The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
If you're camping with baby or visiting relatives, a comfortable night's sleep is vital. Choose the best crib bed to ensure that your child is safe snug and cozy and can (hopefully!) sleep easily.
This cot bed is an excellent design. It has a slim aesthetic and the frame is easy to put together. It is also able to be transformed into a chic toddler's bed.
The Mamas & Papas Coxley
The overall winner, the Coxley is packed with features that reflect an exquisitely hand-crafted look. It comes with three adjustable base heights and converts into a toddler bed, which will help your child through the first four years. It also has two rails for teething that help soothe gums and prevent them from chewing on the cot sides.
The Coxley comes in a complete nursery set that includes the stylish cotbed and an all-purpose dresser/changer. It also comes with a double wardrobe. The dresser/change comes with an easily removable changing unit that transforms from a convenient baby changing station into an elegant dresser. It can be filled with your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized to fit your nursery's style.
A cot of good quality should be able to last until your child is around four years old. However certain models offer the possibility of purchasing an expansion pack 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 purchasing a whole new mattress and cot later.
The Coxley is a fantastic choice for cot beds. It's simple to put together and well-made, and looks stunning in any nursery. It is, however, slightly more expensive than the other options on our list and will require a standard mattress (which you'll need to buy separately). This is still worth a look because it looks like an extremely durable and long-lasting design.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is a sleek and elegant choice that'll fit in with any nursery. It has warm oak details soft curves and an elegant design. Babies and parents will enjoy it. The cot bed can be used until your child reaches the age of four. It can be easily transformed into a toddler bed using a simple extension kit. The dresser that comes with it is a handy under-bed drawer, which is perfect for storing muslins and blankets and teething rails to keep your baby safe as they sleep.
Our tester found this crib to be the best of all the models 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. She also praised its strong construction and luxurious feel, saying that it felt like a "real piece of investment" and was a stylish accessory to any nursery.
It's a bit more expensive than some of the other cot beds we looked at however it's an affordable option that's worth the extra cost for its durability and quality. The sleigh-style design looks particularly attractive and will make your child the center of attention in any room! You can save money by buying additional items like teething rails and drawer. We recommend buying an oval mattress instead of a standard UK size to prevent stretching the slats out and causing discomfort to your baby. Apart from that our test subject didn't experience any issues with this cot and stated it was a great purchase.
The La Redoute Willox
As the name suggests the cot bed is the epitome of luxurious. It's made of solid birch and plywood slats and is designed to last. It has the French style. nursery cots is certified to French safety standards and you can be sure your child is safe and sound. We are awestruck by the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green shade.
Our testers found it easy to put together, and also that it looked most luxurious of our selections. It's expensive, particularly because you must purchase the mattress separately. If you're on budget, there are cheaper options available.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed
If extra features are important to you, then this cot bed might be the best option. It comes with a handy under-bed storage space and teething rails. Plus, you can adjust the height of the base through three different settings, so your child doesn't have to climb out of the bed when they're older.
The only drawback of this cot is that it requires a mattress separately, which can make the price go up more than other models we reviewed. Its gorgeous design as well as its ease of assembly and the ability to adapt to your baby's needs are all appealing though which makes it a worthy cost. Our testers thought this cot would be an excellent 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 more expensive than other options however, it comes with a matching wardrobe and changing table so you can outfit your nursery in one go. Additionally, it's simple 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.
It's important to note that you'll have to purchase an additional mattress for this crib bed, so make sure you budget accordingly. You can purchase a high mattress for less than PS100 which isn't too much of an expense. The only downside is that you may have a difficult time finding an appropriate fit since the cot has an oval shape, however there are plenty of different types of mattresses that will be suitable for it.
Many parents opt for cot beds as they are great value and provide your child with a comfortable place to sleep. The majority of cot beds are suitable for babies to about four years old age, but some can be transformed into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. We've included a couple of these in our list, so you can look for them if would like your cot to last longer.
The Wooden Cotbed
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 until the age of four (though the majority of them will need be converted to an infant bed using an conversion kit, available separately).
A teddy bear canopy as well as teething rails that can be removed are also included. This cot bed was easy for our test participant to put together. All the pieces were clearly labeled and well-packed. It's also small in size when compared to other cots we looked at and is a good option for smaller spaces.
It is not expensive at PS599, with the mattress included. It's an investment piece, and you can use it for more than one child. It's beautiful in natural wood, however you can also purchase it in three Scandi-inspired colors. It converts to a toddler's bed with ease (leaving three sides up to ensure security) and into a daybed/sofa once your child is ready to go without bars.
It's a great choice for parents looking for an adjustable sleeping solution that lasts for as long as it can - our test with parents Becki claims that her Boori cot has survived three children, so it does seem to stand the test of time. The cot is a classic design that will suit most homes. It's made from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with useful accessories like the teddy bear canopy teething rails, as well as the option to buy an reflux wedge.