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Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals

When you're looking for cot beds for sale you want a bed that is secure, durable and a good size. This hand-crafted model ticks all the boxes and our panel members loved its unique mix of white and natural pine.

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

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The mamas and papas coxley crib is full of amazing features that are designed to follow an exquisitely crafted look. It is also built to last. It converts seamlessly into a toddler's crib and will carry your child through from birth until the age of four.

Its slightly tapered legs give it a more contemporary take on the traditional cot. It comes with three mattress positions that can be adjusted to fit your baby's size, and the lower base, which increases security. The cot also has an under-cot storage drawer as well as teething rails to protect your baby's gums as they begin to develop their first teeth.

Megan Our parent tester, really liked this cot-bed. She said that it was easy to assemble it was beautiful, and looked gorgeous. It also had many extra features, including storage drawers that are useful. She also appreciated the fact that it was gender neutral which meant she could pass it on to future babies.

You'll also need to purchase a mattress separately, as cot beds usually do not come with a mattress. You'll need to choose a firm baby mattress that is flat and is the correct size. The ideal cot mattress is made of foam, springs or coir. It must be inspected and certified in accordance with British safety standards BS 5852+A1:2012 or BS 1877-10/1997.

The cot's height should be no more than 55cm, to prevent your child from escaping. The gap between the bars shouldn't exceed 6.5cm to stop your child's head from becoming stuck.

Stokke snuzkot

This dazzling cot, made by the Scandi company, adds an exciting vibe to the nursery. The slats in a variety of colors provide a splash of colour that makes your child feel comfortable. It's the perfect fit for most nurseries, and the changing unit that matches will tie it all together. This cot comes in two neutral colours - white and soft grey. It takes just an hour to assemble, thanks to the clear instructions and screws that are separate.

The cot bed can expand with your child. It is possible to add a junior extension kit which will allow them to the age of five. It's a top-quality option with a price tag that will match, but if 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 that you can assemble it with the mattress high to make it easier for your child to take out and in from. It's also made of durable materials and fits standard cot mattress up to 140cm by 70cm. The design is sleek and modern with an oval shape that can boost your baby's sense of safety and security. This is the smallest cot in our list, yet it provides plenty of space for your baby to lay down.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic

This is a lovely choice to get a distinctive vintage-looking cot bed. It has rounded dowels that create a unique aesthetic that is different from other cot beds in this price range. It has three heights of base for your baby to meet their needs. This means you don't need to bend to get them out of the bed, which can save your back.

It's also a great option if your nursery has an insignificant size or ceilings that are sloped or you don't want the cot bed to take up a lot 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 detailing on the cot bed ends provide a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used until your child reaches the age of four, and then transformed to a junior bed by taking off the rails on the sides. It includes a 140cmx70cm Finest mattress and a large under-drawer on the handles and runners to make it easy to access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

This stylish cot made by Obaby is the final option in our roundup. It's a sleigh bed however, it doesn't look bulky like other beds of this type. It also has a drawer beneath to keep all your baby essentials in one place.

This cot can grow with your child. You can take the rails off and convert it to an infant cot bed bed. Once they grow out of it then you can convert it into a useful day bed.

This cot bed is made of solid pine and has an exquisite hand-carved design. The hand-carved edges flow beautifully into the curved side rails to distinguish it from other cot beds and make a truly luxurious choice. The mattress base is deluxe and can be lowered by two positions to make it easier to place your baby down without bending. It also has teething rails to safeguard your Baby Cot's delicate gums throughout their teething phase.

This cot is not inexpensive, but it's gorgeous and will be a hit with your family and friends when they visit. It's simple to assemble and the instructions are clear with helpful photos, however if you're worried about your DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for PS60 which includes fixing it to the wall when required and disposing of all the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-styled cot bed will be a great option for parents who want to give their child an item of furniture that they can treasure. It's durable and well-constructed, so it will endure the test of time, plus it's easy to build and adjust as your child grows. Our test subject found it especially helpful that the Mini Cot Bed does not have any gaps along the edges so your baby will not be thrown out of 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 stay in the room of your child for many years.

Although it looks expensive, this cot is actually quite affordable. It was rated as the top value cot-bed by our testers even though you need to buy an additional mattress. It's also the most efficient flatpack cot that you can put together. Each piece is alphabetically labelled so you can't go wrong.

The main drawback of this cot is that you need to buy a separate mattress which may be a bit uncomfortable for some parents. It is important to keep in mind that you'll need to replace the mattress of your child at least once a month, and sometimes more often. This isn't a big issue. It's also made from natural wood, which means you can feel confident when purchasing it.

great crib Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

This Good Little Trading Company option provides a sturdy and stylish cot with a traditional design. It is incredibly affordable. It is equipped with a space-saving changing table that clips onto the top of the cot for quick nappy changes. When baby is finished with this, it tucks safely away underneath the cot. It can also be converted into a bed for toddlers with three mattress heights.

This cot is able to be used until your child reaches the age of four (or longer if you buy the additional 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 - and has three mattress bases so you can adjust it to your child's changing requirements.

Parent tester Grace was impressed that the slatted sides were easy to clean and didn't have any sharp edges that could be a hazard for little ones. It's also a great option for rooms with small or ceilings that slope, as it takes up a small amount of area, with only the side panel separating the cot from the bedroom for your toddler.

The cot meets the high safety standards set by BS EN 716, and the assembly was easy thanks to alphabetically labelled parts and straightforward instructions. The cot also has a teething rail and swivel-rocking frame. You can also install drawers under the bed to store clothes, toys and nappies.