10 Things Your Competition Can Help You Learn About Cot Beds

Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals

When you're looking for cot beds for sale you need a product that's safe, sturdy and adequate in size. The model is made by hand and it ticks all the boxes. Our panel liked its combination of pine and white.

This cot bed comes with all the added features that you would expect, such as a drawer for storage teething rails, as well as two height positions. It's also simple to put together, and will look great crib in any nursery for babies.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The mamas and papas coxley cot is packed full of wonderful design features that follow an exquisitely crafted look. It's built to last and can easily be converted into a toddler bed. It will surely see your little one through from birth until four years old.

Its slightly tapered feet make it a modern version of the traditional cot. It also comes with three adjustable mattress positions to fit your growing baby. It also has a lower base for more security. The cot also has a handy under-cot storage drawer and teething rails that protect your baby's gums when they get their first teeth.

Megan Our tester for parents loved this cot-bed. It was easy to put together it was beautiful, and looked gorgeous. It also had many extra features including an useful drawer for storage. She also appreciated the fact the fact that it was gender neutral which meant she could give it to future children.

Another thing to consider is that cot beds don't always come with a mattress, therefore you'll need to purchase one separately. You should choose a firm baby mattress that is flat and is the correct size. The ideal cot mattress is made from springs, foam or coir. It must also be certified according to British safety standards BS 582+A1:2012 or BS 1877-10/1997.

The cot itself must have a maximum height of 55cm to ensure that your child can't get out. The gap between the bars should not exceed 6.5cm to stop your child's head from becoming trapped.

Stokke snuzkot

This dazzling cot, made by a Scandi company, brings an exciting vibe to the nursery. The slats with a color add a pop that will make your child feel welcome. It is a perfect suitable for a variety of nurseries and the changing unit that matches will help tie everything together. This cot comes in two neutral shades - white or soft grey and it takes only an hour to put together with the clear directions and screws in separate packs aiding you in the process.

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

It is suitable from the time of birth. The mattress can be set up high for easy access by your child. It is also made of durable materials and fits standard cot mattress up to 140cmx70cm. The design is sleek and modern with an oval shape that will increase your baby's sense of security and safety. This is the smallest of online cots on our list, yet it provides plenty of space for your baby to lay down.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic

This is a fantastic option if you want an old-fashioned cot. It has rounded dowel slats to create a look that is different from others in this price range. It offers three different levels of the base to meet their needs. This will help you avoid having to bend over to pick up your baby.

It's also a good option when you have a smaller nursery, with a sloped ceiling or don't want to take up too much floor space with your cot bed. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor, says: "It is a statement piece and takes up less space than you expect."

The curved sleigh details on the cot's ends gives a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used until your child reaches the age of four, and then transformed into a junior bed simply by cutting off the rails on the sides. It is equipped with a 140cm x 70cm premium mattress as well as a large under-drawer for runners and handles to make it easy to access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

This stylish cot made by Obaby is the final choice in our roundup. It has a sleigh design but doesn't have that chunky feel you often get with these kinds of beds. And it also comes with an under-bed drawer that allows you to keep all the cheap baby cots for sale necessities within easy reach.

One of the best things about this cot is that it can change with your child as they grow and change. You can take the rails off and convert it to an infant bed. Once they grow out of that then you can convert it into a useful day bed.

This cot bed is made out of solid pine, and has an amazing hand-carved design. The carvings on the ends are beautifully integrated into the curved rear side rails to distinguish it from other cot beds and make an extremely luxurious option. The premium mattress can be adjusted in two positions which makes it easier to place your newborn without having to bend over. The teething rails safeguard your baby's gums while they are teething.

Although it's quite expensive however, it's a beautiful cot that is sure to delight your family and friends when they come to visit. It's simple to build and the instructions are clear with useful pictures. However, should you be concerned about your DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for PS60 that includes fixing it to the wall if needed and removing all 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 they'll cherish. It's well-constructed and sturdy, so will stand the test of time, and it's also easy to build and adjust as your baby grows. Our test subject found it especially helpful that the cot does not have any gaps around the edges, so that your baby will not fall out of bed.

It can also be converted into a toddler's bed once your child is old enough. You just remove the sides bars and solid ends with an Allen key and then it transforms into a gorgeous traditional-style bed that can be a part of your child's bedroom for years to be.

Although it looks expensive even though it looks expensive, this cot is relatively affordable. Our test subject said it was the most value-for-money cot bed she's ever tested, especially as you still need to buy a 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 of this cot is that you have to purchase a mattress separately that could be uncomfortable for some parents. It's important to keep in mind that you'll probably need to replace your child's mattress at least every year, and often more frequently, so this isn't really a big deal. It's also made from natural wood, which means you can feel confident when purchasing it.

Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed

A sturdy and stylish cot with a traditional design, this Good Little Trading Company option is an excellent value for money. It comes with a changing table that clips onto the top of the cot for quick and simple nappy changing. When baby's done with this, it can be tucked safely away underneath the cot. It also transforms into a toddler bed when the time comes with three mattress heights to pick from.

The cot can be used until your child reaches the age of four (or longer if you buy the toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also made of sustainable hardwood - it is a mix of Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata in this case - and has three mattress base positions so you can alter it to meet your child's evolving needs.

Grace, a tester for parents loved the fact that the sides were slatted and did not have any sharp edges which could pose a risk to children. It's also a clever option for rooms with small or ceilings that slope, as it takes up a small amount of floor space, and only the side panel that separates the cot from the toddler's bedroom.

The cot is designed to be in compliance with the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was easy thanks to the alphabetically-labelled pieces and clear instructions. A rocking frame that swivels and a teething rails are included, too, and you can add under-bed storage drawers for more room to stash clothes, nappies and toys should you wish to.