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When you're looking at cot beds for sale you want a bed that is solid, safe and of an appropriate size. This model is made by hand and ticks all the boxes. Our panel was impressed by its mix of white and pine.

This cot bed has all the added features, including a storage drawer teething rails, two height positions. It's also simple to put together and looks stunning in any nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The coxley cot-bed made by mamas and papas is packed with stunning features that are designed to follow an exquisitely designed style. It's also built to last and can easily be converted into a toddler bed and will surely be with your baby from the time they're born until four years old.

Its slightly tapered feet make it a modern take on the traditional cot. Cot Bed Cots 4 Tots UK has three mattress positions that can be adjusted to suit your baby's growth and also an lower base that adds safety. The cot also has an under-cot storage drawer as well as teething rails that 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 it was easy-to-assemble it looked stunning and came with many other features like a useful drawer for storage. She also appreciated the fact that it's gender neutral, so you can pass it down to future children.

You'll also have to purchase an additional mattress, since cot beds do not always include a mattress. You'll need to choose a firm, flat baby mattress that is the correct size. The best cot mattresses are made from foam, spring or coir. They should be inspected and certified to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 552:1991+A1:2012.

The cot itself must have a maximum height of 55cm so that your child isn't able to get out. The distance between the bars should be no more than 6.5cm, so that your child's head doesn't get trapped in the bars.

Stokke snuzkot

The dazzling cot, which is made by a 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 at home. It's the perfect suitable for a variety of nurseries, and the changing table that comes with it will make it all more cohesive. The cot comes in two neutral shades: white or soft grey. it takes just an hour to assemble, with the clear instructions and separate packs of screws aiding you in the process.

The cot bed will expand with your child, and includes the option to add an extension kit for juniors which can take them up to around age five. It's a top-quality option with a price tag to match, but if you're looking to invest in an item of furniture for the nursery that will last, this is worth considering.

It's suitable from birth and has three useful mattress base heights, so you can assemble it with the mattress high to make it easier for your baby to take out and in from. It is also made of a durable material and will fit a standard cot mattress that measure up to 140cm x 70cm. The design is modern and sleek with an oval shape that can boost your baby's sense of safety and security. It's the small cot on our list however it still offers plenty of space for your little one to sleep in.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed

This is a great option for those looking for a unique vintage-looking cot bed. It is made of dowels with rounded edges that create a unique aesthetic from other cot beds in this price range. It also offers extra convenience for your baby with three different heights of base to meet their needs. This will save you from having to bend down to pick up your baby.

It's also a good choice if you have a smaller nursery, sloped ceilings or do not want to take up too much floor space with your crib bed. Our Deputy Editor Heidi Scrimgeour says: "It's an impressive piece that takes up less room than you might expect from its appearance."

The curved sleigh details on the cot ends gives 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 removing the side rails. It comes with a premium 140cm x 70cm mattress. It also features a large under-drawer with handles and runners to make it easy to access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

This elegant cot made by Obaby is the final choice in our roundup. It has a sleigh design but doesn't have that bulky feeling that you usually get from these kinds of beds. And it also comes with a drawer underneath that allows you to keep all the baby essentials easily within reach.

The cot can expand with your child. You can take the rails off and transform it into an infant bed. When they are beyond that then you can convert it into a useful day bed.

This cot bed has stunning design and is hand-carved from solid pine. The carved ends flow into the curving side rails to create the most luxurious cot bed. The mattress base is deluxe and can be lowered in two positions to make it easier to place your baby down without having to bend. It also comes with teething rails to protect your baby's delicate gums throughout their teething phase.

This cot isn't expensive, but it's stunning and will impress your family and friends who visit. It's simple to build and the instructions are easy to follow with useful pictures. However, if you're worried about your own DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for PS60 which includes fixing it to the wall when needed and removing all the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-styled cot bed can be a wonderful choice for parents who wish to give their child something they can cherish. It's sturdy and well-made so will last for a long time. It's also simple to build and adjust as your child grows. The tester liked the fact that there aren't any gaps around the edges of the cot so your baby won't fall out of bed.

It's also cleverly designed to convert into a toddler bed when your child is ready. With an Allen key, you can remove the side bars and the solid end pieces to transform it into traditional-style beds. It will be in your child's room for many years.

Despite being so premium-looking the cot is quite affordable. It was rated the best value cot-bed by our testers even though you need to buy a mattress separately. It's also the quickest flatpack cot you can assemble, with every piece labelled 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 major issue. It is important to keep in mind that you will need to change the mattress of your child at least once per month, and occasionally more often. So this is not an problem. Additionally, it's made of natural wood, so you'll be able to be comfortable about purchasing it.

Great Little Trading Little Wren Cotbed

This Good Little Trading Company option offers a stylish and sturdy cot that is traditional in design. It's incredibly affordable. It includes a space-saving changing table that clips neatly onto the top of the cot to speed up changing nappy. It can be stored securely under the cot when baby is finished. It can also be transformed into a bed for toddlers with three mattress heights.

This cot can be used until your child reaches the age of four (or longer if you purchase the toddler bed conversion kit). It's also made from sustainably sourced wood - in this instance it's a mix of Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and includes three mattress bases to adjust to the growing needs of your child.

Parent tester Grace was impressed that the slatted sides were simple to clean and didn't have sharp edges that could pose an issue for toddlers. It's an excellent choice for small rooms with sloped ceilings because it occupies only a small amount of floor space. The side panel is the only thing that divides the cot from the room for your toddler.

The cot was designed to meet the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was easy thanks to the alphabetically-labelled pieces and clear instructions. A rocking frame with swivel and teething rails are included, as well as the option to add drawers under the bed for extra storage space toys, nappies and clothes should you wish to.

Website: https://www.cots4tots.co.uk/