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The best cot bed Cot Beds For Your Little One
When you're camping with your baby or visiting relatives getting a good night's rest is crucial. Make sure you invest in one of our best cot beds, to ensure your child is secure and safe (hopefully) sleeping comfortably.
This cot bed is a great design. It is slim and sleek and the frame is easy to put together. It can also transform into a chic toddler bed.
The Mamas & Papas Coxley
The overall winner is the Coxley is packed with design features that follow an exquisitely hand-crafted look. 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 comes with two rails for teething that aid in soothing gums and stop them from chewing the sides of the cot.
The Coxley is available in the complete nursery set which includes a chic cotbed, a multi-purpose dresser/changer and a double wardrobe. The dresser/change comes with a removable changing unit that can transform it from a practical baby changing station to a stylish dresser. It can be filled with your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customised to match your nursery's style.
Some cots can be extended to 10 years or more with expansion packs. They are less expensive than buying a brand new mattress or cot bed sales.
When it comes to the most effective cot beds and cots, the Coxley meets all the right boxes. It's well-made, easy to put together and looks great in any nursery. It is more expensive than other options and requires a standard-sized mattress, which you'll need to buy separately. It's still worth checking this out, however, because we think it's worth the cost for a durable design that appears extremely durable.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is a elegant and stylish choice that'll fit in with any nursery. It features warm oak effect details, soft curves and an elegant design. Baby and parents will be delighted. The crib bed can be used until your child reaches the age of four and is easily converted into an adult bed by using a simple extension kit. The dresser comes with a drawer underneath the bed that is perfect for blankets and muslins. It also has teething rails so your child will be secure while sleeping.
This cot was rated the best by our tester for its design, ease of assembly, and the Allen key that comes with it. She also praised its sturdy construction and high-quality feel as 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 the other cot beds we looked at however it's an affordable alternative that's worth the extra cost for its quality and longevity. The sleigh's design is stunning and will make any room your baby's the center of the attention! The useful extras, such as a useful drawer and rails for teething, will also help you avoid the cost of purchasing separate furniture pieces if you're on a tight budget. We would suggest purchasing an oval mattress rather than a standard UK-sized one to avoid stretching the slats too much and possibly causing your baby discomfort. In addition our test-bearer didn't have any issues with the crib and thought it was a great purchase.
The La Redoute Willox
This cot bed is absolute luxurious. With solid birch oak and plywood slats It's built to last and has a classic French feel to it. It also complies with French safety standards and you can rest sure that your child is in safe hands. We like the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green shade.
Our testers found it easy to put together and believed it was the most luxurious look cot we've seen in our round-up. It's costly, especially 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
If additional features are important to you, then this cot bed is the perfect option. It has a useful drawer for storage under the bed and teething rails. You can also alter the height of base to three different levels so that your child won't have to climb out as they get older.
The only downside of this cot is that you will need to purchase a separate mattress - something that can increase the cost more than other models we've reviewed. Its gorgeous design, ease of assembly and capacity to adapt to your Baby Cot's needs are all appealing which makes it a worthy purchase. Our test subjects loved the cot and thought it would make a wonderful addition to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis elementary is a great choice for parents looking for an elegant frame that will last for a long time. It's more expensive than other frames, but it comes with matching wardrobe and changing table so you can furnish your nursery in one go. It's also easy to assemble and has 3 positions for the mattress's height so that your baby can grow into it. It has teething rails and a drawer that slides neatly beneath so that you don't lose valuable floor space.
You'll need to buy an additional mattress if want to use this cot bed. Therefore, make sure you budget your money accordingly. A good mattress can be bought for less than PS100. This isn't an expensive cost. The only downside is that you may find it tricky to get a good fit because the cot is an oval shape, but there are many kinds of mattresses that can work for it.
A lot of parents opt for cot beds because they are affordable and offer your child a comfortable place to sleep. Most cot beds are suitable for babies to around four years of age, but some may be transformed into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. We've included a couple of these in our list and suggest you look out for them if you would like your cot to last even longer.
The Wooden Cot Bed
One of our favorite cot beds, this gorgeous, solid-wood number is beautifully constructed and elegant. It comes with a variety of other features, including an under-bed drawer and three adjustable base levels. The cot can be used up to the age of 4 years old (though the majority of them will need to be converted to a toddler bed with the conversion kit, which is sold separately).
A teddy bear canopy as well as teething rails that can be removed are also included. The cot bed was simple for our test participant to put together. The pieces were clearly marked and well-packed. It's also very small in comparison to other cots we tested which makes it a great option for smaller rooms.
It's not cheap cots, costing PS599 with the mattress included, but it feels like an investment piece that you could well make use of it for multiple babies. It's beautiful in natural wood, but you can also get it in three Scandi-inspired colors. It can easily be converted into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides open to ensure safety) and later into a sofa/daybed once your child is ready to let go of the bars.
It's a great option for parents who want an adjustable sleeping solution that lasts for as long as it can - our parent tester Becki says her Boori cot has been used by three children, so it seems to endure the test of time. The cot has a traditional style that is suitable for most homes. It is made from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with some useful extras like an teddy-bear canopy teething rails, as well as the option of purchasing a reflux wedge.
