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Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals

When you're looking for cot beds for sale (read here) you want a bed that is solid, safe and of an appropriate size. This model is made by hand and it ticks all of the boxes. Our panel loved the mixture of pine and white.

This crib bed includes all the features you'll need, like storage compartments teething rails, a storage compartment, and two height settings. It's also simple to assemble, and looks fantastic in any baby nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The coxley cot bed by mamas and papas is brimming with stunning design features, all following an exquisitely designed style. It is also constructed to last. It easily converts into a toddler's crib and will carry your child from birth until the age of four.

Its slightly tapered legs make it a modern take on the traditional cot. It has three mattress positions that can be adjusted to suit your baby's growth and an lower base that adds security. The cot also has a handy under cot storage draw and teething rails that help protect your little ones gums when they start getting their first teeth.

Our parent tester Megan was extremely pleased with this cot bed. She said it was simple to put together it was beautiful, and looked gorgeous. It also had lots of extra features including storage drawers that are useful. She also liked the fact that it was gender neutral and she could pass it on to future babies.

You'll also have to purchase a mattress separately, as the cot beds don't always come with one. You'll want to choose a flat, firm mattress that is the perfect size for your baby. The best cot bed cot mattress is made of springs, foam, or coir. It must also be certified according to British safety standards BS 5852+A1:2012 or BS 1877-10/1997.

The cot itself must have a height limit of 55cm so that your child isn't able to climb out. The space between the bars should not be more than 6.5cm to prevent your baby's head from getting trapped.

Stokke snuzkot

This dazzling cot from the Scandi brand brings a fun vibe to the nursery, with the slats that are coloured adding an element of color that will make your little one feel at the home of their dreams. It's a perfect option for all nurseries and blends seamlessly with the rest of your decor, and comes with a matching changing unit to tie everything together. This cot comes in two neutral colors that are soft grey and white. It will take just one hour to assemble, thanks to the clear instructions and separate screws packs.

This cot bed can grow with your child. You can add a junior extension kit that will take them to the age of five. It's a premium choice with a price tag that will match, but if looking to purchase a piece of nursery furniture that will last, this is worth a look.

It's suitable from birth and comes with three convenient mattress base heights so that you can put the mattress raised to make it easier for your little one to take out and in from. It's also made of a durable material and can be used with cot mattresses up to 140cm by 70cm. The design is modern and sleek with an oval shape that can boost your baby's sense of security and safety. It's the small cot on our list but still has plenty of room for your little one to sleep in.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic

This is an excellent choice for those who want an old-fashioned cot bed. It features dowel slats that are rounded to create an aesthetic that is different from others in this price range. It comes with three different base heights for your baby to meet their requirements. This will save you from having to bend to pick up your baby.

It's also a great option if you have a smaller nursery, with a sloped ceiling or do not want to take up the floor with your cot bed. Our deputy editor Heidi Scrimgeour says: "It's an impressive piece that takes up less space than you think from its design."

The curved sleigh detailing on the ends of the cot bed add a touch of elegance to any nursery. It can be used until your child is four, then it can be converted into a junior bed by removing the rails on the sides. It comes with a top quality 140cm x70cm mattress. It includes a large under drawer on runners and handles to make it easy to get access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

This elegant cot made by Obaby is the final choice in our roundup. It's a sleigh style but doesn't have that chunky feel you often get with these kinds of beds. And it also comes with a drawer underneath that lets you keep all the baby essentials easily within reach.

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

This cot bed is made out of solid pine, and has an amazing hand-carved design. The carved ends are incorporated into the curved side rails to create an extremely luxurious cot bed. The luxurious base mattress can be set in two positions making it easy to place your newborn without having to lean over. It also has teething rails that protect your little one's delicate gums during their period of teething.

Despite the fact that it is quite costly it's a stunning cot sets that will impress your family and friends when they visit. It's easy to put together and the instructions are easy to follow with helpful pictures, but if you're worried about your own DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for PS60 which includes fixing it to the wall if needed and removing all 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 a piece of furniture they will cherish. It's sturdy and well-made so will last for a long time, and it's also easy to build and adjust as your baby grows. Our tester found it to be particularly handy that the cot doesn't have any gaps along the edges so that your child can't be thrown out of bed.

It can also be converted into a bed for toddlers when your child is old enough. It's as easy as removing the side bars and solid ends by using an Allen key and then it transforms into a gorgeous traditional-style bed that can be a part of your child's bedroom for many years to come.

This cot looks expensive however, it's actually quite affordable. It was rated as the top value cot-bed by our tester however, you'll require a mattress separately. It's also the most simple flatpack cot to put together and is labeled alphabetically, so you won't get wrong.

The biggest drawback with this cot is that you have to buy a separate mattress which may be a bit uncomfortable 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 a big issue. Additionally, it's made of natural wood, so you'll be able to feel good about your purchase.

Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

This Good Little Trading Company option offers a stylish and sturdy cot in a traditional style. It's extremely affordable. It comes with a space-saving coordinating changing table that clips to the top of the cot for super-speedy diaper changes. It can be put away securely under the cot when baby is finished. It can also be converted into a bed for toddlers with three mattress heights.

This cot is able to be used until your child reaches the age of four (or longer if you purchase the toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also constructed of sustainable hardwood - it is a mix of Australian araucaria wood and New Zealand radiata in this case - and comes with three mattress base positions so you can alter it to your child's growing needs.

Grace the tester, a parent, loved that the sides were slatted, and did not have any sharp edges which could pose a threat to children. It's also a great option for rooms with small or ceilings that slope, as it occupies a tiny area, with only the side panel that separates the cot from your bedroom for your toddler.

The cot is built to comply with the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was simple thanks to alphabetically labelled pieces and clear instructions. The cot also comes with teething rail and swivel rocking frame. You can also install drawers under the bed to store clothes, toys and nappies.