10 Things We Love About Cot Beds

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10 Things We Love About Cot Beds

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When looking for a cot bed you want one that is safe, sturdy and of a suitable size. This model is constructed by hand and ticks all of the boxes. Our panel was impressed by the combination of pine and white.

This cot bed comes with all the accessories you'll need, like storage compartments, teething rails, and two height settings. It's also simple to assemble, and looks great in any nursery for babies.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The coxley cot-bed by mamas and papas is packed with amazing design features, all following an artistically designed aesthetic. It's durable and can easily be converted into a toddler bed. It is sure to be with your baby from newborn until they are four years old.

Its slightly tapered legs make it a modern version of the traditional cot. It also features three adjustable mattress positions to accommodate your growing baby and an lower base for extra safety. The cot also comes with an under-cot storage draw and teething rails which help protect your little ones gums when they start to get their first teeth.

Our parent tester Megan was extremely pleased with this cot bed. She said it was easy-to-assemble, looked beautiful and had numerous extra features, including a useful storage drawer. She also loved the fact that it's gender-neutral, meaning you can pass it on to your children in the future.

You'll also need to buy a mattress on your own, as cot beds usually do not come with one. You should choose a firm baby mattress that is flat and is the right size. The best cot mattress is made of springs, foam or coir. It must be inspected and certified in accordance with British safety standards BS 582+A1:2012 or BS 1877-10/1997.

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

Stokke snuzkot

This eye-catching cot by the Scandi brand adds a fun style to the nursery with the slats that are coloured adding an element of color that will make your baby feel at home. It's a great fit for most nurseries and the matching changing unit will tie it all together. The cot is available in two neutral shades that are soft grey and white. It will take just one hour to assemble, due to the clear instructions and separate screws packs.

This cot bed will grow with your child.  small cot beds  comes with the option of adding an extension kit for juniors which can allow them to grow up to about age five. This is a premium option with a price to match. If you're looking to purchase nursery furniture that lasts for a long time, it's worth considering.

It's suitable from birth and features three handy mattress base heights, so you can set it up with the mattress raised to make it easy for your baby to take out and in from. It's also a sturdy build and fits standard cot mattresses that measure up to 140cm x 70cm. The design is modern and sleek with an oval shape that can boost your baby's sense of safety and security. This is the smallest of cots on our list, but it provides plenty of space for your baby to lay down.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic

This is an excellent choice for those who want a vintage-style cot bed. It is made of dowels with rounded edges that create a unique aesthetic that is different from other cot beds in this price range. It also offers extra convenience for your baby with three different heights of base to meet their needs. This means that you won't have to crouch to get them out of bed, which could save your back.

It's also a good choice if you have a smaller nursery, a sloped ceiling or do not want to occupy the floor with your cot bed. 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 cot bed's ends provide a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used from the time your child is about four years old. It then it transforms into a junior bed by taking the side rails off and dropping both ends. It includes a 140cmx70cm Finest mattress and a large under-drawer on runners and handles to make it easy to access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

This elegant cot made by Obaby is the last option in our roundup. It's a sleigh-style 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 will grow with your child. You can remove the rails and transform it into a toddler bed. Once they've grown beyond that the cot, you can transform it into a useful daybed.

The cot bed is constructed of solid pine and has an amazing hand-carved design. The hand-carved edges blend beautifully with the curved side rail to differentiate it from other cot beds and create a truly luxurious choice. The premium mattress can be adjusted in two different positions which makes it easier to put your baby in a position without needing to lean over. The teething rails guard your baby's gums while they are teething.

This cot is not inexpensive, but it's gorgeous and will be a hit with your family and friends when they come to visit. The instructions are simple to follow and contain helpful photos. If you're concerned 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 wonderful option for parents who want to give their child a piece of furniture they can treasure. It is sturdy and well-made, so it will last many years. It's also easy 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 that your child will not be thrown out of bed.

best cots 's also cleverly designed to convert into a toddler bed once your child is ready. With an Allen key, you can remove the side bars as well as the solid end pieces to turn it into traditional-style beds. It will be in your child's room for many years.

The cot appears expensive, however, it's actually very inexpensive. It was rated the top value cot-bed by our tester, even though you still need to buy an additional mattress. It's also the most simple flatpack cot to put together and is labeled alphabetically, so you won't get wrong.

The main drawback to this crib is that you will need to purchase a mattress separately, which might be off-putting for some parents. However, it's worth remembering that you'll probably need to replace the mattress of your child at least every year, and more often, so this isn't really a big deal. Additionally, it's made of natural wood so you can be confident about the purchase.

Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

A stylish and sturdy cot that has a classic style, this Good Little Trading Company option is a great value. It comes with a matching changing table that clips onto the top of cot to make it quick and easy to change nappy. Once baby is done with this, it can be tucked completely away beneath the cot. It can also be transformed into a toddler's bed with three mattress heights.

This cot can be used until your child is the age of four (or more if you purchase the additional toddler bed conversion kit). It's also made of sustainably sourced wood - in this case, a blend of Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and has three mattress positions that you can adjust to your child's growing.

Parents test Grace liked that the slatted sides were simple to clean and didn't have sharp edges that could be a hazard for little ones. It's also a good option for rooms with tiny spaces and sloped ceilings as it takes up a small amount of area, with only the side panel detaching 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 easy-to-follow instructions. The cot comes with teething rails and a swivel-rocking frame. You can also install drawers under the bed to store toys, clothes, and nappies.