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When it comes to cot beds for sale you need a product that's secure, durable and an appropriate size. This hand-crafted model ticks all the boxes and our panel was impressed by its clever mix of white and natural pine.

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

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The coxley cot-bed by mamas and papas is brimming with stunning design features, all based on an artistically designed aesthetic. It is also built to last. It easily converts into a toddler's bed and will carry 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 has three mattress positions that can be adjusted to fit your baby's size, and an lower base that adds security. The cot also has a handy under-cot storage drawer as well as teething rails that protect your baby's gums as they begin to get their first teeth.

Megan Our tester for parents, really liked this cot-bed. She said it was easy-to-assemble it looked stunning and came with many extra features including an useful storage drawer. She also liked that it was gender-neutral which meant she could pass it on to future children.

You'll also need to purchase a mattress on your own, as cot beds do not always come with a mattress. You should choose a firm baby mattress that is flat and is the right size. The ideal cot mattress is made from foam, springs or coir. It should be inspected and certified in accordance with British safety standards BS 5852+A1:2012 or BS 1877-10/1997.

The cot itself should have a maximum height of 55cm to ensure that your child isn't able to get out. The distance between the bars shouldn't be more than 6.5cm, so that your baby's head can't be trapped within them.

Stokke snuzkot

This eye-catching cot by the Scandi brand adds a fun look to the nursery, with the coloured slats adding the right amount of color to make your little one feel at in their own home. It's a great design for any nursery and the changing table that comes with it will help tie everything together. This cot is available in two neutral colors - white and soft grey. It takes just an hour to put together, thanks to the clear directions and separate screws packs.

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

It's suitable from birth. The mattress can be placed high to make it easy for your child. It's also constructed of a durable material and can be used with cot mattresses that measure up to 140cm x 70cm. The design is modern and sleek with an oval shape that will boost your baby's sense of safety and security. This is the smallest cot on our list, but it offers plenty of room for your baby to sleep.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic

This is a lovely choice to get a distinctive vintage-looking cot bed. It is made of dowels with rounded edges that create a unique aesthetic that is different from other cot beds in this price range. It also cots offers extra convenience for your Baby Cot Bed with three heights for the base to fit their needs. This means you don't have to crouch to get them out of bed, which can ease your back.

This is a good option for a nursery that is small dimensions with a sloped ceiling or you don't want your cot bed to take up the floor space. Our deputy editor Heidi Scrimgeour says: "It's an impressive piece that occupies less room than you might expect from its appearance."

The curved sleigh detailing on the ends of the cot bed provide a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used until your child is four, and then transformed into a junior bed simply by removing the side rails. It includes a 140cmx70cm The most comfortable mattress and a huge under-drawer on the handles and runners to make it easy to access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

This elegant cot from Obaby is the last option in our roundup. It's a sleigh bed, but it doesn't feel bulky like other beds of this type. It also has a drawer underneath to keep your baby's essentials in one place.

One of the great 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 make it a toddler bed. When they are out of that the cot, you can transform it into an useful daybed.

This cot bed features an amazing design that has been hand-carved from solid pine. The carved ends blend beautifully with the curved side rails to distinguish it from other cot beds and create a truly luxurious choice. The mattress base is deluxe and can be adjusted in two positions to make it easier to place your baby down without bending. The teething rails safeguard your baby's gums when they are teething.

Although it's quite expensive it's a stunning cot that will impress your family and friends when they visit. The instructions are simple to follow and contain helpful pictures. If you're worried about your DIY skills, John Lewis provides an assembly service for an additional PS60. This includes mounting it to the wall, if necessary, and disposing of the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-styled cot bed can be a fantastic choice for parents who wish to gift their child with an item of furniture that they can treasure. It's durable and well-constructed, so it will endure the test of time. It's also simple to build and adjust as your child grows. Our test subject found it especially useful that the cot doesn't have any gaps at the edges so your baby isn't able to get out of bed.

It can also be converted into a toddler's bed once your child is old enough. It's as easy as removing the sides bars and solid ends using an Allen key and it transforms into a beautiful, traditional-style bed that will be part of your child's bedroom for many years to be.

This cot looks expensive, but it's actually very affordable. It was rated the top price cot-bed we tested by our testers however, you'll require the mattress separately. 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 of 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 change the mattress of your child at least once a month, but sometimes more often. This isn't an 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 sturdy and stylish cot with a traditional design This Good Little Trading Company option is a great value. It comes with a matching changing table that clips onto the top of the cot to make it quick and easy to change nappy. Once baby is done with this, it tucks completely away beneath the cot. It can also be converted into a toddler bed when the time is right with three mattress sizes to pick from.

This cot is a durable choice, and is suitable for use until your child turns four years old. of age (or even longer if you purchase the extra toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also made from sustainably sourced hardwood a blend between Australian araucaria wood and New Zealand radiata in this case. It also has three mattress bases so you can adjust it to meet your child's evolving requirements.

Grace, a parent tester, loved that the sides were slatted, and did not have sharp edges that could be a danger for children. It's also a good option for rooms with small or sloped ceilings as it takes up a small amount of area, with only the side panel that separates the cot from your bedroom for your toddler.

The cot is compliant with the strict safety standards outlined by BS EN 716, and assembly was a breeze due to the alphabetically labeled parts and straightforward instructions. A rocking frame that swivels and a teething rail are included, as well as the option to include drawers underneath the bed for extra storage space toys, nappies and clothes should you wish to.