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When looking for a cot bed you'll need one that is safe, sturdy, and of a good size. This model is constructed by hand and ticks all the boxes. Our panel loved its mix of white and pine.

This cot bed comes with all the added extras, including a storage drawer teething rails, as well as two height positions. It's also easy to assemble and looks great in any nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The mamas and papas coxley cot is brimming with wonderful design features that follow an artistically designed aesthetic. It's also built to last and can easily be converted into a toddler bed and is sure to keep your child safe from the time they're born until four years old.

Its slightly tapered legs make it a more contemporary take on the traditional cot. It has three mattress positions that can be adjusted to fit your baby's growing needs and also the lower base, which increases security. The cot is equipped with an under-cot storage drawer, as well as teething rails to protect your baby's gums as they get their first teeth.

Megan Our parent tester loved this cot-bed. She said that it was easy to put together and was gorgeous. It also came with many extra features, including an excellent storage drawer. She also appreciated the fact the fact that it was gender neutral which meant she could pass it on to future babies.

You'll also need to purchase an additional mattress, since the cot beds don't always include a mattress. You'll need to select a flat, firm mattress that is the perfect size for your Baby Cot. The best cot bed cot mattress is made of foam, springs or coir. It must be certified in accordance with British safety standards BS A1:5852 or BS 1877-10/1997.

The height of the cot should be no more than 55cm to prevent your child from escaping. The distance between the bars should not be more than 6.5cm, so that your child's head won't get trapped in them.

Stokke snuzkot

This dazzling cot from the Scandi brand gives a lively style to the nursery with the slats coloured to add a pop of colour that'll make your baby feel at home. It's a perfect fit for most nurseries and seamlessly blends into the rest of your decor, and comes with an accompanying changing unit to tie it all together. This cot comes in two neutral colours white and soft grey. It takes just an hour to put together due to the clear instructions and separate screws packs.

The cot bed can expand with your child. You can also add an extension kit for juniors which will allow them to the age of five. This is a premium option that comes with a price to match. If you're looking to purchase nursery furniture that lasts for many years, it's definitely worth considering.

It's suitable for babies and comes with three convenient mattress base heights, meaning you can put the mattress up high to make it easier for your child to move in and out of. It's also built to last and can be used with standard cot mattresses that measure up to 140cm 70cm x 140cm. The design is modern and sleek with an oval shape that can boost your baby's sense of security and safety. This is the smallest cot on our list, but it has plenty of space for your baby to lay down.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic

This is an excellent choice to get an old-fashioned cot. It is made of dowels with rounded edges which create a distinctive look from other cot beds in this price range. It also provides extra comfort for your cheap baby cots (relevant site), with three different heights of base to meet their needs. This will help you avoid having to bend to pick up your baby.

It's also a great option if your nursery has small dimensions, sloped ceilings, 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 takes up less space than you would think."

The curved sleigh detailing on the ends of the cot bed bring a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used until your child is four, and then transformed into a junior bed by removing the rails on the sides. It is equipped with a 140cm x 70cm Finest mattress and a large under-drawer for runners and handles to make it easy to access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

The final cot in our round-up is this elegant alternative from Obaby. It's a sleigh-style bed, but it doesn't feel big like other beds of this type. It also has a drawer underneath to keep all of your baby's essentials close at hand.

One of the best things about this cot is the fact that it can change with your child as they grow and change. You can take the rails off and transform it into an infant bed. Once they grow out of it, you can turn it into a practical day bed.

This cot bed has stunning design and is hand-carved from solid pine. The hand-carved edges blend beautifully with the curved side rail to set it apart from other cot beds and make a truly luxurious choice. The deluxe mattress base can be adjusted in two positions to make it easier to place your baby down without unnecessary bending. The teething rails protect your baby's gums while they are teething.

The cot isn't expensive, but it's gorgeous and will be a hit with your family and friends who visit. It's simple to build and the instructions are easy to follow with useful pictures. However, should you be concerned about your DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for PS60 that includes fixing it to the wall if needed and removing all the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-style cot bed is the ideal choice for parents who want their child to grow up in a piece of furniture that they'll treasure. It's sturdy and well-constructed and will last for an extended period of time. It's also simple to assemble and adjust as your child grows. Our tester found it particularly handy that the cot doesn't have any gaps at the edges, so that your baby will not fall out of bed.

It's also cleverly designed to transform into a toddler bed when your child is ready. You just remove the sides bars and solid ends using an Allen key and it transforms into a beautiful, traditional-style bed that will be part of your child's bedroom for many years to be.

Despite its stunning design even though it looks expensive, this cot is very affordable. Our test subject said it was the most value-for-money cot bed she's ever tried, especially as you still need to purchase a mattress separately. It's also the easiest flatpack cot to assemble and is labeled alphabetically so you can't go wrong.

The main drawback to this cot is that you have to purchase a mattress separately which may be a bit uncomfortable for some parents. However, it's worth remembering that you'll probably need to replace your child's mattress at least once a year, and often more often, so this isn't really a big deal. Plus, it's made from 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 with a traditional design. It is incredibly affordable. It is equipped with a space-saving changing table that clips to the top of the cot for quick nappy changes. It can be put away securely under the cot when baby is finished. It can also be converted into a toddler bed when the time is right with three mattress heights to pick from.

This cot is able to be used until your child is the age of four (or longer if you purchase the additional 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 comes with three mattress base positions to adapt to the needs of your growing child.

Grace, a tester for parents was delighted that the sides were slatted and did not have sharp edges that could pose a threat to children. It's an excellent choice for rooms with ceilings that slope because it occupies the floor area in a tiny amount. The side panel is the only thing that separates the cot and the room for your toddler.

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