The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

A comfortable night's rest is crucial regardless of whether you're camping, or visiting your family. Choose the best cot bed to ensure your child is secure, snug and can (hopefully!) sleep easily.

With a slim design and easy-to-assemble frame, this cot bed has all the hallmarks of an excellent design. It can also be converted into a stylish toddler's bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

The overall winner, the Coxley is brimming with design features that follow an exquisitely hand-crafted look. It comes with three adjustable base heights and converts into a toddler bed, so will see your child through their first four years. It has two teething bars that relax gums and prevent chewing on the sides of the cot.

The Coxley comes as a complete nursery set that includes the stylish cotbed and a multi-purpose dresser/changer unit. It also includes double wardrobe. The dresser/change comes with an easily removable changing unit that transforms it from a convenient baby changing station into a stylish dresser. It can be filled with your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized and you can tailor the style of your nursery.

Some cots can be extended to 10 years or more by using expansion packs. It's worth looking out for these as they can be cheaper than purchasing a whole new mattress and cot later on.

The Coxley is a fantastic choice for cot beds. It's easy to assemble and is well-made. It looks fantastic in any nursery. It's more expensive than the other options and requires a standard-sized mattress which you'll need to buy separately. It's still worth checking this out, though, as 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 elegant and sleek choice that will complement any nursery cots. It blends minimalist design with a contemporary twist, featuring warm oak effect details and soft curves for a standout style that's sure to be loved by both parents and the baby. The cot bed can be used until your child is at the age of four, and can be easily converted into an infant bed with an easy extension kit. The matching dresser comes with an under-bed drawer that is ideal for storing muslins and blankets as well as teething rails to ensure your child is safe as they sleep.

Our tester found this cot to be the best crib of all the models we tested for its design and ease of assembly, with an Allen key included so you can start working right away. She also praised the solid design and premium feel, adding that it is it's a "real investment piece" as well as being an elegant accessory to any nursery.

It's more expensive than the other cot-beds we've looked at however, the quality and durability are worth the cost. The sleigh-style design looks particularly attractive and will make your baby the center of attention in any room! The extras, like a handy drawer and teething rails, can also cut down on the cost of purchasing separate furniture pieces when you're on a strict budget. We would recommend purchasing an oval mattress instead of one of the standard UK size one, to prevent stretching the slats and causing discomfort to your baby. In addition, our tester didn't have any issues with this crib and thought it was a great buy.

The La Redoute Willox

Like its name implies this bed is the epitome of luxury. With solid lumber slats made of birch and plywood It's built to last and has a classic French style. It also complies with French safety standards and you can rest sure that your child is in safe hands. It's available in two stunning colours: grey-green and off-white.

Our testers thought it was easy to assemble, and that it looked the most luxurious in our roundup. However, it is expensive - especially as you need to purchase a mattress separately - and If you're looking for a budget-friendly option, there are better alternatives there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

This cot bed is a great crib option for those seeking additional features. It comes with a useful drawer for storage under the bed and teething rails. Plus, you can adjust the height of the base by three different settings so that your child won't have to climb out of the bed when they're older.

The only drawback of this cot is that it requires a separate mattress which could cause the price to go more than other models we reviewed. The stunning design as well as the ease of assembly and ability to grow along with your child are all attractive and make this cot well worth the cost. Our testers loved the cot and thought it would be a beautiful addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis elementary is a great choice for parents looking for an elegant frame that lasts a long time. It's a bit more expensive than other options we've looked at, but it comes with a matching changing table and wardrobe which means you can outfit your nursery in one trip. It's also easy to assemble, and has three mattress height positions for your baby to develop into. It has teething rails, and an elegantly arranged drawer that slides beneath so that you don't lose valuable floor space.

You'll need to purchase an additional mattress if want to use this cot bed. Therefore, make sure you budget your money accordingly. You can purchase a high quality mattress for less than PS100, so it's not too much of an cost. It may be difficult to find a mattress that will fit the oval shape of the cot but there are many different types that will fit.

A lot of parents choose to use cot beds as they are a great value and provide your child with a comfortable place to sleep. Most cot beds are suitable for children ranging from birth to around four years of age, but some may be transformed into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. You can find several of them on our list if you're looking for a cot that will last longer.

The Wooden Cot Bed

This beautiful solid-wood cot bed is stylish and beautifully designed. It also has a number of other features, including an under-bed drawer and three adjustable base levels. The cot can be used up to the age of 4 years old (though the majority of them will need to be converted into a toddler bed with an conversion kit, available separately).

Included are a teddy-bear canopy as well as removable teething bars. Our tester said this cot bed was simple to put together, especially since all pieces were clearly labeled and well-packed. It's also smaller than other cots 4 tots we tested and is the perfect choice for smaller rooms.

It's not inexpensive at PS599 with the 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 also comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It can be converted into a toddler's bed easily (leaving three sides open for safety) and can be converted into a daybed/sofa when your baby is ready to let go of the bars.

This is a great option for parents who are seeking a sleeping solution that can last as long as they do. Our test-run with parents Becki stated that her Boori cot could last for 3 children. It's got a lovely traditional design that will fit the majority of homes, and is made from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot sales comes with some useful extras like a teddy bear canopy and teething rails, and the option of buying an reflux wedge to provide comfort for children.