When you're looking at cot beds for sale you need a product that's solid, safe and of adequate in size. This model is made by hand and it ticks all the boxes. Our panel liked the mixture of pine and white.
This cot bed includes all the features you'll need, like an area for storage, teething rails, and two height settings. It's also easy to assemble and looks fantastic in any nursery.
Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed
The mamas and papas coxley crib is full of amazing design features that follow an artistically designed aesthetic. It's durable, converting seamlessly into a toddler bed. It will surely be with your baby from the time they're born until four years old.
The slightly tapered legs make it a more modern take on the traditional cot. It has three mattress positions that can be adjusted to fit your baby's growth, and a lower base which adds safety. The cot also has an under-cot storage drawer, as well as teething rails to protect your baby's gums as they get their first teeth.
Megan Our parent tester, really liked this cot-bed. It was easy to assemble it was beautiful, and looked gorgeous. It also had many other features like a useful storage drawer. She also liked that it was gender neutral which meant she could give it to the next generation of babies.
You'll also have to purchase a mattress separately, as the cot beds don't always include a mattress. You should choose a firm, flat baby mattress that is the correct size. The best cot mattress is made of springs, foam, or coir. It should be inspected and certified in accordance with British safety standards BS 5852+A1:2012 or BS 1877-10/1997.
The height of the cot should be no more than 55cm to prevent your child from climbing out. The distance between the bars should be no greater than 6.5cm, so that your child's head doesn't be trapped within them.
Stokke snuzkot
This eye-catching cot from a Scandi brand adds a fun style to the nursery with the slats coloured to add the right amount of color to make your baby feel at home. It's a great choice for any nursery and blends seamlessly into the rest of your decor, and comes with the matching changing unit to tie everything together. This cot is available in two neutral shades - white or soft grey. it takes only an hour to put together with the clear instructions and separate packs of screws that will help you.The cot bed will expand with your child, with the option of a junior extension kit which can allow them to grow up to the age of five. This is a high-end option that comes with a price to match. However, if you're looking to purchase nursery furniture that will last for a long time, it's worth considering.
It is suitable from birth. The mattress can be placed high for easy access by your child. It's also built to last and will fit standard cot mattresses that measure up to 140cm x 70cm. The design is modern and sleek with an oval shape that will boost your baby's sense of safety and security. This is the smallest cot on our list, yet it offers plenty of room for your baby to rest.
Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed
This is a lovely choice if you're after a unique vintage-looking cot bed. 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 heights for the base to fit their requirements. This will help you avoid having to bend down to take your baby.
It's also a great alternative if your nursery is a small size or ceilings that are sloped or you don't want the 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 expect."
The curved sleigh design on the cot's end adds a touch elegance to any nursery. It can be used until your child reaches the age of four and then converted into a junior bed simply by cutting off the side rails. It is equipped with a 140cm x 70cm 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 last cot we'll be discussing is this elegant model from Obaby. It's a sleigh-style design but doesn't have that chunky feeling that you usually get from these kinds of beds. And it also comes with an under-bed drawer that lets you keep everything your baby needs easily within reach.
This cot can grow with your child. You can take off the side rails to transform it to a toddler bed. And when they are old enough, you can even turn it into a useful day bed.
This cot bed has stunning design and is hand-carved from solid pine. The carvings on the ends blend beautifully with the curved side rails to distinguish it from other cot beds and create an extremely luxurious option. The luxurious base mattress can be set in two different positions which makes it easier to place your newborn without needing to lean over. It also includes teething rails to protect your little one's delicate gums during their teething period.
Despite being fairly expensive it's a stunning cot that will impress your family and friends when they visit. The instructions are easy to follow and come with helpful pictures. If you're worried about your DIY skills, John Lewis provides an assembly service at an additional PS60. This includes fixing it to the wall, if needed, and disposing of the packaging.
Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed
This sleigh-styled cot bed can be a wonderful option for parents who want to gift their child with something they can treasure. It is sturdy and well-made and will last for many years. It's also simple to assemble and adjust as your child grows. The test subject was impressed the fact that there aren't any gaps around the edges of the cot so your baby won't fall out of to bed.
It's also cleverly designed to turn into a toddler bed when your child is ready. Simply remove the sides 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 years to come.
The cot appears expensive, however, it's actually quite affordable. It was rated the top value cot-bed by our testers even though you require an additional mattress. It's also the quickest flatpack cot you can build. Each piece is alphabetically labelled and there's no way to go wrong.
The main drawback to this crib is that you will need to purchase a mattress separately that could be uncomfortable for some parents. However, it's worth remembering that you'll likely need to replace your child's mattress at least every year, and sometimes more frequently, so this isn't really a big deal. It's also made of natural wood, which means you can feel good when you buy it.
Great Little Trading Little Wren Cotbed
This Good Little Trading Company option offers a stylish and sturdy cot with a traditional design. It's extremely affordable. It comes with a space-saving coordinating changing table that snaps neatly onto the top of the cot for super-speedy changing nappy. It can be tucked away in a safe place under the cot once baby is finished. It can also be transformed into a toddler's bed with three mattress heights.
This cot is an impressively durable option that is suitable for use up to the time your child is four years old. old (or even longer if you purchase the additional toddler bed conversion kit). It's also constructed from sustainably sourced wood - in this instance it's a mix of Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and has three mattress positions that you can adapt to the needs of your growing child.
Parents test Grace liked that the slatted sides were easy to clean and didn't have sharp edges that could pose an issue for toddlers. It's an excellent choice for small rooms with ceilings that slope since it occupies only a small amount of floor space. The side panel is what separates the cot and your toddler's room.
The cot is built to meet the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was easy thanks to alphabetically labelled pieces and clear instructions. A swivel rocking frame and teething rail are included too, and you can add under-bed storage drawers to store more nappies, toys and clothes If you'd like.
