The Best Car Seats For Newborns

There are a lot of things to take into consideration when selecting the right car seat for your baby. You want something that is secure and complies with UK laws However, you must also to choose an appropriate seat for your vehicle and budget.

Infant car seats are designed for newborns and typically combine with a buggy to form a travel system. They are generally more user-friendly than car seats that convert and can be used until your child reaches age of two.

1. Maxi-Cosi Pebble 360

Maxi-Cosi Pebble 360 car seats is the best choice if you want a high-rated car that puts your child's safety first. It's compliant with the most recent safety standards of iSize and also comes with G-CELL side impact protection to provide superior crash protection. Additionally, it comes with ventilated ClimaFlow panels and air circulation to keep your baby at the optimal temperature, regardless of the weather. It has an extra-large canopy that shields your baby from the sunlight. And it is simple to put up and use, thanks to the anti-misuse locking mechanism and intuitive one-hand rotation system.

The ergonomic handle makes it easy to carry your child to and from the car as well as to the mall or shopping center. It's also machine washable for easy cleaning and maintenance. It also features a lie-flat position that provides maximum comfort for your child on the move or attached to prams. It can be used up to four years old, however it is suitable from birth until 15 months.

Pebble 360 Pro is part of the revolutionary 360 Pro Family range, which combines one-hand rotation with clever SlideTech technology to make it easy and quick to get your baby into and out of the seat on a daily basis without any backaches or head bangs. The 360 Pro Family also includes our toddler seat Pearl 360 Pro that fits onto the same ISOFIX base. It is designed to accommodate your growing child up to 4 years old.

With FlexiSpin our revolutionary rotational system, it's simple to rotate the seat using just one hand in any reclined position. The Easy-in harness system makes it even easier to secure your baby by allowing you to secure straps from both the front and back of the seat. It also comes with visual indicators to help you ensure that you've done it correctly. The car seat is backed by a two-year warranty for additional security.

2. Chicco Seat3Fit

Chicco Seat3Fit is one of the best newborn car seat options on the market. It will keep your baby safe in the rear-facing position since the moment they return home. This top-rated infant car seats uk car seat is designed to be incredibly mobile and easily fits into a number of Chicco travel system-ready strollers. It has a removable infant car seats cheap insert that fits your baby from 5-11 pounds, as well as a no-rethread harness for easy height adjustment. Seat3Fit also has i-Size approval, which means it meets the most recent European safety standards.

i-Size is the latest standard for child car seats that allows them to grow with your baby until the age of 7 years. This makes the Chicco Seat3Fit a great long-term investment and mum Rachael enjoyed the fact that it was light too.

This baseless car seat has built-in ISOFIX connectors, which connect to the vehicle's lower anchor bar, resulting in the sound of a loud, clear clunk. This is particularly useful for taxi rides, flying holidays and trips to the grandparents' car in which you don't have a baby car seat.

Similar to the Chicco NextFit, the Seat3Fit is a flat seat, meaning it can be used in either forward or rear facing mode. However the maximum height of the harness is lower, and it does not convert into an incline. Its soft goods use ClearTex fabric that meets the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards requirements for flammability but without adding any chemical flame retardants.

The belt guides are clearly labeled, and the premium lower anchor connectors make installation easy. The harness height can be adjusted with a single push and the headrest is sized to fit small babies well. The seat doesn't have an swivel that rotates 360 degrees. However it was not an issue for our test subjects.

Seat3Fit's straps are easy to thread and there is no need to rethread them during colder days. Always dress your newborn in a way that doesn't hang over the car seat belts and make sure to remove any big coats or blankets before using the seat.

3. Joie i-Snug 2

ULTRA-LIGHT – More safety with less weight

This lightweight champion redefines the standard for i-Size certified infant car seats. At only 3.35 kg, it's lightweight and extremely strong to ensure your child's safety during their journey. It was designed to make the transportation of your child from hospital, between the car and the pushchair or stroller and the climb or descent of stairs as easy as possible.

Approved i-Size, it's ideal for infants and children up to 75cm or approximately 12 months and provides outstanding protection with its exclusive Tri-Protect headrest. This unique 3-layer security system incorporates energy-absorbing Intelli-Fit memory foam to guarantee superior side protection against impact.

The Grow Together Technology allows you to adjust the harness and headrest simultaneously, so that your baby can grow comfortably throughout the various stages. The cosy infant cushion ensures a comfortable fit for babies, while the curved base allows for gentle rocking that calms your child. The seat is compatible with all Joie strollers, as well as other brands that support adaptors, allowing you to create a custom travel system with ease. Covers and inserts that can be washed help with cleaning up after accidents or spills.

Simple and safe travel

The 360deg rotating base and the iBase Encore spinning system offer a seamless integration into your car. This makes ins and outs of your car easier than ever. ISOFIX connectors are quick to connect and eliminate the possibility of errors, while smart color-coded guides make sure you've connected the base and seat correctly. i-Snug is compatible with i-Base Advance, other i-Base model and the i-Snug 2. This allows for the greatest flexibility.

This car seat is a popular choice among parents because of its easy-to-use features, including effortless ins and outs. It also provides the most comfortable, soft fit for your infant. The ergonomic carry handle can be adjusted to various positions to ensure maximum comfort, and the curved base allows gentle rocking for your little one. The inserts and covers washable by machine simplify cleanup after messes and the UPF 50+ sun canopy protects your baby from the harsh rays of sunlight. The i-Snug 2 is compatible with all Joie strollers and other brands that are compatible with the universal Maxi-Cosi style adaptors for extra convenience.

4. Nuna PIPA urbn

Nuna's latest invention, the Pipa urbn is a one-of-a kind that reimagines travel with baby. This rear-facing car seat for infants has been designed to simplify parenting with a luxurious line-up. It boasts multiple patent-pending features, including the world's first and only infant car seat in front seat car seat that is baseless that comes with a PipaFIX(tm) rigid latch that is installed in two seconds, without the need for a vehicle base. It can be used as a stand-alone seat or in conjunction with the Nuna stroller to make an entire travel set. It is also compatible with strollers from other brands, like Silver Cross, Joolz Bugaboo, i-Candy, and Egg.

This feature is particularly useful for families who don't have their own vehicle, use taxis and rideshare services frequently, or need to quickly move the seat from one vehicle to another for vacations, everyday life or trips to Grandma's. The ISOFIX connectors are integrated, meaning there's no need for a base, and the system is simple to use, with indicators showing that the seat is secure and ready to go.

The latches can be easily removed from their hidden place under the carrier and then you can click to secure them. You can also adjust the angle as needed using the blue indicator line. It's much faster and easier than installing the Clek Liingo that requires you to hinge the latches that are attached behind the carrier to locate and align the buckles.

Our tester, a mom of a 7-week-old, found the Pipa Urbn to be very easy to use and well-designed. The sturdy seat is light and comfortable to carry even with a sleepy newborn. It also comes with a range of convenience and comfort features such as the breathable Dream drape, which slides from the canopy with ease and can be attached easily to the car seat to provide privacy, and a full-coverage UPF 50+ canopy that has an eyelid that flips out and an XL peekaboo window.

Our test baby was able to fit in the urbn with ease at three months old, and has plenty of room to expand. He's still a little small for the top harness slot, but he is close to surpassing the size of the urbn in terms of weight and height, and has almost an inch of headroom remaining in the current size.