The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

A restful night's sleep is crucial whether you're camping or visiting your family. Make sure you invest in one of our top cot beds, to ensure your child is secure and safe (hopefully) sleeping easily.

With a sleek and easy-to-assemble frame this cot bed bears all the marks of an excellent design. It can also be converted into a stylish toddler's bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

Our overall winner is the Coxley is brimming with features that reflect an exquisitely designed and hand-crafted style. It has three adjustable cot bases and can be transformed into an infant's bed. It will last your child for their first four years. It comes with two teething bars that soothe gums and prevent chewing on the cot sides.

The Coxley is available as a complete nursery set, that includes a stylish cotbed, a multi-purpose dresser/changer and a double wardrobe. The dresser/change unit comes with a removable changing top that can transform it from a useful baby changing station to an elegant dresser that can be filled with all your baby's favourite toys and treasures. The drawers can be customized and you can tailor it to the decor of your nursery.

Some cots can last 10 years or more by using expansion packs. It's worth keeping an eye out for these since they can be cheaper than purchasing a whole new mattress and cot later.

When it comes to the best cot beds that we have reviewed, the Coxley meets all the right boxes. It's well-made, simple to put together and looks stunning in any nursery. It is more expensive than the other options and requires a standard-sized mattress, which you will need to buy separately. It's still worth looking at, however because it looks like a very sturdy and durable design.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is a sleek and elegant choice that'll fit in with any nursery. It features warm oak effect details soft curves, and a minimalist design. Babies and parents will enjoy it. The crib bed can be used until your child reaches age of four. It can be easily converted to an adult bed by using an easy extension kit. The matching dresser comes with an under-bed drawer that's ideal to store blankets and muslins, as well as teething rails to ensure your child is safe as they sleep.

This cot was rated the most effective by our testers for its design, ease of assembly, and the Allen key that comes with it. She also praised the sturdy construction and premium feel, adding that it is an "real investment piece" and is a stylish addition to any nursery.

It's a bit more expensive than the other cot beds we looked at however, it's still an affordable alternative that's worth the 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 accessories like a rail for teething and a drawer. We would suggest purchasing an oval mattress rather than the standard size of a UK-sized one to avoid stretching the slats and potentially creating discomfort for your baby. Our tester had no problems with the cot and thought it was an excellent buy.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is true luxury. It is constructed of solid birch and plywood slats and is built to last. It has a French style. It confirms to the French safety standards too and you can rest assured that your child 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 looking cot in our round-up. It's expensive, particularly since you have to buy the mattress separately. If you're on budget there are alternatives that are less expensive available.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

If you are looking for additional features for you then this cot bed is the perfect choice. It has an under-bed storage drawer and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of base to three levels so that your child doesn't need to climb out of bed as they get older.

The only drawback of this cot is that it requires a separate mattress which could make the price go up even higher than other models we've reviewed. Its stunning design, ease of assembly and ability to grow with your baby are all appealing though and make it a worthwhile investment. Our test participants thought this cot would be a lovely addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis elementary is a great choice for parents looking for a sleek frame that will last a long time. It's more expensive than other frames however, it comes with a matching wardrobe and changing table to outfit your nursery in one go. Plus, it's easy to put together and comes with 3 mattress height positions so your baby will be able to grow into it. It has teething rails, and an elegantly arranged drawer that slides underneath so you don't lose valuable floor space.

It's important to note that you'll need a mattress separately for this cot bed, so be sure you budget for it. A good mattress can be bought for less than PS100. This isn't a huge cost. It can be difficult to find a mattress that fits the oval shape of the cot, however, there are many types that will fit.

Many parents opt for cot beds due to the fact that they are great value and offer your child an enjoyable place to sleep. Most cot beds are suitable for babies to about four years old age, but some may be transformed into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. You can find a few of these in our list if you're looking for a cot bed that lasts longer.

The Wooden Cot Bed

One of our favourite cot beds, this gorgeous solid-wood model is well designed and extremely elegant. It also has a number of other features, such as a drawer under the bed and three levels of base that can be adjusted. The crib is suitable for children up to four years of age (though some of them will require conversion to a toddler bed by using an adapter kit that is sold separately).

A teddy bear canopy and teething rails that can be removed are included. The cot bed was simple for our test participant to put together. All the pieces were clearly labeled and well-packed. It's also smaller than other cots we tested, so it makes a good option for smaller rooms.

It is not inexpensive at PS599, with the 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 it also comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It transforms into an infant's bed in a snap (leaving three sides up to ensure safety) and can be converted into a daybed/sofa when your baby is ready to go without bars.

It's an excellent choice for parents who want a versatile sleeping solution that lasts for as long as it can - our parent tester Becki says that her Boori cot has lasted through three children, so it really does seem to endure the test of time. It's got a lovely, traditional style that'll suit the majority of homes, and is constructed from sustainable sources of Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot comes with useful accessories like the teddy bear canopy teething rails, and the option of purchasing an reflux wedge.