The Best Car Seats For Newborns

A quality car seat is a must purchase for babies. Suitable from birth to 13kg, they generally are used in conjunction with a pushchair to create a travel system and have an easy-to-lay flat design to provide the best sleeping position for babies.

Legally, they have to be rear-facing until your child is nine months old or 135cm tall. We recommend an iSize (also called R129) or ECE R44 approved seat that is equipped with ISOFIX and side impact protection.

Maxi-Cosi Pebble Pro i-Size

If you're looking for an iSize infant car seats best car seat that will keep your baby safe from birth until they're ready to transition to a booster seat, then this model from Silver Cross is definitely worth a closer look. It's the only R129-approved car seats that can be used right from birth and provides protection in a rear-facing seat up to the age of seven, making it an investment that will last for the life of your child.

i-Size approval accounts for more than just front impact tests, and includes side impact tests as well, therefore it is a good idea to verify this with any vehicle you're thinking of purchasing. It's also important to think about other aspects, like the ease of installation and if it's compatible your vehicle. Brilliant safety features will not work effectively if they're not fitted properly.

The Pebble Pro has a sleek, stylish design with a soft, comfortable fabric cover that can be machine washed for easy cleaning. The cushion on the seat is padded to provide comfort, and the liner that can be reversible can be used for babies. It's a ergonomic handle with an ergonomic grip that makes it comfortable to lift and move.

The base of this car seat can be attached to the vehicle using the Isofix connectors or using the seatbelt. However, it is recommended to use the FamilyFix i-Size base for a simpler installation and to ensure i-Size compliance. The base is also compatible with a variety of Maxi Cosi accessories like seat covers, footmuffs and sun shades for added warmth or to protect your little one from the sun.

Apart from the i-Size certification and the excellent crash test results, which allow it to achieve top marks in all categories, this is an extremely well-designed car seat that comes with many other features that make it worth a look. The compact fold takes up little space in the trunk, it includes 5-point safety harness, ergonomically designed carry handle, and 10 headrest positions for babies with memory foam. The seat can also be used with most pushchairs and travel systems including the FamilyFix 360 base.

Silver Cross Dream iSize

Silver Cross Dream i-Size, one of the most recent products in the range of products offered by the company it is a luxurious choice with a newborn insert. This car seat is iSize approved and provides your child with the best longevity starting at birth, with rear facing up to 18kg and with a high level of side impact protection thanks to its unique Motion Safe system. The seat's rotation design makes it easy to get your child in and out and out, while the built-in simple lock ISOFIX ensures it's securely secured in place.

This model is suitable for babies from 12 months to 12 months (85cm) and is designed for comfort. It features soft touch bamboo fabric with premium branding from Silver Cross. The newborn insert is designed to keep your baby snug and secure with removable sections can be adjusted to grow with your baby and the five-position headrest ensures a snug fit. The seat was awarded the AGR-2022 certificate of approval – a top award for infant car seat cheap car seats and is compatible with Silver Cross prams or pushchairs to create a travel set (adapters are available separately).

The Nuna PIPA Urbn is baseless, so you can use the Dream i-Size with ISOFIX connectors and your vehicle's seatbelt. The ISOFIX system is an exclusive installed system that takes just a few seconds to install. It is a great option for parents who regularly change cars or share a family car or use taxis and drivers.

It's also priced a bit higher priced than maxicosi's cabriofix, but it's one of our top picks because it looks fantastic and comes with the 360-degree swivel function. It also comes with the ability to recline three levels as well as an inlay for infants that is removable. It's also iSize certified and has a high crash test rating and is a top safety pick by Which? (they base their recommendations on safety, including ease of installation and if it's installed correctly). Remember that even the top of car seats can only be effective if installed correctly.

Axkid One i-Size

The Axkid One i-Size ISOFIX seat is the only one we've tested that allows children to rear-face until they reach 23kg and 125cm. (roughly four years old). It has the highest rear-facing height limit of any seat we've tested. It is a unique feature, and it's worth considering if you want your child to remain rear-facing as long as you can.

The seat is comfortable and sturdy, and there's plenty of space for the head and torso of your child to expand comfortably. It is designed for comfort and comes with a one-handed reclining mechanism, 12 headrest positions, and soft belt padding. It's designed to be durable and can withstand daily use. However, the button and mechanism to loosen and tighten straps can be a bit difficult. We're concerned that it may get stuck or break over time.

It is also relatively light at just a little over 10kg, which makes it easy to get into and out of your car. It comes with a handy pocket at the back of the seat for storing things and also a built-in sun shade that comes with an easy Velcro strip. It can be clipped to a compatible stroller with ease, which is great for those who need to travel on multiple occasions.

As is usual with an i-Size car seats, the base of this seat uses Isofix connectors and clicks effortlessly into place. It also comes with an additional leg for support that can be adjusted by using a small grey button tucked away on the back of the seat and an indicator light to show it's secure. The seat slides onto the top, and there's a handy grab handle for lifting it into and out of the car.

This seat comes with a fantastic feature: it can be moved forward and backwards along the base to alter the legroom. This means that you can adjust the legroom as your child grows, so they can still be able to comfortably sit on their feet, even if they're tall. This is a fantastic feature and it's very effective - I found that with a little practice, it took me just 30 seconds to fit the seat and set up the legroom.

George at Asda

If you're looking to purchase your first car seat for a baby or a second one to use alongside your current pushchair, you'll find a fantastic range at George at ASDA. This well-known supermarket is well-known for its cheap clothes and homeware. It's especially popular around Christmas and other occasions.

Prices can differ widely for all products for parents. There are many options for a car seat for your newborn that doesn't require base for as little as PS100 or a complete infant car seats on sale carrier for as low as PS725 If you're looking for one with an integrated base. If you intend to use the pushchair you already have, buying an extra seat will save you money compared to purchasing an additional travel system or pram.

It's important that you choose the right car seat that meets the most recent standards when you purchase one for your newborn. The recline position is recommended to avoid babies from adopting an unnatural or unsafe posture. The seat should also include removable padding to keep the newborn cozy and comfortable.

It's important to select the right car seat for your child. grow along with your child. Many parents opt for car seats in the group 0+/1, group 1/2/3 or group 3/4 that can be adjusted to meet their child's size. This kind of car seat is ideal for children ranging from birth to around 12 years old.

The best car seats for newborns are secure and safe and you should stay clear of second-hand ones unless they've been professionally cleaned and tested. Damon Marriott and Claire Waterhouse car safety experts advise against buying a second-hand seat from a family member or friend since it's difficult to find out the history. They suggest buying a used car seat purchased from a reputable seller or on eBay. Before making any purchases it's a good idea also to check the warranty. The warranty will cover any repairs or replacements that might be necessary. Depending on the manufacturer, warranties vary from two to six years. The longer the warranty period, the more favorable. The most comprehensive warranties provide repair parts that are replaced and repairs for free for the first three to five years.