The Best Car Seats For Newborns

A high-quality car seat is an essential buy for newborns. They are suitable from birth up to 13kg and are combined with a pushchair to create a travel system. They feature an open design that allows newborns to rest in the most optimal position.

The law requires that your child be rear-facing up until the age of nine months or 135cm. We recommend an iSize (also known as R129) or ECE R44 approved seat that is equipped with ISOFIX and side impact protection.

Maxi-Cosi Pebble Pro i-Size

This Silver Cross model is worth a closer inspection if you're in the market for an iSize infant car seat that can protect your child right from birth until when they are ready to upgrade to an adult booster. It is one of only one or two R129-approved car seats that can be used at the moment of birth, and also provides protection for rear-facing children until the age of 7. This makes it an excellent investment for your child.

The iSize approval covers more than just front impact tests, including side impact tests too, so make sure to check this with any car you're thinking of purchasing. Other aspects like the ease of installation, and if it's compatible with your vehicle are equally important, since the most advanced safety features won't work to their full potential if they're not fitted correctly.

The Pebble Pro has a sleek elegant design and a soft, comfortable fabric cover which can be washed in the machine to make cleaning easy. There's soft padding for your infant and a an adjustable seat liner that can be reversible for your comfort. It's an ergonomic carry handle with ergonomically designed grips that make it comfortable to carry and lift.

The base of this car seat can either be attached to your vehicle using the Isofix connectors or using the seatbelt. It is best to make use of the FamilyFix iSize base to guarantee the iSize's compliance and to facilitate installation. The base can be used in conjunction with Maxi Cosi accessories such as footmuffs, seat covers, and sun shades to provide warmth or shield your child from the sun.

In addition to the iSize approval and the excellent crash test results, which allow it to achieve top marks across all categories it is a well-designed car seat that comes with numerous other features worth considering. Those include its compact fold that takes up very little space in your boot and a 5-point harness, an ergonomic handle for carrying and 10 headrest positions that include memory foam for babies. The seat can also be inserted into the majority of pushchairs as part of a travel system and can be used with the brand's FamilyFix 360 base.

Silver Cross Dream iSize

The Silver Cross Dream i-Size is one of the newest additions to the company's range and is a luxury option that comes with a newborn insert for your precious little bundle. The car seat is i-Size certified and gives your child the best longevity starting at birth, with rear facing up to 18kg, and with a high degree of side impact protection due to its unique Motion Safe system. The seat's rotation makes it easy to take your child in and out. The ISOFIX built-in lock is an added safety feature.

Ideal for infants from birth to 12 months (to 85cm), this model was created with comfort in mind, with soft touch bamboo fabrics and Silver Cross premium branding. The infant insert has been designed to keep your lightweight baby car seat snug and secure with removable sections can be adjusted to grow with your baby car seat and the five-position headrest guarantees an ideal fit. The seat is awarded the AGR 2022 certificate of approval which is a prestigious award for infant car seat best car seats and is compatible with Silver Cross prams and pushchairs to create a travel system (adapters are sold separately).

Similar to the Nuna PIPA Urbn, the Dream i-Size is also baseless which means you can use it with ISOFIX connectors or your car's seat belt. The ISOFIX system is a unique, built-in installation system that takes just a few seconds to set up. It is a great option for parents who frequently change cars or share a family car or travel with taxis and drivers.

This seat is also slightly higher priced than maxicosi's cabriofix, but it's one of our top picks due to its design. It looks great and has an swivel 360-degree feature. It also has a three-level gentle recline function and a removable infant inlay. It's also iSize-approved and has an excellent crash test score as well as being one of the top safety picks by Which? They base their recommendations on safety and the ease of installation as well as if the seat is properly fitted. It's important to note that even the best car seats can only provide maximum protection if they are properly installed.

Axkid One i-Size

The Axkid One i-Size is the only ISOFIX seat we've tested that can allow children to rear-face up to 23kg and 125cm (around four years old). It also has the highest maximum height for seats that rear-facing we've reviewed. It's certainly a unique feature and if you're hoping to keep your child rear-facing for as long as you can, it's worth a look.

The seat is comfortable and robust and there's plenty of room for the head and torso of your child to grow comfortably. It is designed for comfort and features a one-handed reclining mechanism and 12 headrests, and soft belt padding. We think that it's built to withstand the wear and tear of everyday usage, though the mechanism and button used to release and tighten the straps can be a bit complicated and we're worried about it becoming stuck or broken over time.

It's also a light seat at just over 10kg, making it easy to get into and out of the car. It has a handy pocket at the back of the seat to keep items, and it has a built-in sun shade with a handy velcro strip. It is easily clipped to a compatible stroller, which is perfect for those who need to travel on multiple occasions.

As is the norm with an i-Size car seat, the base of this seat uses Isofix connectors that click easily into place. The seat also has a support foot that can be adjusted using a small gray button hidden on the back. It also comes with an indicator light so you can see when it's secure. The seat slides over the top, and it comes with an easy handle that can be used to lift it up and down your vehicle.

One of the greatest aspects of this seat is that it can be slid forward and backwards across the base to adjust legroom. You can adjust the legroom to meet your child's height so they can cross their legs comfortably. This is an excellent feature that works well. It took me around 30 seconds to set up the seat and adjust the legroom after some practice.

George at Asda

If you're looking to purchase your first car seat for a baby or a second one to pair in conjunction with your existing pushchair you'll find a wide selection at George at ASDA. The well-known chain of supermarkets is known for its affordable clothing and homeware which is especially popular around Christmas and other shopping events.

Prices can differ widely for every parenting product. However, you can get an infant car seat from PS100 that doesn't require a base, all the way up to PS725 for a full infant car seat. Buying an extra seat is usually worth it in the event that you plan to use your existing pushchair, as you'll reduce the cost of a separate pushchair or travel system.

It is essential to select a car seat that meets the most current standards when you purchase one for your infant. This includes a recommended recline position to keep babies from sitting in an unnatural and unsafe position. The seat should also be equipped with removable padding that keeps the newborn in a comfortable and snug position.

It is essential to select a car seat that can increase in size with your child's. A lot of parents opt for a car seat in the group of 0+/1, group 1/2/3, or group 3/4 that can be adjusted to meet their child's height. This kind of car seat is suitable from birth up to 12 years old.

The best car seats for newborns are safe and secure therefore you should avoid second-hand ones unless they've been professionally cleaned and tested. Experts in car safety Damon Marriott and Claire Waterhouse strongly recommend against purchasing a second-hand car seat through relatives or friends, as it's difficult to know the history of the seat. They recommend a second-hand seat from a reliable seller or on eBay. It's also a good idea to check the warranty before making any purchases. The warranty will cover any repairs or replacements that could be required. The warranty period can range between two and six years depending on the manufacturer. The longer the warranty, the more comprehensive. The most comprehensive warranties provide free replacement parts and repairs for the first 3 to 5 years.