Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals
When it comes to the cot beds that are available you need a product that's secure, durable and a good size. This hand-crafted model ticks all the boxes and our panel was impressed by its clever combination of white and natural pine.
This cot bed comes with all the extras you'll need, like an area for storage as well as teething rails and two height settings. It is also easy to put together, and looks fantastic in any baby nursery.
Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed
The coxley cot bed by mamas and papas is brimming with stunning features that are designed to follow an exquisitely designed style. It's durable, converting seamlessly into a toddler bed and will surely be with your baby from the time they're born until four years old.
Its slightly tapered legs give it a more modern take on the traditional cot. It also has three adjustable mattress positions to fit your growing baby, and a lower base for more security. The cot also has a handy under-cot storage drawer as well as teething rails to protect your baby's gums when they begin to develop their first teeth.
Megan Our tester for parents, really liked this cot-bed. She said that it was easy to assemble and was gorgeous. It also came with lots of extra features including a useful storage drawer. She also appreciated the fact the fact that it was gender neutral which meant she could give it to future babies.
You'll also have to purchase a mattress separately, as cot beds usually do not include a mattress. You'll need to select a flat, firm mattress that is the perfect size for your baby. The most suitable mattresses for cots are made of foam, spring or coir and should be certified to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 195852:1991+A1 2012.
The cot should have a height limit of 55cm, so that your child isn't able to climb out. The gap between the bars should not exceed 6.5cm to keep your child's head from becoming trapped.
Stokke snuzkot
This dazzling cot from the Scandi brand gives a lively vibe to the nursery, with the coloured slats adding the right amount of color to make your child feel at the home of their dreams. It's a perfect choice for any nursery and blends seamlessly into your design scheme, with an accompanying changing unit to tie it all together. The cot is available in two neutral colors white and soft grey. It will take just one hour to put together, due to the clear instructions and screws that are separate.
The cot bed can grow with your child. It comes with the option of a junior extension kit which can allow them to grow up to the age of five. It's a high-end option with the price tag to match, but if planning to invest in a piece of nursery furniture that will last, this is well worth considering.
It's suitable for babies and comes with three convenient mattress base heights, meaning you can assemble it with the mattress up high to make it easy for your baby to move in and out of. It is also made of a durable material and fits standard cot mattress up to 140cmx70cm. The design is modern and simple with a sleek oval shape that'll enhance your baby's feeling of security and safety. This is the smallest of cots on our list, but it still has 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 from other cot beds in this price range. It also provides extra comfort for your baby with three different heights of base to meet their needs. This will prevent you from having to bend over to pick up your baby.
This is also a great option for a nursery that is an insignificant size or ceilings that are sloped or you don't want your cot bed to take up a lot of floor space. Our Deputy Editor Heidi Scrimgeour says: "It's an eye-catching piece that takes up less room than you might imagine from its appearance."
The curved sleigh design on the cot bed's ends provide a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used from birth until about four years old. cots 4 tots transforms into an adult bed by taking off the side rails and lowering the ends. It comes with a 140cm x70cm The most comfortable mattress and a huge under-drawer on runners and handles to make it easy to access.
Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed
This stylish cot from 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 types of beds. Additionally, it also has a drawer underneath that lets you keep everything your baby needs easily within reach.
One of the best things about this cot is that it can adapt with your child as they change and grow. You can remove the rails and make it a toddler bed. Once they've grown out of that then you can convert it into an useful day bed.
This cot bed is made from solid pine and features an amazing hand-carved design. The carved ends are incorporated into the curves of the side rails, creating an extremely luxurious cot bed. The premium mattress can be adjusted in two positions which makes it easier to place your newborn without needing to turn over. The teething rails guard your baby's gums when they are teething.
The cot isn't inexpensive, but it's gorgeous and will be a hit with your family and friends who visit. It's simple to build and the instructions are clear and include helpful photos, however if you're worried about your own DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for an additional PS60 that includes fixing it to the wall if required and disposing of all the packaging.
Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed
This sleigh-style cot is a smart option for parents who want their child to grow up in a piece of furniture they'll cherish. It's sturdy and well-constructed which means it will last an extended period of time. It's also simple to assemble and adjust as your child grows. The tester was pleased the fact that there aren't any gaps around the edges of the cot, so your baby won't fall from bed.
It's also cleverly designed to convert into a toddler bed once your child is ready. Simply remove the sides bars and solid ends with 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.
This cot looks expensive, however, it's actually quite affordable. It was rated as the top value cot-bed by our tester even though you need to buy an additional mattress. It's also the most simple flatpack cot to put together and comes with every piece labeled alphabetically, so you won't get wrong.
The biggest drawback with this cot is that you need to purchase a mattress separately which may be a bit uncomfortable for some parents. It's important to remember that you will need to change the mattress of your child at least once per month, and sometimes more often. So this is not a big issue. It's also made of natural wood, so you'll be able to feel confident when purchasing it.
Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed
A sturdy and stylish cot that has a classic design, this Good Little Trading Company option is great value for money. It is equipped with a space-saving changing table that snaps neatly onto the top of the cot for super-speedy changing nappy. It can be tucked away safely under the cot when baby is finished. It can also be transformed into a toddler's bed by using three mattress heights.
This cot can be used until your child reaches the age of four (or longer if you buy the toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also constructed from sustainably sourced hardwood a blend between Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata in this case - and has three mattress bases so you can adjust it to meet your child's evolving needs.
Parents test Grace liked that the slatted sides were easy to clean and didn't come with sharp edges that could pose dangerous for children. It's a great option for rooms with sloped ceilings since it occupies little floor space. The side panel is the only thing that separates the cot and the room for your toddler.
The cot is designed to meet the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was simple thanks to the alphabetically-labelled pieces and clear instructions. The cot comes with teething rails and a swivel-rocking frame. You can also put in drawers under the bed to store your toys, clothes and nappies.