20 Things You Need To Know About Cot Bed

The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

Whether you’re camping with baby or visiting relatives, a comfortable night’s sleep is crucial. Consider investing in one of our top cot beds to ensure your baby is comfortable 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 assemble. It can also transform into a chic toddler bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

The overall winner The Coxley is brimming with features that reflect an exquisitely hand-crafted look. It has three adjustable cot bases and can be converted into a toddler’s bed. It will last your child for the first four years. It also has two teething rails which aid in soothing gums and stop them from chewing on the cot sides.

The Coxley is available as the complete nursery set which includes a chic cotbed, a multi-purpose dresser/changer and double wardrobe. The dresser/change comes with an adjustable changing unit that transforms into a handy baby changing station into an elegant dresser. It can be filled with your child’s most loved toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be made to match the style of your nursery.

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

When it comes to the best cot beds and cots, the Coxley is a great choice. It ticks all the right boxes. It’s well-made, simple to put together and looks great in any nursery. However, it is somewhat more expensive than the other options we’ve listed and will require a standard mattress (which you’ll have to purchase separately). It’s still worth looking at, however it appears to be a very sturdy and durable design.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is a sleek and elegant choice that’ll complement any nursery. It features warm oak effect details, soft curves and an elegant design. Baby and parents will enjoy it. The cot bed can be used until your child is at the age of four, and can be easily transformed into an adult bed by using a simple extension kit. The matching dresser comes with a handy under-bed drawer, which is perfect to store blankets and muslins and teething rails to ensure your child is secure while they sleep.

Our test subject found this crib to be the Best Cot Bed of all the models we evaluated for its design and ease of assembly, with an Allen key included so you can start working right from the start. The tester also praised its sturdy construction and premium feel, noting that it feels like a “real investment piece” as well as being an attractive addition to any nursery.

It’s more expensive than other cot beds we’ve examined, but the quality and durability make it worth the extra expense. The sleigh’s design is striking and will make any room in which your baby is the center of the attention! The extras, like a handy drawer and teething rails can also cut down on the expense of buying separate furniture pieces when you’re on a strict budget. We would recommend purchasing an oval mattress instead of one of the standard UK sized one, to prevent stretching the slats and causing discomfort for your baby. Our test subject had no issues with the cot, and deemed it an excellent buy.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is absolute luxury. It’s constructed of solid plywood slats, birch and is built to last. It has a French style. It also meets French safety standards and you can rest at ease knowing that your child is in good hands. We love the off-white finish, but it’s also available in a stunning grey-green colour.

Our testers found it easy to put together, and that it looked the most luxurious in our roundup. However, it is expensive and you’ll need to purchase an additional mattress – and if you’re on a budget there are cheaper alternatives out there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

This crib bed is an excellent option if you’re looking for extra features. It comes with a handy under-bed storage compartment and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of the base by three different settings, so your child won’t have to climb out of the bed when they’re older.

The only downside to this cot is that it requires a mattress separately which could increase the cost more than other models we reviewed. The premium aesthetics and ease of assembly and ability to grow along with your child are all appealing and make this cot well worth the cost. Our testers thought this cot would make the perfect addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis Elementary is a great choice for parents wanting a stylish modern frame that can endure 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 furnish your nursery all at once. Plus, it’s easy to put together and comes with 3 mattress height positions so your baby can develop into it. It comes with teething rails and an elegantly arranged drawer that slides under the mattress to ensure you don’t waste valuable floor space.

It’s important to note that you’ll need a mattress separately for this cot bed, so make sure you budget for it. You can find a decent mattress of good quality for less than PS100 which isn’t an excessive cost. The only drawback is that you may have a difficult time finding an ideal fit due to the fact that the cot is an oval shape. However, there are many types of mattresses that will be suitable for it.

A lot of parents opt for cot beds because they are affordable and provide your child with an enjoyable place to sleep. They’re generally suitable from the time your child is born until the time he is about four years old, but some convert to toddler beds with the purchase of an extension kit. We’ve included a couple of these in our list and suggest you look for them if wish to make your cot bed last even longer.

The Wooden Cot Bed

This beautiful solid-wood cot bed is elegant and well-designed. It has many additional features, including an under bed drawer and three levels of base that can be adjusted. The cot is suitable for kids from 4 years old to age (though some may need to be converted to a toddler bed using an adapter kit that is sold separately).

There is a teddy-bear canopy and removable teething bars. Our tester said the cot bed was simple to put together, particularly since all the pieces were clearly labeled and well packed. It’s also a bit smaller when compared to other cots we tested, making it a good option for smaller spaces.

It’s not cheap at PS599 with the recommended mattress included, but it feels like an investment piece that you could well make use of it for multiple babies. It looks stunning in natural wood but it is also available in three Scandi-inspired colors. It can easily be 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.

This is a great choice for parents who are seeking a sleeping solution that lasts for as long as their children do. Our test with parents Becki said her Boori cot lasted through three children. The cot has a classic design that will suit most homes. It’s made of sustainably harvested Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with some useful features including the teddy bear canopy as well as teething rails, and the option of purchasing a reflux wedge for added comfort for little ones.