The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

When you're camping with your baby or visiting relatives sleeping well is crucial. Make sure you invest in one of our best cot bed crib beds, so that your baby is comfortable and safe (hopefully) sleeping easily.

With a slim aesthetic and easy-to-assemble frame the cot bed has all the marks of a high-quality design. It can also be converted into a stylish toddler's bed.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley

The overall winner The Coxley is packed with features that reflect an exquisitely hand-crafted look. It has three adjustable cot base heights that can be converted into a toddler bed so will see your child through their first four years. It has two teething bars that relax gums and stop chewing on the sides of the cot.

The Coxley comes as a complete nursery set that includes the stylish cotbed and an all-purpose dresser/changer. It also comes with a double wardrobe. The dresser/change unit comes with an adjustable changing top that turns it into a convenient baby changing station to 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.

A cot of good quality should be able to last until your child is around four years old, but some come with the possibility of purchasing expansion packs that can extend their use to five or even 10 years. These can be more affordable than buying a brand new mattress or cot.

The Coxley is a fantastic choice for cot beds. It's easy to put together and is well-made. It looks fantastic in any nursery. It is, however, slightly more expensive than some of the other options we've listed and will require a standard sized mattress (which you'll need to purchase separately). It's worth looking at, however it appears to be it's a sturdy tots and cots long-lasting design.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and sleek option that will look great in any nursery. It combines minimalist inspiration with contemporary flair, featuring warm oak-like details and soft curves to create a stunning look that's sure to be loved by parents and the baby. The cot bed was designed to be used until your child is four years old. It can be converted to a toddler bed with a simple extension kit. The dresser comes with an under-bed drawer that is perfect for blankets and muslins. It also has teething rails so that your child can be safe while sleeping.

This cot was rated as the most recommended cribs effective by our testers for its design, its ease of assembly, and also the Allen key that is included. She also praised its strong construction and luxurious feel as it felt like it was a "real piece of investment" and was an elegant addition to any baby's nursery.

It's more expensive than the other cribs we examined however, it's still an affordable alternative that's worth the extra cost for its quality and longevity. The sleigh-style design looks particularly striking and will make your baby the centre of attention in any room! You can save money by purchasing the accessories like a rail for teething and drawer. We would recommend purchasing an oval mattress instead of a standard UK sized one, to prevent stretching the slats out and causing discomfort for your baby. Our test subject had no issues with the cot and deemed it an excellent purchase.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is a absolute luxurious. With solid lumber slats made of birch and plywood, it's designed to last and has a classic French look. It also meets French safety standards and you can rest sure that your child is in good hands. It's available in two stunning colours 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 costly - especially as you need to buy the mattress separately, and If you're looking for a budget-friendly option, there are better alternatives there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

This crib bed is a fantastic choice if you are looking for extra features. It comes with a handy under-bed storage area and teething rails. You can also alter the height of the base to three different levels, so that your child won't have to climb out when they grow older.

This cot's only drawback is that it requires a mattress separately that can make the price go up more than other models we looked at. Its gorgeous design and ease of assembly as well as ability to grow with your child are all appealing though which makes it a worthy investment. Our testers loved the cot and thought it would make a stunning accessory to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis elementary is a fantastic choice for parents who want a stylish frame that will last for 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 put together, and includes three mattress heights for your baby to develop into. It also comes with teething rails as well as a drawer that neatly slips underneath to ensure that you don't need to compromise your floor space.

You'll have to purchase an additional mattress if you intend to use this cot bed. Therefore, plan your budget accordingly. A quality mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. This isn't an expensive cost. The only issue is that you might have a difficult time finding a good fit because the cot has an oval shape, but there are many types of mattresses that will fit perfectly.

Many parents choose to use cot beds as they are great value and offer your child a comfy place to sleep. They're generally appropriate from the moment your child is born until he is around four years old, but some can be converted into toddler beds with the purchase of an extension kit. We've included a few of these in our list and suggest you look for them if wish to make your cot bed last even longer.

The Wooden Cot Bed

One of our top cot beds, this stunning, solid-wood number is beautifully designed and very stylish. It also has a number of handy extras like a drawer beneath that is handy as well as three adjustable base heights. 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).

There is a teddy-bear canopy as well as teething bars that can be removed. Our test subject said that this cot bed was simple to assemble, especially as all pieces were clearly labeled and well packed. It's also very small in comparison to other cots we tested which makes it a great choice for smaller rooms.

It's not expensive 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 beautiful in natural wood, but also comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It is easily transformed 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 a great choice for parents who are seeking a sleeping solution that can last for as long as their children do. Our test-run with parents Becki stated that her Boori cot could last for three children. The cot has a classic design that's suitable for a variety of homes. It is constructed of sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with useful extras like an teddy-bear canopy teething rails, and the option to buy the reflux wedge.