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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

Whether you're camping with baby or visiting family, a comfortable night's sleep is vital. Invest in one of our top cot bed sales beds to ensure your little one is snug and safe (hopefully) sleeping comfortably.

This cot bed is an excellent design. It has a sleek and minimalist appearance and the frame is simple to put together. It can also be transformed into a stylish toddler's bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

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

The Coxley is available in a full nursery set, that includes a stylish crib, multi-purpose dresser/changer and double wardrobe. The dresser/change cabinet has a removable changing top that transforms it from a handy baby changing station into an elegant dresser that can be filled with your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be made to match the style of your nursery.

A cot of good quality should last until your child is about four years old. However, some come with the possibility of purchasing expansion packs which extend their use up to five or even 10 years. They can be less expensive than buying a brand new cot or mattress.

The Coxley is a great choice for cot beds. It's simple to put together and well-made, and looks stunning in any nursery. However, it's slightly more expensive than some of the other options we've listed and will require a standard mattress (which you'll need to buy separately). It's still worth a look, as it looks like an extremely durable and durable design.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and sleek choice that will go well with any nursery. It has warm oak details, soft curves and a minimalist design. Babies and parents will love it. The cot bed was designed to be used until your child is four years old, and can be converted to a toddler bed by using a simple extension kit. The coordinating dresser comes with a handy under-bed drawer that is ideal for storing muslins and blankets, as well as teething rails to keep your little one safe while they sleep.

Our test subject found this cot to be the most effective of the models we tested in terms of design and ease of assembly with an Allen key included so you can start working right from the start. She also praised the sturdy construction and premium feel, noting that it feels like it's a "real investment piece" and is an attractive design for any nursery.

It's more expensive than some of the other cot beds we've looked at however it's an affordable cots alternative that's worth the extra price for its quality and longevity. The sleigh's design is striking and will make any room in which your baby is the center of the attention! The useful extras, such as a handy drawer and teething rails, can also cut down on the cost of purchasing separate furniture pieces if you're on a tight budget. However, we would recommend buying an oval mattress than one of the standard sizes to avoid overstretching the slats and cause discomfort for your baby. Aside from this, our tester didn't have any issues with this cot and said it was a fantastic buy.

The La Redoute Willox

As the name suggests the cot bed is a symbol of luxurious. With solid lumber slats made of birch and plywood, it's designed to last and has an authentic French feel to it. It complies with French safety standards too which means you can be sure your child is safe and sound. We love the off-white finish, but it's also available in a stunning grey-green shade.

Our testers found it easy to assemble, and that it looked the most luxurious in our roundup. It is expensive, especially since you have to buy the mattress separately. If you're budget-conscious there are alternatives that are less expensive available.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren mini cotbed

If additional features are important for you then this cot bed is the ideal choice. It comes with a handy under-bed storage space and teething rails. You can also alter the height of base to three different levels so that your child won't have to climb out when they get older.

The only drawback to this crib is that you have to buy a mattress separately - something that can push the price up even more than other models in our review. Its premium aesthetic, ease of assembly and ability to grow with your baby are all appealing though which makes it a worthy purchase. Our testers 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 option for parents looking for a stylish modern frame that can stand the test of time. It's a bit more expensive than other options we've looked at, but it comes with an accompanying changing table and wardrobe, making it possible to furnish your nursery in one go. Additionally, it's simple to set up and has three positions for the mattress's height so that your baby will be able to grow into it. It comes with 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 have to purchase a mattress separately for this crib bed, so make sure you budget accordingly. A good mattress can be bought for less than PS100. This is not an enormous cost. The only issue is that you may be unable to find a good fit because the cot is an oval shape. However, there are many kinds of mattresses that can fit perfectly.

Many parents opt for cot beds for their children as they are affordable and offer a comfortable sleeping space. They're generally suitable from the moment your child is born until he is around four years old, although some can be converted into toddler beds with the purchase of an extension kit. We've included a few these in our list, so you can look out for them if you would like your cot to last for a longer time.

The Wooden Cotbed

One of our top cot beds, this stunning, solid-wood number is beautifully constructed and stylish. It also comes with a range of handy extras like a drawer beneath that is handy as well as three heights that can be adjusted. The cot can be used up to the age of four (though the majority of them will need be converted to an infant bed using a conversion kit, sold separately).

A teddy bear canopy and removable teething rails are included. The cot bed was simple for our test participant to put together. The pieces were clearly marked and well-packed. It's also a bit smaller compared to some of the other cots we looked at which makes it a great option for smaller spaces.

It's not cheap baby cots for sale at PS599 with the recommended mattress included however, it's an investment piece that you could utilize it for multiple children. It looks beautiful in natural wood, but it is also available in three Scandi-inspired colors. It can be easily converted into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides open to ensure safety) and later into a sofa/daybed once your child is ready to let go of the bars.

It's a great choice for parents who want an adjustable sleeping solution that lasts for as long as it can - our test with parents Becki claims that her Boori cot has lasted through three children, so it really seems to stand the test of time. The cot is a classic design that's suitable for a variety of homes. It is made of sustainably harvested Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with useful accessories like an teddy-bear canopy, teething rails and the option of purchasing an reflux wedge.