A restful night's sleep is important, whether you're camping or visiting your family. Invest in our best cot bed to ensure that your child is safe snug and cozy and can (hopefully!) sleep easily.
With a slim aesthetic and easy to assemble frame this cot bed bears all the marks of a high-quality design. It can also be transformed into a stylish toddler's bed.The Mamas & Papas Coxley
The Coxley the overall winner, is packed with features that reflect an elegantly handcrafted style. It features three cot bases that are adjustable and can be converted into an infant's bed. This will keep your child happy for the first four years. It also comes with two teething rails 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, a multi-purpose dresser/changer and a double wardrobe. The dresser/change unit has an easily removable changing top that turns it from a useful baby changing station to an elegant dresser that could be filled with your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be made to match your nursery's style.
A good cot should last until your child is around four years old. However certain models offer 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 new mattress or cot.
When it comes to the best cot beds that we have reviewed, the Coxley ticks all the right boxes. It's sturdy, easy to build and looks fantastic in any nursery. However, it's a little more expensive than the other options on our list and will require a standard mattress (which you'll have to purchase separately). It's worth a look it appears to be an extremely durable and long-lasting design.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and sleek choice that will go well with any nursery. It blends minimalist design with a contemporary twist, featuring warm oak effect details and soft curves for a striking design that's sure loved by both parents and baby. The crib bed can be used until your child reaches the age of four and is easily converted to an adult bed by using an easy extension kit. The dresser comes with an under-bed drawer which is ideal for blankets and muslins. It also comes with teething rails to ensure your child can be safe while sleeping.
This cot was named the top by our testers for its design, ease of assembly and the Allen key that is included. She also praised the sturdy design and premium feel, noting that it feels like a "real investment piece" as well as being a stylish accessory to any nursery.
It's more expensive than other cribs we've seen, but the quality and durability are worth the extra cost. The sleigh's design is stunning and will make any room where your baby's centre of the attention! You can save money by buying accessories like a teething rail and an organizer. We suggest buying an oval mattress instead of a standard UK size one, to prevent stretching the slats out and causing discomfort for your baby. In addition, our tester didn't have any issues with the cot and cots4tots.co.uk said it was a great purchase.
The La Redoute Willox
As its name suggests the cot bed is the epitome luxurious. It's made of solid plywood slats, birch and is built to last. It has an ethereal French look and feel. It also meets French safety standards and you can rest at ease knowing that your child is in safe hands. It is available in two stunning colors: grey-green and off-white.
Our test participants found it easy to put together and believed it was the most elegant looking cot in our round-up. However, it is expensive and you'll need to purchase a mattress separately - and when you're on a tight budget, there are cheaper alternatives out there.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed
If additional features are important to you, then this cot bed might be the perfect option. It has a handy under-bed storage drawer 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 it requires a separate mattress which could cause the price to go even higher than other models we looked at. The premium aesthetics, ease of assembly, and ability to grow along with your child are all appealing, making this cot worth the investment. Our test subjects thought that this cot would make the perfect addition to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis elementary is a fantastic choice for parents looking for a stylish frame that will last a long time. It's a bit more costly than other options we've looked at, but it comes with a matching changing table and wardrobe which means you can outfit your nursery in one step. Additionally, it's simple to set up and has three positions for the mattress's height so that your baby will be able to grow into it. It also has teething rails and a drawer that neatly slips under, so you don't have to compromise your floor space.
You'll need to buy an additional mattress if would like to use this cot bed. Therefore, make sure you budget your money accordingly. A good mattress can be bought for less than PS100. This is not an enormous 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.
Many parents choose cot beds for their children because they are inexpensive and provide a comfortable sleeping space. The majority of cot beds are suitable for children from birth to about four years old age, but some can be converted into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. We've included a few these in our list so you can search for them if would like your cot to last even longer.
The Wooden Cotbed
One of our favourite cot beds, this beautiful, solid-wood number is beautifully constructed and elegant. It also has a number of useful extras, including a handy drawer underneath and three adjustable base heights. The cot can be used until the age of 4 years old (though the majority of them will need be converted into a toddler bed with the conversion kit, which is sold separately).
The bed comes with a teddy bear canopy and teething bars that can be removed. The cot bed was simple for our tester to assemble. All the pieces were clearly marked and packed. It's also smaller in size than other cots that we tested which makes it an ideal choice for smaller rooms.
It's not cheap, costing PS599 with the recommended mattress included It's an investment piece and you could utilize it for multiple children. It's gorgeous in natural wood, but it also comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It converts to a toddler's bed with ease (leaving three sides open to ensure security) and can be converted into a daybed/sofa once your child is ready to let go of the bars.
It's a great choice for parents who are looking for an adjustable sleep solution that can last for as long as it can - our test with parents Becki claims that her Boori cot has lasted through three children, so it really does seem to endure the test of time. It has a lovely, traditional style that'll suit the majority of homes, and is constructed from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot comes with useful accessories like an teddy-bear canopy, teething rails and the option to purchase an reflux wedge.
