The Best Car Seats Newborn

Consult a certified child passenger security technician (CPST) before purchasing an infant car seat for your newborn. They can assist you in finding the best car seat for your child.

Car seats designed specifically for infants are made specifically for infants and can only be used rear-facing. Some snap into strollers for easy transportation.

Axkid One i-Size

The Axkid One is an i-Size car seat that has an extended rear-facing for upto 7 years. It is suitable from birth (with the newborn insert for the Oneplus) to around age 6. It is a sturdy product made of strong metal, hard-wearing plastics, and a sturdy base. Its headrest can be tilted by pressing a button, which gives older children more leg room. There is also a slightly fiddly extra side impact protection that slides to the side of the seat, but this seems to work well and it's easy to use.

The seat is easy to install. There are six self-explanatory steps and an anti-rotational bar that clicks in the position when you fold the leg support. It's a quick procedure that will take about 30 second with practice. It is also lightweight, making it easier to handle. The ISOFIX connectors are easy to slide into the Isofix points of the car and there is a built-in audio cue to let you know if the seat is in optimal position.

The Axkid One 2 is an upgrade of the very popular Axkid ONE and has over 150 upgrades - many are hidden inside, so you won't notice them, but they will make the car seat safer, smoother to use and more comfortable for your child. It's also the only rear-facing ISOFIX seat available with a 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, which allows you to keep your child rear facing for a longer period of time. Research has proven that this is the most secure way to travel.

Cybex Cloud T

The sleek and bold Cybex Cloud T is a car seat that has a lot going for it. It is compatible with i-Size and the travel system. It also has an unidirectional 180deg swivel entry (when used with an optional Base T ISOfix base). This makes it easier to take your child in and out of the car. It also comes with a Newborn Inlay which promotes a nearly flat position for newborns and premature babies. This is safer and lessens respiratory issues. However it is possible to remove this as your baby grows. It also has Linear Side-impact Protection which reduces up to 25 percent of impact forces and directs them away from your precious one in the event of an accident.

The breathable fabrics and adjustable canopy ensure that your child will have a comfortable ride. The sophisticated air ventilation system is designed to maintain the temperature at a steady level and ensure that your child remains cool throughout long journeys.

The XXL Sun Canopy also comes with a UPF50+ fabric that offers your baby ample UV protection and shields them from wind as well as the bustling environment. It's like a cosy cocoon. You'll also enjoy the innovative recline function that lets your child to lay flat outside of the car and then recline in the vehicle.

Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus

The Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus infant car seat in front seat carrier is easy to use and comes with great features. It's designed for babies who are born up to 12 months. It is a car seat for children aged 0+ that is compatible with the FamilyFix 360 base (sold separately) and has state-of-the art safety features, including high-tech impact absorbing sides and topside wings that protect your child in the event of a collision.

The seat also comes with a baby-hug inlay that can be removed as your child grows. It is well-padded for maximum comfort. The seat is easy 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 pressed in the correct order. For those who do not have ISOFIX, the seat is easy to connect to the seat belt of your vehicle.

The Pebble is a light, easy-to-transport car seat. It has a sturdy handle that can be adjusted to different positions. It's the ideal infant car seat for travel because 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 added regularly. The model we tested is the Triangle Flow Design, which is pixelated and has tiny triangles. It also includes a Baby-hug inlay for infants that can be removed if your child grows out of it. It is an attractive and stylish car seat that is simple 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 and sleek, as well as easy to use. It's safe to say that they have achieved this with the Pipa. The seat has won numerous awards including the silver award in the Group 0+ Category at the UK's Prima Baby Awards 2014. This car seat is available in an lighter version, the Pipa Lite Lx.

Both versions come with excellent safety features and are highly rated. This seat's base has a load-leg and rigid lower anchors that help keep the seat in its place during crashes. It also has an anti-rebounding bar to prevent rotation and absorb forces from crashes.

The car seat is equipped with a no-rethread harness and a head support that is adjustable that makes it easy to adapt with your child's needs. It can be used from the age of one, up to 13kg. The seat is GREENGUARD gold-certified, meaning it is low-chemical emission and is better for the environment.

While the Pipa is a great option for many families, it might not be suitable for parents who have small babies or extremely tall ones. You'll need a separate good infant car seats insert, and an strap for the crotch. The padding is comfortable and lightweight and therefore shouldn't be a huge problem.

Another benefit is that the Nuna Pipa can be used without a base, making it ideal for taxi and rideshare parents who don't want to handle the hassle of installing bases. The seat can be set up by simply clicking the latches to the anchors for the vehicle. An indicator will turn green when the seat is properly installed.

Joie i-Snug 2

The i-Snug 2 is equipped with the unique Tri-Protect Headrest, which comes with Intelli-Fit Memory Foam. It is in compliance with the highest standards for side impact R129. The baby seat includes an insert for babies and its height can be easily adjusted. It's perfect for your everyday journeys and can be fitted on Joie strollers with adapters as well as other strollers from other brands. The fabrics are easy-to-wash and the canopy offers additional protection from sun radiation.

One of the most lightweight i-Size infant car seat newborn car seats without any compromise on safety, it's easy to carry and use. The i-Snug 2 can be used as part of the Encore Spinning System with the 360deg rotating base i-Base Encore. It is compatible with the Joie Clickfit car seat base, iBase lx and iBase Advance bases. When your child grows out of the i-Snug 2, you can change it to the i-Harbour Toddler Seat for safe travels.

The i-Snug 3, which was designed to keep your child safe and comfortable is approved for children as young as 13kg in weight and 75cm in height. Its 3-point harness, with its covered buckles guarantees the safety of your child while traveling. The i-Snug 3 also has the Grow Together headrest, which can be adjusted to meet your child's needs without having to unthread the harness.