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Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals

When you're looking at cot beds for sale you need a product that's solid, safe and of an appropriate size. This handmade model checks all the boxes and our panel was impressed by its clever mix of white and natural pine.

This cot bed includes all the features you require, including a storage compartment as well as teething rails and two height settings. It is also simple to put together, and will look great in any baby nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The coxley cot-bed made by mamas and papas is packed with stunning design features, all following an exquisitely designed style. It's built to last and can easily be converted into a toddler bed and will surely be with your Baby Crib from newborn until they are four years old.

Its slightly tapered feet give it a contemporary take on the traditional cot. It comes with three mattress positions that can be adjusted to suit your baby's growing needs, and the lower base, which increases security. The cot also has an under-cot storage drawer and teething rails to safeguard your baby's gums as they get their first teeth.

Our parent tester Megan loved this cot bed. She said it was easy-to-assemble, looked beautiful and had many extra features including an useful storage drawer. She also liked the fact that it's gender neutral, so you can pass it on to future babies.

You'll also need to buy an additional mattress, since the cot beds don't always come with one. You'll want to choose a flat, firm mattress that is the right size for your baby. The best mattress for cots is made of foam, spring or coir, and must be inspected to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 552:1991+A1:2012.

The height of the cot should not exceed 55cm to prevent your child from climbing out. The distance between the bars should not be more than 6.5cm to ensure that your child's head won't get caught in the bars.

Stokke snuzkot

This dazzling cot, made by the Scandi company, adds a fun feel to the nursery. The slats with a color add a pop that will make your child feel comfortable. It's a perfect option for all nurseries and seamlessly blends with the rest of your design scheme, with the matching changing unit to tie everything together. This cot is available in two neutral colours - white and soft grey. It takes just an hour to put together, due to the clear instructions and screws that are separate.

This cot bed can grow with your child. You can add a junior extension kit that can take them up to the age of five. It's a top-quality option with a price tag that will be matched, but if you're looking to invest in an item of furniture for your nursery that will last, this is well worth considering.

It's suitable from birth and comes with three convenient mattress base heights so that you can put the mattress high to make it easier for your child to take out and in from. It's also made of durable materials and will fit a standard cot mattress up to 140cmx70cm. The design is modern and simple, with an elegant oval shape that will increase your baby's sense of security and safety. This is the smallest of cots on our list, but it offers plenty of room for your baby to sleep.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed

This is a great option for those who want an old-fashioned cot bed. It is made of dowels with rounded edges that give it a distinct look unlike other cot beds within this price range. It also provides extra comfort for your baby with three base heights to suit their requirements. This means you don't have to crouch to lift them from bed, which could save your back.

It's also a good option if you have a smaller nursery, a sloped ceiling or do not want to occupy too much floor space with your cot bed. Our deputy editor Heidi Scrimgeour says: "It's an eye-catching piece that occupies less space than you think from its design."

The curved sleigh design on the cot ends adds a touch elegance to any nursery. It can be used from birth until your child is around four years old and then converts to a junior bed by removing the side rails and lowering 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 access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

This stylish cot made by Obaby is the last option in our roundup. It's a sleigh style but doesn't have the bulky feel that is often associated with these kinds of beds. And it also comes with a drawer underneath that means you can keep everything your baby needs in reach.

This cot can grow with your child's. You can take off the side rails to transform it into a toddler bed and once they outgrow that you can also convert it into a useful daybed.

The cot bed is constructed of solid pine and has a stunning hand-carved design. The carvings on the ends flow beautifully into the curved rear side rail to differentiate it from other cot beds, creating an exquisite choice. The premium mattress can be lowered in two positions making it easy to put your baby in a position without needing to lean over. The teething rails guard the gums of your baby when they are teething.

The cot isn't cheap, but it is gorgeous and will be a hit with your family and friends when they come to visit. The instructions are simple to follow and come with helpful photos. If you're worried about your DIY skills, John Lewis provides an assembly service for an additional PS60. This includes fixing it to the wall, if required and then removing the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-style cot is an excellent option for parents who want their little one to grow into a piece furniture that they'll treasure. It's well-constructed and sturdy, so will last for a long time, plus it's easy to put together and adjust as your child grows. The tester liked the fact that there aren't any gaps around the edges of the cot so your baby won't fall out of bed.

It's also cleverly designed to convert into a toddler bed once your child is ready. It's as easy as removing the sides bars and solid ends using an Allen key and then it transforms into a beautiful traditional-style bed that can be a part of your child's bedroom for many years to come.

This cot looks expensive, however, Cheap cots it's actually very inexpensive. It was rated the top value cot-bed by our testers even though you require the mattress separately. It's also the quickest flatpack cot to put together and is labeled alphabetically, making it impossible to go wrong.

The main drawback of this crib is that you will need to purchase a mattress separately, which might be off-putting for some parents. It's important to remember that you'll need replace the mattress of your child at least once per month, and sometimes more often. So, this shouldn't be an issue. It's also made of natural wood so you can be confident about the purchase.

Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed

This good cribs Little Trading Company option provides a sturdy and stylish cot that is traditional in design. It is incredibly affordable. It is equipped with a space-saving changing table that snaps neatly onto the top of the cot for quick changing nappy. When baby is finished with this, it folds safely away underneath the cot. It can also be converted into a toddler bed when the time comes with three mattress sizes to choose from.

This cot is a long-lasting option, suitable for use up to the time your child is four years of age (or even longer if you buy the extra toddler bed conversion kit). The cot is made from sustainably sourced hardwood a blend between Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata in this case. It also has three mattress positions so that you can alter it to meet your child's evolving needs.

Parent tester Grace was impressed that the slatted sides were simple to clean and didn't have sharp edges that could be an issue for toddlers. It's also a great option for rooms with tiny spaces and ceilings that slope, as it takes up very little area, with only the side panel that separates the cot from the bedroom for your toddler.

The cot meets the high safety standards outlined by BS EN 716, and the assembly was easy thanks to the alphabetically-labelled parts and easy-to-follow instructions. A rocking frame that swivels and a teething rail are included as well as the option to add drawers under the bed to store more clothes, nappies and toys if you like.