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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 secure, durable and adequate in size. This model is hand-crafted and ticks all the boxes, and our panel members loved its unique mix of natural and white pine.

This crib bed comes with all the extras you need, such as a storage compartment teething rails, a storage compartment, 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 crib is brimming with wonderful features that are designed to follow a hand crafted aesthetic. It is also built to last. It converts seamlessly into a toddler's bed, and will see your child from birth to age four.

Its slightly tapered feet give it a contemporary take on the traditional cot. It also has three adjustable mattress positions to fit your growing baby and an lower base for extra safety. The cot also comes with a handy under cot storage draw and teething rails which help protect your little ones gums when they start getting their first teeth.

Megan Our parent tester, really liked this cot-bed. It was easy to assemble it looked stunning and came with many other features like a useful drawer for storage. She also liked the fact that it's gender neutral, so it can be passed down to future children.

You'll also have to purchase a mattress on your own, as the cot beds don't always come with one. You'll need to choose a firm Baby beds mattress that is flat and is the right size. The best crib for newborn mattress for cots is made from springs, foam or coir. It must be certified in accordance with British safety standards BS 5852+A1:2012 or BS 1877-10/1997.

The cot itself must have a height limit of 55cm, so that your child won't be able to climb out. The distance between the bars should be no greater than 6.5cm to ensure that your child's head won't be trapped within them.

Stokke snuzkot

This dazzling cot, made by a Scandi company, gives an exciting vibe to the nursery. The coloured slats provide a splash of colour that will make your child feel at home. It's a great choice for any nursery and blends seamlessly into your decor, and comes with a matching changing unit to tie it all together. The cot is available in two neutral colours - 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. It comes with the option of adding an extension kit for juniors that can take them up to about age five. This is a top-of-the-line option with a price that can match. However, if you want to invest in 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 up high to make it easy for your little one to move in and out of. It's also constructed of a sturdy material and will fit a standard cot mattress up to 140cmx70cm. The design is simple and modern with an oval shape that'll boost your baby's feelings of safety and security. It's the smallest cot on our list but it has plenty of space for your little one to sleep in.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic

This is a lovely choice to get a distinctive vintage-looking cot bed. It has rounded dowel slats to create an aesthetic that is different from others in this price range. It also offers extra convenience for your child with three heights for the base to fit their needs. This will help you avoid having to bend down to pick up your baby.

It's also a good choice when you have a smaller nursery, sloped ceilings or don't want to take up too much floor space with your crib bed. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor says: "It is a statement piece that takes up less space than you imagine."

The curved sleigh design on the cot's end adds a touch of elegance to any nursery. It can be used from birth until your child is around four years old and then it transforms into an adult bed by taking off the side rails and lower the ends. It comes with a premium 140cm x 70cm mattress and includes a large under drawer with handles and runners for easy access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

This elegant cot made by Obaby is the final choice in our roundup. It has a sleigh design but doesn't have that chunky feeling that you usually get from these kinds of beds. And it also comes with a handy drawer underneath which allows you to keep everything your baby needs in reach.

This cot can grow with your child's. You can take the rails off and convert it to a toddler bed. Once they grow beyond that, you can turn it into a practical daybed.

This cot bed is constructed from solid pine and features a stunning hand-carved design. The hand-carved edges are beautifully integrated into the curved rear side rail to set it apart from other cot beds and make an extremely luxurious option. The deluxe base mattress can be set in two positions, making it easier to place your newborn without needing to lean over. The teething rails safeguard your Baby Cot Bed's gums while they are teething.

This 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 with useful pictures. However, if you're worried about your DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for PS60 which includes fixing it to the wall if needed and removing all the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-style cot is an excellent option for parents who want their baby to grow into a piece of furniture that they'll treasure. It's durable and well-constructed, so it will last for a long time, plus it's easy to put together and adjust as your baby grows. The tester liked the fact that there aren't any gaps around the edges of the Mini Cot Bed, so your baby won't fall out of to bed.

It can also be converted into a bed for toddlers when your child is old enough. With an Allen key you can remove the side bars as well as the solid end pieces to transform it into a traditional-style bed. It will remain in the room of your child for many years.

Despite its stunning design, this cot is actually quite affordable. It was rated the best value cot-bed by our tester, even though you still need to buy the mattress separately. It's also the easiest flatpack cot to assemble and comes with every piece labeled alphabetically so you can't go wrong.

The main drawback of this crib is that you will need to purchase a mattress separately, which might be off-putting for some parents. It's important to remember that you'll need to replace the mattress of your child at least once per month, and occasionally more frequently. This isn't an issue. Plus, it's made from natural wood, so you'll be able to be comfortable about purchasing it.

Great Little Trading Little Wren Cotbed

A sturdy and stylish cot with a classic design This Good Little Trading Company option is an excellent value for money. It includes a space-saving changing table that clips to the top of the cot to speed up nappy changes. It can be tucked away in a safe place under the cot once baby is finished. It could also be transformed into a bed for toddlers with three mattress heights.

This 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 constructed from sustainably sourced wood - in this case it's a mixture of Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and includes three mattress bases to adapt to the needs of the growing needs of your child.

Grace the tester, a parent, loved that the sides were slatted, and did not have any sharp edges which could pose a risk to children. It's also a great option for rooms with small cot beds or sloped ceilings as it occupies a tiny area, with only the side panel separating the cot from the bedroom for your toddler.

The cot is designed to comply with the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was easy due to the alphabetically labeled pieces and clear instructions. The cot comes with teething rails and a swivel-rocking frame. You can also install drawers under the bed to store your toys, clothes and nappies.