The Best Car Seats Newborn

Before purchasing an infant car seat for your infant make sure you consult an accredited child passenger safety technician (CPST). They can assist you in finding the best car seat car seats newborn for your child.

Infant-only car seats are made for babies. They can only be used in the rear-facing position. Some snap into strollers, making transport more convenient.

Axkid One i-Size

The Axkid One i-Size is a rear-facing car seat that can be used from birth until age 6 (with the newborn insert in the One+). It feels robust with strong metal, hard-wearing plastics and a sturdy foundation. The headrest can be adjusted with a single button. This lets older children have more leg space. There is also a slightly difficult side impact protection that slides to the back of the seat, however this seems to work well and it's easy to use.

The seat is very easy to install - there are six self-explanatory step and an anti-rotational bar which clicks into place as you fold the support leg. It's a quick procedure that should take only 30 seconds with a little practice. It is also lightweight, making it easier to manage. The ISOFIX connectors are easily incorporated into the Isofix points of the vehicle and there's an audio cue that tells you whether the seat is in the optimal position.

The Axkid One 2 is an upgrade to the very well-known Axkid ONE and has over 150 upgrades - many on the inside so you don't see them but they make the car seat safer, smoother to use and more comfortable for your child. It is the only rear-facing ISOFIX car seat that has the weight/height limit of 23kg/125cm. It is i-Size Plus certified, which is the highest standard for safety. It has a very long backrest that allows you to keep your child rear facing for longer and research shows this is the most secure method to travel.

Cybex Cloud T

The Cybex Cloud T car seat is stylish and striking. It has plenty to offer. It is compatible with i-Size and the travel system. It also features an unidirectional 180deg swivel entry (when it is used with an optional Base T ISOfix base). This allows you to easily take your child in and out of the vehicle. It also has a Newborn Inlay which promotes a close to flat position for newborns and premature babies. This is safer and lessens respiratory difficulties. However, this can be removed as your baby grows. It also has Linear Side Impact Protection, which reduces impact forces by up 25% and directs them away.

Superior comfort is guaranteed with the fabric that breathes and the adjustable sun canopy that allow your baby to enjoy an enjoyable ride. The sophisticated air ventilation system maintains a constant temperature to ensure that your child remains cool even during long journeys.

The XXL Sun Canopy also comes in a UPF50+ material that provides your child with plenty of UV protection and shields them from wind as much as the bustling environment. It's like a warm cocoon. Additionally, you'll be delighted by the innovative recline feature that offers your child a full lie-flat position outside of the car and a near-flat recline inside the vehicle, like a carrycot.

Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus

Created for babies from birth up to 12 months old, the Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus car seat is a user-friendly infant car seat with a variety of amazing features. It is a car seat for children aged 0+ that is compatible with the FamilyFix 360 base (sold separately) and comes with state-of-the-art safety features, including high-tech impact-absorbing side protection and topside wings that protect your child in the event of an accident.

The seat also comes with a baby-hug inlay that can be removed as your child grows. It is padded for maximum comfort. The seat is easy-to-install and comes with clear directions. It also comes with a built in display panel that provides visual and audio feedback when the ISOFIX connectors are clicked into place properly. For those without ISOFIX the seat is simple to connect to a vehicle's seat belt.

The Pebble is light and easy to move between cars, with a strong carry handle that can be placed in multiple positions. It is the perfect infant car seat to travel infant car seat in, since it can easily be lifted into and out of taxis, or grandparent's vehicles.

The Maxi-Cosi Pebble comes in a variety of colors and new designs are regularly added. Our review unit was in the Triangle Flow design, which is covered in tiny triangles to create an effect that is pixelated and comes with a baby-hug inlay that can be removed when your child is out of it. It's an attractive and stylish car seat that's easy to use.

Nuna Pipa

Nuna Pipa, a car seat designed by Dutch designers and is available in various colors. Their goal is to design products that are fashionable and user-friendly. It's safe to say they have achieved this with the Pipa. This car seat has been awarded a variety of awards including silver in the category Group 0+ at the UK's 2014 Prima Baby Awards. The best car seats infant seat is available in a lighter version, called the Pipa Lite Lx.

Both versions come with excellent safety features and are highly-top rated baby car seats. The base for this seat has a load leg and rigid lower anchors, which help to keep the seat secure in the event of a crash. It also includes an anti-rebound bar to minimize rotation and absorb the impact forces.

This car seat newborn insert seat is also equipped with a no-rethread harness and an adjustable head support, which makes it easy to grow with your child. It can be used as early as the first day, and up to a maximum weight of 13kg. This seat is also GREENGUARD Gold certified, which means that it meets low chemical emissions standards and is more eco-friendly.

The Pipa is a great choice for a variety of families. However, it could be inappropriate for parents with babies who are small or those who have very tall children. You'll need to purchase an additional infant insert and a crotch strap pad. The padding is lightweight and comfortable, so it's not a problem at all.

Nuna Pipa is also ideal for parents who take taxis or rideshares but do not need to worry about installing the base. All you need to do is press the latches into your vehicle's anchors, and the indicator will change to green if the seat has been properly installed.

Joie i-Snug 2

With its unique Tri-Protect headrest including Intelli-Fit memory foam, the i-Snug 2 meets the highest side impact standards of R129. The baby seat also comes with a baby insert and can be easily adjusted in height. It is ideal for everyday use. It can be used on Joie strollers with adapters, as well as strollers of other brands. The fabrics are easy to wash and the canopy gives you additional protection from sun radiation.

It is simple to handle and transport. The i-Snug 2 can be used as part of the Encore Spinning System with the 360deg rotating base iBase Encore. It's compatible with the Joie Clickfit, i-Base lx and iBase Advance car seat bases too. When your child grows out of the iSnug 2 you can upgrade it to the i-Harbour Toddler Seat to ensure safe travels.

The product is designed to ensure that your child is comfortable, the iSnug 3 is suitable for use up to 13kg and up to 75 cm tall. The 3-point harness as well as the covered buckles provide the most secure fit for your child. The i-Snug 3 also has the Grow Together headrest, which can be adjusted to meet your child's growing needs without having to unthread the harness.