The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
When you're camping with your baby or visiting relatives, a comfortable night's sleep is essential. Consider investing in one of our top cot beds, to ensure your baby is comfortable and safe (hopefully) sleeping comfortably.
This cot bed is an excellent design. It is slim and sleek, and the frame is easy to put together. It is also able to be transformed into a chic toddler's bed.
The Mamas and Papas Coxley
Our overall winner, the Coxley is packed with design features that adhere to an exquisitely hand-crafted look. It comes with three adjustable base heights and converts into a toddler bed so it will last your child through their first four years. It has two teething bars to soothe gums and stop them from chewing on the cot sides.
The Coxley comes as a complete nursery set that includes the stylish cotbed and a multipurpose dresser/changer unit. It also includes two wardrobes. The dresser/change unit comes with an adjustable changing top that can transform it from a handy baby changing station into an elegant dresser that can be filled with all your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized to match your nursery's style.
Some cots can last 10 years or more using expansion packs. It's worth keeping an eye out for these as they can be cheaper than buying a new mattress and cot later.
When it comes to the best cot beds and cots, the Coxley ticks all the right boxes. It's sturdy, easy to put together and looks great in any nursery. However, it's a little more expensive than the other options we've listed and will require a standard sized mattress (which you'll need to purchase 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 incredibly sturdy.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is a elegant and stylish choice that'll complement any nursery. It combines minimalist inspiration with contemporary flair, featuring warm oak-like details and soft curves for a striking style that's sure to be loved by parents and the baby. The crib bed can be used until your child reaches the age of four, and can be easily converted to a toddler bed 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 will be secure while sleeping.
This cot was rated as the top by our testers for its design, its ease of assembly, and the Allen key that is included. It also received praise for its sturdy construction and luxurious feel and said it felt like a "real piece of investment" and also an elegant accessory to any nursery.
It's more expensive than the other cot beds we've looked at, but it's still an affordable alternative that's worth the extra cost for its durability and quality. cot for sale is striking and will make any room in which your baby is the center of attention! You can save money by purchasing the extras such as a rail for teething and drawer. However, we would recommend buying an oval mattress than the standard size of a UK-sized one to avoid overstretching the slats and cause discomfort for your baby. Our tester had no issues with the cot, and deemed it an excellent purchase.
The La Redoute Willox
Like its name implies, this cot bed is a symbol of luxury. It's constructed of solid birch and plywood slats and is designed to last. It has the French look and feel. It complies with French safety standards too which means you can be certain that your child is safe and sound. We love the off-white finish, but it's also available in a stunning grey-green color.
Our test subjects thought it was easy to put together and that it looked the most luxurious in our roundup. However, it's expensive particularly since you have to purchase the mattress separately, and if you're on a budget there are more affordable alternatives there.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed
This crib bed is an excellent option if you're looking for additional features. It has an under-bed storage drawer and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of the base to three levels so that your child doesn't need to climb out when they get older.
The only drawback of this cot is that you will need to purchase a separate mattress which can make the cost rise even more than other models we've reviewed. Its premium aesthetic, ease of assembly and ability to adapt to your baby's needs are all appealing which makes it a worthy cost. Our test participants loved the cot and thought it would make a wonderful accessory to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis Elementary is a great choice for parents looking for a stylish contemporary frame that can endure the test of time. It's a bit more expensive than other options we've seen, but it comes with an accompanying changing table and wardrobe, which means you can outfit your nursery in one step. sale cot 's also easy to put together and comes with 3 mattress height positions so that your baby can develop into it. It also has teething rails as well as an attractive drawer that slides under to ensure that you don't need to sacrifice floor space.
You'll need to buy a separate mattress if you want to use this cot bed. Therefore, you should make sure you budget your money accordingly. You can find a decent mattress for less than PS100 which isn't an excessive cost. The only downside is that you might be unable to find an ideal fit due to the fact that the cot has an oval shape. However, there are a variety of types of mattresses that will fit perfectly.
A lot of parents opt for cot beds as they are great value and give your child an enjoyable place to sleep. They're generally suitable from the moment your child is born until he is around four years old. However, some convert to toddler beds with the purchase of an extension kit. We've included a few of these in our list so you can search out for them if you would like your cot to last even longer.
The Wooden Cot Bed
One of our favorite cot beds, this beautiful solid-wood version is beautifully constructed and elegant. It comes with a variety of other features, such as an under-bed drawer and three levels of base that can be adjusted. The cot can be used until the age of four years old (though the majority of them will need be converted into an infant bed using an conversion kit, available separately).
A teddy bear canopy and removable teething rails are included. Our test subject said that this cot bed was simple to assemble, especially as all pieces were clearly labeled and packed. It's also a bit smaller in comparison to other cots we tried, making it a good option for smaller rooms.
It's not cheap, costing PS599 with the recommended mattress included, but it feels like an investment piece and you could possibly make use of it for multiple babies. It's gorgeous in natural wood, but also comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. 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 lasts as long as they do. Our parent tester Becki said that her Boori cot could last for three children. The cot has a traditional design that will suit most homes. It is constructed from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot also includes a number of useful accessories including the teddy bear canopy as well as teething rails, and the option of buying a reflux wedge to add comfort for children.