The Best Car Seats Newborn
Make sure you consult a certified child passenger security technician (CPST) before purchasing an infant car seat for a newborn. They can help you choose the best car seat for your newborn.
Infant-only car seats are intended for infants. They are only suitable for use in the rear-facing position. Some are able to snap into strollers to make it easy to transport.
Axkid One i-Size
The Axkid One is an i-Size car seat that offers extended rear-facing up to 7 years old and is suitable from birth (with the infant insert for the One+) until around the age of 6. It is made of sturdy plastics and metal with a solid base. The headrest can be adjusted by pressing a single button. This lets older children have more leg room. The side impact protection can be a bit difficult to get on, but it seems to work and is simple to use.
The seat is extremely simple to install. There are six self-explanatory steps and an anti-rotational bar that clicks in place when you fold the leg support. It's a simple process that should only take 30 seconds with a little practice. It's also very lightweight making it easy to move. The ISOFIX connectors slide easily into the Isofix points of the car and there is a built-in audio indicator to let you know if the seat is in optimal position.
The Axkid One 2 is an upgrade of the very well-known Axkid ONE and has over 150 enhancements - many of them hidden on the inside, so you won't see them but they make the car seat more secure and more comfortable to use. more comfortable for your child. It's also the only rear-facing ISOFIX seat on the market with a high weight/height limit of 23kg and 125cm. It is i-Size Plus certified, which is the highest safety standard. It has a long backrest so you can keep your child rear facing for a longer period of time. Research has proven that this is the safest way to travel.
Cybex Cloud T
The Cybex Cloud T car seat is stylish and striking. It has plenty to offer. It is compatible with i-Size and the travel system. It also features an unidirectional 180deg swivel entry (when used with an optional Base T ISOfix base). This allows you to easily take your child in and out of the vehicle. It also comes with a Newborn Inlay which promotes a near flat lying position for smaller premature babies and newborns. This is safer and lessens respiratory issues. However, this can be removed as your baby grows. It also comes with Linear Side Impact Protection, which reduces impact forces by up to 25% and guides them away.
Superior comfort is guaranteed with the fabric that breathes and the adjustable sun canopy that allow your child to enjoy an enjoyable ride. The sophisticated air ventilation system ensures that the temperature remains constant to ensure that your child stays cool throughout long rides.
The XXL Sun Canopy also comes with a UPF50+ fabric that provides your child with ample UV protection, and protects them from wind as much as busy surroundings. It's like a cosy cocoon. You'll also appreciate the unique recline feature that allows your child to lie in a flat position outside the car and then recline in the vehicle.
Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus
The Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus infant carrier is easy to use and comes with amazing features. It is designed for infants who are born up to 12 months. It's a car seat with a group-0+ that can be used with the FamilyFix 360 Base (sold separately). It offers high-tech safety features, including high-tech side protection against impact.
The seat also comes with a baby-hug inlay that can be removed as your child grows. It is well-padded to ensure maximum comfort. The seat is easy-to-install and comes with clear instructions. It also has a built in display panel that gives visual and audio feedback when the ISOFIX connectors are clicked into place correctly. For those who do not have ISOFIX the seat is easy to connect to a vehicle's seat belt.
The Pebble is lightweight and easy to transport between cars, and comes with strong handles that can be positioned in various positions. It's a great car seat for babies to travel, as it is easy to lift in and out of taxis or grandparents' vehicles.
The Maxi-Cosi Pebble comes in a variety of colors, and new designs are regularly added. The model we tested is the Triangle Flow Design, which is pixelated and has tiny triangles. It also comes with a Baby-hug inlay for infants that can be removed if your child is no longer using it. It's a stylish and attractive car seat that is simple to use.
Nuna Pipa
Nuna Pipa, a car seat created by Dutch designers are available in many colors. Their goal is to create products that are stylish and sleek, as well as easy to use. With the Pipa seat, you can be sure that they have done just that. 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 a lighter version, the Pipa Lite Lx.
Pushchairs & Prams of this seat feature great safety features and are highly reviewed. The seat's base features a load-leg and rigid lower anchors that help to keep the seat in its place in the event of a crash. It also has an anti-rebound bar to reduce the rotation and absorb the impact forces.
The car seat is 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 as early as the first day, up to a maximum weight of 13kg. It is also GREENGUARD gold certified, which means it meets low-chemical emissions standards and is more beneficial to the environment.
The Pipa is a great choice for many families. However, it might not be suitable for parents with small babies or those who have very tall children. You'll need a separate infant insert, as well as an stretchy crotch strap pad. The padding is lightweight and comfortable, so it's no big deal.
Nuna Pipa is also ideal for parents who use taxis or rideshares, but don't want to deal with the hassle of putting together a base. All you have to do is press the latches into your vehicle's anchors, and the indicator will change to green when the seat has been installed correctly.
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 includes an insert for newborns and the height can be easily adjusted. The seat is ideal for everyday travels. It can be used on Joie strollers with adapters, as well as strollers of other brands. The fabrics are easy to clean and the canopy offers additional protection against sun radiation.
One of the lightest i-Size infant car seats without any compromise on safety, it's easy to carry and handle. The i-Snug 2 can be used as part of the Encore Spinning System with the 360deg rotating base iBase Encore. It is compatible with the Joie Clickfit car seat base, iBase lx and iBase Advance bases. If your child grows out of the i-Snug 2, you can move it to the i-Harbour toddler seat for years of safe travel.
Designed to ensure your child is comfortable, the iSnug 3 is suitable for use up to 13kg and 75 cm tall. The 3-point harness that is covered with buckles ensures an ideal fit for your child while traveling. The i-Snug 3 has a Grow Together headrest that can be adjusted to your child's needs, without leaving the harness untangled.