The Best Car Seats Newborn

Before purchasing an infant car seat for your baby make sure you consult a certified child safety technician (CPST). They can help you find the best car seats newborn (read this) for your child.

Infant-only car seat are only made for babies. They can only be used in the rear-facing position. Some can snap into strollers to make transportation simpler.

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 infant insert included in the One+). It is sturdy, with strong metal, hard-wearing plastics and a sturdy foundation. The headrest can be adjusted with a single button. This lets older children have more leg space. The side impact protection is a little difficult to slide on, but it seems to work and is easy to use.

The seat is extremely simple to put together - there are six self-explanatory step and an anti-rotational bar that clicks in the position when you fold the leg support. It's a simple procedure that will take about 30 second with practice. It's also very lightweight which makes it easier to maneuver. The ISOFIX connectors are easy to slide into the car's Isofix points and there is a built-in audio indicator to notify you when the seat is in the correct position.

The Axkid One 2 upgrade is a popular Axkid ONE. It has more than 150 enhancements and many of them are hidden on the inside. They make the car seat more comfortable and safer for your child. It's also the only rear-facing ISOFIX seat available with a high weight/height limit of 23kg and 125cm. It is i-Size Plus certified, which is the most prestigious safety standard. It has a long backrest so you can keep your child rear-facing for longer and research shows this is the most secure method to travel.

Cybex Cloud T

The sleek and striking Cybex Cloud T is a car seat with a lot going for it. It's i-Size and travel system-compatible, with a 360deg swivel entry (when used with the optional Base T isofix base) that helps you get your child in and out of the car quickly. It also has a Newborn Inlay that promotes a close-to-flat sleeping position for newborns and smaller premature babies that is more secure and reduces breathing difficulties. However it is possible to remove this as your baby grows. It also has Linear Side Impact Protection, which reduces impact forces by up to 25% and steers them away.

The ultimate comfort is assured by the flexible sun canopy that allows your baby to have a relaxing ride. The advanced air ventilation system is designed to keep a stable temperature and ensure your child is cool on long journeys.

Additionally, the XXL Sun Canopy is made from UPF50+ fabric to provide your baby with ample UV protection and shield them from wind and busy surroundings like a cosy cocoon. You'll also love the innovative recline function that lets your child to lay in a flat position outside the car and recline near-flat inside the vehicle.

Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus

Created for babies from birth up to 12 months old The Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus car seat is an easy-to-use infant car seat travel carrier with some amazing features. It is a group 0+ car seat that is compatible with the FamilyFix 360 base (sold separately) and has state-of-the art safety features like high-tech impact absorbing side protection and topside wings to protect your child in the event of a collision.

It also has an infant car seat in front seat-hug inlay which can be removed when your baby grows older. It is well-padded to ensure maximum comfort. The seat is simple to install, with clear instructions. It also has an inbuilt display panel that provides visual and audio feedback when the ISOFIX connectors are inserted in the correct order. For those that do not have ISOFIX, the seat is easy to attach to the belts of a car's seat.

The Pebble is light and easy to move between cars, and has strong handles that can be positioned in multiple positions. It's the ideal car seat for infants to travel in as it is able to be easily lifted into and out of taxis as well as grandparents vehicles.

The Maxi-Cosi Pebble comes in a assortment of colors. New designs are regularly added. Our review unit was the Triangle Flow design, which is covered in tiny triangles to create an effect that is pixelated and comes with a baby-hug inlay that can be removed once your child has grown out of it. It is an attractive and stylish car seat that is simple to use.

Nuna Pipa

Nuna Pipa, a car seat created by Dutch designers, is available in a variety of colors. Their goal is to design products that are fashionable and sleek, as well as easy to use. With the Pipa, it's safe say that they have succeeded. The seat has won a host of awards including silver in the Group 0+ category at the UK's 2014 Prima Baby Awards. This car seat is also available in a lighter model called the Pipa Lite Lx.

Both versions of this seat feature excellent safety features and are highly reviewed. The seat's base features an load-leg and sturdy lower anchors to help keep the seat in place during crashes. It also features a non-rebounding bar to reduce rotation, and absorb forces from crashes.

This car seat is also equipped with a harness that does not need to be rethread and an adjustable head support which allows it to adapt with your child's needs. It can be used from the age of one and up to 13kg. The seat is GREENGUARD gold certified, which means it is low-chemical emission and is better on the environment.

The Pipa is a great choice for many families. However, it may be unsuitable for parents with small babies or parents with tall children. It doesn't come with a built-in infant car seats that swivel padding, and you'll need to purchase a separate infant insert and the crotch buckle pad. However, the padding is comfortable and light so it's not an issue.

Another bonus is that the Nuna Pipa can be used without a base, which makes it ideal for taxi and rideshare parents who do not want to tackle cumbersome base installation. All you need to do is click the latches onto the vehicle's anchors, and the indicator will change to green if the seat has been properly installed.

Joie i-Snug 2

With its unique Tri-Protect headrest including Intelli-Fit memory foam, the i-Snug 2 meets the highest side impact standards of R129. The baby seat comes with an insert for babies, and its height can be adjusted easily. The seat is ideal for everyday travels. It can be used on Joie strollers with adapters, as well as strollers of other brands. The fabric is easy to clean and the canopy offers additional protection from sun radiation.

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 i-Base Encore (sold separately). It is compatible with the Joie Clickfit car seat base as well as iBase lx, iBase and Advance bases. Once your child outgrows the i-Snug 2, you can move to the i-Harbour toddler seat to ensure safe travel for years.

Designed to ensure that your child is comfortable, the iSnug 3 is suitable for use up to 13kg and 75cm tall. The 3-point harness that is covered with buckles provides a secure fit for your child while traveling. The i-Snug 3 also has the Grow Together headrest that can be adjusted to meet your child's changing requirements without removing the harness.