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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

If you're camping with baby or visiting relatives getting a good night's rest is crucial. Invest in one of our top cot beds, to ensure your little one is snug, safe and (hopefully) sleeping comfortably.

With a slim aesthetic and easy to assemble frame this cot bed bears all the marks of a great design. It also converts into a stylish toddler bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

Our overall winner, the Coxley is packed with design features that follow a beautifully hand-crafted aesthetic. It has three adjustable cot base heights, and can be converted into a toddler bed so will see your child through the first four years. It also has two teething rails which can soothe gums and keep them from chewing on the cot sides.

The Coxley is available as a full nursery set, that includes a stylish crib, multi-purpose dresser/changer and double wardrobe. The dresser/change unit comes with an adjustable changing top that turns it into a convenient baby changing station into an elegant dresser that can be filled with all of your baby's favourite toys and treasures. The drawers can be customized to match your nursery's style.

Some cots can be extended for 10 years or more using expansion packs. It's worth looking out for these since they may be less expensive than buying a brand new mattress and cot later.

When it comes to the best cot beds and 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's a little more expensive than some of the other options on our list and will require a standard sized mattress (which you'll have to purchase separately). It's still worth checking this out, though, as we think it's worth the cost for a long-lasting design that appears extremely durable.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and stylish choice that will go well with any nursery. It features warm oak effect details, soft curves and a minimalist design. Babies and parents will be delighted. The cot bed is designed to last until your child reaches four years old, and can be converted into a toddler bed using an easy extension kit. The matching dresser includes a drawer under the bed that is perfect for blankets and muslins. It also has teething rails so that your child will be secure while sleeping.

Our tester found this cot to be the most effective out of all the cheap cots we tested in terms of design and ease of assembly with an Allen key that comes with it so you can start working right away. She also praised its strong construction and high-quality feel and said it felt like it was a "real piece of investment" and also an elegant addition to any baby's nursery.

It's a little more expensive than the other cot beds we looked at however, it's still an affordable alternative that's worth the cost for its quality and longevity. The sleigh-style design looks particularly striking and will make your child the center of attention in any room! The useful extras, such as a useful drawer and teething rails, will also save you the expense of buying separate furniture pieces in case you're on a tight budget. We would suggest buying an oval mattress rather than a standard UK-sized one to avoid stretching the slats and causing your baby discomfort. Our tester had no problems with the cot and deemed it an excellent buy.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is absolute luxury. It's made of solid birch and plywood slats and is built to last. It has an ethereal French look and feel. It also meets French safety standards, so you can rest at ease knowing that your child will be in good hands. We are awestruck by the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green colour.

Our testers thought it was easy to put together, and also that it looked most luxurious in our roundup. It's expensive, particularly since you have to buy the mattress separately. If you're on budget there are alternatives that are less expensive available.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed

This cot bed is a great choice if you are looking for additional features. It comes with a handy under-bed storage drawer and teething rails. You can also 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.

The only downside to this cot is that it requires a separate mattress which could cause the price to go even higher than other models we've reviewed. Its stunning design and ease of assembly as well as ability to grow with your baby cots online are all appealing which makes it a worthy investment. Our testers thought this cot would make a lovely addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis Elementary is a great choice for parents who want a chic modern frame that can endure the test of time. It's a bit more costly than some of the other options we've seen but it comes with an accompanying changing table and wardrobe, which means you can outfit your nursery in one trip. It's also easy to put together and has three mattress height positions for your baby to grow into. It also comes with teething rails and an elegantly slidable drawer underneath, so you don't have to compromise your floor space.

You'll need to purchase an additional mattress if you intend to use this cot bed. Therefore, you should make sure you budget your money accordingly. You can find a decent mattress for less than PS100 which isn't too much of an expense. The only downside is that you may find it tricky to get an appropriate fit since the cot is an oval shape, but there are plenty of different kinds of mattresses that fit perfectly.

Many parents choose to use cot beds due to the fact that they are great value and offer your child an enjoyable place to sleep. Most cot beds are suitable for children ranging from birth to about four years old age, but some may be transformed into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. You'll find some of them in our list if you're searching for a cot that lasts longer.

The Wooden Cotbed

One of our favourite cot beds, this gorgeous solid-wood version is beautifully constructed and elegant. It comes with a variety of additional features, including an under-bed drawer and three adjustable base levels. The crib is suitable for children as young as four years old. age (though some will need to be converted to a toddler bed by using a conversion kit sold separately).

A teddy bear canopy as well as removable rails for teething are also included. Our tester said this cot bed was easy to put together, particularly since all pieces were clearly labeled and well packed. It's also very small in comparison to other cots we tested and is a good option for smaller rooms.

It's not expensive at PS599 with the 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 it comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It is easily transformed into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides open to ensure safety) and later into a sofa/daybed once your child is ready to let go of the bars.

It's a great option for parents looking for an option for a flexible sleep solution that can last as long as possible - our parent tester Becki claims that her Boori cot has survived three children, so it seems to stand the test of time. It has a lovely traditional design that will fit the majority of homes, and is made of sustainable Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot also includes a number of useful features such as the teddy bear canopy as well as teething rails, and the option of purchasing a reflux wedge for added comfort for babies.