10 Things We All Love About Cot Beds
Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the best crib newborn Deals
When you're looking for cot beds for sale you need a product that's safe, sturdy and a good size. This hand-crafted model ticks all the boxes, and our panel was impressed by its clever combination of white and natural pine.
This crib bed comes with all the accessories you require, including storage compartments teething rails, a storage compartment, and two height settings. It is also easy to assemble, and looks fantastic in any nursery for babies.
Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed
The coxley cot-bed by mamas and papas is full of amazing features that are designed to follow an exquisitely designed style. It is also constructed to last. It easily converts into a toddler's bed, and will carry your child from birth to age four.
Its slightly tapered legs make it a modern take on the traditional cot. It has three mattress positions that can be adjusted to suit your baby's growing needs, and the lower base, which increases security. The cot is equipped with a handy under-cot storage drawer, as well as teething rails to protect your baby's gums when they begin to get their first teeth.
Megan Our tester for parents loved this cot-bed. It was easy to assemble, looked beautiful and had many extra features including an useful drawer for storage. She also appreciated the fact that it was gender-neutral which meant she could give it to future children.
Another thing to keep in mind is that cot beds don't always include a mattress, so you'll need to purchase one separately. You'll need to choose a firm baby mattress that is flat and is the right size. The most suitable mattresses for best cots for newborns 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 escaping. The space between the bars should not exceed 6.5cm to keep your baby's head from getting trapped.
Stokke snuzkot
This dazzling cot from the Scandi brand adds a fun vibe to the nursery, with the slats that are coloured adding the right amount of color to make your baby feel at in their own home. It's a great crib fit for most nurseries and the changing unit that matches will make it all more cohesive. This cot comes in two neutral colours - 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, with the option of adding a junior extension kit which can take them up to around age five. This is a high-end option with a price that can match. However, if you're looking to purchase nursery furniture that lasts for many years, it's definitely worth looking into.
It's suitable from birth. The mattress can be positioned high for easy access by your child. It's also made of a durable material and fits standard cot mattress that measure up to 140cm x 70cm. The design is sleek and modern with an oval shape that will boost your baby's sense of security and safety. It's the most compact cot we've reviewed but it has plenty of space 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 rounded dowel slats to create a look that is different from others in this price range. It offers three different base heights for your baby to accommodate their requirements. This means that you won't have to bend over to pick them up from bed, which can ease your back.
This is also a great alternative if your nursery is small dimensions or ceilings that are sloped, or you don't want the 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 detail on the cot ends adds a touch of elegance to any nursery. It can be used until your child is four, and then transformed into a junior bed by removing the side rails. 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
This stylish cot from Obaby is the final choice in our roundup. It's a sleigh bed, but it's not big like other sleigh beds. It also has a drawer beneath to keep all of your baby's essentials in one place.
This cot can grow with your child's. You can take the rails off and transform it into a toddler bed. Once they've grown out of that, you can turn it into a practical daybed.
This cot bed comes with a stunning design that is hand-carved from solid pine. The carved ends flow into the curves of the side rails, creating an extremely luxurious cot bed. The mattress base is deluxe and can be adjusted in two positions, making it easier to place your baby down without having to bend. The teething rails protect your baby's gums when they are teething.
Although it's quite expensive it's a stunning cot that will impress your family and friends when they visit. The instructions are easy to follow and include useful photos. If you are worried about your DIY skills, John Lewis provides an assembly service at an additional PS60. This includes mounting it on the wall, if required and then removing the packaging.
Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed
This sleigh-styled cot will be a great option for parents who want to give their child a piece of furniture they can treasure. It's durable and well-built and will last for an extended period of time. It's also simple to assemble and change as your child grows. Our test subject found it especially useful that the cot doesn't have any gaps at the edges so your baby will not fall out of bed.
It is also able to be transformed into a bed for toddlers when your child is old enough. You just remove the side bars and solid ends using an Allen key and it converts into a lovely traditional-style bed that will be part of your child's bedroom for many years to be.
Although it looks expensive the cot is relatively affordable. It was rated as the top value cot-bed by our testers, even though you still require a mattress separately. It's also the most simple flatpack cot to assemble, with every piece labelled alphabetically so you can't go wrong.
The biggest drawback with this crib is that you will need to purchase a mattress separately that could be uncomfortable for some parents. It's important to keep in mind that you'll probably need to replace your child's mattress at least once per year, and often more frequently and this shouldn't be a big deal. Plus, it's made from natural wood, so you can feel good about your purchase.
Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed
This Good Little Trading Company option provides a sturdy and stylish cot that is traditional in design. It's incredibly affordable. It comes with a matching changing table that is attached to the top of cot to make it quick and easy to change nappy. It can be tucked away safely under the cot when baby is done. It also converts into a toddler bed at the time of need with three mattress heights 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 of sustainably sourced wood - specifically, a blend of Australian Araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and has three mattress positions that you can adapt to the needs of your growing child.
Grace, a parent tester was delighted that the sides were slatted and did not have any sharp edges which could be a danger for children. It's a great option for small rooms with sloped ceilings since it occupies the floor area in a tiny amount. The side panel is all that separates the cot and the room for your toddler.
The best cot bed is compliant with the strict safety standards set by BS EN 716, and assembly was easy thanks to the alphabetically-labelled parts and easy-to-follow instructions. The cot also has a teething rail and swivel-rocking frame. You can also put in drawers under the bed to store clothes, toys and nappies.
