When you're camping with your baby or visiting relatives getting a good night's rest is essential. Make sure you have the best cot bed to ensure that your child is secure and comfortable. They can (hopefully!) sleep easily.
With a slim aesthetic and a simple to assemble frame, this cot bed has all the marks of an excellent design. It can also be converted into a chic toddler bed.The Mamas and Papas Coxley
The Coxley the overall winner, is packed with features that adhere to an elegantly handcrafted style. It comes with three adjustable cot bases and can be transformed into an infant's bed. It will last your child for their first four years. It has two teething bars to soothe gums and stop them from chewing on the sides of the cot.
The Coxley comes in an entire nursery set that includes the stylish cotbed and a multi-purpose dresser/changer unit. It also comes with a double wardrobe. The dresser/change has an adjustable changing unit that can transform it from a convenient baby changing station into a sleek dresser. It can be filled with your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customised to match the style of your nursery.
A good cot should be able to last until your child is around four years old, but some come with the possibility of purchasing expansion packs that can extend their use to five or even 10 years. They are less expensive than buying a new mattress or cot.
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 other options and requires a standard-sized mattress which you'll have to buy separately. This is still worth a look, as it looks like a very sturdy and long-lasting design.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is a sleek and elegant choice that'll complement any nursery. It is a minimalist design that has a contemporary twist, featuring warm oak-like details and soft curves for a striking design that's sure loved by parents as well as the baby. The cot bed is made to last until your child is four years old, and can be converted to a toddler bed with a simple extension kit. The dresser that comes with it is an under-bed drawer, which is perfect for storing muslins and blankets as well as teething rails to keep your baby safe while they sleep.
This cot was rated as the most effective by our testers for its design, its ease of assembly, and also the Allen key that comes with it. It also received praise for its sturdy construction and premium feeling as it felt like a "real piece of investment" and was an elegant addition to any baby's nursery.
It's a bit more expensive than some of the other cot beds we've looked at however, it's still an affordable option that's worth the extra cost for its quality and durability. The sleigh design is striking and will make any room where your baby's centre of the attention! You can save money by buying extras such as a rail for teething and drawer. We recommend buying an oval mattress instead of a standard UK sized one, to prevent stretching the slats too far and causing discomfort for your baby. Apart from that, our tester didn't have any issues with this cot and said it was a fantastic buy.
The La Redoute Willox
This cot bed is a true luxury. It is constructed of solid plywood slats, birch and is designed to last. It has an ethereal French feel. It confirms to the French safety standards too, so you can be sure your little one will be safe and sound. It is available in two stunning colours grey-green and off-white.
Our test subjects found it simple to put together and believed it was the most luxurious design cot we've reviewed in our roundup. It's costly, especially since you have to buy 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 option if you're looking for additional features. It comes with a handy under-bed storage compartment and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of base to three different levels so that your child doesn't need to climb out of bed as they get older.
The only downside of this cot is that you will need to purchase a mattress separately which could increase the cost more than other models we've reviewed. The beautiful design as well as the ease of assembly and the ability to grow with your child are all appealing, making this cot worth the money. Our test subjects thought that this cot would be a lovely 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 options but it comes with matching changing table and wardrobe to outfit your nursery all at once. It's also easy to assemble and comes with three mattress height positions for your baby to develop into. It has teething rails and an adjustable drawer that slides beneath so that you don't lose valuable floor space.
It's worth noting that you'll need to buy an additional mattress for this crib bed, so make sure you budget for it. A quality mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. This isn't an enormous expense. 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, but there are plenty of different kinds of mattresses that can be suitable for it.
Many parents choose cot beds for their children due to the fact that they are affordable and provide a comfy sleeping area. They're generally appropriate 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. You'll find some of them in our list of options if you're looking for a cot mattress that will last for a longer time.
The Wooden Cotbed
This stunning solid-wood cot is elegant and well-designed. It also has a number of additional features, including an under bed drawer and three adjustable base levels. The cot is suitable for kids as young as four years old. age (though some of them will require conversion into a toddler bed with the conversion kit available separately).
The bed comes with a teddy bear canopy as well as removable teething bars. Our test subject said that the cot bed was simple to put together, particularly since all the pieces were clearly labeled and well packed. It's also smaller in size than other cots we tested, so it makes a good option for smaller rooms.
It's not cheap, at PS599 with the mattress included however, it's an investment piece that you could well use it for multiple babies. It looks stunning in natural wood, however you can also purchase it in three Scandi-inspired colors. It can be easily converted into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides up to ensure safety) and it can be converted into a daybed or sofa when your child is ready to let go of the bars.
It's a great option for parents who want an adjustable sleep solution that will last as long as is possible. our parent tester Becki says that her Boori cot has lasted through three children, so it does seem to stand the test of time. It's got a lovely traditional design that's suitable for all homes and is constructed from sustainable Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot comes with some useful accessories like a teddy-bear canopy, teething rails and the option to purchase an reflux wedge.
