Top 5 wooden cot beds for sale (Read the Full Guide)

When you are looking to buy a cot-bed for your baby, there are many things to think about. But with the right pick you'll be able ensure that they're safe and secure throughout their first years.

This high-quality cot from Silver Cross is our overall winner. We appreciate its sleek design and the ease of assembly. It also has an adjustable mattress base that can be adjusted to three different heights as your baby grows.

1. Silver Cross Westport Cot Bed

With its timeless design and sturdy build This wooden cot bed is an excellent option for parents who are new and looking for quality nursery furniture. The cot bed comes with three levels that 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 to be excellent in preventing wood the damage caused by growing babies' teeth. It also comes with a built-in wardrobe to keep blankets, clothing and nappies.

The Coxley's timeless style, classic white finish and oak accents make it a chic piece that can be incorporated into any nursery decor. It is a large cot that is larger than the majority it can be turned to a toddler's bedroom. It also comes with a separate dressing table and changing area. Victoria mom of two boys, aged 3 and 8years old, says: "I love the clean lines of the Greenwich pieces. They are solid and safe for our kids and the matching dresser/changing table makes the perfect space to keep their diapers, clothes and bedding.

This classic, all-white and wood cot bed cot from Silver Cross is easy to put together and is compatible with regular cot mattresses. It also features cast pewter handles with contrasting colors. It's designed to last through birth and can be converted into an adult bed when the time is right, and is compatible with the Silver Cross TrueFit mattress for the most comfortable and secure sleep.

It comes in a variety of neutral shades and is easily incorporated into any nursery decor. This makes it an ideal option for both boys as well as girls. Our testers loved the fact that the cot is easy to clean and it's compatible with the Silver Cross TrueFit mattress, that is perfectly fitted so that there aren't any gaps between the sides.

2. Stokke Cot Bed

The Sleepi, designed by the Scandinavian brand Stokke is a nursery item that will grow with your baby. It is suitable from birth up to five years of age and can be adapted to meet changing needs. Initially, it comes as an infant bassinette, which can be converted to a crib with side rails, and then be a junior bed (that's the model that Charlie tried with Seb).

The crib features bars that are spaced out to allow air circulation whilst your baby is napping. This creates a peaceful sleeping space and ensures that your baby enjoys a healthy slumber. Parents are awestruck by the curly edges that keep sharp corners out and helps babies feel secure and secure. They also love that the slatted design ensures they are able to monitor their little bundle of joy from every angle, giving them peace of mind and confidence in their parenting abilities.

When your baby outgrows the crib bed You can take out the sides and convert it into a toddler bed as we did with our son. This is a great method to avoid buying a new mattress, and also save space in your room for other furniture.

The cot bed comes with a sturdy, durable beechwood finish that is non-toxic. This means it is safe for both your baby and you. It is easy to clean and has an neutral colour scheme that looks beautiful in any room. The cot isn't expensive, but its design and function mean that it will last for many years and even be used by your next baby If you take care of it.

3. Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed

The Snowdon is a classic, Sleigh-style cot with open sliding sides and teething rails that protect your baby from the curious little hands and mouths. It's simple to put together, and is a great choice for those looking for a stylish heritage style that will fit seamlessly into your nursery. Our test subject, Vicky, found it less bulky than other sleigh beds and also felt that the curved shape fitted better into smaller rooms than the other beds we tested. The three different height positions are ideal for newborns to toddlers. The large drawer beneath the bed provides plenty of storage space. It also has an easy pull-out mechanism that glides smoothly.

When your baby is old enough to move to a junior bed it converts easily by simply taking the side rails off and lower the cot's two ends. You can also add an appropriate wardrobe for your junior bed for a stylish finish and to provide your child with plenty of storage. It comes with a top mattress that measures 140x70cm. It is 100% breathable and is designed to fit perfectly.

This stunning cot bed designs in wood-bed is fantastic investment that will last your child from infancy through to the early toddler years. It's a more expensive alternative to other cot beds we've tested but Annie the tester believes it's worth it since it will be a great option in the future. It's a chic, sleek design with additional features such as teething rails, a handy under-drawer and solid dark wood cot bed construction that is impressively strong. It's a bit heavy and heavy, so keep that in mind when you move it around after the assembly.

4. Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

The most striking piece of the Obaby Stamford furniture collection the sleigh cot bed is elegantly made with a hand-shaped curving end. It comes in a variety of finishes that will fit any nursery and matches the rest of the Stamford furniture. It's also extremely adaptable and transforms from a cot to a toddler bed by the removal of both sides. Then, it can be transformed into a daybed or sofa when your child gets older. It has a huge storage drawer under teething rails, as well as 3 adjustable height levels, making it as practical as it is stylish.

Beckie, an experienced parent tester, believes that this is a well designed cot with the ability to grow with your child. The sleigh-style design makes it a stunning centrepiece in any nursery and its sustainable acacia as well as radiata hardwood construction is of the highest grade. The slatted sleigh style is also a good option for smaller rooms because the gaps between slats are narrower than the gaps on other designs.

The model is not the most affordable, but parent testers thought 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 it can be used as a daybed or sofa when your child is outgrowing it around the age of four. With numerous extras such as the under-drawer and teething rails This is an investment that will increase with your child's development for the years to come.

The sleigh cot is utilized with any mattress. It can also be purchased with the matching Stamford mattress for cots with two sleeping surfaces. One side is made of Tencel fabric that's super soft and breathable, helping your baby to remain cool and comfortable. The other is made of polyurethane to provide extra strength and durability. Both are hygienic and hypoallergenic.

5. Mamas & Papas Franklin Cot Bed

If you want a stylish cot bed that can grow with your child and their needs, the Mamas & Papas Franklin is the ideal choice. It's suitable from birth until 4 years old, and it can be transformed into an awesome toddler bed and day bed. The base can be adjusted to two different heights to make it easier for you to reach your child. You can also include an under-bed drawer to give you additional storage. It also is able to pass the trampoline test which means it is safe for older children to use.

Our testers were impressed with the ease of assemble this cot. Our deputy editor said that it was "a breeze". It's also one of the lighter flatpack cots available that makes it much easier to move around your nursery. It's also packed in a streamlined box that's easy to recycle once your child grows out of it.

The cot is equipped with an cushion that is insulated. Our testers found to be a fantastic feature, as it helps keep your baby at a comfortable temperature for a longer time. It's also a good size with plenty of space to store bedding and toys. The rails for teething added the ease of our test mothers.

Pair this cot with matching Franklin Dresser or the Franklin Wardrobe. (Available separately) To create a complete nursery, you can purchase the Franklin Wardrobe and Franklin Dresser separately. This clever 2-in-1 collection will last through the beginning of your child's life and will provide you with style as well as smart storage solutions. It has a convertible cot/daybed that can double as a toddler's bed, a dresser and a closet that is large enough with a drawer deep. It's an excellent choice for those with smaller bedrooms, ceilings that slope or anyone who wants to make space.