The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
Whether you're camping with baby or visiting family sleeping well is vital. Make sure you invest in one of our top cot beds to ensure your little one is snug, safe and (hopefully) sleeping easily.
This cot bed is a great design. It has a slim aesthetic, and the frame is simple to put together. It also converts into a chic toddler bed.
The Mamas & Papas Coxley
The Coxley is our top pick is loaded with features that follow 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 has two teething bars that soothe gums and prevent them from chewing on the cot sides.
The Coxley is the form of a complete nursery set which includes a chic cotbed as well as a multi-purpose dresser/changer unit. It also comes with double wardrobe. The dresser/change cabinet has an easily removable changing top that transforms it into a convenient baby changing station into a sleek dresser that can be filled with your children's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized to match the style of your nursery.
A good cot should be able to last until your child reaches four years old. However certain models offer the possibility of purchasing expansion packs that 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 great choice for cot beds. It's easy to assemble and is well-made. It looks fantastic in any nursery. It is more expensive than the other options and requires a standard-sized mattress which you will need to buy separately. It's still worth checking this out, though, 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 be a perfect fit for any nursery. It blends minimalist design with modern twists, with warm oak-like details and soft curves for a striking design that's sure loved by parents and the baby. The cot bed is made to be used until your child is four years old and converts to a toddler bed by using a simple extension kit. The matching dresser comes with a handy under-bed drawer that is ideal to store blankets and muslins as well as teething rails to ensure your child is safe as they sleep.
Our tester found this cot to be the most effective of all the models we tested in terms of design and ease of assembly with an Allen key included so that you can begin working right away. She also praised the solid design and premium feel, noting that it feels like a "real investment piece" and is an elegant design for any nursery.
It's a bit more expensive than some of the other cribs we examined, but it's still an affordable alternative that's worth the extra price for its durability and quality. The sleigh-style design looks particularly striking and will make your child the center of attention in any room! You can save money by purchasing the additional items like teething rails and a drawer. However, we recommend buying an oval mattress rather than one of the standard sizes to avoid overstretching the slats and creating discomfort for your baby. Our test subject had no issues with the cot, and thought it was a great buy.
The La Redoute Willox
This cot bed is a real luxurious. It's constructed of solid slats of plywood and birch, and is designed to last. It has the French feel. It is certified to French safety standards too which means you can be certain that your child will be safe and sound. It's available in two stunning colors: grey-green and off-white.
Our test subjects found it simple to assemble and thought it was the most elegant design cot we've reviewed in our roundup. However, it's expensive - especially as you need to buy an additional mattress - and if you're on a budget there are better alternatives there.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed
If you are looking for additional features for you, then this cot bed could be the perfect choice. It has a convenient under-bed storage space and teething rails. You can also alter the height of base to three levels so that your child doesn't have to climb out of bed as they get older.
The only downside of this crib is that you have to purchase a separate mattress which could push the price up even more than other models we've reviewed. The beautiful design as well as the ease of assembly and the ability to grow with your child are all attractive and make this cot well worth the cost. Our test participants 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 looking for a sleek frame that will last for a long time. It's more expensive than other options, but it comes with matching changing table and wardrobe so you can furnish your nursery all at once. It's also easy to put together, and comes with three mattress heights for your baby to grow into. It comes with teething rails and an elegantly arranged drawer that slides beneath so that you don't lose valuable floor space.
You'll need to buy a separate mattress if you would like to use this cot bed. So, make sure you budget your money accordingly. You can get a good quality mattress for less than PS100 and that's not an excessive expense. It can be difficult to find a mattress that will fit the oval shape of the cot however, there are many kinds that are suitable for.
Many parents choose to use cot beds due to the fact that they are great value and give your child a comfortable place to sleep. They're generally appropriate from birth until your child is around four years old, although some can be converted into toddler beds by the purchase of an extension kit. You can find a few of these in our list if you're looking for a cot bed that will last longer.
The Wooden Cot Bed
This beautiful solid-wood cot bed is elegant and well-designed. It also has a number of handy extras like a handy drawer underneath and three heights that can be adjusted. The cot can be used until the age of 4 years old (though most will need to be converted to a toddler bed by using a conversion kit, sold separately).
A teddy bear canopy and removable teething rails are included. The cot bed was simple to put together for our tester. All of the pieces were clearly labeled and well-packed. It's also smaller in size than other cots we tested and is an ideal choice for smaller rooms.
It's not inexpensive at PS599, with the mattress included. But it feels like an investment piece, and it can be used for more than one child. It looks stunning in natural wood, but you can also purchase it in three Scandi-inspired colors. It is easily transformed into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides open to ensure safety) and it can be converted into a daybed or sofa when your child is ready to let go of the bars.
It's a great option for parents looking for an adjustable sleep solution that will last for as long as it can - our parent tester Becki says her Boori cot has been used by three children, so it seems to last the test of time. The cot has a classic design that will suit most homes. It's made of sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot also comes with some useful features like a teddy bear canopy and teething rails, plus there's the option of purchasing a reflux wedge for added comfort for children.