assembly and the ability to adapt to your baby's needs are all appealing though, making it worth the purchase. Our testers loved this cot and thought it would make a wonderful addition to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis Elementary is a great option for parents who want a chic modern frame that can stand the test of time. It's more expensive than other options however, it comes with a matching wardrobe and changing table so you can furnish your nursery in one go. It's also easy to set up and has three positions for the mattress's height so that your baby will be able to grow into it. It has teething rails, and a drawer that slides neatly underneath so you don't lose valuable floor space.
It's important to note that you'll need to buy a mattress separately for this cot bed, so make sure you budget for it. You can find a decent quality mattress for less than PS100 and that's not too much of an additional expense. It can be difficult to find a mattress that fits the oval shape of the cot but there are many different kinds that are suitable for.
Many parents opt for cots for their children due to the fact that they are affordable and provide a comfy sleeping space. They're generally suitable from the time your child is born until the time he is around four years old. However, some can be converted into toddler beds by the purchase of an extension kit. We've included a few of these in our list so you can search for them if would like your cot to last for a longer time.
The Wooden Cot Bed
One of our favorite cot beds, this beautiful solid-wood version is beautifully constructed and elegant. It also has a number of useful extras, including a drawer beneath that is handy as well as three heights that can be adjusted. The cot 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).
The bed comes with a teddy bear canopy as well as removable teething bars. Our test subject said that this cot bed was simple to put together, particularly since all the pieces were clearly labeled and well-packed. It's also small in size in comparison to other cots we tested and is a good choice for smaller rooms.
It's not inexpensive at PS599 with the mattress included. However, it is an investment piece and you can use it for more than one child. It's beautiful in natural wood, but it comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It converts to an infant's bed in a snap (leaving three sides up for safety) and then into an upholstered daybed when your child is ready to leave the bars behind.
This is a great choice for parents seeking a sleeping solution that will last as long as they do. Our test with parents Becki stated that her Boori cot lasted through three children. The cot has a traditional style that is suitable for most homes. It is made from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood tots and cots New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with handy extras such as the teddy bear canopy, teething rails and the option to purchase a reflux wedge.
