Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals
When you're looking at cot beds for sale you want a bed that is solid, safe and of 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, including a storage drawer, teething rails and two height positions. It's also easy to put together and looks stunning in any nursery.
Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed
The mamas and papas coxley cot bed is brimming with wonderful design features that follow an artistically designed aesthetic. It is also built to last. It converts seamlessly into a toddler's crib and will see your child through from the time of birth until age four.
The slightly tapered feet make it a modern version of the traditional cot. It also comes with three positions for mattress that can be adjusted to accommodate your growing baby and an lower base for extra safety. The cot also has an under-cot storage drawer, as well as teething rails that protect your baby's gums as they begin to get their first teeth.
Our tester for parents Megan really liked this cot bed. It was easy to put together, looked beautiful and had many extra features including an useful storage drawer. She also appreciated the fact that it was gender-neutral, so she could give it to future children.
Another thing to consider is that cot beds do not always include a mattress so you'll need to purchase it separately. You'll need to select a firm, flat mattress that is the right size for your baby. The best mattresses for cots are made of springs, foam or best Crib for newborn coir and should be certified to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 195852:1991+A1 2012.
The cot itself must have a maximum height of 55cm to ensure that your child won't be able to climb out. The distance between the bars should be no greater than 6.5cm, so that your child's head doesn't get caught in the bars.
Stokke snuzkot
This dazzling cot from the Scandi brand gives a lively vibe to the nursery, with the slats coloured to add a pop of colour that'll make your little one feel at in their own home. It's an ideal choice for any nursery and blends seamlessly into your design scheme, including an accompanying changing unit to make it all a bit more cohesive. This cot comes in two neutral shades - white and soft grey. It will take just one hour to put together, thanks to the clear instructions and screws that are separate.
This cot bed will grow with your child, and includes the option to add a junior extension kit which will allow them to reach around age five. This is a top-of-the-line option with a price to match. However, if you're looking to purchase furniture for your nursery that will last for years, it's worth considering.
It's suitable for babies and has three useful mattress base heights, so you can assemble it with the mattress raised to make it easy for your baby to move in and out of. It's also made of durable materials and will fit a standard cot mattress up to 140cm by 70cm. The design is modern and simple, with a sleek oval shape that'll enhance your baby's feeling of safety and security. This is the smallest of cots on our list, but it still provides plenty of space for your baby to lay down.
Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic
This is a great option for those who want an old-fashioned cot bed. It features rounded dowel slats to create an aesthetic that is different from others in this price range. It also provides extra comfort for your child with three heights for the base to fit their requirements. This will help you avoid having to bend down to pick up your baby.
It's also a great option when you have a smaller nursery, with a sloped ceiling or do not want to take up too much floor space with your crib bed. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor, says: "It is a statement piece and takes up less space than you think."
The curved sleigh design on the cot's end adds a touch elegance to any nursery. It can be used until your child reaches the age of four and then converted to a junior bed by taking off the side rails. It comes with a top quality 140cm x70cm mattress. It features a large under-drawer with handles and runners for easy access.
Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed
The last cot we'll be discussing is this chic alternative from Obaby. It's a sleigh-style bed, but it's not big like other sleigh beds of this kind. It also comes with a drawer to keep your cheap baby cots's necessities close by.
This cot can grow with your child. You can remove the rails and convert it to an infant bed. When they are out of that, you can turn it into a practical daybed.
This cot bed has a stunning design that is hand-carved from solid pine. The carved ends flow beautifully into the curved side rail to distinguish it from other cot beds, creating an extremely luxurious option. The deluxe base mattress can be set in two different positions which makes it easier to place your newborn without needing to turn over. It also includes teething rails that protect your little one's delicate gums throughout their teething phase.
The cot isn't inexpensive, but it's beautiful and will impress your family and friends when they visit. The instructions are simple to follow and come with useful photos. If you are worried about your DIY skills, John Lewis provides an assembly service for an additional PS60. This includes fixing it to the wall, if necessary and removing the packaging.
Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed
This sleigh-style cot is a smart choice for parents who want their little one to grow up in a piece of furniture that they'll treasure. It's durable and well-built and will last for an extended period of time. It's also easy to assemble and adjust as your child grows. Our tester found it to be particularly helpful that the cot does not have any gaps along the edges so that your child will not be thrown out of the bed.
It's also cleverly designed to turn into a toddler bed once your child is ready. With an Allen key you can remove the side bars and solid end pieces to turn it into an old-fashioned bed. It will stay in your child's room for a long time.
Although it looks expensive even though it looks expensive, this cot is very affordable. It was rated the best value cot-bed by our tester, even though you still need to buy a mattress separately. It is also the fastest flatpack cot you can assemble. Each piece is labeled alphabetically, so there's no way to go wrong.
The main drawback of this cot is that it requires a separate mattress. For some parents, this may be a deal-breaker. It's important to remember that you will need to change the mattress of your child at least once per month, and sometimes more often. This isn't an problem. It's also made from natural wood, so you'll be able to feel good when you buy it.
Great Little Trading Little Wren Cotbed
This Good Little Trading Company option offers a stylish and sturdy cot in a traditional style. It's extremely affordable. It comes with a changing table that clips to the top of the cot to make it quick and easy to change nappy. When baby is finished with this, it folds securely under the cot. It can also be transformed into a bed for toddlers with three mattress heights.
This cot is an impressively durable option that is suitable for use until your child turns four years old. old (or even longer if you get the toddler bed conversion kit). It's also made of sustainable wood - in this instance it's a mix of Australian Araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and includes three mattress bases to adjust to your growing child.
Parents test Grace liked that the slatted sides were easy to clean and didn't come with sharp edges that could be dangerous for children. It's a great choice for small cot beds rooms with a sloped ceiling because it occupies the floor area in a tiny amount. The side panel is what separates the cot and the room for your toddler.
The cot was designed to be in compliance with the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was simple thanks to alphabetically labelled pieces and clear instructions. A rocking frame that swivels and a teething rails are included, as well as the option to add drawers under the bed to store more clothes, nappies and toys if you like.