Guide To Cot Beds: The Intermediate Guide To Cot Beds

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 adequate in size. This handmade model checks all the boxes, and our panel was impressed by its clever mix of natural and white pine.

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

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The mamas and papas coxley cot bed is brimming with wonderful design features that follow an exquisitely crafted look. It's also built to last and easily converts into a toddler bed. It is sure to keep your child safe from birth until four years old.

Its slightly tapered feet give it a modern take on the traditional cot. It has three mattress positions that can be adjusted to fit your baby's size and an lower base that adds security. The cot also has a handy under-cot storage drawer, as well as teething rails to protect your Baby Cot's gums when they begin to get their first teeth.

Our tester for parents Megan loved this cot bed. She said it was easy-to-assemble, looked beautiful and had many extra features including an useful drawer for storage. She also liked that it was gender neutral and she could give it to the next generation of babies.

Another thing to keep in mind is that cot beds don't always come with a mattress, so you'll need to purchase it separately. You should choose a firm, flat baby mattress that is the correct size. The best mattress for cots and tots is made of foam, spring or coir and should be certified to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 552:1991+A1:2012.

The cot should have a height limit of 55cm so that your child can't climb out. The distance between the bars should not be more than 6.5cm, so that your child's head doesn't get caught in them.

Stokke snuzkot

This dazzling cot from the Scandi brand adds a fun vibe to the nursery, with the coloured slats adding an element of color that will make your baby feel at in their own home. It's an ideal choice for any nursery and seamlessly blends with the rest of your decor, and comes with a matching changing unit to tie everything together. The cot is available in two neutral shades white and soft grey. It takes just an hour to assemble, thanks to the clear directions and separate screws packs.

The cot bed will expand with your child, with the option of adding a junior extension kit which can take them up to the age of five. This is a top-of-the-line option with a price to match. If you want to invest in furniture for your nursery that will last for years, it's worth looking into.

It's suitable for babies and features three handy mattress base heights so that you can set it up with the mattress up high to make it easy for your little one to move in and out of. It's also sturdy and fits standard cot mattresses up to 140cm x 70cm. The design is modern and simple, with an elegant oval shape that will increase your baby's sense of safety and security. It's the smallest cot on our list but still has plenty of space for your baby to sleep in.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic

This is a lovely choice for those looking for a unique vintage-style cot bed. It has rounded dowels that create a unique aesthetic from other cot beds in this price range. It has three levels of the base to meet their needs. This means that you won't have to bend over to pick them up from bed, which could save your back.

This is a good option for a nursery that is small dimensions with a sloped ceiling, or you don't want your cot bed to take up lots of floor space. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor, says: "It is a statement piece and takes up less space than you would expect."

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

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

The last cot we'll be discussing is this elegant alternative from Obaby. It's a sleigh style but doesn't have that bulky feel you often get with these types of beds and it also has a handy drawer underneath which lets you keep everything your baby needs within easy reach.

One of the most appealing aspects about this cot is that it can adjust to your child's needs as they change and grow. You can remove the rails and make it an infant bed. When they are out of it the cot, you can transform it into a useful day bed.

The cot bed is constructed out of solid pine, and has an exquisite hand-carved design. The carved edges flow into the curving side rails to create the most luxurious cot bed. The deluxe base mattress can be lowered in two positions, making it easier to place your newborn without having to bend over. The teething rails safeguard your baby's gums while they are teething.

This cot isn't expensive, but it's stunning and will impress your family and friends when they come to visit. The instructions are simple to follow and contain useful photos. If you're worried about your DIY skills, John Lewis provides an assembly service that costs PS60. This includes fixing it to the wall, if necessary and removing the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-styled cot bed can be a fantastic option for parents who want to give their child a piece of furniture they can treasure. It is sturdy and well-made which means it will last a long time. It's also easy to assemble and adjust as your child grows. Our tester found it particularly helpful that the cot does not have any gaps around the edges so that your child will not fall out of bed.

It's also cleverly designed to transform into a toddler bed once your child is ready. It's as easy as removing 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 the cot is relatively affordable. Our tester said it was the best crib newborn value cot bed she's ever tested, especially as you still need to purchase an additional mattress. It is also the fastest flatpack cot that you can put together. Each piece is alphabetically labelled and there's no way to go wrong.

The main drawback of this crib is that you will need to buy a separate mattress that could be uncomfortable for some parents. But, it's important to remember that you'll likely have to replace your child's mattress at least once a year, and sometimes more frequently, so this isn't really a big deal. Additionally, it's made of natural wood, so you can feel good about your purchase.

Great Little Trading Little Wren Cotbed

This Good Little Trading Company option provides a sturdy and stylish cot that is traditional in design. It is incredibly affordable. It is equipped with a space-saving changing table that clips neatly to the top of the cot to speed up nappy changes. Once baby is done with this, it folds completely away beneath the cot. It could also be transformed 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 more if you purchase the additional toddler bed conversion kit). It's also made of sustainable wood - specifically it's a mix of Australian Araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and includes three mattress bases to accommodate the growing needs of your child.

Grace the tester, a parent was delighted that the sides were slatted and didn't have sharp edges that could pose a risk to children. It's also a clever option for rooms with tiny spaces and ceilings with slopes, since it takes up very little floor space, with just the side panel separating the cot from your bedroom for your toddler.

The cot is built to meet the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was simple thanks to alphabetically labelled pieces and clear instructions. A swivel rocking frame and teething rails are included, too, and you can add drawers under the bed for more room to stash toys, nappies and clothes If you'd like.