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If you are looking for cot beds you'll need one that is sturdy, safe, and of a good size. This handmade model checks all the boxes and our panel members loved its unique mix of white and natural pine.

This cot bed comes with all the accessories you require, including storage compartments teething rails, a storage compartment, and two height settings. It is also simple to assemble, and will look great in any baby nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The coxley cot bed by mamas and papas is full of great design features, all following an exquisitely designed style. It's also built to last and can easily be converted into a toddler bed and is sure to be with your baby from birth until four years old.

Its slightly tapered legs make it a modern alternative to the traditional cot. It comes with three mattress positions that can be adjusted to suit your baby's size and also an lower base that adds safety. The cot is equipped with a handy under-cot storage drawer and teething rails that protect your baby's gums when they get their first teeth.

Megan Our tester for parents loved this cot-bed. She said it was simple to put together it was beautiful, and looked gorgeous. It also had many extra features, including storage drawers that are useful. She also loved the fact that it's gender-neutral, meaning it can be passed down to future children.

You'll also have to purchase a mattress on your own, as cot beds do not always come with one. You will want to select a firm baby mattress that is flat and is the correct size. The best mattress for cots is made of foam, spring or coir and should be inspected to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 195852:1991+A1 2012.

The height of the cot should not exceed 55cm to stop your child from climbing out. The distance between the bars shouldn't be greater than 6.5cm, so that your baby's head can't get trapped in the bars.

Stokke snuzkot

This eye-catching cot by the Scandi brand gives a lively style to the nursery with the coloured slats adding a pop of colour that'll make your little one feel at the home of their dreams. It is a perfect design for any nursery and the changing table that comes with it will tie it all together. This cot comes in two neutral shades: white or soft grey and it takes only an hour to put together with the clear directions and screws in separate packs really helping you out.

The cot bed can expand with your child. You can also add a junior extension kit that will take them to the age of five. It's a premium choice with a price tag to match, but if you're looking to purchase a piece of nursery furniture that will last, this is worth considering.

It's suitable from birth. The mattress can be positioned high to allow easy access for your child. It's also made of a durable material and can be used with cot mattresses up to 140cm by 70cm. The design is simple and modern and features an oval shape that'll boost your baby's feelings of security and safety. It's the smallest cot on our list however it still offers plenty of room for your baby to sleep in.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed

This is a wonderful option to get a distinctive vintage-style cot bed. It has rounded dowel slats to create a design that is unique from other beds in this price range. It offers three different base heights for your baby to accommodate their requirements. This means that you won't need to bend to lift them from the bed, which can save your back.

recommended cribs 's also a good choice when you have a smaller nursery, with a sloped ceiling or do not want to occupy the floor with your cot bed. Our deputy editor Heidi Scrimgeour says: "It's an eye-catching piece that occupies less space than you think from its design."

The curved sleigh design on the cot bed ends bring a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used from birth until about four years old. It it can be converted into an adult bed by taking the side rails off and dropping the ends. 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 chic model from Obaby. It's a sleigh-style design but doesn't have the bulky feeling that you usually get from these types of beds. Additionally, it also has a handy drawer underneath which allows you to keep all the baby essentials in reach.

This cot will grow with your child. You can take the rails off and transform it into an infant bed. Once they've grown out of it then you can convert it into a practical daybed.

This cot bed is made of solid pine and has an exquisite hand-carved design. The hand-carved edges blend beautifully with the curved rear side rails to set it apart from other cot beds and make an exquisite choice. The mattress base is deluxe and can be adjusted in two positions to make it easier to put your newborn down without having to bend. The teething rails protect your baby's gums while they are teething.

small cot beds  cot isn't cheap, but it is 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, if you're worried about your own DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for PS60 that includes fixing it to the wall when needed and removing all the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-style cot bed a smart choice for parents who want their baby to grow into a piece of furniture they will cherish. It is sturdy and well-made which means it will last a long time. It's also easy to put together and adjust as your child grows. Our tester found it to be particularly helpful that the cot does not have any gaps along the edges so that your child can't get out of bed.

It can 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 be in your child's room for many years.

This cot looks expensive, however, it's actually very inexpensive. It was rated the top value cot-bed by our testers even though you need to buy a mattress separately. It's also the most simple flatpack cot to put together and is labeled alphabetically, so you won't get wrong.

The main drawback of this cot is that it requires an additional mattress. For certain parents, this could be a problem. But, it's important to remember that you'll probably need to replace your child's mattress at least once a year, and often more often and this shouldn't be a big deal. Plus, it's made from natural wood, so you'll be able to be confident about the 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 great value for money. It comes with a space-saving coordinating changing table that clips to the top of the cot to speed up diaper changes. Once baby is done with this, it tucks securely under the cot. It could also be transformed into a toddler's bed by using three mattress heights.

This cot is a durable option that is suitable for use up to the time your child is four years older (or even longer if you purchase the toddler bed conversion kit). This cot is also constructed of sustainable 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 requirements.

Grace, a tester for parents loved the fact that the sides were slatted and didn't have any sharp edges which could pose a threat to children. It's also a great choice for small rooms and ceilings with slopes, since it takes up very little area, with only the side panel detaching the cot from the bedroom for your toddler.

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. A rocking frame with swivel and teething rail are included as well as the option to add drawers under the bed to store more clothes, nappies and toys should you wish to.