The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
Whether you're camping with baby or visiting relatives sleeping well is vital. Consider investing in cribs of our top cot beds, to ensure your baby is comfortable and safe (hopefully) sleeping easily.
With a slim aesthetic and easy to assemble frame, this cot bed has all the marks of a great design. It is also able to be transformed into a stylish toddler's bed.
The Mamas and Papas Coxley
The Coxley, our overall winner is loaded with features that adhere to an elegantly designed and handcrafted look. It has three adjustable cot bases and can be transformed into an infant's bed. This will last your child for the first four years. It comes with two teething bars to soothe gums and stop them from chewing on the sides of the cot.
The Coxley is available in a full nursery set, which includes a chic cotbed, multipurpose dresser/change unit and a double wardrobe. The dresser/change cabinet has a removable changing top that can transform it into a convenient baby changing station into an elegant dresser that could be filled with your children's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customised to fit your nursery's style.
Some cots can be extended for 10 years or more with expansion packs. These can be more affordable than buying a new mattress or cot.
When it comes to the top cot beds and cots, the Coxley is a great choice. It ticks all the right boxes - it's sturdy, easy to put together and looks great in any nursery. It is, however, slightly more expensive than the other options on our list and will require a standard sized mattress (which you'll have to purchase separately). It's still worth checking this 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 a elegant and sleek choice that will fit in with any nursery. It has warm oak details, soft curves and an elegant design. Babies and parents will love it. The cot bed was designed to last until your child is four years old. It can be converted to a toddler bed with a simple extension kit. cribs matching dresser includes a drawer under the bed that is perfect for blankets and muslins. It also comes with teething rails so that your child is safe sleeping.
Our tester found this cot to be the most effective of the models we tested for its design and ease of assembly, with an Allen key included so that you can begin working right away. Baby Cot Bed praised the solid construction and premium feel, noting that it feels like a "real investment piece" and is an elegant addition to any nursery.
It's a bit more expensive than some of the other cot beds we've looked at, but it's still an affordable alternative that's worth the price for its quality and longevity. The sleigh-style design looks particularly attractive and will make your baby the centre of attention in any room! You can save money by purchasing accessories like teething rails and a drawer. We would suggest buying an oval mattress than a standard UK-sized one to avoid stretching the slats too much and potentially creating discomfort for your baby. Apart from that our test-bearer didn't have any issues with the cot and said it was a great purchase.
The La Redoute Willox
Like its name implies the cot bed is the epitome luxurious. It's made of solid birch and plywood slats and is designed to last. It has a French look and feel. It confirms to the French safety standards too, so you can be certain that your child will be safe and sound. It is available in two stunning colors Grey-green and off-white.
Our test subjects thought it was easy to assemble, and that it looked the most luxurious of our selections. However, it's 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
If you are looking for additional features for you, then this cot bed is the perfect option. It comes with a handy under-bed storage drawer and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of the base by three different settings so that your child won't have to climb out of the bed when they're older.
The only downside of this cot is that you will need to purchase a separate mattress which could increase the cost more than other models we've reviewed. The stunning design and ease of assembly and ability to grow along with your child are all appealing, making this cot worth the investment. Our test subjects thought that this cot would make an excellent addition to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis Elementary is a great choice for parents who want a chic modern frame that can endure the test of time. It's a bit more expensive than other options we've seen but it includes an adjustable changing table and wardrobe, making it possible to furnish your nursery in one trip. It's also easy to put together, and has three mattress height positions for your baby to grow into. It also has teething rails and an elegantly slidable drawer underneath, so you don't have to lose precious floor space.
You'll need to buy a separate mattress if you want to use this cot bed. Therefore, plan your budget accordingly. A quality mattress can be bought for less than PS100. This is not an enormous expense. The only downside is that you may be unable to find an appropriate fit since the cot has an oval shape. However, there are a variety of types of mattresses that will work for it.
Many parents opt for cot beds for their children because they are inexpensive and provide a comfy sleeping area. They're usually suitable from the moment your child is born until he is around four years old. However, some convert into toddler beds by the purchase of an extension kit. You'll find some of them in our list if you're looking for a cot mattress that will last longer.
The Wooden Cot Bed
This gorgeous solid-wood cot bed is stylish and beautifully designed. It comes with a variety of other features, such as a drawer under the bed and three adjustable base levels. The cot is suitable for kids as young as four years old. age (though some may need to be converted into a toddler bed with the conversion kit available separately).
A teddy bear canopy and removable rails for teething are also included. This cot bed was easy 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 tried which makes it a great choice for smaller rooms.
It is not inexpensive at PS599 and includes a mattress included. However, it is an investment piece and you can use it for more than one child. 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 open to ensure safety) and it can be converted into a daybed or sofa when your child is ready to let go of the bars.
It's an excellent choice for parents who want an option for a flexible sleeping solution that lasts as long as possible - our test with parents Becki says her Boori cot has lasted through three children, so it seems to last the test of time. It's got a lovely traditional design that's suitable for most homes, and is constructed from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot comes with useful accessories like the teddy bear canopy teething rails, as well as the option to buy the reflux wedge.