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Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals

When it comes to cot beds for sale you need a product that's safe, sturdy and a good size. This hand-crafted model ticks all the boxes, and our panel loved its smart combination of white and natural pine.

This cheap cot beds bed has all the added extras such as a storage drawer teething rails, two height positions. It's also easy to assemble and looks stunning in any nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley cot sales Bed

The coxley cot bed by mamas and papas is packed with great design features, all based on a handcrafted aesthetic. It is also built to last. It converts seamlessly into a toddler's crib and will see your child through from the time of birth until age four.

Its slightly tapered legs give it a more modern take on the traditional cot. It has three mattress positions that can be adjusted to accommodate your baby's growth, and a lower base which adds safety. The cot also has an under-cot storage draw and teething rails which will protect your infant's gums when they start to get their first teeth.

Megan, our parent tester loved this cot-bed. She said it was simple to put together and was gorgeous. It also came with many extra features, including an excellent storage drawer. She also liked the fact that it's gender-neutral, meaning it can be passed down to future babies.

You'll also need to purchase a mattress on your own, as the cot beds don't always include a mattress. You should choose a firm baby mattress that is flat and is the correct size. The best cot mattresses are made from foam, spring or coir, and must be inspected and certified to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 5852:1991+A1:2012.

The cot itself must have a height limit of 55cm so that your child isn't able to get out. The gap between the bars shouldn't exceed 6.5cm to keep your child's head from becoming trapped.

Stokke snuzkot

This eye-catching cot, from the Scandi company, gives an exciting vibe to the nursery. The slats with a color provide a splash of colour that will make your child feel at home. It's a perfect choice for any nursery and seamlessly blends into your design scheme, with an accompanying changing unit to tie everything together. This cot comes in two neutral colours white and soft grey. It will take just one hour to put together, thanks to the clear instructions and separate screws packs.

This cot bed will grow with your child. It is possible to add a junior extension kit which will allow them to the age of five. It's a premium choice with a price tag to match, but if looking to purchase a piece of nursery furniture that will last, this is well worth considering.

It is suitable for babies from the time of birth. The mattress can be positioned high for easy access by your child. It's also sturdy and fits standard cot mattresses that measure up to 140cm 70cm. The design is modern and simple, with a sleek oval shape that'll increase your baby's sense of security and safety. It's the most compact cot we've reviewed however it still offers plenty of room for your little one to sleep in.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic

This is a wonderful option for those looking for a unique vintage-looking cot bed. It features rounded dowel slats to create an aesthetic distinct from other cots in this price range. It comes with three different heights of base for your baby to meet their requirements. This will help you avoid having to bend to pick up your baby.

This is also a great alternative if your nursery is an insignificant size with a sloped ceiling, or you don't want the cot bed to take up a lot of floor space. Our deputy editor Heidi Scrimgeour says: "It's a statement piece that occupies less room than you might expect from its appearance."

The curved sleigh design on the cot bed's ends add a touch of elegance to any nursery. It can be used from birth until about four years old. It it can be converted into a junior bed by taking the side rails off and dropping the ends. It comes with a premium 140cm x70cm mattress. It has a large under drawer with handles and runners for easy access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

This stylish cot from Obaby is the final choice in our roundup. It's a sleigh bed but it doesn't feel big like other sleigh beds. It also has a drawer beneath to keep all of your baby's essentials in one place.

One of the best things about this cot is that it will adapt with your child as they change and grow. You can remove the rails and transform it into a toddler bed. Once they grow out of that then you can convert it into an useful daybed.

This cot bed is constructed of solid pine and has an exquisite hand-carved design. The hand-carved edges are beautifully integrated into the curved rear side rails to distinguish it from other cot cribs beds and create an exquisite choice. The deluxe mattress base can be lowered by two positions, making it easier to place your baby down without having to bend. It also comes with teething rails to protect your little one's delicate gums during their period of teething.

Despite being fairly expensive it's a stunning cot that is sure to impress your family and friends when they visit. It's simple to assemble and the instructions are clear and include useful pictures. However, if you're worried about your own DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for 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 choice for parents who want their child to grow up in a piece of furniture that they'll treasure. It's durable and well-built which means it will last a long time. It's also simple to assemble and change as your child grows. The tester was pleased that there were no gaps around the edges of the cot to ensure that your baby won't fall from to bed.

It's also cleverly designed to transform into a toddler bed when your child is ready. It's as easy as removing the side bars and solid ends using an Allen key and then it transforms into a beautiful traditional-style bed that will be part of your child's bedroom for years to come.

Despite being so premium-looking, this cot is actually very affordable. It was rated as the top price cot-bed we tested by our testers even though you need to buy an additional mattress. It's also the easiest flatpack cot you can assemble, with every piece labelled alphabetically, making it impossible to go wrong.

The main drawback of this cot is that you have to buy a separate mattress that could be uncomfortable for some parents. It's important to remember that you'll need to change the mattress of your child at least once a month, and sometimes more often. So this is not a big issue. It's also made of natural wood so you can be confident about the purchase.

Great Little Trading Little Wren Cotbed

This Good Little Trading Company option provides a sturdy and stylish cot in a traditional style. It is incredibly affordable. It comes with a space-saving coordinating changing table that clips onto the top of the cot for quick nappy changes. It can be tucked away securely under the cot when baby is finished. It also transforms into a toddler bed when the time is right, with three mattress heights to pick from.

This cot is able to be used until your child reaches the age of four (or more if you purchase the toddler bed conversion kit). The cot is made of sustainable hardwood - a blend between Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata in this case - and comes with three mattress positions so that you can alter it to your child's changing needs.

Grace, a tester for parents, loved that the sides were slatted, and did not have any sharp edges which could be a danger for children. It's a great choice for rooms with a sloped ceiling since it occupies only a small amount of floor space. The side panel is all that is needed to separate the cot from the room of your toddler.

The cot meets the high safety standards set by BS EN 716, and assembly was a breeze thanks to the alphabetically-labelled parts and simple instructions. The cot comes with a teething rail and swivel-rocking frame. You can also put in drawers under the bed to store your toys, clothes and nappies.