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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
If you're camping with baby or visiting relatives sleeping well is crucial. Make sure you have the best baby cots cot bed to ensure that your child is secure, snug and can (hopefully!) sleep easily.
This crib bed is a fantastic design. It has a sleek and minimalist appearance, and the frame is simple to put together. It is also able to be transformed into a stylish toddler's bed.
The Mamas & Papas Coxley
The overall winner, the Coxley is packed with features that reflect a beautifully hand-crafted aesthetic. It has 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 relax gums and prevent them from chewing on sides of the cot.
The Coxley comes as an entire nursery set that includes a stylish cotbed as well as a multi-purpose dresser/changer unit. It also includes double wardrobe. The dresser/change comes with an easily removable changing unit that transforms it from a convenient baby changing station to a stylish dresser. It can be filled with your child's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers are completely customizable so you can match it to your nursery style.
Some cots can be extended for 10 years or more using expansion packs. These can be more affordable than buying a new cot or mattress.
The Coxley is a great option for cot beds. It's easy to assemble and well-made, and looks stunning in any nursery. It is, however, somewhat more expensive than the other options we've listed and will require a standard mattress (which you'll need to purchase separately). It's still worth checking this out, however, because we believe it's worth the cost for a long-lasting design that looks incredibly sturdy.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is a elegant and sleek choice that will fit in with any nursery. It's got warm oak details soft curves, and an elegant design. Parents and babies will enjoy it. The cot bed can be used until your child is at the age of four. It can be easily converted into an infant bed with an easy extension kit. The matching dresser comes with a handy under-bed drawer that is ideal for storing muslins and blankets and teething rails to ensure your child is secure while they sleep.
This cot was rated as the most effective by our testers for its design, its ease of assembly and the Allen key that is included. She also praised its strong construction and high-quality feel and said it felt like a "real piece of investment" as well as an attractive addition to any baby's nursery.
It's a bit more expensive than the other cribs we examined, but it's still an affordable alternative that's worth the extra price for its quality and durability. The sleigh design is striking and will make any room your baby's centre of the attention! You can save money by purchasing the extras such as teething rails and a drawer. We recommend buying an oval mattress instead of one of the standard UK size one, to avoid stretching the slats out and causing discomfort for your baby. Apart from that our test-bearer didn't have any issues with the cot and stated it was a great buy.
The La Redoute Willox
Like its name implies this bed is the epitome luxury. With solid wood slats and birch oak, it's designed to last and has an authentic French feel to it. It also complies with French safety standards, so you can rest assured that your child will be in good hands. It's available in two stunning colours Grey-green and off-white.
Our testers found it easy to put together and believed it was the most luxurious design cot we've reviewed in our roundup. However, it's expensive - especially as you need to buy a mattress separately - and when you're on a tight budget, there are cheaper alternatives out there.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed
This cot bed is a great option for those looking for extra features. It comes with a handy under-bed storage drawer and teething rails. Additionally, you can alter the height of the base through three different settings so your child doesn't have to climb out of the bed when they're older.
This cot's only drawback is that it requires a separate mattress which could increase the cost even higher than other models we reviewed. Its gorgeous design, ease of assembly and capacity to adapt to your baby's needs are all appealing though, making it worth the cost. Our test subjects thought that this cot would make a lovely addition to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis elementary is a fantastic choice for parents who want a sleek frame that will last a long time. It's a bit more costly than other options we've seen, but it includes an accompanying changing table and wardrobe, so you can kit out your nursery in one step. Additionally, it's simple to assemble and has 3 positions for the mattress's height so that your baby can grow into it. It also comes with teething rails as well as a drawer that neatly slips under so that you don't have to lose precious floor space.
It's worth noting that you'll need a mattress separately for this crib sets bed, so make sure to budget accordingly. You can find a decent mattress of good quality for less than PS100, so it's not too much of an cost. The only downside is that you might find it tricky to get an ideal fit due to the fact that the small cot beds has an oval shape. However, there are a variety of types of mattresses that will fit perfectly.
Many parents opt for cots for their children due to the fact that they are affordable and provide a comfy sleeping area. Most cot beds are suitable for babies to around four years of age, but some may be transformed into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. You can find some of them in our list if you're searching for a cot mattress that lasts longer.
The Wooden Cotbed
This gorgeous solid-wood cot bed is stylish and beautifully designed. It also has a number of other features, including a drawer under the bed and three adjustable base levels. The cot can be used until the age of four years old (though the majority of them will need be converted into a toddler bed with a conversion kit, sold separately).
Included are a teddy-bear canopy and removable teething bars. Our test participant said that this mini cot beds bed was easy to assemble, especially as all the pieces were clearly labeled and packed. It's also smaller than some of the other cots we tested, so it makes an ideal choice for smaller rooms.
It is not cheap at PS599 with the mattress included. However, it is an investment piece and it can be used for more than one child. It's beautiful in natural wood but it is also available in three Scandi-inspired finishes. It can easily be converted into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides in place to ensure safety) and it can be converted into a daybed or sofa when your child is ready to let go of the bars.
It's a great choice for parents looking for an adjustable sleep solution that can last as long as is possible. our test with parents Becki says that her Boori cot has lasted through three children, so it really does seem to stand the test of time. The cot is a classic design that will suit most homes. It is constructed of sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot includes a number of useful accessories such as the teddy bear canopy as well as teething rails, and the option of purchasing a reflux wedge to add comfort for little ones.