If you are looking for cot beds, you need something that is safe, sturdy, and of a good size. This model is made by hand and ticks all the boxes. Our panel loved its mixture of pine and white.
This crib bed includes all the features you need, such as a storage compartment as well as teething rails and two height settings. It's also simple to put together and looks stunning in any nursery.Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed
The mamas and papas coxley crib is brimming with wonderful features that are designed to follow an exquisitely crafted look. It's durable and can easily be converted into a toddler bed and is sure to be with your baby from birth until four years old.
The slightly tapered feet make it a contemporary take on the traditional cot. It also features three mattress positions that can be adjusted to fit your growing baby and an lower base for extra safety. The cot comes with an under-cot storage drawer, as well as teething rails to protect your baby's gums as they begin to get their first teeth.
Megan, our parent tester loved this cot-bed. She said it was easy to assemble it was beautiful, and looked gorgeous. It also had lots of extra features including an excellent storage drawer. She also liked the fact that it's gender neutral, so you can pass it on to future babies.
You'll also need to purchase an additional mattress, since cot beds usually do not include a mattress. You should choose a firm, flat mattress that is the ideal size for your baby. The best cot mattress is made of springs, foam, 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 not exceed 55cm to stop your child from escaping. The space between the bars shouldn't be more than 6.5cm to stop your child's head from getting stuck.
Stokke snuzkot
This eye-catching cot from a Scandi brand brings a fun vibe to the nursery, with the coloured slats adding an element of color that will make your child feel at in their own home. It's a great option for all nurseries and seamlessly blends into the rest of your decor, and comes with the matching changing unit to tie everything together. This cot comes in two neutral colors white and soft grey. It takes only an hour to assemble, thanks to the clear instructions and separate screws packs.
This cot bed will grow with your child. It is possible to add a junior extension kit which will allow them until they reach the age of five. It's a top-quality option with a price tag that will match, but if you're planning to invest in a piece of nursery furniture that will last, this is worth considering.
It is suitable for babies from the time of birth. The mattress can be placed high for easy access by your child. It's also built to last and fits standard cot mattresses of up to 140cm 70cm x 140cm. The design is modern and sleek with an oval shape that will increase your baby's sense of safety and security. This is the smallest cot in our list, Cots4Tots.Co.Uk yet it offers plenty of room for your baby to rest.
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 distinct from other cots in this price range. It also provides extra comfort for your child with three base heights to suit their needs. This means you don't have to crouch to lift them from bed, which can ease your back.
It's also a great option if your nursery has an insignificant size, sloped ceilings or you don't want the bed to take up the floor space. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor, says: "It is a statement piece that takes up less space than you would expect."
The curved sleigh design on the cot bed's ends add a touch of elegance to any nursery. It can be used until your child reaches the age of four, and then transformed to a junior bed by removing the side rails. It includes a 140cmx70cm Finest mattress and a large under-drawer on the handles and runners to make it easy to access.
Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed
The last cot we'll be discussing is this stylish alternative from Obaby. It has a sleigh design but doesn't have that bulky feel that is often associated with these kinds of beds. And it also comes with a drawer underneath that means you can keep all the baby necessities within easy reach.
This cot will grow with your child's. You can take the rails off and transform it into an infant bed. Once they've grown out of that then you can convert it into an useful daybed.
This cot bed has an amazing design that has been hand-carved from solid pine. The carved ends are incorporated into the curved side rails to create a truly luxurious cot bed. The deluxe mattress base can be lowered in two positions to make it easier for you to place your baby down without bending. The teething rails guard the gums of your baby when they are teething.
The cot isn't cheap, but it is stunning and will impress your family and friends when they visit. It's simple to build and the instructions are clear with useful pictures. However, should you be concerned about your 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 can be a wonderful choice for parents who wish to gift their child something they can cherish. It's sturdy and well-constructed which means it will last a long time. It's also simple to assemble and change as your child grows. The tester was pleased the fact that there aren't any gaps around the edges of the cot to ensure that your baby won't fall out of bed.
It can also be converted into a toddler's bed when your child is old enough. It's as easy as removing the sides bars and solid ends using an Allen key and then it transforms into a beautiful, traditional-style bed that will be a part of your child's bedroom for years to be.
Although it looks expensive even though it looks expensive, this cot is quite affordable. Our test subject said it was the most value-for-money cot bed she's tested particularly since you require a mattress separately. It's also the easiest flatpack cot to assemble, with every piece labelled alphabetically, so you won't get wrong.
The main drawback of this cot is that it requires an additional mattress. For some parents, this might be a problem. But, it's important to remember that you'll probably need to replace the mattress of your child at least once per year, and often more frequently and this shouldn't be an issue. Additionally, it's made of natural wood so you can feel good about your purchase.
Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed
A sturdy and stylish cot with a classic design This Good Little Trading Company option is a great value. It includes a space-saving changing table that snaps neatly to the top of the cot to speed up diaper changes. Once baby is done with this, it can be tucked securely under the cot. It also converts into a toddler bed when the time is right with three mattress heights to choose from.
This cot can be used until your child reaches the age of four (or longer if you buy the additional toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also constructed from sustainably sourced hardwood an amalgamation of Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand radiata in this case - and comes with three mattress positions so that you can alter it to your child's growing needs.
Parent tester Grace was impressed that the slatted sides were simple to clean and didn't come with sharp edges that could pose an issue for toddlers. It's an excellent choice for small rooms with a sloped ceiling, as it takes up little floor space. The side panel is all that divides the cot from the room of your toddler.
The cot was designed to comply with the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was simple thanks to alphabetically labelled pieces and clear instructions. A swivel rocking frame and teething rail are included, too, and you can add under-bed storage drawers to store more clothes, nappies and toys should you wish to.
