The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
A comfortable night's rest is essential regardless of whether you're camping, or visiting your family. Consider investing in one of our best cot beds, to ensure your baby is comfortable and safe (hopefully) sleeping comfortably.
This cot bed is an excellent design. It is slim and sleek and the frame is easy to assemble. It can also be converted into a chic toddler bed.
The Mamas and Papas Coxley
The Coxley, our overall winner is loaded with features that adhere to an elegantly handcrafted style. It has three adjustable cot base heights and converts into a toddler bed so will see your child through the first four years. It also comes with two teething rails which aid in soothing gums and stop them from chewing on the cot sides.
The Coxley is the form of a complete nursery set which includes a chic cotbed as well as a multi-purpose dresser/changer unit. It also includes two wardrobes. The dresser/change comes with an easily removable changing unit that transforms from a convenient baby changing station to an elegant dresser. It can be filled with your child's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customised to match your nursery's style.
Some cots can be extended for 10 years or more by using expansion packs. It's worth looking out for these since they are less expensive than buying a brand new mattress and cot later.
The Coxley is a great option for cot beds. It's simple to put together and is well-made. It looks fantastic in any nursery. It is more expensive than other options and requires a standard-sized mattress, which you will need to purchase separately. This is still worth looking at, however it appears to be an extremely durable and durable design.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and stylish choice that will complement any nursery. It has warm oak details, soft curves and a minimalist design. Babies and parents will be delighted. The cot bed is made to last until your child reaches four years old, and can be converted to a toddler bed by using a simple extension kit. The dresser comes with a drawer under the bed which is ideal for blankets and muslins. It also has teething rails so your child is safe sleeping.
Our test subject found this cot to be the most effective of the models we tested in terms of design and ease of assembly with an Allen key included so that you can get to work straight away. It also received praise for its sturdy construction and high-quality feel and said it felt like it was a "real piece of investment" as well as an elegant design for any nursery.
It's more expensive than other cot-beds we've looked at however the quality and durability make it worth the extra expense. The sleigh's design is striking and will make any room your baby's centre of the attention! The nifty extras, including a useful drawer and rails for teething, will also save you the expense of buying separate furniture pieces if you're on a tight budget. We would recommend purchasing an oval mattress instead of one of the standard UK size one, to prevent stretching the slats out and causing discomfort to your baby. Our test subject had no problems with the cot and deemed it an excellent purchase.
The La Redoute Willox
This cot bed is absolute luxury. It's constructed of solid birch and plywood slats and is designed to last. It has the French feel. It also meets French safety standards, so you can rest at ease knowing that your child will be in safe hands. We are awestruck by the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green colour.
Our test subjects found it simple 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 a mattress separately - and if you're on a budget there are more affordable alternatives there.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed
This crib bed is an excellent choice if you are seeking additional features. It comes with a handy under-bed storage space and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of the base with three different settings so that your child doesn't have to climb out when they're older.
The only drawback of this cot is that it requires a mattress separately, which can make the price go up even higher than other models we've reviewed. The beautiful design as well as the ease of assembly and ability to grow along with your child are all attractive and make this cot worth the cost. Our testers thought this cot would be a lovely addition to any nursery.
Baby Crib is a fantastic choice for parents who want a stylish frame that will last a long time. It's more expensive than other options, but it comes with matching wardrobe and changing table so you can outfit your nursery in one go. It's also easy to assemble and has 3 mattress height positions so your baby will be able to grow into it. It has teething rails, and an elegantly arranged drawer that slides underneath so you don't lose valuable floor space.
You'll need to purchase an additional mattress if you intend to use this cot bed. So, think about your budget in advance. You can find a decent mattress for less than PS100 which isn't an excessive cost. It can be difficult to find a mattress that will fit the oval shape of the cot however, there are many kinds that can be used.
Many parents choose cot beds for their children due to the fact that they are reasonably priced and offer a comfortable sleeping area. They're usually suitable from the moment your child is born until he is four years old, although some convert to toddler beds with the purchase of an extension kit. We've included a couple of these in our list, so you can look for them if want your cot bed to last even longer.
The Wooden Cotbed
One of our favourite cot beds, this stunning solid-wood version is beautifully designed and very stylish. It has many other features, including an under-bed drawer and three levels of base that can be adjusted. The cot is suitable for kids from 4 years old to age (though some will need to be converted to a toddler bed by using the conversion kit available separately).
A teddy bear canopy and removable teething rails are included. Our tester said this cot bed was simple to put together, especially since all pieces were clearly labeled and well-packed. It's also small in size when compared to other cots we tried, making it a good choice for smaller rooms.
It's not cheap, at PS599 with the mattress included however, it's a real investment piece and you could possibly use it for multiple babies. It looks stunning in natural wood, however you can also get it in three Scandi-inspired finishes. It can be easily 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.
This is an excellent choice for parents looking for a solution to sleeping that can last as long as they do. Our parent tester Becki said that her Boori cot could last for three children. The cot has a classic style that is suitable for most homes. It is constructed from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with useful accessories like an teddy-bear canopy, teething rails and the option to purchase a reflux wedge.