The Best Car Seats For Newborns

There are a lot of things to take into consideration when selecting a car seat for your infant. You want an infant car seat that is secure, and is in line with UK laws. But you also have to think about your car and budget.

infant car seat swivel car seats are for newborns. They are typically used in conjunction with a buggy for a travel system. They are generally simpler to use than car seats that convert and can be used until your child is at the age of two.

1. Maxi-Cosi Pebble 360

If you're looking for the best car seat that puts your baby's comfort first, then Maxi-Cosi Pebble 360 is the best option. It's compliant with the newest safety standards of iSize and also comes with G-CELL side impact protection for superior crash-protection. It also has air-breathable ClimaFlow paneling and air circulation to keep your baby at a comfortable temperature regardless of the weather. It also has an extra-large canopy to shield your baby seat from the sun. It is also simple to install and use, thanks to its anti-misuse rotating lock and intuitive one hand rotation system.

The ergonomic handle is comfortable for your baby to and from the car, as well as to the mall or shopping center. It can also be washed by a machine to make cleaning and maintenance simpler. Plus, it has a fully lie-flat position that ensures maximum sleep comfort for your child while traveling or attached to a stroller. It can be used from birth to 15 months or up to 4 years old.

Pebble 360 Pro is part of the innovative 360 Pro Family range, which combines one-hand rotation with intelligent SlideTech technology to make it easy and quick to get your baby into and out of the seat every day without headaches 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 fit your growing child up to 4 years of age.

FlexiSpin is our innovative rotational system that lets you easily rotate the seat into any reclining position using just one hand. It's even easier to secure your baby in, with our innovative harness system that makes it easy for you to fasten the straps at the front and the back of the seat. It also has visual indicators that help you ensure that you've done it correctly. And for added security, the car seat comes with a two-year warranty.

2. Chicco Seat3Fit

One of the best newborn car seats on the market, Chicco Seat3Fit cradles your new baby in rear-facing comfort from the moment they return home. This highly rated infant car seat was made to be extremely mobile and can be fitted into many Chicco strollers that work with the Chicco travel system. It has a removable infant insert that can be used by babies between 5-11 pounds. It also comes with an unrethread safety harness that permits easy height adjustments. Seat3Fit also comes with i-Size certification that means it is compliant with the latest European safety standards.

i-Size, the latest standard in car seats for children, allows them to grow up with your baby until the age of seven years. The Chicco Seat3Fit is a great investment over the long run and Mum Rachael was impressed with the lightness of it.

The baseless car seat comes with built-in ISOFIX connectors which snap into the car's lower anchor bar with a nice, loud clunk. It's ideal for taxi rides, fly-drive holidays and trips to grandparent's cars, where you might not have a designated car seat for infants.

Similar to the Chicco NextFit, the Seat3Fit is a lie-flat chair that means it can be used either rear-facing or forward facing mode. However the maximum height of its harness is lower and it can't change into a booster. Its soft goods are constructed of ClearTex fabric, which satisfies Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards flammability requirements, without the addition of chemical flame retardants.

The belt guides are clearly marked and the premium lower anchor connectors allow for easy installation. The harness height is adjustable with a single pull, and the headrest is also perfect for small babies. One downside of the seat is that it doesn't come with a 360-degree swivel, but this wasn't a big issue for our test subjects.

Seat3Fit's straps are simple to thread and there is no requirement to rethread them on colder days. Always dress your newborn in clothing that doesn't hang down over the seat belts in the car seat for newborn and make sure to take off any large coats or blankets before using the seat.

3. Joie i-Snug 2

ULTRA-LIGHT – More safety with less weight

This featherlight champion redefines the standard for car seats that are i-Size certified for infants. With just 3.35 kg, it is easy to lift, and extremely sturdy to ensure your child's safety during their journey. It is designed to make the journey to and from the hospital, as well as between the stroller and car, trips up or down the stairs, and every baby-hauling moment as effortless as possible.

Tri-Protect headrest is i-Size certified and suitable for newborns of 75 cm or 12 months. It offers superior protection thanks to its unique Tri Protector headrest. This unique safety concept of three layers is a combination of energy-absorbing Intelli-Fit Memory Foam to offer superior side impact protection.

The Grow Together Technology allows you to adjust the harness and headrest simultaneously, ensuring that your baby can grow comfortably through each stage. A soft infant pillow offers an ideal fit for your newborn car seat, while the curved base lets you rock gently to soothe your infant. The seat can be used with any Joie stroller and other brands that have adaptors. This lets you build your own travel system. Machine washable covers and inserts simplify cleanup after spills or accidents.

Safe and Simple Travel

A 360deg rotating base and the exclusive iBase Encore spinning system allow for seamless integration with your vehicle making getting in and out easier than ever. ISOFIX connectors are quick to connect and leave no room for errors, while smart colour coded guides ensure you've connected the base and seat properly. The i-Snug 2 is also compatible with the i-Base Advance and other i-Base models for maximum flexibility.

This car seat is a favorite among parents due to its user-friendly features, including easy ins and outs. It also provides a plush, comfortable fit for your baby. The ergonomic carry handle is adjustable to multiple positions for maximum comfort and the curved base facilitates gentle rocking for your little one. The machine-washable inserts and covers allow for easy cleanup after accidents, while the UPF50+ sun canopy shields your child from the harsh sun. The i-Snug 2 is compatible with all Joie strollers as well as other brands that support the Maxi-Cosi style adaptors that are universal for added convenience.

4. Nuna PIPA urbn

The latest innovation from Nuna the unique Pipa urbn, reimagines the future of travel with baby. This rear-facing car seat for infants was designed to simplify parenting with a luxurious selection. It is patented with multiple features, including the first and only car seat that is baseless that comes with a PipaFIX (tm) rigid latch that can be installed in just two seconds, without the requirement for a vehicle base. It can be used as a standalone seat or paired with it with a Nuna stroller to create a travel set. It's also compatible with strollers made by other brands, including Silver Cross, Joolz Bugaboo, i-Candy, and Egg.

This unique feature is useful for families that do not own their own vehicle or who use taxis or rideshare services frequently or who have to quickly move the seat between cars for daily life, trips to the beach or to visit grandma's house. The ISOFIX connectors are integrated which means there's no need for a base, and the system is easy to use, with indicators that show that the seat is safe and ready to go.

It's a simple and quick process that involves the latches swinging from their hiding places underneath the carrier, and then you simply click on to attach them, and adjust the angle (if needed) by using the blue indicator lines. It's a lot faster and simpler than installing the Clek Liingo that requires you to pivot the latches that are attached behind the carrier to locate and line up the buckles.

Our tester, a mother of a 7 week-old baby, found that the Pipa Urbn was easy to use and well-designed. The seat is lightweight, comfortable to carry, and is suitable for a sleeping baby. It also comes with many convenience and comfort features, like the ventilated Dream drape that pulls out of canopy and attaches to the car seat in a quiet manner to provide security.

Our baby tested fit perfectly into the urbn at 3 months, and has plenty of space to expand. He is still slightly too small for the top harness slot, but he is close to surpassing the size of the urbn in terms of weight and height. He has about an inch of headroom in the current size.