The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

A good night's sleep is essential, whether you're camping or visiting family. Make sure you invest in one of our best cot beds, to ensure your baby is comfortable and safe (hopefully) sleeping comfortably.

With a slim aesthetic and easy-to-assemble frame, this cot bed has all the marks of a high-quality design. It also converts into a stylish toddler bed.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley

The Coxley the overall winner is packed with features that reflect an elegantly designed and handcrafted look. It has three cot bases that are adjustable and can be converted into an infant's bed. This will last your child for their first four years. It comes with two teething bars to soothe gums and prevent them from chewing on sides of the cot.

The Coxley is an entire nursery set that includes a stylish cotbed as well as an all-purpose dresser/changer. It also includes two wardrobes. The dresser/change features a removable changing unit that transforms it from a convenient baby changing station to a stylish dresser. It can be filled with your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized to fit your nursery's style.


Some cots can last 10 years or more with expansion packs. It's worth keeping an eye out for these because they are less expensive than buying a new cot and mattress later on.

When it comes to the best cot beds that we have reviewed, the Coxley is a great choice. It ticks all the right boxes - it's sturdy, easy to build and looks fantastic in any nursery. However, it is somewhat more expensive than the other options on our list and will require a standard mattress (which you'll need to buy separately). It's still worth checking this out, though, because we think it's well worth the money for a long-lasting design that looks extremely sturdy.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is a sleek and elegant choice that'll be a perfect fit for any nursery. It blends minimalist design with modern twists, with warm oak-effect details and soft curves to create a stunning design that's sure 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 transformed into a toddler bed using a simple extension kit. The matching dresser comes with an under-bed drawer that is ideal to store blankets and muslins and teething rails to keep your little one safe while 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 start working right from the start. She also praised its sturdy construction and high-quality feel, saying that it felt like an "real piece of investment" as well as a stylish addition to any baby's nursery.

It's a bit more expensive than some of the other cribs we examined, but it's still an affordable alternative that's worth the cost for its quality and longevity. The sleigh-style design is 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 would recommend purchasing an oval mattress instead of a standard UK size to avoid stretching the slats too far and causing discomfort to your baby. Our test subject had no issues with the cot, and thought it was an excellent buy.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is real luxurious. It is constructed of solid plywood slats, birch and is designed to last. It has the French style. It also complies with French safety standards and you can rest assured that your child will be in good hands. It is available in two stunning colours grey-green and off-white.

Our testers found it easy to put together, and that it looked the most luxurious of our selections. It's expensive, particularly 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

If you are looking for additional features to you, then this cot bed could be the best choice. It comes with a useful drawer for storage under the bed and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of the base to three different levels so that your child won't have to climb out when they get older.

This cot's only drawback is that it requires a mattress separately which could make the price go up more than other models we've reviewed. The beautiful 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 money. Our test subjects thought that this cot would be the perfect addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis Elementary is a great option for parents who want a chic modern frame that can stand the test of time. It's more expensive than other frames, but it comes with an accompanying changing table and wardrobe so you can furnish your nursery all at once. It's also simple to put together, and includes three mattress heights for your baby to grow into. It has teething rails and an adjustable drawer that slides underneath so you don't lose valuable floor space.

It's worth noting that you'll need a mattress separately for this crib bed, so make sure you budget for it. You can purchase a high quality mattress for less than PS100 and that's not too much of an cost. The only issue is that you may be unable to find an ideal fit due to the fact that the cot has an oval shape. However, there are plenty of different types of mattresses that will work for it.

Many parents opt for cots for their children due to the fact that they are affordable and provide a comfy sleeping space. They're generally suitable from the time your child is born until the time he is about four years old, but some convert to toddler beds with the purchase of an extension kit. cots 4 tots can find several of them on our list of options if you're looking for a cot bed that will last for a longer time.

The Wooden Cot Bed

One of our top cot beds, this gorgeous, solid-wood number is beautifully constructed and stylish. It has many other features, including an under bed drawer 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 be converted to a toddler bed with an conversion kit, available separately).

A teddy bear canopy as well as removable teething rails are also included. Our tester said the cot bed was simple to put together, especially since all pieces were clearly labeled and well packed. It's also small in size in comparison to other cots we tested and is a good option for smaller spaces.

It's not expensive at PS599, with the mattress included. It's an investment piece, and it can be used for more than one child. It looks beautiful in natural wood, but you can also get it in three Scandi-inspired colors. It can easily be converted into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides in place 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 choice for parents who are looking for a sleep solution that will last as long as they do. Our parent tester Becki stated that her Boori cot could last for three children. The cot has a traditional design that will suit most homes. It's made of sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with some useful features such as the teddy bear canopy as well as teething rails, and the option of purchasing a reflux wedge for added comfort for little ones.