The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

A good night's sleep is important, whether you're camping or visiting your family. Consider investing in one of our best cot beds, to ensure your child is secure, safe and (hopefully) sleeping comfortably.

This crib bed is a fantastic design. It is slim and sleek, and the frame is easy to put together. It can also be converted into a stylish toddler's bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

The Coxley the overall winner is loaded with features that reflect an elegantly handcrafted aesthetic. It features three cot bases that can be adjusted and can be transformed into a toddler's bed. This will last your child for the first four years. It also has two rails for teething which help soothe gums and prevent them from chewing on the cot sides.

The Coxley is available as the complete nursery set that includes a stylish cotbed, multipurpose dresser/change unit and double wardrobe. The dresser/change unit comes with a removable changing top that transforms it from a handy baby changing station to an elegant dresser that can be filled with all of your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be made to match the style of your nursery.

Some cots can be extended for 10 years or more by using expansion packs. They can be less expensive than buying a brand new cot or mattress.

When it comes to the top cheap cot bed beds that we have reviewed, the Coxley ticks all the right boxes. It's well-made, easy to put together and looks stunning in any nursery. It's more expensive than the other options and requires a standard-sized mattress, which you will need to buy separately. It's still worth checking this out, though, as we believe it's worth the cost for a long-lasting design that looks extremely sturdy.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and sleek choice that will complement any nursery. It's got warm oak details soft curves, and an elegant design. Babies and parents will enjoy it. The cot bed was designed to last until your child reaches four years old. It can be converted to a toddler bed by using a simple extension kit. The matching dresser comes with an under-bed drawer, which is perfect to store blankets and muslins and teething rails to keep your baby 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 also received praise for its sturdy construction and luxurious feel and said it felt like an "real piece of investment" as well as a stylish accessory to any nursery.

It's a bit more expensive than some of the other cot beds we looked at however, it's still an affordable alternative that's worth the cost for its quality and durability. The sleigh's design is stunning and will make any room in which your baby is the center of the attention! The extras, like a useful drawer and rails for teething, will also help you avoid the expense of buying separate furniture pieces in case you're on a tight budget. We would suggest purchasing an oval mattress rather than one of the standard sizes to avoid stretching the slats too much and cause discomfort for your cheap baby cots. Our tester had no other problems with the cot and thought it was an excellent buy.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is a absolute luxury. It is constructed of solid slats of plywood and birch, and is built to last. It has a French style. It complies with French safety standards too and you can rest assured that your child will be safe and sound. We are awestruck by the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green shade.

Our test subjects found it simple to put together and believed it was the most luxurious design cot we've reviewed in our roundup. However, it's costly particularly since you have to buy a mattress separately - and If you're looking for a budget-friendly option, there are more affordable alternatives there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed

If extra features are important to you, then this cot bed could be the perfect option. It comes with a handy under-bed storage area and teething rails. Additionally, you can alter the height of the base through three different settings so that your child won't have to climb out when they're older.

The only drawback of this cot is that it requires a mattress separately that can make the price go up even higher than other models we've reviewed. Its stunning design, ease of assembly and ability to adapt to your baby cots on sale's needs are all appealing though which makes it a worthy cost. Our test subjects loved the cot and thought it would make a stunning accessory to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis Elementary is a great choice for parents wanting a stylish, modern-looking frame that will last for a long time. It's a bit more costly than other options we've seen, but it comes with an accompanying changing table and wardrobe, which means you can outfit your nursery in one go. It's also easy to put together and comes with three mattress heights for your baby to grow into. It also has teething rails and an elegantly slidable drawer underneath so that you don't have to sacrifice floor space.

You'll have to purchase a separate mattress if you want to use this cot bed. Therefore, you should think about your budget in advance. A high-quality mattress can be bought for less than PS100. This is not a huge cost. It can be difficult to find a mattress that will fit the oval shape of the cot however, there are a variety of types that will fit.

A lot of parents choose to use cot beds as they are a great value and give your child a comfy place to sleep. Most cot beds are suitable for babies to about four years old age, however some can be transformed into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. We've included a couple of these in our list, so you can look for them if would like your cot to last even longer.

The Wooden Cot Bed

One of our favourite infant cot bed beds, this gorgeous solid-wood model is well designed and very elegant. It has many other features, such as an under-bed drawer and three adjustable base levels. The cot can be used until the age of four years old (though the majority of them will need be converted into a toddler bed with an conversion kit, available separately).

Included are a teddy-bear canopy and teething bars that can be removed. Our test participant said that this cot bed was simple to put together, especially since all the pieces were clearly labeled and packed. It's also very small when compared to other cots we looked at and is a good option for smaller spaces.

It's not expensive at PS599, with the mattress included. But it feels like an investment piece, and it can be used for more than one baby. It's beautiful in natural wood, but it comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It is easily transformed 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 a great choice for parents who are looking for a versatile sleep solution that can last as long as possible - our parent tester Becki says her Boori cot has survived three children, so it really does stand the test of time. The cot has a traditional design that's suitable for a variety of homes. It is constructed from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with some useful accessories like an teddy-bear canopy, teething rails and the option of purchasing the reflux wedge.