Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals
When you're looking for a cot bed, you need something that is safe, sturdy, and of a good size. This model is hand-crafted and ticks all the boxes and our panel loved its smart mix of natural and white pine.
This cot bed has all the added features that you would expect, such as a drawer for storage teething rails, as well as two height positions. It is also easy to put together, and will look great in any nursery.
Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed
The mamas and papas coxley cot bed is packed full of wonderful features that are designed to follow an artistically designed aesthetic. It's durable, converting seamlessly into a toddler bed. It is sure to be with your baby from newborn until they are four years old.
Its slightly tapered feet make it a contemporary take on the traditional cot. It also comes with three adjustable mattress positions to fit your growing baby. It also has a lower base for added safety. The cot is equipped with a handy under-cot storage drawer as well as teething rails to protect your baby's gums when they get their first teeth.
Our tester for parents Megan loved this cot bed. She said that it was easy to assemble it was beautiful, and looked gorgeous. It also had lots of extra features including storage drawers that are useful. She also appreciated that it was gender-neutral and she could pass it on to future children.
You'll also have to purchase a mattress separately, as the cot beds don't always come with a mattress. You'll need to select a flat, firm mattress that is the right size for your baby. The ideal cot mattress is made of springs, foam or coir. It must also be certified according to British safety standards BS 5852+A1:2012 or BS 1877-10/1997.
The cot's height should not exceed 55cm, to prevent your child from climbing out. The gap between the bars shouldn't exceed 6.5cm to prevent your child's head from becoming stuck.
Stokke snuzkot
This dazzling cot from the Scandi brand adds a fun look to the nursery, with the slats coloured to add the right amount of color to make your child feel at the home of their dreams. It's an ideal option for all nurseries and blends seamlessly into the rest of your decor, and comes with a matching changing unit to make it all a bit more cohesive. This cot is available in two neutral shades - white and soft grey. It takes only an hour to assemble, thanks to the clear instructions and separate screws packs.
This cot bed can grow with your child. It is possible to add a junior extension kit that can take them up to age five. It's a top-quality option with a price tag that will match, but if you're looking to purchase an item of furniture for the nursery that will last, this is well worth a look.
It is suitable from birth. The mattress can be set up high to allow easy access for your child. It's also a sturdy build and will fit standard cot mattresses of up to 140cm x 70cm. The design is sleek and modern with an oval shape that will boost your baby's sense of security and comfort. This is the smallest cot on our list, but it still has plenty of space for your baby to lay down.
Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed
This is a great option to get a vintage-style cot bed. It features rounded dowels which create a distinctive look from other cot beds in this price range. It has three levels of the base to meet their requirements. This will save you from having to bend over to take your baby.
This is also a great option for a nursery that is an insignificant size 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 that takes up less space than you would expect."
The curved sleigh details on the ends of the cot bed provide a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used until your child is four, then it can be converted into a junior bed simply by taking off the side rails. It is equipped with a 140cm x 70cm Finest mattress and a large under-drawer on runners and handles to make it easy to access.
Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed
The final cot in our round-up is this stylish model from Obaby. It has a sleigh design but doesn't have that chunky feel that is often associated with these types of beds. Additionally, it also has an under-bed drawer that means you can keep everything your baby needs easily within reach.
One of the most appealing aspects about this cot is the fact that it can change with your child as they grow and change. You can take the rails off and make it an infant bed. When they are out of that the cot, you can transform it into an useful day bed.
This cot bed comes with an amazing design that has been hand-carved from solid pine. The carved edges flow into the curved side rails to create a truly luxurious cot bed. The luxurious base mattress can be lowered in two different positions which makes it easier to place your newborn without needing to bend over. The teething rails safeguard your baby's gums while they are teething.
This cot isn't cheap, but it is stunning and will impress your family and friends when they come to visit. It's easy to put together and the instructions are clear and include useful pictures. However, if you're worried about your DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for an additional PS60 that includes fixing it to the wall if needed and removing all the packaging.
Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed
This sleigh-styled cot will be a wonderful choice for parents who wish to gift their child an item of furniture that they can treasure. It's durable and well-built, so it will last many years. It's also easy 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 from his bed.
It's also cleverly designed to transform into a toddler bed when your child is ready. You just remove the side bars and solid ends with an Allen key and then it transforms into a beautiful traditional-style bed that will be a part of your child's bedroom for many years to be.
This cot looks expensive however, it's actually very inexpensive. It was rated the top value cot-bed by our testers, even though you still have to purchase an additional mattress. It's also the quickest flatpack cot you can assemble, with every piece labelled alphabetically so you can't go wrong.
The biggest drawback with this cot is that you need to buy a separate mattress that could be uncomfortable for some parents. However, it's worth remembering that you'll probably need to replace your child's mattress at least once per year, and often more frequently, so this isn't really something to worry about. Plus, it's made from natural wood so you can feel good about your purchase.
Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed
This Good Little Trading Company option provides a sturdy and stylish cot in a traditional style. It is incredibly affordable. It comes with a changing table that clips onto the top of the cot for quick and easy nappy-changing. It can be stored securely under the cot when baby is finished. It also transforms into a toddler bed when the time comes with three mattress heights to pick from.
The 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 made of sustainable hardwood - it is a mix of Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata in this case - and has three mattress positions so that you can adjust it to your child's changing requirements.
Parent tester Grace was impressed that the slatted sides were simple to clean and didn't come with sharp edges that could pose an issue for toddlers. It's an excellent choice for small rooms with sloped ceilings since it occupies only a small amount of floor space. The side panel is all that separates the cot and the room for your toddler.
The cot is designed to be in compliance with the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was easy due to the alphabetically labeled pieces and clear instructions. The cot also comes with a teething rail and swivel-rocking frame. You can also install drawers under the bed to store toys, clothes and nappies.