The Best car seats for newborns (King-wifi.win)

A quality car seat is an essential buy for newborns. They are suitable from birth to 13kg and can be combined with a pushchair to create an entire travel system. They feature a flat design that allows newborns to sleep in the best position.

Legally, they have to be rear-facing until the baby is nine months old or 135cm tall. We recommend an iSize (also called R129) or ECE R44 approved seat that is equipped with ISOFIX and side impact protection.

Maxi-Cosi Pebble Pro i-Size

If you're in search of an i-Size infant car seat that will keep your baby safe from birth until they're able to move to a booster, then this model from Silver Cross is definitely worth taking a close look. It is one of only the few R129-approved car seats that can be used from the time of birth and offers complete protection for rear facing infant car seat-facing babies until the age of 7. This makes it an excellent investment for your child.

It's important to check whether a car is i-Size approved. This includes side testing for impact as well as front testing for impact. Other factors such as ease of installation and if it's suitable for your car are also crucial, as any of the best safety features won't perform to their full potential if not installed correctly.

The Pebble Pro has a sleek elegant design and soft fabric covers which can be washed in the machine to make cleaning easy. The cushion on the seat is padded for comfort and the reversible liner could be used to protect your baby. It's an ergonomic handle with a shaped grip that makes it comfortable to lift and move.

As you can see from the images, the base for this car seat can be affixed directly to your vehicle with either the Isofix connectors or with your vehicle's seatbelt. However, it's best to use the FamilyFix i-Size base for easier installation and to ensure i-Size compliance. The base is also compatible with a variety of Maxi Cosi accessories like seat covers, footmuffs and sun shades to provide extra warmth or to protect your child from the sun.

This car seat is extremely well-designed and comes with a number of attributes that make it a great choice. It also comes with iSize certification, top crash test results in every category, and comes with a myriad of other features. These include its compact fold that takes up little space in the boot and a 5-point harness, an ergonomic carry handle, and 10 headrest positions with memory foam for your infant. The seat is also compatible with a variety of pushchairs and travel systems including the FamilyFix 360 base.

Silver Cross Dream ISize

Silver Cross Dream i-Size, one of the newest products in the company's line-up, is a luxurious option with an infant insert. This car seat is iSize certified and gives your child the longest life span from birth, with rear facing up to 18kg, and with a high level of side impact protection thanks to its unique Motion Safe system. Its rotating seat design makes it easy to get your child in and out, while the built-in easy lock ISOFIX ensures that it is secure in its place.

This model is suitable for babies up to 12 months old (85cm) and has been designed to be comfortable. It is made of soft bamboo fabrics and premium branding from Silver Cross. The infant insert has been designed to keep your baby comfortable and secure, with removable sections that you can adjust to grow with your baby and the five-position headrest guarantees an ideal fit. The seat has been given the AGR 2022 certificate of acceptance - a top accolade for portable infant car seat car seats - and is compatible with Silver Cross prams and pushchairs to create an entire travel system (adapters are sold separately).

Similar to the Nuna PIPA Urbn, the Dream i-Size is also baseless which means you can use it with the ISOFIX connectors or your vehicle's seat belt. The ISOFIX system is a distinctive integrated installation system that is quick to install. The seat is a great option for parents who regularly change cars, share a family car or travel with taxis and drivers.

It's also worth noting that this model is more expensive than the maxicosi cabriofix, but it's still one of our favourites as it looks stunning, features an easy-to-use 360-degree swivel base, and a soft three-level recline and a removable baby inlay. It's also i-Size approved and has an excellent crash test score, as well as being the top choice for safety by Which? They base their recommendations on the safety of the product and ease of installation, and also on whether the seat is fitted 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 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 a rear-facing seat of any we've reviewed. It is a unique feature that is worth looking into if you'd like your child to remain rear-facing as long as possible.

The seat is solid and sturdy, and there is plenty of room to grow for your child's head and torso. It is designed for comfort and features a one-handed reclining mechanism with 12 headrest positions and soft belt padding. We think that it's able to endure the wear and tear of daily use, although the mechanism and button used to tighten and release the straps can be a bit complicated and we're worried about it getting stuck or breaking in the course of time.

It is also relatively lightweight at just under 10kg, which makes it easy to lift into and out of your car. It comes with a pocket to store small items on the back, and a built in sun shade that is secured with a velcro strip. It is easily attached to an appropriate stroller which is ideal if you have to make multiple trips.

As is the norm with an i-Size car seat the base of this seats uses Isofix connectors that click easily into place. It also comes with an adjustable support leg that can be adjusted using a small grey button tucked behind the back of the seat and an indicator light to show it's secure. The seat is then able to slide over the top and has an easy grab handle for lifting it out and in of the car.

This seat comes with a fantastic feature: it can be moved forward and backwards along the base in order to alter the legroom. This means you can adapt the legroom as your child grows, so they can still be able to comfortably walk on their legs even if they're tall. This is a great 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

George at ASDA offers a wide selection of car seats for infants, whether you're looking for your first car seat or a second one to use with your pushchair. This well-known supermarket is known for its affordable clothing and homeware. It's particularly popular around Christmas and other events.

Like all parenting products price can vary. You can purchase a newborn infant car seat that doesn't require base for as little as PS100 or a full infant car seats uk carrier for PS725 If you're looking for one with a base. If you plan to use the pushchair you already have purchasing an additional seat will save you money compared to purchasing a separate travel system or pram.

It's important that you choose a car seat that meets the latest standards when you purchase one for your infant car seat that swivels. The recline position is recommended to stop infants from taking an unsafe or unnatural posture. In addition the seat should have removable padding to help keep newborns snug and comfortable.

It is crucial to choose a car seat that will expand with your child. For this reason, many parents choose a group 0+/1 or group 1/2/3 car seat that adjusts to accommodate their child's height. This type of car seat is ideal for children ranging from birth to around 12 years old.

The best car seats for newborns are safe and secure therefore you should avoid second-hand models unless they've been professionally cleaned and tested. Damon Marriott and Claire Waterhouse car safety experts advise against buying a second-hand seat from a friend or relative since it's difficult to determine the history of the seat. They suggest buying a used car seat from a trusted seller or even on eBay. It's recommended to verify the warranty prior to making any purchases. The warranty should cover repairs or replacements. Based on the manufacturer, warranties can range from two to six years. The longer the warranty period is, the more extensive. The most comprehensive warranties offer repair and replacement parts for free for the first 3 to 5 years.