The best car seats infant Car Seats Newborn

Before purchasing an infant car seat for your newborn ensure that you consult a certified child passenger safety technician (CPST). They can help you choose the best car seat for your infant car seat that swivels.

Infant-only car seats are designed specifically for infants and are able to be used in the rear. Some are able to snap into strollers to make it easy to transport.

Axkid One i-Size

The Axkid One i-Size is a rear-facing car seat that is suitable from birth to age 6 (with the newborn insert in the One+). It is made of durable plastics and metal with a solid base. The headrest can be adjusted by pressing a single button. This allows older children to have more leg room. The side impact protection is a bit fiddly to slide on, but it appears to work and is simple to use.

The seat is easy to put together - there are six steps that can be explained and an anti-rotational bar which clicks into place as you fold the support leg. It's a fast procedure that should take only 30 seconds with some practice. It's also light making it easier to handle. The ISOFIX connectors fit easily into the Isofix connectors of the car and there is an audio cue that lets you know whether the seat is in the optimal position.

The Axkid One 2 is an upgrade to the wildly well-known Axkid ONE and has over 150 enhancements - many of them on the inside so you won't notice them but they make the car seat safer, smoother to use and more comfortable for your child. It is the only rear-facing ISOFIX car seat with a weight/height limit of 23kg/125cm. It's i-Size Plus approved which is the highest level of safety testing. It features a very long backrest so you can keep your child rear facing for longer and research shows this is the most secure way to travel.

Cybex Cloud T

The Cybex Cloud T car seat is sleek and bold. It has a lot to offer. It is i-Size and travel system compatible. It also features an unidirectional 180deg swivel entry (when used with an optional Base T ISOfix base). This makes it easier to take your child in and out of the vehicle. It also features a Newborn Inlay that promotes a flat-laying position for newborns and small premature babies which is safer and helps with breathing problems. It is able to be removed as your baby develops. Additionally, it has Linear Side-impact Protection that can reduce up to 25 percent of impact forces and directs them away from your little one in the event of an accident.

High-quality comfort is guaranteed by the flexible sun canopy that allows your baby to enjoy a comfortable ride. The advanced air ventilation system keeps the temperature constant to ensure that your child remains cool 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. Additionally, you'll be delighted by the innovative recline feature that allows your child to lie-flat position outside of the car seat newborn and a close-to-flat recline inside the vehicle similar to a carrycot.

Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus

The Maxi Cosi Pebble Plus infant carrier is easy to use and comes with some amazing features. It's designed for babies from birth to 12 months. It is a group 0+ car seat that is compatible with the FamilyFix 360 base (sold separately) and comes with state-of-the-art safety features like high-tech impact-absorbing side protection and topside wings to safeguard your baby in the event of a collision.

The seat also comes with an inlay for a baby-hug that can be removed as your child grows. It is well-padded for maximum comfort. The seat is easy-to-install and comes with clear directions. It also comes with an integrated display panel that gives visual and audio feedback when the ISOFIX connectors are inserted in the correct order. The seat can be connected to a vehicle with the seat belt for vehicles who do not have ISOFIX.

The Pebble is light and easy to move between cars, and comes with strong handle that can be positioned in a variety of positions. It's the perfect infant car seat to travel with, as it is able to be easily lifted into taxis and out of grandparent's cars.

The Maxi-Cosi Pebble is available in various colors and is regularly new designs added to the line. The model we tested was the Triangle Flow design, which is covered in tiny triangles to create an effect that is pixelated and includes a baby-hug inlay that can be removed when your child is out of it. It's a beautiful and stylish car seat that is simple to use.

Nuna Pipa

The Nuna Pipa is a car seat that was designed by a group of Dutch designers. Their goal is to design products that are fashionable elegant, sleek and simple to use. It's safe to say they have achieved this with the Pipa. This best car seat infant seat has won numerous awards, including silver in the Group 0+ category at the UK's 2014 Prima Baby Awards. The car seat is available in a lighter version called the Pipa Lite Lx.

Both versions of this seat feature fantastic safety features and are highly evaluated. The seat's base has a load leg and rigid lower anchors that assist in keeping the seat secure in the event of a crash. It also has an anti-rebounding bar to limit rotation and absorb forces from crashes.

This car seat also features head supports that can be adjusted as well as harnesses that do not require to be rethread. It is a breeze to grow with your child. It can be used from the first day and up to a maximum of 13kg. This seat is also GREENGUARD Gold certified, which means it is low-chemical emissions and is more eco-friendly.

The Pipa is a great choice for many families. However, it might be unsuitable for parents with babies who are small or parents with tall children. You will need to buy an infant insert separately, and an stretchy crotch strap pad. However, the padding is soft and lightweight, so it's not an issue.

Another bonus is that the Nuna Pipa can be used without a base, which makes it ideal for taxi and rideshare parents who don't want to handle the hassle of installing bases. All you have to do is press the latches onto the vehicle's anchors, and a light will change to green when the seat has been installed correctly.

Joie i-Snug 2

The i-Snug 2 is equipped with the unique Tri-Protect Headrest, which includes Intelli-Fit Memory Foam. It is in compliance with the highest standards for side impact R129. The baby seat includes an insert for newborns, and its height can be easily adjusted. It's ideal for all your daily travels and fits on Joie strollers with adapters, as well as other strollers from other brands. The fabrics are easy to wash and the canopy provides extra protection from sun rays.

It is simple to handle and carry. The i-Snug 2 can be used as part of the Encore Spinning System with the 360deg rotating base iBase Encore. It is compatible with the Joie Clickfit car seat base, iBase lx and iBase Advance bases. When your child has grown out of the i-Snug 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 safe and comfortable is suitable for children up to 13kg and 75cm in height. Its 3-point harness, with its covered buckles ensures an ideal fit for your child as they travel. The i-Snug 3 also has the Grow Together headrest, which can be adjusted to meet your child's needs without having to unthread the harness.