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When you're looking at cot beds for sale you want a bed that is safe, sturdy and an appropriate size. This hand-crafted model ticks all the boxes and our panel members loved its unique mix of white and natural pine.

This cot bed has all the extras you need, including a storage drawer teething rails, as well as two height positions. It's also simple to put together and looks stunning in any nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The coxley cot bed by mamas and papas is packed with stunning design features, all following an artistically designed aesthetic. It is also built to last. It can be converted into a toddler's bed and will see your child from birth to age four.

Its slightly tapered feet make it a modern take on the traditional cot. It also has three mattress positions that can be adjusted to fit your growing baby and a lower base for more security. The cot comes with a handy under-cot storage drawer and teething rails to safeguard your baby's gums when they get their first teeth.

Our tester for parents Megan loved this cot bed. It was easy to assemble it looked stunning and came with numerous extra features, including a useful storage drawer. She also appreciated that it was gender-neutral which meant she could pass it on to future children.

You'll also need to buy a mattress on your own, as cot beds usually do not come with a mattress. You should choose a firm baby mattress that is flat and is the correct size. 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 cot itself must have a height limit of 55cm to ensure that your child isn't able to climb out. The distance between the bars should be no greater than 6.5cm so that your baby's head can't get trapped in the bars.

Stokke snuzkot

The dazzling cot, which is made by a Scandi company, adds an enjoyable feel to the nursery. The coloured slats provide a splash of colour that will make your child feel welcome. It's an ideal option for all nurseries and blends seamlessly into your design scheme, including a matching changing unit to tie it all together. This cot comes in two neutral colors that are soft grey and white. It takes only an hour to assemble, thanks to the clear instructions and screws that are separate.

This cot bed will grow with your child. You can add an extension kit for juniors that can take them up to age five. It's a high-end option with a price tag to match, but if looking to invest in an item of furniture for your nursery that will last, this is worth considering.

It's suitable for babies and has three useful mattress base heights, so you can assemble it with the mattress high to make it easier for your baby to get in and out of. It's also sturdy and will fit standard cot mattresses that measure up to 140cm 70cm. The design is modern and sleek with an oval shape that can boost your baby's sense of security and safety. It's the most compact cot we've reviewed but still has plenty of space for your little one to sleep in.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic

This is a great option if you're after a unique vintage-looking cot bed. It has rounded dowels that give it a distinct look unlike other cot beds within this price range. It has three levels of the base to meet their needs. This will help you avoid having to bend down to take your baby.

This is also a great alternative if your nursery is small dimensions or ceilings that are sloped, or you don't want your cot bed to take up the floor space. Our deputy editor Heidi Scrimgeour says: "It's a statement piece that occupies less space than you expect from its appearance."

The curved sleigh details on the ends of the cot bed add a touch of elegance 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 premium 140cm x70cm mattress. It has a large under drawer with handles and runners to make it easy to access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

The final cot in our round-up is this elegant option from Obaby. It has a sleigh design but doesn't have the bulky feel you often get with these kinds of beds. And it also has a handy drawer underneath which lets you keep all the baby essentials within easy reach.

One of the great things about this cot is that it will adjust to your child's needs as they change and grow. You can take the rails off and make it a toddler bed. Once they grow out of that then you can convert it into a useful day bed.

This cot bed is constructed of solid pine and has an exquisite hand-carved design. The carved ends are beautifully integrated into the curved side rails to distinguish it from other cot beds and make an exquisite choice. The luxurious base mattress can be adjusted in two positions which makes it easier to position your baby without needing to turn over. The teething rails safeguard the gums of your baby when they are teething.

This cot isn't inexpensive, but it's gorgeous and will be a hit with your family and friends who visit. The instructions are simple to follow and contain helpful photos. If you're worried about your DIY skills, John Lewis provides an assembly service at an additional PS60. This includes mounting it on the wall, if needed, and disposing of the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-styled cot will be a wonderful choice for parents who wish to gift their child something they can cherish. It's durable and well-constructed, so it will last for a long time, plus it's easy to put together and adjust as your child grows. Our test subject found it especially helpful that the cot does not have any gaps around the edges so your baby isn't able to fall out of bed.

It's also cleverly designed to transform into a toddler bed when your child is ready. With an Allen key, you can remove the side bars and the solid end pieces to transform it into a traditional-style bed. It will remain in the room of your child for a long time.

Despite being so premium-looking the cot is very affordable. Our tester called it the best value cot bed she's tested particularly since you need to buy the mattress separately. It's also the quickest flatpack cot you can build. Each piece is alphabetically labelled and there's no way to fail.

The biggest drawback of this cot is that it requires an additional mattress. For certain parents, this could be a major issue. It's important to remember that you'll need to replace the mattress of your child at least once per month, but sometimes more frequently. This isn't a big problem. Additionally, it's made of natural wood so you can be comfortable about purchasing it.

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 extremely affordable. It is equipped with a space-saving changing table that clips onto the top rated cots of the cot to speed up diaper changes. When baby's done with this, it tucks safely away underneath the cot. It could also be transformed into a toddler's bed with three mattress heights.

This cot is a long-lasting option, suitable for use up to the time your child is four years old. older (or even longer if you get the extra toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also constructed from sustainably sourced hardwood a blend between Australian araucaria wood and New Zealand radiata in this case - and has three mattress positions so that you can alter it to your child's growing needs.

Grace the tester, a parent loved the fact that the sides were slatted and didn't have any sharp edges which could pose a risk to children. It's also a clever option for rooms with small or ceilings that slope, as it occupies a tiny floor space, and only the side panel separating the cot from the bedroom for your toddler.

The cot is in compliance with the high safety standards set by BS EN 716, and assembly was easy due to the alphabetically labeled parts and simple instructions. A rocking frame with swivel and teething rail are included, as well as the option to include drawers underneath the bed to store more toys, nappies and clothes should you wish to.