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Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals

When you're looking at cot beds for sale, you want something that's secure, durable and an appropriate size. This hand-crafted model ticks all the boxes and our panel loved its smart mix of natural and white pine.

This cot bed has all the extras you need such as a storage drawer teething rails, as well as two height positions. It is also easy to put together, and looks great in any nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The coxley cot-bed made by mamas and papas is brimming with stunning features that are designed to follow an exquisitely designed style. It is also built to last. It converts seamlessly into a toddler's bed, and will carry your child through from birth to age four.

Its slightly tapered legs give it a more modern take on the traditional cot. It also has three adjustable mattress positions to suit your growing baby and a lower base for more security. The cot is equipped with 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. It was easy to assemble, looked beautiful and had numerous extra features, including a useful storage drawer. She also liked the fact that it's gender neutral, so you can pass it down 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'll want to choose a firm, flat mattress that is the ideal size for your baby. The best crib for newborn mattress for cots is made of foam, springs or coir. It must be certified in accordance with British safety standards BS 5852+A1:2012 or BS 1877-10/1997.

The cot itself should have a height limit of 55cm, so that your child isn't able to get out. The gap between the bars should not exceed 6.5cm to stop your child's head from becoming trapped.

Stokke snuzkot

This eye-catching cot, from the Scandi company, adds an exciting vibe to the nursery. The slats in a variety of colors add a pop that will make your child feel comfortable. It's a perfect fit for most nurseries and seamlessly blends into your design scheme, including a matching changing unit to tie it all together. This cot comes in two neutral colours white and soft grey. It will take just one hour to assemble, due to the clear instructions and screws that are separate.

The cot bed can expand with your child. You can also add a junior extension kit which will allow them to age five. It's a high-end option with the price tag to match, but if looking to invest in a piece of nursery furniture that will last, this is well worth considering.

It is suitable from birth. The mattress can be set up high for easy access by your child. It's also a sturdy build and fits standard cot mattresses that measure up to 140cm 70cm. The design is sleek and modern with an oval shape that will boost your baby's sense of safety and security. This is the smallest of cots on our list, but it still provides plenty of space for your baby to rest.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed

This is a great option if you're after a unique vintage-looking cot bed. It has rounded dowel slats to create a design that is different from others in this price range. It offers three different base heights for your baby to accommodate their needs. This will prevent you from having to bend down to take 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 the floor with your crib bed. Our deputy editor Heidi Scrimgeour says: "It's an eye-catching piece that takes up less space than you expect from its appearance."

The curved sleigh design on the cot's ends gives a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used from birth until your child is around four years old and then it transforms into a junior bed by taking the side rails off and lowering 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 stylish model from Obaby. It's a sleigh bed, but it doesn't feel heavy like other sleigh beds. It also comes with a drawer to keep all of your baby's essentials in one place.

One of the great things about this cot is that it can change with your child as they change and grow. You can take off the side rails to convert it into a toddler bed and after they've outgrown it, you can turn it into a great daybed.

This cot bed is constructed out of solid pine, and has a stunning hand-carved design. The hand-carved edges blend beautifully with the curved rear side rail to distinguish it from other cot beds and make a truly luxurious choice. The deluxe mattress base can be lowered by two positions, making it easier to lay your baby down without unnecessary bending. It also includes teething rails to protect the delicate gums of your baby during their teething period.

Despite being fairly expensive however, it's a beautiful infant cot bed that is sure to impress your family and friends when they visit. The instructions are simple to follow and contain useful photos. If you're concerned about your DIY skills, John Lewis provides an assembly service at an additional PS60. This includes mounting it to the wall, if required and removing the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-styled cot will be a fantastic choice for parents who wish to gift their child something they will cherish. It is sturdy and well-made, so it will last an extended period of time. It's also easy to assemble and adjust as your child grows. The test subject was impressed that there are no gaps around the edges of the cot to ensure that your baby won't fall from to bed.

It's also cleverly designed to turn into a toddler bed when your child is ready. You just remove the sides bars and solid ends using an Allen key and then it converts into a lovely, traditional-style bed that will be a part of your child's bedroom for many years to be.

This cot looks expensive but it's actually very affordable. Our test subject said it was the best cots for newborns value cot bed she's tested particularly since you need to purchase an additional mattress. It's also the quickest flatpack cot to put together, with every piece labelled alphabetically, making it impossible to go wrong.

The biggest drawback of this cot is that it requires an additional mattress. For some parents, this might be a major issue. However, it's worth remembering that you'll likely have to replace your child's mattress at least every year, and often more frequently which isn't an issue. It's also made from natural wood, so you can feel comfortable when you purchase it.

Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

This Good Little Trading Company option provides a sturdy and stylish cot that is traditional in design. It is incredibly affordable. It comes with a changing table that clips to the top of the cheap cot bed to make it quick and easy to change nappy. It can be put away in a safe place under the cot once baby is done. It also transforms into a toddler bed when the time is right, with three mattress heights to choose from.

This cot is an impressively durable option that is suitable for use until your child is four years old. older (or even longer if you get the additional toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also constructed from sustainably sourced hardwood it is a mix of Australian araucaria wood and New Zealand radiata in this case. It also has three mattress bases so you can alter it to your child's changing needs.

Parent tester Grace loved that the slatted sides were simple to clean and didn't have any sharp edges that could pose an issue for toddlers. It's a great option for small rooms with ceilings that slope because it occupies little floor space. The side panel is what separates the cot and the room for your toddler.

The cot meets the high safety standards outlined by BS EN 716, and assembly was easy thanks to the alphabetically-labelled parts and easy-to-follow instructions. The cot also comes with a teething rail and swivel-rocking frame. You can also install drawers under the bed to store toys, clothes and nappies.