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When you're looking at cot beds for sale, you want something that's safe, sturdy and a good size. This handmade model checks all the boxes and our panel loved its smart combination of white and natural pine.

This cot bed has all the added features that you would expect, such as a drawer for storage teething rails, two height positions. It is also easy to put together, and looks fantastic in any nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The coxley cot-bed made by mamas and papas is full of great design features, all following a handcrafted aesthetic. It's built to last, converting seamlessly into a toddler bed. It is sure to keep your child safe 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 accommodate your growing baby. It also has a lower base for added security. The cot also comes with an under-cot storage draw as well as teething rails that can help protect your baby's gums when they start getting their first teeth.

Our parent tester Megan really liked this cot bed. She said it was easy-to-assemble, looked beautiful and had many extra features including an useful storage drawer. She also liked the fact that it's gender neutral, so you can pass it down to future babies.

Another thing to keep in mind is that cot beds do not always include a mattress, therefore you'll need to purchase it separately. You'll need to choose a firm, flat baby mattress that is the correct size. The best cots for newborns mattress for cots to tots is made of foam, springs or coir. It should be certified in accordance with British safety standards BS 5852+A1:2012 or BS 1877-10/1997.

The cot itself should have a maximum height of 55cm so that your child can't climb out. The distance between the bars shouldn't be greater than 6.5cm so that your child's head won't be trapped within the bars.

Stokke snuzkot

This dazzling cot, made by the Scandi company, brings an enjoyable feel to the nursery. The slats with a color provide a splash of colour that will make your child feel welcome. It's a perfect option for all nurseries and seamlessly blends into your design scheme, including the matching changing unit to make it all a bit more cohesive. This cot comes 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.

The cot bed can grow with your child. It comes with the option of adding a junior extension kit which will allow them to reach about age five. It's a high-end option with a price tag to match, but if looking to invest in a piece of nursery furniture that will last, this is well worth looking into.

It's suitable for babies and comes with three convenient mattress base heights, meaning you can set it up with the mattress high to make it easier for your little one to take out and in from. It is also made of durable materials and fits standard cot mattress up to 140cm by 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 of cots to tots on our list, but it still has plenty of space for your baby to sleep.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic

This is a great option to get a distinctive vintage-style cot bed. It features rounded dowel slats to create a design 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 means that you won't have to crouch to get them out of the bed, which can save your back.

This is also a great option if your nursery has small dimensions, sloped ceilings, or you don't want your cot bed to take up a lot of floor space. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor says: "It is a statement piece and takes up less space than you would imagine."

The curved sleigh design on the ends of the cot bed provide a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used from birth until your child is around four years old and it can be converted into a junior bed by simply taking the side rails off and dropping the ends. It comes with a 140cm x70cm premium mattress as well as a large under-drawer on the handles and runners to make it easy to access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

The final cot in our round-up is this chic alternative from Obaby. It has a sleigh design but doesn't have that bulky feel that is often associated with these types of beds and it also comes with a drawer underneath that means you can keep all the baby necessities within easy reach.

One of the best things about this cot is the fact that it can adapt with your child as they grow and change. You can remove the rails and transform it into an infant bed. Once they grow out of that, you can turn it into an useful daybed.

This cot bed features a stunning design that is hand-carved from solid pine. The carved ends are incorporated into the curved side rails to create the most luxurious cot bed. The deluxe base mattress can be adjusted in two positions which makes it easier to place your newborn without having to lean over. It also includes teething rails to protect your little one's delicate gums during their period of teething.

This cot isn't expensive, but it's beautiful and will impress your family and friends when they come to visit. It's easy to put together and the instructions are clear with helpful pictures, but 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 if required and disposing of all the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-style cot bed an excellent option for parents who want their baby to grow into a piece of furniture they will cherish. It is sturdy and well-made which means it will last many years. It's also easy to put together and adjust as your child grows. The tester liked the fact that there aren't any gaps around the edges of the cot to ensure that your baby won't fall from to bed.

It's also cleverly designed to convert into a toddler bed when your child is ready. With an Allen key, you can remove the side bars as well as the solid end pieces to transform it into an old-fashioned bed. It will be in your child's room for many years.

Despite being so premium-looking even though it looks expensive, this cot is relatively affordable. It was rated the best baby cots price cot-bed we tested by our testers even though you require the mattress separately. It is also the fastest flatpack cot you can assemble. Each piece is labeled alphabetically so you can't fail.

This cot's biggest disadvantage is that it requires a separate mattress. For some parents, this might be a problem. It's important to remember that you'll need to replace the mattress of your child at least once a month, but sometimes more often. So, this shouldn't be a big problem. It's also made of natural wood, so you'll be able to feel good when you buy it.

Great Little Trading Little Wren Cotbed

A stylish and sturdy cot with a traditional style This Good Little Trading Company option is an excellent value for money. It comes with a space-saving coordinating changing table that clips neatly onto the top of the cot for super-speedy diaper changes. It can be put away securely under the cot when cheap baby cots for sale is finished. 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 until your child is four years old. old (or even longer if you purchase the extra toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also made of sustainably sourced hardwood - it is a mix of Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand radiata in this case - and comes with three mattress bases so you can adjust it to meet your child's evolving requirements.

Grace, a tester for parents was delighted that the sides were slatted and didn't have any sharp edges which could be a danger for children. It's a great choice for small rooms with a sloped ceiling since it occupies little floor space. The side panel is the only thing that divides the cot from your toddler's room.

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