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When it comes to cot beds for sale you want a bed that is secure, durable and an appropriate size. This hand-crafted model ticks all the boxes, and our panel was impressed by its clever mix of white and natural pine.

This cot bed has all the added extras such as a storage drawer teething rails, two height positions. It's also simple to build and looks great crib in any baby nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The coxley cot-bed by mamas and papas is brimming with great design features, all based on an exquisitely designed style. It's built to last and easily converts into a toddler bed. It will surely keep your child safe from the time they're born until four years old.

Its slightly tapered legs give it a more modern alternative to the traditional cot. It also has three mattress positions that can be adjusted to fit your growing baby, and a lower base for more safety. The mini cot beds also has an under-cot storage drawer, as well as teething rails that protect your baby's gums as they begin to develop their first teeth.

Our parent tester Megan loved this cot bed. She said it was easy to assemble and was gorgeous. It also came with many extra features, including a useful storage drawer. She also liked the fact that it's gender neutral, so it can be passed down to future children.

You'll also need to buy an additional mattress, since the cot beds don't always come with one. You should choose a firm, flat mattress that is the ideal size for your baby. The best cot mattress is made from springs, foam 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 itself must have a maximum height of 55cm so that your child isn't able to get out. The space between the bars shouldn't be more than 6.5cm to stop your child's head from becoming stuck.

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The dazzling cot, which is made by a Scandi company, adds an enjoyable feel to the nursery. The slats in a variety of colors add a pop that will make your child feel comfortable. It's a great design for any nursery, and the matching changing unit will tie it all together. The cot is available in two neutral colors white and soft grey. It takes just an hour to assemble, thanks to the clear directions and screws that are separate.

The cot bed can grow with your child. It comes with the option of an extension kit for juniors that can take them up to about age five. This is a premium option with a price to match. However, if you want to invest in nursery furniture that lasts for a long time, it's worth looking into.

It's suitable from birth and has three useful mattress base heights, so you can set it up with the mattress raised to make it easier for your child to move in and out of. It's also made of a durable material and can be used with cot mattresses up to 140cm by 70cm. The design is simple and modern and features an elegant oval shape that will boost your baby's feelings of safety and security. This is the smallest cot on our list, yet it provides plenty of space for your baby to sleep.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed

This is a lovely choice to get a distinctive vintage-looking cot bed. It features rounded dowels that give it a distinct look that is different from other cot beds in this price range. It also offers extra convenience for your baby, with three heights for the base to fit their needs. This will help you avoid having to bend down to pick up your baby.

This is 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 takes up less room than you might imagine from its appearance."

The curved sleigh detailing on the ends of the cot bed provide a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used until your child is four and then converted into a junior bed simply by taking off the side rails. It comes with a 140cm x70cm Finest mattress and a large under-drawer on the handles and runners to make it easy to access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

The final cot in our round-up is this elegant option from Obaby. It's a sleigh bed but it doesn't feel bulky like other beds of this type. It also has a drawer beneath to keep all of your baby's essentials close at hand.

This cot will grow with your child. You can remove the rails and make it a toddler bed. When they are out of it then you can convert it into an useful daybed.

The cot bed is constructed of solid pine and has an amazing hand-carved design. The carved edges flow into the curves of the side rails, creating the most luxurious cot bed. The premium mattress can be lowered in two positions making it easy to position your baby without having to turn over. The teething rails guard your baby's gums when they are teething.

Despite the fact that it is quite costly however, it's a beautiful cot that is sure to delight your family and friends when they visit. It's easy to put together and the instructions are clear with helpful photos, however if you're worried about your DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for an additional PS60 that includes fixing it to the wall when needed and removing all the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-style cot is an excellent choice for parents who want their baby to grow up in a piece of furniture they will cherish. It's well-constructed and sturdy, so will last for a long time. It's also simple to build and adjust as your baby grows. The test subject was impressed that there are no gaps around the edges of the cot, so your baby won't fall out of bed.

It is also able to be transformed into a toddler's bed when your child is old enough. With an Allen key, you can remove the side bars and solid end pieces to transform it into traditional-style beds. It will remain in the room of your child for a long time.

This cot looks expensive but it's actually very affordable. Our tester called it the best cot beds value cot bed she's ever tested and especially since you require an additional mattress. It's also the quickest flatpack cot to put together and is labeled alphabetically, making it impossible to go wrong.

The biggest drawback of this cot is that it requires an additional mattress. For some parents, this may be a deal-breaker. However, it's worth remembering that you'll probably need to replace the mattress of your child at least every year, and sometimes more often which isn't an issue. It's also made of natural wood, so you can be comfortable about purchasing it.

Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

A stylish and sturdy 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 snaps neatly onto the top rated cots of the cot for quick changing nappy. When baby is finished with this, it folds completely away beneath the cot. It also transforms into a toddler bed when the time comes with three mattress sizes to pick from.

This cot is able to be used until your child reaches the age of four (or longer if you purchase the additional 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 has three mattress base positions to accommodate the growing needs of your child.

Grace the tester, a parent was delighted that the sides were slatted and did not have sharp edges that could pose a threat to children. It's a great choice for rooms with sloped ceilings because it occupies only a small amount of floor space. The side panel is all that divides the cot from the room of your toddler.

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