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Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals

When you're looking at cot beds for sale you need a product that's safe, sturdy and adequate in size. This model is hand-crafted and ticks all the boxes and our panel loved its smart mix of natural and white pine.

This cot bed comes with all the added features that you would expect, such as a drawer for storage teething rails, as well as two height positions. It's also easy to assemble and looks stunning in any nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The coxley cot-bed made by mamas and papas is packed with amazing design features, all based on a handcrafted aesthetic. It's also built to last and easily converts into a toddler bed. It is sure to see your little one through from birth until four years old.

Its slightly tapered legs make it a more 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 an under-cot storage draw and teething rails which can help protect your baby's gums as they begin to develop their first teeth.

Our tester for parents Megan loved this cot bed. It was easy to assemble, looked beautiful and had many other features like a useful storage drawer. She also appreciated the fact that it's gender neutral, so it can be passed down to future children.

Another thing to remember is that cot beds don't always include a mattress, so you'll need to purchase one separately. You'll need to choose a firm baby mattress that is flat and is the correct size. The most suitable mattresses for cots offers are made of springs, foam or coir, and must be certified to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 195852:1991+A1 2012.

The height of the cot should be no more than 55cm to stop your child from escaping. The distance between the bars should be no greater than 6.5cm, so that your baby's head can't get trapped in them.

Stokke snuzkot

This eye-catching cot by the Scandi brand gives a lively style to the nursery with the slats that are coloured adding a pop of colour that'll make your baby feel at in their own home. It is a perfect suitable for a variety of nurseries, and the changing table that comes with it will make it all more cohesive. The cot comes in two neutral shades: white or soft grey. it takes only an hour to assemble, with the clear instructions and separate packs of screws really helping you out.

This cot bed will grow with your child, and includes the option of adding an extension kit for juniors that can allow them to grow up to about age five. It's a high-end option with a price tag that will match, but if planning to invest in an item of furniture for your nursery that will last, this is worth considering.

It's suitable for babies and comes with three convenient mattress base heights, so you can assemble it with the mattress high to make it easy for your child to move in and out of. It is also made of durable materials and fits standard cot mattress up to 140cm by 70cm. The design is simple and modern and features an oval shape that'll increase your baby's sense of safety and security. This is the smallest cot in our list, yet it has plenty of space for your baby to lay down.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic

This is a fantastic option if you want an old-fashioned cot bed. It features rounded dowel slats to create a look that is different from others in this price range. It offers three different heights of base for your baby to meet their requirements. This means you don't need to bend to get them out of the bed, which can save your back.

This is also a great option for a nursery that is a small size with a sloped ceiling, or you don't want the bed to take up lots of floor space. Our deputy editor Heidi Scrimgeour says: "It's a statement piece that occupies less space than you expect from its appearance."

The curved sleigh details on the cot bed's ends bring a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used until your child is four, then it can be converted into a junior bed by removing the side rails. 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 final cot in our round-up is this chic option from Obaby. It's a sleigh bed but it's not bulky like other sleigh beds of this kind. It also comes with a drawer to keep your baby's essentials in one place.

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

This cot bed has an amazing design that has been hand-carved from solid pine. The carved edges flow into the curved side rails to create an extremely luxurious cot bed. The deluxe mattress base can be lowered by two positions, making it easier for you to place your baby down without bending. It also includes teething rails to protect your little one's delicate gums during their teething period.

This cot isn't cheap, but it is stunning and will impress your family and friends when they come to visit. It's easy to put together and the instructions are clear and include helpful pictures, but should you be concerned about your DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for an additional PS60 which includes fixing it to the wall if needed and removing all the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-style cot bed is an excellent option for parents who want their little one to grow into a piece furniture they'll cherish. It's durable and well-constructed, so it will last for a long time. It's also simple to put together 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 can't fall out of bed.

It could also be converted into a toddler's bed once your child is old enough. You just remove the side bars and solid ends by using an Allen key, and it converts into a lovely traditional-style bed that will be a part of your child's bedroom for many years to come.

This cot looks expensive however, it's actually quite affordable. Our tester said it was the best cot bed value cot bed she's ever tested particularly since you require the mattress separately. It is also the fastest flatpack cot you can assemble. Each piece is alphabetically labelled so you can't make a mistake.

The main drawback to this cot is that you need to buy a separate mattress which may be a bit uncomfortable for some parents. However, it's worth remembering that you'll probably need to replace your child's mattress at least once per year, and often more frequently and this shouldn't be something to worry about. Plus, it's made from natural wood so you can be comfortable about purchasing it.

Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

A stylish and sturdy cot with a classic style This Good Little Trading Company option is a great value. It comes with a space-saving coordinating changing table that clips to the top of the cot for quick nappy changes. When baby's done with this, it can be tucked completely away beneath the cot. It also converts into a toddler bed when the time is right, with three mattress heights to pick from.

This cot is a durable choice, and is suitable for use up to the time your child turns four years old. older (or even longer if you get the extra toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also made of sustainable hardwood - it is a mix of Australian araucaria wood and New Zealand radiata in this case. It also has three mattress positions so that you can alter it to meet your child's evolving needs.

Grace the tester, a parent loved the fact that the sides were slatted and didn't have sharp edges that could pose a threat to children. It's also a clever option for rooms with tiny spaces and ceilings that slope, as it takes up a small cot beds amount of area, with only the side panel detaching the cot from your toddler's bedroom.

The cot is in compliance with the high safety standards outlined by BS EN 716, and the assembly was easy due to the alphabetically labeled parts and straightforward instructions. The cot comes with teething rail and swivel rocking frame. You can also add under-bed drawers to store toys, clothes and nappies.