The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

When you're camping with your baby or visiting family sleeping well is essential. Make sure you invest in one of our top cot beds, to ensure your baby is comfortable and safe (hopefully) sleeping easily.

This cot bed is a great design. It is slim and sleek and the frame is simple to put together. It can also be converted into a stylish toddler bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

The Coxley, our overall winner is loaded with features that reflect an elegantly handcrafted style. It has three adjustable cot base heights and converts into a toddler bed, so it will last your child through their first four years. It also has two teething rails which can soothe gums and keep them from chewing the sides of the cot.

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 features an easily removable changing unit that can transform it from a practical baby changing station to a sleek dresser. It can be filled with your child's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized and you can tailor it to the decor of your nursery.

A cot of good quality is one that will last until your child is around four years old. However some offer the possibility of purchasing an expansion pack that can extend their use to five or even 10 years. It's worth looking out for these as they may be less expensive than purchasing a whole new mattress and cot later.

When it comes to the most effective cot cribs beds, the Coxley meets all the right boxes. It's sturdy, easy to build and looks fantastic in any nursery. However, it is slightly more expensive than some of the other options on our list and will require a standard sized mattress (which you'll need to buy separately). It's still worth looking at, however because it looks like it's a sturdy and long-lasting design.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is a elegant and sleek choice that will be a perfect fit for any nursery. It has warm oak details soft curves, and a minimalist design. Baby Cot and parents will enjoy it. The crib bed can be used until your child reaches the age of four, and can be easily converted into an adult bed by using an easy extension kit. The matching dresser includes a drawer under the bed which is ideal for blankets and muslins. It also has teething rails so your child is safe sleeping.

This cot was rated the best by our tester for its design, ease of assembly, and also the Allen key that comes with. The tester also praised its sturdy construction and premium feel, noting that it feels like an "real investment piece" and is an elegant design for any nursery.

It's a little more expensive than the other cot beds we looked at however it's an affordable alternative that's worth the money for its durability and quality. The sleigh design is striking and will make any room your baby's centre of attention! You can save money by purchasing extras such as a teething rail and drawer. However, we recommend buying an oval mattress rather than the standard size of a UK-sized one to avoid stretching the slats and possibly cause discomfort for your baby. Our tester had no other issues with the cot, and deemed it an excellent purchase.

The La Redoute Willox

As the name suggests the cot sales bed is the epitome of luxury. It's constructed of solid birch and plywood slats and is designed to last. It has an ethereal French feel. It also meets French safety standards and you can be at ease knowing that your child is in good hands. It's available in two stunning colors grey-green and off-white.

Our test participants found it easy to assemble and thought it was the most luxurious design cot we've reviewed in our roundup. However, it is expensive - especially as you need to purchase an additional mattress - and if you're on a budget there are more affordable alternatives there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren infant cot bed Bed

If you are looking for additional features for you, then this cot bed is the ideal option. It comes with a handy under-bed storage compartment and teething rails. Plus, you can adjust the height of the base with three different settings, so your child won't have to climb out when they're older.

The only drawback of this crib is that you have to purchase a mattress separately - something that can increase the cost more than other models in our review. The stunning design as well as the ease of assembly and the capacity to grow with your child are all attractive, making this cot worth the money. Our testers thought this cot would be a lovely addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis elementary is a great choice for parents who want a sleek frame that will last for a long time. It's more expensive than other options but it comes with an accompanying changing table and wardrobe to outfit your nursery in one go. It's also easy to put together, and includes three mattress height positions for your baby to grow into. It also has teething rails and an attractive drawer that slides underneath, so you don't have to lose precious floor space.

It's important to note that you'll need to buy an additional mattress for this crib bed, so make sure you budget accordingly. You can get a good mattress for less than PS100 and that's not an excessive cost. It can be difficult to find a mattress that will fit the oval shape of the cot however, there are many kinds that can be used.

A lot of parents choose to use cot beds due to the fact that they are a great value and offer your child an enjoyable place to sleep. The majority of 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. We've included a couple of these in our list, so you can look out for them if you wish to make your cot bed last even longer.

The Wooden Cot Bed

One of our top cot beds, this stunning, solid-wood number is beautifully constructed and elegant. It has many other features, including a drawer under the bed and three adjustable base levels. The cot can be used up to the age of four years old (though the majority of them will need to be converted to a toddler bed with the conversion kit, which is sold separately).

The bed comes with a teddy bear canopy and removable teething bars. Our tester said this cot bed was simple to put together, particularly since all pieces were clearly labeled and packed. It's also small in size compared to some of the other cots we tried and is a good option for smaller rooms.

It's not cheap cot beds at PS599 and includes a mattress included. However, it is an investment piece, and it can be used for more than one child. It's gorgeous in natural wood, but it also comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It can be easily converted into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides up to ensure safety) and it can be converted into a daybed or sofa when your child is ready to let go of the bars.

This is a great option for parents who are seeking a sleeping solution that will last as long as they do. Our test-run with parents Becki said her Boori cot lasted through 3 children. It's got a lovely traditional design that will fit all homes and is constructed from sustainable 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 a reflux wedge.