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A restful night's sleep is essential whether you're camping or visiting relatives. Invest in one of our best cot beds to ensure your child is secure, safe and (hopefully) sleeping easily.

With a slim design and a simple 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 is our top pick is packed with features that reflect an elegantly handcrafted style. It comes with three adjustable base heights and converts into a toddler bed, so will see your child through the first four years. It also comes with two rails for teething which can soothe gums and keep them from chewing the cot sides.

The Coxley is available in a full nursery set, which includes a chic cotbed, a multi-purpose dresser/changer and a double wardrobe. The dresser/change has a removable changing unit that transforms it from a convenient baby changing station to a sleek 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.

Some cots can be extended to 10 years or more using expansion packs. It's worth looking out for these as they can be cheaper than buying a new mattress and cot later.

When it comes to the most effective cot beds and cots, the Coxley is a great choice. It ticks all the right boxes. It's well-made, simple to put together and looks great in any nursery. However, it is a little more expensive than some of the other options we've listed and will require a standard mattress (which you'll need to purchase separately). It's worth checking out, though, as we think it's well worth the cost for a long-lasting design that appears extremely durable.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and sleek option that will complement any nursery. It's got warm oak details, soft curves and an elegant design. Babies and parents will enjoy it. The cot bed is made to last until your child is four years old. It can be converted into a toddler bed using a simple extension kit. The coordinating dresser comes with an under-bed drawer that is ideal for storing muslins and blankets as well as teething rails to keep your baby secure while they sleep.

This cot was rated the best cots for newborns by our tester for its design, ease of assembly, and also 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 a stylish addition to any Baby Cot's nursery.

It's more expensive than some of the other cot sales beds we've looked at, but it's still an affordable option that's worth the extra cost for its durability and quality. The sleigh-style design is striking and will make your baby the centre of attention in any room! The useful extras, such as a useful drawer and teething rails can also cut down on the cost of purchasing separate furniture pieces when you're on a strict budget. We suggest buying an oval mattress instead of one of the standard UK sized one, to prevent stretching the slats too far and causing discomfort to your baby. Our tester had no other problems with the cot and thought it was an excellent purchase.

The La Redoute Willox

Like its name implies, this cot bed is a symbol of luxury. It is constructed of solid birch and plywood slats and is designed to last. It has an ethereal French style. It also complies with French safety standards, so you can rest assured that your child will be in good hands. We are awestruck by the off-white finish but it's also available in a stunning grey-green colour.

Our testers found it easy to put together and that it looked the most luxurious of our selections. However, it is expensive particularly since you have to purchase an additional mattress - and If you're looking for a budget-friendly option, there are better alternatives there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed

This cot bed is a great choice if you are seeking additional features. It has an under-bed storage drawer and teething rails. You can also adjust the height of the base with three different settings, so your child won't have to climb out of the bed when they're older.

The only downside of this crib is that you have to purchase a mattress separately - something that can push the price up even more than other models in our review. Its premium aesthetic, ease of assembly and ability to grow with your child are all appealing, making it worth the purchase. Our test subjects thought that this cot would be a lovely addition to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis Elementary is a good choice for parents who want a chic contemporary frame that can stand the test of time. It's a bit more costly than other options we've seen, but it includes an accompanying changing table and wardrobe, making it possible to furnish your nursery in one go. Plus, it's easy 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 an attractive drawer that slides underneath, so you don't have to sacrifice floor space.

It's worth noting that you'll have to purchase a mattress separately for this cot bed, so be sure you budget accordingly. A good mattress can be purchased for less than PS100. This isn't an expensive expense. It might be difficult to find a mattress that is suitable for the oval shape of the cot, however, there are many types that will fit.

Many parents choose cot beds for their children as they are inexpensive and provide a comfy sleeping area. The majority of cot beds are suitable for children ranging from birth to around four years of age, however some can be transformed into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. We've included a few of these in our list and suggest you look for them if want your cot bed to last even longer.

The Wooden Cot Bed

This gorgeous solid-wood cot bed is stylish and beautifully designed. It comes with a variety of other features, including a drawer under the bed and three adjustable base levels. 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 a conversion kit, sold separately).

The bed comes with a teddy bear canopy and teething bars that can be removed. This cot bed was simple for our test participant to put together. All the pieces were clearly marked and well-packed. It's also smaller than some of the other cots that we tested, so it makes the perfect choice for smaller rooms.

It's not cheap at PS599 and includes a mattress included. But it feels like an investment piece and you can use it for more than one child. It looks beautiful in natural wood, but you can also get it in three Scandi-inspired finishes. It converts to an infant's bed in a snap (leaving three sides open to ensure safety) and can be converted into a daybed/sofa when your baby is ready to let go of the bars.

It's an excellent choice for parents who are looking for an option for a flexible sleep solution that can last for as long as it can - our parent tester Becki says her Boori cot has been used by three children, which means it seems to endure the test of time. The cot is a classic design that's suitable for a variety of homes. It is constructed of sustainably harvested Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot sets comes with some useful extras like the teddy bear canopy teething rails, as well as the option of purchasing an reflux wedge.