The Best Newborn Car Seats in the UK

Safety in car seats is a top priority for all parents. There's a wealth of options when it comes down to choosing the best newborn car seat for your little one.

With a cozy baby-hugg insert and enhanced side impact protection This Cybex Cloud T is the best newborn car seat UK. It also comes with a one-handed recline option and more than 12 headrest positions that can be adjusted to your child's growing body.

1. Cybex Cloud T

The Cybex Cloud T is the premium car seat that has everything you require to take your baby to their first journey right through to their toddler years. It's the latest update to the legendary Cybex Cloud line and features innovative reclining technology that gives your child an ergonomic, flat position both inside the car and when used alongside a pushchair in the context of a travel system. It is also an ISOFIX vehicle seat, meaning that it can be easily affixed to your car by using the base that comes with it. It can even be rotated to assist you in helping to get your child into and out of the seat.

The car seat itself is constructed of top-quality materials. It comes in a variety of fashionable colours, including Moon Black, Lava Grey, Beach Blue Plus and Seashell Beige Plus. It's a stylish and elegant option that is seamlessly matched with the Cybex T line of prams. It also includes the Newborn Inlay for newborns and premature babies to ensure a secure, nearly flat position that reduces the risk of their heads flopping forward during sleep, potentially leading to breathing difficulties. It is removed when your child is 60 centimeters in height.

The car seat is a fantastic choice for safety, as it scored a dazzling 1.7 in crash tests by ADAC (Allgemeiner Deutsche Automobil-Club e.V.). The Cloud T i-Size comes equipped with LSP (Linear Side-impact protection) to protect your baby in the event of a collision and the revolutionary Flexi-Fix system that can be stretched to fit your child's size as they expand.

If you're planning to use the car seats newborn seat as part of a travel system that includes a Cybex pushchair, the unique 180deg tilt means getting your baby out and in is a breeze - no more awkward reaching or twisting. The car seat is capable of fully reclined for added comfort on long car journeys. It does come at a slightly higher cost than other seats for this age group, however the extensive list of features including the reclining option and excellent security features make it worth the cost.

2. Maxi-Cosi Pebble Plus

The Maxi-Cosi Pebble Plus Car Seat is among the most sought-after newborn car seats that are available. It's a comfortable seat for babies and easy to use. It is suitable from birth and can be used with Maxi-Cosi's FamilyFix or EasyFix base or in conjunction with the seat belt system in your car. The car seat is also compatible with all pushchairs, including the Maxi-Cosi range as well as Quinny, iCandy and Bugaboo (using adapters). The Baby-Hugg infant car seats uk support is also included to provide a better fit, laying in a position that is more comfortable, and provides side impact protection.

The Pebble Plus car seat is a member of Group 0+ which means it can be used for babies as young as 12 months (45cm – 75cm). It is in line with the new iSize regulations, which require that children remain rear-facing for a longer period of time. It is compatible with the 2way Family base, which allows you to switch between rear and forward facing on the same vehicle and comes with a handy rotation feature.

It's still a very comfy seat, but the new version has some improvements. It now comes with a more refined baby-hugg that is super comfortable and stylish. The shoulder straps are covered in padding and the headrest is adjustable to accommodate the growth of your baby. It can also be removed at any time to stop using it.

It's a little heavier at 4.5kg than other infant car seat for travel carseats, however this shouldn't be a problem if your infant spends most of the time in it. It has a handle that can make it easier to carry and is light enough to lift into and out of taxis or rideshare vehicles.

It is also a stylish seat that is stylish. You can choose from a variety of colours and patterns that are suitable for your car. It's not the most affordable infant car seats car seat, but it's an excellent investment and is worth the extra money for your baby. Once you've mastered it and adjust the size and height is a breeze. You can adjust the straps by pulling them down on the back panel and pressing two buttons at the same time.

3. Joie Calmi

If you're looking for a newborn car seat that is simple to use and holds your baby like a cot, then you should consider Joie Calmi. This dual-use car seat as well as carrycot is R129-certified. It's made tough with a durable ventilated outer shell and plush padding to hold your little one. It comes with a 3-point safety harness that can be adjusted by a single pull, and softly cushioned covers. It also has lateral positioning, which helps keep your baby's face in the most secure possible position in case of collision.

This seat's base is compatible with Joie's Aeria and Finiti pushchairs, which means you can take it off and on the frame with ease. It's easy to move even when your baby is asleep, thanks to the adjustable handle bars. If you're looking to build an all-in-one travel infant car seat system, the i-Base Encore adapters let you to pair Calmi with Maxi-Cosi or Britax pushchair too.

Joie has improved the design of its earlier i-Spin 360, which earned an excellent score in the crash tests of Which? and an A+ rating from ADAC. The model we tested comes with locks to stop you from rotating the seat too fast, ensuring that your child remains rear-facing for as long as it is possible. It also has a large, water-resistant sun canopy with 50+ UV protection and a mesh peekaboo to allow you to check in without disturbing the child.

If you are looking online for car seats, choose one that provides free delivery to the UK mainland on all purchases. They should also allow returns within 35 days. John Lewis has a great range of newborn car seats from top brands, including Cybex, Maxi-Cosi and Silver Cross, and offers free click and pick up to your local store (or to a Sainsbury's branch if you live near by). You can also earn Nectar points on every purchase. Argos is another good choice for a wide selection of car seats, with prices starting at PS55. They'll also ship your order for free and provide same-day pickup in-store and free returns at any Argos store or participating Sainsbury's branches.

4. Silver Cross Motion All Size 360

The most trusted British brand is best known for its high-end prams as well as pushchairs however, the Silver Cross Motion all-in-one car seat is making its mark on the market. Our test subject Jasper was a fan, describing it "the best-looking of the bunch and also the one my baby appeared to be most comfortable in on long rides."

This fully rotating R129 certified car seat is suitable for babies all the way to 12 years old. It was awarded the ADAC 2022 Autumn Test's award for the best child, baby and toddler car seat. It has also been tested to the extent that it exceeds the requirements to ensure your child is protected throughout every journey.

For babies, it has an adjustable and cozy cushioned insert made of soft bamboo fabric that's breathable and antibacterial. The body support and head support can be removed as your child grows, and the 3 headrest positions and recline can be adjusted to fit your child's.

The 'green' light that indicates that the car seat has been properly fitted and is ready for use is an exclusive feature. This makes it an ideal choice for parents who might not be aware of the proper installation and fitting of car seats. It also has a handy harness that can be used in either rear or forward facing position.

It's also a permanent fixture, so you won't have to wake your baby in order to get them out of the car for longer journeys. It's not compatible with travel systems like the Britax Romer Dualfix plus iSize, or Joie iSpin 360 iSize. You will need to purchase an additional travel bag.

The drawback to cars with a fixed structure like the Axkid One i-size is that they aren't as easy to carry around when you need to transport them between different vehicles. If you decide to purchase a separate travel bag, pick one that is durable and able to stand up to the wear and tear of frequent use. It's worth paying a little extra for a bag that will last longer than your child's car seat.