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The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One A restful night's sleep is essential whether you're camping or visiting relatives. Make sure you invest in one of our top crib beds, so that your child is secure and safe (hopefully) sleeping easily. With a slim design and easy-to-assemble frame, this cot bed has all the marks of an excellent design. It can also be transformed into a chic toddler's bed. The Mamas and Papas Coxley The Coxley, our overall winner is packed with features that reflect an elegantly handcrafted aesthetic. It has three cot bases that can be adjusted and can be transformed into a toddler's bed. It will last your child for their first four years. It has two teething bars that soothe gums and prevent them from chewing on the cot sides. The Coxley is the form of a complete nursery set which includes the stylish cotbed and a multipurpose dresser/changer unit. It also comes with a double wardrobe. The dresser/change features an easily removable changing unit that can transform it from a convenient baby changing station to an elegant dresser. It can be filled with your child's favourite toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized, so you can match it to your nursery style. A cot of good quality should last until your child is around four years old. However certain models offer the option of purchasing expansion packs which extend their use up to five or even 10 years. It's worth looking out for these because they can be cheaper than purchasing a whole new mattress and cot later on. When it comes to the best cot beds and cots, the Coxley meets all the right boxes – it's well-made, simple to build and looks fantastic in any nursery. It is, however, slightly more expensive than the other options we've listed and will require a standard sized mattress (which you'll need to purchase separately). It's worth a look because it looks like an extremely durable and long-lasting design. The Silver Cross Westport The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and sleek option that will complement any nursery. It features warm oak effect details soft curves and a minimalist design. Parents and babies will enjoy it. The cot bed can be used until your child reaches the age of four. It can be easily converted to a toddler bed using an easy extension kit. The dresser that comes with it has a drawer underneath the bed that is perfect for blankets and muslins. It also comes with teething rails to ensure your child can be safe while sleeping. This cot was rated as the best by our tester for its design, its ease of assembly, and the Allen key that comes with it. She also praised its strong construction and premium feeling, saying that it felt like an “real piece of investment” as well as an attractive accessory to any nursery. It's more expensive than the other cot beds we looked at however, it's still an affordable option that's worth the extra money for its quality and durability. The sleigh-style design looks particularly attractive and will make your child the center of attention in any room! You can save money by buying extras such as a rail for teething and drawer. However, we would recommend buying an oval mattress than a standard UK-sized one to avoid stretching the slats and cause discomfort for your baby. Our tester had no other problems with the cot and thought it was an excellent purchase. The La Redoute Willox This cot bed is real luxurious. With solid birch oak and plywood slats made to last, it's designed to last and has an authentic French style. It complies with French safety standards too which means you can rest assured that your child is safe and sound. We love the off-white finish, but it's also available in a stunning grey-green color. Our test subjects thought it was easy to put together, and that it looked the most luxurious of our selections. It's costly, especially because you must purchase the mattress separately. If you're on budget, there are cheaper options available. The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed If extra features are important for you then this cot bed could be the ideal choice. It has a convenient under-bed storage area and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of the base with three different settings so your child doesn't have to climb out when they're older. The only drawback to this cot is that you need to purchase a mattress separately – something that can push the price up even more than other models in our review. Its stunning design, ease of assembly and capacity to grow with your baby are all appealing, making it worth the purchase. Our testers thought this cot would be an excellent addition to any nursery. The John Lewis Elementary The John Lewis elementary is a great option for parents looking for a stylish frame that will last a long time. It's a bit more costly than some of the other options we've looked at, but it includes a matching changing table and wardrobe so you can kit out your nursery in one go. It's also simple to put together and comes with three mattress heights for your baby to grow into. 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 to buy an additional mattress for this cot bed, so make sure to budget accordingly. A good mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. This is not a huge cost. It may be difficult to find a mattress that will fit the oval shape of the cot but there are many different kinds that are suitable for. Many parents opt for cots for their children because they are reasonably priced and provide a comfy sleeping area. They're generally appropriate from birth until your child is four years old. However, cribs beds can be converted into toddler beds with the purchase of an extension kit. You can find several of them on our list if you're looking for a cot bed that will last for a longer time. The Wooden Cotbed This stunning solid-wood cot is elegant and well-designed. It also has a number of nifty extras including an under-bed drawer that is handy and three heights that can be adjusted. The cot can be used until the age of 4 years old (though the majority of them will need be converted to an infant bed using an conversion kit, available separately). There is a teddy-bear canopy as well as removable teething bars. Our tester said this cot bed was easy to assemble, especially as all pieces were clearly labeled and well packed. It's also smaller than the other cots that we tested which makes it a good option for smaller rooms. It is not cheap at PS599 and includes a mattress included. It's an investment piece, and you can use it for more than one child. It's gorgeous in natural wood, but it also comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It converts to a toddler's bed easily (leaving three sides open for safety) and can be converted into an upholstered daybed when your child is ready to let go of the bars. This is an excellent choice for parents who are looking for a solution to sleeping that will last for as long as their children do. Our parent tester Becki said that her Boori cot was able to last through three children. The cot is a classic design that's suitable for a variety of homes. It's made of sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot comes with some handy extras such as a teddy-bear canopy, teething rails and the option of purchasing an reflux wedge.