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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 crucial. Choose the best cot bed to ensure your child is safe, snug and can (hopefully!) sleep easily.
With a slim aesthetic and easy-to-assemble frame this cot bed bears all the hallmarks of a high-quality design. It can also be converted into a stylish toddler's bed.
The Mamas and Papas Coxley
The Coxley, our overall winner, is packed with features that adhere to an elegantly designed and handcrafted look. It comes with three cot bases that can be adjusted and can be converted into an infant's bed. It will last your child for the first four years. It also has two teething rails which aid in soothing gums and stop them from chewing on the cot sides.
The Coxley is available as a complete nursery set, which includes the stylish cotbed, multipurpose dresser/change unit and a double wardrobe. The dresser/change comes with an adjustable changing unit that transforms from a practical baby changing station into a stylish dresser. It can be filled with your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized to fit your nursery's style.
cots offers can be extended to 10 years or more with expansion packs. These can be more affordable than purchasing a new cot or mattress.
The Coxley is a fantastic choice for cot beds. It's easy to assemble, well-made and looks great in any nursery. It's more expensive than other models and requires a standard-sized mattress which you will need to buy separately. It's still worth a look it appears to be a very sturdy and durable design.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and sleek option that will go well with any nursery. It's got warm oak details, soft curves and an elegant design. Baby and parents will love it. The cot bed can be used until your child is at the age of four. It can be easily transformed into a toddler bed using an easy extension kit. The dresser that comes with it is a handy under-bed drawer that's ideal for storing muslins and blankets, as well as teething rails to ensure your child is safe as they sleep.
Our test subject found this cot to be the best out of all the cots we tested in terms of design and ease of assembly with an Allen key that comes with it so you can begin working right from the start. She also praised the solid design and premium feel, stating that it feels like a "real investment piece" and is an attractive accessory to any nursery.
It's a bit more expensive than the other cot beds we've looked at, but it's still an affordable alternative that's worth the money for its quality and durability. The sleigh-style style is attractive and will make your baby the center of attention in any room! The extras, like an adorable drawer and rails for teething, will also help you avoid the expense of buying separate furniture pieces when you're on a strict budget. We would recommend purchasing an oval mattress instead of one of the standard UK sized one, to prevent stretching the slats too far and causing discomfort to your baby. Apart from that our test subject didn't experience any issues with the cot and said it was a great purchase.
The La Redoute Willox
This cot bed is absolute luxurious. It's constructed of solid plywood slats, birch and is built to last. It has the French look and feel. It is certified to French safety standards, so you can rest assured that your child is safe and sound. We are awestruck by the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green color.
Our testers found it easy to assemble and thought it was the most luxurious design cot we've reviewed in our roundup. However, it's expensive and you'll need to buy a mattress separately - and If you're looking for a budget-friendly option, there are cheaper alternatives out there.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed
If you are looking for additional features for you, then this cot bed might be the best choice. It has a convenient under-bed storage compartment and teething rails. Additionally, you can alter the height of the base through three different settings, so your child won't have to climb out when they're older.
The only drawback to this cot is that you need to buy a mattress separately - something that can push the price up even more than other models we've reviewed. Its premium aesthetic as well as its ease of assembly and the ability to grow with your child are all appealing which makes it a worthy investment. Our test subjects thought that this cot would make an excellent addition to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis elementary is a fantastic choice for parents who want an elegant frame that lasts a long time. It's more expensive than other frames but it comes with an accompanying changing table and wardrobe to outfit your nursery all at once. Plus, it's easy to assemble and has 3 mattress height positions so your baby can develop into it. It also has teething rails as well as an attractive drawer that slides under, so you don't have to compromise your floor space.
You'll need to buy an additional mattress if you want to use this cot bed. Therefore, make sure you budget your money accordingly. A quality mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. This isn't an expensive expense. The only drawback is that you might have a difficult time finding a good fit because the cot is an oval shape. However, there are cots offers of kinds of mattresses that can work for it.
Many parents choose to use cot beds as they are a great value and offer your child a comfortable place to sleep. They're generally suitable from the moment your child is born until he is four years old, but some can be converted into toddler beds by the purchase of an extension kit. You'll find several of them on our list if you're looking for a cot that will last for a longer time.
The Wooden Cot Bed
One of our favorite cot beds, this gorgeous solid-wood version is beautifully designed and very stylish. It also comes with a range of useful extras, including an under-bed drawer that is handy and three adjustable heights for the base. The cot can be used up to the age of 4 years old (though the majority of them will need be converted to a toddler bed by using the conversion kit, which is sold separately).
Included are a teddy-bear canopy as well as removable teething bars. Our test participant said that the cot bed was simple to assemble, especially as all the pieces were clearly labeled and well packed. It's also smaller in size than the other cots we tested and is a good option for smaller rooms.
It's not cheap at PS599 with the mattress included. But it feels like an investment piece, and you can use it for more than one baby. It's gorgeous in natural wood, but also comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It can easily be converted 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 who are looking for an adjustable sleep solution that will last as long as is possible. our test with parents Becki says that her Boori cot has lasted through three children, so it does stand the test of time. The cot has a traditional design that will suit most homes. It's made of sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with some useful extras including a teddy bear canopy and teething rails, plus there's the option of purchasing an reflux wedge to provide comfort for little ones.