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Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals
If you are looking for a cot bed you want one that is solid, safe, and of a good size. This hand-crafted model ticks all the boxes, and our panel was impressed by its clever mix of white and natural pine.
This crib bed comes with all the extras you need, such as storage compartments, teething rails, and two height settings. It's also easy to assemble and looks great in any nursery.
Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed
The mamas and papas coxley cot is full of amazing features that are designed to follow an artistically designed aesthetic. It's also built to last, converting seamlessly into a toddler bed and will surely be with your baby from birth until four years old.
Its slightly tapered feet give it a modern version of the traditional cot. It comes with three mattress positions that can be adjusted to fit your baby's growing needs and also the lower base, which increases security. The cot is equipped with a handy under-cot storage drawer as well as teething rails that protect your baby's gums when they begin to get their first teeth.
Megan Our parent tester, really liked this cot-bed. She said that it was simple to put together it was beautiful, and looked gorgeous. It also had numerous extra features like a useful storage drawer. She also appreciated the fact that it was gender neutral which meant she could pass it on to the next generation of babies.
Another thing to remember is that cot beds do not always come with a mattress, therefore you'll need to purchase this separately too. You should choose a firm baby mattress that is flat and is the right size. The best cot mattresses are made from foam, spring or coir. They should be inspected to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 5852:1991+A1:2012.
The cot itself should have a maximum height of 55cm so that your child won't be able to climb out. The space between the bars shouldn't exceed 6.5cm to stop your baby's head from getting stuck.
Stokke snuzkot
This eye-catching cot by the Scandi brand brings a fun vibe to the nursery, with the slats that are coloured adding the right amount of color to make your little one feel at the home of their dreams. It's a great design for any nursery, and the changing table that comes with it will tie it all together. The cot is available in two neutral colors white and soft grey. It will take just one hour to put together, thanks to the clear directions and screws that are separate.
This cot bed will grow with your child. You can add an extension kit for juniors which will allow them until they reach the age of five. It's a premium choice with the price tag to be matched, but if you're looking to purchase an item of furniture for the nursery that will last, this is worth considering.
It's suitable for babies and has three useful mattress base heights, so you can set it up with the mattress up high to make it easier for your little one to get in and out of. It's also a sturdy build and fits standard cot mattresses that measure up to 140cm x 70cm. The design is simple and modern, with an oval shape that'll increase your baby's sense of safety and security. It's the most compact cot we've reviewed but it has plenty of room for your little one to sleep in.
Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed
This is a lovely choice if you're after a unique vintage-style cot bed. It features rounded dowels which create a distinctive look unlike other cot beds within this price range. It comes with three different base heights for your baby to suit their needs. This means you don't have to bend over to lift them from bed, which could save your back.
It's also a good option when you have a smaller nursery, with a sloped ceiling or don't want to take up more floor space with your cot bed. Our Deputy Editor Heidi Scrimgeour says: "It's a statement piece that takes up less space than you expect from its appearance."
The curved sleigh detail on the cot ends adds a touch elegance to any nursery. It can be used until your child is four and then converted into a junior bed simply by taking off the rails on the sides. It is equipped with a 140cm x 70cm premium mattress as well as a large under-drawer on runners and handles 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-style design but doesn't have the bulky feel you often get with these types of beds. Additionally, it also comes with a handy drawer underneath which means you can keep all the baby necessities easily within reach.
One of the best things about this cot is that it will change with your child as they grow and change. You can remove the rails and transform it into a toddler bed. When they are out of it, you can turn it into a practical daybed.
This cot bed has a stunning design that is hand-carved from solid pine. The carvings on the ends flow beautifully into the curved rear side rail to distinguish it from other cot beds, creating an extremely luxurious option. The deluxe base mattress can be lowered in two different positions which makes it easier to place your newborn without needing to bend over. It also has teething rails to protect your little one's delicate gums throughout their teething phase.
The cot isn't cheap, but it is beautiful and will impress your family and friends when they visit. It's easy to put together and the instructions are clear and include helpful photos, however should you be concerned about your own DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for an additional PS60 that includes fixing it to the wall if required and disposing of all the packaging.
Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed
This sleigh-style cot is a smart option for parents who want their child to grow up in a piece of furniture they will cherish. It's sturdy and well-constructed which means it will last many years. It's also simple to put together and adjust as your child grows. The test subject was impressed that there are no gaps between the edges of the cot so your baby won't fall from bed.
It's also cleverly designed to turn into a toddler bed once your child is ready. You just remove the side bars and solid ends with an Allen key and then it converts into a lovely traditional-style bed that will be part of your child's bedroom for many years to be.
This cot looks expensive however, it's actually very inexpensive. Our test subject said it was the most value-for-money cot bed she's tested particularly since you need to purchase a mattress separately. It's also the quickest flatpack cot to put together and comes with every piece labeled alphabetically, making it impossible to go wrong.
This cot's biggest disadvantage is that it requires a separate mattress. For certain parents, this could be a problem. But, it's important to remember that you'll likely need to replace your child's mattress at least every year, and more frequently, so this isn't really an issue. Additionally, it's made of natural wood so you can be comfortable about purchasing 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 incredibly affordable. It comes with a changing table that clips onto the top of cot for quick and easy nappy-changing. When baby's done with this, it can be tucked safely away underneath the cot. It can also be converted into a toddler's bed by using three mattress heights.
The cot can be used until your child is the age of four (or longer if you purchase the additional toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also constructed of sustainably sourced hardwood - it is a mix of Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand radiata in this case - and has three mattress base positions so you can alter it to your child's growing needs.
Grace, a parent tester loved the fact that the sides were slatted and did not have sharp edges that could pose a risk to children. It's also a clever option for rooms with small or ceilings with slopes, since it takes up a small amount of floor space, and only the side panel detaching the cot from the bedroom for your toddler.
The cot is compliant with the strict safety standards outlined by BS EN 716, and assembly was a breeze thanks to alphabetically labelled parts and easy-to-follow instructions. Baby Cot Bed comes with a teething rail and swivel-rocking frame. You can also put in drawers under the bed to store your toys, clothes and nappies.