Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals

When you're looking for cot beds for sale, you want something that's secure, durable and an appropriate size. This hand-crafted model ticks all the boxes, and our panel members loved its unique mix of white and natural pine.

This cot bed includes all the features you'll need, like storage compartments, teething rails, and two height settings. It is also simple to put together, and looks fantastic in any baby nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The coxley cot-bed by mamas and papas is packed with great features that are designed to follow a handcrafted aesthetic. It is also built to last. It can be converted into a toddler's bed, and will carry your child through from the time of birth until age four.

The slightly tapered feet make it a modern version of the traditional cot. It has three mattress positions that can be adjusted to suit your baby's growing needs and also a lower base which adds security. The cot comes with a handy under-cot storage drawer as well as teething rails to safeguard your baby's gums as they begin to get their first teeth.

Our tester for parents Megan loved this cot bed. She said that it was easy to put together, looked lovely and had many extra features, including a useful storage drawer. She also liked that it was gender neutral which meant she could pass it on to the next generation of babies.

You'll also have to purchase an additional mattress, since cot beds usually do not come with a mattress. You will want to select a firm baby mattress that is flat and is the right size. The best cot mattresses are made from foam, spring or coir. They should be certified to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 195852:1991+A1 2012.

The height of the cot should be no more than 55cm to prevent your child from escaping. The distance between the bars should not be more than 6.5cm to ensure that your child's head won't get trapped in them.

Stokke snuzkot

This eye-catching cot by the Scandi brand brings a fun style to the nursery with the slats that are coloured adding a pop of colour that'll make your little one feel at in their own home. It's a great design for any nursery and the matching changing unit will help tie everything together. The cot is available in two neutral colors that are soft grey and white. It takes only an hour to put together, thanks to the clear directions and screws that are separate.

The cot bed can grow with your child, and includes the option of an extension kit for juniors which will allow them to reach about age five. This is a premium option 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's suitable for babies and features three handy mattress base heights, best Crib meaning you can set it up with the mattress raised to make it easy for your baby to move in and out of. It's also a sturdy build and will fit standard cot mattresses that measure up to 140cm 70cm x 140cm. The design is sleek and modern with an oval shape that will increase your baby's sense of security and comfort. This is the smallest cot in our list, but it 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 dowel slats to create a look that is different from others in this price range. It also offers extra convenience for your baby, with three base heights to suit their requirements. This means that you won't have to bend over to lift them from the bed, which can save your back.

This is a good alternative if your nursery is a small size or ceilings that are sloped, or you don't want the cot bed to take up lots of floor space. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor says: "It is a statement piece and takes up less space than you think."

The curved sleigh design on the cot's end adds a touch elegance to any nursery. It can be used from the time your child is approximately four years old. It it can be converted into an adult bed by removing the side rails and lower the ends. It comes with a top quality 140cm x 70cm mattress and includes a large under drawer with handles and runners to make it easy to get access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

This elegant cot from Obaby is the final option in our roundup. It's a sleigh-style design but doesn't have that chunky feel that is often associated with these types of beds and it also has a handy drawer underneath which allows you to keep all the baby necessities in reach.

One of the most appealing aspects about this cot is that it can adapt with your child as they grow and change. You can take the rails off and make it a toddler bed. Once they've grown out of it then you can convert it into a practical daybed.

This cot bed is made 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 set it apart from other cot beds and create an exquisite choice. The deluxe mattress base can be lowered in two positions to make it easier for you to put your newborn down without bending. It also includes teething rails to safeguard your little one's delicate gums throughout their teething phase.

This cot is not inexpensive, best crib but it's beautiful and will impress your family and friends when they come to visit. It's simple to build and the instructions are easy to follow with helpful pictures, but 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 when necessary and disposing of the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-style cot bed the ideal choice for parents who wish for their baby to grow into a piece of furniture they will cherish. It's well-constructed and sturdy, so will stand the test of time. It's also simple to put together and adjust as your baby grows. Our tester found it to be particularly useful that the cot doesn't have any gaps at the edges so that your child will not get out of bed.

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

Although it looks expensive, this cot is actually quite affordable. Our test subject said it was the most value-for-money cheap cot bed bed she's ever tried and especially since you need to purchase an additional mattress. It's also the most simple flatpack cot to put together and comes with every piece labeled alphabetically so you can't go wrong.

The main drawback of 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 likely need to replace the mattress of your child at least once a year, and often more often which isn't something to worry about. It's also made of natural wood, which means you can feel comfortable when you purchase it.

Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

A stylish and sturdy cot with a classic style This Good Little Trading Company option is an excellent value for money. It comes with a matching changing table that clips to the top of the cot for quick and simple nappy changing. It can be put away in a safe place under the cot once baby is finished. It also transforms into a toddler bed when the time is right with three mattress sizes to pick from.

This cot is a long-lasting option, suitable for use up to the time your child turns four years old. older (or even longer if you buy the additional toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also made of sustainable hardwood - a blend between Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata in this case - and has three mattress positions so that you can adjust it to your child's growing needs.

Grace, a tester for parents loved the fact that the sides were slatted and didn't have any sharp edges which could be a danger for children. It's also a clever choice for small rooms and sloped ceilings as it takes up a small amount of floor space, with just the side panel separating the cot from the bedroom for your toddler.

The cot is built to meet the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was easy thanks to the alphabetically-labelled pieces and clear instructions. The cot also comes with teething rail and swivel rocking frame. You can also install drawers under the bed to store clothes, toys and nappies.