Top 5 Wooden Cot Beds For Sale

There's a lot to take into consideration when buying a cot bed for your infant. If you choose the right one you can be sure that your baby is safe and comfortable during the first year of their life.

Our overall winner is this high-quality cot from Silver Cross, which we love for its streamlined aesthetic and simple assembly. It also comes with an adjustable mattress base that can be adjusted through three height positions as your child grows.

1. Silver Cross Westport Cot bed

This wooden cot bed offers an elegant design and sturdy construction that makes it a fantastic option for parents who are looking for furniture for their nursery. The cot bed comes with three heights which can be adjusted so it can grow along with your child. It is suitable for children up to age four. It also comes with teething rails that our test subjects found extremely beneficial in securing the wood from the damage caused by teeth growing. It also comes with an integrated wardrobe that can be used to store blankets, clothes and nappies.

The Coxley's timeless design, classic white wooden cotbed finish and oak accents make it a stylish piece that will blend into any nursery decor. It's a big cot, larger than most it can be turned into a bedroom for toddlers. It also has an additional dressing table and changing table. Victoria is a mother of two boys between three and eight says "I like the clean lines on the Greenwich pieces. They are very solid and secure for our toddlers and the coordinating changing table/dresser is the perfect place to store their clothing as well as nappies and bedding."

This classic, all-white wooden cot bed cot from Silver Cross is easy to build and compatible with the standard cot mattress. It also comes with cast pewter handles that are striking. It's built to last and can be converted into a toddler's bed at the right time. Compatible with the Silver Cross TrueFit Mattress for the most restful sleep.

It's available in a range of neutral shades and fits easily into any nursery, making it a fantastic option for both girls as well as boys. The fact that the cot was easy to clean and compatible with the Silver Cross TrueFit Mattress, which is perfectly fitted, meant that our testers loved it.

2. Stokke Cot bed cot design wooden

The Sleepi, designed by Stokke, the Scandinavian brand Stokke is a nursery item that grows with your baby. It is suitable from birth up to 5 years old and can be adapted to meet changing requirements. At first, it's an infant bassinette, which can be adapted to become an bed with side rails and then to a junior bed (that's the model Charlie test with Seb).

The crib is fitted with spaced wooden bars which allow air circulation while your baby sleeps. This creates a peaceful sleeping environment and ensures that your child enjoys a restful and healthy sleep. Parents love that the curved corners prevent sharp edges, which they say helps babies feel safe and secure. The slatted design allows parents to keep an eye on the baby from every angle, giving them peace-of-mind and confidence in their parenting skills.

You can convert the cot into a bed for a toddler by taking off the sides. We did this with our son. This is a great way to avoid the expense of buying an entirely new mattress and free up space for other furniture.

The cot bed is constructed from sturdy and durable beech wood bed cot with an environmentally friendly finish, making it safe for your little bundle of joy. It is easy to clean and comes in a neutral color scheme that looks beautiful in any room. This cot isn't inexpensive, but its durability and function mean that it will last you for years, and can even be used by your next child if you look after it.

3. Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic

The Snowdon is a classic, sleigh-style cot bed with open sliding sides and teething rails to shield your baby from the curious little hands and mouths. It's simple to put together, and is a great choice for those who want a classic design that will fit seamlessly into your nursery. Vicky, our tester, felt that the curved shape is better suited for smaller rooms than the other sleigh beds we tried. The three different height positions are perfect for infants to toddlers. The large drawer under the bed provides plenty of storage space. It also has an easy-to-pull-out mechanism that slides smoothly.

Once your baby is old enough to a junior bed, it can be converted easily by taking off the side rails and dropping the cot's ends. Include an additional wardrobe for the junior bed to give it a stylish look and to give your child plenty of storage. It comes with a premium mattress of 140x70cm that is 100% breathable and is designed to fit perfectly.

This stunning cot bed is a fantastic investment piece that can see your child from infancy to the toddler years. This is a more expensive alternative than the other cots we've tested but Annie our test subject believes it's worth it since it will be a great option in the future. It's a sleek, stylish design that comes with additional features such as teething rails, as well as a useful under-drawer and its solid light wood cot bed construction is extremely robust. It's a bit heavy and heavy, so be aware when moving it yourself following installation.

4. Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

This sleigh cot is the standout piece of the Obaby furniture Stamford collection. It has a gorgeously designed curved top that has been hand-shaped. It is available in a range of finishes that will suit any nursery, and is compatible with the rest of the Stamford furniture. It's also extremely adaptable and transforms from a cot into a toddler bed by the removal of both sides. Then, it can be converted into a day bed or sofa as your child gets older. It comes with a big storage drawer beneath, teething rails and 3 adjustable height levels making it as practical as it is stylish.

Parent tester Beckie says this is an extremely well-designed cot that has the ability to change as your child grows. Its sleigh design makes it an attractive focal point in any nursery and its sustainable acacia as well as radiata hardwood construction is of the highest standard. The slatted sleigh style is also a good choice for smaller rooms, as the gaps between slats are less than those on other designs.

It's not the cheapest model on our list, but parents and test participants felt it was worth the cost. It's constructed to last, and can be converted into a toddler bed by removing both side rails and then an occasional sofa or day bed as your child grows out of it around the age of four. It also comes with additional extras like the under-drawer, teething rails and 3 adjustable heights, it's an investment piece that can grow with your baby for many years to be.

The sleigh cot bed is able to be used with any cot mattress. The Stamford cot bed, which has dual sleeping surfaces can be bought to match the sleigh cot bed. One side is made of Tencel fabric that's super soft and breathable, which will help your baby to remain cool and comfortable. The other is made from polyurethane for more strength and resiliency. Both fabrics are safe and hypoallergenic.

5. Mamas & Papas Franklin Cot Bed

If you're looking for a chic cot bed that will grow with your child, the Mamas & Papas Franklin is an excellent choice. It is suitable for babies up to 4 years old and can be transformed into a cool day bed or toddler bed. The base comes with two different height positions, making it easier for you to access your child, and you can even add a handy underneath drawer for extra storage. It also has passed the trampoline test which means it is safe for older children to use.

Our test subjects were awed by how simple the cot was to put together and our deputy editor saying that it was an easy "doddle". It's also among the lightest flatpack cots available, making it easier to move around in the nursery. It's also packaged in a sleek, compact box that is easy to recycle when your child is no longer using it.

The cot has an cushion that is insulated. Our test participants thought was a great feature because it helps keep your baby at a healthy temperature for a longer time. It's also a decent-sized cot, with enough room for bedding and toys. The rails for teething added to the comfort of our test moms.

To complete the nursery set, pair this cot with the matching Franklin Dresser and Franklin Wardrobe (available separately). This innovative 2-in-1 range will last through the beginning of your child's life and will provide you with style as well as clever storage solutions. It has a convertible cot/daybed that can double as a toddler's bed as well as a dresser, and a large closet with a large drawer. It's a great option for those who have smaller bedrooms, sloped ceilings or anyone looking to save space.