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When you're looking at cot beds for sale you need a product that's solid, safe and of adequate in size. This hand-crafted model ticks all the boxes, and our panel loved its smart mix of natural and white pine.

This cot bed comes with all the accessories you need, such as an area for storage 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 design features that follow a hand crafted aesthetic. It is also built to last. It easily converts into a toddler's bed and will be used by your child from birth until the age of four.

Its slightly tapered feet give it a contemporary take on the traditional cot. It comes with three mattress positions that can be adjusted to accommodate your baby's size and the lower base, which increases safety. The cot also has a handy under cot storage draw as well as teething rails that will protect your infant's gums when they start getting their first teeth.

Our parent tester Megan really liked this cot bed. She said that it was easy to assemble and was gorgeous. It also came with many extra features, including a useful storage drawer. She also appreciated the fact that it's gender neutral so it can be passed down to future children.

You'll also need to buy a mattress separately, as cot beds usually do not come with one. You'll need to choose a firm baby mattress that is flat and is the correct size. The best crib for newborn mattresses for cots are made of springs, foam or coir and should be certified to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 195852:1991+A1 2012.

The cot itself must have a maximum height of 55cm to ensure that your child isn't able to get out. The gap between the bars should not be more than 6.5cm to keep your baby's head from getting stuck.

Stokke snuzkot

This eye-catching cot by the Scandi brand adds a fun look 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 design for any nursery, and the changing table that comes with it will tie it all together. This cot is available in two neutral shades: white or soft grey. it takes only an hour to put together with the clear instructions and separate packs of screws that will help you.

This cot bed will grow with your child. It is possible to add a junior extension kit that can take them up to age five. This is a premium option with a price to match. If you want to invest in nursery furniture that lasts for a long time, it's worth looking into.

It's suitable from the time of birth. The mattress can be placed high for easy access by your child. It's also made of a sturdy material and can be used with cot mattresses up to 140cm by 70cm. The design is sleek and modern with an oval shape that will boost your baby's sense of security and comfort. This is the smallest cheap cot beds in our list, yet it has plenty of space for your baby to lay down.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed

This is a fantastic option for those who want an old-fashioned cot. It features rounded dowel slats to create an aesthetic distinct from other cots in this price range. It also provides extra comfort for your child with three different heights of base to meet their requirements. This will save you from having to bend over to pick up your baby.

This is a good alternative if your nursery is a small size with a sloped ceiling or you don't want the bed to take up lots of floor space. Our Deputy Editor Heidi Scrimgeour says: "It's an eye-catching piece that takes up less room than you might expect from its appearance."

The curved sleigh detailing on the cot bed ends add a touch of elegance to any nursery. It can be used until your child reaches the age of four, then it can be converted into a junior bed by removing the rails on the sides. It comes with a premium 140cm x 70cm mattress. It also has a large under drawer on runners and handles to make it easy to access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

The final cot we've reviewed is this elegant model from Obaby. It's a sleigh style but doesn't have the 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 easily within reach.

This cot can grow with your child's. You can take off the side rails and convert it into a toddler bed and once they outgrow that you can even turn it into a practical day bed.

The cot bed is constructed of solid pine and has an exquisite hand-carved design. The carved ends are incorporated into the curves of the side rails, creating a truly luxurious cot bed. The luxurious base mattress can be set in two positions which makes it easier to position your baby without having to bend over. It also includes teething rails to protect the delicate gums of your baby during their teething period.

Although it's quite expensive, this is a great-looking cot that is sure to impress your friends and family when they visit. It's simple to build and the instructions are easy to follow with helpful pictures, but in case you're concerned about your DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for PS60 that includes fixing it to the wall when required and disposing of all the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-style cot bed (www.diggerslist.com) is a smart choice for parents who want their baby to grow into a piece of furniture that they'll treasure. It's durable and well-built which means it will last many years. It's also simple to assemble and change as your child grows. The test subject was impressed the fact that there aren't any gaps between the edges of the cot, so your baby won't fall out of his bed.

It could also be converted into a toddler's bed once your child is old enough. With an Allen key you can remove the side bars and the solid end pieces to turn it into an old-fashioned bed. It will stay in the room of your child for many years.

Despite being so premium-looking, this cot is actually very affordable. Our tester called it the most value-for-money cot bed she's ever tested, especially as you still require a mattress separately. It's also the easiest flatpack cot to assemble, with every piece labelled alphabetically, making it impossible to go wrong.

The main drawback of this cot is that it requires a separate mattress. For some parents, this may be a problem. It's important to keep in mind that you'll likely need to replace the mattress of your child at least once per year, and often more frequently which isn't something to worry about. Plus, it's made from natural wood, so you'll be able to be comfortable about purchasing it.

Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

This Good Little Trading Company option offers a stylish and sturdy cot that is traditional in design. It's incredibly affordable cots. It comes with a changing table that clips to the top of the cot to allow for quick and simple nappy changing. Once baby is done with this, it can be tucked completely away beneath the cot. It also transforms into a toddler bed when the time is right with three mattress heights to choose from.

The cot can 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 from sustainable wood - in this case it's a mix of Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and comes with three mattress base positions to adjust to the growing needs of your child.

Grace the tester, a parent was delighted that the sides were slatted and did not have sharp edges that could be a danger for children. It's also a great option for rooms with small or sloped ceilings as it takes up a small amount of floor space, with just the side panel that separates the cot from your toddler's bedroom.

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