Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals
When you're looking for a cot bed, you need something that is solid, safe and of a decent size. This model is hand-crafted and ticks all the boxes, and our panel members loved its unique mix of white and natural pine.
This crib bed includes all the features you need, such as storage compartments teething rails, a storage compartment, and two height settings. It's also simple to put together and looks fantastic in any nursery.
Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed
The mamas and papas coxley cot bed is packed full of wonderful design features that adhere to an exquisitely crafted look. It's durable, converting seamlessly into a toddler bed. It is sure to see your little one through from birth until four years old.
Its slightly tapered feet give it a modern version of the traditional cot. It also comes with three mattress positions that can be adjusted to fit your growing baby. It also has an lower base for extra security. The cot also has a handy under-cot storage drawer as well as teething rails to protect your baby's gums as they begin to get their first teeth.
Megan Our parent tester loved this cot-bed. It was easy to assemble it was beautiful, and looked gorgeous. It also had numerous extra features, including a useful drawer for storage. She also loved the fact that it's gender-neutral, meaning you can pass it down to your children in the future.
You'll also need to purchase an additional mattress, since cot beds usually do not come with a mattress. You'll want to choose a flat, firm mattress that is the right size for your baby. The ideal cot mattress is made from 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 be no more than 55cm to prevent your child from climbing out. The distance between the bars should not be greater than 6.5cm, so that your baby's head can't get trapped in them.
Stokke snuzkot
This eye-catching cot, from a Scandi company, adds a fun feel to the nursery. The slats in a variety of colors give a pop of color that makes your child feel welcome. It's an ideal choice for any nursery and seamlessly blends with the rest of your design scheme, with the matching changing unit to tie it all together. This cot is available in two neutral shades - white and soft grey. It takes just an hour to put together, due 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 will take them to age five. It's a high-end option with a price tag that will match, but if you're planning to invest in a piece of nursery furniture that will last, this is worth a look.
It's suitable for babies and has three useful mattress base heights so that you can set it up with the mattress high to make it easier for your little one to take out and in from. It's also a sturdy build and can be used with standard cot mattresses that measure up to 140cm 70cm x 140cm. The design is modern and simple, with an oval shape that'll increase your baby's sense of security and safety. This is the smallest cot in our list, but it has plenty of space for your baby to sleep.
Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed
This is a wonderful option to get a distinctive vintage-style cot bed. It features rounded dowels which create a distinctive look unlike other cot beds within this price range. It also provides extra comfort for your baby, with three base heights to suit 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 or ceilings that are sloped, or you don't want your cot bed to take up lots of floor space. Our Deputy Editor Heidi Scrimgeour says: "It's an eye-catching piece that occupies less space than you imagine from its appearance."
The curved sleigh detailing on the cot bed's ends bring a touch of class to any nursery. good cribs can be used from birth until your child is around four years old and then it transforms into a junior bed by taking off the side rails and lowering both ends. It is equipped with a 140cm x 70cm Finest mattress and a large under-drawer for runners and handles to make it easy to access.
Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed
This stylish cot made by Obaby is the final choice in our roundup. It has a sleigh design but doesn't have that chunky feel you often get with these types of beds. Additionally, it also has a drawer underneath that lets you keep all the baby necessities within easy reach.
This cot will grow with your child's. You can remove the rails and convert it to a toddler bed. Once they've grown beyond that, you can turn it into an useful day bed.
This cot bed is constructed out of solid pine, and has an exquisite hand-carved design. The hand-carved edges are beautifully integrated into the curved side rails to set it apart from other cot beds, creating an exquisite choice. The mattress base is deluxe and can be lowered in two positions, making it easier to place your baby down without having to bend. It also comes with teething rails to safeguard your little one's delicate gums during their teething period.
Although it's quite expensive it's a stunning cot that is sure to delight your family and friends when they visit. It's simple to assemble and the instructions are easy to follow with useful pictures. However, should you be concerned about your own DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for an additional PS60 which includes fixing it to the wall when required and disposing of all the packaging.
Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed
This sleigh-style cot bed the ideal choice for parents who wish for their child to grow into a piece furniture that they'll treasure. It's durable and well-constructed, so it will endure the test of time. It's also simple to build and adjust as your child grows. Our tester found it particularly helpful that the cot does not have any gaps around the edges so your baby isn't able to fall out of the bed.
It can also be converted into a bed for toddlers when your child is old enough. With an Allen key you can take out the side bars and solid end pieces to turn it into an old-fashioned bed. It will be in the room of your child for many years.
Despite being so premium-looking, this cot is actually relatively affordable. It was rated the top value cot-bed by our tester, even though you still have to purchase a mattress separately. It's also the easiest flatpack cot you can assemble and comes with every piece labeled alphabetically, so you won't get wrong.
The biggest drawback of this cot is that it requires a separate mattress. For certain parents, this could be a major issue. It's important to keep in mind that you'll likely have to replace your child's mattress at least once per year, and more frequently and this shouldn't be an issue. Plus, it's made from natural wood, so you can be comfortable about purchasing it.
Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed
This Good Little Trading Company option provides a sturdy and stylish cot that is traditional in design. It is incredibly affordable. It comes with a space-saving coordinating changing table that snaps neatly to the top of the cot to speed up nappy changes. Once baby is done with this, it can be tucked completely away beneath the cot. It can also be transformed into a toddler's bed with three mattress heights.
This cot is able to be used until your child is the age of four (or more if you purchase the toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also made of sustainable hardwood - a blend between Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata in this case. It also has three mattress base positions so you can alter it to meet your child's evolving needs.
Parents test Grace loved that the slatted sides were easy to clean and didn't have sharp edges that could be dangerous for children. It's a great choice for rooms with ceilings that slope because it occupies only a small amount of floor space. The side panel is the only thing that is needed to separate the cot from your toddler's room.
The cot is designed to comply with the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was simple thanks to the alphabetically-labelled pieces and clear instructions. A rocking frame with swivel and teething rail are included as well as the option to include drawers underneath the bed to store more clothes, nappies and toys If you'd like.