The Best Car Seats For Newborns

A car seat that is suitable for infants is essential. It is suitable from birth to 13kg, they typically include a pushchair as an entire travel system. They also have an easy-to-lay flat design that creates the ideal sleeping position for infants.

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 fitted with ISOFIX and provides side impact protection.

Maxi-Cosi Pebble Pro i-Size

This Silver Cross model is worth taking a closer look should you be looking for an iSize infant car seats best seat that will protect your child from birth to when they're ready to upgrade to an adult booster. It is one of only a few R129-approved car seats that can be used at the time of birth and offers complete protection when rear-facing up to the age of 7. This is a great investment for your child.

It's worth checking whether a vehicle is iSize approved. This includes side testing for impact as well as front impact tests. It's also important to think about other aspects, like the ease of installation and if it's compatible your car. Innovative safety features won't work properly if they aren't fitted correctly.

The Pebble Pro has a sleek modern design with a soft, comfortable fabric cover that is machine washable for easy cleaning. The cushion for the seat is cushioned for comfort and the liner that can be reversible can be used for babies. It's an ergonomic carry handle with ergonomically designed grips that make it comfortable to lift and transport.

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 to make it easier for installation and to maintain iSize conformance. The base can be used in conjunction with Maxi Cosi accessories such as seat covers, footmuffs, and sun shades to provide warmth or shield your child from sun damage.

In addition to the iSize approval and impressive crash test results that allow it to achieve top marks in all categories, this is an extremely well-designed car seat, with a host of other features that make it worth considering. Those include its compact fold that takes up small space in the trunk and a 5-point harness, an ergonomic carry handle and 10 headrest positions, including memory foam for your newborn. The seat can also be inserted into most pushchairs as part of a travel system. It can be used with the brand's FamilyFix 360 base.

Silver Cross Dream iSize

The Silver Cross Dream i-Size is one of the latest products in the range of the company and is a luxurious choice that includes an infant insert for your precious little bundle. This car seat is i-Size certified and gives your child the best longevity starting at birth, rear facing up to 18kg, and with a high degree of side impact protection thanks to its unique Motion Safe system. The rotating seat design makes it easy to get your child in and out. The ISOFIX built-in lock is an added safety feature.

This model is suitable for infants until 12 months old (85cm) and has been designed for comfort. It has soft-touch bamboo fabric with premium branding from Silver Cross. The infant insert will keep your baby comfortable, secure and comfortable. It has sections that are removable and can be adjusted to your baby's growth and a five-position headrest which ensures a comfortable fitting. The seat has been given the AGR 2022 certification of approval - a top accolade for infant car seats - and is compatible with the Silver Cross prams and pushchairs to create a travel system (adapters sold separately).

The Nuna PIPA Urbn is baseless, so you can use the Dream i-Size with ISOFIX connectors and your vehicle's seatbelt. The unique ISOFIX installation system is simple to use and takes seconds to install. The seat is ideal for parents who move vehicles frequently or travel with their family in a vehicle or share a vehicle with taxi drivers and drivers.

It's also worth noting that this model is more expensive than the maxicosi cabriofix but it's still one of our top picks as it looks stunning, features an easy-to-use 360-degree swivel base, and a soft three-level recline plus a removable newborn inlay. 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 the safety of the product and the ease of installation and also if the seat is fitted correctly. Remember that even the top of car seats can only provide maximum protection if installed correctly.

Axkid One i-Size

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

The seat is comfortable and sturdy. There's plenty of space for the torso and head of your child to expand comfortably. It's designed for comfort and features a one-handed reclining mechanism and 12 headrests, 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 are a bit fiddly. We're worried that it might get stuck or break over time.

It is also relatively lightweight at just under 10kg, making it easy to lift into and out of your car. It comes with a handy pocket at the back of the seat to store items and a built-in sun shade that comes with an easy velcro strip. It can be clipped to strollers that are compatible which is great when you have to travel on multiple occasions.

As is usual with an i-Size car seat the base of this seat uses Isofix connectors and clicks effortlessly into position. The seat also comes with a support foot that can be adjusted with a tiny gray button that is hidden on the back. It also comes with an indicator light so you know when it is secure. The seat slides onto the top, and there's a handy grab handle for lifting it in and out of the car.

One of the greatest features about this seat is that it can be slid forward and backwards along the base to alter legroom. This means you can adapt the legroom as your child gets taller so they can still walk on their legs even if they're tall. This is an excellent feature that works well. It took me about 30 minutes to set up the seat and then adjust the legroom after some practice.

George at Asda

If you're looking for your first infant car seat or a second one to pair with your existing pushchair, you'll find an array of options at George at ASDA. The well-known supermarket chain is renowned for its low-cost clothing and homewares, and it's especially well-known during Christmas and other shopping events.

As with all parenting products prices can vary widely. However, you can purchase an infant car seat for babies starting at PS100 that doesn't need any base, all the way up to PS725 for a full infant carrier. If you intend to use the pushchair that you already own, buying an extra seat will save you money when compared to buying an additional pram or travel system.

If you're buying a car seat for your baby it is important to select one that meets the latest regulations. The recline position is recommended to prevent babies from assuming an unnatural or unsafe posture. In addition, the seat should also be padded to keep newborns comfortable and secure.

Infants and newborns may outgrow their car seats very quickly therefore it is important to select a car seat that will grow with them. Many parents opt for a car seat in the group 1+, group 1/2/3 or group 3/4 that can be adjusted to fit the size of their child. This kind of car seat is suitable from birth to about 12 years old.

The best car seats for newborns are safe and secure, so you should avoid second-hand ones unless they've been professionally cleaned and tested. Car safety experts Damon Marriott and Claire Waterhouse recommend against buying a second-hand car seat from relatives or friends, as it's difficult to know the history of the seat. They recommend a used seat from a reputable seller or eBay. It's important to check the warranty prior to making any purchases. The warranty will include any repairs or replacements that may be required. Warranty terms can range between two and six years depending on the manufacturer. The longer the warranty is, the more comprehensive. The most comprehensive warranties offer repair and replacement parts for free for the first 3 to 5 years.