The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One
If you're camping with baby or visiting family sleeping well is essential. Choose the best cot bed to ensure that your child is secure snug and cozy and can (hopefully!) cot beds for sale easily.
This cot bed is an excellent design. It has a sleek and minimalist appearance and the frame is easy to put together. It can also be transformed into a chic toddler's bed.
The Mamas and Papas Coxley
The Coxley, our overall winner is loaded with features that reflect an elegantly handcrafted aesthetic. It comes with three adjustable base heights, and can be converted into a toddler bed which will help your child through the first four years. It has two teething bars to soothe gums and stop them from chewing on the cot sides.
The Coxley is available as a complete nursery set, which includes a chic crib, multi-purpose dresser/changer and double wardrobe. The dresser/change cabinet has a removable changing top that transforms it from a useful baby changing station into an elegant dresser that could be filled with your baby's favourite toys and treasures. The drawers can be customised to fit your nursery's style.
Some cots can be extended to 10 years or more by using expansion packs. It's worth looking out for these as they can be cheaper than purchasing a whole new mattress and cot later.
The Coxley is a fantastic choice for cot beds. It's simple to put together and is well-made. It looks fantastic in any nursery. It is more expensive than other models and requires a standard-sized mattress which you'll have to buy separately. It's still worth looking at, however, as it looks like it's a sturdy and long-lasting design.
The Silver Cross Westport
The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and sleek option that will go well with any nursery. It combines minimalist inspiration with a contemporary twist, featuring warm oak effect details and soft curves to create a stunning look that's sure to be loved by both parents and the baby. cheap cot bed was designed to last until your child reaches four years old. It can be converted to a toddler bed by using an easy extension kit. The coordinating dresser comes with a handy under-bed drawer, which is perfect for storing muslins and blankets as well as teething rails to keep your baby secure while they sleep.
Our tester found this cot to be the best of the models we tested in terms of design and ease of assembly, with an Allen key included so you can start working right immediately. It also received praise for its sturdy construction and luxurious feel and said it felt like a "real piece of investment" as well as an elegant design for any nursery.
It's a little more expensive than some of the other cot beds we looked at, but it's still an affordable option that's worth the extra money for its durability and quality. The sleigh-style design is attractive and will make your baby the center of attention in any room! You can save money by purchasing the additional items like a teething rail and drawer. However, we would recommend buying an oval mattress than a standard UK-sized one to avoid stretching the slats too much and creating discomfort for your baby. Our tester had no other issues with the cot and thought it was a great buy.
The La Redoute Willox
As its name suggests this bed is the epitome luxurious. With solid wood slats and birch oak, it's designed to last and has a classic French style. It confirms to the French safety standards and you can be sure your child will be safe and sound. It's available in two stunning colours Grey-green and off-white.
Our testers found it easy to put together and also that it looked most luxurious of our selections. However, it's costly particularly since you have to purchase a mattress separately - and If you're looking for a budget-friendly option, there are better alternatives there.
The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed
If extra features are important for you, then this cot bed could be the best choice. It comes with a handy under-bed storage space and teething rails. Plus, you can adjust the height of the base through three different settings, so your child doesn't have to climb out when they're older.
The only drawback of this crib is that you have to buy a mattress separately - something that can push the price up even more than other models we've reviewed. Its premium aesthetic and ease of assembly as well as capacity to grow with your baby are all appealing and make it a worthwhile purchase. Our test subjects thought that this cot would be the perfect addition to any nursery.
The John Lewis Elementary
The John Lewis Elementary is a great option for parents looking for a stylish, modern-looking frame that will last for a long time. It's a bit more costly than some of the other options we've seen but it includes an accompanying changing table and wardrobe, making it possible to furnish your nursery in one step. Plus, it's easy to set up and has three positions for the mattress's height so that your baby can develop into it. It has teething rails and an elegantly arranged drawer that slides under the mattress to ensure you don't waste valuable floor space.
You'll need to purchase an additional mattress if want to use this cot bed. So, plan your budget accordingly. You can find a decent quality mattress for less than PS100 which isn't too much of an additional expense. The only issue is that you may be unable to find an ideal fit due to the fact that the cot has an oval shape. However, there are many kinds of mattresses that be suitable for it.
Many parents choose cot beds for their children due to the fact that they are reasonably priced and offer a comfortable sleeping space. They're generally suitable from the moment your child is born until he is around four years old, although some convert into toddler beds by the purchase of an extension kit. You'll find a few of these in our list if you're searching for a cot mattress that lasts longer.
The Wooden Cotbed
One of our favourite cot beds, this beautiful solid-wood version is beautifully constructed and stylish. It comes with a variety of other features, including a drawer under the bed and three levels of base that can be adjusted. The cot can be used up to the age of four (though the majority of them will need be converted to a toddler bed with an conversion kit, available separately).
Included are a teddy-bear canopy as well as removable teething bars. Our tester said this cot bed was easy to put together, particularly since all pieces were clearly labeled and well packed. It's also smaller than other cots we tested and is an ideal choice for smaller rooms.
It's not cheap, costing PS599 with the mattress included, but it feels like an investment piece and you could well use it for multiple babies. It's gorgeous in natural wood, but it comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It can be easily converted into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides open to ensure safety) and later into a sofa/daybed once your child is ready to let go of the bars.
This is a great choice for parents seeking a sleeping solution that lasts for as long as their children do. Our test-run with parents Becki stated that her Boori cot lasted through 3 children. The cot has a traditional 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 useful features like a teddy bear canopy and teething rails, plus there's the option of buying a reflux wedge to add comfort for children.