The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

A comfortable night's rest is important regardless of whether you're camping, or visiting family. Make sure you invest in one of our best cot beds, to ensure your child is secure and safe (hopefully) sleeping easily.

With a slim aesthetic and easy-to-assemble frame, this Cot Bed (via Lzdsxxb) has all the marks of a high-quality design. It also converts into a stylish toddler bed.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley

The Coxley is our top pick, is packed with features that reflect an elegantly handcrafted aesthetic. It comes with three adjustable cot bases and can be turned into an infant's bed. It will keep your child happy for the first four years. It also has two rails for teething that help soothe gums and prevent them from chewing the sides of the cot.

The Coxley is available in the complete nursery set that includes a stylish cotbed, a multi-purpose dresser/changer and double wardrobe. The dresser/change comes with an adjustable changing unit that transforms from a practical baby changing station to an elegant dresser. It can be filled with your child's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized to match your nursery's style.

A cot of good quality should be able to 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. It's worth keeping an eye out for these since they may be less expensive than buying a new mattress and Mini Cot Bed later.

When it comes to the best cot newborn cot beds and cots and tots, the Coxley ticks all the right boxes. It's well-made, simple to put together and looks stunning in any nursery. It is, however, slightly more expensive than some of the other options we've listed and will require a standard sized mattress (which you'll have to purchase separately). It's still worth checking this out, though, because we believe it's worth the money for a long-lasting design that looks extremely sturdy.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and stylish choice that will look great in any nursery. It has warm oak details soft curves, and a minimalist design. Parents and babies will enjoy it. The cot bed is designed to last until your child is four years old and converts into a toddler bed using a simple extension kit. The matching dresser comes with a handy under-bed drawer, which is perfect for storing muslins and blankets and teething rails to keep your little one safe as they sleep.

Our test subject found this rails. You can also adjust the height of the base by three different settings so that your child won't be forced to climb out of the bed when they're older.

The only downside to this cot is that it requires a separate mattress, which can make the price go up even higher than other models we've reviewed. The premium aesthetics, ease of assembly, and ability to grow along with your child are all attractive, making this cot worth the cost. Our test subjects loved this cot and thought it would be a beautiful addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis elementary is a great choice for parents looking for an elegant frame that lasts a long time. It's a bit more expensive than some of the other options we've looked at, but it includes an accompanying changing table and wardrobe which means you can outfit your nursery in one go. Plus, it's easy to set up and has three mattress height positions so your baby can develop into it. It has teething rails and an elegantly arranged drawer that slides underneath so you don't lose valuable floor space.

It's worth noting that you'll need to buy a separate mattress for this cot bed, so make sure to budget accordingly. You can get a good mattress of good quality for less than PS100 and that's not an excessive cost. 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 kinds of mattresses that can work for it.

Many parents choose cot beds because they are a great value and give your child a comfortable place to sleep. The majority of cot beds are suitable for children ranging from birth to around four years of age, however some can be converted into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. We've included a few of these in our list and suggest you look for them if want your cot bed to last for a longer time.

The Wooden Cot Bed

One of our top cot beds, this gorgeous solid-wood model is well designed and extremely elegant. It also has a number of handy extras like a drawer beneath that is handy as well as three adjustable base heights. The cot can be used until the age of four (though the majority of them will need be converted into an infant bed using an conversion kit, available separately).

A teddy bear canopy as well as removable teething rails are also included. Our test subject said that this cot bed was easy to put together, particularly since all the pieces were clearly labeled and well-packed. It's also smaller than other cots we tested and is the perfect choice for smaller rooms.

It's not cheap at PS599 with the mattress recommended included It's an investment piece tots and cots you could well make use of it for multiple babies. It's beautiful in natural wood but you can also purchase it in three Scandi-inspired colors. It transforms into an infant's bed in a snap (leaving three sides up for safety) and into a daybed/sofa when your baby is ready to let go of the bars.

It's a great choice for parents looking for an adjustable sleeping solution that lasts for as long as it can - our test with parents Becki says that her Boori cot has been used by three children, so it really seems to endure the test of time. It has a lovely, traditional style that'll suit all homes and is constructed from sustainable Australian Araucaria and New Zealand cot bed Radiata wood. The cot also comes with a few handy accessories such as a teddy bear-themed canopy and teething rails, and the option to purchase a reflux wedge to add comfort for babies.