The Best Car Seats For Newborns

A good car seat for newborns is a must-have. They are suitable from birth up to 13kg and are used in conjunction with a pushchair, to create an entire travel system. They have an elongated design that allows babies to sleep in the most comfortable position.

By law, they need 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 comes with ISOFIX and offers side impact protection.

Maxi-Cosi Pebble Pro i-Size

This Silver Cross model is worth taking a closer look if you're in the market for an iSize infant seat that will protect your child from birth until when they are ready to upgrade to an adult booster. It's one of the only R129-approved carseats that can be used right from birth and also provides full protection in a rear-facing position to seven years old which makes it an investment that will last for the life of your child.

The iSize approval covers more than just front impact tests, but also side impact tests as well, so make sure to check this with any car you're considering purchasing. It's also important to consider other aspects, like the ease of installation and if it's compatible with your car. Brilliant safety features won't function properly if they aren't fitted correctly.

The Pebble Pro has a sleek modern design with a soft, comfortable fabric cover which can be washed in the machine for easy cleaning. There's a plush cushion for your baby and a the seat liner is reversible to ensure comfort. It comes with a comfortable handle with a shaped grasp that makes it easy to lift and transport.

The base of this car seat can either be attached to the vehicle using Isofix connectors or using the seatbelt. It is best to make use of the FamilyFix iSize base to guarantee that it is in compliance with iSize and facilitates installation. The base can be used with Maxi Cosi accessories such as seat covers, footmuffs, and sun shades to keep warm or protect your child from sun exposure.

Aside from the i-Size approval and impressive crash test results, which see it achieve top marks across all categories it is a well-designed car seat, with many other attributes that are worth a look. Those include its compact fold that takes up very little space in the boot as well as a 5-point harness an ergonomic carry handle, and 10 headrest positions that include memory foam for your infant. It can also fit into the majority of pushchairs that are part of a travel system and can be used with the brand's FamilyFix 360 base.

Silver Cross Dream ISize

Silver Cross Dream i-Size, one of the latest products in the company's line-up offers a luxurious option with a newborn insert. This car seat is approved by iSize and will provide maximum longevity for your child's development from birth. It can be used rear facing up to 18kg, and also offers high side impact protection thanks to its unique Motion Safe System. The seat's rotating design makes it easy to take your child in and out. The ISOFIX built-in lock is a safety feature.

This model is suitable for babies from 12 months to 12 months (85cm) and is designed to be comfortable. It is made of soft bamboo fabric with premium branding from Silver Cross. The newborn insert will keep your baby snug and secure. It has removable sections that can be adjusted to the growth of your child and a five-position headrest that ensures a comfortable fitting. The seat was awarded the AGR-2022 certificate of approval – a top award for infant car seat for travel car seats and is compatible with Silver Cross prams or pushchairs in order to create a travel set (adapters are 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 one-of-a-kind built-in ISOFIX installation system is simple to use and takes only a few minutes to set up. It is a great choice for parents who frequently change cars, share a family car or travel with taxis and drivers.

It's also worth noting that this seat is a bit more expensive than the maxicosi cabriofix, but it's one of our favorites as it looks great and comes with a user-friendly 360 swivel base and an easy three-level recline feature as well as a removable infant inlay. It's also iSize certified and has an excellent crash test rating as well as being a top pick for safety by Which? They base their recommendations on the safety of the product and ease of installation and also on whether the seat is properly fitted. It's important to keep in mind that even the best car seats will only provide maximum protection if they are installed properly.

Axkid One i-Size

The Axkid One i-Size ISOFIX seat is the only one we have tested that allows children to rear-face until they reach 23kg and 125cm. (roughly four years old). It has the highest height limit for rear-facing of any seat we've tested. It is a unique feature, and is worth looking into if you'd like your child to remain rear-facing as long as you can.

The seat is solid and sturdy and offers plenty of room to grow for your child's head and torso. It's designed for comfort and comes with a one-handed reclining mechanism with 12 headrest positions and soft belt padding. We think that it will be able to withstand the wear and tear of daily usage, though the mechanism and button that is used to loosen and tighten the straps are a bit complicated and we're worried about it becoming stuck or breaking over time.

It's also quite light at just over 10kg, which makes it easy for you to lift into and out of your car. It comes with a handy pocket on the back of the seat for storing things and also a built-in sun shade with an easy Velcro strip. It can be clipped to strollers that are compatible and is ideal for those who need to take multiple trips.

As is usual with an i-Size car seat the base of this seat is fitted with Isofix connectors and clicks easily into place. The seat also comes with an adjustable support foot that can be adjusted using a small gray button on the back. It also has an indicator light so that you know when it is secure. The seat slides onto the top and there is a handy handle to lift it out of your vehicle.

This seat has a wonderful feature that it can be shifted forward and backwards along the base to alter the legroom. This means you can adapt the legroom as your child gets taller so they can still cross their legs, even if they're tall. This is a fantastic feature that works - I found that after a bit of practice, it took me just 30 seconds to adjust the seat and make the legroom.

George at Asda

George at ASDA has a great selection of infant car seats, whether you're looking to purchase your first car seat or an additional one to go with your pushchair. This well-known supermarket chain is renowned for its low-cost clothes and homeware which is especially well-known during Christmas and other shopping occasions.

Prices can vary widely for all products for parents. You can purchase an infant car seat rear facing car seat that doesn't need base for as little as PS100 or a complete infant carrier for PS725 if you want one with the base. If you intend to use the pushchair you already own, buying an extra seat will save you money as compared to purchasing an additional travel system or pram.

It is essential to select the right car seat that meets the latest guidelines when purchasing one for your infant. These include a recommended recline position to prevent babies from sitting in a dangerous and unnatural posture. The seat should also have removable padding to keep the baby in a comfortable and snug position.

Newborns and infants can outgrow their car seats very quickly and it's crucial to select a car seat that can adapt to their needs. Because of this, many parents choose a group 1/2/3 or 0+/1 car seat that can adjust to accommodate their child's height. This type of car seat is suitable from birth up to 12 years old.

The best car seats for newborns car seats by age seats for newborns are secure and safe, so you should avoid second-hand ones unless they've been professionally cleaned and tested. Experts in car safety Damon Marriott and Claire Waterhouse recommend against buying a second-hand car seat through relatives or friends, as it's difficult to know its history. They recommend buying a used seat purchased from a reputable seller or even on eBay. Before making any purchases it is recommended to check the warranty. The warranty should cover repairs or replacements. Depending on the manufacturer, warranties can vary from 2 to 6 years. The longer the warranty is, the more comprehensive. The most comprehensive warranties include replacement parts and free repairs for the first three to five years.