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When you're looking at cot beds for sale you need a product that's secure, durable and adequate in size. This model is hand-crafted and 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 accessories you need, such as a storage compartment as well as teething rails and two height settings. It's also easy to put together and looks stunning in any nursery.
Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed
The coxley cot-bed by mamas and papas is packed with stunning features that are designed to follow an artistically designed aesthetic. It is also constructed 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.
Its slightly tapered legs give it a modern version of the traditional cot. It also features three positions for mattress that can be adjusted to fit your growing baby. It also has a lower base for added safety. The cot also comes with 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. She said it was easy-to-assemble it was beautiful, and looked gorgeous. It also had numerous extra features, including a useful storage drawer. She also loved the fact that it's gender-neutral, meaning you can pass it on to future babies.
Another thing to remember is that cot beds do not always include a mattress, so you'll have to purchase this separately too. You'll need to select a firm, flat mattress that is the ideal size for your baby. The best cot mattresses are made from springs, foam or coir and should be certified to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 552:1991+A1:2012.
The cot itself should have a height limit of 55cm to ensure that your child won't be able to climb out. The gap between the bars shouldn't exceed 6.5cm to keep your child's head from becoming trapped.
Stokke snuzkot
This dazzling cot from the Scandi brand adds a fun vibe to the nursery, with the slats coloured to add a pop of colour that'll make your baby feel at home. It's a perfect choice for any nursery and seamlessly blends into the rest of your design scheme, including the matching changing unit to tie everything 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 separate screws packs.
The cot bed can expand with your child. You can add a junior extension kit that will take them until they reach the age of five. This is a premium option that comes with a price to match. If you want to invest in nursery furniture that will last for a long time, it's worth considering.
It's suitable for babies and features three handy mattress base heights so that you can set it up with the mattress high to make it easy for your child to take out and in from. It's also a sturdy build and will fit standard cot mattresses of up to 140cm 70cm x 140cm. The design is simple and modern and features a sleek oval shape that'll enhance your baby's feeling of safety and security. It's the most compact cot we've reviewed but still has plenty of space for your baby to sleep in.
Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed
This is a fantastic option to get an old-fashioned cot. It features dowel slats that are rounded to create a look that is unique from other beds in this price range. It also offers additional convenience for your baby with three different heights of base to meet their needs. This will save you from having to bend to pick up your baby.
It's also a good option if you have a smaller nursery, sloped ceilings or don't want to take up the floor with your crib bed. Our Deputy Editor Heidi Scrimgeour says: "It's an impressive piece that takes up less room than you might imagine from its appearance."
The curved sleigh design on the cot bed 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 taking off the side rails. It comes with a Finest 140cm x 70cm mattress and features a large under-drawer with handles and runners for easy access.
Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed
The final cot in our round-up is this stylish option from Obaby. It has a sleigh design but doesn't have that bulky feeling that you usually get from these kinds of beds. And it also has an under-bed drawer that allows you to keep all the cheap baby cots necessities in reach.
One of the most appealing aspects about this mini cot beds is that it can adjust to your child's needs as they grow and change. You can remove the side rails and convert it to a toddler bed. And once they outgrow that you can turn it into a practical day bed.
This cot bed features a stunning design that is hand-carved from solid pine. The hand-carved edges are beautifully integrated into the curved rear side rails to differentiate it from other cot beds, creating an exquisite choice. The deluxe mattress base can be adjusted in two positions to make it easier to lay your baby down without bending. It also includes teething rails that protect your little one's delicate gums during their teething period.
Despite the fact that it is quite costly it's a stunning cot that is sure to delight your family and friends when they come to visit. It's simple to build and the instructions are easy to follow with helpful photos, however if you're worried about your own DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for PS60 that includes fixing it to the wall if necessary and disposing of the packaging.
Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed
This sleigh-styled cot will be a fantastic choice for parents who wish to gift their child with something they can 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 around the edges of the cot, so your Baby Cot won't fall out of bed.
It's also cleverly designed to convert into a toddler bed when your child is ready. Simply remove the side bars and solid ends by using an Allen key, and it transforms into a beautiful, traditional-style bed that will be part of your child's bedroom for many years to be.
Despite its stunning design, this cot is actually relatively affordable. Our tester said it was the best value cot bed she's tested particularly since you need to buy an additional mattress. It's also the easiest flatpack cot you can assemble, with every piece labelled alphabetically, making it impossible to go wrong.
The main drawback to this cot is that you have to buy a separate mattress that could be uncomfortable for some parents. It's important to keep in mind that you'll likely need to replace the mattress of your child at least once per year, and sometimes more frequently which isn't a big deal. It's also made from natural wood, so you'll be able to feel confident when purchasing it.
Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed
This Good Little Trading Company option offers a stylish and sturdy cot in a traditional style. It is incredibly affordable. It comes with a changing table that is attached to the top of cot for quick and simple nappy changing. It can be put away safely under the cot bed sales when baby is done. It also transforms into a toddler bed when the time is right, with three mattress heights to choose from.
The cot can be used until your child reaches the age of four (or longer if you purchase the toddler bed conversion kit). It's also made from sustainably sourced wood - specifically it's a mixture of Australian Araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and includes three mattress positions that you can adapt to the needs of your child's growing.
Parent tester Grace liked that the slatted sides were simple to clean and didn't have any sharp edges that could be a hazard for little ones. It's also a clever option for rooms with tiny spaces and ceilings with slopes, since it takes up a small amount of area, with only the side panel that separates the cot from the bedroom for your toddler.
The cot was designed to be in compliance with the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was simple thanks to the alphabetically-labelled pieces and clear instructions. A rocking frame that swivels and a teething rail are included, as well as the option to add drawers under the bed to store more nappies, toys and clothes If you'd like.