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Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals

When it comes to cot beds for sale (simply click for source), you want something that's secure, durable and a good cribs size. This model is made by hand and it ticks all the boxes. Our panel loved the combination of pine and white.

This cot bed comes with all the extras you need, such as storage compartments as well as teething rails and two height settings. It's also easy to put together and looks great in any nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The coxley cot bed by mamas and papas is packed with amazing design features, all following an artistically designed aesthetic. It is also built to last. It converts seamlessly into a toddler's bed and will see your child from birth until the age of four.

Its slightly tapered feet give it a modern version of the traditional cot. It also comes with three adjustable mattress positions to accommodate your growing baby and an lower base for extra security. The cot also has an under-cot storage draw and teething rails that can help protect your baby's gums when they start to get their first teeth.

Megan Our parent tester, really liked this cot-bed. It was easy to put together it was beautiful, and looked gorgeous. It also had many other features like a useful storage drawer. She also liked that it was gender neutral and she could give it to future babies.

You'll also need to buy an additional mattress, since the cot beds don't always include a mattress. You should choose a firm, flat mattress that is the perfect size for your baby. The best cot mattress is made from 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 must have a height limit of 55cm so that your child won't be able to climb out. The distance between the bars shouldn't be more than 6.5cm to ensure that your child's head won't be trapped within the bars.

Stokke snuzkot

This dazzling cot from the Scandi brand brings a fun style to the nursery with the slats that are coloured adding the right amount of color to make your child feel at home. It's a perfect fit for most nurseries and seamlessly blends with the rest of your design scheme, including the matching changing unit to tie it all together. This cot comes in two neutral shades - white or soft grey and it takes less than an hour to put together with the clear instructions and separate screws that will help you.

This cot bed will grow with your child, with the option of an extension kit for juniors that can allow them to grow up to about age five. It's a top-quality option with a price tag to match, but if you're planning to invest in a piece of nursery furniture that will last, this is worth considering.

It's suitable for babies and comes with three convenient mattress base heights so that you can set it up with the mattress up high to make it easier for your child to take out and in from. It's also built to last and can be used with standard cot mattresses that measure up to 140cm 70cm. The design is modern and simple and features an oval shape that'll increase your baby's sense of safety and security. It's the smallest cot on our list but it has plenty of room for your baby to sleep in.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed

This is a great option for those who want an old-fashioned cot. It has rounded dowels that give it a distinct look that is different from other cot beds in this price range. It also offers extra convenience for your child with three base heights to suit their needs. This means that you won't have to bend over to get them out of bed, which can ease your back.

It's also a good option when you have a smaller nursery, with a sloped ceiling or do not want to occupy more floor space with your crib bed. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor says: "It is a statement piece and occupies less space than you would think."

The curved sleigh detailing on the cot bed ends provide a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used from the time your child is approximately four years old. It it can be converted into a junior bed by simply taking the side rails off and lower the ends. It comes with a 140cm x70cm premium mattress as well as a large under-drawer on the handles and runners to make it easy to access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

The last cot we'll be discussing is this elegant alternative from Obaby. It's a sleigh style but doesn't have that bulky feeling that you usually get from these types of beds and it also comes with a handy drawer underneath which lets you keep all the baby essentials in reach.

One of the great crib things about this cot is the fact that it can change with your child as they change and grow. You can remove the rails and transform it into a toddler bed. Once they've grown out of that, you can turn it into a useful daybed.

This cot bed has a stunning design that is hand-carved from solid pine. The carved ends are incorporated into the curved side rails to create an extremely luxurious cot bed. The luxurious base mattress can be lowered in two positions, making it easier to position your baby without having to bend over. It also comes with teething rails to safeguard the delicate gums of your baby during their period of teething.

Despite the fact that it is quite costly it's a stunning cot that is sure to impress your friends and family when they come to visit. It's easy to put together and the instructions are clear and include useful pictures. However, if you're worried about your own DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for PS60 that includes fixing it to the wall when required and disposing of all the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-style cot bed is a smart choice for parents who wish for their little one to grow into a piece of furniture they will cherish. It is sturdy and well-made which means it will last a long time. It's also easy to assemble and change as your child grows. Our test subject found it especially helpful that the cot does not have any gaps at the edges so your baby will not be thrown out of the bed.

It's also cleverly designed to convert into a toddler bed when your child is ready. With an Allen key you can remove the side bars and solid end pieces to turn it into a traditional-style bed. It will stay in your child's room for a long time.

The cot appears expensive, however, it's actually very inexpensive. Our tester called it the best value cot bed she's tested particularly since you need to buy an additional mattress. It's also the most simple flatpack cot to assemble and comes with every piece labeled alphabetically, so you won't get wrong.

The main drawback to this crib is that you will need to buy a separate mattress, which might be off-putting for some parents. However, it's worth remembering that you'll likely need to replace the mattress of your child at least once a year, and sometimes more often and this shouldn't be something to worry about. It's also made of natural wood, so you can be confident about the purchase.

Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

This Good Little Trading Company option offers a stylish and sturdy cot that is traditional in design. It is incredibly affordable. It comes with a matching changing table that is attached to the top of the cot to allow for quick and simple nappy changing. Once baby is done with this, it folds completely away beneath the cot. It also converts into a toddler bed when the time comes with three mattress sizes to choose from.

This cot is able to be used until your child is the age of four (or longer if you buy the additional toddler bed conversion kit). It's also constructed from sustainable wood - in this case, a blend of Australian Araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and has three mattress bases to accommodate the growing needs of your child.

Grace, a tester for parents was delighted that the sides were slatted and did not have sharp edges that could be a danger for children. It's a great option for small rooms with sloped ceilings, as it takes up the floor area in a tiny amount. The side panel is what divides the cot from the room of your toddler.

The cot is compliant with the strict safety standards outlined by BS EN 716, and the assembly was easy thanks to alphabetically labelled parts and simple instructions. A rocking frame with swivel and teething rail are included too, and you can include drawers underneath the bed to store more nappies, toys and clothes should you wish to.