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Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals

When you're looking at cot beds for sale you need a product that's safe, sturdy and an appropriate size. This model is constructed by hand, and it checks all the boxes. Our panel was impressed by its combination of pine and white.

This crib bed comes with all the extras you need, such as a storage compartment as well as teething rails and two height settings. It is also simple to assemble, and will look great in any nursery for babies.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The mamas and papas coxley crib is full of amazing design features that follow an exquisitely crafted look. It's durable and can easily be converted into a toddler bed and is sure to 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 has three mattress positions that can be adjusted to fit your baby's growing needs, 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 tester for parents, really liked this cot-bed. She said it was easy-to-assemble, looked beautiful and had numerous extra features, including a useful storage drawer. She also appreciated the fact that it was gender-neutral which meant she could give it to the next generation of babies.

You'll also need to purchase a mattress on your own, as cot beds do not always come with one. You'll need to choose a firm, flat baby mattress that is the correct size. The most suitable mattresses for cots are made of springs, foam or coir and should be inspected and certified to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 195852:1991+A1 2012.

The cot itself must have a maximum height of 55cm, so that your child can't climb out. The distance between the bars shouldn't 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 gives a lively vibe to the nursery, with the slats that are coloured adding a pop of colour that'll make your little one feel at the home of their dreams. It's a great suitable for a variety of nurseries, and the matching changing unit will tie it all together. This cot is available in two neutral colours white and soft grey. It takes only an hour to put together, due to the clear instructions and separate screws packs.

This cot bed will grow with your child. It comes with the option of adding an extension kit for juniors that can allow them to grow up to the age of five. This is a top-of-the-line option that comes with a price to match. If you're looking to invest in nursery furniture that lasts for many years, it's definitely worth looking into.

It is suitable from the time of birth. The mattress can be set up high to allow easy access for your child. It's also built to last and will fit standard cot mattresses of up to 140cm x 70cm. The design is modern and sleek with an oval shape that will increase your baby's sense of security and comfort. 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 an excellent choice for those who want a vintage-style cot sale bed. It features dowel slats that are rounded to create a look distinct from other cots in this price range. It also offers additional convenience for your baby, with three different heights of base to meet their needs. This means that you won't have to crouch to lift them from bed, which could save your back.

It's also a good option when you have a smaller nursery, with a sloped ceiling or don't want to take up the floor with your cot bed. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor, says: "It is a statement piece that takes up less space than you expect."

The curved sleigh details on the cot bed ends bring a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used from birth until your child is around four years old and then it transforms into a junior bed by taking the side rails off and lower both ends. It includes a 140cmx70cm premium mattress as well as a large under-drawer on runners and handles to make it easy to access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

The last cot we'll be discussing is this elegant alternative from Obaby. It's a sleigh bed, but it's not big like other sleigh beds. It also has a drawer beneath to keep all of your baby's necessities close by.

One of the best baby cots things about this cot is that it can change with your child as they grow and change. You can remove the side rails to transform it into a toddler bed, and once they outgrow that you can turn it into a practical day bed.

This cot bed is constructed out of solid pine, and has a stunning hand-carved design. The carvings on the ends flow beautifully into the curved rear side rail to differentiate it from other cot beds, creating an exquisite choice. The deluxe base mattress can be adjusted in two positions which makes it easier to position your baby cot online without having to bend over. It also includes teething rails to safeguard your baby's delicate gums during their period of teething.

This cot is not expensive, but it's beautiful and 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 mounting it on the wall, if necessary and removing the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia cot bed sales Bed

This sleigh-style cot is a smart option for parents who want their child to grow into a piece of furniture they will cherish. It's well-constructed and sturdy, so will endure the test of time. It's also simple to put together and adjust as your child grows. Our tester found it to be particularly helpful that the cot does not have any gaps at the edges so your baby isn't able to get out of the bed.

It could also be converted into a toddler's bed when your child is old enough. With an Allen key you can take out the side bars and the solid end pieces to transform it into traditional-style beds. It will remain in the room of your child for many years.

Despite being so premium-looking, this cot is actually quite affordable. It was rated as the top value cot-bed by our tester even though you need to buy a mattress separately. It's also the quickest flatpack cot you can assemble. Each piece is alphabetically labelled and there's no way to fail.

The biggest drawback with this cot is that you need to purchase a mattress separately that could be uncomfortable for some parents. It is important to keep in mind that you'll need change the mattress of your child at least once per month, but sometimes more often. So, this shouldn't be a big problem. It's also made of natural wood, so you can be comfortable about purchasing it.

Great Little Trading Company 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 quick nappy changes. When baby's done with this, it folds completely away beneath the cot. It can also be converted 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 purchase the additional toddler bed conversion kit). It's also made of sustainably sourced wood - in this instance, a blend of Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and comes with three mattress bases to adapt to the needs of your growing child.

Grace, a parent tester loved the fact 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 Cots and Tots rooms with tiny spaces and ceilings with slopes, since it takes up a small amount of floor space, with just the side panel detaching the cot from your toddler's bedroom.

The cot was designed to comply with the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was easy thanks to the alphabetically-labelled pieces and clear instructions. A swivel rocking frame and teething rail are included, too, and you can add under-bed storage drawers for more room to stash nappies, toys and clothes If you'd like.