The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

A restful night's sleep is essential, whether you're camping or visiting your family. Consider investing in one of our best cots for newborns cot beds, to ensure your little one is snug, safe and (hopefully) sleeping comfortably.

This cot bed is an excellent design. It has a slim aesthetic and the frame is simple to put together. It can also be converted into a stylish toddler bed.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley

The Coxley, our overall winner is loaded with features that reflect an elegantly handcrafted aesthetic. It comes with three adjustable cot base heights, and can be converted into a toddler bed so will see your child through their first four years. It comes with two teething bars that soothe gums and stop them from chewing on the cot sides.

The Coxley is available as a complete nursery cots set, which includes the stylish cotbed, a multi-purpose dresser/changer and a double wardrobe. The dresser/change cabinet has an easily removable changing top that turns it from a useful baby changing station into an elegant dresser that could be filled with all of your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers are fully customisable, so you can match it to the decor of your nursery cots.

Some cots can last 10 years or more with expansion packs. It's worth looking out for these since they are less expensive than buying a brand new mattress and cot later.

The Coxley is a fantastic choice for cot beds. It's easy to assemble, well-made and looks great in any nursery. It's more expensive than the other options and requires a standard-sized mattress which you'll have to buy separately. It's definitely worth checking out, though, as we think it's worth the cost for a long-lasting design that appears extremely durable.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and stylish choice that will go well with any nursery. It combines minimalist inspiration with a contemporary twist, featuring warm oak effect details and soft curves to create a stunning look that's sure to be loved by parents and baby. The cot bed can be used until your child reaches the age of four and is easily converted to an infant bed with a simple extension kit. The matching dresser includes an under-bed drawer that is perfect for blankets and muslins. It also has teething rails so your child is safe sleeping.

Our tester found this crib to be the best baby cots [check out this site] of the models we tested in terms of design and ease of assembly, with an Allen key included so you can begin working right from the start. She also praised the solid design and premium feel, stating that it feels like a "real investment piece" as well as being an elegant addition to any nursery.

It's a little more expensive than the other cot beds we looked at however, it's still an affordable alternative that's worth the extra price for its durability and quality. The sleigh-style style is striking and will make your baby the center of attention in any room! You can save money by purchasing the accessories like teething rails and drawer. We suggest buying an oval mattress instead of a standard UK sized one, to avoid stretching the slats out and causing discomfort for your baby. Our test subject had no issues with the cot and thought it was an excellent purchase.

The La Redoute Willox

Like its name implies this bed is a symbol of luxurious. It's made of solid slats of plywood and birch, and is built to last. It has an ethereal French feel. It complies with French safety standards, so you can be certain that your child will be 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 put together and that it appeared to be the most luxurious in our roundup. However, it's costly - especially as you need to buy the mattress separately, and when you're on a tight budget, there are cheaper alternatives out there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed

If extra features are important for you, then this cot bed is the ideal option. It has a handy under-bed storage drawer and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of base to three levels so that your child won't have to climb out when they get older.

The only drawback to this cot is that you need to buy a mattress separately which can push the price up even more than other models in our review. The beautiful design as well as the ease of assembly and the ability to grow with your child are all appealing and make this cot worth the money. Our testers loved this 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 wanting a stylish modern frame that can stand the test of time. It's more expensive than the other options but it comes with an accompanying changing table and wardrobe so you can outfit your nursery in one go. It's also easy to put together and comes with 3 mattress height positions so that your baby can develop into it. It also comes with teething rails as well as an attractive drawer that slides underneath to ensure that you don't need to lose precious floor space.

You'll need to purchase a separate mattress if you would like to use this cot bed. So, think about your budget in advance. A high-quality mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. This is not an expensive expense. The only downside is that you may be unable to find an appropriate fit since the cot has an oval shape, however there are many types of mattresses that will be suitable for it.

A lot of parents choose to use cot beds due to the fact that they are affordable and offer your child an enjoyable place to sleep. The majority of cot beds are suitable for children ranging from birth to around four years of age, but some can be transformed into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. We've included a few of these in our list, so you can look for them if would like your cot to last for a longer time.

The Wooden Cotbed

This gorgeous solid-wood cot bed is elegant and well-designed. It also has a number of additional features, including an under bed drawer and three levels of base that can be adjusted. The cot can be used until the age of 4 years old (though the majority of them will need to be converted into an infant bed using an conversion kit, available separately).

There is a teddy-bear canopy as well as teething bars that can be removed. This cot bed was simple for our tester to assemble. The pieces were clearly marked and well-packed. It's also smaller in size than the other cots we tried which makes it the perfect choice for smaller rooms.

It's not cheap, at PS599 with the mattress included however, it's an investment piece and you could make use of it for multiple babies. It's gorgeous in natural wood, but it comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It is easily transformed 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.

This is a great option for parents who are looking for a solution to sleeping that lasts for as long as their children do. Our parent tester Becki stated that her Boori cot was able to last through 3 children. It's got a lovely, traditional style that'll suit all homes and is made of sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot also comes with a few handy extras like a teddy bear canopy and teething rails, and the option of purchasing a reflux wedge for added comfort for babies.