The Best Newborn Car Seats in the UK
Safety in car seats is a priority for all parents. There are a myriad of options when it comes down to choosing the most suitable car seat for your newborn for your child.
With a soft baby-hugg inlay and enhanced side impact protection This Cybex Cloud T is the most comfortable car seat for newborns in the UK. It also comes with a one-handed recline adjustment and more than 12 headrest positions that adapt to your child’s growing body.
1. Cybex Cloud T
The Cybex Cloud T car seat is the premium option for taking your newborn along on trips from the time they’re born until toddlers. It’s the latest addition to the renowned Cybex Cloud range and features innovative reclining technologies that allow your child a flat, comfortable position in the car or when used with a stroller as part the complete travel system. It’s also an ISOFIX car seat, which means it can be attached to your vehicle using the base that comes with it. It can be turned 360 degrees to assist in getting your child in and out.
The car seat itself is constructed of top-quality materials. It comes in a variety of trendy colors that include Moon Black, Lava Grey, Beach Blue Plus and Seashell Beige Plus. It’s a stylish and sophisticated choice that effortlessly matches the Cybex T line of prams. It also comes with the Newborn Inlay for newborns and premature babies which helps to ensure a secure, nearly flat position that reduces the possibility of their heads bouncing forward during sleep, which can cause breathing problems. It can be removed once your child is at 60 cm in height.
In terms of safety, the car seat provides excellent protection for your child. It scored an impressive 1.7 result in crash tests conducted by ADAC (Allgemeiner Deutsche Automobil-Club e.V). The Cloud T i-Size features LSP (Linear Side-impact Protection) to safeguard your baby from being thrown around in the seat in the case of an accident. Also, it has the innovative Flexi-Fix harness system which stretches when your child grows, ensuring they always have a secure fit.
If you’re planning to use the car seat as part of a travel set-up with a Cybex pushchair, the innovative 180deg tilt means getting your lightweight baby car seat out and in is easy. No more awkward twisting or reaching. The car seat can be set in a fully reclined posture to provide extra comfort on long car journeys. The cost is a bit higher than other car seats for this age range however the features it has, including the reclining feature and excellent safety features make it worth the cost.
2. Maxi-Cosi Pebble Plus
The Maxi-Cosi Pebble Plus is among the most popular infant car seats around. It’s comfortable for babies and simple to use. It’s suitable from birth and can be used with Maxi-Cosi’s FamilyFix or EasyFix base or in conjunction with the seat belt system in your car. The car seat is compatible with a variety of pushchairs, including the Maxi Cosi range, Quinny, iCandy, and Bugaboo by using adapters. It comes with the Baby-Hugg infant head support to ensure a better fit, the position of the child’s head and side impact protection.
The Pebble Plus is a Group 0+ car seat which means it can be used with infants from birth to 12 months old (45cm to 75cm). It’s in line with the new iSize regulations which require children to remain in the rear for a longer period of time. It’s compatible with the 2way Family base that allows you to change between forward and rear facing in the same car and also has a handy rotating feature.
It’s still a comfortable seat, but the latest version has some improvements. It comes with a brand new, better baby-hugging inlay that feels and looks great. The shoulder straps have been covered in padding and the headrest is adjustable to accommodate the growth of your baby. It is also able to be removed at anytime if you wish to end using it.
It’s a bit heavier at 4.5kg than other newborn carseats, but this shouldn’t be a problem for a baby who spends the majority of the day in it. It has a handle to make it easier to carry and is light enough to lift into and out of taxis or rideshare vehicles.
It’s also a fashionable seat that is stylish. You can choose from a variety of colors and patterns that will suit your car. It’s not the cheapest infant car seat, but it is still a great investment and is worth the extra cost for your child. Once you get the hang it and adjust the size and height is simple. Simply pull down on the back panel and squeeze together two buttons to move up or down the straps without needing to rethread them.
3. Joie Calmi
If you’re looking for a newborn car seat that’s simple to use and holds your baby like a cot, then look no further than Joie Calmi. This dual-use carrycot and car seat is certified R129, which means it’s built to last with a tough ventilated shell and a plush cushioning to cradle your infant. It features an easy 3-point harness that is accessible with one-pull tightening and softly cushioned covers. It also features lateral positioning, which keeps your baby’s face in a safest possible position in the event of impact.
This seat’s base is compatible with Joie’s Aeria and Finiti pushchairs, meaning you can pop it off and put it back on with ease. Additionally, with the adjustable handle bars, it’s also easy to lift, even when your child is asleep. If you want to create an entire travel system, the iBase Encore adapters permit you to connect Calmi with Maxi-Cosi or Britax pushchair as well.
The design of the previous i-Spin 360 has been improved by Joie. The model earned an excellent score in the crash tests of Which? and a good rating from ADAC. The most recent model that we tested has a lock that prevents you from turning the seat too quickly, ensuring that your child stays in the rear as long as possible. It also comes with a large sun canopy that is water-resistant and offers 50+ UV protection, and features a mesh peekaboo windows to allow you to observe without disturbing your child.
If you’re shopping for a car seat online, ensure you choose a store that provides free UK mainland delivery on all orders and returns within 35 days. John Lewis offers a wide selection of Infant car seats; www.Pushchairsandprams.uk, from top brands, including Maxi-Cosi, Silver Cross and Cybex. Click and collect is free to any branch in your area (or Sainsbury’s if you are near). You can also collect Nectar points on every purchase. Argos is another option for a wide selection of car seats, with prices starting at PS55. They’ll also ship your order for free and provide same-day pickup in-store and free returns at any Argos store or participating Sainsbury’s branches.
4. Silver Cross Motion All Size 360
The most trusted British brand is best known for its high-end prams and pushchairs however, the Silver Cross Motion all-in-one car seat is making a name for itself. Our test subject Jasper was a fan, describing it “the most stylish of the bunch and the one my daughter seemed to be most comfortable in on long rides.”
This fully rotating R129-compliant vehicle seat can carry your baby all the way up to 12 years of age and was awarded the top baby toddler, child and child car seat award at the ADAC’s 2022 autumn test. It’s also been tested over and beyond the regulations to ensure that your child’s safety during every trip.
It is equipped with a removable, cozy padded insert for newborns made of soft bamboo fabric. These are super breathable and antibacterial. The head and body inserts as well as the support can be removed when your child grows. You can also alter the position of the headrest and recline to suit.
The green light that signals when the car seat for newborn seat is properly fitted and is now ready to use is an unique feature. This makes it an ideal choice for new parents, who may not know the correct installation and fitting of car seats. It also comes with a convenient stowable strap that can be used in the rear-facing or forward-facing position.
Another major selling point is that it’s a permanent fixture in the car which means you don’t have to wake up your sleepy newborn to get them out for longer trips. However, it isn’t travel system-compatible like the Joie i-Spin 360 i-Size or Britax Romer Dualfix Plus i-Size (you must purchase an additional travel bag to do this).
The Axkid One is a permanently fixed car seat. They are not as easy to move between cars. If you decide to buy a separate travel bag for your car seat, make sure it’s a durable one that can withstand the wear and tear that comes with frequent use. It’s worth paying more to purchase a bag that will last longer than the car seat of your child.
