Clarissa Lahey

The Best Car Seats Newborn

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

Infant-only car seat are only designed for babies. They are only suitable for use in the rear-facing position. Some can be converted into strollers for easy 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 newborn insert in the One+). It is made of sturdy plastics, metal and a solid base. The headrest can be adjusted with a single button. This allows older children to have more leg room. There is also a slightly fiddly extra side impact protection that slides on to the side of the seat, but this seems to work well and it's easy to use.

The seat is easy to put together with the help of 6 easy steps and an anti-rotation bar that clicks into place as you fold the support leg down - it's a very quick process and should only take 30 seconds with some practice. It's also light making it easy to move. The ISOFIX connectors slide easily into the car's Isofix points and there is a built-in audio indicator to inform you if the seat is in optimal position.

The Axkid One 2 is an upgrade to the very popular Axkid ONE and has over 150 improvements - most of them hidden on the inside, so you don't see them, but they will make the car seat more secure and more comfortable to use. more comfortable for your child. It is the only rear-facing ISOFIX car seat that has the weight/height limit of 23kg/125cm. It is i-Size Plus certified, which is the highest safety standard. It has a long backrest so you can keep your child facing rearward for longer, and research has shown 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 features an easy 180deg swivel opening (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 has a Newborn Inlay which promotes a near flat lying position for smaller newborns and premature babies. This is safer and lessens respiratory difficulties. However it is possible to remove this as your baby grows. Additionally, it has Linear Side-impact Protection that reduces up to 25% of impact forces and directs them away from your precious one in the event of an accident.

The breathable fabrics and the adjustable canopy ensure that your baby will enjoy a relaxing ride. The advanced air ventilation system is designed to keep a stable temperature and ensure your child is cool on long journeys.

The XXL Sun Canopy also comes with a UPF50+ fabric that provides your child with plenty of UV protection, and protects them from wind as much as the bustling environment. It's like a cozy cocoon. You'll also appreciate the unique recline feature that allows your child to lie in a flat position outside the car and recline near-flat inside the vehicle.

Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus

Created for infants ranging from birth to 12 months old, the Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus car seat is a user-friendly infant carrier that comes with many great features. It is a group-0+ car seat compatible with the FamilyFix 360 Base (sold separately). It comes with modern safety features, such as high-tech side protection against impact.

It also features an infant-hug inlay that can be removed once your baby is older and is well-padded to provide 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 properly. For those that do not have ISOFIX, the seat is simple to connect to the belts of a car's seat.

The Pebble is a light, easy-to-transport car seat. It has a sturdy handle that can be adjusted in different positions. It's a great infant car seat for travel, as it is easy to lift in 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 was the Triangle Flow design, which is covered in tiny triangles to create an pixelated look and comes with a baby-hug inlay that is removable after your child has grown out of it. It is an attractive and stylish 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 and sleek, as well as easy to use. With the Pipa It's a sure bet that they have done just that. The seat has won a host of awards including silver in the category of Group 0+ at the UK's 2014 Prima Baby Awards. This car seat is also available in a lighter version called the Pipa Lite Lx.

Both versions come with excellent safety features and are rated highly. The seat's base has a load leg and rigid lower anchors that aid in keeping the seat secure in the event of a crash. It also includes an anti-rebound bar to minimize rotation and absorb crash forces.

This car seat is also equipped with a harness that is not rethread and a head support that is adjustable, which makes it easy to grow with your child. It can be used from the first day and up to a maximum of 13kg. This seat is also GREENGUARD Gold certified, which means it meets low chemical emissions standards and is more eco-friendly.

While the Pipa is a great choice for many families, it might not be suitable for parents who have small babies or extremely tall ones. It does not have a built-in infant car seat swivel padding, and you'll have to purchase an infant insert and the crotch buckle pad. The padding is lightweight and comfortable, so it's no major issue.

Nuna Pipa is also ideal for parents who use taxis or rideshares, but do not want the hassle of installing an additional base. All you need to do is click the latches into your vehicle's anchors, and the indicator will change to green when the seat has been 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 meets the highest standards for side impact R129. The baby seat comes with a baby insert and is easily adjustable in height. It's ideal for all your daily travels and fits on Joie strollers that support adapters and other strollers from other brands. The fabric is easy to clean and the canopy gives you additional protection from sunlight.

It is easy to hold and carry. The i-Snug 2 is part of the Encore Spinning System when combined with the 360deg rotating base iBase Encore (sold separately). It is compatible with the Joie Clickfit, i-Base lx and i-Base Advance car seat bases as well. When your child is no longer using the iSnug 2, you can transition it to the i-Harbour toddler seat to ensure safe travel for years.

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