The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

A comfortable night's rest is crucial whether you're camping or visiting your family. Make sure you invest in one of our top cot beds to ensure your little one is snug and safe (hopefully) sleeping comfortably.

This cot bed is a great design. It has a sleek and minimalist appearance, and the frame is simple to assemble. It can also be transformed into a chic toddler's bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

The overall winner is the Coxley is packed with features that reflect a beautifully hand-crafted aesthetic. It comes with three adjustable cot base heights, and can be converted into a toddler bed, so it will last your child through the first four years. It has two teething bars to soothe gums and stop them from chewing on sides of the cot.

The Coxley is the form of a complete nursery set which includes a chic cotbed as well as an all-purpose dresser/changer. It also includes double wardrobe. The dresser/change cabinet has an easily removable changing top that turns it from a handy baby changing station to an elegant dresser that could be filled with all your children's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be made to fit your nursery's style.

Some cots can last 10 years or more using expansion packs. These can be more affordable than buying a new mattress or cot.

The Coxley is a great option for cot beds. It's simple to put together and well-made, and looks stunning in any nursery. It's more expensive than the other options and requires a standard-sized mattress which you'll need to purchase separately. This is still worth a look it appears to be an extremely durable and long-lasting design.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is a elegant and stylish choice that'll fit in with any nursery. It has warm oak details, soft curves and a minimalist design. Parents and babies will love it. The cot bed can be used until your child is at the age of four and is easily converted to an infant bed with an easy extension kit. The dresser that comes with it has an under-bed drawer which is ideal for blankets and muslins. It also comes with teething rails so that your child will be secure while sleeping.

Our test subject found this cot to be the most effective out of all the cots we tested for its design and ease of assembly, with an Allen key included so you can get to work straight from the start. She also praised its strong construction and high-quality feel as it felt like it was a "real piece of investment" and was an attractive design for any nursery.

It's more expensive than other cribs we've seen however, the quality and durability make it worth the extra expense. The sleigh's design is stunning and will make any room where your Baby Crib's centre of attention! The useful extras, such as a useful drawer and teething rails, will also help you avoid the cost of purchasing separate furniture pieces when you're on a strict budget. We recommend buying an oval mattress instead of a standard UK size to avoid stretching the slats and causing discomfort for your baby. Our tester had no issues with the cot and deemed it an excellent buy.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is a absolute luxury. It's made of solid plywood slats, birch and is designed to last. It has the French look and feel. It also meets French safety standards and you can be at ease knowing that your child is in safe hands. We are awestruck by the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green colour.

Our testers found it easy to assemble and thought it was the most luxurious design cot we've reviewed in our roundup. However, it's costly - especially as you need to purchase a mattress separately - and If you're looking for a budget-friendly option, there are better alternatives there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed

This crib bed is a fantastic option for those looking for additional features. It comes with a handy under-bed storage drawer 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 when they grow older.

This cot's only drawback is that it requires a separate mattress, which can increase the cost even higher than other models we looked at. Its premium aesthetic, ease of assembly and capacity to grow with your child are all appealing though which makes it a worthy investment. Our test participants loved the cot and thought it would make a stunning accessory to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis Elementary is a great choice 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 matching wardrobe and changing table so you can outfit your nursery all at once. It's also easy to assemble, and comes with three mattress heights for your baby to develop into. It comes with teething rails and a drawer that slides neatly underneath so you don't lose valuable floor space.

You'll need to purchase an additional mattress if you want to use this cot bed. Therefore, make sure you budget your money accordingly. A high-quality mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. It's not a huge cost. It may be difficult to find a mattress that will fit the oval shape of the cot, however, there are many kinds that can be used.

Many parents opt for cots for their children as they are affordable and provide a comfy sleeping area. Most cot beds are suitable for children ranging from birth to around four years of age, but some may be converted 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 wish to make your cot bed last for a longer time.

The Wooden mini cotbed

This gorgeous solid-wood cot bed is elegant and well-designed. It has many other features, such as a drawer under the bed and three levels of base that can be adjusted. The crib sets is suitable for children from 4 years old to age (though some of them will need to be converted to a toddler bed by using the conversion kit available separately).

The bed comes with a teddy bear canopy and teething bars that can be removed. Our test participant said that the cot bed was simple to assemble, especially as all pieces were clearly labeled and well packed. It's also small in size when compared to other cots we tested and is a good option for smaller rooms.

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

It's a great option for parents who want an adjustable sleeping solution that lasts as long as possible - our parent tester Becki claims that her Boori cot has survived three children, so it does last the test of time. 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 comes with some useful extras like a teddy-bear canopy, teething rails and the option of purchasing a reflux wedge.