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Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals

When it comes to cot beds for sale you need a product that's solid, safe and of an appropriate 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 extras you need, including a storage drawer teething rails, as well as two height positions. It is also easy to put together, and looks great in any baby nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The coxley cot-bed made by mamas and papas is brimming with amazing design features, all based on an exquisitely designed style. It is also built to last. It converts seamlessly into a toddler's crib and will be used by your child through from the time of birth until age four.

The slightly tapered legs make it a more modern alternative to the traditional cot. It also has three mattress positions that can be adjusted to suit your growing baby, and an lower base for extra 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 loved this cot-bed. She said that it was easy to assemble and was gorgeous. It also came with many extra features, including an excellent storage drawer. She also appreciated the fact that it was gender-neutral which meant she could give it to future children.

Another thing to consider is that cot beds don't always come with a mattress, so you'll have to purchase it separately. You will want to select a firm, flat baby mattress that is the right size. The best cot beds mattresses for cots are made of springs, foam or coir and should be inspected to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 5852:1991+A1:2012.

The height of the cot should not exceed 55cm to prevent your child from climbing out. The gap between the bars shouldn't be more than 6.5cm to stop your child's head from getting trapped.

Stokke snuzkot

This eye-catching cot from a Scandi brand brings a fun style to the nursery with the coloured slats adding an element of color that will make your baby feel at home. It's a great suitable for a variety of nurseries and the changing unit that matches will make it all more cohesive. This cot comes in two neutral colors - white and soft grey. It will take just one hour to put together due to the clear instructions and screws that are separate.

This cot bed will grow with your child. You can add a junior extension kit that will take them to age five. This is a high-end option that comes with a price to match. However, if you want to invest in nursery furniture that will last for many years, it's definitely worth considering.

It is suitable from the time of birth. The mattress can be positioned high to make it easy for your child. It's also constructed of a sturdy material and can be used with cot mattresses up to 140cm by 70cm. The design is modern and sleek with an oval shape that will increase your baby's sense of security and comfort. It's the small cot on our list but it has plenty of room for your baby to sleep in.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic

This is a lovely choice if you're after a unique vintage-style cot bed. It features rounded dowel slats to create an aesthetic distinct from other cots in this price range. It also provides extra comfort for your child with three heights for the base to fit their needs. This means you don't have to bend over to pick them up from bed, which can ease your back.

It's also a great option if you have a smaller nursery, with a sloped ceiling or do not want to occupy more floor space with your cot bed. Our deputy editor Heidi Scrimgeour says: "It's an eye-catching piece that occupies less room than you might think from its design."

The curved sleigh detailing on the cot bed's ends add a touch of elegance to any nursery. It can be used until your child is four, and then transformed into a junior bed by taking off the side rails. It comes with a premium 140cm x 70cm mattress and has 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 final choice in our roundup. It's a sleigh-style bed, however, it doesn't look heavy like other sleigh beds. It also comes with a drawer to keep all of your baby's essentials close at hand.

One of the most appealing aspects about this cot is that it will change with your child as they change and grow. You can take the rails off and make it an infant bed. Once they grow beyond that the cot, you can transform it into a practical daybed.

This cot bed comes with a stunning design that is hand-carved from solid pine. The carved ends are beautifully integrated into the curved side rail to set it apart from other cot beds, creating a truly luxurious choice. The mattress base is deluxe and can be lowered in two positions, making it easier for you to lay your baby down without unnecessary bending. It also includes teething rails that protect the delicate gums of your baby throughout their teething phase.

The cot isn't cheap, but it is gorgeous and will be a hit with your family and friends when they visit. The instructions are simple to follow and include helpful pictures. 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 necessary, and disposing of the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-styled cot bed can be a wonderful choice for parents who wish to gift their child with an item of furniture that they can treasure. It's well-constructed and sturdy, so will endure the test of time, and it's also easy to put together and adjust as your baby grows. Our tester found it to be particularly useful that the cot doesn't have any gaps along the edges so that your child isn't able to get out of the bed.

It is also able to be transformed into a bed for toddlers when your child is old enough. It's as easy as removing the sides bars and solid ends with an Allen key and it transforms into a beautiful traditional-style bed that can be a part of your child's bedroom for years to come.

Although it looks expensive even though it looks expensive, this cot is very affordable. Our test subject said it was the best value cot bed she's ever tested, especially as you still need to buy an additional mattress. It is also the fastest flatpack cot that you can put together. Each piece is labeled alphabetically so there's no way to go wrong.

The biggest drawback with this cot is that you need to purchase a mattress separately that could be uncomfortable for some parents. It's important to remember that you'll need replace the mattress of your child at least once a month, and sometimes more frequently. This isn't a big issue. It's also made from natural wood, which means you can feel confident when purchasing it.

Great Little Trading Little Wren Cotbed

This Good Little Trading Company option provides a sturdy and stylish cot in a traditional style. It is incredibly affordable. It comes with a matching changing table that is attached to the top of the cot to allow to make it quick and easy to change nappy. When baby is finished with this, it can be tucked securely under the cot. It can also be converted into a bed for toddlers with three mattress heights.

This cot is a durable option that is suitable for use until your child turns four years old. of age (or even longer if you get the toddler bed conversion kit). This cot beds for sale is also constructed from sustainably sourced hardwood it is a mix of Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata in this case - and comes with three mattress bases so you can alter it to meet your child's evolving requirements.

Parent tester Grace loved that the slatted sides were easy to clean and didn't have any sharp edges that could pose dangerous for children. It's a great choice for rooms with ceilings that slope, as it takes up the floor area in a tiny amount. The side panel is all that is needed to separate the cot from the room of your toddler.

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