Cot Beds: A Simple Definition

Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals

When it comes to cot beds for sale you want a bed that is secure, durable and a good size. This handmade model checks all the boxes, and our panel loved its smart mix of natural and white pine.

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

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The coxley cot-bed by mamas and papas is brimming with great features that are designed to follow an artistically designed aesthetic. It's also built to last, converting seamlessly into a toddler bed and is sure to keep your child safe from newborn until they are four years old.

Its slightly tapered legs make it a more contemporary take on the traditional cot. It comes with three mattress positions that can be adjusted to suit your baby's growth and the lower base, which increases security. The cot also comes with an under-cot storage draw and teething rails that will protect your infant cot bed's gums when they start getting their first teeth.

Our tester for parents Megan really liked this cot bed. It was easy to assemble, looked beautiful and had numerous extra features, including a useful drawer for storage. She also appreciated the fact that it was gender-neutral which meant she could give it to future babies.

Another thing to consider is that cot beds don't always include a mattress so you'll have to purchase this separately too. You'll need to select a firm, flat mattress that is the ideal size for your baby. The most suitable cot mattresses are made from foam, spring or coir. They should be inspected to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 552:1991+A1:2012.

The cot itself must have a height limit of 55cm, so that your child can't get out. The gap between the bars shouldn't exceed 6.5cm cots to tots keep your baby's head from getting stuck.

Stokke snuzkot

This eye-catching cot, from a Scandi company, brings a fun feel to the nursery. The slats with a color add a pop that makes your child feel comfortable. It is a perfect design for any nursery, and the changing table that comes with it will help tie everything together. The cot comes in two neutral shades: white or soft grey and it takes only an hour to put together with the clear directions and separate screws aiding you in the process.

This cot bed can grow with your child. You can add a junior extension kit that will take them until they reach the age of five. This is a top-of-the-line option with a price that can match. If you're looking to invest in nursery furniture that will last for years, it's worth looking into.

It's suitable for babies and comes with three convenient mattress base heights so that you can assemble it with the mattress up high to make it easier for your baby to get in and out of. It's also sturdy and will fit standard cot mattresses up to 140cm 70cm. The design is modern and simple, with a sleek oval shape that'll enhance your baby's feeling of safety and security. This is the smallest cot in our list, but it provides plenty of space for your baby to lay down.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic

This is an excellent choice if you want an old-fashioned cot bed. It features rounded dowels which create a distinctive look that is different from other cot beds in this price range. It also offers additional convenience for your baby with three different heights of base to meet their needs. This will help you avoid having to bend down to pick up your baby.

It's also a great option if your nursery has an insignificant size or ceilings that are sloped, or you don't want the bed to take up a lot of floor space. Our Deputy Editor Heidi Scrimgeour says: "It's an eye-catching piece that takes up less space than you imagine from its appearance."

The curved sleigh details on the cot bed ends provide a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used from birth until approximately four years old. It it can be converted into a junior bed by taking off the side rails and lower the ends. It comes with a Finest 140cm x70cm mattress. It features a large under-drawer with handles and runners for easy access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

This stylish cot from Obaby is the last option in our roundup. It's a sleigh bed but it's not big like other beds of this type. It also has a drawer underneath to keep your cheap baby cots for sale's necessities close by.

This cot can grow with your child's. You can remove the side rails to transform it into a toddler bed and after they've outgrown it, you can turn it into a useful day bed.

This cot bed comes with a stunning design that is hand-carved from solid pine. The hand-carved edges are beautifully integrated into the curved side rails to set it apart from other cot beds and make an exquisite choice. The mattress base is deluxe and can be lowered by two positions, making it easier to put your newborn down without having to bend. The teething rails protect your baby's gums when they are teething.

This cot is not inexpensive, but it's gorgeous and will be a hit with your family and friends when they come to visit. The instructions are easy to follow and include useful photos. If you're worried about your DIY skills, John Lewis provides an assembly service for an additional PS60. This includes fixing it to the wall, if necessary, and disposing of the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

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

It's also cleverly designed to turn into a toddler bed once your child is ready. With an Allen key you can remove the side bars as well as the solid end pieces to turn it into traditional-style beds. It will be in your child's room for a long time.

Although it looks expensive, this cot is actually relatively affordable. It was rated as the top value cot-bed by our tester even though you need to buy an additional mattress. It's also the quickest flatpack cot to assemble, with every piece labelled alphabetically, making it impossible to go wrong.

The main drawback of this cot is that it requires an additional mattress. For some parents, this may be a deal-breaker. It's important to keep in mind that you'll likely need to replace your child's mattress at least once per year, and sometimes more often and Baby Crib this shouldn't be a big deal. Additionally, it's made of natural wood so you can be comfortable about purchasing it.

Great Little Trading Little Wren mini cotbed

A sturdy and stylish cot that has a classic style, this Good Little Trading Company option is an excellent value for money. It comes with a matching changing table that clips onto the top of the cot to allow for quick and easy nappy-changing. It can be put away in a safe place under the cot once baby is done. It also converts into a toddler bed at the time of need, with three mattress heights to pick from.

This cot is able to be used until your child is the age of four (or longer if you buy the toddler bed conversion kit). The cot is made from sustainably sourced hardwood it is a mix of Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand radiata in this case - and comes with three mattress bases so you can alter it to your child's changing requirements.

Grace the tester, a parent, loved that the sides were slatted, and did not have any sharp edges which could pose a risk to children. It's also a clever option for rooms with tiny spaces and ceilings that slope, as it takes up a small amount of floor space, and only the side panel separating the cot from your toddler's bedroom.

The cot is in compliance with the high safety standards set by BS EN 716, and assembly was easy thanks to the alphabetically-labelled parts and easy-to-follow instructions. A rocking frame with swivel and teething rail are included too, and you can add drawers under the bed for more room to stash nappies, toys and clothes if you like.