Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals
When you're looking at the cot beds that are available, you want something that's safe, sturdy and an appropriate size. This model is constructed by hand, and it checks all the boxes. Our panel liked its combination of pine and white.
This cot bed comes with all the extras you require, including a storage compartment, teething rails, and two height settings. Continuing 's also simple to put together and looks fantastic in any nursery.
Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed
The coxley cot bed by mamas and papas is packed with stunning design features, all following a handcrafted aesthetic. It is also built to last. It converts seamlessly into a toddler's bed, and will carry your child from birth until the age of four.
Its slightly tapered legs make it a more contemporary alternative to the traditional cot. It also features three positions for mattress that can be adjusted to accommodate your growing baby. It also has a lower base for added security. The cot comes with an under-cot storage drawer as well as teething rails that protect your baby's gums when they begin 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 numerous extra features, including a useful drawer for storage. She also liked the fact that it was gender neutral and she could give it to the next generation of babies.
Another thing to consider is that cot beds don't always include a mattress, so you'll need to purchase one separately. You'll need to select a flat, firm mattress that is the right size for your baby. The best cot mattress is made of springs, foam or coir. It must also be certified according to British safety standards BS 582+A1:2012 or BS 1877-10/1997.
The cot itself should have a maximum height of 55cm, so that your child won't be able to get out. The distance between the bars should be no more than 6.5cm so that your child's head won't get caught in them.
Stokke snuzkot
This dazzling cot, made by the Scandi company, brings an exciting vibe to the nursery. The slats in a variety of colors provide a splash of colour that will make your child feel comfortable. It is a perfect fit for most nurseries, and the changing unit that matches 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 packs of screws really helping you out.
The cot bed can grow with your child, with the option to add a junior extension kit which will allow them to reach the age of five. This is a high-end option that comes with a price to match. If you want to invest in furniture for your nursery that will last for a long time, it's worth considering.
It's suitable from birth and comes with three convenient mattress base heights, meaning you can put the mattress raised 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. The design is sleek and modern with an oval shape that will increase your baby's sense of safety and security. It's the most compact cot we've reviewed but still has plenty of room for your little one to sleep in.
Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic
This is a lovely choice if you're after a unique vintage-looking cot bed. It features dowel slats that are rounded to create an aesthetic that is different from others in this price range. It also offers extra convenience for your baby with three base heights to suit their requirements. This will help you avoid having to bend to take your baby.
This is a good alternative if your nursery is an insignificant size or ceilings that are sloped or you don't want the bed to take up lots of floor space. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor says: "It is a statement piece and occupies less space than you expect."
The curved sleigh details on the cot bed ends provide a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used until your child reaches the age of four and then converted to a junior bed by taking off the rails on the sides. It comes with a top quality 140cm x 70cm mattress. It also includes a large under drawer with handles and runners to make it easy to access.
Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed
The final cot we've reviewed is this elegant alternative from Obaby. It's a sleigh bed however, it doesn't look big like other sleigh beds of this kind. It also comes with a drawer to keep all your baby essentials close at hand.
This cot can grow with your child. You can take the rails off and transform it into a toddler bed. Once cot for sale 've grown out of it the cot, you can transform it into a useful day bed.
This cot bed is constructed out of solid pine, and has an exquisite hand-carved design. The hand-carved edges flow beautifully into the curved side rails to set it apart from other cot beds and create an exquisite choice. The mattress base is deluxe and can be lowered by two positions to make it easier for you to lay your baby down without having to bend. It also comes with teething rails to safeguard your little one's delicate gums throughout their teething phase.
Although it's quite expensive, this is a great-looking cot that is sure to delight your family and friends when they come to visit. It's easy to put together and the instructions are easy to follow with helpful pictures, but should you be concerned about your own DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for PS60 that includes fixing it to the wall when needed and removing all the packaging.
Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed
This sleigh-style cot is a smart choice for parents who wish for their child to grow into a piece of furniture they will cherish. It's durable and well-built which means it will last an extended period of time. It's also simple to put together and adjust as your child grows. The test subject was impressed the fact that there aren't any gaps between the edges of the cot so your baby won't fall off the 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 transform it into traditional-style beds. It will remain in your child's room for many years.
Despite being so premium-looking the cot is relatively affordable. Our test subject said it was the best value cot bed she's ever tested, especially as you still need to purchase an additional mattress. It's also the most efficient flatpack cot you can build. Each piece is labeled alphabetically, and there's no way to fail.
The biggest drawback of this cot is that it requires a separate mattress. For certain parents, this could be a problem. It's important to remember that you'll need change the mattress of your child at least once per month, but sometimes more frequently. So, this shouldn't be an issue. Additionally, it's made of natural wood, so you can be confident about the purchase.
Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed
A sturdy and stylish cot that has a classic design This Good Little Trading Company option is a great value. It comes with a matching changing table that is attached to the top of cot for quick and simple nappy changing. It can be put away safely under the cot when baby is done. It can also be converted into a toddler bed at the time of need, with three mattress heights to choose from.
This cot is a durable choice, and is suitable for use up to the time your child is four years of age (or even longer if you purchase the extra toddler bed conversion kit). It's also made of sustainably-sourced wood - in this instance, a blend of Australian Araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and has three mattress base positions to accommodate your child's growing.
Parent tester Grace loved that the slatted sides were simple to clean and didn't have sharp edges that could pose an issue for toddlers. It's also a clever option for rooms with small or ceilings with slopes, since it occupies a tiny floor space, with just the side panel separating the cot from the bedroom for your toddler.
The cot is compliant with the strict safety standards outlined by BS EN 716, and assembly was easy thanks to the alphabetically-labelled parts and straightforward instructions. The cot also comes with teething rail and swivel rocking frame. You can also put in drawers under the bed to store your toys, clothes and nappies.