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When you're looking at cot beds for sale you want a bed that is safe, sturdy and a good size. This hand-crafted model ticks all the boxes and our panel loved its smart mix of white and natural pine.

This crib bed comes with all the extras you require, including an area for storage, teething rails, and two height settings. It is also easy to build and will look great in any baby nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The mamas and papas coxley crib is brimming with wonderful design features that adhere to an artistically designed aesthetic. It is also constructed to last. It can be converted into a toddler's bed and will be used by your child through from the time of birth until age four.

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

Megan, our parent tester loved this cot-bed. It was easy to put together it was beautiful, and looked gorgeous. It also had many other features like a useful drawer for storage. She also appreciated the fact that it's gender neutral, so you can pass it down to future children.

You'll also need to buy a mattress on your own, as cot beds usually do not come with one. You should choose a firm, flat mattress that is the right size for your baby. The best cots mattress for cots is made of springs, foam or coir, and must be certified to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 5852:1991+A1:2012.

The cot should have a height limit of 55cm so that your child won't be able to climb out. The space between the bars shouldn't exceed 6.5cm to prevent your child's head from becoming trapped.

Stokke snuzkot

This eye-catching cot by the Scandi brand adds a fun vibe to the nursery, with the coloured slats adding a pop of colour that'll make your child feel at in their own home. It's a perfect option for all nurseries and blends seamlessly with the rest of your design scheme, including 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 will take just one hour to assemble, thanks to the clear instructions and separate screws packs.

The cot bed can expand with your child. You can also add an extension kit for juniors that can take them up until they reach the age of five. It's a premium choice with a price tag to match, but if looking to invest in a piece of nursery cots furniture that will last, this is well worth considering.

It's suitable from birth and has three useful mattress base heights, so you can put 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 up to 140cm 70cm x 140cm. The design is sleek and modern with an oval shape that can boost your baby's sense of safety and security. It's the small cot on our list however it still offers plenty of space for your baby to sleep in.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic

This is an excellent choice if you want a vintage-style cot bed. It has rounded dowels which create a distinctive look from other cot beds in this price range. It also provides extra comfort for your child with three base heights to suit their needs. This means you don't have to crouch to pick them up from the bed, which can save your back.

It's also a good choice when you have a smaller nursery, a sloped ceiling or do not want to take up more floor space with your cot bed. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor, says: "It is a statement piece and takes up less space than you expect."

The curved sleigh design on the cot's end gives a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used until your child reaches the age of four, and then transformed to a junior bed by cutting off the rails on the sides. It comes with a premium 140cm x70cm mattress. It features a large under-drawer with handles and runners to make it easy to access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

The final cot in our round-up is this stylish option from Obaby. It's a sleigh-style design but doesn't have that bulky feel that is often associated with these kinds of cribs beds. And it also has a handy drawer underneath which means you can keep all the baby necessities within easy reach.

One of the best infant cribs things about this cot is the fact that it can adapt with your child as they grow and change. You can remove the side rails to convert it into a toddler bed and once they outgrow that you can also convert it into a practical daybed.

The cot bed is constructed from solid pine and features an exquisite hand-carved design. The carved ends are beautifully integrated into the curved side rails to set it apart from other cot beds, creating a truly luxurious choice. The deluxe base mattress can be adjusted in two positions which makes it easier to place your newborn without needing to turn over. The teething rails safeguard your baby's gums when they are teething.

This cot is not cheap, but it is stunning and will impress your family and friends who visit. It's easy to put together and the instructions are easy to follow with helpful photos, 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 necessary and disposing of the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-styled cot will be a fantastic option for parents looking to gift their child with a piece of furniture they can treasure. It's durable and well-constructed, so it will last for a long time. It's also simple to build and adjust as your baby grows. Our tester found it particularly useful that the cot doesn't have any gaps around the edges so your baby isn't able to fall out of bed.

It is also able to be transformed into a toddler's bed when your child is old enough. It's as easy as removing the side bars and solid ends with an Allen key and then it transforms into a gorgeous, traditional-style bed that will be a part of your child's bedroom for years to come.

Despite being so premium-looking even though it looks expensive, this cot is quite affordable. Our test subject said it was the most value-for-money cot bed she's ever tried, especially as you still require a mattress separately. It's also the most recommended cribs efficient flatpack cot that you can put together. Each piece is alphabetically labelled and there's no way to fail.

The main drawback of this cot is that you need to purchase a mattress separately which may be a bit uncomfortable for some parents. But, it's important to remember that you'll probably need to replace the mattress of your child at least once a year, and often more frequently, so this isn't really a big deal. It's also made from natural wood, so you'll be able to feel good when you buy it.

Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

A sturdy and stylish cot with a traditional style This Good Little Trading Company option is great value for money. It comes with a space-saving coordinating changing table that clips to the top of the cot for super-speedy nappy changes. When baby's done with this, it can be tucked securely under the cot. It also converts into a toddler bed when the time comes with three mattress heights to pick from.

This cot is a durable choice, and is suitable for use until your child turns four years old. old (or even longer if you purchase the additional toddler bed conversion kit). It's also made of sustainable wood - specifically, a blend of Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and includes three mattress base positions to accommodate the growing needs of your child.

Grace, a tester for parents was delighted that the sides were slatted, and did not have sharp edges that could be a danger for children. It's an excellent choice for small rooms with ceilings that slope because it occupies the floor area in a tiny amount. The side panel is all that divides the cot from the room for your toddler.

The cot is built to be in compliance with the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was easy thanks to alphabetically labelled 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 clothes, toys and nappies.