The Best Car Seats Newborn

Check with a certified child security technician (CPST) prior to purchasing an infant car seat that swivels car seat for a new baby. They can help you find the best car seats newborn for your child.

Car seats designed specifically for infants are made for babies and can only be used with rear-facing. Some snap into strollers to make 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 infant car seats best insert included in the One+). It feels robust with strong metal, hard-wearing plastics and a sturdy foundation. The headrest can be adjusted by pressing a single button. This allows older children to have more leg room. The side impact protection is a little difficult to get on, but it appears to function and is simple to use.

The seat is easy to put together - there are 6 self-explanatory steps and an anti-rotation bar that snaps into place when you fold down the support leg It's a quick procedure that should take only 30 seconds with some practice. It's also light making it easy to move. The ISOFIX connectors fit easily into the Isofix points on the vehicle and there's an audio cue that lets you know whether the seat is in the correct position.

The Axkid One 2 upgrade is one of the most well-known Axkid ONE. It has more than 150 enhancements and many of them are hidden on the inside. They make the car seat more comfortable and more secure for your child. It's the only rear-facing ISOFIX car seat that has a weight/height restriction of 23kg/125cm. It is i-Size Plus certified, which is the highest standard for safety. It features a very long backrest, which allows you to keep your child rear facing for a longer period of time. Research has proven that this is the most secure way to travel.

Cybex Cloud T

The sleek and striking Cybex Cloud T is a car seat that has a lot to offer. It is compatible with iSize and travel systems. It also features an unidirectional 180deg swivel entry (when used with an optional Base T ISOfix base). This makes it easier to get your child into and out of the car. It also has a Newborn Inlay that promotes a near-flat lying position for newborns and babies who are smaller that is more secure and reduces breathing difficulties. However it is possible to remove this as your baby grows. It also has Linear Side Impact Protection, which reduces impact forces by up to 25% and steers them away.

The breathable fabrics as well as the adjustable canopy ensure that your child will have a comfortable ride. The advanced air ventilation system maintains a constant temperature to ensure that your child stays cool throughout long rides.

The XXL Sun Canopy also comes with a UPF50+ fabric that provides your child with plenty of UV protection, and protects your child from wind as well as the crowded surroundings. It's like a cozy cocoon. In addition, you'll appreciate the innovative recline feature that offers your child a full lie-flat position outside of the car and a close-to-flat recline inside the vehicle like a carrycot.

Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus

For infants ranging from birth to 12 months old The Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus car seat is an easy-to-use infant carrier with some amazing features. It is a car seat for children aged 0+ that is compatible with the FamilyFix 360 base (sold separately) and has state-of-the art safety features like high-tech impact absorbing side protection and topside wings to safeguard your baby in the event of an accident.

The seat also has a baby-hug design that can be removed when your baby grows. It is well padded to ensure maximum comfort. The seat is simple to install, and comes with clear instructions and a built-in display panel that gives you audio and visual feedback when the ISOFIX connectors have been pressed into place correctly. The seat can be affixed to a vehicle by using the seat belt for those without ISOFIX.

The Pebble is a light, easy-to-transport car seat. It comes with a sturdy handle that can be adjusted in several positions. It's the perfect infant car seat to travel with, as it can easily be lifted into and out of taxis or grandparent's cars.

The Maxi-Cosi Pebble comes in a assortment of colors. New designs are added regularly. Our review unit was the Triangle Flow design, which is decorated with tiny triangles for an effect that is pixelated and comes with a baby-hug inlay that is removable after your child has grown out of it. It is an attractive and stylish car seat that is simple to use.

Nuna Pipa

Nuna Pipa, a car seat created by Dutch designers are available in various colors. Their goal is to design products that are fashionable and easy to use. It's safe to say that they have succeeded with the Pipa. This seat has won a host of awards, including silver in the Group 0+ category at the UK's 2014 Prima Baby Awards. The car seat is available in a lighter version, the Pipa Lite Lx.

Both versions of this seat feature fantastic safety features and are highly evaluated. The seat's base features an load-leg and sturdy lower anchors to help keep the seat in its place during crashes. It also has an anti-rebounding bar to prevent rotation and absorb forces from crashes.

The car seat is equipped with a harness that does not need to be rethread and a head support that is adjustable, which makes it easy to adapt with your child's needs. It can be used as early as the first day, up to a maximum weight of 13kg. The seat is GREENGUARD Gold certified, which means it has low chemical emissions standards and is better for the environment.

The Pipa is a great choice for many families. However, it could be inappropriate for parents with tiny babies or parents with tall children. It does not come with an infant padding built-in, and you'll have to purchase an infant insert and the crotch buckle pad. However, the padding is soft and lightweight, so it's not an issue.

Nuna Pipa is also ideal for parents who take taxis or rideshares, but do not want to deal with the hassle of putting together the base. The seat can be set up by simply pressing the latches to the anchors of the vehicle. The indicator will change green after the seat is properly installed.

Joie i-Snug 2

With its unique Tri-Protect headrest, which includes Intelli-Fit memory foam, the i-Snug 2 meets the highest side impact standards of R129. The baby seat is also equipped with a newborn insert and can be easily adjusted in height. It's ideal for everyday journeys and can be fitted on Joie strollers that have adapters, as well as other strollers from other brands. The fabrics are easy-to-wash and the canopy provides extra protection from sun rays.

One of the lightest i-Size infant carrier seat car seats without compromising safety, it's easy to carry and handle. The i-Snug 2 is part of the Encore Spinning System when combined with the 360deg rotating base i-Base Encore (sold separately). It is compatible with the Joie Clickfit, i-Base lx and i-Base Advance car seat bases too. When your child has grown out of the i-Snug 2 you can change it to the i-Harbour Toddler Seat for safe journeys.

The i-Snug 3, designed to keep your child safe and comfortable is suitable for children weighing up to 13kg in weight and 75 centimeters in height. The 3-point harness and the covered buckles ensure an ideal fit when traveling for your child. The i-Snug 3 also has the Grow Together headrest that can be adjusted for your child's changing requirements without removing the harness.