The best car seats for newborns Car Seats Newborn

Make sure you consult a certified child passenger security technician (CPST) prior to purchasing an infant car seats best car seat for a new baby. They can help you choose the best car seat for your infant.

Infant-only car seats are designed specifically for infants and are able to be used rear-facing. Some can snap into strollers to make transportation easier.

Axkid One i-Size

The Axkid One i-Size is a rear-facing car seat that is suitable from birth to age 6 (with the infant insert included in the One+). It is a sturdy product made of sturdy metal, durable plastics and a sturdy base. Its headrest can be angled by pressing a button, allowing older children more legroom. There is also a slightly awkward side impact protector that slides to the back of the seat, however this seems to work well and is simple to use.

The seat is extremely simple to install - there are six steps that can be explained and an anti-rotational bar that snaps into the position when you fold the support leg. It's a simple process that should only take 30 second with practice. It's also light which makes it easy to handle. The ISOFIX connectors easily slide into the Isofix points of the car and there's an integrated audio signal to inform you if the seat is in the correct position.

The Axkid One 2 upgrade is one of the most popular Axkid ONE. It has more than 150 enhancements, many of which 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's i-Size Plus approved which is the highest level of safety testing. It features a very long backrest so you can keep your child rear-facing for longer, and research has shown 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 going for it. It's iSize-compatible and travel system compatible with a seamless 180deg swivel entry (when coupled with the base T isofix base) that allows you get your child in and out of the car easily. It also comes with an Newborn Inlay which promotes a close to flat lying position for premature babies and newborns. This is safer and helps reduce respiratory problems. However, this can be removed as your baby grows. It also has Linear Side-impact Protection which reduces up to 25% of impact forces and steers them away from your precious one in the event of an accident.

High-quality comfort is guaranteed by the flexible sun canopy that allows your child to enjoy a comfortable ride. The air-ventilation system is highly efficient and maintains a constant temperature to ensure that your child remains cool during long journeys.

The XXL Sun Canopy also comes in a UPF50+ material that offers your baby ample UV protection, and protects your child from wind as well as busy surroundings. It's like a cozy cocoon. Additionally, you'll be delighted by the innovative recline feature that gives your child a lying flat position outside of the car and a close-to-flat recline inside the vehicle like a carrycot.

Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus

The Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus infant carrier is simple to use and comes with some amazing features. It is designed for infants aged from birth up until 12 months. 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 to protect your baby in the event of a collision.

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, with clear instructions and a built-in panel that provides you with both audio and visual feedback once the ISOFIX connectors have been pushed into place properly. The seat can be affixed to a vehicle by using the seat belt for vehicles without ISOFIX.

The Pebble is a light, easy-to-transport car seat that is easy to transport. It comes with a sturdy handle that can be adjusted to different positions. It's a great infant car seat for travel as it can be easily lifted in and out of taxis, or grandparents' vehicles.

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

Nuna Pipa

Nuna Pipa, a car seat designed by Dutch designers and is available in a variety of colors. Their goal is to design products that are stylish and user-friendly. With the Pipa seat, you can be sure that they've succeeded. This car seat has won a variety of awards, including the silver award in the category Group 0+ at the UK's Prima Baby Awards 2014. This car seat is available in a lighter version, called the Pipa Lite Lx.

Both models have excellent safety features and are highly rated. The base for this seat includes a load leg as well as rigid lower anchors that help to keep the seat in place during crashes. It also has an anti-rebounding bar to reduce rotation, and absorb crash 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 easy to grow along with your child. It can be used as early as the first day and up to a maximum weight of 13kg. It is also GREENGUARD gold-certified, meaning it is low-chemical emission and is more beneficial to the environment.

While the Pipa is a great choice for many families, it may not be the best car seat for newborn choice for parents with small babies or those who are very tall. It doesn't come with an integrated infant padding and you'll need to purchase an infant insert and crotch buckle pad. The padding is comfortable and lightweight, so it's not a huge problem.

Nuna Pipa is also ideal for parents who take taxis or rideshares and don't want to deal with the hassle of putting together a base. The seat can be installed by simply clicking the latches onto the anchors for the vehicle. The indicator will change green after the seat has been correctly 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 comes with an insert for babies and the height can be adjusted easily. It's ideal for all your daily travels and fits on Joie strollers with adapters and other strollers from other brands. The fabric is easy to wash and the canopy offers additional protection from sun radiation.

One of the lightest i-Size infant car seat without any compromise on safety, it's easy to carry and manage. 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 Joie Clickfit, i-Base lx and iBase Advance car seat bases as well. When your child is no longer using the i-Snug 2, you can transition it to the i-Harbour toddler seat for years of safe travel.

The i-Snug 3, designed to keep your child safe and comfortable, is approved for children weighing up to 13kg and 75cm in height. The 3-point harness and 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 for your child's changing requirements without having to remove the harness.