The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

When you're camping with your baby or visiting family getting a good night's rest is essential. Consider investing in one of our top cot beds to ensure your baby is comfortable and safe (hopefully) sleeping easily.

This cot bed is an excellent design. It has a sleek and minimalist appearance and the frame is simple to assemble. It is also able to be transformed into a stylish toddler's bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

The Coxley is our top pick, is packed with features that reflect an elegantly designed and handcrafted look. It has three adjustable cot base heights that can be converted into a toddler bed which will help your child through the first four years. It also comes with two rails for teething that aid in soothing gums and stop them from chewing on the sides of the cot.

The Coxley is available as a complete nursery set, which includes a chic cotbed, multipurpose dresser/change unit and double wardrobe. The dresser/change unit comes with an easily removable changing top that transforms it from a useful baby changing station to an elegant dresser that could be filled with all of your baby's favourite toys and treasures. The drawers are completely customizable so you can match it to the decor of your nursery.

A good quality cot is one that will last until your child is about four years old. However certain models offer the possibility of purchasing expansion packs that can extend their use to five or even 10 years. It's worth keeping an eye out for these since they may be less expensive than buying a new mattress and cot later on.

When it comes to the top cot beds and online cots, the Coxley is a great choice. It ticks all the right boxes. It's well-made, simple to put together and looks great in any nursery. However, it is 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 definitely worth checking out, though, as we think 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 look great in any nursery. It combines minimalist inspiration with modern twists, with warm oak effect details and soft curves to create a stunning look that's sure to be loved by both parents and baby. The cot bed can be used until your child reaches the age of four and is easily converted into an infant bed with a simple extension kit. The dresser that comes with it is an under-bed drawer that's ideal for storing muslins and blankets as well as teething rails to keep your little one secure while they sleep.

This cot was rated the top by our testers for its design, ease of assembly, and also the Allen key that comes with. She also praised its sturdy construction and premium feeling, saying that it felt like an "real piece of investment" and was an elegant design for any nursery.

It's a little more expensive than some of the other cot beds we've looked at however, it's still an affordable alternative that's worth the extra money for its quality and longevity. The sleigh-style style is attractive and will make your baby the centre of attention in any room! You can save money by purchasing additional items like teething rails and a drawer. However, we would recommend buying an oval mattress rather than the standard size of a UK-sized one to avoid stretching the slats and possibly cause discomfort for your Baby Cot. Our tester had no problems with the cot and thought it was an excellent purchase.

The La Redoute Willox

As its name suggests, this cot bed is the epitome of luxury. It's made of solid plywood slats, birch and is built to last. It has an ethereal French feel. It complies with French safety standards, so you can be sure 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 color.

Our test subjects found it simple to assemble and thought it was the most luxurious design cot we've reviewed in our roundup. However, it is expensive particularly since you have 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 Cot Bed

If additional features are important for you then this cot bed might be the perfect choice. It has a convenient under-bed storage compartment and teething rails. You can also alter the height of the base to three different levels, so that your child doesn't have to climb out as they grow older.

The only drawback of this cot is that you need to purchase a mattress separately - something that can increase the cost more than other models we've reviewed. Its stunning design and ease of assembly as well as capacity to grow with your child are all appealing though and make it a worthwhile purchase. Our test participants thought 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 stylish frame that will last for a long time. It's more expensive than other frames, but it comes with matching changing table and wardrobe so you can outfit your nursery in one go. Additionally, it's simple to assemble and has 3 mattress height positions so your baby will be able to grow into it. It has teething rails and an adjustable drawer that slides under the mattress to ensure you don't waste valuable floor space.

It's worth noting that you'll need a separate mattress for this crib sets bed, so make sure you budget accordingly. You can find a decent quality mattress for less than PS100 which isn't an excessive cost. The only downside is that you might have a difficult time finding an ideal fit due to the fact that the cot has an oval shape, but there are plenty of different kinds of mattresses that fit perfectly.

A lot of parents choose to use cot beds due to the fact that they are great value and give your child a comfortable place to sleep. The majority of cot beds are suitable for babies to about four years old age, but some may be converted into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. There are a few of these in our list if you're looking for a cot mattress that will last for a longer time.

The Wooden Cotbed

One of our top cot beds, this stunning solid-wood model is well designed and very elegant. It also comes with a range of useful extras, including a drawer beneath that is handy as well as three heights that can be adjusted. The cot can be used up to the age of 4 years old (though the majority of them will need be converted to an infant bed using a conversion kit, sold separately).

A teddy bear canopy and removable teething rails are included. Our test subject said that the cot bed was simple to put together, particularly since all the pieces were clearly labeled and packed. It's also smaller in size than the other cheap cots we tested which makes it the perfect choice for smaller rooms.

It's not cheap cot beds, at PS599 with the mattress included however, it's a real investment piece and you could make use of it for multiple babies. It's beautiful in natural wood but you can also purchase it in three Scandi-inspired colors. It can easily be converted into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides up 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 seeking a sleeping solution that will last for as long as their children do. Our test-run with parents Becki said her Boori cot could last for 3 children. The cot is a classic design that's suitable for a variety of homes. It's made of sustainably harvested 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.