This Is The Ultimate Cheat Sheet For Best Car Seat Newborn

The Best Newborn Car Seats in the UK

Car seat safety is a top priority for any parent. There are many options available when it comes to choosing the best car seat for your child.

With a cozy baby-hugg insert and enhanced side impact protection This Cybex Cloud T is the best newborn car seat UK. It also features a single-handed recline option and more than 12 headrest positions that adjust to the growing body of your child.

1. Cybex Cloud T

The Cybex Cloud T is the premium car seat that has everything you need to take your infant on journeys from birth right until they reach toddler years. It is the latest addition to the renowned Cybex Cloud range and features innovative reclining technologies that give your child a flat, comfortable position in the car, or when used in conjunction with a stroller as part of an entire travel system. It is also an ISOFIX vehicle seat, meaning that it is able to be easily attached to your vehicle using the base provided. It can also be rotated to help you get your baby into and out of the seat.

The car seat itself is constructed of high-quality materials and is available in a variety of fashionable colours such as Moon Black, Lava Grey, Beach Blue Plus and Seashell Beige Plus. It's a stylish and sophisticated option that is seamlessly matched with the Cybex T line of prams. It also comes with a Newborn Inlay for newborns and premature babies which helps to ensure a safe, near-flat position that reduces the risk of their heads bouncing forward while they sleep, potentially leading to breathing problems. It is removed when your child is 60 cm in height.

In terms of safety, the car seat offers superior protection for your child, scoring an impressive 1.7 result in crash tests from ADAC (Allgemeiner Deutsche Automobil-Club e.V). The Cloud T i-Size comes equipped with LSP (Linear Side-impact protection) to safeguard your child in the event of a crash. It also features the revolutionary Flexi-Fix system that can be stretched to fit your child's size as they grow.

The unique 180deg rotating system makes it easy to get your baby into and out of the car seat when you are using it as part a travel system, paired with a Cybex stroller. There is no more awkward twisting or reaching. The car seat can be positioned in a fully reclined position for added comfort during long car trips. It does come at a slightly higher cost than other seats for this age group, however the wide array of features, including the option to recline and the excellent safety features make it worth the cost.

2. Maxi-Cosi Pebble Plus

The Maxi-Cosi Pebble Plus car seat is among the most popular newborn car seats available. It's a comfortable seat for babies and simple to use. It's suitable from birth and can be used with Maxi-Cosi's FamilyFix or EasyFix base or with your car's seat belt system. The car seat is compatible with most pushchairs, including the Maxi-Cosi range as well as Quinny, iCandy and Bugaboo (using adapters). The Baby-Hugg infant seat is included to ensure a better fit, laying in a more upright position, and also side impact protection.

The Pebble Plus car seat is classified as a Group 0+ which means it can be used for babies as young as 12 months (45cm between 45cm and 75cm). It's compliant with new iSize regulations, which require that children be rear-facing for longer. It is compatible with the 2way family base that lets you switch between forward-facing and rear-facing on the same vehicle and features an easy-to-use rotating feature.

It's still a very comfy seat, but the latest version has a few improvements. It's now got a better baby-hugg inlay which looks and feels super-comfy. The shoulder straps are padded and the headrest is able to be adjusted up or down as your baby grows. You can take it off at any time in case you decide not to use it any more.

It is a little heavier at 4.5kg than some other infant carseats, however this shouldn't be a problem when your baby spends the majority of the day in it. It comes with a handle to make it easier to carry and is light enough to be lifted into and out of taxis or rideshare vehicles.

It's also a stylish seat. You can choose from a variety of colours and patterns that will suit your car. It's not the most affordable infant car seat, but it's still a great investment and is worth the extra cost for your child. It can be tricky to adjust the harness height and length, but once you get the hang of it it's fine. You can adjust the straps by pulling downwards on the back panel, and pressing two buttons simultaneously.

3. Joie Calmi

Joie Calmi is the ideal baby car seat for your newborn. It's simple to use and is a great cot-like baby sitter. This dual-use car seat and carrycot is certified by R129. It's built to last with a tough ventilated outer shell and a plush padding to cradle you little one. It comes with three-point harnesses that are easily accessible via a single pull tightening mechanism and softly cushioned covers. It also has the ability to lateralize your baby's head at the safest position in case of an accident.

The base of this seat is compatible with Joie Aeria and Finiti strollers, so it's easy to pop it onto and off the frame. With the adjustable handle bars, it's also a breeze to lift even when your baby is asleep. If you're looking to create a travel set, the iBase Encore adapters will allow you to pair Calmi with a MaxiCosi or Britax stroller.

The design of the earlier i-Spin 360 has been improved by Joie. This model received an excellent score in the crash tests conducted by Which?, and a good rating from ADAC. The model we tested comes with an electronic lock that prevents the seat from rotating too fast, ensuring that your baby remains rearward-facing for as long as it is possible. It also boasts a large sun canopy that's water resistant and offers 50+ UV protection and features a mesh peekaboo windows to let you check in without disturbing your child.

If you are shopping online for a car seats, choose an online retailer that offers free delivery to the UK mainland on all purchases. They should also accept returns within 35 days. John Lewis has a great selection of infant car seat rear facing car seats from top brands, including Cybex, Maxi-Cosi and Silver Cross and provides free click and collect to your local store (or to a Sainsbury's branch if you're close to one). You can also collect Nectar points on all purchases. Argos also offers a good selection of car seats with prices starting from PS55. They'll also ship your order for free and offer same-day collection in-store and free returns at any Argos store or participating Sainsbury's branch.

4. Silver Cross Motion All Size 360

Silver Cross Motion is a new vehicle seat that's all-in-one from the reputable British brand, which is known for its high-end pushchairs and prams. Jasper the tester was a fan of it. He said it was "the most stylish of the bunch, and my baby seemed to find it most comfortable during long drives."

This fully rotating R129 compliant car seat is suitable for infants up to 12 years old. It won the ADAC 2022 Autumn Test's award for the most effective child, baby and toddler car seat. It has also been tested to the extent that it exceeds the requirements to ensure your child is protected during every trip.

It includes a removable, cozy cushioned insert for infants composed of soft bamboo fabrics. These bamboo fabrics are extremely breathable and antibacterial. The body and head support can be removed as your child grows and the 3 recline and 8 positions for the headrest can be adjusted to suit.

A unique feature is the built-in 'green light' that signals when the car seat is secured and ready for use, making it a great option for new parents who aren't sure with the proper way to install and fit car seats. It also comes with a stowable harness which can be used in either a rear or forward facing position.

Another big selling point is that it's a constant vehicle fixture and you don't need to wake up your sleepy baby to take out for longer journeys. However, it's not travel system-compatible, like the Joie i-Spin 360 i-Size or Britax Romer Dualfix Plus iSize (you need to buy a separate travel bag for this).

The drawback to permanently fixed car seats like the Axkid One i-size is that they're not as easy to carry around if you're required to move them between vehicles. If you choose to purchase an additional travel bag, select one that is strong and able to endure the wear and tear of frequent use. It's worth spending a little more to get a bag that will last for as long as the car seat of your child.