10 Things We Love About Cot Beds

Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals

When it comes to cot beds for sale you need a product that's secure, durable and an appropriate size. This model is hand-crafted and ticks all the boxes, and our panel members loved its unique combination of white and natural pine.

This cot bed comes with all the extras you need such as a storage drawer teething rails, as well as two height positions. It's also simple to build and looks fantastic in any baby nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The coxley cot bed by mamas and papas is brimming with amazing design features, all following an exquisitely designed style. It is also constructed to last. It easily converts into a toddler's bed, and will see your child through from the time of birth until age four.

The slightly tapered feet make it a contemporary take on the traditional cot. It also comes with three adjustable mattress positions to suit your growing baby, and a lower base for more safety. The cot comes with a handy under-cot storage drawer, as well as teething rails to safeguard your baby's gums as they get their first teeth.

Megan, our parent tester, really liked this cot-bed. She said it was easy to put together, looked lovely and had lots of extra features including an excellent storage drawer. She also liked the fact that it was gender neutral, so she could give it to the next generation of babies.

You'll also have to purchase a mattress separately, as cot beds do not always include a mattress. You'll want to choose a flat, firm mattress that is the ideal size for your baby. The best cot mattress is made of springs, foam or coir. It must be inspected and certified in accordance with British safety standards BS A1:5852 or BS 1877-10/1997.

The cot itself should have a height limit of 55cm to ensure that your child won't be able to get out. The gap between the bars shouldn't exceed 6.5cm to prevent your child's head from becoming stuck.

Stokke snuzkot

This dazzling cot from the Scandi brand brings a fun style to the nursery with the slats coloured to add a pop of colour that'll make your little one feel at the home of their dreams. It's a perfect option for all nurseries and seamlessly blends into the rest of your design scheme, including a matching changing unit to make it all a bit more cohesive. This cot is available in two neutral colours that are soft grey and white. It takes only an hour to put together thanks to the clear directions and separate screws packs.

The cot bed can grow with your child. It comes with the option of a junior extension kit which will allow them to reach about age five. It's a premium choice with the price tag to match, but if planning to invest in an item of furniture for your nursery that will last, this is worth considering.

It's suitable from birth. The mattress can be positioned high to make it easy for your child. It's also made of durable materials and will fit a standard cot mattress that measure up to 140cm x 70cm. The design is simple and modern, with an elegant oval shape that will boost your baby's feelings of security and safety. This is the smallest cot in our list, but it still has plenty of space for your baby to sleep.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed

This is a great option to get a distinctive vintage-style cot bed. It features dowel slats that are rounded to create a look that is unique from other beds in this price range. It comes with three different heights of base for your baby to accommodate their requirements. This means you don't have to bend over to get them out of bed, which can ease your back.

This is also a great option for a nursery that is an insignificant size with a sloped ceiling or you don't want your cot bed to take up lots of floor space. Our Deputy Editor Heidi Scrimgeour says: "It's an eye-catching piece that occupies less space than you imagine from its appearance."

The curved sleigh detailing on the cot bed ends provide a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used from birth until around four years old and then converts to a junior bed by taking off the side rails and dropping the ends. It comes with a Finest 140cm x 70cm mattress and includes a large under drawer on runners and handles to make it easy to get access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

This elegant cot from Obaby is the final option in our roundup. It has a sleigh design but doesn't have the bulky feeling that you usually get from these kinds of beds. And it also comes with a drawer underneath that lets you keep all the baby necessities within easy reach.

One of the best things about this cot is that it will adapt with your child as they grow and change. You can remove the side rails to convert it into a toddler bed and after they've outgrown it, you can also convert it into a great crib daybed.

This cot bed features a stunning design that is hand-carved from solid pine. The carved edges flow into the curves of the side rails, creating a truly luxurious cot bed. The deluxe mattress base can be adjusted in two positions to make it easier to put your newborn down without bending. The teething rails protect your baby's gums while they are teething.

This cot is not expensive, but it's gorgeous and will be a hit with your family and friends when they visit. The instructions are easy to follow and include helpful photos. If you're worried about your DIY skills, John Lewis provides an assembly service that costs PS60. This includes fixing it to the wall, if necessary and removing the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-styled cot bed will be a wonderful choice for parents who wish to gift their child with something they can cherish. It's sturdy and well-made so will last for a long time. It's also simple to put together and adjust as your baby grows. The tester liked the fact that there aren't any gaps around the edges of the cot to ensure that your baby cot online won't fall from to bed.

It can also be converted into a bed for toddlers when your child is old enough. You just remove the side bars and solid ends using an Allen key and it converts into a lovely traditional-style bed that will be part of your child's bedroom for years to be.

Despite its stunning design, this cot is actually very affordable. It was rated the top price cot-bed we tested by our testers even though you have to purchase the mattress separately. It's also the quickest flatpack cot you can assemble and comes with every piece labeled alphabetically so you can't go wrong.

The main drawback to this cot is that you need to buy a separate mattress that could be uncomfortable for some parents. However, it's worth remembering that you'll likely have to replace your child's mattress at least every year, and often more often, so this isn't really something to worry about. It's also made of natural wood, so you'll be able to be confident about the purchase.

Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

A sturdy and stylish cot with a classic style This Good Little Trading Company option is great value for money. It is equipped with a space-saving changing table that snaps neatly onto the top rated cots of the cot for quick changing nappy. When baby's done with this, it tucks securely under the cot. It also converts into a toddler bed when the time is right with three mattress sizes to pick from.

This cot is an impressively durable choice, and is suitable for use up to the time your child is four years old (or even longer if you purchase the toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also constructed of sustainable hardwood - an amalgamation of Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata in this case. It also has three mattress bases so you can alter it to your child's growing needs.

Grace the tester, a parent loved the fact that the sides were slatted, and did not have sharp edges that could pose a threat to children. It's also a clever option for rooms with small or ceilings that slope, as it occupies a tiny area, with only the side panel that separates the cot from the toddler's bedroom.

The cot was designed to be in compliance with the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was easy due to the alphabetically labeled pieces and clear instructions. A rocking frame that swivels and a teething rail are included too, and you can add under-bed storage drawers to store more toys, nappies and clothes If you'd like.