When you're looking for cot beds for sale you need a product that's safe, sturdy and a good size. This hand-crafted model ticks all the boxes, and our panel was impressed by its clever combination of white and natural pine.
This crib bed comes with all the accessories you require, including storage compartments teething rails, a storage compartment, and two height settings. It is also easy to assemble, and looks fantastic in any nursery for babies.
Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed
The coxley cot-bed by mamas and papas is full of amazing features that are designed to follow an exquisitely designed style. It is also constructed to last. It easily converts into a toddler's bed, and will carry your child from birth to age four.
Its slightly tapered legs make it a modern take on the traditional cot. It has three mattress positions that can be adjusted to suit your baby's growing needs, and the lower base, which increases security. The cot is equipped with a handy under-cot storage drawer, as well as teething rails to protect your baby's gums when they begin to get their first teeth.
Megan Our tester for parents loved this cot-bed. It was easy to assemble, looked beautiful and had many extra features including an useful drawer for storage. She also appreciated the fact that it was gender-neutral which meant she could give it to future children.
Another thing to keep in mind is that cot beds don't always include a mattress, so you'll need to purchase one separately. You'll need to choose a firm baby mattress that is flat and is the right size. The most suitable mattresses for best cots for newborns 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 escaping. The space between the bars should not exceed 6.5cm to keep your baby's head from getting trapped.
Stokke snuzkot
This dazzling cot from the Scandi brand adds a fun vibe to the nursery, with the slats that are coloured adding the right amount of color to make your baby feel at in their own home. It's a great crib fit for most nurseries and the changing unit that matches will make it all more cohesive. This cot comes in two neutral colours - 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, with the option of adding a junior extension kit which can take them up to around age five. This is a high-end option with a price that can match. However, if you're looking to purchase nursery furniture that lasts for many years, it's definitely worth looking into.
It's suitable from birth. The mattress can be positioned high for easy access by your child. It's also made of a durable material and fits standard cot mattress that measure up to 140cm x 70cm. The design is sleek and modern with an oval shape that will boost your baby's sense of security and safety. It's the most compact cot we've reviewed but it has plenty of space 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 rounded dowel slats to create a look that is different from others in this price range. It offers three different base heights for your baby to accommodate their requirements. This means that you won't have to bend over to pick them up from bed, which can ease your back.
This is also a great alternative if your nursery is small dimensions or ceilings that are sloped, or you don't want the 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 detail on the cot ends adds a touch of elegance to any nursery. It can be used until your child is four, and then transformed into a junior bed by removing the side rails. 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
This stylish cot from Obaby is the final choice in our roundup. It's a sleigh bed, but it's not big like other sleigh beds. It also has a drawer beneath to keep all of your baby's essentials in one place.
This cot can grow with your child's. You can take the rails off and transform it into a toddler bed. Once they've grown out of that, you can turn it into a practical daybed.
This cot bed comes with a stunning design that is hand-carved from solid pine. The carved ends flow into the curves of the side rails, creating an extremely luxurious cot bed. The mattress base is deluxe and can be adjusted in two positions, making it easier to place your baby down without having to bend. The teething rails protect your baby's gums when they are teething.
Although it's quite expensive it's a stunning cot that will impress your family and friends when they visit. The instructions are easy to follow and include useful photos. If you are worried about your DIY skills, John Lewis provides an assembly service at an additional PS60. This includes mounting it on the wall, if required and then removing the packaging.
Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed
This sleigh-styled cot will be a great option for parents who want to give their child a piece of furniture they can treasure. It's durable and well-built and will last for an extended period of time. It's also simple to assemble and change as your child grows. Our test subject found it especially useful that the cot doesn't have any gaps at the edges so your baby will not fall out of bed.
It is also able to be transformed into a bed for toddlers when your child is old enough. You just remove the side bars and solid ends using an Allen key and it converts into a lovely traditional-style bed that will be part of your child's bedroom for many years to be.
Although it looks expensive the cot is relatively affordable. It was rated as the top value cot-bed by our testers, even though you still require a mattress separately. It's also the most simple flatpack cot to assemble, with every piece labelled alphabetically so you can't go wrong.
The biggest drawback with this crib is that you will need to purchase a mattress separately that could be uncomfortable for some parents. It's important to keep in mind that you'll probably need to replace your child's mattress at least once per year, and often more frequently and this shouldn't be a big deal. Plus, it's made from natural wood, so you can feel good about your purchase.
Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed
This Good Little Trading Company option provides a sturdy and stylish cot that is traditional in design. It's incredibly affordable. It comes with a matching changing table that is attached to the top of cot to make it quick and easy to change nappy. It can be tucked away safely under the cot when baby is done. It also converts into a toddler bed at the time of need with three mattress heights 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 of sustainably sourced wood - specifically, a blend of Australian Araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and has three mattress positions that you can adapt to the needs of your growing child.
Grace, a parent tester was delighted that the sides were slatted and did not have any sharp edges which could be a danger for children. It's a great option for small rooms with sloped ceilings since it occupies the floor area in a tiny amount. The side panel is all that separates the cot and the room for your toddler.
The best cot bed is compliant with the strict safety standards set by BS EN 716, and assembly was easy thanks to the alphabetically-labelled parts and easy-to-follow instructions. The cot also has a teething rail and swivel-rocking frame. You can also put in drawers under the bed to store clothes, toys and nappies.