The Best Car Seats Newborn
Before you purchase an infant car seat for your baby make sure you consult an accredited child passenger safety technician (CPST). They can help you find the best car seat for your child.
Infant-only car seats are intended for infants. Push Chairs And Prams are only suitable for use in the rear-facing position. Some snap into strollers for easy transport.
Axkid One i-Size
The Axkid One i-Size is a rear-facing car seat that can be used from birth up to age 6 (with the infant insert included in the One+). It is made of sturdy plastics, metal and a solid base. The headrest can be adjusted by pressing a button, which gives older children more leg room. The side impact protection can be a bit fiddly to slide on, but it seems to function and is simple to use.
The seat is simple to fit it comes with 6 easy-to-follow steps and an anti-rotation bar that snaps into place as you fold the support leg down - it's a very quick process and should only take 30 seconds with practice. It's also light making it easier to handle. The ISOFIX connectors easily fit into the Isofix points of the vehicle. There is an audio cue that informs you if the seat is in the correct position.
The Axkid One 2 is an upgrade to the very well-known Axkid ONE and has over 150 enhancements - many of them are hidden inside, so you don't see them, but they will make the car seat more secure and more comfortable to use. more comfortable for your child. It is also the only rear-facing ISOFIX seat available with a weight/height limit of 23kg and 125cm. It's i-Size Plus approved which is the highest standard of safety testing. It features a very long backrest so you can keep your child facing rearward for longer and research shows this is the safest way to travel.
Cybex Cloud T
The Cybex Cloud T car seat is sleek and bold. It has a lot to offer. It's iSize-compatible and travel system compatible, with a seamless 180deg swivel entry (when coupled with the base T isofix base) which allows you to take your child into and out of the car quickly. It also comes with a Newborn Inlay which promotes a near flat lying position for premature babies and newborns. This is safer and lessens respiratory issues. It is able to be removed as your baby develops. It also has Linear Side Impact Protection, which reduces impact forces by up 25% and directs them away.
Superior comfort is guaranteed with the flexible sun canopy that allow your baby to enjoy a relaxing ride. The advanced air ventilation system maintains a constant temperature to ensure that your child remains cool throughout long rides.
The XXL Sun Canopy also comes in a UPF50+ material that provides your child with ample UV protection and shields them from wind as much as the bustling environment. It's like a warm cocoon. In addition, you'll appreciate the recline feature, which offers your child a full lie-flat position outside of the car, and a nearly flat recline inside the vehicle, like a carrycot.
Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus
Designed for infants from birth to 12 months old, the Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus car seat is an easy-to-use infant car seat with a variety of excellent features. It is a group 0+ car seat that is compatible with the FamilyFix 360 base (sold separately) and has state-of-the art safety features including high-tech impact-absorbing side protection and topside wings to safeguard your baby in the event of collision.
It also has an infant-hug inlay that can be removed once your baby is older and is well-padded to provide maximum comfort. The seat is simple to install, with clear instructions. It also comes with a built in display panel that provides visual and audio feedback when the ISOFIX connectors are inserted in the correct order. For those that do not have ISOFIX, the seat is easy to attach with a vehicle's seat belt.
The Pebble is a light and easy-to-transport car seat that is easy to transport. It has a sturdy handle which can be adjusted into different positions. It's a great car seat for babies to travel as it can be easily lifted in and out of taxis, or grandparents vehicles.
The Maxi-Cosi Pebble is available in various colors and often new designs added to the line. Our review unit is the Triangle Flow Design, which has a pixelated appearance with tiny triangles. It also includes a Baby-hug inlay for babies that can be removed if your child is no longer using it. It's a stylish and attractive car seat that is easy to use.
Nuna Pipa
Nuna Pipa, a car seat created by Dutch designers and is available in a variety of colors. Their goal is to design products that are fashionable, sleek and easy to use. With the Pipa seat, you can be sure that they've done just that. This car seat has won a host of awards including silver in the category of Group 0+ at the UK's 2014 Prima Baby Awards. The car seat is available in a lighter version, dubbed the Pipa Lite Lx.
Both models have excellent safety features and are highly rated. The base for this seat comes with a load leg and rigid lower anchors, which aid in keeping the seat in place in the event of a crash. It also has an anti-rebound bar to minimize rotation and absorb the impact forces.
This car seat also comes with head supports that can be adjusted, as well as a harness that doesn't require rethreading. It is simple to adapt to the needs of your child. It can be used from the first day, up to a maximum weight of 13kg. This seat is also GREENGUARD gold certified, meaning it meets low-chemical emissions standards and is better on the environment.
The Pipa is a great option for a variety of families. However, it could be unsuitable for parents with small babies or those who have very tall children. You'll need to purchase an infant insert separately, and an strap for the crotch. However, the padding is comfortable and light and therefore shouldn't be an issue.
Nuna Pipa is also ideal for parents who use taxis or rideshares, but don't need to worry about installing an additional base. The seat can be put in place by simply clicking the latches to the anchors for the vehicle. An indicator will turn green after the seat has been properly installed.
Joie i-Snug 2
The i-Snug 2 is equipped with an exclusive Tri-Protect Headrest, which includes Intelli-Fit Memory Foam. It meets the highest standards for side impact R129. The baby seat includes a newborn insert, and its height can be easily adjusted. It's ideal for everyday journeys and can be fitted on Joie strollers with adapters as well as other strollers from other brands. The fabrics are easy to clean and the canopy adds extra protection from sun radiation.
One of the lightest i-Size infant car seats without compromising safety, it's easy to carry and handle. 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 i-Base Advance car seat bases too. When your child grows out of the iSnug 2 you can upgrade it to the i-Harbour Toddler Seat for safe travels.
Created to ensure that your child is at ease, the i-Snug3 is approved for use up to 13kg and up to 75 cm tall. Its 3-point harness with covered buckles ensures a secure fit for your child when they travel. The i-Snug 3 also has the Grow Together headrest, which can be adjusted to suit your child's changing needs without having to unthread the harness.