Why We Love Cot Beds (And You Should Too!) Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals

When looking for a cot bed, you need something that is sturdy, safe, and of a good size. This handmade model checks all the boxes and our panel loved its smart mix of white and natural pine.

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

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The mamas and papas coxley crib is packed full of wonderful features that are designed to follow an artistically designed aesthetic. It's durable and can easily be converted into a toddler bed and will surely be with your baby from birth until four years old.

The slightly tapered legs make it a more contemporary alternative to the traditional cot. It has three mattress positions that can be adjusted to fit your baby's size, and a lower base which adds safety. The cot also comes with a handy under cot storage draw and teething rails which help protect your little ones gums as they begin to develop their first teeth.

Megan Our parent tester loved this cot-bed. She said it was easy-to-assemble it looked stunning and came with numerous extra features, including a useful storage drawer. She also appreciated the fact that it was gender neutral and she could give it to future children.

You'll also need to purchase an additional mattress, since cot beds usually do not come with one. You'll need to select a firm, flat mattress that is the right size for your baby. The most suitable cot mattresses are made from foam, spring or coir and should be certified to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 552:1991+A1:2012.

The height of the cot should be no more than 55cm to stop your child from escaping. The distance between the bars should not be more than 6.5cm so that your child's head doesn't be trapped within the bars.

Stokke snuzkot

This eye-catching cot from a Scandi brand brings a fun style to the nursery with the slats that are coloured adding an element of color that will make your little one feel at home. It's a great fit for most nurseries and blends seamlessly into the rest of your design scheme, including the matching changing unit to tie everything together. This cot is available in two neutral colours white and soft grey. It takes just an hour to put together thanks to the clear directions and screws that are separate.

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

It's suitable from birth. The mattress can be positioned high to allow easy access for your child. It's also constructed of durable materials and can be used with cot mattresses up to 140cmx70cm. The design is sleek and modern with an oval shape that will increase your baby's sense of security and safety. This is the smallest cot in our list, but it still has plenty of space for your baby to lay down.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed

This is a great option for those who want a vintage-style cot bed. It features rounded dowels that give it a distinct look that is different from other cot beds in this price range. It has three heights of base for your baby to suit their needs. This will help you avoid having to bend over to pick up your baby.

This is also a great alternative if your nursery is small dimensions with a sloped ceiling, or you don't want the 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 imagine."

The curved sleigh detailing on the cot bed's ends provide 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 by taking off the rails on the sides. It includes a 140cmx70cm 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


This stylish cot from Obaby is the final option in our roundup. It's a sleigh style but doesn't have the bulky feeling that you usually get from these types of beds. Additionally, it also has a handy drawer underneath which means you can keep all the baby necessities in reach.

online cots will grow with your child's. You can take the rails off and transform it into an infant bed. When they are out of that, you can turn it into a practical day bed.

This cot bed features a stunning design that is hand-carved from solid pine. The carvings on the ends flow beautifully into the curved rear side rails to distinguish it from other cot beds and make a truly luxurious choice. The luxurious base mattress can be set in two positions which makes it easier to position your baby without needing to bend over. It also includes teething rails to protect the delicate gums of your baby during their period of teething.

This cot is not expensive, but it's gorgeous and will be a hit with your family and friends who visit. It's easy to put together and the instructions are clear and include 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 needed and removing all the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-styled cot bed will be a fantastic option for parents looking to gift their child with something they will cherish. It's well-constructed and sturdy, so will stand the test of 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 along the edges so that your child isn't able to fall out of the bed.

It's also cleverly designed to transform into a toddler bed once your child is ready. It's as easy as removing the sides bars and solid ends with an Allen key, and it transforms into a beautiful traditional-style bed that will be a part of your child's bedroom for years to come.

Although it looks expensive the cot is very affordable. Our tester said it was the best value cot bed she's ever tried particularly since you need to purchase a mattress separately. It's also the most efficient flatpack cot that you can put together. Each piece is labeled alphabetically, so you can't make a mistake.

The main drawback to this cot is that you need to buy a separate mattress, which might be off-putting for some parents. But, it's important to remember that you'll likely have to replace the mattress of your child at least every year, and sometimes more often which isn't 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 Cotbed

This Good Little Trading Company option offers a stylish and sturdy cot that is traditional in design. It is incredibly affordable. It comes with a space-saving coordinating changing table that clips neatly to the top of the cot for quick changing nappy. Once baby is done with this, it can be tucked safely away underneath the cot. It can also be transformed into a toddler's bed by using three mattress heights.

This cot is a durable option that is suitable for use until your child is four years old. old (or even longer if you buy the toddler bed conversion kit). It's also made from sustainably-sourced wood - in this case it's a mix of Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and includes three mattress bases to adapt to the needs of your child's growing.

Parents test Grace loved that the slatted sides were simple to clean and didn't have sharp edges that could pose a hazard for little ones. It's also a great option for rooms with tiny spaces and sloped ceilings as it occupies a tiny floor space, and only the side panel detaching the cot from your bedroom for your toddler.

The cot is in compliance with the high safety standards set by BS EN 716, and the assembly was easy thanks to alphabetically labelled parts and easy-to-follow instructions. A rocking frame that swivels and a teething rails are included, as well as the option to include drawers underneath the bed to store more nappies, toys and clothes If you'd like.