The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
If you're camping with baby or visiting relatives getting a good night's rest is vital. Make sure you invest in one of our best cot beds, to ensure your child is secure and safe (hopefully) sleeping easily.
This cot bed is an excellent design. It has a slim aesthetic and the frame is simple to assemble. It can also transform into a chic toddler bed.
The Mamas & Papas Coxley
The Coxley is our top pick is packed with features that adhere to an elegantly designed and handcrafted look. It comes with three cot bases that are adjustable and can be converted into an infant's bed. This will last your child for the first four years. It also comes with two rails for teething that can soothe gums and keep them from chewing on the sides of the cot.
The Coxley comes as the form of a complete nursery set which includes the stylish cotbed and a multi-purpose dresser/changer unit. It also comes with two wardrobes. The dresser/change unit has an easily removable changing top that transforms it into a convenient baby changing station to a sleek dresser that can be filled with your children's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be made to fit your nursery's style.
A good cot should be able to last until your child reaches four years old. However, some offer the possibility of purchasing expansion packs which extend their use up to five or even 10 years. It's worth looking out for these as they are less expensive than buying a new mattress and cot later.
When it comes to the best cot beds that we have reviewed, 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 models and requires a standard-sized mattress, which you will need to buy separately. It's still worth a look because it looks like an extremely durable and durable design.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is a elegant and sleek choice that will fit in with any nursery. It is a minimalist design that has modern twists, with warm oak-like details and soft curves for a standout design that's sure loved by both parents and the baby. The cot bed is made to last until your child is four years old and converts to a toddler bed by using a simple extension kit. The matching dresser comes with an under-bed drawer that is ideal for storing muslins and blankets and teething rails to ensure your child is secure while they sleep.
This cot was rated as the best by our tester for its design, ease of assembly, and the Allen key that is included. She also praised the sturdy construction and premium feel, noting that it is an "real investment piece" and is a stylish addition to any 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 price for its quality and longevity. The sleigh-style design is attractive and will make your baby the center of attention in any room! You can save money by purchasing the additional items like a rail for teething and drawer. We would suggest purchasing an oval mattress rather than one of the standard sizes to avoid stretching the slats and potentially causing your baby discomfort. Our test subject had no problems with the cot and thought it was an excellent buy.
The La Redoute Willox
This cot bed is a true luxurious. With solid lumber slats made of birch and plywood made to last, it's designed to last and has a classic French style. It confirms to the French safety standards too which means you can be certain that your child will be safe and sound. It is available in two stunning colors grey-green and off-white.
Our test subjects thought it was easy to put together, and that it appeared to be the 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
This crib bed is an excellent option for those seeking additional features. It has an under-bed storage drawer and teething rails. You can also alter the height of the base to three different levels, so that your child doesn't need to climb out when they get older.
The only drawback to this cot is that you will need to purchase a separate mattress - something that can increase the cost more than other models in our review. Its stunning design as well as its ease of assembly and capacity to adapt to your baby's needs are all appealing though which makes it a worthy purchase. Our test subjects loved this cot and thought it would make a stunning addition to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis elementary is a great option for parents looking for a stylish frame that lasts a long time. It's more expensive than other options we've seen but it includes an accompanying changing table and wardrobe, making it possible to furnish your nursery in one step. Plus, reference to put together and comes with 3 mattress height positions so that your baby can develop into it. It has teething rails and an adjustable drawer that slides underneath so you don't lose valuable floor space.
You'll need to purchase an additional mattress if want to use this cot bed. Therefore, you should think about your budget in advance. You can find a decent mattress for less than PS100, so it's not too much of an additional cost. It may be difficult to find a mattress that is suitable for 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 great value and offer your child an enjoyable place to sleep. The majority of cot beds are suitable for children from birth to about four years old age, however some can be converted into toddler beds by purchasing 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 elegant and beautifully designed. It also has a number of nifty extras including a drawer beneath that is handy as well as three adjustable heights for the base. The cot can be used until the age of four (though the majority of them will need be converted into a toddler bed with a conversion kit, sold separately).
Included are a teddy-bear canopy and teething bars that can be removed. Our test subject said that this cot bed was simple to put together, especially since all the pieces were clearly labeled and packed. It's also small in size in comparison to other cots we tried and is a good option for smaller rooms.
It's not cheap, at PS599 with the recommended mattress included It's an investment piece that you could possibly utilize it for multiple children. It's beautiful in natural wood, but also comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It converts to a toddler's bed easily (leaving three sides up for safety) and can be converted into a daybed/sofa once your child is ready to leave the bars behind.
This is an excellent choice for parents looking for a solution to sleeping that lasts for as long as their children do. Our test with parents Becki stated that her Boori cot lasted through 3 children. The cot has a traditional style that is suitable for most homes. It is made of sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with some handy extras such as a teddy-bear canopy teething rails, and the option to buy the reflux wedge.