The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

If you're camping with Baby beds or visiting family, a comfortable night's sleep is essential. Make sure you invest in one of our best cot beds, to ensure your child is secure and safe (hopefully) sleeping easily.

With a sleek and easy-to-assemble frame, this cot bed has all the marks of an excellent design. It also converts into a chic toddler bed.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley

The overall winner, the Coxley is packed with design features that adhere to an exquisitely hand-crafted look. It has three cot bases that can be adjusted and can be turned into a toddler's bed. It will last your child for the first four years. It has two teething bars to soothe gums and prevent them from chewing on the sides of the cot.

The Coxley comes as the form of a complete nursery set which includes the stylish cotbed and an all-purpose dresser/changer. It also includes double wardrobe. The dresser/change unit has an adjustable changing top that can transform it from a handy Baby Cot changing station into an elegant dresser that could be filled with all your children's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers are completely customizable and you can tailor it to your nursery style.

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

When it comes to the most effective cot beds and cots, the Coxley meets all the right boxes - it's well-made, simple to put together and looks great in any nursery. It is, however, somewhat more expensive than some of the other options we've listed and will require a standard sized mattress (which you'll need to buy separately). This is still worth a look because it looks like it's a sturdy and long-lasting design.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is a sleek and elegant choice that'll be a perfect fit for any nursery. It has warm oak details, soft curves and an elegant design. Baby and parents will enjoy it. The cot bed is designed to last until your child reaches four years old, and can be converted to a toddler bed by using a simple extension kit. The dresser that comes with it has a drawer underneath the bed that is perfect for blankets and muslins. It also comes with teething rails to ensure your child will be secure while sleeping.

Our tester 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 from the start. It also received praise for its sturdy construction and luxurious feel as it felt like an "real piece of investment" and was an attractive accessory to any nursery.

It's a bit more expensive than the other cot beds we looked at however it's an affordable option that's worth the extra money for its quality and longevity. The sleigh's design is stunning and will make any room your baby's centre of the attention! You can save money by purchasing the accessories like teething rails and a drawer. We suggest buying an oval mattress instead of a standard UK size to avoid stretching the slats and causing discomfort to your baby. Aside from this, our tester didn't have any issues with this cot and said it was a fantastic buy.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is a absolute luxury. It is constructed of solid slats of plywood and birch, and is designed to last. It has a French style. It also meets French safety standards and you can be at ease knowing that your child will be in good hands. We like the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green color.

Our test subjects thought it was easy to assemble, and that it appeared to be the most luxurious in our roundup. However, it's expensive and you'll need to purchase the mattress separately, and if you're on a budget there are better alternatives there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

If additional features are important to you, then this cot bed might be the ideal option. It has a convenient under-bed storage space and teething rails. You can also alter the height of base to three different levels so that your child doesn't have to climb out of bed as they get older.

The only drawback of this cot is that it requires a mattress separately that can cause the price to go even higher than other models we looked at. The premium aesthetics as well as the ease of assembly and ability to grow along with your child are all appealing, making this cot worth the investment. Our test participants liked this cot and believed it would make a stunning addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis Elementary is a good choice for parents who want a chic contemporary frame that can last for a long time. It's a bit more expensive than some of the other options we've looked at, but it includes an accompanying changing table and wardrobe making it possible to furnish your nursery in one step. Plus, it's easy to put together and comes with 3 mattress height positions so your baby can grow into it. It has teething rails, and a drawer that slides neatly underneath so you don't lose valuable floor space.

It's important to note that you'll need an additional mattress for this cot bed, so make sure to budget accordingly. A high-quality mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. This is not an enormous cost. It can be difficult to find a mattress that fits the oval shape of the cot, but there are many different kinds that are suitable for.

A lot of parents choose cot beds as they are affordable and provide your child with an enjoyable place to sleep. Most cot beds are suitable for children ranging from birth to about four years old age, however some can be converted into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. We've included a few these in our list and suggest you look for them if want your cot bed to last even longer.

The Wooden Cot Bed

One of our favourite cot beds, this stunning, solid-wood number is beautifully constructed and elegant. It also comes with a variety of nifty extras including a handy drawer underneath and three adjustable heights for the base. The cot is suitable for children up to four years of age (though some will need to be converted to a toddler bed by using the conversion kit available separately).

A teddy bear canopy as well as removable rails for teething are included. Our tester said this cot bed was easy to put together, especially since all pieces were clearly labeled and packed. It's also smaller in size than the other cots that we tested which makes it a good option for smaller rooms.

It's not cheap baby cots for sale at PS599 with the mattress included It's an investment piece that you could well use it for multiple babies. It's gorgeous in natural wood, but also comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It transforms into a toddler's bed easily (leaving three sides open for safety) and then into a daybed/sofa when your baby is ready to let go of the bars.

This is a great option for parents seeking a sleeping solution that will last as long as they do. Our test-run with parents Becki said that her Boori cot could last for three children. The cot has a traditional design that's suitable for a variety of homes. It is constructed of sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with useful extras like the teddy bear canopy teething rails, as well as the option of purchasing a reflux wedge.