The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

A good night's sleep is important regardless of whether you're camping, or visiting relatives. Invest in our best cot bed to ensure your child is safe, snug and can (hopefully!) sleep easily.

With a slim aesthetic and easy-to-assemble frame the cot bed has all the hallmarks of a high-quality design. It can also transform into a chic toddler bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

The overall winner is the Coxley is packed with design features that follow an exquisitely hand-crafted look. It comes with three adjustable base heights that can be converted into a toddler bed, so it will last your child through their first four years. It also has two rails for teething which help soothe gums and prevent them from chewing the cot sets sides.

The Coxley is available in a full nursery set, that includes a stylish cotbed, a multi-purpose dresser/changer and a double wardrobe. The dresser/change unit comes with an easily removable changing top that turns it from a useful baby changing station into an elegant dresser that can be filled with your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized, so you can match it to your nursery style.

A cot of good quality is one that will last until your child is about four years old. However, certain models offer the option of purchasing expansion packs which extend their use up to five or even 10 years. It's worth keeping an eye out for these because they are less expensive than buying a new mattress and cot later.

When it comes to the top cot beds and cots, the Coxley ticks all the right boxes - it's well-made, simple to put together and looks great in any nursery. It's more expensive than other options and requires a standard-sized mattress which you'll need to purchase separately. This is still worth a look because it looks like it's a sturdy and durable design.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is a elegant and stylish choice that'll be a perfect fit for any nursery. It blends minimalist design with contemporary flair, featuring warm oak-like details and soft curves to create a stunning style that's sure to be loved by parents as well as the baby. The cot bed was designed to last until your child reaches four years old and converts into a toddler bed using an easy extension kit. The dresser that comes with it is a handy under-bed drawer that's ideal to store blankets and muslins and teething rails to keep your little one safe while they sleep.

Our tester 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 included so that you can get to work straight immediately. She also praised the solid construction and luxurious feel, noting that it is a "real investment piece" as well as being an elegant addition to any nursery.

It's more expensive than some of the other cot beds we've looked at, but it's still an affordable alternative that's worth the cost for its quality and durability. The sleigh-style style is attractive and will make your child the centre of attention in any room! You can save money by buying accessories like a rail for teething and a drawer. However, we recommend buying an oval mattress rather than one of the standard sizes to avoid overstretching the slats and creating discomfort for your Baby Cot Bed. Our test subject had no issues with the cot and deemed it an excellent buy.

The La Redoute Willox

As the name suggests, this cot bed is a symbol of luxury. With solid birch oak and plywood slats, it's designed to last and has a classic French look. It complies with French safety standards which means you can be certain that your little one will be safe and sound. It is available in two stunning colours Grey-green and off-white.

Our test subjects found it simple to assemble and thought it was the most elegant look cot we've seen in our round-up. It is expensive, especially because you need to purchase the mattress separately. If you're budget-conscious, there are cheaper options available.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

This crib bed is a fantastic option for those looking for additional features. It has a convenient under-bed storage compartment and teething rails. Additionally, you can alter the height of the base with three different settings so that your child won't be forced to climb out when they're older.

The only drawback to this crib is that you have to buy a mattress separately which could push the price up even more than other models we've reviewed. The premium aesthetics and ease of assembly and the capacity to grow with your child are all appealing and make this cot worth the cost. Our test participants loved this 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 who want a chic contemporary frame that can stand the test of time. It's more expensive than some of the other options we've looked at, but it includes an adjustable changing table and wardrobe which means you can outfit your nursery in one trip. Plus, it's easy to put together and comes with 3 positions for the mattress's height so that your baby can grow into it. It has teething rails and an elegantly arranged drawer that slides beneath so that you don't lose valuable floor space.

You'll have to purchase an additional mattress if want to use this cot bed. Therefore, make sure you budget your money accordingly. You can get a good mattress of good quality 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 a variety of kinds that can be used.

A lot of parents choose cot beds due to the fact that they are a great value and offer your child an enjoyable place to sleep. They're generally suitable from the moment your child is born until he is four years old. However, some convert into toddler beds with the purchase of an extension kit. You'll find several of them on our list of options if you're looking for a cot that will last longer.

The Wooden Cotbed

This stunning solid-wood cot is stylish and beautifully designed. It has many additional features, including an under bed drawer and three adjustable base levels. The crib is suitable for children from 4 years old to age (though some may need to be converted into a toddler bed with an adapter kit that is sold separately).

Included are a teddy-bear canopy as well as teething bars that can be removed. This cot for sale bed was easy for our tester to assemble. The pieces were clearly marked and well-packed. It's also smaller in size than some of the other cots and tots we tried and is an ideal choice for smaller rooms.

It's not cheap at PS599 with the mattress included, but it feels like an investment piece that you could well make use of it for multiple babies. It looks stunning in natural wood, however you can also purchase it in three Scandi-inspired finishes. It can easily be converted into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides in place to ensure safety) and then into a sofa/daybed when your child is ready to let go of the bars.

This is an excellent choice for parents looking for a solution to sleeping that can last for as long as they do. Our test with parents Becki stated that her Boori cot could last for three children. It's a beautiful traditional design that will fit most homes, and is made from sustainable Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot also comes with some useful features including the teddy bear canopy as well as teething rails, plus there's the option to purchase a reflux wedge to add comfort for children.