The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

A good night's sleep is important, whether you're camping or visiting family. Choose the best cot beds cot bed to ensure your child is secure and comfortable. They can (hopefully!) sleep easily.

With a sleek and easy-to-assemble frame this cot bed bears all the hallmarks of a high-quality design. It also converts into a chic toddler bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

Our overall winner The Coxley is brimming with features that reflect a beautifully hand-crafted aesthetic. It comes with three adjustable cot bases and can be turned into an infant's bed. This will keep your child happy for the first four years. It also comes with two rails for teething that can soothe gums and keep them from chewing on the cot sides.

The Coxley comes in an entire nursery set that includes a chic cotbed as well as an all-purpose dresser/changer. It also includes two wardrobes. The dresser/change has a removable changing unit that can transform it into a handy baby changing station to a sleek dresser. It can be filled with your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized so you can match it to the decor of your nursery.

A good cot should be able to last until your child is about four years old. However, some come with the possibility of purchasing an expansion pack that extend their use to five or even 10 years. It's worth looking out for these because they can be cheaper than buying a brand new mattress and cot later.

The Coxley is a great option for cot beds. It's easy to put together, well-made and looks great in any nursery. However, it is a little more expensive than some of the other options on our list and will require a standard sized mattress (which you'll have to purchase separately). It's worth a look because it looks like an extremely durable and long-lasting design.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and stylish choice that will go well with any nursery. It's got warm oak details soft curves and a minimalist design. Babies and parents will be delighted. The cot bed can be used until your child is at the age of four and is easily converted into an infant bed with an easy extension kit. The coordinating dresser comes with a handy under-bed drawer, which is perfect to store blankets and muslins, as well as teething rails to keep your baby secure while they sleep.

Our test subject found this cot to be the best of all the models we evaluated for its design and ease of assembly, with an Allen key included so that you can start working right away. It also received praise for its sturdy construction and high-quality feel as it felt like an "real piece of investment" and also a stylish design for any nursery.

It's more expensive than other cot beds we've examined, but the quality and durability are worth the extra cost. The sleigh design is striking and will make any room where your baby's the center of attention! The extras, like an adorable drawer and teething rails can also cut down on the cost of purchasing separate furniture pieces when you're on a strict budget. We would recommend purchasing 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 Cot Bed. In addition our test-bearer didn't have any issues with this cot and said it was a fantastic buy.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is a absolute luxurious. It's constructed of solid birch and plywood slats and is built to last. It has a French feel. It complies with French safety standards and you can be certain that your child is safe and sound. It's available in two stunning colors: grey-green and off-white.

Our testers thought it was easy to assemble, and that it appeared to be the most luxurious in our roundup. However, it is expensive particularly since you have to buy the mattress separately, and if you're on a budget there are cheaper alternatives out there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

This cot bed is a great choice if you are seeking additional features. It has a convenient under-bed storage space and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of the base by three different settings, so your child doesn't have to climb out when they're older.

The only drawback of this cot is that you need to purchase a separate mattress which can make the cost rise even more than other models in our review. The beautiful design and ease of assembly and ability to grow along with your child are all attractive and make this cot worth the investment. Our testers thought this cot would make the perfect addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis elementary is a great option for parents looking for an elegant frame that will last for a long time. It's more expensive than the other options but it comes with matching changing table and wardrobe so you can outfit your nursery in one go. It's also simple to put together and comes with three mattress height positions for your baby to grow into. It also has teething rails and a drawer that neatly slips underneath so that you don't have to sacrifice floor space.

It's worth noting that you'll need to buy a mattress separately for this cot bed, so be sure to budget accordingly. You can get a good mattress for less than PS100 and that's not too much of an additional cost. The only issue is that you may be unable to find an ideal fit due to the fact that the cot is an oval shape, however there are plenty of different kinds of mattresses that can fit perfectly.

Many parents opt for cot beds as they are great value and give your child an enjoyable place to sleep. They're generally suitable from the time your child is born until the time he is four years old. However, some can be converted into toddler beds with the purchase of an extension kit. We've included a few of these in our list, so you can look out for them if you want your cot bed to last longer.

The Wooden Cotbed

This gorgeous solid-wood cot bed is elegant and beautifully designed. It has many additional features, including an under bed drawer and three levels of base that can be adjusted. The crib is suitable for children as young as four years old. age (though some will need to be converted into a toddler bed with an adapter kit that is sold separately).

There is a teddy-bear canopy as well as teething bars that can be removed. This cot bed was easy for our tester to assemble. All the pieces were clearly labeled and well-packed. It's also smaller than other cots that we tested and is an ideal choice for smaller rooms.

It's not cheap, costing PS599 with the recommended mattress included, but it feels like an investment piece that you could make use of it for multiple babies. It looks beautiful in natural wood, however you can also purchase it in three Scandi-inspired colors. It can be easily converted into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides in place 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 are looking for an adjustable sleeping solution that lasts as long as possible - our parent tester Becki claims that her Boori cot has been used by three children, so it does seem to last the test of time. It's a beautiful traditional design that will fit most homes, and is constructed from sustainable sources of Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot comes with a few handy features including the teddy bear canopy as well as teething rails. There's also the option of purchasing an reflux wedge to provide comfort for babies.