The best infant seat Car Seats Newborn

Consult a certified child passenger security technician (CPST) prior to purchasing an infant car seat for a newborn. They can help you find the best car seat for your child.

Infant-only car seats are designed for babies. They are only suitable for use in the rear facing infant car seat-facing position. Some snap into strollers, making transport more convenient.

Axkid One i-Size

The Axkid One is an i-Size car seat that allows rear-facing for upto 7 years old and is suitable from birth (with the newborn insert for the Oneplus) until around the age of 6. It is made of sturdy plastics and metal with a solid base. The headrest can be adjusted with a single button. This lets older children have more leg space. There is also a slightly fiddly extra side impact protection that slides to the back of the seat, but it seems to work and is easy to use.

The seat is simple to install - there are 6 self-explanatory steps and an anti-rotation bar which clicks into place as you fold the support leg down It's a fast process that will take about 30 seconds with some practice. It's also extremely light, which makes it easier to maneuver. The ISOFIX connectors fit easily into the Isofix points of the car and there is an audio signal that tells you whether the seat is in the optimal position.

The Axkid One 2 upgrade is a popular Axkid ONE. It has more than 150 enhancements and many of them are hidden inside. They make the car seat more comfortable and more secure for your child. It is also the only rear-facing ISOFIX seat available with a high weight/height limit of 23kg and 125cm. It's i-Size Plus approved which is the highest quality of safety testing. It has a backrest that is long, so you can keep your child facing rear for longer. Research suggests that this is the most secure way to travel.

Cybex Cloud T

The sleek and bold Cybex Cloud T is a car seat with a lot going for it. It's i-Size and travel system compatible with a 360deg swivel entry (when combined with the Base T isofix base) which allows you to get your child in and out of the car quickly. It also comes with an Newborn Inlay which promotes a close to flat position for newborns and premature babies. This is safer and reduces 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 little one in the event of an accident.

The breathable fabrics as well as the adjustable canopy ensure that your child will enjoy a relaxing ride. The sophisticated air ventilation system is designed to maintain the temperature at a steady level and ensure your child stays cool throughout long journeys.

The XXL Sun Canopy also comes in a UPF50+ fabric that provides your child with plenty of UV protection and shields them from wind as much as busy surroundings. It's like a warm cocoon. You'll also appreciate the unique recline function that allows your child to lay flat outside of the car and recline almost flat inside the vehicle.

Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus

Created for infants from birth to 12 months old The Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus car seat is a user-friendly infant carrier that comes with many great features. It is a car seat for ages 0+ that is compatible with the FamilyFix 360 base (sold separately) and comes with state-of-the-art safety features including high-tech impact absorbing sides and topside wings to safeguard your child in the event of an accident.

It also comes with an infant-hug baby inlay which can be removed when your baby grows older. It is well-padded to provide maximum comfort. It is simple to install, and comes with clear instructions and a built-in display panel that provides you with both audio and visual feedback once the ISOFIX connectors have been pressed 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, easy-to-transport car seat. It comes with a sturdy handle that can be adjusted to different positions. It's the perfect baby car seat to travel in, since it can easily be lifted into and out of taxis or grandparent's cars.

The Maxi-Cosi Pebble comes in a variety of colors, and new designs are introduced regularly. Our review unit is in the Triangle Flow Design, which is pixelated and has tiny triangles. It also includes a Baby-hug inlay for infants which can be removed when your child is no longer using it. It is an attractive and stylish car seat that's simple to use.

Nuna Pipa

The Nuna Pipa is a car seat that was created by a team of Dutch designers. Their goal is to create products that are stylish and easy to use. With the Pipa, it's safe say that they've succeeded. 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 version, dubbed the Pipa Lite Lx.

Both versions have excellent safety features and are highly-rated. The seat's base comes with a load leg and rigid lower anchors that assist in keeping the seat safe in the event of a crash. It also comes with an anti-rebound bar that helps minimize rotation and absorb the impact forces.

This car seat also comes with a head support that can be adjusted and a harness that does not require rethreading. It is a breeze to grow along with your child. It can be used from the age of one, up to 13kg. This seat is also GREENGUARD Gold certified, which means that it is low-chemical emissions and is more sustainable for the environment.

While the Pipa is a great option for many families, it may not be suitable for parents with small babies or those who are very tall. It does not come with an infant padding built-in, and you'll have to purchase an cheap infant car seats insert and the crotch buckle pad. The padding is light and comfortable, so it's no big deal.

Another advantage is that the Nuna Pipa can be used without a base, which makes it ideal for taxi and rideshare parents who do not want to tackle cumbersome base installation. All you have to do is press the latches onto the vehicle's anchors, and an indicator will change to green when the seat has been 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 side impact standards of R129. The baby seat also comes with a baby insert and is easily adjustable in the height. It's perfect for your everyday travels and is compatible with Joie strollers with adapters as well as other strollers from other brands. The fabric is easy to clean and the canopy offers additional protection against sun's radiation.

One of the lightest i-Size infant car seats without the risk of safety, it's simple to carry and handle. 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 the Joie Clickfit, i-Base lx, and i-Base Advance car seat bases as well. If your child is out of the i-Snug 2 you can switch it to the i-Harbour Toddler Seat to ensure safe journeys.

Designed to ensure that your child is comfortable, the i-Snug 3 is certified for use up to 13kg and 75 cm tall. The 3-point harness that is covered with buckles provides a secure fit for your child as they travel. The i-Snug 3 has a Grow Together headrest that can be adjusted to meet your child's needs without having the harness unthreaded.