The Best Car Seat For Your Child
When it comes to car seats, the choices can be overwhelming. The best car seat is the one that is a good fit for your child and your vehicle and is used correctly every time.
That's why we looked beyond the weight and height limits to find the best seats that have passed some of the most rigorous crash tests.
1. Axkid ONE 2
One of the most modern car seats available and available, the Axkid ONE 2 allows children to be rear-facing for up to 7 years. The innovative design of the Axkid ONE 2 includes a sliding system that adjusts the legroom. It can accommodate taller children, and is compact enough to be used with only two seat belts.
The Axkid ONE 2 was praised for its superior level of safety. It has passed the Swedish Plus test and been tested by the most rigorous crash tests in the world. This makes it among the most safe car seats available. It also comes with a variety of other features that help it stand out from competitors, including a simple and secure ISOFIX installation in 30 seconds.
Another thing that makes Axkid ONE 2 unique is its capacity to provide various legroom positions that can be adjusted to your child's height from the most shortest to the longest. Each of them is labeled with stickers to ensure an easy installation and have been tested for safety. This means that you can put your child's legs against the backrest or place them in the most spacious position for maximum comfort, which can help them sleep better during long journeys.
The Axkid One 2 is lightweight like all Axkid car seats. This makes it easy to transport between cars and to keep in storage when not in use. It's also small and slimline, making it a great choice for smaller vehicles or hatchbacks. Axkid also offers a comprehensive simple, numbered instruction manual and useful images that show you how to correctly install the seat into your vehicle.
The Axkid ONE 2 isn't cheap, with a core colour version costing PS600. infant car seat in front seat is in part down to the unique car seat that can't easily be compared with other models, but its advanced safety features and durability allow it to be justified in many cases. Axkid also offers a one-year guarantee on their products, which gives you the assurance that you've made the right choice.
2. Cybex Sirona 360 Plus
The Cybex Sirona 360 Plus is one of a handful of new rotating-style seats gaining popularity for helping parents struggle less with getting toddlers in the seat. We are awestruck by the way it spins and also the fact that it's a top-ranked seat overall however, it's also expensive, does not do very well in crash test analysis and it's not suitable for use on planes (unless you're Canadian).
This is a great car seat for families who need to use the most minimal effort in getting their child in and out of the vehicle. The swivel allows you to quickly change the seat from rear-facing to forward-facing, making it much easier to maneuver your baby. It's also very comfortable for your children with plenty of padding and a nice soft cover. SensorSafe technology monitors your child in a crash.
Rear-facing allows your child to achieve up to 50% more safety than a seat that is forward-facing. This is due to the fact that they are pushed to the seat shell, which reduces and distributes the impact force. The integrated linear Side Impact Protection protects your child from accidents either on the back or side of your vehicle.
When looking at the Cybex against other car seats, it is difficult to install and not compatible with all vehicles. Be sure to check before you buy that it will fit yours. The adjustment for the shoulder height comes with 12 options for height, and three crotch positions. It could take a while to find the perfect size, but it's not difficult to do. The buckle on the harness and chest clip are both easy to open and use.
Another advantage of the Cybex is that it's a great choice for a rear-facing position that is extended, as there's no limit on how your child can travel in a rear-facing position (legally at least 15 months and 76 cm in height). This is not something we would recommend for all children as they need to be changed to a different car seat as they develop.
3. Silver Cross Motion All Size 360
The Silver Cross Motion All Size 360 car seat is a top quality product that's surprisingly inexpensive. It's suitable for kids from birth until they are approximately four years old. It rotates 360 degrees to make it easy to access. It includes an infant insert, and eight headrest positions that grow with your child.
This iSize car seat has an stowaway hook that can keep the harness out the way when you are ready to ensure that your child is secured. The memory foam padding makes this seat really comfortable for kids this is important as children are less likely to stay still if they're not happy!
This car seat is no surprise that it won the Mother&Baby Awards for the Best Multi-Stage Car Seat 2022. It's certified to the latest R129 safety standard and thoroughly tested, giving you complete assurance of safety. It also received the highest score during the ADAC Autumn test, so you can rest at ease knowing that it's safe and secure.
The Motion is also designed to last an extended period of time. In contrast to other car seats that stop being safe when your child is at 145cm tall, this model will ensure that they're safe until they're at a minimum of 12 years old. This is an excellent benefit for families that might require more than one seat during their child's growing years, or grandparents who may take care of children of different ages.
The only drawback to this car seat is that it doesn't come with a manual however, you can download the Silver Cross app for step-by-step installation guides and video tutorials. It's an excellent feature to have and is definitely worth a look when you're in search of an excellent convertible car seat.
Compare and compare and contrast the Silver Cross Motion with other models available. Some of the rivals like the Cosatto Nania Revo or the Cuggl Owl do not offer a 360deg rotating car seat, but they do offer a rear-facing extension for children up to the age of four and forward-facing for up to 12 years. The Nania and Cuggle are also less expensive than the Silver Cross but they don't have the same high safety ratings or life span as this model.
4. Britax B-Safe 35
The B-Safe rear-facing car seat has been a staple in the industry for many years. Parents love them due to their ease of use and safety features. The latest version, the B-Safe 35 Gen 2 takes the loved seat and gives it a refresh with more internal space and updated features. The B-Safe 35 Elite is available with an added layer of protection dubbed Complete Side Impact Protection PLUS, which makes use of energy-absorbing foam to protect your baby's head and neck in the event of a crash. The B-Safe 35 has SafeCell Technology, a honeycomb design that is compressed during an accident to absorb energy and reduce the center of gravity to stop the backward movement that can lead to neck injuries. The base is slim enough to accommodate three seats across The seat is available in a variety of fashionable fabrics, including Black, Meadow, Red and Sapphire for the standard B-Safe 35, and Aqua, Domino, CowMooflage, Red Pepper, and Vibe (all upgraded fabrics) for the B-Safe 35 Elite.
The B-Safe is a fantastic infant car seat, but it doesn't compare to the top choices in our ratings due to other factors. It has an average chest clip and an average HIC score, which means it may not be as safe as other infant car seats in the event of a collision with a vehicle's front.
The new model, like its predecessor, has a great LATCH with slide lockoffs that grip the belt securely and push-on lower connectors that make tightening the belt easy. It comes with a useful feature that allows the handle to be rotated beyond the canopy without having to remove the handle and rethread the harness. However, we noticed that it is stiffer to rotate than other models and could become more difficult to handle over time as it gets dirtier.
One thing we liked about the new model was that the belt path for installation without the base is clearly accessible and clearly marked -- a nice touch for families who often are in ride-sharing vehicles or putting in their car seat with a stranger. We also liked that the headrest is adjustable in multiple positions so your child can develop comfortably.