The Best Car Seats For Newborns

When it comes to choosing a car for your infant car seat that swivels there are a lot of things to think about. You want something that's safe and conforms to UK laws however, you need to choose an appropriate seat for your vehicle and your budget.

Car seats for infants are designed specifically for babies and usually combine with a buggy as an overall travel system. They are generally easier to use than car seats that convert and can be used until your child reaches the age of two.

1. Maxi-Cosi Pebble 360

Maxi-Cosi Pebble 360 car seat is the best car seats for infants choice if you want a high-rated car that puts your child's comfort at the forefront. It is compliant with the latest standards for safety in iSize, and has G-CELL side-impact protection for superior crash-protection. It also has ventilated ClimaFlow panels and air circulation to keep your baby at the optimal temperature, regardless of the weather. It also comes with a large canopy to shield your baby from the sun. It is also easy to install and use due to the anti-misuse locking mechanism and the simple one-hand rotation mechanism.

The ergonomic handle makes it easy to transport your child to and from the car as well as to the mall or shopping centre. It's also machine washable for easier cleaning and maintenance. Additionally, it features a fully lie-flat position that offers maximum comfort for your little one when traveling or attached to a stroller. It is also able to be used from birth until 15 months, or up to 4 years.

Pebble 360 Pro is a part of the innovative 360 Pro Family, which incorporates one hand rotation and SlideTech technology. This makes it quick and easy to get your baby into and out of their seat without causing backaches or head smacks. The 360 Pro Family includes our toddler seat Pearl 360 Pro, which can be used on the same ISOFIX base and is designed to increase in size with your child to age 4.

With FlexiSpin our revolutionary rotational system, it's simple to rotate the seat with just one hand in any reclined position. And it's even simpler to buckle your baby in with our revolutionary harness system that lets you to secure the straps from both the front and back of the seat. It also has visual indicators that help you make sure you've put it in correctly. For added security the car seat comes with a a two-year warranty.

2. Chicco Seat3Fit

Chicco Seat3Fit is among the top newborn car seat options on the market. It will keep your baby safe in the rear-facing position since the very first time they return home. This highly reviewed infant car seat has been made to be extremely mobile and is able to be plugged into a variety of Chicco strollers that are compatible with the Chicco travel system. It comes with a removable newborn insert that can be used by babies between 5-11 pounds. It also features a no-rethread safety harness that allows for easy height adjustments. The Seat3Fit is also iSize that means it's acquiesced to the latest European safety standards.

i-Size is a new standard for child car seats that allows them to grow with your baby up to the age of 7 years. The Chicco Seat3Fit is a great investment over the long run, and Mum Rachael liked the lightness of it.

The baseless best car seat infant seat comes with built-in ISOFIX connectors, which connect to the vehicle's lower anchor bar, resulting in an enthralling, loud clunk. This is particularly helpful for taxi rides, flying holidays and trips to the grandparents' car where you may not have a baby car seat.

Like the Chicco NextFit, the Seat3Fit is a flat seat that means it can be used in either forward or rear facing mode. Its maximum harness height is lower, and it does not transform into a booster. Its soft goods use ClearTex fabric that meets the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards requirements for flammability without adding any chemical flame retardants.

The belt guides are clearly labeled and the top anchor connectors for lower anchors allow for easy installation. The height of the harness is adjustable by a single pull and the headrest is also a great size for small infants. The only drawback to the seat is that it doesn't come with a 360-degree swivel, but this wasn't a major issue for our test subjects.

Seat3Fit's straps are easy to thread and there's no need to rethread them during colder days. Dress your baby in a way that does not hang over the car seatbelts. Also, take off any blankets or coats that are large prior to using the seat.

3. Joie i-Snug 2

ULTRA-LIGHT - More Safety with less weight

This lightweight champion redefines the standard of the i-Size infant car seat. It's lightweight and sturdy and weighs just 3.35 kg. This ensures your child's security. It is designed to make the journey of your child's from the hospital between the car and the stroller or pushchair and the climb or descent of stairs as easy as possible.

Tri-Protect Headrest is i-Size approved and ideal for newborns up to 75cm or 12 months. It offers the highest level of protection through its unique Tri Protector headrest. This unique 3-layer security concept combines energy-absorbing Intelli-Fit memory foam to guarantee superior side impact protection.

The Grow Together technology allows for simultaneous adjustment of the harness and headrest to accommodate your growing baby, giving you an optimal fit at every stage. A cosy infant pillow provides an ideal fit for your baby and the curved base facilitates gentle rocking to soothe your little one. The seat is compatible with any Joie stroller and other brands that accept adaptors. This lets you create your personal travel system. Covers and inserts that can be washed make it easier to clean up after accidents or spills.

Safe and Simple Travel

A 360deg rotating base as well as the the exclusive iBase Encore spinning system offer a seamless integration with your car, making ins and outs more convenient than ever. ISOFIX connectors are easy to use and secure quickly. Color-coded guides will aid in connecting the base and seat in a proper manner. I-Snug 2 also works with the i-Base Advance and other i-Base models for maximum flexibility.

This car seat is popular by parents due to its simple-to-use features, such as effortless ins and outs. It also offers the most comfortable, soft fit for your infant. The ergonomic handle for carrying is adjustable to multiple positions for maximum comfort and the curved base allows gentle rocking for your little one. The machine-washable covers and inserts make cleanup easy after accidents, and the UPF50+ sun canopy helps protect your child from the harsh sun. The i-Snug 2 is compatible with all Joie strollers as well as other brands that have the Maxi-Cosi style adaptors that are universal to provide additional convenience.

4. Nuna PIPA urbn

Nuna's latest invention, the Pipa Urbn, is a unique kind that redefines travel for baby. This rear-facing car seat for infants has been designed to simplify parenting by providing an exquisite line-up. It is patented with multiple features including the first and only baseless car seat that has a PipaFIX (tm) rigid latch that installs in two seconds, without the necessity of a base for the vehicle. It can be used as a stand-alone seat or in conjunction with it with a Nuna stroller to make an entire travel set. It also works with strollers manufactured by other brands, including Silver Cross, Joolz Bugaboo, i-Candy, and Egg.

This unique feature is especially beneficial for families that do not own their own vehicle and who rely on taxis or rideshare services frequently, or who need to move the seat swiftly between cars for daily life, trips to the beach or to grandma's house. The ISOFIX connectors are built-in and don't require for an additional base. The system is simple to use, with indicators that show that the seat is secure and ready to go.

It's a simple and quick process, with the latches swinging out of their hiding places beneath the carrier, and then you just click to connect, and then adjust the angle (if necessary) using the blue indicator lines. This is a lot faster and easier than putting in Clek Liingo, which requires you to hinge the attached latches from behind the carrier in order to find and align the buckles.

Our test subject, a mother of a 7-week-old, found the Pipa urbn to be easy to use and very well-designed. The sturdy seat is lightweight and comfortable to carry even when loaded with a sleeping newborn. It also has a number of convenience and comfort features such as the ventilated Dream drape that pulls out of the canopy easily and is attached quietly to the car seat for complete privacy. It also comes with a UPF 50+ canopy with an eyelid that can be removed and a large peekaboo window.

Our baby test was able to fit in the urbn with ease at three months and still has the space to expand. He's still a little small for the top harness slot but he is close to outgrowing the urbn by weight and height, and has nearly an inch of headroom left in the current size.