The best cot beds (published here) For Your Little One

When you're camping with your baby or visiting family sleeping well is essential. Make sure you have the best cot bed to ensure your child is safe snug and cozy and can (hopefully!) sleep easily.

This cot bed is an excellent design. It has a sleek and minimalist appearance, and the frame is easy to assemble. It also converts into a stylish toddler bed.

The Mamas & Papas Coxley

The overall winner The Coxley is brimming with design features that follow an exquisitely designed and hand-crafted style. It comes with three adjustable base heights, and can be converted into a toddler bed, which will help your child through their first four years. It also comes with two rails for teething that help soothe gums and prevent them from chewing the cot sides.

The Coxley is available as a complete nursery set, which includes the stylish crib, multi-purpose dresser/changer and double wardrobe. The dresser/change features an easily removable changing unit that transforms from a convenient baby changing station into a sleek dresser. It can be filled with your child's most loved toys and keepsakes. The drawers are completely customizable, so you can match it to your nursery style.

A cot of good quality should last until your child is about four years old, but certain models offer the possibility of purchasing an expansion pack that can extend their use to five or even 10 years. They can be less expensive than buying a new cot or mattress.

When it comes to the most effective cot beds and cots to tots, the Coxley meets all the right boxes - it's well-made, easy to build and looks fantastic in any nursery. However, it is a little more expensive than some of the other options on our list and will require a standard sized mattress (which you'll need to purchase separately). It's still worth checking this out, though, because we think 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 blends minimalist design with a contemporary twist, featuring warm oak-effect details and soft curves for a standout look that's sure to be loved by both parents and baby. The cot bed was designed to be used until your child is four years old, and can be converted to a toddler bed by using a simple extension kit. The dresser that comes with it is an under-bed drawer, which is perfect to store blankets and muslins and teething rails to keep your little one safe 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 comes with. She also praised its sturdy construction and premium feeling, saying that it felt like a "real piece of investment" as well as a stylish accessory to any nursery.

It's a little more expensive than some of the other cribs we examined however, it's still an affordable alternative that's worth the extra money for its quality and longevity. The sleigh-style style is striking and will make your baby the centre of attention in any room! You can save money by purchasing the accessories like a teething rail and an organizer. We recommend buying an oval mattress instead of one of the standard UK size to avoid stretching the slats out and causing discomfort for your baby. In addition our test subject didn't experience any issues with the cot and stated it was a great buy.

The La Redoute Willox

As the name suggests, this cot bed is a symbol of luxurious. With solid wood slats and birch oak, it's designed to last and has a classic French feel to it. It is certified to French safety standards, so you can be certain that your child will be safe and sound. It's available in two stunning colours Grey-green and off-white.

Our test subjects found it simple to put together and believed it was the most elegant look cot we've seen in our round-up. It's costly, especially since you have to buy the mattress separately. If you're budget-conscious, there are cheaper options available.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed

If additional features are important for you, then this sale cot bed might be the ideal choice. It comes with an under-bed storage drawer and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of base to three different levels so that your child doesn't have to climb out of bed as they grow older.

The only downside to this cot is that it requires a separate mattress that can make the price go up more than other models we looked at. Its gorgeous design and ease of assembly as well as ability to adapt to your cheap baby cots for sale's needs are all appealing though, making it worth the purchase. Our test subjects liked this cot and believed it would make a wonderful accessory to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis Elementary is a great option for parents wanting a stylish modern frame that can stand the test of time. It's a bit more expensive than some of the other options we've seen, but it comes with an accompanying changing table and wardrobe which means you can outfit your nursery in one go. It's also easy to assemble, and has three mattress heights for your baby to grow into. It also comes with teething rails as well as an attractive drawer that slides under, so you don't have to lose precious floor space.

It's worth noting that you'll need an additional mattress for this crib bed, so make sure you budget for it. A high-quality mattress can be bought for less than PS100. It's not a huge cost. The only drawback is that you may have a difficult time finding an appropriate fit since the cot is an oval shape, but there are a variety of kinds of mattresses that be suitable for it.

A lot of parents opt for cot beds due to the fact that they are great value and provide your child with an enjoyable place to sleep. They're generally suitable from the moment your child is born until he is around four years old, but some convert to toddler beds with the purchase of an extension kit. We've included a few 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 top cot beds, this gorgeous solid-wood version is beautifully constructed and stylish. It also has a number of other features, such as a drawer under the bed and three adjustable base levels. The cot is suitable for children from 4 years old to age (though some will need to be converted to a toddler bed by using the conversion kit available separately).

A teddy bear canopy and teething rails that can be removed are also included. Our test participant said that this cot bed was simple to put together, especially since all the pieces were clearly labeled and well packed. It's also smaller in size than other cots offers we tried, so it makes the perfect choice for smaller rooms.

It is not inexpensive at PS599 with the mattress included. However, it is an investment piece, and it can be used for more than one baby. It's beautiful in natural wood, but it also comes in three Scandi inspired finishes. It can easily be converted into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides in place to ensure safety) and later into a sofa/daybed once your child is ready to let go of the bars.

This is an excellent choice for parents who are seeking a sleeping solution that will last for as long as their children do. Our test with parents Becki said her Boori cot lasted through three children. The cot has a traditional design that will suit most homes. It's made of sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot also comes with a few handy features such as a teddy bear-themed canopy and teething rails, plus there's the option of purchasing a reflux wedge to add comfort for little ones.