The Best Car Seats Newborn

Before purchasing an infant car seat for your newborn ensure that you consult an accredited child passenger safety technician (CPST). They can help you find the best car seats newborn for your child.

infant car seat swivel-only car seats are intended for infants. They can only be used in the rear-facing position. Some snap into strollers to make transport easier.

Axkid One i-Size

The Axkid One i-Size is a rear-facing car seat that is suitable from birth until age 6 (with the infant car seat best insert included in the One+). It is made of durable plastics and metal, as well as a sturdy base. The headrest can be adjusted by pressing a button, allowing older children more legroom. The side impact protection is a bit difficult to slide on, but it appears to work and is easy to use.

The seat is simple to put together with the help of 6 easy steps and an anti-rotation bar that snaps into place when you fold down the support leg - it's a very quick process that will take about 30 seconds with practice. It's also light which makes it easy to handle. The ISOFIX connectors are easily incorporated into the Isofix points on the vehicle and there's an audio cue that informs you if the seat is in the optimal position.

The Axkid One 2 upgrade is a popular Axkid ONE. It has more than 150 enhancements that are hidden on the inside. They make the car seat more comfortable and safer for your child. It is the only rear-facing ISOFIX car seat that has a weight/height restriction of 23kg/125cm. It's i-Size Plus approved which is the highest level of safety testing. It comes with a long backrest that allows you to keep the child rear-facing for a longer period of time. Research suggests that this is the most safe method of travel infant car seat.

Cybex Cloud T

The sleek and bold Cybex Cloud T is a car seat with plenty to offer. It is compatible with i-Size and the travel system. It also features a seamless 180deg swivel entrance (when used with an optional Base T ISOfix base). This allows you to easily take your child in and out of the vehicle. It also comes with a newborn car seat insert Inlay which promotes a near flat lying position for premature babies and newborns. This is safer and lessens respiratory difficulties. It is able to be removed as your baby gets bigger. It also has Linear Side-impact Protection that reduces up to 25% of impact forces and steers them away from your infant one in the event of a crash.

The breathable fabrics and adjustable canopy ensure that your baby will be able to enjoy a pleasant ride. The advanced air ventilation system keeps the temperature constant to ensure that your child remains cool even during long journeys.

Additionally, the XXL Sun Canopy is made from UPF50+ fabrics to give your baby plenty of UV protection. It also protects your child from the elements and bustling surroundings, like a cozy cocoon. You'll also enjoy the innovative recline function that allows your child to lay in a flat position outside the car and recline near-flat inside the vehicle.

Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus

The Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus infant carrier is easy to use and comes with some great features. It's designed specifically for babies from birth to 12 months. It is a car seat with a group-0+ that can be used with the FamilyFix 360 Base (sold separately). It offers state-of the-art safety features, such as high-tech impact-absorbing side protection.

It also features a baby-hug newborn inlay, which can be removed when your baby is older and is well-padded for maximum comfort. The seat is easy-to-install, with clear instructions. It also comes with an integrated display panel that gives visual and audio feedback when the ISOFIX connectors are clicked in the correct order. The seat can be affixed to a vehicle using the seat belt for vehicles who do not have ISOFIX.

The Pebble is a light and easy-to-transport car seat that is easy to transport. It has a strong handle which can be adjusted into various positions. It is the perfect baby car seat to travel with, as it can easily be lifted into taxis and out of grandparent's cars.

The Maxi-Cosi Pebble is available in a wide range of colors and regularly new designs added to the collection. Our review unit was in the Triangle Flow design, which is covered in tiny triangles for an effect that is pixelated and comes with a baby-hug newborn inlay that can be removed when your child is out of it. It is an attractive and stylish car seat that is easy to use.

Nuna Pipa

The Nuna Pipa is a car seat designed by a team of Dutch designers. Their mission is to design products that are stylish and easy to use. With the Pipa It's a sure bet that they have done just that. This car seat has won a variety of awards including the silver award in the Group 0+ Category at the UK's Prima Baby Awards 2014. The car seat is available in a lighter model called the Pipa Lite Lx.

Both versions of this seat come with great safety features and are highly reviewed. The base of this seat has an load-leg and sturdy lower anchors that help to keep the seat in place in the event of a crash. It also has a anti-rebounding bar to prevent rotation and absorb the force of a crash.

This car seat is also equipped with a no-rethread harness and a headrest that can be adjusted that makes it easy to grow with your child. It can be used from the first day, and up to a maximum weight of 13kg. This seat is also GREENGUARD gold certified, meaning it meets low-chemical emissions standards and is better on the environment.

The Pipa is a great choice for many families. However, it could not be suitable for parents with babies who are small or parents with tall children. It does not come with a built-in infant padding, and you will need to purchase a separate good infant car seats insert and crotch buckle pad. The padding is lightweight and comfortable, so it's no problem at all.

Another benefit is that the Nuna Pipa can be used without a base, making it ideal for taxi and rideshare parents who don't want to handle difficult base installation. All you need to do is click the latches into your vehicle's anchors, and a light will turn green when the seat is properly installed.

Joie i-Snug 2

With its exclusive Tri-Protect headrest, which includes Intelli-Fit memory foam The i-Snug 2 meets the highest standards for side impact, R129. The baby seat is also equipped with a newborn insert that can be easily adjusted in the height. The seat is perfect for everyday use. It fits on Joie strollers with adapters, as well as strollers from other brands. The fabric is easy to clean and the canopy offers additional protection from sunlight.

It is easy to handle and transport. The i-Snug 2 is part of the Encore Spinning System when combined with the 360deg rotating base, i-Base Encore (sold separately). It's compatible with Joie Clickfit, i-Base lx and i-Base Advance car seat bases as well. If your child is out of the iSnug 2 you can change it to the i-Harbour Toddler Seat to ensure safety on travels.

The i-Snug 3 was created to keep your child secure and comfortable is approved for children up to 13kg in weight and 75cm in height. The 3-point harness as well as the covered buckles provide an ideal fit when traveling for your child. The i-Snug 3 also has the Grow Together headrest, which can be adjusted to suit your child's growing requirements without having to remove the harness.