The Best Car Seats For Newborns

A high-quality car seat is an essential buy for newborns. From birth to 13kg, they generally combine with a pushchair for the travel system. They are also equipped with the lay flat design that creates the ideal sleeping position for newborns.

The law stipulates that your baby must be rear-facing up until the age of nine months or 135cm. 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

If you're in search of an i-Size infant car seat that can last your baby from birth until they're ready to transition to a booster, then this model from Silver Cross is definitely worth a closer look. It's one of the few R129-approved car seats that can be used from birth and provides protection in a rear-facing position to seven years old, making it an investment that will last for the life of your child.

The i-Size certification covers more than just front impact tests, including side impact testing too so it's always worth checking this with any model you're thinking of buying. Other factors like the ease of installation and whether it's compatible with your vehicle are also important, as any of the best safety features won't work to their full potential if not properly installed.

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 plush padding for your infant car seat best and a reversible seat liner for comfort. It features an ergonomic handle with a shaped grasp that makes it easy to lift and carry.

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 use the FamilyFix iSize base to ensure the iSize's compliance and to facilitate installation. The base is also compatible with a range of Maxi Cosi accessories like seat covers, footmuffs and sun shades to provide extra warmth or to shield your child from the sun.

This car seat is well-designed and comes with many attributes that make it a great choice. It also comes with iSize certification, top crash test results across all categories and possesses countless other features. The compact fold takes up little space in the trunk, and it has a 5-point safety harness, ergonomically designed carry handle, as well as 10 headrest positions for your newborn with memory foam. The seat is also compatible with most pushchairs and travel systems including the FamilyFix 360 base.

Silver Cross Dream ISize

The Silver Cross Dream i-Size is one of the newest products in the range of the company and is a luxury option that comes with the newborn insert for your adorable baby. This car seat is approved by iSize and will provide maximum longevity for your child from birth. It can be used with a rear facing up until 18kg, and it provides high side impact protection with its unique Motion Safe System. The seat's rotating design makes it easy to get your child out and in, while the built-in easy lock ISOFIX ensures that it is secure in its place.

Ideal for babies aged from birth to 12 months (to 85cm) This model has been designed with comfort in mind. with bamboo fabric that is soft and comfortable and Silver Cross premium branding. The infant insert will keep your baby safe and secure. It has removable sections that can be adjusted to your baby's growing needs and a headrest with five positions that ensures a comfortable fitting. The seat was awarded the AGR-2022 certificate of approval – a top award for infant car seats – and is compatible with Silver Cross prams or pushchairs in order to create a travel set (adapters are available separately).

The Nuna PIPA Urbn is baseless and therefore you can use the Dream i-Size with ISOFIX connectors and your vehicle's seatbelt. The unique ISOFIX installation system is simple to use and takes seconds to install. It is ideal for parents who change cars frequently or travel with their family in a vehicle or share a vehicle with taxi drivers and drivers.

This seat is also priced a bit more expensive than maxicosi's Cabriofix, but it's one of our top picks because it is stylish and has the 360-degree swivel function. It also has a three-level gentle recline function as well as an infant-friendly inlay that can be removed. It's also i-Size approved and has an excellent crash test rating, as well as being the top choice for safety by Which? They base their recommendations on the safety of the product and the ease of installation as well as if the seat is fitted correctly. It's important to keep in mind that even the best car seats will 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 rear-facing children up to 23kg and 125cm (around four years old). It also has the highest limit of height for seats that rear-facing we've reviewed. It's an unusual feature that is worth taking into consideration if you want your child to remain rear-facing for as long as is possible.

The seat is solid and sturdy, and there is plenty of room for your child's head and torso. It is designed for comfort and features a one-handed recline mechanism with 12 headrest positions and soft belt padding. We believe that it's able to withstand the wear and tear of daily use, even though the button and mechanism that is used to loosen and tighten the straps is slightly difficult to use and we are concerned about it getting stuck or breaking in the course of time.

It's also a fairly light seat, weighing just under 10kg, making it easy to get into and out of the car. It comes with a pocket that can store small items on the back and a built in sun shade with a velcro strip. It can be easily attached to a compatible stroller, which is perfect for those who need to travel on multiple occasions.

The seat's base is Isofix compatible and can be clicked into place quickly. The seat also has an adjustable support foot that can be adjusted by a small gray button in the back. It also features an indicator light to let you can see when it's secure. The seat then slides over the top and has a handy grab handle for lifting it in and out of the car.

This seat has a great feature it can be shifted forward facing infant car seat and backwards along its base to alter the legroom. This means you can alter the legroom as your child gets taller so they can still cross their legs, even if they're very tall. This is an excellent feature and it works well and I've found that with a little practice, it took me about 30 seconds to fit the seat and make the legroom.

George at Asda

Whether you're looking for your first car seat for a baby or a second one to use alongside your current pushchair, you'll find an array of options at George at ASDA. The well-known chain of supermarkets is well-known for its cheap clothing and homeware which is especially popular around Christmas and other shopping events.

As with all parenting products prices can vary. But you can pick up an infant car seat for newborns starting at PS100 that doesn't need a base, all the way up to PS725 for a full infant carrier. If you are planning to use the pushchair you already own, buying an extra seat will save you money as compared to purchasing an additional pram or travel system.

It's important that you choose a car seat that meets the latest regulations when buying one for your newborn. This includes a recommended recline position to keep infants from settling in a non-natural and dangerous posture. Additionally, the seat should also be padded to keep newborns snug and comfortable.

Infants and newborns can outgrow their car seat for newborn seats very quickly and it's crucial to select a seat that will grow with them. Because of this, many parents opt for a group 0+/1 or group 1/2/3 car seat that adjusts to fit their child's height. This kind of car seat is suitable from birth to 12 years old.

The best car seats for newborns are secure and safe and you should stay clear of 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 friends or relatives, as it's hard to discern its history. They suggest buying a used car seat from a trusted seller or even on eBay. Before making any purchases it's an excellent idea to confirm the warranty. The warranty should cover all repairs or replacements. The warranty period can range between two and six years depending on the manufacturer. The longer the warranty is, the more comprehensive. The most comprehensive warranties provide free replacement parts and repairs for the first 3 to 5 years.