Cot Beds: A Simple Definition

Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best cot for newborn Deals

When you're looking for 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 natural and white pine.

This cot bed has all the added extras, including a storage drawer teething rails, as well as two height positions. It's also simple to put together and looks great in any nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The mamas and papas coxley cot is full of amazing design features that adhere to an exquisitely crafted look. It's also built to last and can easily be converted into a toddler bed. It will surely keep your child safe from birth until four years old.

The slightly tapered feet make it a modern version of the traditional cot. It comes with three mattress positions that can be adjusted to accommodate your baby's growing needs and also an lower base that adds 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 to get their first teeth.

Our parent tester Megan was extremely pleased with this cot bed. It was easy to put together, looked beautiful and had many other features like a useful storage drawer. She also loved the fact that it's gender neutral, so 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 ideal size for your baby. The most suitable mattress for online cots is made of 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 height of the cot should be no more than 55cm, to prevent your child from escaping. The distance between the bars shouldn't be greater than 6.5cm so that your child's head doesn't get caught in the bars.

Stokke snuzkot

This eye-catching cot from a Scandi brand adds a fun style to the nursery with the slats that are coloured adding a pop of colour that'll make your Baby beds feel at the home of their dreams. It's a great option for all nurseries and seamlessly blends into the rest of your design scheme, with the matching changing unit to tie it all together. The cot comes in two neutral shades - white or soft grey. it takes just an hour to assemble with the clear directions and screws in separate packs aiding you in the process.

The cot bed can grow with your child, and includes the option of an extension kit for juniors which can allow them to grow up to around age five. It's a high-end option with a price tag to match, but if looking to invest in an item of furniture for the nursery that will last, this is well worth looking into.

It's suitable for babies and comes with three convenient mattress base heights, so you can set it up with the mattress high to make it easier for your little one to get in and out of. It's also sturdy and can be used with standard cot mattresses of up to 140cm 70cm. The design is modern and sleek with an oval shape that can boost your baby's sense of safety and security. This is the smallest cot on our list, but it still offers plenty of room for your baby to rest.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic

This is a lovely choice to get a distinctive vintage-style cot bed. It features dowel slats that are rounded to create a design that is different from others in this price range. It also offers additional convenience for your baby, with three base heights to suit their needs. This will prevent you from having to bend to take your baby.

It's also a great option for those with a smaller nursery, sloped ceilings or do not want to take up the floor with your cot bed. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor, says: "It is a statement piece that takes up less space than you would expect."

The curved sleigh design on the cot's ends gives a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used until your child reaches the age of four, then it can be converted into a junior bed simply by removing the rails on the sides. It is equipped with a 140cm x 70cm Finest mattress and a large under-drawer on runners and handles to make it easy to access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

The final cot we've reviewed is this stylish model from Obaby. It's a sleigh style but doesn't have the bulky feel that is often associated with these kinds of beds. And it also has a drawer underneath that means you can keep all the baby necessities within easy reach.

This cot can grow with your child's. You can take off the side rails and convert it into a toddler bed, and after they've outgrown it, you can even turn it into a great daybed.

This cot bed is made out of solid pine, and has an amazing hand-carved design. The carvings on the ends blend beautifully with the curved side rails to set it apart from other cot beds and make an exquisite choice. The deluxe base mattress can be adjusted in two different positions, making it easier to place your newborn without having to bend over. It also has teething rails that protect your little one's delicate gums during their teething period.

This cot isn't expensive, but it's gorgeous and will be a hit with your family and friends when they visit. The instructions are easy to follow and include helpful pictures. If you're worried about your DIY skills, John Lewis provides an assembly service for an additional PS60. This includes mounting it on the wall, if necessary and then removing the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-style cot bed is a smart option for parents who want their child to grow into a piece of furniture they will cherish. It's sturdy and well-made so will stand the test of time, plus it's easy to build and adjust as your child grows. Our tester found it particularly handy that the cot doesn't have any gaps around the edges, so that your baby isn't able to fall out of the bed.

It's also cleverly designed to convert into a toddler bed when your child is ready. Simply remove the side bars and solid ends using an Allen key, and it converts into a lovely, traditional-style bed that will be a part of your child's bedroom for years to come.

The cot appears expensive, however, it's actually very inexpensive. It was rated as the top value cot-bed by our testers, even though you still need to buy the mattress separately. It's also the easiest flatpack cot to assemble, with every piece labelled alphabetically, so you won't get wrong.

The main drawback to this crib is that you will need to buy a separate mattress which may be a bit uncomfortable for some parents. It's important to remember that you'll need replace the mattress of your child at least once a month, and sometimes more often. So, this shouldn't be an issue. Additionally, it's made of natural wood so you can feel good about your purchase.

Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed

This Good Little Trading Company option provides a sturdy and stylish cot with a traditional design. It's extremely affordable. It includes a space-saving changing table that snaps neatly to the top of the cot for quick nappy changes. It can be stored safely under the cot when baby is done. It also transforms into a toddler bed at the time of need, with three mattress heights to pick from.

This cot is an impressively durable choice, and is suitable for use up to the time your child turns four years old. old (or even longer if you purchase the toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also made from sustainably sourced hardwood a blend between Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata in this case. It also has three mattress bases so you can alter it to your child's growing requirements.

Parents test Grace liked that the slatted sides were easy to clean and didn't have any sharp edges that could be a hazard for little ones. It's a great option for rooms with ceilings that slope because it occupies the floor area in a tiny amount. The side panel is what separates the cot and your toddler's room.

The cot was designed to be in compliance with the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was easy due to the alphabetically labeled pieces and clear instructions. The cot also has teething rails cots and tots a swivel-rocking frame. You can also add under-bed drawers to store toys, clothes and nappies.