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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

If you're camping with baby or visiting family, a comfortable night's sleep is essential. Consider investing in one of our best cheap cot beds beds, to ensure your little one is snug and safe (hopefully) sleeping easily.

With a slim aesthetic and a simple to assemble frame, this cot bed has all the hallmarks of a high-quality design. It can also transform into a chic toddler bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

The overall winner, the Coxley is brimming with features that reflect a beautifully hand-crafted aesthetic. 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 rails for teething which can soothe gums and keep them from chewing the cot sides.

The Coxley is available in the complete nursery set which includes the stylish cotbed, a multi-purpose dresser/changer and a double wardrobe. The dresser/change unit has an easily removable changing top rated cots that can transform it into a convenient baby changing station to a sleek dresser that can be filled with all of your children's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized and you can tailor the style of your nursery.

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

When it comes to the most effective cot beds that we have reviewed, the Coxley is a great choice. It ticks all the right boxes. It's well-made, easy to put together and looks stunning in any nursery. However, it's slightly more expensive than the other options we've listed and will require a standard mattress (which you'll need to purchase separately). It's still worth checking this out, however, because 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 a sleek and elegant choice that'll fit in with any nursery. It's got warm oak details, soft curves and an elegant design. Babies and parents will enjoy it. The cot bed is made to last until your child reaches four years old and converts into a toddler bed using a simple extension kit. The coordinating dresser comes with a handy under-bed drawer, which is perfect to store blankets and muslins, cot bed as well as teething rails to keep your little one safe as they sleep.

Our tester found this cot to be the most effective out of all the cots we tested in terms of design and ease of assembly, with an Allen key included so that you can get to work straight immediately. She also praised the sturdy construction and premium feel, cot bed adding that it feels like an "real investment piece" and is an elegant addition to any nursery.

It's more expensive than the other cot beds we looked at however, it's still an affordable option that's worth the extra price for its quality and durability. The sleigh-style design looks particularly striking and will make your baby cots on sale the centre of attention in any room! The useful extras, such as an adorable drawer and rails for teething, will also help you avoid the cost of purchasing separate furniture pieces if you're on a tight budget. We would recommend purchasing an oval mattress instead of a standard UK size to prevent stretching the slats out and causing discomfort for your baby. Our tester had no problems with the cot and deemed it an excellent purchase.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is real luxury. With solid birch oak and plywood slats made to last, it's designed to last and has a classic French look. It also meets French safety standards and you can be assured that your child will be in safe hands. We love the off-white finish, but it's also available in a stunning grey-green color.

Our test subjects found it simple to put together and believed it was the most luxurious design cot we've reviewed in our roundup. It's expensive, particularly since you have to buy the mattress separately. If you're looking to save money there are alternatives that are less expensive available.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

If additional features are important for you then this cot bed might be the best option. It comes with a useful drawer for storage under the bed and teething rails. Plus, you can adjust the height of the base with three different settings, so your child won't be forced to climb out of the bed when they're older.

This cot's only drawback is that it requires a mattress separately which could make the price go up more than other models we looked at. The premium aesthetics, ease of assembly, and the ability to grow with your child are all attractive, making this cot worth the cost. 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 a long time. It's more expensive than other options but it comes with an accompanying changing table and wardrobe so you can furnish your nursery in one go. It's also simple to put together and includes three mattress heights for your baby to develop into. It also has teething rails as well as an elegantly slidable drawer underneath to ensure that you don't need to lose precious floor space.

It's worth noting that you'll need an additional mattress for this cot bed, so make sure to budget accordingly. A quality mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. This is not an enormous cost. It may be difficult to find a mattress that is suitable for the oval shape of the cot, but there are many different kinds that are suitable for.

Many parents opt for cot beds due to the fact that they are a great value and offer your child an enjoyable place to sleep. Most cot beds are suitable for children from birth to around four years of 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 out for them if you want your cot bed to last longer.

The Wooden Cot Bed

One of our top cot beds, this stunning 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 crib is suitable for children up to four years of age (though some of them will require conversion into a toddler bed with the conversion kit available separately).

A teddy bear canopy as well as removable teething rails are included. Our test subject said that this cot bed was easy to put together, especially since all the pieces were clearly labeled and well-packed. It's also smaller in size than the other cots offers that we tested, so it makes a good option for smaller rooms.

It is not expensive at PS599 and includes a mattress included. But it feels like an investment piece, and it can be used for more than one child. It's beautiful in natural wood, but it comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It can be easily converted into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides in place to ensure safety) and later into a sofa/daybed once 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 is possible. our test with parents Becki says that her Boori cot has been used by three children, so it does last the test of time. It's a beautiful traditional design that will fit the majority of homes, and is made of sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot comes with some useful accessories like an teddy-bear canopy teething rails, as well as the option to buy an reflux wedge.