The Best Car Seats Newborn

Before purchasing an infant car seat for your newborn ensure that you consult a certified child safety technician (CPST). They can assist you in finding the best car seats newborn for your child.

Car seats for infants are specifically designed specifically for infants and can only be used with rear-facing. Some can be converted into strollers to make it easy to transport.

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 sturdy, with strong metal, hard-wearing plastics, and a sturdy base. The headrest can be adjusted by pressing a button, allowing older children more legroom. The side impact protection is a little difficult to get onto, but it seems to work and is easy to use.

The seat is easy to put together - there are 6 self-explanatory steps and an anti-rotation bar that clicks into place when you fold down the support leg - it's a very quick process that will take about 30 seconds with some practice. It is also lightweight, making it easier to handle. The ISOFIX connectors easily slide into the car's Isofix points, and there's a built-in audio signal to inform you if the seat is in optimal position.

The Axkid One 2 is an upgrade to the wildly popular Axkid ONE and has over 150 upgrades - many hidden on the inside, so you won't see them but they make the car seat safer easier to use, more comfortable and more comfortable for your child. It's also the only rear-facing ISOFIX seat available with a maximum weight/height limit of 23kg and 125cm. It is i-Size Plus certified, which is the highest standard for safety. It has a long backrest so you can keep your child rear-facing for longer and research shows this is the safest way to travel.

Cybex Cloud T

The sleek and bold Cybex Cloud T is a car seat with a lot to offer. It's i-Size and travel system compatible, with a seamless 180deg swivel entry (when combined with the optional Base T isofix base) that allows you get your child in and out of the car easily. It also has an Newborn Inlay which promotes a near flat position for premature babies and newborns. This is safer and helps reduce respiratory difficulties. This can be removed when your baby grows. It also has Linear Side Impact Protection, which reduces impact forces by up to 25% and steers them away.

The ultimate comfort is assured by the breathable fabrics and adjustable sun canopy that allow your baby to have an enjoyable ride. The sophisticated air ventilation system is designed to keep a stable temperature and ensure your child is cool throughout long journeys.

The XXL Sun Canopy also comes with a UPF50+ fabric that provides your child with ample UV protection, and protects them from wind as well as the bustling environment. It's like a cozy cocoon. In addition, you'll appreciate the innovative recline feature that gives your child a lying-flat position in the car, and a nearly flat recline inside the vehicle like a carrycot.

Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus

The Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus infant carrier is easy to use and comes with excellent features. It's designed specifically for babies who are born up to 12 months. It is a car seat for ages 0+ that is compatible with the FamilyFix 360 base (sold separately) and offers state-of-the-art safety features, including high-tech impact-absorbing side protection and topside wings that protect your baby in the event of an accident.

The seat also features a baby-hug design that can be removed as your child grows. It is padded for maximum comfort. The seat is easy to install, with clear instructions and a built-in panel that gives you both audio and visual feedback once the ISOFIX connectors have been pressed into place correctly. The seat can be affixed to a vehicle by using the seat belt for those with no ISOFIX.

The Pebble is a lightweight, easy-to-transport car seat that is easy to transport. It comes with a sturdy handle that can be adjusted to various positions. It is an ideal car seat for babies to travel, as it can be easily lifted into and out of taxis as well as grandparents vehicles.

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

Nuna Pipa

The Nuna Pipa is a car seat that was created by a team of Dutch designers. Their goal is to create products that are stylish elegant, sleek and simple to use. With the Pipa seat, you can be sure that they've succeeded. This seat has won a host of awards, including silver in the category Group 0+ at the UK's 2014 Prima Baby Awards. The car seat is available in a lighter version, called the Pipa Lite Lx.

Both versions of this seat come with fantastic safety features and are highly reviewed. The base for this seat includes a load leg as well as rigid lower anchors, which help to keep the seat in place during crashes. It also has an anti-rebounding bar to limit rotation and absorb forces from crashes.

The car seat also has a head support that can be adjusted and a harness that doesn't require to be rethread. It is simple to grow with your child. It is suitable from day one and up to 13kg. It is also GREENGUARD Gold certified, which means it has low chemical emissions standards and is more eco-friendly.

The Pipa is an excellent option for many families. However, it could be unsuitable for parents with babies who are small or those who have very tall children. You will need to buy an good infant car seats insert separately, as well as an crotch strap pad. However, the padding is comfortable and lightweight so it's not an issue.

Another advantage is that the Nuna Pipa can be used without a base, which makes it ideal for rideshare and taxi parents who don't want to handle difficult base installation. The seat can be installed by simply clicking the latches onto the anchors for the vehicle. An indicator will turn green once the seat has been correctly installed.

Joie i-Snug 2

The i-Snug 2 is equipped with a unique Tri-Protect Headrest that comes with Intelli-Fit Memory Foam. It meets the highest standards for side impact R129. The baby seat includes a newborn car seat insert, and its height can be adjusted easily. The seat is perfect for everyday use. It fits on Joie strollers with adapters as well as strollers of other brands. The fabric is easy to clean and the canopy offers additional protection from sun rays.

It is easy 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 is compatible with the Joie Clickfit car seats by age seat base as well as iBase lx, iBase and Advance bases. When your child is no longer using the iSnug 2, you can transition it to the i-Harbour toddler seat for years of safe travels.

The i-Snug 3, which was designed to keep your child comfortable and safe, is approved for children up to 13kg in weight and 75cm in height. The 3-point harness and the covered buckles ensure a secure fit while traveling for your child. The i-Snug 3 has a Grow Together headrest that can be adjusted to your child's needs, without leaving the harness unthreaded.