10 Things Your Competitors Can Teach You About Cot Beds

Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the best cot bed Deals

When you're looking for cot beds for sale you need a product that's safe, sturdy and adequate in size. The model is made by hand, and it checks all the boxes. Our panel loved its combination of pine and white.

This cot bed comes with all the accessories you'll need, like an area for storage teething rails, a storage compartment, and two height settings. It's also simple to assemble, and will look great in any nursery for babies.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The mamas and papas coxley cot bed is full of amazing design features that adhere to a hand crafted aesthetic. It is also built to last. It converts seamlessly into a toddler's bed and will be used by your child through from birth until the age of four.

Its slightly tapered feet give it a contemporary take on the traditional cot. It comes with three mattress positions that can be adjusted to fit your baby's size, and the lower base, which increases security. The cot also has an under-cot storage draw and teething rails that help protect your little ones gums as they begin to develop their first teeth.

Our tester for parents Megan loved this cot bed. She said that it was easy to put together and was gorgeous. It also came with numerous extra features like an excellent storage drawer. She also liked the fact that it was gender neutral which meant she could give it to the next generation of babies.

You'll also have to purchase a mattress separately, as the cot beds don't always come with a mattress. You'll need to choose a firm, flat baby mattress that is the right size. The best rated cribs mattresses for cots are made of foam, spring or coir, and must be inspected and 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 climbing out. The distance between the bars should be no more than 6.5cm to ensure that your baby's head can't get trapped in them.

Stokke snuzkot

This dazzling cot, made by a Scandi company, adds an enjoyable feel to the nursery. The coloured slats add a pop that will make your child feel at home. It's a perfect option for all nurseries and seamlessly blends into the rest of your design scheme, including the matching changing unit to make it all a bit more cohesive. The cot is available in two neutral shades white and soft grey. It takes just an hour to put together, thanks to the clear instructions and screws that are separate.

This cot bed can grow with your child. You can also add a junior extension kit that will take them to age five. It's a top-quality option with a price tag to be matched, but if you're looking to invest in an item of furniture for the nursery that will last, this is well worth a look.

It's suitable from the time of birth. The mattress can be placed high to allow easy access for your child. It's also made of a sturdy material and fits standard cot mattress up to 140cmx70cm. The design is sleek and modern with an oval shape that can boost your baby's sense of security and comfort. This is the smallest of cots on our list, yet it 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 is made of dowels with rounded edges that create a unique aesthetic from other cot beds in this price range. It also offers additional convenience for your baby with three base heights to suit their needs. This will help you avoid having to bend over to take your baby.

This is also a great option for a nursery that is a small size, sloped ceilings, or you don't want the bed to take up the floor space. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor says: "It is a statement piece and occupies less space than you imagine."

The curved sleigh design on the cot's ends adds a touch of elegance to any nursery. It can be used until your child is four and then converted into a junior bed by taking off the rails on the sides. 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

The final cot in our round-up is this chic model from Obaby. It's a sleigh-style design but doesn't have that bulky feel you often get with these types of beds and it also has an under-bed drawer that lets you keep all the baby necessities easily within reach.

This cot can grow with your child. You can remove the side rails and convert it to a toddler bed. And after they've outgrown it, you can turn it into a practical daybed.

This cot bed is constructed out of solid pine, and has an amazing hand-carved design. The carved ends are incorporated into the curves of the side rails, creating the most luxurious cot bed. The mattress base is deluxe and can be adjusted in two positions, making it easier to lay your baby down without having to bend. It also includes teething rails to protect the delicate gums of your baby throughout their teething phase.

Despite the fact that it is quite costly 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 clear with helpful photos, however in case you're concerned about your DIY skills, Cheap cot Bed John Lewis offers an assembly service for an additional PS60 which includes fixing it to the wall when needed and removing all the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-styled cot bed can be a wonderful choice for parents who wish to give their child something they will cherish. It's durable and well-constructed, so it will endure the test of time, plus it's easy to build and adjust as your baby grows. The tester liked that there were no gaps around the edges of the cot, so your baby won't fall off the to bed.

It can also be converted into a toddler's bed when your child is old enough. With an Allen key you can remove the side bars and solid end pieces to turn it into a traditional-style bed. It will remain in your child's bedroom for many years.

Despite being so premium-looking even though it looks expensive, this cot is relatively affordable. Our test subject said it was the best cot newborn value cot bed she's tested particularly since you need to purchase an additional mattress. It's also the most efficient flatpack cot you can assemble. Each piece is labeled alphabetically, so there's no way to make a mistake.

The main drawback of this cot is that it requires a separate mattress. For some parents, this may be a problem. However, it's worth remembering that you'll likely have to replace the mattress of your child at least every year, and sometimes more often and this shouldn't be an issue. It's also made of natural wood, so you'll be able to be comfortable about purchasing it.

Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

A stylish and sturdy cot with a classic design This Good Little Trading Company option is great value for money. It comes with a space-saving coordinating changing table that snaps neatly to the top of the cot to speed up diaper changes. It can be put away safely under the cot when 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 able to be used until your child reaches the age of four (or longer if you buy the toddler bed conversion kit). It's also made from sustainably sourced wood - in this instance it's a mix of Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and includes three mattress positions that you can accommodate your child's growing.

Grace, a parent tester loved the fact that the sides were slatted and did not have any sharp edges which could be a danger for children. It's also a good option for rooms with small or ceilings that slope, as it takes up a small amount of area, with only the side panel detaching the cot from the toddler's bedroom.

The cot was designed to comply with the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was easy thanks to the alphabetically-labelled pieces and clear instructions. The cot also has a teething rail and swivel-rocking frame. You can also put in drawers under the bed to store your toys, clothes and nappies.