The People Who Are Closest To Best Car Seats For Newborns Have Big Secrets To Share The Best Car Seats For Newborns

A good car seat for infants is essential. From birth to 13kg, they typically include a pushchair as a travel system and have the lay flat design that creates the ideal sleeping position for newborns.

The law requires that your child be rear-facing from the age of nine months or 135cm. We suggest choosing an i-Size (also known as R129) or ECE R44-approved child seat equipped with ISOFIX and provides side impact protection.

Maxi-Cosi Pebble Pro i-Size

This Silver Cross model is worth a closer inspection should you be looking for an iSize infant car seat that will protect your child right from birth until when they're ready to upgrade to a booster. It's one of a few R129-approved car seats that can be used at the moment of birth, and also provides protection for rear-facing children until 7. This is a great investment for your child.

The i-Size certification covers more than just front-impact tests, including side impact tests too, therefore it is a good idea to verify this with any car you consider buying. It's also important to think about other aspects, including the ease of installation and if it's compatible your car. Innovative safety features won't function effectively if they're not fitted correctly.

The Pebble Pro has a sleek modern design with soft fabric covers that is machine washable to make cleaning easy. There's soft padding for your newborn and reversible seat liner for comfort. It has an ergonomic handle with a shaped grasp that makes it easy to lift and move.

As you can see from the pictures, the base for this car seat can be connected directly to your vehicle using either the Isofix connectors or using your vehicle's seatbelt. However, it's best to use the FamilyFix i-Size base for easier installation and to maintain iSize conformance. The base can be used with Maxi Cosi accessories such as seat covers, footmuffs, and sun shades to keep warm or shield your child from the sun.

In addition to the iSize approval and impressive crash test results, which ensure it gets top marks across all categories it is a well-designed car seat with numerous other features worth a look. Those include its compact fold that takes up little space in your boot, a 5-point harness, an ergonomic carry handle, and 10 headrest positions that include memory foam for your newborn. Pushchairs & Prams will also fit into most 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 most recent additions to the company's range and is a luxurious option that comes with a newborn insert for your precious little bundle. This car seat is approved by iSize and will provide the longest life span for your child from birth. It can be used rear-facing up until 18kg, and also offers high side impact protection with 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 also a safety feature.

Suitable for babies aged from 12 months to birth (to 85cm), this model has been designed with comfort in mind, with bamboo fabrics that are soft to the touch and Silver Cross premium branding. The insert for newborns is designed to keep your baby safe and secure, with removable sections that you can alter to grow with your baby and the five-position headrest guarantees a comfortable fit. The seat is awarded the AGR 2022 certification of approval which is a prestigious award for infant car seats and is compatible with the Silver Cross prams and pushchairs to create a travel system (adapters are sold separately).

Like the Nuna PIPA Urbn, the Dream i-Size is also baseless that means you can use it with ISOFIX connectors or the seat belt of your vehicle. The one-of-a-kind built-in ISOFIX installation method is easy to use and takes just a few seconds to set up. The seat is ideal for parents who move cars frequently, travel in a family vehicle or share a car with taxi drivers and drivers.

It's also worth noting that this seat is a bit more expensive than the maxicosi cabriofix but it's still one of our top picks as it looks great and comes with a user-friendly 360 swivel base as well as a gentle three-level recline function and a removable baby inlay. It's also iSize certified and has a top crash test rating, as well as being one of the top safety picks by Which? (they base their recommendations on safety, which includes the ease of installation and whether it's installed correctly). Be aware that even the most durable of car seats will only be effective in the event that it is installed correctly.

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 also has the highest limit of height for a rear-facing seat of any we've reviewed. It's certainly an exceptional feature and if you're hoping to keep your child rear-facing as long as possible it could be worth considering.

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

It is also relatively lightweight at just under 10kg, making it easy for you to lift into and out of your car. It comes with a handy pocket on the back of the seat to keep things and also a built-in sun shade that comes with a handy Velcro strip. It can be easily clipped onto the stroller that is compatible which is ideal when you need to take multiple trips.

The base of the seat is Isofix compatible and snaps into place easily. It also comes with a support leg that can be adjusted by using tiny grey buttons tucked in the back of the seat and an indicator light to show it's secure. The seat slides onto the top, and there is a handy handle to lift it out of your vehicle.

This seat has a great feature that it can be shifted forward 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 be able to comfortably walk on their legs even if they're very tall. This is an excellent feature that is very effective. It took me about 30 seconds to set up the seat and then adjust the legroom after a little practice.

George at Asda

If you're looking to purchase your first car seat for infants or a second to use alongside your current pushchair, you'll find a fantastic range at George at ASDA. The well-known supermarket chain is renowned for its low-cost clothes and homeware and is particularly well-known during Christmas and other shopping occasions.

As with all parenting items, prices can vary. However, you can purchase an infant car seat for newborns from PS100 that doesn't need a base, all the way up to PS725 for a complete infant carrier. Buying an extra seat is generally worth it when you intend to use your current pushchair, since you'll save money on the expense of a separate pram or travel system.

It is crucial to choose car seats that meet the latest standards when you purchase one for your baby. These include a recommended recline position to prevent infants from settling in a dangerous and unnatural position. The seat should also include removable padding that keeps the newborn in a comfortable and snug position.

It is crucial to choose a car seat that can expand with your child. A lot of parents opt for car seats in the group 1+, group 1/2/3 or group 3/4 that can be adjusted to suit their child's size. This kind of car seat is suitable from birth to about 12 years old.

The best car seats for newborns are secure and safe and you should stay clear of second-hand models unless they've been professionally cleaned and tested. Experts in car safety Damon Marriott and Claire Waterhouse advise against purchasing a second-hand car seat from family members or friends, since it's hard to discern its past. However, they recommend a second-hand seat from a trusted retailer or eBay. It's also a good idea to check the warranty prior to making any purchases. The warranty should cover all repairs or replacements. Based on the manufacturer, warranties can range from two to six years. The longer the warranty period the more extensive. The most comprehensive warranties provide repair and replacement parts for free for the first 3 to 5 years.