The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
If you're camping with baby or visiting relatives sleeping well is vital. Choose the best cot bed to ensure that your child is safe, snug and can (hopefully!) sleep easily.
This cot bed is an excellent design. It is slim and sleek and the frame is simple to put together. It can also be transformed into a stylish toddler's bed.
The Mamas and Papas Coxley
The Coxley the overall winner, is packed with features that adhere to an elegantly handcrafted style. It has three adjustable cot base heights that can be converted into a toddler bed, so will see your child through the first four years. It has two teething bars to soothe gums and stop chewing on the cot sides.
The Coxley is available in a complete nursery set, which includes the stylish cotbed, multipurpose dresser/change unit and a double wardrobe. The dresser/change cabinet has an adjustable changing top that transforms it from a useful baby changing station to an elegant dresser that could be filled with all of your children's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers are completely customizable and you can tailor the style of your nursery.
Some cots can last 10 years or more with expansion packs. It's worth keeping an eye out for these since they are less expensive than purchasing a whole new cot and mattress later on.
The Coxley is a great 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'll have to purchase separately. It's definitely worth checking out, however, because we think it's worth the cost for a long-lasting design that looks incredibly 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's got warm oak details soft curves and an elegant design. Parents and babies will love it. The crib bed can be used until your child reaches age of four, and can be easily transformed into an adult bed by using an easy extension kit. The coordinating dresser comes with an under-bed drawer, which is perfect to store blankets and muslins and teething rails to ensure your child is secure while they sleep.
Our test subject found this crib to be the best out of all the cots we evaluated for its design and ease of assembly with an Allen key included so that you can get to work straight away. She also praised its strong construction and premium feeling and said it felt like a "real piece of investment" as well as a stylish design for any nursery.
It's more expensive than the other cot-beds we've looked at however, the quality and durability make it worth the extra cost. The sleigh design is striking and will make any room in which your baby is centre of attention! The nifty extras, including a useful drawer and rails for teething, can also cut down on the cost of purchasing separate furniture pieces if you're on a tight budget. However, we would recommend buying an oval mattress rather than one of the standard sizes to avoid overstretching the slats and creating discomfort for your baby. Our tester had no issues with the cot, and thought it was an excellent purchase.
The La Redoute Willox
This cot bed is real luxury. With solid lumber slats made of birch and plywood It's built to last and has an authentic French feel to it. It also meets French safety standards, so you can rest at ease knowing that your child will be in safe hands. We like the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green color.
Our test participants found it easy to assemble and thought it was the most elegant look cot we've seen in our round-up. It's costly, especially since you have to buy the mattress separately. If you're on budget, there are cheaper options available.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed
This cot bed is a great option for those seeking additional features. It has a convenient under-bed storage area and teething rails. Plus, you can adjust the height of the base through three different settings, so your child won't have to climb out when they're older.
The only downside of this cot is that you will need to purchase a separate mattress which can push the price up even more than other models in our review. The beautiful design, ease of assembly, and ability to grow along with your child are all attractive, making this cot worth the investment. Our test participants loved the cot and thought it would be a beautiful accessory to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis Elementary is a great choice for parents wanting a stylish, modern-looking frame that will endure the test of time. It's a bit more costly than other options we've looked at, but it includes an accompanying changing table and wardrobe so you can kit out your nursery in one go. It's also easy to set up and has three positions for the mattress's height so that your baby can grow into it. It comes with teething rails and a drawer that slides neatly beneath so that you don't lose valuable floor space.
You'll need to buy an additional mattress if would like to use this cot bed. Therefore, you should think about your budget in advance. A quality mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. It's not an expensive expense. The only downside is that you might be unable to find an ideal fit due to the fact that the cot has an oval shape, however there are plenty of different kinds of mattresses that can fit perfectly.
A lot of parents choose cot beds because they are affordable and give your child an enjoyable place to sleep. They're generally suitable from the moment your child is born until he is about four years old. However, some convert into toddler beds with the purchase of an extension kit. We've included a couple of these in our list and suggest you look for them if wish to make your cot bed last even longer.
The Wooden Cot Bed
This beautiful solid-wood cot bed is stylish and beautifully designed. It also comes with a variety of useful extras, including a drawer beneath that is handy as well as three adjustable base heights. The cot is suitable for children from 4 years old to age (though some of them will require conversion into a toddler bed with an adapter kit that is sold separately).
A teddy bear canopy as well as removable teething rails are included. The cot bed was simple for our tester to assemble. The pieces were clearly marked and packed. It's also smaller than other cots we tried which makes it an ideal choice for smaller rooms.
It's not cheap, at PS599 with the mattress recommended included, but it feels like a real investment piece and you could well use it for multiple babies. It's beautiful in natural wood, but it also comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It can be converted into a toddler's bed with ease (leaving three sides up to ensure security) and can be converted into an upholstered daybed when your child is ready to leave the bars behind.
It's a great choice for parents who are looking for an option for a flexible sleeping solution that lasts as long as is possible. our test with parents Becki says her Boori cot has survived three children, so it does seem to stand the test of time. The cot is a classic style that is suitable for most homes. It is made from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot also includes a number of useful accessories like a teddy bear-themed canopy and teething rails, plus there's the option of buying a reflux wedge for added comfort for babies.