The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

A good night's sleep is essential whether you're camping or visiting relatives. Invest in one of our best cot bed sales beds to ensure your little one is snug, safe and (hopefully) sleeping comfortably.

This cot bed is a great design. It is slim and sleek and the frame is easy to assemble. It can also be converted into a stylish toddler's bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

The Coxley, our overall winner is packed with features that reflect an elegantly handcrafted aesthetic. It comes with three adjustable base heights, and can be converted into a toddler bed, so will see your child through their first four years. It also comes with two teething rails which help soothe gums and prevent them from chewing the cot sides.

The Coxley is available as the complete nursery set which includes a chic cotbed, multipurpose dresser/change unit and double wardrobe. The dresser/change comes with an easily removable changing unit that can transform it from a practical baby changing station into a sleek dresser. It can be filled with your child's favorite toys and keepsakes. The drawers are fully customisable and you can tailor the style of your nursery.

A cot of good quality should last until your child is about four years old. However, some offer the possibility of purchasing an expansion pack that can extend their use to five or even 10 years. It's worth looking out for these because they are less expensive than buying a brand new cot and mattress later on.

When it comes to the best cot bed cot beds, the Coxley is a great choice. It ticks all the right boxes - it's sturdy, easy to put together and looks stunning in any nursery. It is more expensive than the other options and requires a standard-sized mattress which you'll need to buy separately. It's definitely worth checking out, however, because we think it's well 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 go well with any nursery. It combines minimalist inspiration with a contemporary twist, featuring warm oak-like details and soft curves for a standout look that's sure to be loved by parents as well as baby. The crib bed can be used until your child is at the age of four, and can be easily converted into a toddler bed using a simple extension kit. The dresser that comes with it has a drawer underneath the bed that is perfect for blankets and muslins. It also has teething rails so that your child will be secure while sleeping.

Our tester found this cot to be the most effective out of all the cots 4 tots we evaluated for its design and ease of assembly, with an Allen key included so that you can start working right from the start. The tester also praised its sturdy design and premium feel, stating that it is a "real investment piece" as well as being a stylish addition to any nursery cots.

It's more expensive than the other cribs we've seen, but the quality and durability make it worth the extra cost. The sleigh's design is striking and will make any room where your baby's the center of attention! The nifty extras, including a useful drawer and teething rails, can also cut down on the expense of buying separate furniture pieces if you're on a tight budget. We suggest buying an oval mattress instead of one of the standard UK size one, to prevent stretching the slats and causing discomfort to your Baby Cot. Our tester had no problems with the cot and deemed it a great buy.

The La Redoute Willox

This cot bed is a absolute luxurious. It is constructed of solid slats of plywood and birch, and is designed to last. It has an ethereal French style. It also meets French safety standards and you can be sure that your child is in safe hands. It is available in two stunning colours: grey-green and off-white.

Our test subjects thought it was easy to assemble, and also that it looked most luxurious of our selections. However, it's costly - especially as you need to buy a mattress separately - and if you're on a budget there are better alternatives there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

If additional features are important for you then this cot bed might be the ideal option. It has a convenient under-bed storage space and teething rails. Plus, you can adjust the height of the base with three different settings so your child won't be forced to climb out when they're older.

The only downside to this cot is that it requires a separate mattress that can cause the price to go more than other models we've reviewed. The premium aesthetics as well as the ease of assembly and ability to grow along with your child are all appealing and make this cot worth the investment. Our test subjects thought that this cot would be an excellent addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis Elementary is a great choice for parents wanting a stylish, modern-looking frame that will endure the test of time. It's more expensive than the other options but it comes with an accompanying changing table and wardrobe to outfit your nursery all at once. It's also easy to put together, and has three mattress height positions for your baby to grow into. It also has teething rails and a drawer that neatly slips under so that you don't have to sacrifice floor space.

You'll need to buy a separate mattress if you would like to use this cot bed. Therefore, you should make sure you budget your money accordingly. You can find a decent quality mattress for less than PS100 and that's not too much of an expense. It might be difficult to find a mattress that fits the oval shape of the cot however, there are a variety of kinds that can be used.

Many parents choose cot beds as they are great value and provide your child with a comfortable place to sleep. The majority of cot beds are suitable for children from birth to about four years old age, but some can be converted into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. We've included a couple of these in our list, so you can look out for them if you would like your cot to last longer.

The Wooden Cotbed

One of our favourite cot beds, this gorgeous solid-wood version is beautifully constructed and elegant. It comes with a variety of additional features, including an under-bed drawer and three adjustable base levels. The cot can be used up to the age of four (though the majority of them will need be converted into a toddler bed by using a conversion kit, sold separately).

A teddy bear canopy and removable rails for teething are included. This cot bed was simple for Best cot Bed our test participant to put together. The pieces were clearly marked and well-packed. It's also smaller than some of the other cots we tested, so it makes a good option for smaller rooms.

It's not cheap, at PS599 with the mattress recommended included however, it's an investment piece and you could use it for multiple babies. It looks beautiful in natural wood, however it is also available in three Scandi-inspired colors. It can be converted into an infant's bed in a snap (leaving three sides up for security) and into an upholstered daybed when your child is ready to let go of the bars.

It's a great option for parents who are looking for an option for a flexible sleeping solution that lasts as long as possible - our parent tester Becki says that her Boori cot has been used by three children, which means it does seem to endure the test of time. It's a beautiful traditional design that will fit all homes and is constructed from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria and New Zealand Radiata wood. The cot comes with handy extras such as the teddy bear canopy teething rails, as well as the option to buy an reflux wedge.