The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

When you're camping with your baby or visiting relatives getting a good night's rest is crucial. Make sure you invest in one of our top cot beds, to ensure your baby is comfortable, safe and (hopefully) sleeping comfortably.

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

Mini Cot Bed and Papas Coxley

Our overall winner The Coxley is packed with features that reflect an exquisitely hand-crafted look. It features three cot bases that are adjustable and can be turned into an infant's bed. It will last your child for the first four years. It has two teething bars that relax gums and prevent them from chewing on cot sides.

The Coxley is an entire nursery set that includes the stylish cotbed and an all-purpose dresser/changer. It also comes with a double wardrobe. The dresser/change unit comes with an adjustable changing top that turns it from a handy baby changing station into a sleek dresser that can be filled with all your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized so you can match it to the decor of your nursery.

Some cots can last 10 years or more using expansion packs. It's worth looking out for these as they are less expensive than buying a brand new cot and mattress later on.

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 more expensive than the other options and requires a standard-sized mattress, which you will need to purchase separately. It's worth checking out, however, because we believe it's worth the cost for a durable design that looks incredibly sturdy.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and sleek option that will go well with any nursery. It has warm oak details soft curves and an elegant design. Baby and parents will love it. The crib bed can be used until your child reaches age of four, and can be easily transformed into an adult bed by using a simple extension kit. The matching dresser includes a drawer underneath the bed which is ideal for blankets and muslins. It also comes with teething rails so your child can be safe while sleeping.

Our test subject found this cot to be the best of the models we tested for its design and ease of assembly with an Allen key included so that you can start working right away. The tester also praised its sturdy construction and premium feel, stating that it is a "real investment piece" as well as being an attractive design for 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 is striking and will make your baby the center of attention in any room! You can save money by purchasing additional items like teething rails and a drawer. We would suggest buying an oval mattress than one of the standard sizes to avoid stretching the slats too much and causing your baby discomfort. Our tester had no issues with the cot and thought it was an excellent buy.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is a real luxury. With solid birch oak and plywood slats made to last, it's designed to last and has a genuine French look. It also complies with French safety standards, so you can rest at ease knowing that your child will be in safe hands. We are awestruck by the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green shade.

Our test subjects found it simple to put together and believed it was the most elegant design cot we've reviewed in our roundup. It's costly, especially because you must purchase the mattress separately. If you're looking to save money There are more affordable options available.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed

This crib bed is an excellent choice if you are looking for additional features. It comes with a handy under-bed storage area and teething rails. You can also alter the height of base to three different levels, so that your child doesn't need to climb out of bed as they grow older.

This cot's only drawback is that it requires a separate mattress that can make the price go up even higher than other models we reviewed. The stunning design as well as the ease of assembly and the ability to grow with your child are all appealing, making this cot worth the investment. Our test participants thought this cot would make an excellent addition to any nursery.


The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis elementary is a fantastic choice for parents who want a stylish frame that will last a long time. It's more expensive than the other options but it comes with an accompanying changing table and wardrobe so you can furnish your nursery in one go. Plus, it's easy to put together and comes with 3 mattress height positions so your baby can develop into it. It comes with teething rails and an adjustable drawer that slides underneath so you don't lose valuable floor space.

You'll have to purchase a separate mattress if you would like to use this cot bed. Therefore, you should think about your budget in advance. A quality mattress can be bought for less than PS100. This is not an expensive cost. It might be difficult to find a mattress that fits the oval shape of the cot however, there are many types that will fit.

Many parents choose to use cot beds because they are affordable and offer your child a comfortable place to sleep. They're generally suitable from the time your child is born until the time he is about four years old, but some convert into toddler beds with the purchase of an extension kit. We've included a couple of these in our list so you can search for them if wish to make your cot bed last for a longer time.

The Wooden Cotbed

One of our top cot beds, this beautiful solid-wood model is well designed and very stylish. It also comes with a variety of handy extras like a drawer beneath that is handy as well as three adjustable heights for the base. The cot is suitable for kids up to four years of age (though some may need to be converted to a toddler bed using an adapter kit that is sold separately).

There is a teddy-bear canopy as well as teething bars that can be removed. This cot bed was simple for our tester to assemble. The pieces were clearly marked and well-packed. It's also smaller than some of the other cots we tested and is a good option for smaller rooms.

It's not cheap at PS599 and includes a mattress included. It's an investment piece and it can be used for more than one child. It's beautiful in natural wood, but it comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It can easily be converted into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides open to ensure safety) and then into a sofa/daybed when your child is ready to let go of the bars.

It's a great choice for parents who want an option for a flexible sleeping solution that lasts for as long as it can - our parent tester Becki claims that her Boori cot has been used by three children, so it really does seem to stand the test of time. The cot is a classic design that will suit most homes. It is made of sustainably harvested Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot includes a number of useful extras like a teddy bear-themed canopy and teething rails. There's also the option of buying an reflux wedge to provide comfort for babies.