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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 constructed by hand and it ticks all the boxes. Our panel was impressed by the combination of pine and white.

This crib bed comes with all the accessories you'll need, like a storage compartment teething rails, a storage compartment, and two height settings. It's also simple to put together and looks fantastic in any nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The mamas and papas coxley crib is full of amazing features that are designed to follow an exquisitely crafted look. It is also constructed to last. It converts seamlessly into a toddler's bed, and will see your child through from birth until the age of four.

Its slightly tapered legs make it a modern version of the traditional cot. It also features three positions for mattress that can be adjusted to fit your growing baby and an lower base for extra security. The cot also has a handy under cot storage draw and teething rails that will protect your infant's gums when they start to get their first teeth.

Our tester for parents Megan was extremely pleased with this cot bed. It was easy to assemble, looked beautiful and had many extra features including an useful storage drawer. She also appreciated the fact that it's gender-neutral, meaning you can pass it down to your children in the future.

You'll also need to buy a mattress separately, as cot beds usually do not come with a mattress. You should choose a firm, flat mattress that is the ideal size for your baby. The best cot beds mattresses for cots offers are made of springs, foam or coir and should be inspected to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 552:1991+A1:2012.

The cot's height should be no more than 55cm to stop your child from escaping. The gap between the bars should not be more than 6.5cm to keep your child's head from getting trapped.

Stokke snuzkot

This dazzling cot, made by the Scandi company, brings a fun feel to the nursery. The coloured slats add a pop that makes your child feel welcome. It's a perfect option for all nurseries and seamlessly blends with the rest of your design scheme, with an accompanying changing unit to tie it all together. This cot comes in two neutral colors white and soft grey. It takes only an hour to put together thanks to the clear directions and screws that are separate.

The cot bed can expand with your child. It is possible to add an extension kit for juniors that will take them until they reach the age of five. This is a high-end option with a price that can match. If you're looking to purchase nursery furniture that lasts for a long time, it's worth looking into.

It's suitable from birth and has three useful mattress base heights, so you can assemble it with the mattress raised to make it easier for your baby to move in and out of. It's also sturdy and can be used with standard cot mattresses up to 140cm 70cm. The design is modern and sleek with an oval shape that will boost your baby's sense of safety and security. It's the small cot on our list but it has plenty of room for your little one to sleep in.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed

This is a fantastic option to get an old-fashioned cot. It features rounded dowels that give it a distinct look from other cot beds in this price range. It has three heights of base for your baby to meet their requirements. This means you don't have to crouch to get them out of bed, which could save your back.

It's also a great alternative if your nursery is an insignificant size with a sloped ceiling or you don't want the cot bed to take up a lot of floor space. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor, says: "It is a statement piece and takes up less space than you imagine."

The curved sleigh design on the cot's end gives a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used from birth until about four years old. It it can be converted into a junior bed by simply taking off the side rails and lower both ends. It comes with a Finest 140cm x 70cm mattress and features 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 bed, but it doesn't feel bulky like other sleigh beds. It also has a drawer underneath to keep your baby's essentials close at hand.

One of the most appealing aspects about this cot is the fact that it can adapt with your child as they change and grow. You can remove the side rails and convert it into a toddler bed and when they are old enough, you can turn it into a great daybed.

This cot bed has stunning design and is hand-carved from solid pine. The hand-carved edges flow beautifully into the curved rear side rail to differentiate it from other cot beds, creating an extremely luxurious option. The deluxe mattress base can be lowered in two positions, making it easier to lay your baby down without bending. The teething rails guard your baby's gums while they are teething.

Despite the fact that it is quite costly, this is a great-looking cot that will delight your family and friends when they come to visit. It's simple to build and the instructions are clear and include useful pictures. However, should you be concerned about your own DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for PS60 that includes fixing it to the wall when needed and removing all the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-styled cot bed will be a wonderful option for parents looking to give their child a piece of furniture they can cherish. It's durable and well-constructed, so it will stand the test of time, plus it's easy to put together and adjust as your baby grows. The tester liked the fact that there aren't any gaps between the edges of the cot to ensure that your baby won't fall out of to bed.

It is also able to be transformed into a bed for toddlers when your child is old enough. With an Allen key, you can remove the side bars as well as the solid end pieces to transform it into an old-fashioned bed. It will stay in your child's bedroom for a long time.

The cot appears expensive, however, it's actually very inexpensive. It was rated as 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 that you can put together. Each piece is labeled alphabetically, so there's no way to fail.

The biggest drawback with this cot is that you have to buy a separate mattress, which might be off-putting for some parents. It is important to keep in mind that you'll need to replace the mattress of your child at least once a month, but sometimes more frequently. This isn't a big problem. Plus, it's made from natural wood so you can be confident about the purchase.

Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

A stylish and sturdy cot with a traditional design, this Good Little Trading Company option is great value for money. It comes with a changing table that clips to the top of the cot to allow to make it quick and easy to change nappy. It can be tucked away securely under the cot when baby is finished. It can also be converted into a toddler's bed by using three mattress heights.

This cot is an impressively durable option that is suitable for use until your child is four years old (or even longer if you purchase the toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also made from sustainably sourced hardwood it is a mix of Australian araucaria wood and New Zealand radiata in this case - and comes with three mattress positions so that you can alter it to your child's growing requirements.

Grace the tester, a parent was delighted that the sides were slatted and did not have any sharp edges which could be a danger for children. It's also a clever option for rooms with tiny spaces and sloped ceilings as it occupies a tiny area, with only the side panel that separates the cot from your toddler's bedroom.

The cot meets the high safety standards outlined by BS EN 716, and assembly was easy due to the alphabetically labeled parts and easy-to-follow instructions. A swivel rocking frame and teething rail are included, as well as the option to add under-bed storage drawers for extra storage space clothes, nappies and toys should you wish to.