The best car seats for newborns (More Bonuses)

There are a lot of things to consider when choosing the right car seat for your infant. You want a seat that is safe and follows UK laws However, you must also to choose the right seat for your vehicle and your budget.

Infant car seats are designed for infants. They are typically used in conjunction with a buggy as a travel system. They are generally easier 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 infant carrier car seat car seat that puts your newborn's comfort first, then Maxi-Cosi Pebble 360 is the best choice. It's in compliance with the newest standards for safety in iSize, and also comes with G-CELL side impact protection for superior crash-protection. It also has breathable ClimaFlow panels and air circulation to ensure that your baby is kept at the optimal temperature, regardless of the weather. It has an extra-large canopy that shields your child from direct sunlight. It is also easy to set up and operate due to its anti-misuse rotating lock and simple one-hand rotation system.

The ergonomic handle makes it easy to transport your child to and from the car as well as to the mall or shopping center. It is also machine washable to make cleaning and maintenance easier. It also features a lie-flat position that provides the most comfort for your child while traveling or seated in prams. And it can be used from birth until 15 months, or up to 4 years.

Pebble 360 Pro is part of the innovative 360 Pro Family range, that combines one-hand rotation and clever SlideTech technology to make it easy and quick to get your child out and in the seat every day without backaches or head bangs. The 360 Pro Family includes our toddler seat Pearl 360 Pro, which is compatible with the same ISOFIX bases. It is designed to expand with your child up to age 4.

FlexiSpin is our innovative rotational system that lets you effortlessly rotate the seat into any reclining position using just one hand. Our harness system that is easy-in allows you to secure your baby and secure straps from both the front and the back of the seat. It also has visual indicators that help you make sure you've put it in correctly. The car seat is covered by a 2-year guarantee to give you additional peace of mind.

2. Chicco Seat3Fit

Chicco Seat3Fit is one of the top infant car seats uk car seats options on the market. It will keep your baby comfortable in the rear-facing position from the moment they return home. This highly popular infant car seat uk car seat was designed to be highly mobile and is able to be plugged into a variety of Chicco strollers that work with the Chicco travel system. It features a removable newborn insert that can be used by babies from 5-11 pounds, as well as an unrethread harness that allows for simple height adjustment. The Seat3Fit is also iSize that means it's acquiesced to the most current European safety standards.

i-Size is a new standard for child car seats which allows them to grow with your baby until 7 years old. The Chicco Seat3Fit is a great investment over the long run and Mom Rachael loved the lightness of it.

This car seat is baseless and has built-in ISOFIX connectors that click into the vehicle's lower anchor bar with the sound of a loud, clear clunk. This is particularly helpful for taxi rides, flying holidays, and trips to the grandparents' car where you might not have an infant car seat.

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

The belt guides are clearly labeled and the premium lower anchor connectors facilitate installation. The harness height can be adjusted by a single push and the headrest is sized to fit the smallest of babies. The only drawback to 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 easy to thread and there's no need to rethread them during colder days. You should always dress your baby in a outfit that isn't hanging over the belts of your car and also remove any big blankets or coats prior to using the seat.

3. Joie i-Snug 2

Ultra-Light - More Safety and Less Weight

This lightweight champion sets the standard of the i-Size infant car seats. It's light and sturdy with a weight of only 3.35 kg. This ensures your child's safety. It's designed to make transports to and from the hospital, as well as between the stroller and car and trips up or down the stairs, and each baby-hauling time as simple as it can be.

Tri-Protect Headrest is approved i-Size and ideal for newborns up to 75 cm or 12 months. It offers superior protection with its unique Tri Protector headrest. This unique 3-layer safety system incorporates energy-absorbing Intelli-Fit Memory Foam to ensure superior protection against side-impacts.

The Grow Together technology allows for simultaneous adjustment of the headrest and harness to accommodate your growing baby, ensuring an ideal fit at each stage. A comfortable infant pillow will provide a snug fit for your baby, while the curved base facilitates gentle rocking to soothe your little one. The seat is compatible with all Joie strollers as well as other brands that have adaptors, allowing you to design a customized travel system in a snap. Covers and inserts washable by machine make it easier to clean up after spills or accidents.

Simple and safe travel

A 360deg rotating base as well as the the exclusive i-Base Encore spinning system provide seamless integration with your vehicle making getting in and out more convenient than ever. ISOFIX connectors are quick to connect and leave no room for error, while the clever colour coded guides ensure you've connected the base and seat correctly. I-Snug 2 also works with the i-Base Advance and other i-Base models to give you the ultimate flexibility.

Effortless ins and outs, luxurious baby comfort, and easy to use features are what make this car seat a favourite with parents. The ergonomic handle can be adjusted to various positions, ensuring the best infant car seat comfort for your child. The curved base allows for gentle rocking. The machine washable covers and inserts make it easier to clean up after accidents while the UPF50+ sun canopy protects your baby from the harsh sunlight's harmful rays. The i-Snug 2 is compatible with all Joie strollers and other brands that support the Maxi-Cosi style adaptors that are universal for extra convenience.

4. Nuna PIPA urbn

The most recent innovation from Nuna the original Pipa urbn, reimagines the future of travel with baby. This rear-facing car seat for infants is designed to make parenting easier with a luxurious line-up. It has exclusive features that include the first and only baseless infant car seat that comes with a PipaFIX(tm) rigid latch that can be installed in less than two seconds without the necessity of a base for the vehicle. It can be used on its own, or in conjunction with a Nuna pushchair to create a travel system and is compatible with strollers from other brands such as Silver Cross, Joolz, Bugaboo, i-Candy and Egg.

This feature is especially beneficial for families that don't have their own vehicle, use taxis or rideshare services often, or need to move the seat swiftly from one car to another for family trips, vacations or visits to Grandma's. The ISOFIX connectors are integrated so there is no need for a base. It's also simple to use and has indicators that show the seat is ready for use.

It's a quick and easy process, with the latches swinging out of their hiding places under the carrier, you click on to attach them, and adjust the angle (if needed) using the blue indicator lines. This is much faster and easier than putting in Clek Liingo, which requires you to hinge the latches attached to it from behind the carrier to find and align the buckles.

Our tester, who is a mother of a 7-week old baby, was pleased that the Pipa Urbn was easy to use and well-designed. The sturdy seat is light and comfortable to carry, even when loaded with a newborn sleeping. It also comes with a variety of features that are convenient and comfortable such as the ventilated Dream drape, which pulls out of the canopy easily and can be attached easily to the car seat for security, as well as a full-coverage UPF 50+ canopy with an eyelid that can be removed and a large peekaboo window.

Our test baby was perfectly into the urbn when he was 3 months old, and has plenty of space to grow. He's still a bit too small for the top slot of the harness, but he is outgrowing the urbn in terms weight and height. He has about an inch and a half headroom left at his size.